It's nearly 11:00 a.m., and we're still waiting for word back on my loan approval. My source of the down payment, if it were required, has fallen through, and I have to find another. By today. No pressure.

I'm contemplating calling my father. I'd prefer to not. I'd prefer to not have my family's involvement in anything in the future. "The weather here is great, thanks! No, I didn't see "Desperate Housewives."

I bought the coolest red leather collar for Jackie last night. Also going to get her some new bowls, and already got E2 lined up to come up and groom Jackie to within an inch of her life so she can move back inside.