I got a new mac through the university's store for faculty academic discounts. It was the best deal at the moment, and we have a PC already.

I was tempted by the macs, but every time I use my mom's, it drives me batty. I just can't seem to wrap my brain about their logic. It's a failing, I know. But since one of the reasons I'm shopping is because I'm giving up on Linux, I figured I should go with an OS that I kinda know and understand, even though I'd prefer not to go with the evil empire (hence the Linux attempt).

I forgot: hurray for normal breathing!!!!!! an dcool beans for lectureing again!

I liked the dress story.

and Cass - your family gives you enough trouble - you get to go home christmas day because I said so.

Laura - I don't have the words for how awful that is. So sorry you have to deal with all of this. What an asshole of an excuse for a person. I really hope they catch the effer, lock him up, and throw away the key. I echo your hope for a good samaritan finding the purse abandoned somewhere with contents intact.

I forgot about the bug's cool news too. Which is crazy, because I was thinking about it right up until I posted.

Yeah, vw, that's just fantastic!!

I really hope they catch the effer, lock him up, and throw away the key.

If he uses your social security number, it's a felony under federal law. Up to 5 years, or $250,000, or both.

Just to pass on something potentially useful I learned today.

After much trial and error, ND and I have found the best local Indian food. I just put in an order for take out and I am soooooo excited to pick it up and eat it. So excited that I'm practically drooling.

Oh, and speaking of drooling, my new dentist told me today that I have apparently started grinding my teeth rather badly at night and am causing damage...so she wants me to wear nightgear. I could cry. People, I hurt myself enough that Drew made not hurting myself "Rule #1"--do we really think wearing a hard metal thing on my head as I sleep is a good idea??

Also, am really freaked about not being able to sleep well with this contraption. Sleep is difficult enough for me. Also also, am totally feeling embarassed and dorky about it. This is my karmic payback for not having to have braces as a kid, isn't it.

Sigh.

and Cass - your family gives you enough trouble - you get to go home christmas day because I said so.

And I subtly let Dad know I was leaving Christmas night when I called to let him know I would be there for my stepmom's birthday. Wasn't thrilled but it's a done deal. I can't wait for January. My inner grinch bails about then.

Now I just need to decide what is for dinner.

I was thinking there was nothing with my SSN on it until DH reminded me of my health insurance card. I think I covered all the bases as far as notification goes. Security alerts with the credit bureau and stuff. Hopefully overkill. It doesn't look like he tried to use anything.

Ick Kristin. I sleep badly too and can't imagine. Get braces! Your girls will love it.

{{{Laura}}} That brazen fuckwad deserves some severe pain and suffering. I hope they catch him or he gets the cosmic ass-bite he's got coming soon.

I had my purse stolen in high school and I can still recall some of the personal items that were lost forever. Sometimes, the thoughts will just pop up and I still get pissed about it. That kind of violation lingers for a long time.

17 Laura? Okay, as great a number as that is, perhaps to take this as an opportunity to consolidate?

Yay for your sister. My dad is probably nearing 50 down now. I should think about something to commemorate.

I want JZ's dresses so much. But even when I'm not carrying the extra that I am now, I'm not that waisty.

vw, squeeing is always appropriate, and those are both very squee-worthy.