Snowflake falling on Cedar Chips

Sorrow gripped Barcelona, as Copito de Nieve (Spanish for snowflake), the world's only known albino gorilla, was euthanized at the city zoo. He had been at the zoo for 37 years, and was believed to be between 38 and 40 years old. Long a symbol of the city and a popular zoo resident, locals went bananas when it was first reported that Snowflake was dying and flocked to the zoo in record numbers. Throughout his life, he had been a baboon to the tourist income for the city and the zoo as mandrill and woman, boy and gorilla alike warmed at the sight of this extremely rare ape. During his life, Snowflake fathered 22 offspring by 3 female gorillas, which would rank have ranked him third among active NBA players.

But enough monkeying around. With the holiday, this will likely be the final reminder that lists are due by 11:59 p.m. this Sunday. (6 days, 11 hours and 10 minutes to go.) Lists already submitted can be altered up to that point, and if there is late word that Carrot Top has a bad head cold and you need to make a change, you can also call me. If anyone on your 2004 list dies over the weekend, you will receive an extension.

A good holiday to all. I'll see Pool patrons on the other side with the crown for the 2003 champion and complete lists for 2004. If you've enjoyed the obits and pieces but still harbor hopes of avoiding the hellfire, let me know and I can keep you on the mailing list.