I have never been comfortable with gifts. I'm not sure why, it has something to do with the way I was raised, that constant "oh you shouldn't have" coupled with implication and meaning read into the slightest things that were done for us, or by us, as a family.
This feeling of undeserved inadequacy must come to an end. Because you see, I know some truly wonderful people. And how will I ever properly show my appreciation for the kind things they do for me, if I don't start learning to accept these wonderful gifts with the appropriate gratitude?
So thank you Tim, for Neil Gaiman's Anansi Boys . How thoughtful of you! I am quite anxious to read it, and figure out what all the excitement is about!

And Tom, honey. Thank you so much for this delightful gift! He's beautiful, and seems to feel right at home with his tail in my cleavage!
