Well, nineteen days until I go to California.  My cousin Nerina and I are meeting there with our aunt and uncle.  We haven't seen each other in about six years.  I am marginally apprehensive about flying alone for three odd hours to a place I don't know well in unfamiliar surroundings.  Still, my aunt and uncle have trees and hills, so I guess it is not too bad.  I could not live in a big city.  I am staying with Nerina for a month or so there.  We have lots of plans, and I hope they work out.  It is very dangerous where I will be staying, so please pray.  I am excited though.