I even tried to calculate if you were coming out ahead with the 8k additional salary and the increased commjute, but I decided I didn't have enough data. But I was totally thinking about you, just not typing. Anyway, congratulations, esp. pon the using your brain part.

I calculate about $2k/year of that will spent be gas and maintainence on the vehicle. Maybe $2.5k

But hey, I hear they will give overtime freely, and possible bonuses three times a year.

Not even going to talk about divorce. I've seen 4 (5?) pretty much unfun any way you slice it. I sat my parents down the last time they discussed it and 'splained "You're both 50-something, no one is going to like you any better than he does."

I have the hiccups, and I need to make a pie. Also, I made the most horrid mistake ever, job wise..I'm beating myself with a studded board right now (not literally).

My money is on alien baby in GI tract. Only *one* doctor out of the 4 that saw him today thought that was funny.

Ah, now see, my best friend the ER doc would have really appreciated that one. Look what her pregnant self did this Halloween:

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Anyway, Tep, I'm glad it's looking like nothing super serious for your dad but sorry you (and he) are having to deal with more medical crap.

I have the hiccups, and I need to make a pie.

I always heard swallowing a little sugar cured hiccups. I'll have to try making a pie next time.

I made the most horrid mistake ever, job wise

Most horrid mistakes ever really suck. Hope things are easily fixed.

Does *anyone* out there watch Related? I really enjoy this show and I want a Bob of my very own. But he should look like Marco.

Did someone say pie? Yum.

I hope the work mistake is not as bad as you think it is. I know I've beaten myself with the studded board once or twice only to find out that I was the only one who really cared about the mistake. I hope it turns out that way for you, too.

sj, I'm glad you're feeling like you can get some sleep.

KB, you're FUNNY. Maybe we should send you to keep Teppy company while she deals with those dull-witted doctors.

I didn't watch Related tonight, but I usually do. I think Margie and I are soulmates.

Job related fuckup...It's not a fixing thing, my job is fine. I'm just a slacker who could have done better, I was told I could do better, but I sat back and now the temp, hired after me*, has my job.

• It should be said, I like the girl a lot. I think she will do a very good job, and I'm actually happy that if anyone has to be my boss, it's her.

Did someone say pie? Yum.

I'm making Mr. Jane Almond Cherry Cream Pie for V-Day. He has to work until 3 am. He gets treats. Sucks for both of us, but at least I get to be home by 8.

I'm just a slacker who could have done better, I was told I could do better, but I sat back and now the temp, hired after me*, has my job.

Well, shit. I'm sorry. It's great that you can see it for what it's worth, though.

Almond Cherry Cream Pie

Oh my. That sounds so tasty. Is it something you created on your own?

Oh, and Related was good tonight. Not as good as Grey's but still quite good.

Is it something you created on your own?

Heavens no. I couldn't create something to save my life. However. Yummy, and easy. Pie crust with chopped almonds. Condensed milk whipped with lemon juice, almond extract and whipped cream. Then take a can of cherries drain the juice and thicken with corn starch, sugar and some red dye for the pretty on top.

Hour tops, but yummy and pretty.

2003 Slate Homeland Security tips for Valentine's Day:

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