gorram parasites

jesus, these things are back with a vengeance. when will this be over?!

i took mr smear to the company gardens yesterday afternoon, which was lots of fun until the wino (inferred from his intense smell) selling nuts took a shine to my boy and tried to befriend us by giving us a free bag. it's really hard navigating "thanks, but no" with people who are well-intentioned but have a culture that demands they give gifts, second time in two weeks i've offended someone by refusing and felt bad for them.

we had a really good time in our complex's playground, a good shower / dinner experience, a fantastic family moment singing ani couni at bedtime, and then i treated myself to a couple more episodes of firefly while snacking excessively.

and then the previous post's drama unfolded.