Beach camping, a definite success. This weekend contained everything I love. Also, I'd forgotten how many stars there are in the sky.

Yes! The classic 1960 Swiss Family Robinson film is just what this lazy Saturday needed.

Wheaton Metro station featured in today's xkcd: xkcd.com/954/

Dear Autumn: On the subject of fallen leaves—can we try less sogginess, more crunchiness? That would be excellent.

Skipping is the happiest mode of transportation. I dare you to be angry while skipping.

A few short hours and we're bound for Hilton Head Island. I don't have a word to convey my excitement. :-)

Often, simple things are the best things.

Both my legs are asleep. And I'm walking. This is vaguely painful and yet strangely delightful.

Life advice: Avoid homonyms and contractions in tattoos.

Watching A Christmas Story to completion for the first time ever.

Sometimes you need to turn off the news, put down the 10-Ks, ignore the to-do list, and read a few pieces of poetry.

Kierkegaard's "Fear and Trembling" and Bunyan's "Pilgrim's Progress" both on my mind today.

No power, so surfing Internet by candlelight on smartphone being charged through laptop. Also, thundersnow!

The Super Moon is why Stacee and I have tattoos right now.

To all excited/concerned: Only temporary tattoos. Celebrated five-year at a swanky Asian place and got 'em as we left. And cotton candy!

Swipe File: Fruit flies. Birdcage. No balloons. Eyes. Bewildered. World is boxes, gray hallway. We drink flowers, lukewarm sun-tea and loss.

If you're not having a ridiculously amazing time as an adult, you're probably doing it wrong. #grownupsbeingawesome #gbayeah!

Just-released Lego Star Wars game was my discovery at the end of a treasure hunt this morning! Best fiancée, ever.

Seriously, go listen to Wakey!Wakey! (Wakey Wakey) Great sound. Saw them open for Jukebox the Ghost on Saturday.

What a great weekend. Relaxing mountain drive, fresh air, stunning views, blackberry ice cream and the cutest bear cub ever.