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Where are you, Pistil?

23 years ago

Just curious because I haven't seen any posts from you lately. Hope all is okay.

Susan

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magimay
23 years ago
You know Susan, I was thinking the same thing. Where are you princess petals? I, too, hope all is okay.

Magi
pistil
23 years ago
Whew! (as she sweeps through the room) Oh, there you are! I've been out amoung my people, getting to know everyone and listening to all of their gripes. Being a Princess sure is alot of work - it's not all about the tiara, you know! rotflmbfao!!!!!

Seriously though, I'm here, doing okay. Had some personal probs that needed taken care of and then there's this business thing that took on a life of it's own so I'm just trying to get my ducks in a row....or should that be swans considering I run a kingdom? lol! I'm still making soaps and have ventured into other things as well - when life lets me. Life sure does like to throw curve balls, that's for sure.

How are all of you? I guess I need to go read the board and see what's happening here. It's good to see you guys!!
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sriston
Original Author
23 years ago
Good to know that you are still among us! I missed you.
Susan
pistil
23 years ago
Awwwww... I missed you too!
PP
magimay
23 years ago
Good to hear from you - a queen worries about her progeny! Seriously, glad all is well!

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pistil
23 years ago
LOL Magi!
It's a good thing that a Princess is a Princess for life 'cause if you were to see my petals these days, you wouldn't even THINK of putting that tiara on my head! lol!
PP
magimay
23 years ago
My petals are nothing to crown either right now. Sad day in the kingdom....

Magi

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