Day One: Ten things you want to say to ten different people right now.
Day Two: Nine things about yourself.
Day Three: Eight ways to win your heart.
Day Four: Seven things that cross your mind a lot.
Day Five: Six things you wish you’d never done.
Day Six: Five people who mean a lot (in no order whatsoever)
Day Seven: Four turn offs.
Day Eight: Three turn ons.
Day Nine: Two images that describe your life right now, and why.
Day Ten: One confession.

I am trying to make the most of every day with Bean without overwhelming her. This morning was an epic cuddle, sharing a pillow, her cooing softly. I don't know how much time we have with her. She's still moving and eating and affectionate and in no visible pain. But anyone who's ever lost a pet knows how quickly that can change, so every day is a good day here.



Our Christmas tree, as hastily snapped by cameraphone. I am trying to get into the Christmas spirit despite deadlines, bad anxiety, and general worry. But I have my husband, my friends, my kitties. A roof over my head. Warm lights embody that for me right now. Light in the dark.

My body is in hormonal hell right now. I have mostly fixed it with the liberal application of Vosges' Cocoa Parisienne, a warm bath (Merry Cherry Cheesecake bath bomb + whipped peppermint cocoa soap), and a trashy novel. I am going to read now until I pass out.