I had an immense outpouring of support during the past few days as a result of the burglary, most from people I didn't know. Like the reaction after the September incident, I am amazed at the level of concern and support people are ready to offer strangers and am warmed thoroughly by the kind words, thoughtful gestures, and sympathy. I only hope my words were enough to express my thanks in return.

Poor times create a vacuum that friends scramble to fill. It finally makes sense to me how so many are attracted to disaster, drama, and chaos in life; not necessarily to attract attention but to build relationships with people because bonds built out of the trials of life form quickly and harden with the steely resolve to overcome.

My relationship with Chris has solidified in such. The weekend was a blur of color and events, parties and downtime, sleeping and waking in each other's arms. He had planned to come down on Tuesday, regardless, but after the bad Monday I sensed that he felt needed more than usual. He brought down roses and a supportive smile. I carried both into the evening that I will continue recording later tonight. «

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