kidsmoke

Oh, opinionated, would we? I too hope this album lives up to expectations!

Yes, it's true....my boys are born exactly 4 years apart. Brennan held out until 10 minutes after midnight so he could be born on Tom's 4th birthday.

Yep, now Tom can come to all those 21+ club shows! He'll love the Mitch coupon, Evonne! AND LET'S NOT FORGET, IT'S BRENNAN'S BIRTHDAY TOO......He's 17!!!......Will you all please pool your money and buy him a car? The boy just wants to (drive).

I know. Me too. When Buzz is really contented, he just glows with it. He'll often just lie there purring loudly to himself. He's a great cat.

You got it.

I've already read the first 2 chapters of the book...fascinating stuff! And I think I'm about to have some chocolate, having demonstrated restraint for an entire half-day.

Jen, YOU are my secret Santa? I need to write your new address into my book....didn't recognize it! Good Santa-ing, girl! And no, that is my own dear cat Buzz, who finally grew into his big ears. He's almost 18 lbs. now!!! Time to cut back on the treats.

January 3, 2008 Buzz:"Holy cow, look what my secret Santa sent me! Tissue paper to lay on!!!" kidsmoke: "Um, Buzz dear, that chocolate is mine! Buzz: "Possession is nine-tenths of the law you know. And I sometimes have a wild mean streak. I wonder if now might be one of those times?" kidsmoke: "Cats don't care for Brazilian pink peppercorns, you realize." Buzz: (sighing as only a cat can) "Fine, but I'm going to need to be bought off with some turkey-flavored cat treats and a few of those limon chips that I like to lick all the seasoning off of. Deal?" kidsmoke: "You got it.

I have yet to receive, too....but then, I love late Christmas gifts! Plus I'm easy to buy for because I just love gifts, period. It is, after all, the thought that counts. That's the truth.

Nice work! I wish I could draw but alas. And that "Red Eyed and Blue' is terrific stuff!

Edie, sweetest, all my love to you and Scott and Jake. It's clear from all you've told us that Jerry was a really special person and lived a wonderful life with much love in it. What blessings to everyone who knew him! It sounds as if his influence on Jake was powerful. I'm sure Jake won't ever forget him. We had an elderly neighbor who had that sort of an influence on Brennan, and even though she's been gone for about 7 years, she is still very precious to Brennan and still influences his outlook on the world. These wonderful people make an impact that's forever. You are raising an amazin

Yeah Rob, and speaking of thanks for all your work, be watching your mailbox this week.

Love and warmest wishes to Lammy, who deserves all the best! Cheers!

May your day and your year be all sparkly and bright!

Great, now you guys have got "Spider Pig" stuck in my head again.

How incredibly sad. I just saw him on that tour too. Rest in peace, Evan.

I love this book so much.

If you are all as busy as I am, the next couple of days won't allow much time for posting....which is why I want to say now that you are all very dear to me, and counted among my year-end blessings! Please stay safe, as a lot of the country turns into one big ice-rink, and have a peaceful and blessed holiday season! Also, could anyone explain (if I send you an audio tape) this incredibly loud and bizarre noise my washer has just begun making? No? Crap, I need a new washer. I hope you are all snug and safe and happy! Much love, kidsmoke

So sad, Edie. Much love to you & Scott & Jake.

Very cool! What is the spinal-looking thing?

kidsmoke is just fine with this & actually kinda likes the idea as it makes Christmas stretch out a bit longer. So, no worries, secret Santa.

So does the gravy, if you stir it and heat it long enough.

Kauffman nails!!!! Now there's a Christmas gift everyone could use!!!!

Hahahaha, what a great gift, Kate! Tom is also getting one of those for Christmas....it was one of the first Christmas gifts I bought this year. Doesn't that cover picture of Bush just make you want to slap him?

You can't imagine how tempted I am, Jen, but we already have 5 cats, and can't afford another. My husband would have my head on a spike. I hope you are able to find good homes for your babies!