Welcome to Hawaii, car! Our sweet ride finally made its way across the ocean and into our driveway. I have to admit, we felt a little sad when we were saying goodbye to our rental car, it treated us well for 3 weeks.

This sucker might not look that big without a reference point but believe me when I tell you it’s about 2 feet across. That’s a lie, it’s actually about 5 or 6 inches from the front legs to the back legs and it’s web is about 4 feet across. I’m pretty sure it’s waiting to kill us in our sleep tonight. Read all about the Argiope Appensa’s appearance on the world’s most disappointing TV show, Lost.

Skunky’s archrival engaged in a serious cat stare-down from next door.

And finally… My last meal with co-workers at Evanston’s finest burger joint. Great people, great co-workers, great friends and a great way to make me fat before I hit the beach! Thanks again for the awesome send off, I really do miss you guys a lot!!!