Okay, total girl frivolous comment...I loved the sleeveless shirt you had on Saturday night. It went with the cute jean capris. :-)

Reading this, there were things I did not know you missed during the 12 years I have been blessed to call you one of my best girlies...like the lap and the leg crossing. I am so glad you have taken this step (and many more) for the rest of your life!

Well said. I currently work for Sun and interact with a global team from a remote office. Facebook is a great way to stay connected with these folks and fills in the gap of in office personal connection. The ability to tag who sees what would allow me to interact with my teammates AND have the ability to communicate with my close buds in an open way without inundating my co-workers with all that stuff they don't have interest in.

Waylon - that is a tough call. I have worked with the guys at Working Assets and am a believer in supporting the earth and good causes to the tune of some discomfort. But the lack of true smartphone support is tough as it has an impact on how one interacts with the world on a daily (maybe even minute by minute) basis. When the devices and coverage improve, it is a no brainer to go greener, even at a cost.

Thanks for the kind words and for sharing in the moment with me.

David - ColoradoStartups has been one of my must reads for just about as long as you have been publishing. The blog has provided me with an insight into the local tech community so that I know what folks are doing and can support them when I am able. Sometimes that is as simple as turning on a potential user or team member to what the company offers. I look forward to the evolution of the site to what you are passionate about these days and know I will learn from what you share. Thanks for setting the stage.

Visions of surf and toes in sand is what gets me through the winter months although this year we are getting lots of sun right here in Boulder.

Glad to hear you are making time for you and those things you love through thepositive'no'. Not an easy one for those of us that are accustomed to leaping to yes. I look forward to hearing how it manifests in your life.

I've decided on the Banjo and am on the search for an instructor. I'd love to work with someone in Lyons and get reconnected with the town through music I love.

Ah - the silence. I am better at it some days than others, but it makes a difference when I make the time for it.

Hey Tara - Your love for your job and commitment to the customer experience shine through. Added bonuses are your willingness to share your knowledge and your great sense of humor. Happy 2 year 'I Quit for Lijit' anniversary!

Thanks for the recommendation. Fish Tacos in Mexico are always the best! We'll give Fish Taco Company a try for sure!
I think they bring the fish right up from the beach and serve it in a matter of hours.

Please feel free to send any other suggestions my way.

Brad - I find the social time you mention is all the more important in young company environments when you are often pulling long hours and seeing co-workers more than anyone else in your life. In my time at LeftHand, I was fortunate to have worked with people I enjoyed and respected. In the early days we did work crazy long hours to hit those all important milestones. We also made time for team lunches and Fine Wine Fridays, and lifelong friendships were formed. I'd work with those guys pretty much anytime, anywhere.