Oh, RLP is in a whole ‘nother category. It is hard to find time, but I like blogging because I wouldn’t do *any* writing if I didn’t have the blog to kind of nudge me to do it. It’s a fun outlet.

I still want to do it and hopefully will. I’ve done some practice entries, trying to find my voice.

But right now either the Chicago Gay Men’s Chorus or(newsflash) John are taking up most of my spare time.

Mamala, I missed doing the Oscar email last year, but it truly requires three things: that I see most of the nominated films, that I study up on the short subjects, etc. and that I take about 8 hours to craft that email. So far, that’s just not looking possible between now and the 27th. I will say that “Hotel Rwanda” and “Finding Neverland” to me were far more rewarding film experiences than “The Aviator,” which though very well made and well acted is just too much of a “movie.” I haven’t seen “Ray.” I loved “Being Julia” and found “Kinsey” rather clinical, but interesting nonetheless, with great performances.

Try starting with the Oscar picks…

And I’ll try to use my “influence” on Oprah.

I’m also jealous that you count as young.

Two copies of the book isn’t bad payment. My sister once submitted a chapter to a book and received a copy of it when it came out—and a bill 2 weeks later for the book!!!

(I just realized I’m not young anymore. Ouch.)

I will look forward to acquiring my own copy when it comes out. Congratulations!