Not me. I was good. I drove to Wilkes-Barre where my oldest and I attended the Pittston Friendly Sons of St. Patrick dinner because my brother-in-law, who has coached eighth grade basketball for 28 years was honored as man of the year. Also dining with us was another, who was honored for charitable services in the area, former MLB all-star pitcher Andy Ashby. Because I had a long drive back home, Ilimited myself to three beers early in the evening during the cocktail hour. I also got to reacquaint with some old friends, whom I hadn't expected to see last night. Overall, it was a great night of fellowship and laughter.

I have attended the Lackawanna County dinner in the past, which is one of the largest Friendly Sons' dinner in the nation, but had to miss it Saturday night. I was especially sorry since my cousin, Geoff, was toastmaster.

I felt the need to celebrate this year as I became a recent member of our local Ancient Order of Hibernians.