I just totally crossed the streams. I posted a link to Hyperbole and a Half's Alot to the kinky Website.

I didn't think I could combine those 2 interests, short of being a pro-domme who specializes in grammar class scenarios. Or, I don't know, being a grammar tutor on the set of a kinky porno.

Matt is not having fun. poor thing.

I would tell you don't, but it is too late Steph

I just wanted to thank everyone for your anniversary wishes. It means a lot to me. I have been successful in pressie-shopping! The fourth anniversary is silk, fruit and/or flowers. Given the aftermath of the Qld floods, a hand of bananas would probably count as a luxury gift right now; but I opted instead for a silk scarf with a floral print. Could not for the life of me find one in the department stores, and the only Tie Rack in the city had closed. Finally tracked down a place called The Silk Shop today, and closed the deal on a suitable scarf. Go me!

She's gorgeous, an awesome mother, AND practical! You win on wife-selectin', my friend.

I shared this with Wallybee. She agrees with you.

I remember how hard you struggled and how sad everything was during that last bleak stretch of your time in the US; I'm constantly awed by how resolute you were in remaining fearless and open to the possibility of joy, and so constantly glad to see how the joy has rushed in to fill that space you gave it.

Aw, I'm blushing. Can you believe it's been almost eight years since that all blew up? Or, as I like to think of it now, when I became familiar with the works of Shan Yu. t /Firefly

happiness and love , billytea and Wallybee!

For the first time in years I am watching the news because it is mostly about the weather

a pro-domme who specializes in grammar class scenarios

That's a brilliant idea. Make it so.

It has been a long time since matt was far away at bedtime. Hmmph. Not used to this anymore

Aww, beth, that's hard. Hang in there.

And bt, really, eight years, wow. I'm so happy for your life now.

a pro-domme who specializes in grammar class scenarios

I've toyed with being a dominatrix esthetician. I'm not particularly toppy, but the thought of yanking hair out of some of the jerks I've worked for (and their ilk), having them beg me to do it, and then paying the hell out of me for it, is an awfully pleasant thought.

They looked perplexed and then I could see the dawning on their faces. Oh. Right. We didn't discuss parenting at all!

It never ceases to amaze me that people get married without bothering to discuss and/or negotiate about serious topics such as money, if/when/how regarding the rearing of children, and most importantly of all, how to negotiate competing needs, desires, and expectations. Silly people have this idea that love conquers all, so why worry about all that stuff ahead of time - just plow right ahead and capture the other person, after all if they really love you, they'll understand why it has to be your way.

And, well, it just sucks.

It truly does, ChiKat. Wish I had better to say than that.

He has since trimmed down. Turns out he had figured out how to open the cupboard where the treats are stored and had been helping himself in the middle of the night.

I didn't know a dog could be part Siamese cat.

He was very supportive. Which I should have known would happen but my default assumption is that everyone is going to react negatively when I have to do stuff like that.

I'm glad it went well. Best of luck and ~ma for this whole thing to work out for you.

It has been a long time since matt was far away at bedtime.

May he come back to you, safe and whole, ready to be warmed by your love.

Morning, all. I took Benedryl and melatonin last night, and that did the trick. Best sleep I've had here. Unfortunately, I could have slept in but woke up with a POING!!! Tradeoff, I suppose. Not sure what my day will look like. Hoping to have dinner with Nora and Tom tonight.