So a couple of days ago I sent in a resumé and cover letter, on a whim, to a new performing arts school opening next year. The more I thought about it, the more I realized it would be the perfect position for me

I just got an email from the principal, and I have to do a phone interview tomorrow, and I HATE phone interviews, and I would love some phone-interview-ma. Please. Thanks. Bye.

DCistas, I will be in your fair city this weekend. Staying somewhere near GW, though I don't have the details yet. My cell and email are in my profile if anyone wants to try to get together. Plans for the weekend are vague, but will likely include libations at various establishments.

AnotherAlaskan, who used to post here, just found out that his mother has had a massive heart attack and is not expected to live through tomorrow. He's flying out to LA this afternoon, hoping to get there before she passes. He didn't ask, but I know he would appreciate peaceful passing ~ma for his mom and strength and coping ~ma for himself and the rest of his family.

home from UK in one piece, catching up with threads, see y'all, like, later when I do so.

I'm grey-ish this weekend -- driving to Mom in PA, then up to the Catskills for family reunion-type action. Thank goodness for iPods, Science Friday podcasts, and the fact that my family is mostly worth all the driving!

AnotherAlaskan's mother passed away early this (Sunday) morning. She had been in a deep coma since her heart attak on Tuesday. Thanks to everyone for the ~ma. Continued ~ma for the family would be appreciated.

E is having some minor surgery today (we're heading to the hospital in a few minutes) -- healthma would be appreciated. Thank you.

Just a renewed begging for jobma. This week is my last week of employment. Jobhunting has netted me very little so far. Please send me thoughts of right livelihood. OKTHXBYE.

ChiKat's post about her boss reminded me. I've gotten myself involved with editing a book a friend is putting together about crazy bosses. Anyone have some tales to contribute? Her note below, my profile addy is good for any questions or submissions:

Dear Friends:

I am gathering a collection of short stories about bizarre work experiences, particularly bizarre bosses (though if you have a particularly insane coworker story, we'll accept those as well). Could you send me a couple of paragraphs on the craziest outburst, behavior, or situation you ever experienced? If the collection is published, I'll give you full recognition (or not!) for your contribution. Feel free to pass this message along or circulate it as you like.

Thanks!

THE HOUSE IS OURS!

Sorry for the asscaps. There's giddy in the air over here. The title transferred today and we received our keys late this afternoon. We are now proud owners of a 1 and 1/2 floor bungalow, circa 1951. It's got horrid 80s wallpaper and mint green carpet, but underneath are some amazing tiles, gorgeous wood floors, and I've always wanted to try my hand at some painting techniques.

You guys encouraged me in many ways to make this a reality. My thanks again to you all.

I'll likely be dark gray to black from now until Wednesday, April 5th, when I get internet access again.