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Darn... I just ordered you a case of camo duct tape. Seriously... that's terrific news. At least you won't have to worry about the back window.

Great thinking! At least you have weighed all the options. Not only is gas a cost, there is wear and tear on your car, and just plain overall use of things that will need to be replaced, such as tyres.

I hope your right. Unfortunately, there are some people who don't think. There was a show on the world's dumbest criminals, it was pretty funny. Although there was a sad side to it. In one case, a guy was robbing a bank and he asks the teller for all her money. She told him that she would give it to him, but she didn't want to lose her job and could he please show her his driver's license first. He did. She gave him the money. I wonder what went through his mind when he arrived home to find the police waiting. There was a news story recently about a guy who went in to rob a bank, but was talked into taking out a loan instead. That's great!!

Ooooh camo! You definitely want camo duct tape. XD Camo is big in the Memphis area. Camo, green and brown were all sold out. You will have to get in line for the camo colour.

I just got off the phone with the guy who cuts my hair. He is very, very good and extremely well known. He asked me for pictures of your hair and I wanted to get your permission before I printed them. Is this okay? He said that you should be able to have your hair cut short, especially with naturally wavy/curly hair and do absolutely nothing except towel dry it and walk out the door, and have it look fabulous. Please let me know if it is okay to print the pictures and show him. If you have any better pictures of your hair, that you would prefer, please let me know. Thanks!

That sounds about right. I know that the wild marsh rabbits in Florida, can live that long if they can avoid predators. Usually they don't make it that long. Bertha, the wild rabbit that lived outside our front door, lived about seven years.

You are so right. Great decision. Are there other Mad Science locations where you could work? We have these Mathnasium places for math, but I don't know anything about them. Perhaps I will go into one today and check it out. Unfortunately, I think the pay is probably low and not worth it. Are there any job search places you can register with? The hardest part is finding the openings to apply for.

I hope your right. Unfortunately, there are some people who don't think. There was a show on the world's dumbest criminals, it was pretty funny. Although there was a sad side to it. In one case, a guy was robbing a bank and he asks the teller for all her money. She told him that she would give it to him, but she didn't want to lose her job and could he please show her his driver's license first. He did. She gave him the money. I wonder what went through his mind when he arrived home to find the police waiting.

That's great advice!

You will have lots of fun going into the different motorcycle shops. Should you wander in their alone, or with a girlfriend, you will probably meet more guys. Come to think of it, I have not posted a picture of my new bike. *runs off to find a picture*

Duct tape... The good thing is the now duct tape comes in a wide variety of colours!!!!!! Now you can pick the colour that best matches your car...

Duct tape... The good thing is the now duct tape comes in a wide variety of colours!!!!!! Now you can pick the colour that best matches your car...

Sign-making is a good business. He should always have work in that field. I wish him luck in the hard work involved in getting his GED. Please do not be paranoid about your relationship. Your boyfriend is with you because he wants to be with you, so think about your relationship positively. Anytime a paranoid thought comes into your head, please try and put them out. Don't allow those feelings to exist. It is hard work, but you can do it.

[ Amazing, utterly amazing! You are such a talented writer!!! Thank you so much!!! *gives Mushroom_king a basket full of fresh baked cookiefins as a token of appreciation for this wonderful addition to the story* ]

Oh my... that's quite a bit of emotional stress at one time. *gives Mushroom_king a cyber hug* I'm so sorry to hear about Libby and Thomas. I know how hard that is. Having a furry friend for so long just tears at your heartstrings when they are gone. Poor Snape must be beside himself. Usually a wind-up alarm clock, one that ticks, helps to ease their pain. The tick-tock reminds them of a heart beat. This is used for new kittens and puppies that are first separated from the litter and pets who have lost a partner. You wrap the clock in a washcloth or small towel and put it in the place where they sleep. Snape will not get too much bonding from the dogs, unfortunately. As for your friend who had to drop out of school, I am so, so sorry. If he is looking for a part-time job with benefits, please tell him to check at his local FedEx. They should be hiring for the season and this would work around his school schedule. They have you work a minimum of 17 1/2 hours a week, but with this comes medical, dental and vision. FedEx also has a really great tuition rebate if he wishes to continue his education. His sister needs to have a wake-up call and help the family. I feel so bad for your friend having to work so hard, go to school and deal with his family. I know these words don't make it any easier, but please try not worry about the future. It gets better. Honestly, it does get better. You are smart, talented and have lots of great opportunities to go and do anything you want. When you go to college, a good number of the friends you knew growing up through high school, with slowly be a thing of the past. Of course, there will be certain friends that you keep up with, but others seem to disappear. The new friends you make after high school will last a lifetime. With the social networking today, you can certainly keep up with all those people you wish to. Please do not fear losing them. Regarding boyfriends, if this relationship does not last, there will be many, many more guys who are interested in you, and who seem to be guys that you are also interested in. As far as the paranoid problem, hopefully this will disappear. Quite possibly the paranoia goes hand-in-hand with the fears, but I really don't know much about the topic. I can only ask you to focus on the good things in your life, focus on your creative abilities and take a positive outlook on the future. You have so many positive attributes, that I believe you will find many doors opening that interest you. Remember, we are always here for you.

I like the picture of you with short hair. That is one picture I would save as an example. I am going to search for other pictures and see if there is anything I can find that interests you.

A friend of mine has two rabbits and fortunately they potty trained really fast and never, ever had an accident. She wanted me to "rabbit-sit" for her, and I was a little afraid that if I did, I would then have rabbits added to the household. Hamsters are more than enough when you live a lifestyle on the road. By the way... do you know how long rabbits live?

The experience they were looking for was previous teaching experience. We all are still looking for you. As for the tutoring job, you will definitely make the right decision. You are the only person who knows your limitations.

I was pretty sure you knew that bit of information, but I thought I would mention it anyway. It would be disastrous if you added information that aided his demise.

What happened to your car? The repairs can be really expensive. I hope this is not too much of a costly problem.

o.o Might help if I attach it... Phenomenal!!!!!! That is such a beautiful piece of artwork!! He must have loved the gift. Gifts that are handmade are the best gifts ever!!!!!

*round of applause* CONGRATULATIONS on getting your book ready for the next step, the outside editor, and then the publisher. This is such wonderful news!!! May I purchase an autographed copy as soon as it has been published? I'm surprised that I didn't appear as I was on this morning, but I didn't post.

I love rabbits! Please post a picture of these two. Plan on keeping his rabbit for a while. The great thing is that rabbits can be housebroken and will use their potty. They can be let out of their cage and run around the house for a little exercise.

Hope you don't go crazy. Fours jobs are going to be tough, but at least you are doing some teaching, tutoring, mad science, so that keeps you in the same mode of thinking. I found out that you needed experience for the science teacher position. I will keep looking.