What's going on in the Ashleyverse today?

Well, for starters, it's Earth Day, which was first celebrated in 1970. Secondly, I think it's finally officially spring in my lil' neck of the woods. In addition, I'm writing yet another Lincoln article on Suite101 and continuing my book research. Also, according to blogarama.com, this is now a three-and-a-half- (out of five) star blog. Finally, I'm in the process of registering for grad school at EIU and plan to start coursework for my M.A. this fall. So, that's what's happening in the Ashleyverse today!