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I just finished: The Lovely Bones by Alice Sebold Sebold, whose previous book, Lucky, told of her own rape and the subsequent trial of her attacker, here offers a powerful first novel, narrated by Susie Salmon, in heaven. Brutally raped and murdered by a deceptively mild-mannered neighbor, Susie begins with a compelling description of her death. During the next ten years, she watches over her family and friends as they struggle to cope with her murder. She observes their disintegrating lives with compassion and occasionally attempts, sometimes successfully, to communicate her love to them. Although the lives of all who knew her well are shaped by her tragic death, eventually her family and friends survive their pain and grief. I returned that to the library today, and picked up two more: The Smoke Jumper by Nicolas Evans In The Smoke Jumper, Nicholas Evans delivers a searing story of love and loyalty, of guilt and honor. Two best friends are in love with the same woman and a terrible mountain fire forces her to choose between them. Set against the epic backdrop of wilderness fire fighting, Evans explores raw but complex emotion, self discovery, and the choice between love and honor. Angela's Ashes by Frank McCourt Autobiography - McCourt faithfully renders an almost nightmarish youth on the dole in Depression-era Ireland, infusing the tale with exceptional humor and grace. His ability to rise above squalor, cruelty, and neglect and achieve the American dream is an inspiration for all--not just those with an alcoholic parent and more siblings than the family can handle. This is an amazing story of triumph over adversity. What do you call a beautiful, sunny day that comes after two cloudy, rainy ones? -- Monday.

So what are the guys buying for their ladies...and what do you ladies prefer on that special day? Quote Well, I prefer not to stay at home alone again so I e-mailed a handsome 27-year-young man and asked him if he would be my valentine. He agreed to go with me to a new Indian restaurant on Valentine's Day. I don't think I can count on my son being between girlfriends every year though. What do you call a beautiful, sunny day that comes after two cloudy, rainy ones? -- Monday.

I couldn't breathe while reading that story... it definitely would make a good movie. This is something you all will remember for the rest of your lives. I know you're a proud Skymama [Your Hotness]. What do you call a beautiful, sunny day that comes after two cloudy, rainy ones? -- Monday.

Who seez blondes have more fun? C'mere and let me give you a hug. I'll show ya what fun is! What do you call a beautiful, sunny day that comes after two cloudy, rainy ones? -- Monday.

Mom always told me that my face would get stuck like this, but I didn't believe her. What do you call a beautiful, sunny day that comes after two cloudy, rainy ones? -- Monday.

You were there? How come I didn't meet you? I did notice that the DZs kinda kept to their own tables, but I did do some slummin.' What do you call a beautiful, sunny day that comes after two cloudy, rainy ones? -- Monday.

Suddenly, Karma came lumbering up doing her best "Lassie" imitation and Icon134 was nowhere in site! What do you call a beautiful, sunny day that comes after two cloudy, rainy ones? -- Monday.

Whoa! I wondered why the world tilted there for a minute. What do you call a beautiful, sunny day that comes after two cloudy, rainy ones? -- Monday.

Hmmm... The probateable estate has already been settled. There are non-probateable funds available, but I wonder if I told the doctor's office about the estate being settled, they would get rid of the charge. What do you call a beautiful, sunny day that comes after two cloudy, rainy ones? -- Monday.

Oh... I assumed that the insurance company position is that they are since the explanation of benefits said the balance is "Patient Responsibility." What do you call a beautiful, sunny day that comes after two cloudy, rainy ones? -- Monday.

Talk to the secondary insurance carrier about their rules on timely filing... Quote What would I ask the insurance company? They have already considered the claim and denied it on the grounds of the late filing. What do you call a beautiful, sunny day that comes after two cloudy, rainy ones? -- Monday.

I’m the executor for my mother’s estate. Recently a doctor’s office submitted a medical claim for my mother to Medicaid. Medicaid paid their portion of the invoice. The doctor then submitted the balance to her secondary insurance carrier. The claim was denied because it was past the 180 day filing period allowed… They would have had to submit it five months ago for the secondary insurance carrier to consider it. Does anyone know if the estate is required to pay this invoice? It would have been paid in full if it were filed in a timely manner by the doctor’s office. What do you call a beautiful, sunny day that comes after two cloudy, rainy ones? -- Monday.

I don't have a problem praying for a friend who is sick, or starting a thread asking for your vibes when I'm asked.

She's been really sick for the last couple of days. She has been staying at her Mom's house so that her Mom can take care of her and her kids. Kathleen would appreciate your prayers (vibes) for her quick recovery. What do you call a beautiful, sunny day that comes after two cloudy, rainy ones? -- Monday.

And you were so quiet at Skyfest last year... we're a bad influence on you!!! *hehehehehe...our plan is complete!* Quote You can blame Skymama (Her Hotness) for the transformation. I was a sweet little thing until she banned me... What do you call a beautiful, sunny day that comes after two cloudy, rainy ones? -- Monday.

What about friends of the same sex showering together? Oh you little Devil you!! Can I watch!!! Depends... Do you have a camera? 'Cos, you see, it never happened before. What do you call a beautiful, sunny day that comes after two cloudy, rainy ones? -- Monday.

oHH You said "RUB" Stop that Mama Your getting me excited! There's no rubbing involved with a cat-'o-nine tails. What do you call a beautiful, sunny day that comes after two cloudy, rainy ones? -- Monday.

It's not that big of a deal to me. I will just be disappointed to lose a good cup. Good to hear it. I remember all too well the day that my former husband busted up a stool to the size of toothpicks in front of the kids out of anger. To top it off, he left the mess for me to clean up. Not a good scene at all. What do you call a beautiful, sunny day that comes after two cloudy, rainy ones? -- Monday.

Here's the rub... You have to do it willingly and without anger. No brownie points if you can't pull that one off. Smashing it to pieces with a hammer on the kitchen floor is not going to endear your sacrifice to her. You might as well keep it. What do you call a beautiful, sunny day that comes after two cloudy, rainy ones? -- Monday.

If it bothered my new husband, I would. Like you said, it's just a coffee cup. It's a small price to pay for peace in your household. The item is irrelevant. What is relevant is how your wife feels about it. What do you call a beautiful, sunny day that comes after two cloudy, rainy ones? -- Monday.

It doesn't matter if she is being a bit too sensitive or not. If momma ain't happy... then nobody's happy... and she will remember this forever. What do you call a beautiful, sunny day that comes after two cloudy, rainy ones? -- Monday.

Nah, he'll run away screamin' like a little girl before his heart becomes involved.

Sigh. So I'll wear glasses. Meh, there are worse things, you know? And besides...they're kinda cute. Donna Karan 1/2 frames... Quote Have you seen this Bonfire Poll? You're gonna drive the guys wild with desire, and you won't have the time to bother with them... Poll: Women who wear glasses Turn on - 78 / 69% Indifferent - 31 / 27% Turn off - 4 / 4% What do you call a beautiful, sunny day that comes after two cloudy, rainy ones? -- Monday.

I have been studying too much. Quote Cut it out! Nobody is going to look at your grades once you are out of school... What do you call a beautiful, sunny day that comes after two cloudy, rainy ones? -- Monday.

...Yeah, right... You can't handle sitting next to one on the bus. How ya' gonna handle 19 with mischief on their minds on an airplane? Come to think of it...I dunno. But it would be fun to try...er, I think! Could we make it a naked jump? That can probably be arranged. Too bad I won't be there to see you die of embarrassment. What do you call a beautiful, sunny day that comes after two cloudy, rainy ones? -- Monday.