Jen and I have kittens. We picked up two grey kittens from the local shelter yesterday and now they're running around the house exploring and begging for attention. And scratching me.

One has a fairly solid colored coat — her name is Misty. The other has grey stripes — her name is Mae. So together they amazing beach volleyball powers. Since they are sisters, they seem to have alternating ornery hours. Mae will be a terror for about 30 minutes and then tag out. Misty will then start digging in my house plants.

But I know their weakness: The laser pointer.

In other news, wedding planning is in full swing. We talked to Mark Malijan, our photographer and a friend of mine from the college newspaper. Check out his work: www.markmalijanphotography.com

Jen is busy dress shopping today. I'm looking at caterers and working on the "save the date" cards. I have a feeling six months will go by quickly.

Ike — who wants a new record player