• I went to a gala dinner where Al Gore was the keynote speaker
• I've seen a bunch of plays, including Marlo Thomas in a new one act, and Cherry Jones reprising her Tony-winning performance in Doubt
• My friend Brian came down for a whirlwind visit
• I've attended a crazy number of Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, and Christmas parties
• I've gotten to see my Cousins Bernie, Laura and their new daughter Chloe a few times (and my Aunt Sharon aka Bubbie once as well)

This past weekend I finally got to visit with my Southern California cousins.  Our weekend began at Disney's California Adventure.  Brittany has an annual pass, so she acted as guide.  Everyone even went to the Muppet Theatre for me -- an attraction that Jim Henson had built for Disney before his death.  I think I have wanted to see it for about 10 years, and I have to say that no attraction is likely to live up to 10 years of anticipation and this one, though fun, is no different.  The highlight of the park was the Flight Over California which simulates brilliantly the experience of gliding over California.  The next day, I biked with Elaine through Venice Beach, we watched Jesse train (he's a competitive cyclist) and on Sunday we had a relaxing day at Howard and Rachel's new home.  I only wish my camera was working a bit better, as most of the weekends best moments went unrecorded.  It's nice to have so much family so very closeby, and I am hoping to return in January to visit again.

Keep in touch,

Josh

PS.  I have signed up to www.jajah.com so I can now enjoy free international phone calls -- please feel free to call me anytime

PPS.  There have been 3 earthquakes this week.  I know a 3.5 isn't much but come on, people -- not even one person called me with a little concern.  Seriously.  Shame on all of you. (Oy -- all right, I am being dramatic.  But a call wouldn't kill anyone.)