Mary Diamond

OI! No pettin' behind the dorsal fin, there, M.A.d'Dogge ~ they'll take a likin' to you.

Count me in ~

YAY! So happy you can make it ~ I guess the only question is ~ Where are you two sleeping? Do we need to post a guard?

My dear Ladies... Scoot over! This is as fyne an entertaining evening as I have had in many ~ Gentlemen ~ as you were...

I took the opportunity last week to vote early ~ it took a bit longer than getting a flu shot, but was less painful. Which is not to say that I didn't wake up with my usual post-election day jitters ~ I do so hope this is the change I have been waiting for. I find it reassuring how the world is celebrating this election ~ perhaps good things are in store.

My most sincere Best Wishes to You for another Happy Year ~ Happy Belated Birthday!

Ah, I should have been more specific (meaning a Photo in her profile). Nonetheless, thank you! I admit, I haven't been able to keep up with all the posts as much as I would like, so I try to keep up with the ones I can.

Good Evening, Lady B ~ I'm newly in need of a hand fan, as my lovely beagle decided I had conveniently left her a stick to chew on. Would you happen to have one? Also, any small personal items to part with? Porte crayon, etcetera?

Post a Photo of yourself, dear, so we might know who to look for ~

Ah, Mission, you never cease to amaze me. I wish I lived closer ~ would love to see the Mad Scientist/Chirurgeon at work.

Oops! Deleted ~ Double Post.

Good Evening, Dearest Fayma! Mark and I will be arriving early(ish) Wednesday, driving down from Miami.

Perhaps those small holes were for wire rings, attached to a fine chain?

I am so sorry to hear of your loss ~ Strength and peace to you in your time of need ~ my thoughts are with you.

Thank you, Harry and Nigel! I only bring up the signage, as our location was commented on by visitors from last year ~ "We didn't know there was anything out here. What are you doing?"

Oh, my, how far we have strayed.... sorry, Patrick!

I'll do it, if you are a Ripper 'Roo ~ I think I can ask Patrick to help out with the ears and tail...

Our Flights are officially booked...

Mmmmm, Tank Girl. Would that I were so Brave. I am more the Jet Girl type.

Actually, I did send my comments to Loyalist Arms ~ I rather thought everyone else would, as well? Otherwise, how will they know?

Yep, that kinda puts it all in perspective, doesn't it? Thanks, Kate, I needed that.

Oh My Goodness, I watched 4 times in a row Harry, dear, please tell me Lawrence will be attending again this year, with his lovely boomers!

My 2 pence ~ when received, the left shoe was exceptionally painful to wear. I took it to my local cobbler, who gave it a bit of a stretch here and there (across the instep and by the big toe). I am still developing a large blister on my left heel when I wear them, though, to be fair, I have not worn them more than a weekend, yet, to break them (or my feet) in. Other than that, they feel fine, and I expect the blistering will be resolved soon, as I develop more a thicker skin in that area (or add moleskin for protection). I expect the soles and heels to withstand a great deal of abuse, though my cobbler was unsure what he would do once the shoes started showing wear, which concerned me. I do feel the toe box is wider than is appropriate, especially when reviewing period images ~ when looking down at them, they look rather shovel-ish, though, looking in a mirror, they look better. Perhaps a slight re-design is in order?

My heart goes out to you ~ it is not an easy thing to bear. Wishing you strength and peace ~

Ours were faxed yesterday...