Now the serious side (TKKC1--I'm on another mindless conference call where I can work and post at the same time).

Betsey, all this stuff just breaks my heart concerning the kids and what we put them through. I was looking at a picture of Eddy's kids last night and almost cried. We do our best, but there is no tippy-toeing around the emotions of these angels and how these events will shape their lives. Of course, your situation with D7, and her ongoing medical issues has really shown me something about love, dedication, and overcoming some of the greater difficulties that life throws our way--apart from our love lives. So, I'll continue to pray that you can do the best you can for your girls.

I still want to hit Mr. W. with 2 x 4 (after I'm through with my W). But I guess wood shatters all over the place when it hits something really, really hard so I'd probably just end up with a splinter in my eye.

I appreciate your being here for others. You were one the first ones that allowed me to open up myself more to others and are truly one of my only female friends outside my W's orbit or my professional setting. TKKC1 and I were talking about how each of us got sucked into our W's orbits and lost touch with our past friends--especially the ladies--for me anyway.

One of things that draws me back to the board (apart from my desire to be fired) is a willingness to help others and let them know we CAN be okay--not perfect, but okay. I can only hope that I give to others as much as you have given me.

Btw, while TKKC1 made three pound burgers, salad, chips, corn and had beer (I think I would have been better off at your gym) but he did not have Guiness. And NY ladies--if things don't work out, this guy is a catch (I'm pimping again!).

Be well my canine super-hero.


Keep on fighting the good fight.

Merrick