ok, no more worrying about that damn envelope. nothing to be done about it now. the checks can be re-sent, i can manage my bills online. the irs will just have to believe me about the tax write off. deep breath. ok. there. i have a proper date on Saturday! we are meeting at the…

catastrophe, disaster, un grand faut…..a classic Kate. the envelope i mailed priority-next day-insured-signature-required-delivery-confirmation the day before i left Savannah has never been received by the accountant in Chicago. quelle surprise! jesus, it took me hours to compile those renovation receipts…ask Ryan. the internet tracking says it was in GA on the 14th, but on the…

Uncle Bert -man-about-town, dapper, dashing and a bit of a dandy. residing on a sailing yacht on the Mediterranean despite concerns of the aging effects of the sun on skin. eats like a teenage boy during a growth spurt. fabulous head of hair. really my blood uncle, not my "uncle".

Margaret -over-qualified, highly-educated ex-pat currently living in London with well-mannered and gentlemanly husband Ryan (not pictured). aspiring novelist, private investigator and Agatha Christie Look-Alike contest winner. younger sister, frequent victim of my competetive streak.

Thomas Noe -soft-spoken, geeky young "hottie" recently relocated to Hollywood, California USA to take up dream job in production company run by ex-NYC gay club kids. has quickly become office favorite. younger brother and computer/internet advisor and fellow lover of all things VW.

The Old Man -living somewhere in the wilds of middle Wisconsin, USA, tending to own garden and surgical needs of local population. likes to putter about in woodshop, risking loss of highly-important digits. known to drive three-quarter ton pick up trucks and other vehicles grossly oversized for his stature.

The Rydog -also known as Ryan. giver of authentic Burberry bags, english reading material, raspberries and the occassional std. dearest companion, world's best wedding and funeral date, bar none. living in middle Wisconsin god help him.

Miss Dawn -also known as "little sip of champagne", dear friend, motion graphics designer and excellent apartment caretaker. passing her retirement years in the warmth and charm of Historic Savannah, Georgia. enjoys golf, playing bridge, charity fundraisers and a snifter of brandy at bedtime. makes outstanding chicken gumbo.

Mike Dear -a trainer of Arabian show horses in a previous life, currently focusing teaching abilities on the needs of the Boston area night life devotees. voted "Best Smile" and "Most Likely to be Arrested Wearing Chaps" in highschool. long time friend and constant cheerleader. excellent dinner companion, adored by mothers everywhere.

ahh…sitting at a very little table, drinking a very little coffee in my new very little french jeans, getting a little sunshine with my little dog. all i need are boots on very little heels and i'm all set…i have been working very hard on being as little as possible in every way…all things here…