Our beloved dog Zoe died suddenly tonight. Cause is unknown, but given her age, almost 13, not probably worth investigating. She was much loved and will be greatly missed by her humans.

Could I get a bit of ~ma for my mom, please? Her eyesight continues to deteriorate as a result of diabetic retinopathy, and the retinal specialist told her today that she is now legally blind in her left eye. In addition, the retina is completely detached and she essentially has a hole in the back of her eye. She now has to decide if she wants a vitrectomy (gas bubble injected in the back of the eye that will allow the retina to reattach) to restore a good portion of her sight, or leave things as they are. General anesthesia and the absolute necessity of remaining face-down for two weeks after surgery complicate the decision.

So a little right decision~ma and eyesight~ma would not be remiss. Please, please don't let any diabetics in your life neglect their eyesight. I wouldn't wish this on anyone.

Apparently my 24 year old nephew josh is going to walk across the US.

Any spare anti-killed/mugged/beaten ~ma would be appreciated.

This is totally random, but please go to MTV TJ and nominate me to be an MTV Twitter Jockey?

I mean, a 41yo mother who grew up in a town where MTV was banned? How cool would that be?!?

Plus, my tweets would force MTV to have to decide how much snark is too much.

If you do, please use my Twitter: @m3ta4 (metaphor)

Thanks!

Hi, y'all.

As many of you know, I got married in a simple courthouse ceremony in April. Well, we are planning on having a backyard reception 9/25 Saturday. We live in Kansas City (Prairie Village, KS) and I just wanted to see if anyone was interested in getting an invite. I know people are way far-flung, but you never know!

It will be just a casual, fun backyard late afternoon/evening event, with dancing from the ipod mix, drinks, food and cupcakes.

Email my profile addy if there's a possibility you can come, and I will send you an invite -- when they get all printed.

Could I get some lower BP and Proteins ~~ ma for my sister? She's 35 weeks tomorrow and her BP is elevating and the proteins in her urine were pretty elevated so she's showing the classic signs of pre-eclampsia. Best case is that today was just a one-off cause she's moving this weekend and is a little stressed and everything goes according to plan. Worse case is that she has to be induced this weekend. So vibes of lower BP and "stay, baby stay" would be highly appreciated.

I am at the airport on the way to San Francisco. In approximately 24 hours I will be in the on my way to Venice. Probably be dark gray for a while.

Hello LAistas. I have a wonderful cat who needs a home. If you or know anyone you know who would be interested please email me, lagarat at gmail. She's about two years old and comes with furniture and toys. I also have people furniture I'm looking to get rid of so if you need a bed, table & chairs, dresser, entertainment center, email me. Also kitchen stuff, plates, glasses, cookware. Free!

OMG, I actually have an interview! A company that I left a resume at a year ago contacted me! Now they want me to come in for an interview! this is only the third one I've had in a year and a half.

So, Tuesday Jun. 29, at about 2:30 Central time, if I could get some "Don't-screw-this-up"~ma, I would so appreciate it.

I liked this company a lot and would really like to work there.

eta, yes, it should be June!

I really hope that should be June.