It’s hard to believe that my website & blog celebrates its 10th anniversary today. I’m amazed to look back at the decade chronicle of my academic progress, culinary expeditions, foreign travels, and gaming adventures. It reminds me of family and friendships, of furry friends that have long passed, and of my journey together with the love of my life. 2013 kicks off with new challenges for both of us. While I will need to push my research forward, refine my microsurgical skills, and prepare for the written boards; Melody will be welcoming some new friends into her home. Adopted from Bleu Royale, Walter and Gus are both American blue dumbos who promise to provide endless hours of ratty company. Meanwhile, my holiday weekend call has been off to a busy start. After a steaming bowl of beef noodle soup from Li Ming’s for my New Year’s Eve dinner, I got called back to work to laser three retinal tears which took until nearly midnight. Fortunately, I rushed home in time to Skype my wife and parents just as the ball dropped to ring in the new year. With so many more adventures ahead, I look forward to what the next 10 years of Xephalon.net will bring.