IT'S A PARTY!

I, Molly, am turning 40 and I'm excited about it, so come help us celebrate! I want to see in the change of first digit surrounded by all those I know and love.

• When: Friday, May 14th 7:00 til the cows come home

• Where: 600 Lincoln St. Washington Mapquest is the devil in disguise, so if you need directions ask.

• Other details: We will provide food, soda, beer and wine -- everything else is BYOB. Presents are not necessary. Furthermore, be advised that there will be a police enforced ban within a 5 mile radius of the house on any black, tombstone shaped, or "over the hill" items as well as use of the phrase "Lordy, Lordy! Look who's 40!" If you can't say something nice (or, indeed, original!) don't say anything at all. :0)

• What to do: Clear your calendar for the evening. Whatever you have planned, cancel it. Then, when the big night arrives, put on something comfortable (bathrobe and slippers optional); leave the kids at home; and prepare to come eat, drink, sing, eat some more, throw some darts, drink some more, laugh, dance, and generally make merry. Also, call 309-444-5069 in advance of the day and let me know you're coming.

Please say you'll be there -- it won't be the same without you!