<p>From what I have read (<a href=“http://www.stormingmedia.us/78/7807/A780714.html[/url]”>http://www.stormingmedia.us/78/7807/A780714.html</a>) it seems that the OOM is still the largest factor, however now about 20% is dependent on the interview in the service community.</p>
<p>The wine thing was a PBS fund-raiser. A wine expert, Mark Phillips, (no, not Princess Anne’s former husband) was giving lessons on wine tasting. Since I had my handy-dandy Box-O-Wine here, I participated along with his studio audience. Learned how to swish and suck in and sniff and “do the stemmage” and about acidity vs. fruitiness, etc. It was fun to do with cheap wine! Maybe later I’ll open this bottle of Angeli Cuvee my principal gave me for my birthday and apply my newfound skills. I should probably do that AFTER I finish writing my report cards!</p>
<p>My mid headed back from Alaska at 1:30 a.m. on Saturday morning. He actually enjoys arriving early, rather than having to worry about flights, weather, etc. at the last minute. By the time he arrived, 14 hours later, he could settle in and get ready for the week, and try to readjust to the 4 hour time difference. He called earlier and he sounds happy and relaxed. Ah, only 8 weeks to go until break! You plebe parents, good on you! It is almost time for Herndon! Go if you can! It was great fun!</p>