Juice Freaks Out About The Wiz's Sudden Fatness

Julie had a lovely party today for Zander's birthday, and all kinds of cool peeps were present. Among these cool peeps were several cat-owners who laughed snarkily when I mentioned that The Wiz has become quite chubby over the last few weeks. I also noticed that she hasn't been making those "in-heat" noises since the day she ran away. Oh, man. I don't know what to think. Is she knocked up? She doesn't seem fat enough to be prego. But she has definitely gotten fat. According to About.com, the average gestation period for cats is 63-64 days. Since she ran away August 27, if she was going to pop out some kittens, that should occur in the next few days, right? I don't know, man. I don't think she's quite fat enough to have kitties.... (?) I'm very nervous. Stay tuned.

So, I'm learning all about the ethical duties of lawyers, but here's what I really want to know: If one were to find clothing at Value Village or Savers that is perfect for a friend, but one wants to keep the clothing for oneself, what is the ethical thing to do? Here's what happened. At Julie's today, she showed me a shirt she had picked up at Savers that was just my size and that I totally love. She said she knew it was perfect for me and kind of wanted to give it to me, but had thought about taking it in so she could keep it for herself because it is super sweet. Then I admitted that I had picked up a dress that was perfect for her a few weeks ago, but I hadn't turned it over and was hogging it for myself, even though it was a bit too small and I'd have to take it out. See, neither of these pieces of clothing fit us, but we were having a hard time turning them over. We decided to swap, which kind of hurts both of us, but I think we are bound by a solemn ethical duty to turn over clothes that are perfect for a friend. I'm exploring the boundaries of this duty. I think it exists where (1) the thing is perfect for the friend; (2) the thing fits the friend, but you would have to put some work into it to make it fit you; and (3) you know from years of hanging out and shopping with the friend that said friend would love the clothing item. Hmmmm....maybe I'm just writing all this 'cuz I feel so guilty about bagging such a sweet shirt. Anyway, thanks Julie, I love it. I hope you'll love the dress, I'll bring it to CC on Thursday.

The Gnome was there today with adorable little baby Esther. I steered clear, because I'm still sick, but I am happy to report that she is super cute. She's got a photo on her blog--check it out.

Well, peeps. I have to study for those exams. Hasta luego!