Sometimes it's fun to be lame

I guess I am officially an adult now, because instead of having a "let's wear slutty costumes and get hammered" Halloween party, I had a pumpkin-carving party at my house this year. And I have to say, it was pretty damn fun. 

I made some kick-ass (if I do say so myself) chili, and we spiked the apple cider with bourbon, because we're not totally lame yet. A couple of my friends displayed some surprisingly good pumpkin-carving skillz. 

Everyone was all proud of their creation, so we took some pics:

Pretty fancy, huh? 

Oh, and if you weren't yet convinced that I am really embracing my inner lameness, I even made my dog wear a costume, and am posting on my blog for all to see. Plus I know how much the guys who created Blogger LOVE how so many people use their blogs to post pictures of their pets.

Lola loves her dinosaur costume so much, that she tried to eat the caveman sitting on top. 

Happy Autumn!

Election Excitement

Nevada went democratic - I feel like I made a difference! 

Last night after the Presidency was called, the streets of San Francisco seemed to erupt in celebration. Cars were driving down the main streets, honking their horns, and pedestrians were cheering on the sidewalks. I have never seen people so excited about an election. 

I hope the momentum carries on through the next few years and people are willing to make the sacrifices necessary to actually achieve long-term change.