i don’t know what i’ve done but Bailey has spent the last two nights sleeping with me – the whole night! last night was a bit painful as she kept stabbing me in the throat with her claws (when i say ‘sleeping’ with me, that also includes time she sits on my chest and cleans herself). ;P

there is no way this movie deserves to be ranked number 3 on the imdb top 250 movie list. it had some really neat battle scenes and i enjoyed them. but the ending was soooo boring and there were a lot of transitions that weren’t all that exciting either. i’d probably rank it an 8 or something. alex bought the movie for me otherwise i might rank it lower…. ;P

one of my most elaborate breakfasts yet: hash browns, eggs with ham & cheese, pancakes, and bacon. maybe i’ll take a nap now…

i had a great time visiting my family. it is pretty amazing to see everyone progressing and growing; yet as we grow older we grow closer at the same time. now i’m back to the ordinary routine… being busy!

my christmas shopping is finished. the presents are wrapped and under the tree. i’m going to bed.

i haven’t figured out how i feel about being an Uncle. Melissa says I’m scared of Matthew – and I definitely do feel an element of fear: that I will corrupt or break or somehow harm this miracle. I suppose the event is also making me think of when I will be a daddy and I feel an enormous amount of pressure as I realize all the many things I haven’t accomplished and want to. at the same time i know that my head can produce a lot of “fluff” and i have no choice but to believe that i will be ready for whatever comes my way. this is a very humbling feeling.