Happy Saint Patrick's Day! I imagine that much of the partying went on last night, but I also know that some people take this seriously enough that they set alarms this morning to start the festivities. So please enjoy, but also please be careful... there's a lot of amateur drinking going on today.

The occasion is a little more somber here at the BlueTower, as we're still coming to grips with the loss of the Gunnar-man. I want to express heartfelt thanks for all the kind thoughts you offered in the comments and by email, they are quite touching and have provided a great deal of comfort. MrsBlue was quite moved by these expressions, prompting her to spend some time this morning reading some old Out of the Blues where I talked about the doggies, which brought a lot of laughs and good memories. We're still in pain, but focusing on the great times we all shared helps a lot. Speaking of which, I found the last picture that I took of him, and it is really something special. We went out with the parents of the twins and Jedi the Jindo last Sunday and Gunnar came along, as he was always a big hit at this doggie- and family-friendly watering hole. A darling little girl was there with her folks, and though the twins are her age, like so many people, she was drawn to Gunnar, and an immediate friendship was struck. At some point I looked down and realized how much of a love-fest this had become, giving me the chance to sneak this beautiful photo, which I will treasure forever:

Links Go Bragh:	Thanks Ant.
Links:	Behind the Curve a fascinating study of reality-challenged beliefs.
Stories:	Gunn's "Suicide Squad" Is A 'Total Reboot'. Middle Finger Protected By First Amendment, Court Says. Why Are So Many Farmers Markets Failing? Because The Market Is Saturated.
Science:	MIT scientists: Heat can act like sound wave when moving through pencil lead. How rats became an inescapable part of city living. Thanks RedEye9. Depression may respond to exercise.
Images:	Piano Hero. The 12 Strangest Objects in the Universe.
Media:	HeroStorm Ep 55 "Globel Threat. Testing Saw Blade Wheels on Frozen Lake. True Facts: The Bolas Spider.
Follow-up:	Are eggs good or bad for you? New research rekindles debate.
The Funnies:	Fake Views - FoxTrot. bird and moon – Nymphister kronaueri. Battle Royale Hype Train.