I have a similar experience, from not that long ago. We shared both depression and pain. I wish I knew how badly she suffered. We ended our last conversation with her fussing over me. Her heart was so big. Thank you for writing this.

I live in Baltimore, which everyone thinks IS The Wire. In my (and plenty other) neighborhoods, kids can play in their front yards. People still look out for each other. Progressive is as progressive does. Country, city, or "safe" neighborhood, life must be lived and letting your child play in public outside, alone, nearby is more than ok, it's your right.

Somebody really could write a weekly column called "What did MC mis-state this week?"

Yes, Eli was dead to me the moment he said "Indigo." Mike V- I've had problems with him for a while (plus I heart Bryan V) but I think Mike Isabella so overshadowed him in the douche category that he is just now coming into his own. I just want to smack him on the forehead. You can talk all you want about how your food is prettier than someone else's, but if their food tastes better than yours, pretty ain't shit. And his quickfire whining was just sad. Also, I didn't invent Yukon Cornelius either, I saw it somewhere on Twitter. Perfect fit though, isn't it?

You are not alone. Although I never had cute little legs like that. And lost my singing voice around puberty (who knew it could happen to girls too?). But you get the drift.

Oh my goodness poor puppy.