We went to see comedian Susie Essman perform live last night, as she was performing near some friends, so we made an evening out of it. I have occasionally marveled at how funny Curb Your Enthusiasm is considering the show is not scripted, but seeing just how sharp she is at improvising in person helps understand how the show's gifted cast is clearly an important part of the formula as well as Larry David's comic genius in creating the storylines.

R.I.P.: 'Designing Women' actress Dixie Carter dies at 70. Thanks Mike Martinez.

Enthusiastic Links:	Thanks Ant and Mike Martinez.
Play:	Flaming Zombooka.
Links:	9 Fantastically Hard Boss Battles That Were Worth It. Thanks Digg. Star Trek Cologne: Red Shirt. Thanks [H]ard-OCP.
Stories:	From ‘Avatar’ to Amazon - James Cameron’s Crusade. Why FDA Should Ban Feces From Feed. Thanks Acleacius.
Science:	High Pollen Count Means Bad Allergies This Season. Thanks Acleacius.
Images:	Dating Expectations Venn Diagram. Thanks Digg.
Follow-up:	Dilbert. FoxTrot. Brevity.