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Japan is the only country that has not lost tradition as a base of their society. It is really such a pleasure to go to Japan.

*gives Kris a cyber hug* I am so sorry. Just because a pet is old and has lived a long and full life, does not mean the pain is any less. Pets are family members and it hurts so much when they are gone. By the way... our Suzie was a bassett hound. What a terrific dog she was!!! *thinks of Suzie with very fond memories*

Music, dance, art... understanding music helps with even mathematics.

We miss you being on HampsterDance. Hope your mother is doing much better. Perhaps we will see you soon!!!

I like your thinking! That was something I had not considered.

A natural!!!! I am impressed!!!!!! No way ever would I be able to do anything like that.

Perhaps there is a little more to it than that, for example, the Chinese have more people squished into a smaller space and they are no where as courteous and polite as the Japanese. The Japanese have a culture based on tradition and this is very evident in many aspects of their life. What are your thoughts on this? Another thought is that there are lots and lots of people in New York City.

*rolls eyes a number of times* *cough, cough*

Actually I was about twenty minutes late, and as he only does a nano-trim, it takes him about five minutes total. He books me for a thirty minute appointment, so he was not too mad. Phew!!!! Great news!!!!! I know you are counting the days until she is home. Just in time for Christmas!!!

Moose travel. Supposedly a moose can pace up to approximately 35 miles per hour, so... he can get to school fast! The best part this is in the woods, so a forest short cut will save additional time.

Oh my goodness, I am so, so sorry. Please let Kris know that she, her family and especially her mother are in our thoughts, hearts and prayers that she have a speedy and successful recovery. We are thinking of her.

*falls over shocked, stunned and completely unable to catch my breath, trying to understand how - Kat - beat me to the birthday greetings* Dear Topazia... Now that I have recovered, I hope you had a most wonderful day on the celebration of your birth!!! Of course, no one escapes the traditional song, so here goes... HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU, HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU, HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEAR TOPAZIA, HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU!!!!! I have worked all night making a special birthday cake with a special Horatio sauce. As we walk out with the cake, think of your wish, blow out your candles and make your special birthday wish come true. Hope this day is the beginning of many, many more to come!!! Horatio

*is seen meeting with Coca Cola management to review their security to protect the secret Coca Cola formula*

OUTSTANDING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Do you have any idea which school you would like to attend or what you plan on majoring in?

Yesterday I finally received my birthday present... a wide angle lens. Totally the most amazing lens I have ever used. It is so incredible with so many, many options. It is going to take me a zillion years to learn how to use it. Nikon took almost two months to send it, but now that I have it in hand, I am one happy hammy. Pictures to follow.

Exactly, when someone in the health care field is happy with the care a relative is receiving... then you know it is good. Hopefully this will be just a little setback for your grandmother. As we age, it is so much harder to recover from health problems. How nice you and your mother had some time together, I know this is something you really desired. I almost missed my my appointment. At least he only trimmed an eighth of an inch.

So now we call you "Uncle Glo". Congratulations on the birth of your niece. Graduation... wow! Now for the next big step in life. I am so thrilled to hear you are happy.

Ouch... make choreograph something in five hours? I am sure you will get something done, but that would be hard for me. As for the math, good luck. I know that you have studied hard and hopefully you will surprise yourself.

I can do that. Plans will be made for me to the vault to secure my special marinade recipe. *scurries off to bake a special cake for Glowrum*

You are so right. Japan is very traditional and people have so much respect for their elders and authority. On another note,while in Japan, I noticed how immaculate the country is. We left there and went to Singapore, which is supposed to be ultra clean, and it was no where as clean as Japan. Singapore has lots of cigarette butts everywhere. You cannot throw gum on the street, but somehow a cigarette butt is okay. Weird.

*falls over in shock at the appearance of - Kat -*

Finding a silver lining in an overall crazy life will be the best for you. Otherwise the stress will kill you. Spending time with your grandmother and your parents is as important as spending time with your siblings. I am happy that you take the time to enjoy your family members, as you never know just how short someone's life may be. Hope the hospital visit went well and was nothing more than a little chest pain. More later... have to get my fur cut.

Good luck on your final. I am positive you will receive an 4.5 (out of 4.0) for your final grade.

The way they interact is with extreme courtesy and consideration for other people. The most amazing thing was that the mall was packed with lots of people, but no one touched another. There was a sense of personal space and regard to the personal space of others. In general, Americans are quite rude as compared with the Japanese.

Thank you for letting me know about your mother. Good news that she sold the van, I too hope she received an amount she is happy with. Car/van repairs are ridiculously expensive. As you know from my previous post... the computer diagnostic expense was outrageous!!! And that was before the repair. The master cylinder is another super expensive part. I totally understand the stress your mother is under. The worry plus working is really hard on a person. I admire your mother for the strength she has. Your mother understands that you can only do so much and have to focus on you and what is happening in your life. She knows what a terrific daughter she has and appreciates your support. The fact that you are so considerate of her means more to her than you could ever imagine. What I love best about you is the fact that you still have time to see the bright side of things. Glad to know you are saving up to 15% on your car insurance with Geico.