It has been an eventful few days.
I flew up to O'Hare to meet Awfulhorrid and to spend time in his home and to be subjected to cat mind control. *scritch* "good Bella, good Pyrite". I'm not fond of flying, do get motion sick at times, and am a little scared going away from my comfort zones (Nez and Foxwit). He found me as I was hunting for my bag and bounced as he walked to the car. It's really nice to be wanted like that, and to feel so special.
Over the past few days I have watched a flotilla of geese around the lake (and feeders), numerous red winged blackbirds, finches and grackles, squirrels, and even a chipmunk. I saw a swan fairly close and one day, 11 across the lake. I sat beneath the stars and looked up, and cuddled in the cool night air, smelled lilacs, ate arugula (arooooga la)and was content to be there. Dante deigned to sleep on my (his) pillow for about an hour and left - from what I understand, this is unusual. I went to a nature park and a cheese store, a water park, petted kittens and more. Had delicious food prepared by Awfulhorrid, sushi and Culver's (?) as well.
Saturday, we went to Outback. It was Merseine and her husband, Rileybear, Bookwyrm, Awfulhorrid and myself.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/64413776@N00/2547036362/http://www.flickr.com/photos/64413776@N00/2547036176/ We cuddled kittens before and after and talked and kitten wrangled. We went to an adult store and made a few purchases. An advantage of long hair is that it is easier to hide blushes. I was amazed that they had items that would fit me, though was unable to try them on (my back had a kitsune and I didn't want to bleed on it). I wasn't kidding though, that I am shy and quiet. It was easier with the group that was there. Much nicer stores than here in Louisville. Poor 18 year old... I enjoyed myself talking and just being around each other. I did sit where I did in Merseine's house for a reason... Awfulhorrid also needed his other new sweetie (and she him) as well. Please keep an eye on him as well - there had been a few health related issues, and I know you'll help me with this too.
I was also asked to move to Wisconsin . I cannot say how much that meant to me, since they barely know who I am and what I am like. It makes me a little teary eyed.
I flew back home today. At least, to one of my homes. I am a little sad - I want to be there...and I want to be here. The airline made my heart lock go away, the one I was wearing as a necklace. I will have to replace that. Part of me is still in Wisconsin, while the rest of me is here. I will be back someday. Until then, I have memories to keep me warm, safe, and cherished.
Thank you, Awfulhorrid.
I love you.