Batgirl is back, older and a little wiser. She has learned many things on her adventures. Bring warm clothes. Don't drink the water. Salmon can indeed be caught with two hands, as long as you say, "Here fishie fishie fishie fishie," in just the right tone. When you see a bear cub, don't pick him up, flip him over, and scratch his tummy. Otters may look cute, but they're vicious, vicious creatures. And, most importantly, Boston Red Sox fans do not have a sense of humor.

Ah, but now, my Batlings, Batgirl is with you again, and her heart fills with joy; for she missed you, each and every one of you. And she is so grateful to all of you for minding the store in her absence. ArrScott, Skorch, mmmarkiep, bubblemint, frightwig--your gamers were the stuff of poetry and legend. RD, you taught us all a thing or two about ourselves, but kept us smiling the whole time. el diablo, you held the ship together with brilliance, wit, and Modigliani, all without wearing pants. Batgirl says thank you, she says it with her whole heart, her whole soul.

And she thanks you--yes, you--her beloved Batlings, for supporting the guest bloggers, for never losing the twinkle in your eye, and for being there for Batgirl. You are my light, my rock, my gooey chocolate topping. I love you all.