Birthdays and Bad Tidings

Two items about people who I care about.

First, my beautiful niece Holly turned 19 today.  I'd post a picture, but I don't have one.  Happy birthday, Holly!

Next is some bad news.  My friend Jen's beloved dog Klaus is dying of inoperable cancer.  She wrote an exceptionally powerful entry in her blog today that talks about her ongoing trip through the hell that is losing a loved one.  Be strong and read it.