Well since I still can't upload pictures, I'll have to do text-only again today. But first, I need to climb on my soapbox, because Mr. Bush is currently second only to the lizards in my house in being a thorn in my side:
"The president also implied that homosexuality was morally wrong when he replied to a question on gay marriage by saying: "I am mindful that we are all sinners.""Marriage cannot be severed from its cultural, religious and natural roots without weakening the good influence of society." --George Bush
I know the majority of you (75%, according to my poll!) are eagerly awaiting pictures of my arranged marriage. But - I've decided to save myself for a San Francisco wedding instead. Now that I'm allowed to get married like a real person in San Francisco, I think I may want to take advantage of it, quickly, before it goes away again. I have no interest in marriage, mind you. It's just that Mr. Bush's blabber on the subject is so annoying to me that he makes me want to fly in to San Francisco and pick a partner at random, just on principle.
What with Iraq, Haiti, and the re-election, you would think Mr. Bush would have some really important things to worry about. Instead, he feels compelled to focus his energy on rewriting the constitution to keep people like me from bringing about the downfall of civilization? Go figure!
Ok, I'll get off my soapbox now. Hopefully, the photo feature will be working by tomorrow so that I can talk pictures instead of politics! Here are some replies:
TalkBack
"Looking forward to reading the blog (now that you realize that you can't just stop writing whenever you want to--you have a public to serve)." --Dale
Oh dear, such a big responsibility, serving my public....
"Basia! we missed your Blog! I heard that you don't have to worry about the mosquitos that make a buzzing sound because they can't bite-you only have to worry when it is quiet : )" --Lesley
See, they are stupid - they can't even buzz and bite at the same time.
"The picture of the lizard looks exactly like my daughters "pet" Buddy. And to think I paid $50 for him!" --Cheryl
Cheryl, I will happily pay YOU $50.00 per head for taking my lizards off my hands. You can keep anything you catch! (Airfare and customs fees not included)
"And, I think you should name the lizards." --Sharon
Well - I'd rather evict them than name them...but...I'm open to any name suggestions! I think there are currently four of them. How about Gross, Disgusting, Pestilence, and Ick?
"When I was in Mumbai in December 2002, I was amazed at the number of dogs that were wandering on the streets. And they all looked so thin and sick! But the one thing I did not see was any cats." --William
No, I have not seen many cats here either. The only one I've seen so far was hanging out near the Park Sheraton. (Maybe some American tourist's lost pet?)
The lizards reply:
Oh new mistress of our house! We are so happy to have you move into our house since it really makes it feel like home to have a human in our midst. We are so happy to eat as many mosquitoes as we can fit in our bellies and do our best to keep the evil spirits away from you. But we are sad to learn that you find us repulsive and want to kick us out. Our real names are Happy, Lucky, Fearless, and Wise. It pains us that you wish to relegate us to the same part of the universe that your silly President Bush wishes to put gay people who desire to marry. But we plan to stay and do our best for you anyway. Your willing servants and friends, Happy, Lucky, Fearless, and Wise.
Posted by: Lizards | Wednesday, March 10, 2004 at 06:19 PM