I've been over here this past month:
http://writetotiana.blogspot.com/ Not sure whether or not I'll return to LJ.
On a side note: my roommate's dog is a cuddler. It's really cute. I've gradually been letting her sleep closer and closer. At first she slept outside my door. She never comes in unless I ask her to. Then she started hanging out in my room and sleeping next to me on the floor. Last night I let her sleep at the foot of my bed, and I woke up and she was totally snuggling up against my arm/leg. I thought it was sweet. She will never get under these sheets though. I need a layer to combat the dander and fur. She's been my sole companion lately. I've missed having a dog. They're so loyal and fun.