I think I need -ma of some description. Spoke to my dad this morning; my mother nearly died last week. She's no longer critical, and is expected out of hospital tomorrow; but this is happening more often. My contract here includes some provision for trips back home in the event of 'serious illness, death, or personal emergency', subject to approval. I think I'm going to try to invoke it.
Jeez, don't get all Movie of the Week. I was just too cheap to buy you a real present.
Dawn ,'The Killer In Me'
If the Apocalypse Comes, Beep Me
Birth, death, illness, new job, vacation...if it's happening to you and you want us to know about it, post it here. These threads are intended for announcements only. Want to offer sympathy or congratulations, or talk about anything? Take it to Natter. Any natter here will be deleted.
billytea - Aug 04, 2003 10:13:50 am PDT #869 of 5668
You were a wrong baby who grew up wrong. The wrong kind of wrong. It's better you hear it from a friend.
deborah grabien - Aug 04, 2003 10:14:15 am PDT #870 of 5668
It really doesn't matter. It's just an opinion. Don't worry about it. Not worth the hassle.
Question for Seattle, Portland and SoCal peeps
I'm in the early stages of arranging signings/readings for The Weaver & the Factory Maid in Southern California, Seattle, and possibly Portland. I'm trolling for input and suggestions from the locals as to their suggestions for the best bookstores at which to read.
I think I have Seattle taken care of (the Barnes & Noble at University Village is my first choice), but suggestions for LA (chain or indie) and Portland (ditto) would be gratefully received.
Any and all input to sf_deb@yahoo.com would be appreciated. Ta!
Typo Boy - Aug 04, 2003 9:23:31 pm PDT #871 of 5668
Calli: My people have a saying. A man who trusts can never be betrayed, only mistaken.Avon: Life expectancy among your people must be extremely short.
NoiseDesign - Aug 04, 2003 11:29:46 pm PDT #872 of 5668
Our wings are not tired
My pictures from the BBQ are here. Enjoy!
Also, I'm going to be most likely pretty dark gray, charcoalish until the end of the week. I'm leaving for Cleveland in the morning to go to Cedar Point (My first time!) and don't get back until Friday. Probably won't have too much time to drop in.
Jon B. - Aug 05, 2003 2:56:56 am PDT #873 of 5668
A turkey in every toilet -- only in America!
I'll be dark until tomorrow night. Going to visit a friend on "the Vineyard." I'll report back with any Carly Simon sightings.
sj - Aug 06, 2003 7:47:01 pm PDT #874 of 5668
"There are few hours in life more agreeable than the hour dedicated to the ceremony known as afternoon tea."
I will be dark gray for the next two days, and then black until a week from Saturday. I have a wedding to attend this Saturday, and then I will be in Cape Cod for a week without computer access.
Rio - Aug 07, 2003 2:22:28 pm PDT #875 of 5668
Are you ready to be strong?
My dudes! I have a new job! I start tomorrow! The bad news is: It pays almost nothing. But who needs to eat, really?
P.S. DMH, why aren't you posting? You should post! No one here is scary, except for msbelle of course.
Java cat - Aug 07, 2003 2:27:49 pm PDT #876 of 5668
Not javachik
I'm dark grey already, same tomorrow, then off to the Sierra for 9 days to swim, read, hike, hang out, and look for shooting stars.
JohnSweden - Aug 07, 2003 4:37:08 pm PDT #877 of 5668
I can't even.
I'm around Friday morning, then dark until Sunday the 17th, as I am off to the Pennsic War. Wish me good clubbing!
Am-Chau Yarkona - Aug 08, 2003 12:13:35 am PDT #878 of 5668
I bop to Wittgenstein. -- Nutty
Going dark for slightly over a week-- until Sunday 17th or thereabouts, depending how long it takes me to catch up.