And we're off!!! As I type, Mike and I are in the city of my birth, Austin, Texas, for the sxsw 2001 Interactive Festival. After my panel this afternoon, we'll have a great evening celebrating Mike's 31st Birthday with new friends. Of course, the party started last night at the Red Eyed Fly, where we threw back some shots with Anil, Brad, Dan, Dinah, James, Jess, Jish, Julie, Nikolai (don't worry, no alcohol for Nik), Rebecca & Jesse, and Tim. I am sure it will continue to be a happy birthday for him.

Tomorrow we're off to visit Mike's sister in Ireland. In a few weeks, watch this space for fabulous pictures of colorful rainbows, lush green landscapes, and, of course, pubs.