long time gone

I'd like to start by saying that I am SOOOOO SORRY that it has taken me so long to update this here blog. Our fearless leader, the Captain's captain abandoned ship about a month ago, and I've been in mourning ever since. Weeping and gnashing my teeth, wondering who the new boss is going to be, and I just couldn't bring myself to get on this blog, which was the old boss's pride and joy.

But all that changes tonight. Here are the awesome writings from tonight's awesome group. Enjoy!



My Self-Esteem, by Anonymous Woman

It is weird how a pair of teeth could help your self esteem get better. After I got my teeth, I look in the mirror and just have to put make-up on and do my hair. It has been years since I've thought that I was pretty and have a great smile (which I do a lot now).

I kind of forgot how to put on mascara without getting it all in my eyes. I try to pay attention to what I wear. But since the day I got my teeth, my self esteem has been very good. I really do feel a lot happier, and my depression doesn't seem to be as bad now.

I am moving forward with my life now, with a lot of positivity. Thank you God!



Rumors, by Andy

I wish I could be with no one but animals.

My tolerence for people in general has diminished severely. Why do people attempt to start rumors about people? I think it is the lowest thing a person can do, especially if the rumor is a lie!

I just want to retaliate in a severe manner! Just knowing that the general population knows the rumor isn't true doesn't seem to be enough. My head is going ninety miles and hour thinking of ways to retaliate! Hopefully tomorrow I will have calmed down.



The Baroness, by Dilly Scott

Dilly bought a new paper and looked up. Could it be him? It looked like him. His sense of humour was obvious in the way he walked. No he wasn't clownish, he was distinguished and dignified. "Don't pay over $500 for her." She curtsied like an idiot and he got into a cute sedan and, after connecting his shoulder harness, waved goodbye.

Dilly was late for lunch and bought was she called a construction worker's special: a burrito, coffee and something with jalapenos. She saluted them as she went in the deli and they were glad not to feel in the way of those civic minded bus riders. Dilly turned to the movie section. It was interesting, but not what she was looking for. Ah, this time she'd try a cat and dog show. Whatever it took.

She'd lost 26 pounds and counting, walking a dog was what she wanted. It was wonderful to hang out with animal-lovers at the show and the coffeeshop. The light changed and Picadilly Square welcomed one more person.

She could curl up in the padded basket contented. The flat suited her as did the dear old barrister Dilly worked for. He was glad of some company occasionally especially her new boyfriend they met in the park. The Baroness took over, all 12 pounds of her. The Pom faxed her paw prints to the abbey and they had a wonderful season.