I had thought about doing a “year in review” column, but then I realized how boring it would be — mystery and conflict are part of any good story, and well, there’s certainly no conflict, and if you’ve been following me, there is definitely no mystery. So what we end up with is a summary, for the mere purpose of entertaining myself as I continue to procrastinate and M.s. continues to create the elaborate gourmet dinner he is making for us to enjoy this evening.

In 2005, I spent time in the following cities (and island): Houston, Chicago, New York, Boston, Los Angeles, Martha’s Vineyard, Stowe (Vermont). And of course, the bulk of my time in San Diego.

In 2005 I celebrated my third anniversary with the love of my life and moved into the first home either of us have owned (meaning the first either of us has bought) — a fabulous, 2-story corner penthouse. Oh, and I was elected president of our HOA.