bonny, i think you are being very reasonable.

It is my assumption that the ceiling and effected wall should be one color.

I believe you want to make that "affected."

Holy crap, Ginger. You really got the crap kicked out of you today. Healing vibes are being flung in your direction.

Bonny, I think your letter sounds fine. I hope your landlord is able to comprehend it all.

My Aunt T is taking me to the doc's office today to get my drains out and the bandages off. It's all very exciting, except for the part where everyone has said that the drain tube removal hurts like a motherfucker. Not really looking forward to that part.

Ow, Ginger. Things I would not like: someone hammering metal pegs into my head, wherever they might be located. On the other hand, if it gets you a functional tooth, then yeah. Necessary. May the drugs be, in fact, good, and may they kick in soon.

Bonny, the letter reads fine, except--Windi already pointed out accessible, but you have "the effected wall" and it should be "the affected wall." Not...that it has, you know, airs and graces, or anything. But the water damage had the effect of affecting the wall. So to speak. Um.

Sail, oh no! But I'm glad you're okay, and that the other woman wasn't being a screaming hysterical hellbeast. Not...that I would know anything about that, oh no. Seriously. I know the damage is always daunting, but you and everybody concerned are okay, and that's the important thing.

Felicitations, Sean, on the Anniversary of Your Natal Day! May it be joyous and may there be cake! And candles, and even confetti, if you so desire. A year of happiness and prosperity is my wish for you.

~ma to Ginger and Nicole

Bonny - your letter says what needs to be said.

I have a selfish request. One of the teachers at K-Bug's school is in the running as Comcast’s “All Star Teacher”. If Mr. Nakamura wins, K-Bug's High School receives $10,000. Mr. Nakamura not only teaches history, ethnic studies, but is the head honcho of the Leadership kids and, on top of all that, manages to help coach sports teams. To vote for him - go to [link] click on Alan Nakamaura and cast your vote. Only one vote per IP address. The contest goes through July 15th.

You'll be happy to have the drains gone, though, Nicole. I hated those.

I think I'm going to lie down now.

Nakamura, check. Or, you know, tickybox.

Nicole, yeah. But! It'll feel SO much better after. Swear. Meantime, dahling, you look maaahvelous, yes you do. And getting better all the time. Virtual hugs now, real ones later.

Happy Birthday, Sean!

Ginger, I'm glad it's over! Poor you!

{{{Sail}}}

Bonny, how frustrating! The letter looks good.

Good luck at your appointment, Nicole!

So, my interview went well this morning, I think. Except, I just got an e-mail asking me to completely restructure my resume back to the way it used to be. This makes me EXTREMELY crabby since I've spent the last 2.5 months restructuring it to its current version. I e-mailed them back with my concerns about going back to the other structure, but I have a funny feeling they're not going to care. Grrrr... I just don't even want to think about how many hours I spent on that damn thing...and how many hours I'm going to have to spend cutting it down and sharpening it.

Ugh, Ginger. Much pain-go-away~ma. I've got a tooth that needs to be pulled, but I don't think I'm going to go the implant route. Especially if they've got to hammer. Eeeesh.

Easy-drain-removal~ma, Nicole.

Thanks for the hairpats, folks. I've calmed down a lot, but I'm not looking forward to calling my insurance company. I feel like I'm always on the phone with them, this poor car. This will be the fifth time into the breach for it.

Lots of feel better-ma going out to Ginger and Nicole. I strongly suggest an afternoon of slounging and watching cute boys of your choice on TV. Ingestion of chcolate, quilt-wrapping and/or animal snuggling is at your discretion.

bonny, you also have a manor/manner mix up in the letter. Otherwise, I think it looks fine. Don't threaten to withhold rent without talking to a lawyer; only about half of jurisdictions allow you to do this and then only if it's for basic services (e.g. no water, no heat). If a jurisdiction does allow you to withhold rent you'd probably have to set up an escrow account, etc., etc. You're just not there, yet.

The one thing I'd add is how & when you want the landlord to contact you with a reply to your letter.