Kaatya

Oi!!! We were so busy guarding our southern border .... we should have known to expect an invasion from the north! Welcome to Texas, Martok!!!!

Happy 30-ish Birthday!!! Happy Birthday!

Charlie, be not afraid. I have battled depression for many years, but foolishly thought I could conquer it by myself. About a year ago, I finally took my doctor's advice and started taking my meds (Paxil) on a regular basis. It has made all the difference for me in my ability to focus on tasks, enjoy the things in my life, and have an optimistic outlook. There is sunshine behind those clouds, and I hope you find it soon. *hugs*

A nondescript gardener wordlessly delivers a basket of fresh-cut blossoms to Olympus. The ever-vigilant Tod inspects the gift, searching for any ill omens. He withdraws a cleverly concealed note bearing Kaatya's mark. The parchment is secured for presentation to the guild. Had Tod not resisted the urge to open it himself, he would have read: "Dearest Guardians, I have left you in form but not in spirit. The malaise that has plagued me 'lo these many months has caused me great puzzlement and must be resolved. Our former emperor and Senator of War were each subjected to prolonged torture, and tho rescued, they exist now in torment. The threat to the balance of our world is more pernicious than ever I have seen it. If its source, strength and strategies are to be known, I must work from the shadows, incognito. Sadly, this means that my identity as a Guardian must be hidden from all. I dare not risk retribution upon you, my family, for my actions --- thievery, assassination, extortion, untruths, chicanery. And so, I go forth, asking for your prayers and that the gods watch over me. Protect the balance, Guardians, as you always have. Even our Pain has value, for without it, how would we truly know our Pleasure." Ever your sister, Kaatya

Excellent information, Charlie! I would add one caution to those new to RP --- it's what I've heard called Invasive RP. In other words, do not RP something that dictates the actions and/or words of another. Such as: *Kaatya watches Charlie kick a dog in disgust* or *Kaatya reels in shock as Hudson blasphemes the Virtues* Strength and HONOR!

Best wishes to you, Ariana, as you step forward in a new position of service to the Guardians. Strength and HONOR!

Gonna be a hectic weekend here. Birthday party at Chuckie Cheese on Saturday and another one on Sunday with the family. My grand-daughter turns 4 on October 11. If she hasn't worn me out, I'll sure try to make the party.

Kaatya, Shadowrider Veteran ICQ 42755612 STRENGTH & HONOR!

feh! My pen ran out of ink again.

Congratulations, Liadan! Strength and HONOR!

Feh! Reading glasses. Feh! Any chance they'll also have some hearing aids? You know ..... for Hudson? HUDSON!!!!!! Dangit, that man gives me a sore throat.

Let's do it!!!! Sorry I'm not a travel agent, tho.

Balandar: "I don't know what this is, but it's cool looking!" One scoop Butter Pecan and One scoop Chocolate Decadence (my absolute favorite). *nods her head, certain that she has hit it on the button this time*

Thanks, BB. Further delays, tho. PC won't boot up. Not sure if it was the move or the tortuous experience of inserting a memory stick. *displays the many cuts on her fingers* Anyway, I'll have another go at it tonight or tomorrow and hopefully join ya'll at Olympus soon.

Gotcha ..... thanks! Sorry I haven't been around lately. My mother took ill while on a trip to Phoenix and had to have a pacemaker installed. I spent about 10 days out there, until she was strong enough for the return flight to Texas. For the foreseeable future, I'll be living with her, but won't have DSL up at her house until later this week. *does the computer connection happy dance* PS. Never go to Phoenix in July .... temperatures were 106 to 117 while I was out there.