A while back someone posted a story that had SF and Transformations. It started off with a scientist accepting applications for a trial study using a type of gene therapy. One of those applicants was his old college roommate who was very brilliant, but was crippled by disease and genetic disorders. As a matter of fact all the study's subjects had severe problems and health issues.

Well, last night before I went to work, I was talking to a friend on IMVU, and she said I'm her hero and idol. Somehow, I find that somewhat frightening ....

Well, I think I figured out what happened yesterday. I've been dealing with some frustration over not being able to do much to make progress on my gender journey the last couple of days, and then had stuff involving my rape come up both at work and thanks to what I read. The combination was too much, and I (temporary) got overwhelmed. But I'm back on track now.

I'm off on my hols midweek, i won't be back in circulation until mid August.

There's fanfiction posted over on Maddybell.com which might just keep you occupied for a few minutes!

ttfn
Maddy

All of Stanman's stories seem to have been deleted at FM

So I finished a unfinished chapter and am on the way to do some work on 300 Rains. The Ranma was nice and light. It was a good break from a lot of heavy thinking and relaxing. Gotta get back to 300 Rains to finish that up so I can move on to Tegan with a clear plate. That would be nice but I don't really see that happening. So I posted this for fun and I hope you all enjoy.

A friend of mine said,

"Our ability to change our circumstances is often woefully limited. However, each of us has an unlimited capability to choose the attitude with which we respond to those circumstances. We can look for joy in the smallest pleasures of life, while accepting the trials to which we have been subjected."

Try this:

1. Go to the Home page of Big Closet Top Shelf.
2. Look at the set of links at the top.
3. Click the link entitled 4-YrsAgo. [I've even added the link here, so you can miss out steps 1 and 2.]
4. Scroll down, and there you'll see the first few installments of Bike.

Well, sometimes, I'm not smart. I just read the latest chapter of "Ride Home", and now I'm in tears dealing with the emotions it stirred up. I should know better by now.

I'm not sure why but they came back up a few hours ago. :)

Hugs,
Erin

Just wondering, as the world's most famous female soccer (football) player will Susan Hurst be a featured celebrity at the World Cup in Germany tomorrow. I am not sure if there is an equivalent to as in baseball in the U.S. some celebrity throws out the ceremonious first pitch. If so I nominate Susan Hurst. GO USA.

RAMI

Well, my next story is almost ready. Because it is a sequel to Randalynn’s story, "Surprise!" I've sent a copy to her first. If she signs off, the story will be published.

Found today online:

"Justice Department seeks to keep enforcing 'don't ask, don't tell' for now"

"The Obama administration wants to stick with the timetable set in last year's congressional action to repeal the controversial policy.The Obama administration asked a federal appeals court late Thursday to suspend its decision last week ordering an end to enforcement of the military's "don't ask, don't tell" policy, which bars gay people from serving openly in the armed forces."

I wanted to thank you all for giving me insight into how many friends Bob really did have. He seemed to live such a solitary life, but I now realize his life was much richer than any of us imagined. Please know that you will be with us in our thoughts as we go on with his memorial service and as we try to get his websites back up and running.

Your messages have brought me much comfort during this terribly difficult time.

Please feel free to keep in touch.