Second Annual California BBQ-July

[slick]

Hey everyone: I've been back home for about an hour and can't seem to muster up the energy to unpack. Unpacking is so final and is really a sign that my trip is over.

I've always taken pride in the fact that I don't cry in public, but today is an exception. I cried when the plane took off, I cried when the plane landed (thank God there was no one sitting beside me), and I'm crying as I write this. After 4 full days of intense fun and frolic, I feel like I have a big void to fill. My heart aches because I've left some good friends behind.

To Tracey, Laurie, Tonya, Kelly, Karen and Sara: I enjoyed meeting you all and as Gini has so kindly mentioned, Kelly made me wet my pants! Tracey, you are a gem and I'll treasure that Pet Talk hat and make sure the kitties know the gifts are from you. Laurie, I never thought I would meet someone with the same sick sense of humour. Hugs to you. Tonya, well, what can I say. If I could live life all over again, I would want you as a little sister. Kelly and Karen, it was so nice to share a laugh with you and I sure hope we can keep in touch outside of Pet Talk. Kelly, thanks again for the kitty presents and for you time to show us around Dizzyland. Sara: I had absolutely no idea you were the mystery guest until you showed up. Hugs to you and tell the E's that I know how lucky they are.

Richard: It was really really scary how our minds thought alike. Thanks goodness there are only two of us in the world. You make a great slushie and don't forget to open up the bar again tomorrow. I'm already parched!!!! Big bear hug to you.

Last but not least, Gini: You have a heart of gold and I will be forever grateful for the kindness that you showed me. Thank you for taking on this rowdy crowd and please tell Rusty and Ginger that I enjoyed scratching their butts.

To all of the people I spoke to over the phone: it was good to speak to you and put a voice to the name. Phred, I apologize if I sounded nervous, I was. It was like I was talking to Gawd himself.

I hope I did not leave out any Pet Talkers; if I did I'm sorry. I guess I'd better go bring my life into some sort of normality now.

Love to all of you.
Slick
xoxo