I think she's known for her Interview with a Vampire and related works. I will have to look up her other ventures.

Welcome aboard!

And now that you've explained it, it seems pretty obvious. Thanks!

(I need to work on my Google-Fu skills)

Not up on all the hip lingo: what exactly is a "MOM" gathering?

I'm a bit late replying, but hope everyone is having a great start to the new year!

Go to Dr. Arnkoff in Michigan.


Ahem:...


Today was the day. I know i haven't followed up in awhile on this, but had my consultation earlier this week, and today went in. No pain yet, but back at home keeping the cat away from my lap will be a challenge for a few.

Followup visit tomorrow.

I ...

Swelling seems to be on the decline, coloration improved. I've used Muralax to keep things flowing smoothly through the intestines so i dont feel the need to strain (probably paranoid overkill, but I've dealt with those issues before and no thank you).

Followup in a few days with the Dr and just ...

^thanks, Wheely. With the swelling its hard enough to fish it out and (graphic content alert) depress the barrel down enough when in a sitting position to not end up making a mess. Standing involves a bit more fidgeting to coax it out.

Little fella isn't very big to begin with, and even this moderate swelling has got it MIA. Makes quick visits to the urinal a bit problematic for the moment.

Pretty sure i read about that in a different post, but didn't occur to me as a possibility until it occured to me . Maybe I'll tie a string ...

Evolve wrote: Mon Dec 22, 2025 5:01 am
Congratulations!!! I'm SO happy for you.

And right now I'm so happy for pain meds and ice packs.