For those not familiar with all the fancy weight loss lingo, NSV means a “non scale victory” – these are even more important than the numbers on the scale. These can be fitting into a smaller size, a compliment from a co-worker, a physical act that is no longer difficult, etc, etc. Anyway, I got a big one today!! After getting a lovely hug from my husband, he said “I gotta tell you something – your ass is smaller!” That definitely made my day. :) So on that note, I better go ahead and do my Tuesday report that I…

Quantum materiae materietur marmota monax si marmota monax materiam possit materiari? Just wondering…

Even if Reversed, Vasectomy Lowers Sperm Count LONDON (Reuters) – Vasectomies may not be as reversible as doctors had previously thought. New research presented at a meeting of the British Fertility Society on Wednesday shows that the operation has a long-lasting effect on sperm count. Men who have had a vasectomy, even if it has been reversed, produce less sperm and have poorer success rates when their partners have fertility treatments. “We did not expect to see this reduction in sperm count or pregnancy due to previous vasectomy and ongoing studies are attempting to decipher the reasons for it,” said…

Prey, by Michael Crichton; Digital – 7.99 Prey, by Michael Crichton; Mass Market Paperback – 7.99

1. Put your birth month in an entry. 2. Strike out anything that doesn't apply to you. 3. Bold the four that best apply to you. 4. Put all twelve months under a livejournal cut. JANUARY: Stubborn and hard-hearted. Ambitious and serious. Loves to teach and be taught. Always looking at people's flaws and weaknesses. Likes to criticize. Hardworking and productive. Smart, neat and (sometimes) organized. Sensitive and has deep thoughts. Knows how to make others happy. Quiet unless excited or tensed. Rather reserved. Highly attentive. Resistant to illnesses but prone to colds. Romantic but has difficulties expressing love. Loves…

Every 33 hours, researchers say, an American mother kills her offspring. But of course, it's different when it's your own.

Book 21 – I, Robot – Issac Asimov (read in chunks on my Palm at odd moments, finished 03/22/2004) Classic science fiction from one of the masters, this book of short stories is always a fun read. Book 22 – Angels & Demons – Dan Brown (finished 03/23/2004) This has the same protagonist as The DaVinci Code and is much better. This time, the symbologist is unravelling a plot involving a murdered scientist, the Illuminati, and the Vatican itself. I enjoyed it immensely. Book 23 – Debt Of Bones – Terry Goodkind (finished 03/26/2004) This book is a prequel to…

Mai-Lyn has been immortalized! An artist emailed me, asking if he could paint my cat – he had seen her picture in my webshots album. I figured, he was nice enough to ask, so why not? She's here: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=20158&item=3713917493 I only wish I was in a position to be able to buy it! It's a wonderful painting.

You are Kristina of Sweden. She was the King ofSweden in the 1600's, and I say 'King' becauseshe demanded it. She was one of the firstfeminists around; wearing pants, fighting withmen, and ruling a country. You have radicalideas and will fight for them. You oftenunderstand better than most the hard work thatis needed. You most always get your way; bysaying something and standing by it. Lovereally doesn't concern you, nor do good looks.Kristina, in fact, had a disfigured shoulderbecause she was dropped as a baby. The bestword to discribe you is strong. What famous female ruler are you? (written for…

Take the quiz: “Which American City Are You?”Las VegasYou Shine bright and partake in all the vices. You'd rather burn out then fade away.