Despite the torrential downpour, we're heading to Iowa in a few hours. My brother's wedding is on Saturday. Wicket and Pixie are staying with their maternal grandparents this week. According to the weather reports, Des Moines is gonna be pretty chilly. I see: Mostly Cloudy, AM Showers, Isolated Thunderstorms, Windy, and Mostly Sunny in the forecast. Barometric pressure is 30.20 in and rising – which is good. If it dips below 30, my eyes start popping out of their sockets. Visibility is 80 miles, and we're set for 82% humidity. Chance of fun? High. This is Ponzi's first time in the Midwest! My folks already love her, but she hasn't yet taken the “La Pizza House” test. Keep your fingers crossed. I'll be hitting the always-free I Spots across town to remain fed and connected, although we've already got comped broadband in our hotel room.