Camy

Surely, and my pleasure. What goes on on the tour bus post gig is unfortunately 'classified' under bestest pinky oath, but anything else is fair game Camy

Ditto! Camy

I'm sorry you're having such a rough time. The flip side of 'Christmas wonderment' is that it rips us to shreds and spits us out just in time to realise 'there goes another year of my life, rats'. See? You're not the only sufferer. You'll probably look back on it all and laugh... As for *laughing hysterically* - join the queue! Take care, and have a good one. Camy

I like it CJ, though it does seem obvious where it's headed - Cody becomes the lead singer? Having worked both on the road, and in static theatre: a venue would normally provide staff (who would be happy to help sound check). Roadies get a weekly salary plus PD's (per diems - daily spending money), at least I did. You work till you finish and no overtime. It's the fun that drives you ... and other things. So, when do we get to read the finished story?

You're an awful tease! And why is it that Baker's can't count? And is it a wet whet stone, or a whet wet stone you use to sharpen knives? Camy

Have a great Christmas Nick! I'm so glad Taylor's doing well! Camy

And me! Is there a list of those taking part anywhere? To whet the appetite... Come to think of it it doesn't matter who's written; it's going to be a stellar read whatever. Great for those long winter nights with the wind howling, and the snow falling... Camy

I've just written one for the Winter Anthology. Camy

This Christmas malarkey is getting on my tits. Perpetual adverts cozening us to buy 'must have' crap we can't really afford, offset by the occasional program telling us that personal debt in the UK is out of control, and that 'The Samaritans' are overwhelmed. Now don't get me wrong, I like having a good time with the best of them. I'm all up for going wild and crazy, and apart from being possibly (but not probably) wiser, 'cause I'm longer in the teeth than some, I'm still a big kid. But please ... give me a break from the jingley bellied old farts that get employed to hassle you outside supermarkets. Just one commercial break without adverts persuading me I need to borrow more, just one more fir tree with roots would be sweet and peachy. Ah well, New years comes soon, and then the 2007 January sales! Whoop Dee Doo! I think I'm beginning to turn into Side-Show Bob. James Savik was right all those months ago (doffs hat and bows). Perhaps I should be a lamb (to the slaughter) or join the Goats... Dunno. So, blog, blog, blog. Right. I have neighbours who have spent the last three years doing up their house. They both work hard, and have spent every penny DIYing. She, so it turns out, was unhappy that he was spending so much time on the house and not giving her any (nudge nudge, wink wink, say no more) that she had an affair during the summer. He (ya gotta laugh) caught her at it in a field. Now they are getting divorced. The moral of the story? DIY sucks (but not anymore). Aha aha. That's prolly enough neighbourhood gossip. What else ... Well, Seraph (me writer, Seraph story) is going well, and 'Spuke' my Anthology entry is in. Ummm, and I wrote a poem for the Christmas festival at www.codeysworld.com. Oh and my NaNoWriMo Novel is undergoing surgery, though the doctor (me doctor, you patient) says it's going to be fine. erm ... well that's about it for now. Drivel is fun. More fun than dribbling, which is undoubtedly the next stop. For those of you who have read this far, there are beds available in the local hospital; provided you have insurance. Or if you'd like I'll operate for a reduced fee. Bargain! If I don't blog again before Christmas, then have a good one, and may your God be with you. All the best! Camy PS A belated HAPPY BIRTHDAY! to two of my favourite people: Kitty - Friend and Editor extrordinaire, and Rob - Friend and newly wed! May the year ahead be good to you both. Also A Happy Birthday to Jan. Three in a day deserves a little dance ... there, I hope you liked it.

I really hope Taylor gets better soon, my thoughts are with you. It's easy to pick up our parents traits. Don't. Be your own man. Remember what Mahatma Ghandi said:

Happy (belated) Birthday Rob! I'm guessing you probably had the best one ever, now Robyn's by your side! Have a wonderful year, take care, and have fun! Camy

I hope you had the best birthday in the world, Kitty! Camy

Wasn't it written by a fifteen year old? - his first novel I think.

WOW! Three together, that's astounding! Congratulations to you all, and may your Birthdays be wonderful! Camy

I can't wait to read it! If the kids get too much, send them down a salt mine for a couple of days, or hand them to Rich and go and get pampered. It's so much easier running other peoples lives. Camy

Writing a chapter story is hard enough, but when you have the popularity you do, it must be a nightmare. I'm glad you're still sane! Chill, relax, and come back when you're ready. Respect, Camy

Good thread Vance! I don't know how I found GA, the mists of time cloud the issue, then it doesn't really matter because I did, and joined just under a year ago. Like Vance I'm shy, which is reflected in my post count. Sometimes I wish I were a goat, (but then that's another topic entirely). I started to blog which was cathartic as a cattle prod, and much needed. In fact because of it I finally got off my arse and told the man I love that I loved him - so kudos to GA for that. And I started to write, and got a wonderful friend and editor because of it! I love this place, but like all places they change over time. People come, and people go, and I'm particularly sad at the moment because so many good friends seem to be moving on. Is this a negative? Yes and no. I'm still going to hang here, and hopefully make new friends too. Bestest of all I'm 51 years younger, thanks to Myr (you had to be there). Thanks GA, and thanks to Myr for GA. Camy

land of the fey - it's you to a T

Bah! Humbug... Just Kidding! I love what you've done with this page. So ... where's the Egg Nog? I cannot, CANNOT believe you're going Christmas shopping already, and I certainly don't believe that Anthony's already done his. You don't know what you're missing: That gut wrenching last minute panic at 4pm on Christmas Eve. Hmm, seems to happen every year. Have you finished 'Blizzard' yet? Camy

In reverse order. Why don't you just ask your flatmates to leave? That way you don't have to 'drop the dime' and consequently will have better much better karma. Makes sense to me, especially if you're the leaseholder. Bad news about your mother. Keep positive. She is still your mother, and one day might accept you for who you are ... the same with your Grandmother. Mine hated me, not because I was gay, but because I called her old. Ah, the follies of youth. Take care Camy

Yep, Serenity is a great movie, though it's a pity they cancelled Firefly after just one season. Joss Weedon Rocks!

Families eh? Can't live with them, can't live with them.

*performs Highland Reel* Congratulations to you both! May you have a long and wonderful life ahead of you

I dunno, you guys and your football... CHELSEA!

I love that movie!