And Doris found herself - once more - underneath the stars.

Does anyone know if there’s a brand of tonic that doesn’t contain High Fructose Corn Syrup? It’s something I’m trying to avoid. I know they make diet tonic, but I’m trying to find something that isn’t all chemical. Or just a tonic alternative? I love my G&Ts in the summer, but after a while, the thought of all that HFCS gives me the willies.

A study came out today that notes people tend to quit smoking in groups, and that quitting tends to have a ripple effect across other groups. This isn’t news to me, but it’s interesting in terms of developing new therapies to help people quit. I know that if Maggie and Jeremy hadn’t quit smoking, I probably wouldn’t have been able to, either. And then my parents quit right after I did, and the fact that we all quit at the same time really helped.

I believe this study is by the same people that told us last year that people tend to gain and lose weight in groups as well. It seems pretty obvious, doesn’t it?

Mattie got neutered last week and is doing great. I’m waiting to hear back from the shelter, as he is definitely ready for adoption. This place will be empty without him, but I’m hoping he finds a family with other animals to play with. Read the rest of this entry »

Don’t forget, I’ve got two giveaways going on this week. One is a Meerkat Manor DVD giveaway over at Too Much Free Time, and yesterday’s Comic-Con Swag giveaway is still open!