4080 Minnesota Lane

I went home last weekend for the first time in 2 years. That is, my parent's home: 4080 Minnesota Lane. It was quick, it was sleepless, there was a poetry reading and a wedding and a Holiday Compression Celebration. Most importantly, I was with my family.

It's too much to tell in one posting, so let's start off with the cast of characters.


The Bride and Groom, Maria and John


Maddy, Rising Art Star, in from Berlin


Soon to be Proud Parents, Kate and Frank


Let's look at that happy momma once more


The Poet


The Matriarch-Slash-Cowgirl


The Benevolent Poppa and 81 Years And Going Strong Nana


The Jet-lag Defying Expats




Waking up together in Mom's kitchen