I know, but it does kinda mean that looks were/are important to me on some level. Not that that's the worst thing in the world either but... uh... kinda superficial.

Nah. What Maria said. Gotta have some attraction. The people I like on the inside but am not attracted to are my friends!

Or he could be average-looking, but when he opens his mouth, you're amazed by his wit and kindness and empathy, and suddenly he makes Hugh Jackman look plain.

This. The person you love could look like a freak show to the rest of the world, but that package means everything to you. It's why we look at some couples that are giving each other sappy looks and we wonder why?

Daughter of Burrell! Text!

On Sunday, I get on a cruise ship for a week, and thank god. My camel's back is about ready to break.

The people I like on the inside but am not attracted to are my friends!

Exactly! You've got to think your partner is hot! Even if others don't always agree, like Connie said.

Taking a break from packing. I've been in Otter Lake 4 months and have my work computer system (2 desktops, 2 laptops, 5 monitors, ip phone, etc) and lots of clothes and so forth to pack. Also can't leave any canned goods or other food stuffs that will freeze over winter. Such a chore. I'm leaving sooner than I wanted and taking a western route because of anticipated weather nastiness along my usual east coast route.

Not so concerned so much for me or the US for the hurricane, but I have a number of relatives and friends in the Bahamas and it looks pretty awful there.

Also, y'all have let me down with the not winning the big lotto thing. Life would be less complex on Buffista Island.

I haven't checked my numbers yet. Until I do, it's schroedingers lotto.

My streams got crossed on FB. I am o.O

I'm sorry to say there was a single Powerball winner with a ticket bought in Michigan. Do we have anyone left in Michigan?