It's GOR GOR GOR MANIA!!!! Last night was rockin', and JD seems to agree. Donohue's was hoppin' with lots of people I know and lots who I don't know. It was a little more lively than a few nights ago. John Berberian made a special appearance to play with Gor and Aaron, and the music sounded beautiful. It's was a bizarre mix of people... didn't know who was Armenian or not. Obviously all of Gor's peace corps buddies made it out. It was a nice atmosphere, and I dare to say... moving for all. I think I saw a few misty eyes, some nostalgia, some stunned faces. It was truly a beautiful night. And I DID tape it, so I'll try to make copies... and sell them for $5 a pop. :)

I said my goodbyes to Gor today, as I'm heading off for the holidays and he leaves soon after me. I'm driving south for Christmas. Time to spend with the family, warm up in my childhood bedroom, have my dad show me his new book and stamp purchases (since it's now winter and he can't work in the garden every day) while my mom bothers me about what else she should get me for Christmas after the cup of tea she makes, followed by the cup of cider, and then the Haygagan soorj, and then tea again. My sister, her husband, his parents and sister, my cousin, aunt, uncle and probably a couple more will be at our place for Christmas. It's good to have family around on the holidays. :)