This is vital information. Which I seem to have missed by just jumping into the game without paying attention to the demo.

Or, ya know, paying attention to the directions on the start page. Whatever.

...I'm going to assume that Stack The Cats is a game I've never heard of, rather than a pet-related activity. Although if it's the latter, my awe of Cindy knows no bounds.

No -- actually, I'm booked the weekend of the 20th b/c my brother and SiL will be in town for Shindig #2: Electric Giftaloo. The 27th, however, would work just fine for me.

Ah, this could work VERY well. I'm going to make arrangements--DH needs to do some studying that weekend and if he takes the day to do that, O and I can come down to see you.

Cindy, you're still stacking the crack the cats???

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Now, be careful with this stuff.

Timelies!

and I am making peach mango salsa.

Oh, yum! Plei, could you send me the recipe, or even better, could we include it in the cookbook? I’ve been looking for a good peach or mango salsa. Peach mango would be a double treat!

I love thunderstorms. Summer thunderstorms have been "normal" for me for a very long time, and I have to say that I miss them here.

We’ve had a ton the last few days. They’ve been pretty amazing. Toto is terrified of them, though.

It’s my dad’s birthday today. I’ve already called him to send good wishes, and I’ve got to get on that cake I promised to bake. Busy day ahead! Trying to keep myself occupied since I’m supposed to hear on Toto’s tests today.

Edit: Brenda, you should have e-mail from me.

blah, boss is out, and DumbAsBoxO'Hair-coworker will work every last nerve of mine this week, I just know it.

I have to say that I miss them here.

You'll miss them even when they happen. They have more of an impact, so they're not as fun.

I've been told they don't happen, but no one told the sky -- sure, there are fewer, but I've seen some each year since I've been here.

Hey, Nora, I've gotta run to the grocery store. Want me to make a murderous little stop at your office while I'm on my way home?

...I'm going to assume that Stack The Cats is a game I've never heard of, rather than a pet-related activity. Although if it's the latter, my awe of Cindy knows no bounds.

Cindy, you're still stacking the crack the cats???

Yeah, but it's no longer an obsession. It's a normal procrastination method, and probably has been since I figured out the big 256,000 point payday move.

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Fay, the music is annoying. You'll want to turn it off after a while (although the lady's comments are funny at first). It can be addictive when you first start because there's no winning. You could, in theory, go on forever. Once you get the hang of it, the obsession will likely pass.

vw, I hope Toto's tests turn out for the best. I'm wishing you both some strength and peace, and much health for Toto.

Got it, vw, thanks! Happy B-day to your dad.

Our local newsies just did a long piece on Bookcrossing. Must remember to actually print out some stickies and get back on that horse.