I just paid my bills for November – a whopping $99 for the whole shebang. Gas, electric, cell phone, internet, cable TV – everything. I like cheap.

The weather has been really pleasant here lately. Fall is fabulous. We are beset by  bright blue skies, day time temperatures in the 50s and 60s and deliciously cool nights.  I still haven’t cranked up the heat yet because I just haven’t felt the need to. I have a huge sheepskin blanket (thank you, Circe) that provides more than enough heat. I’ve also got a dog that loves to snuggle. In 2004-05, my gas bills alone ran close to $150, so I’m happy not to be there yet. In the meantime, that leaves me with plenty of cash for kalbi dinners – my favorite!