Thanks everyone. I'm sure I will seriously second-guess myself a lot, but I'm telling lots of people in part so I can't chicken out!! It's kind of a sudden decision, but yes, I've been very unhappy for a while, and think this may just be what's needed.

Zen, going back to bed sounds very nice.

Allyson, would you be moving to be near family, or would the baby come to where you are, or am I misremembering where everyone is in this? I hope it goes more quickly and easily for you than for others I've known, and that your brother eventually understands you are doing the best thing you can in the situation, for the kiddo AND for him (harder to have a relationship with her if she is adopted by non-family members!)

I've been scrolling through the Met Gala photos, and happily report that Billy Porter did not disappoint.

Oh wow, meara -- good luck! That sounds like a good call, honestly.

Wow, meara! That sounds very rationally thought out. I hope it works out for you!

Good call on going back to bed, Zen.

Allyson, wishing all the best to you, your neice, and family.

Meara, I hope you are filled with relief after your meeting.

meara, it's a big step, and congratulations for having the courage to take it.

Good luck, meara!! Quitting my last job, without having another job in place, is one of the best things I've ever done. Allyson, best wishes for you and your niece and your whole family.

I am proud of myself: I've been meaning to buy a new vacuum cleaner for years, and was going to do it this weekend, until I realized how dumb it would be to carry it home walking. I just got an email from Bed Bath and Beyond, so I ordered it! Phew.

Good for you, meara! And best of luck to you!

I overdid it yesterday and am completely useless today. Stupid body.

I want to submit my photography for publication [link] but it requires me to write about myself and my work, and I'm paralyzed!