Anticipation

I'm pretty excited with how life is at the moment.

I'm getting more used to delivering the mail, and I'm finishing routes in different cities a lot faster than before.

I'm going camping with Hiro and Jonny in two weeks!!  We're heading up to Lake George for a weekend, and it'll be great to disconnect from digital screens for a few days.

Most importantly, I feel like I'm getting closer to Annie.  We're communicating more, and our emotional walls are slowly crumbling.  I suspect she's somewhat as guarded as I am, but after meeting her parents and hometown circles, I'm beginning to gain a better picture for her essence.  I'll return the sensation...sounds weird...I'll reciprocate by having her meet my family on Father's Day.

It ought to be outstanding!

Mike's Birthday in Atlantic City

This is Mike.

Mike and his friends celebrated Mike's birthday.

"Wow! That Mike sure is a swell guy!" said Mikey P.

Because Mike is so sweet, he often gets licked by his friends and cute puppies.

"Oh no!  Where's Mike?" thought Annie and Laura.

"Don't worry guys!  He'll be alright!" said Jeff.
Mike and Jeff's friends came from all over the country to see Mike for his birthday!

"Hey there he is!  Happy birthday Mike!" cheered Jeff, Mikey P, and Annie.

After Mike came back with his friends, they sure were hungry!

CHOMP CHOMP NOM NOM!
"Boy, oh boy!  These nachos are yummy!" said Mike's friends as they lovingly devoured nachos.

"Happy birthday Mike! You're the best!!"

"That's right Mike!  You deserve all the love in the world!"

"Drink me!  I'm mighty tasty," said honey whiskey, "and don't forget about my friends, beer and beer!"  The first night ended joyfully; everybody danced in celebration of Mike's special day.

The next day, Mike and his friends decided to hit the casino.

But something was wrong with Mikey P!  Oh no!

"Mikey P!  What's wrong buddy?" asked Mike.

"I'm really thirsty, but I think I lost my magic potion," Mikey P responded, his eyes barely open.  "Can you help me find it, Mike?"

"Sure thing big guy!  Here it is!" exclaimed Mike.  Mike slowly poured the magic potion into Mikey P's mouth.

"It tastes sooooooooo good!  Thanks Mike!" exclaimed Mikey P.

"That was really great!  You're an awesome friend!!  What happens when Mikey P drinks his magic potion?" pondered Laura.

"You'll see!  It's a surprise!" answered Mike.

Oh my...it gave Mikey P superpowers!!  He's faster than light!!  Maybe he was too fast...

"Hey Mike!  Help!!  I can't stop!  I need some more to settle down!" shouted Mikey P.

"Sure buddy!  Here comes the goose!  I gotta take a picture of this." commented Mike.

"Boy, that was a close one!" said Annie, Jeff, and Laura.  

Mike's generosity also makes him delightfully delicious.  The boys started nibbling on Mike.

"Hey guys wait!  I know a place that has amazing pizza," said Mike, "Let me use my teleportation device and I'll beam us there!"

"Oh golly!  That was some teleportation device!  Thanks Mike!" Annie happily told Mike.  Wherever Mike goes, he leaves smiles on everyone's face.

Wow!

Look at that amazing food!  Not only did Mike find his friends and Mikey P's magic potion, but he also ensured that everyone's bellies were full!  You're incredible, and you saved the day Mike!