Today, we traveled to St Louis for our friend Eliz's wedding. By happenstance, we arrived at exactly the same time as Matt Lavine, returning from his east coast vacation, and Dave and Teena, driving up from Atlanta. On check-in we were greated with a great gift bag, luxurious hotel, and fabulous raised king size bed, it envelopes you as you lay down and it was at least a foot higher than our usual bed. After a small rest, we headed to the rehearsal dinner. On the way we discovered it takes exactly 1 tank of gas to reach St. Louis, as I ran out right next to a gas station. We had a wonderful time eating ham sandwiches and burgers, and hearing stories about Eliz and David. One memorable thing was the carousel housed in the same building, with free rides for all. We also learned how they make Shirley Temples, Laura's favorite drink, and will try to pick up some of the red cherry juice next time we're at a liquor store.

After a convoluted and detoured search for late-night custard, we headed back to hotel, where Dave and Teena pulled out Dance Dance Revolution, their new way to exercise. We had seen this machine from afar in Union South, but never tried it out. It turned out to be a lot of fun and very aerobic; with lots of rhythm and movement and timing, so much that it reminded me of pealing. Fun times, lots of stomping and jumping to techno hits and remixes; everyone had a go, even Matt, who I'm sure won't admit it.