The Magic Dictionary says...

First off I wanted to thank you guys for all the Happy Birthday wishes! I did have a most splendid 44th birthday and I still have cake...with icing. It is taking all my will power not to eat the whole damn thing.

So many of you asked for answers to life's most perplexing problems with the aid of my very special Magic Dictionary.

I shall start with Foamy's question about her toes:

Foam asks: "why are my feet always toasty warm the whole day long, but the minute i hop into bed they turn into icicles and my husband won't let me warm them up on his legs? why?"
foam dear...your word is
"shivery" no lie! This word seems to best describe your popsicle toes. The meaning of which is to be marked by a low temperature. Toast them tosies up before getting into bed! They are probably cold because you aren't using them enough under the sheets. :>)

Next up is Stephen Parrish who asks: "My question for the Magic Dictionary is: Will I get a book deal in 2009?"

Stephen...The Magic Dictionary advises you to be "heedful" which means cautiously attentive. Be aware of your surroundings...and maybe something good will happen!

Our next question asker is Dee Jay who wants to know: "As for your Magic Dictionary, can it tell me if I will actually have the nerve to retire next year?"

Drum roll please... The Magic Dictionary advises you to "justify" why you wish to retire. Maybe that way you can convince yourself or un convince yourself to do so.

Curt in Colorado asks

"Will I find a new friend who doesn’t mind that I have no hair and smell of Elderberries?"

Hmm...very curiously The Magic Dictionary suggests for you to "knock over" any new friends to determine their worth. Perhaps the smell of elderberries will knock them over for you!

Next up is Teresa who asks:

"Will I sell my book to a major publishing house?"

The Magic Dictionary suggests you become a "Hessian" or a free lance fighter! Fight for your right to write girl!

Eric1313 wants to know:

"How successful will the new president be at stemming this low tide and bringing back at least a measure of confidence in not just our economy, but in our place as a world leader?"

The Magic Dictionary says that our president will "educate" the world.

And last but not least, Eric Donald France wants to know...

Q: How is the John Coltrane house doing in Philly?

Not sure what you are meaning but the magic dictionary feels that this house is "moldable." Are there renovations being done?

Whew...the Magic Dictionary is spent. It will lie in rest until the next round of questioners tests its magical powers.

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Please oh pretty please come by to comment. I will let you ask my Magic Dictionary more questions if you do. How can you resist?