Behold the awesome!
On April 5th, in London, as part of my tour, we are offering a day at the movies, where I will be discussing the many movie influences that have shaped my life and, more specifically, that have shaped the Demon Road trilogy.
We are breaking the day into two halves.
At 1 PM, younger readers, accompanied by an adult, can go to the Picturehouse Cinema in London and experience 80's comedy-horror classic GREMLINS on the big screen...! It'll be my first time seeing it up there too — I've only ever seen this film on TV, so I am HUGELY excited.
Desolation will be available to buy, I'll be doing a Q&A, and signing whatever you have. It's going to be FUN.
And then we'll be repeating the format at 8:30 that night, when we'll be showing the original A Nightmare on Elm Street to a STRICTLY over-18 crowd...!
Again, I was too young to see this in the movies when it came out, and as one of my all time favourite horrors, I can't wait to see this in all its glory.
Come! See Johnny Depp get blender-ised in his Bed of Death!
Naturally, anyone 18 or over can come to both movies and make a day of it — as I will be — but sadly the younger Minions can not savour the delights of Freddy Krueger — at least not until you're older...
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«Oldest ‹Older 3601 – 3800 of 3878 Newer› Newest»Damn itttttt I collect illnesses like pokemon I swear :( I just havent caught them all haha ;)
(I mean, like physical disorders, mew mental disorders are being discovered and that's great, we can help people who have them and we can advance
But some of them? I'm shy.. So do I have a disorder?)
I dont think I have any physical disorders but quite a few mental ones... im super shy :( I dont think thats a disorder its just a thing... :(
Agreed with everything said.
Really depends how you define "mental illness." I define it as "mental problem that is enough of a problem that you need help to function in the world." Like of you're shy but you can deal with it, it's not a mental illness. If you're shy to the extent that you struggle to function in the world and need help, it's a mental illness (but I would say that's beyond merely being shy).
I'm shy . . .
And it's the last week of term but I have homework in for tomorrow . . . bleh.
(And there's also culture bias
Depression in Nigeria is defined as burning sensations in the body)
Haha I guess by both definitions for me its a mental illness star ;)
Ummmmm I maybe posted something on my blogggg maybe it wasnt what I was intending but something I felt like doing and I think I prefer it much more :)
(*has joined a new fandom*?
*feels happy for starting off that political discussion *
Butter glutton??? haha ;)
(Butter what?)
Helloooo, how is everyone? :)
With regards to the whole shyness thing, I am medically diagnosed with anxiety, yet I was also just a shy person in the past. Basically being shy isn't a mental illness, but having anxiety is. If you're so shy that you cannot function in society, then it is no longer shyness but has become anxiety. Not that you can't be shy and ALSO have anxiety - you can. But shyness does not equate anxiety (i.e. a mental illness).
Don't know if I explained that well, but I hope you get what I mean haha
(Hi Flora! I didn't know that :O
My sister had some concilling in school cause my parents believe she has a social phobia
I thought I did.. I went to a mental health museum in London and had the symptoms.. But my mum called me a ninny and that I don't )
(ANYONE WHO DOESNT KNOW ABOUT BUTTER GLUTTONS LOOK AT DANISNOTONFIRES VIDEO 'OUR AWKWARD FANCY MEAL')
(*pops up*)
(+pounces on jai*)
(*squeaks and cuddles the doggy!*)
Tresha: *goes to the kitchens for tea*
Michael: You either take me back tomorrow or you're stuck with me.
(Doggy? Wolf!)
Alys: *followz*
Al: *draws her dagger* I won't be stuck with you for long
(XD fine, wolf!)
Tresha: *sits at the table*
*feels awkward*
Michael: *grits his teeth*
You really want blood on your hands? Just take me back tomorrow god dammit!
(Yay!)
Alys: *sits quietly*
Flauros: so..
Al: will you give me your fortune?
(Don't hug wolves kids!)
Tresha: Did we come up with a solution of how to mark the furries?
Michael: No! I can't give you it! The furries need it! I'll give you a bit..
(But wolf likes cuddles !)
Flauros: we could only think of branding..
Al; give me all' I don't give a shot about some furries
(Wolves will eat you!)
Tresha: that doesn't seem ideal..
Michael: *grits his teeth*
No. You can't have it all. Show some compassion!
(No they won't!)
Flauros: we are working on it
Al: there's no place in the world for compassion!
(They MIGHT)
Tresha: good. I think it's a good idea to use the house as a sanctuary.
Michael: of course there is!
*os watching the knife warily*
OldishMan: Excuse me? Did you say you'd a slave?
http://www.lovethyenemy.org/blog/i-am-enough
My thing..
For my classmate's campaign.. Yeah
It's... Scary
Because my mom may see it
All of my classmates may see it
And I'm scared
(It's beautifully written Noelle.
I know this probably means nothing but I'm proud of you for posting it, and I'm proud of how you're improving.)
Thank you..
It's just scary
(I can imagine it would be.. I think that if I was in your position I'd be too scared to talk about it to people.
But it's good that people who have been through it and continue to battle it talk about it, because it lets people know that they aren't alone..)
Yeah.. That's why I did it. It's just scary, because all of my old classmates, who are super judgey, will know now. So.. Idk
Noelle... you are so strong... im so impressed you did that... you must be so strong :) dont give up
(I know their views matter to you but.. What they think.. If they think any less of you for it then they're wrong to do so.. If anything they should think more of you, because you made it though your school with that weight on your back and you still got good results and achieved a lot. You're strong enough to get through and.. It's brilliant that you have, and you're amazing to have taken on school and then your home problems too and still come out kicking.)
Waiiittt thats so cool you can look at people who look at your blog and see where they come from and what browser they use????? Kinda creepy but cool haha
Thank you.
I'm going to go hug my Niccy bear and my cuddle clone of my kitty
(Okay :) Enjoy the cuddling and hugging.
I'm probably going to sleep now, I'm melting!)
Its 87 degrees here :)
(Apparently it 66 degrees Fahrenheit here.
How are you even alive?! That's like 28 degrees Celsius! I can barely survive 20 degrees!)
(Actually it's roundly 30 Celsius where you are.)
Im nearly always cold... ummmm my house is a little colder than it is outside but im kinda fine :) not too warm or too cold :)
(Tomorrow is meant to high highs of 29 D: Nuhhhhh)
Its supposed to get up to 90 here this week :)
Oh my god I would die.
I just prefer the cold. I'm like silicon in that way.
Ive lived in both Minnesota and California and both are super hot this time of year haha ;)
disney was hot..
Ive never been to disney :( I love disney though... im gonna try and go there on vacation maybe at some point :)
*hugs Adwa* I'm thinking.
It was about twenty-five degrees today. I couldn't deal. I would have to just give up if I were you. I would lose California and be banished by the gatekeeper.
I've never been to Disneyland, but I'm told it's great.
Haha really California isnt tooooo bad ;) there are worse places of course :)
ohkay twip... Would you wanna chat, or is it too late?
I don't like disney.. I prefer universal
Nah, I'm on holiday now, so I have all the time.
I suppose there probably are. Not a reason to move there though :P
I can honestly say I have no preference.
theme parks give me anxiety because there are like six games per park and about 5x more food places than games so all there is to do is to eat and all of the food is like fried chicken and hot dogs and cheese and white bread and fries and burgers and pork and anything fried and oily or sugary and caloric and all of the drinks are like 300 calories and soda and there was not a single healthy food there and like we all know that I tried to restrict at magic kingdom but I ended up collapsing so i was left with no choice but to eat food but the food was very fattening and I felt disgusting in my own body but luckily i dropped about 4 lbs since i got home yesterday so it was only a minor setback but yeah
theme parks make me anxious
Really...? May i get on and call you, then?
I can take you to disney and universal
I personally find people in costumes like the ones at disney super scary :( but noelle really dont worry so much about your weight... everyone is a different size and youre perfect just the way you are :)
In about twenty minutes or so, yeah let's go for it.
yayyyyyyy teip *curls on the floor by his feet*
Wait
I'm sorry my computer just began the automatic update-y thing.. It usually takes about 2 hours
*cries*
I kinda know what you mean. I used to get super freaked out by mannequins.
Hm.
Somewhat inconvenient. I guess I'll just have to wait.
im sorry..
Don't be, really. I couldn't have called you until right now, anyway.
*hugs*
*snuggles gentle*
Ummmm ok its kinda my dream to be an author... and ive posted something on my blog it isnt too long or too interesting but id be really really super grateful if some of you could read it and maybe give me a little feedback I mean theres no pressure or anything if youre interested do if youre not interested dont and even if its criticism id like to hear it its just... this is the first time ive ever publicly posted something ive written and id like to know if I ever DID actually make a novel what would people say????? Again no pressure but id be really grateful if you could spare a few minutes :)
(My dog looks sad ;-;)
Awwww Inky give him a treat :)
Also thanks so much for your comment <3
(That was beautifully written, Noelle)
Its toooooo warm in the diner today... we have a big refrigerator/freezer and its actually making the kitchen UNBEARABLY hot because it has to work overtime to stay cool :( alllll the food gets to stay cool but not us haha ;)
Hi!
Sorry for disappearing again :(
Visiting family, Internet is excruciatingly slow.
Went to dentists' today :O
Meeting so many relatives, and oddly enough, thinking how cool their names are and how I should totally name my kids after them. But I don't want kids
¯\_(ツ)_/¯
Kas! :)
Hey, Taia!
How have you been?
Good, thanks. :)
I've got lots of visiting relatives ahead this week, too, which is always a bit scary though. :P
How are you doing?
(got guests for dinner, so very distant.)
hi
Hi!
@Taia sorry for disappearing again :/ I am busy, so very busy with everyone.
Helloo to anyone that's here :)
@LaurenXIV: You're writing is fab! You should definitely write a novel - I think it would be really interesting, judging by your prologue.
If you ever need someone to read over your stuff and give you feedback, then I'm always up for it. I've got training in editing and I'm doing a MA in Creative Writing this year so I might be of use to you at some point. Just hit me a message if you ever want to! :)
lol
Awwww Flora thank you so much!!! <3 and thank you for the offer of help I really appreciate it!!! :) I dont have the confidence to write a novel at the moment but im hoping one say I can... its my dream :) really thank you for your kind words :)
(Going out tonight
Hope the weather turns nicer )
(*watches cinderella*)
(They MIGHT)
Tresha: good. I think it's a good idea to use the house as a sanctuary.
Michael: of course there is room in the world for compassion!
*is watching the knife warily*
OldishMan: Excuse me? Did you say you'd a slave?
(Ignore the they might, didn't realise I'd copied that.)
(Okay xD )
Flauros: it is
Al: yes, *smiles* you interested?
(*cuddles*)
Tresha: okay.. If we were to brand them what would the brand look like?
OldishMan: I could use a little extra help, aye.
Michael: *growls at him, ears flicked back*
I'm not for sale.
(*cuddles*)
Flauros; an M?
Al; *stwps on Michaels foot* you sure old man? He's a bit loud ..
Tresha: that's a bit plain.. If you're going to have something branded on you you'd want it to at least look somewhat nice?
Michael: *yelps and shoves her off*
OldishMan: *raises an eyebrow*
He sure is a feisty one. What's that there on his neck now?
Flauros: have an idea?
Al: I have no idea.. What will you pay for him?
Tresha: We could do a tribal version of whatever animal the furry is? So for Alys is would be a fox, for Archer it would be a tiger, for me it would be a cat..
*is curious as to what his reaction will be to her suggesting she be branded too*
Michael: nothing. I'm not an object.
OldishMan: What would you be charging?
Flauros: you? *tilts head*
Al: he hasn't a set price yet
Tresha: Just in case.
*shrugs*
If Alys was injected with something that turned her permanently into a furry who's to say the same couldn't happen to me and Alice?
OldishMan: Hmmm
*sucks on his teeth slightly*
What currency you using?
Flauros: I won't let it happen to you!
Al: *inspects Michael and hesitates *
Gold coins, too much for you *drags Michael away*
Tresha: I'm sure you wouldn't but.. It's best to be safe than sorry isn't it? It'll only be a small branding on the neck or chest..
OldishMan: *frowns at she leaves*
Michael: hey!
*stumbles and gets him feet under him, walking with her instead of being dragged*
Flauros: it'll hurt you..
Al: *pulls him into an alley and inspects him*
Tresha: *leans over, kissing him gently*
But it could protect me.
Michael: what the hell?!
*huffs, running a hand through his hair*
Be careful.
Flauros: then if you're going to, so am I *kisses*
Al: *kicks his shin* try and walk nkw
Tresha: But you aren't a furry? You don't need to worry?
Michael: OW!
*hops around clutching his shin*
What the HELL?!
*glares at her, wincing and limping back towards her from where he'd hopped away painfully*
*as much as he doesn't appreciate her hurting him he needs her to get home*
Flauros: I want to, to go through it with you
Al: *voice is a low rumble* this is a new low for you
Tresha: Are you sure?
Michael: What?! What did I do?! You've known me for, what, an hour, and already I've reached a new low?!
Flauros: yes *holds her hand*
Al; cut the crap Matthew !
Tresha: *smiles, squeezing his hand gently and kissing him*
Michael: who the hell is Matthew??
Flauros: *kisses*
Al: don't play dumb *slaps him*
Tresha: *smiles, kissing the tip of his nose*
Guess we better design a good branding then.
Michael: *falls to the floor as his shin gives way beneath him*
HEY! What the hell okay?! You kidnap me, try to SELL me and then you beat me up in an alley way?!
Flauros: *smiles* okay dear
Al: what are you doing in the future posing as a count?!
Tresha: Okay.. What would you want?
Michael: I'm FROM the future!!! I was born in 2000 and the house and possessions were left to me BY a count!
Flauros: just a leopard
Al: stop lying!
Tresha: Okay.. Hmm..
*thinks carefully*
Wait.. If they're all different then people might not acknowledge them?
Michael: I'm not doing!!!
*looks extremely confused*
Flauros: yes.. *frowns*
Al: you regret it dint you? That's what it is
Tresha: We might have to make one that will suit all the furries as best we can then..
Michael: Regret WHAT?!
*legitimately has no idea what is wrong with the crazy lady who kidnapped him*
Flauros; paw print?
Al: leaving me! You're crawling back you little.. *shakes with fury*
Tresha: that could work!
Michael: Okaaaaaaaaaay.
*starts backing away*
Clearly you have some repressed issues so I'm just going to go and find another time traveler..
Flauros: *looks proud at his idea*
Al: *growls* don't you move!
Tresha: *smiles and kisses him gently*
Genius. Do you know anyone who can draw?
Michael: *freezes*
Eheh.. Heh.. Um..
Alys: I c can
Al: why did you leave me matthew
Tresha: *smiles at Alys*
You can? Do you want to design the branding then?
Michael: I'm not Matthew? I don't know who this Matthew is but I'm not him!
I met the sweetest guy earlier :) I went to the bakery before work and got myself some cookies like a bag of 4 but I only managed to eat 2 and I was wondering what to do with the other 2 and as I was walking to work i saw a homeless guy so i walked to him and asked him if hed like some cookies and he looked so happy and surprised that id actually offered him some food ive seen him once or twice before and he always asks people for money and they always ignore him like he doesnt exist :( he said id made his day :) i gave a homeless guy some cookies haha they ARE the happiest food in the world :)
I dont give homeless people money because im afraid theyll spend it on drugs or alcohol... it doesnt apply to everyone of course but there will be some who do take them and maybe are addicted to them and i dont want to support any addictions by giving people money its just me being cautious im not stereotyping anyone... theres a homeless man who i see near work and i always buy him a sandwich and a bag of chips and some bottled water on a friday when i get paid... I think more people should do it :) it costs me only a few bucks but its making someones life better and I mean that sandwich might be the only meal he gets on a Friday i dont know :( its worth it :) its so sad when you see homeless people being ignored :(
Alys: o okay
Al; you look like him!
(It's so nice to see a homeless persons face light up when you give them food :)
Tresha: *smiles, squeezing Flauros' hand*
Who's going to brand the Furries?
Michael: I'm really not him though!
It is yes :) its like... I dont know... youre making a difference somehow... and when youre 1 person among billions... its hard to do that sometimes :)
(It is difficult to make much of an impact.)
Yes :)
Usually... when it comes to people... I want to make as little impact on their lives as possible... I want to be invisible... when I like someone though I want to have a positive effect... the same goes for when I feel sorry for someone :)
(*sits and cries in frustration*)
You okay, Chloe?
Tresha: *smiles at Alys*
You can? Do you want to design the branding then?
Michael: I'm not Matthew? I don't know who this Matthew is but I'm not him! But if you kicked him in the shin and slapped him then he probably had good reason to leave!
(I'll be fine)
Alys: o okay
Al: *grabs him by his shirt*
Tresha: Cool.
*smiles*
That's that sorted then. After that we just need someone who's good with metal design and then someone who isn't squeamish.
Michael: *shuts up very quickly*
*swallows*
Flauros: I'll go first
Al; you really aren't him? How come you look almost exactly like him!
Tresha: I meant someone who isn't squeamish to actually do the branding.
Michael: I don't know I swear!
*frowns very slightly, staring into familiar eyes*
Flauros: okay, I can do that
Al: did he have a twin brother j never knew about *studies him*
Tresha: okay.
*kisses him gently*
And I'll be going first.
Michael: I don't know anyone called Matthew. I definitely don't have a twin brother called Matthew!
*cant quite place why those eyes are so familiar*
Flauros: okay *kisses* sure you want this?
Al: stop lying! *shouts*
Tresha: I'm sure, I want to know I'll be safe.
Michael: I'm not lying!
*blinks, staring*
Wait.. Alys?
Flauros: it'll hurt
Al: who is Alys?
Tresha: It'd hurt a lot more to be turned into a slave.
Michael: Are you.. Did you dress up and drag me back in time? You know Charlotte needs you Alys..
*despite his apparent anger his voice is softer, gentler than before*
Flauros: I'll never let that happen
Al: who's Charlotte? I'm not Alys!
Tresha: *smiles, kissing him gently*
A little pain is worth the protection.
Michael: *is 100% convinced it's Alys and is kinda lost in his relief that she's back*
Your human again..
*smiles, reaching out to touch her cheek, eyes filling very slightly with tears*
Flauros: *kisses* I love you
Al: don't touch me! I've always been human! *slaps him*
Tresha: I love you too
Michael: *stumbles back, eyes filling with hurt and disbelief*
*holds his cheek, staring at her, shocked*
Flauros: you'll be scarred..
Al: I'm not this Alys!
Tresha: I'll be fine
*kisses the tip of his nose*
It'll only be a little bit of pain and then it's just like a tattoo.
Michael: *nods, looking away, bowing his head slightly*
*he doesn't believe her, but if she wants to be someone else.. Flauros said he'd hurt Alys but he didn't think he'd hurt her that much*
Flauros: if you're sure..
Al: I should've sold you Matthew *growls$
Tresha: I am.
*smiles at him*
Michael: I'm not Matthew!
*looks at her*
I don't know who the Matthew is but I'm not him Alys.
Flauros: come on, we need to find stuff *smiles$
Al: I'm not Alys!
Tresha: Okay. Will you be okay drawing it on your own Alys?
*smiles at her gently*
Michael: Fine. You aren't Alys. And I'm not Matthew, nor am I his twin.
*his voice is still softer than usually*
Alys; I w will be *gets out her leafs and transforms them into a piece of paper and pencil*
Al: yeah right, well you can give me all your money when I take you bacj
Tresha: Okay.
*squeezes her shoulder gently*
*takes Flauros' hand, waiting for him to lead the way*
Michael: No. You can have some of it but not all of it.
Flauros: *lwads her away€
Al: no, all of it!
Tresha: *walks with him, leaning against him gently, smiling*
I love you.
Michael: No. I'm not letting you stop us from saving the lives of countless furries.
Flauros: *smiles* I love you too, dearly
Al: I don't care about no furries
Tresha: *smiles up at him, kissing his cheek gently*
My hero.
Michael: Well I do, so tough luck.
Flauros: hero, eh? *holds her close*
Al: I have a dagger
Tresha: *laughs, cuddling against him*
Yep, hero.
Michael: Good for you, I'm so intimidated by your tiny little dagger.
Flauros: you're my goddess *smiles down at her*
Al: *draws a small gun* so I guess you wouldn't be intimidated by this *casually handles it*
Tresha: *blushes*
Goddess?
Michael: *pauses slightly*
That would be rather more intimidating..
Flauros: yes *smiles*
Al: *points it at him*
Tresha: I'm no goddess..
Michael: *looks at the gun*
*doesnt sound too certain of himself*
I'm still not giving you all the money..
Flauros: you are to me
Al: sure bout that?
Tresha: *kisses him gently*
My angel.
Michael: Yes. I'm not giving you the money..
*looks at her instead of the gun*
They need the money more than you do.
Flauros: *kisses* I'm not an angel anymore
Al: you don't know that
For all you know I could have three young kids to feed, I could be struggling to keep us off the street
Tresha: No but you're my angel.
Michael: I'm going to give you some money.. But I can't give you all of it.
Flauros: *smiles and hugs her*
Al: why not?
Tresha: *hugs him back tightly, leaning against him*
Michael: because you aren't the only one who needs that money!
*sighs*
Other people need help too.
Flauros: *kisses her head*
Al: I don't care about other people
Tresha: *smiles up at him, squeezing him gently*
Michael: well I DO.
*sighs*
I'm not going to change my mind.
Flauros: *smiles* lets get the metal
Al: *puts finger on the trigger*
Tresha: Let's.
*smiles, looping her arm through his*
Michael: *tenses up slightly, swallowing*
Still not changing my mind.
Flauros: *leads her to the basement*
Al: you can't stop me if you can't walk *aims at his leg*
Tresha: *follows him happily, humming very quietly*
Michael: *steps back slightly, clenching his hands gently*
Don't.
Flauros: *flicks on the light*
Al: why not?
Tresha: *leans against him, looking around*
Michael: Because.. Because you can't have my money if you kill me..
Flauros: hmmmmm I'm sure we have some metal somewhere..
A: I won't kill you, I'll take away your ability to walk
Tresha: Probably. And it doesn't need to be that big, maybe the size of a first?
Michael: you could accidentally shoot through a vein..
*thinks*
And if you shoot me I won't tell you where the money is.
Flauros: *nods* okah
Al: oh you're playing that game
Tresha: I'll look left, you look right, okay?
Michael: Yeaj, I'm playing that game
Flauros: *nods* okay, let's see who can find it first
Al: if I kill you I can have the house to myself
Tresha: *grins*
A race? What's the prize?
Michael: not true, my friends are involved with the job of saving the furries.
Flauros: *smiles* whatever you want
Al: I'll shoot them too
Tresha: *chews her lip, blushing*
Go!
Michael: *growls, stepping towards her*
You leave my friends alone.
Flauros: *rushes to find metal*
Al: or what?
Tresha: *starrs searching as well, digging through the random stuff to find it*
Michael: or I.. I'll..
*grunts*
You stand no chance against my friends.
Flauros: *searches, rattling boxes *
Al: won't I *grins*
Tresha: *glances over at him, smiling*
*continues searching*
Michael: one of them is an ex leader of the angel armies of heaven.
Flauros; *is having no luck*
Al: can he stop a bullet?
Tresha: *spots something*
*frowns at all the stuff in the way and dives head first through the teeny hole, squirming and wriggling*
Almost.. There..
*reaches out and just manages to grab it, cheering*
I win!
*is also stuck*
Michael: he can probablt dodge one.
Flauros: *aniles* congrats
Al: that I would love to see
Tresha: *squirms and struggles, trying to get out of the hole*
*blushes bright red*
Um..
Michael: leave them alone. Have some money or no money, your choice.
Flauros: are you stuck?
Al: I'll get it all
Tresha: *blushes more*
A little bit..
*is basically trapped from the waist up*
Michael: no you won't.
Flauros: need me to lift you out?
Al; stop me
Tresha: yes please..
Michael: *steps forward and lunches, aiming to tackle her*
Flauros; *puts his hands around her awkwardly and pulls*
Al: *didges effortlessly*
Tresha/ *squeaks slightly, trying to help by squirming a bit*
Michael: *growls, springing st her quickly*
Flauros: *pulls*
Al: *dodges*
Hi
(Hey)
Tresha: *blushes and slides out a bit, her shoulders getting slightly stuck*
Michael: *growls at her*
(Kassy!)
Flauros : you okay?
Al: the fox is feisty
Tresha: *squirms the rest of the way out, bright red, clutching the metal she got*
*stumbles, leaning against him slightly*
Michael: *glares at her, at the gun*
You know what, I'll just find some other time traveller. Screw you.
*turns and starts walking away*
Flauros; are you hurt?
Al: good luck, I'm the only one
Tresha: *is really embarrassed, mortified even*
*nods*
Michael: I HIGHLY doubt that.
*keeps walking*
Flauros: *holds her close, inspecting for any cuts and bruises*
Al: fine *waves* toodles
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