Yeah, even with cake and presents. I really did not get enough sleep beforehand. But as I pointed out to my mom, "Well, we'll just have to do it over again." More birthday for me! :D

Yes, about the rules vs. the philosophy. It's like this thing, this Cult of Poker-- kind of bizarre and touching to watch.

Also, the ending of that episode, OMG. "I want you to honor your wager." Is there *any other way* to interpret that besides Fraser wants Ray to make with the smoochies now?? What were the writers thinking? Do we care? *pictures smoochies* No, no we do not.