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Isn't it a wonderful day?

The weather is beautiful outside ... I am even tempted to go outside and sit in the grass to work. It's a shame to sit inside on a day like today.

I was looking at the funeral home's exterior, and I think that it could really use some landscaping ... perhaps some flowers. I have a man that comes through to mow and trim the hedges but, it really does seem a little plain. Perhaps I shall go to the hardware store and select some plants... Or, Jennifer -- do you think you could assist me? While I can see the need for flowers, I don't know how competent I would be at choosing them. If you are already busy, however, I understand.

I think that it would really liven up the place. It really ought not look so somber ... it would only make visitors even more depressed.

Speaking of improving the place ...



I believe that I should think about replacing the carpet in one of the rooms. Elle has discovered that she blends almost perfectly with it, and ever since has been lying in wait to attack the cuffs of my pants whenever I walk by. For some reason, while she attacks me, in the same situation Shizuka receives affectionate purring at her ankles.

I think she is starting to prefer you, Ms. Jounouchi. To be quite honest, it is a little sad, but I can't blame her for preferring you.

Oh -- that's right. I meant to tell you that you need not come in today if you don't want to. It is simply too nice a day to sit around in a Funeral Home. If I could take the day off, I would, but there is no reason for you to come in. If you do want to come, then I insist you leave early. I think that I will be leaving early myself.

I have not felt in such high spirits in a very long time. My mother claims that with every birthday, the week after will indicate how the year will go. I hope this means that I will be having a good year. I would rather enjoy that, I believe.

Perhaps you had something to do with it, Lisa. I confess that I have been feeling quite sporting since you came to be my 'nurse'. You are quite good at being a nurse -- I was quite surprised. Perhaps if you tire of photography, you could have a new career. I propose I take you out to say thank you properly. James, you are invited as well if you would like to come. However, I must insist that I not get quite so drunk this time.

Is anyone interested in going somewhere? Drinks, dinner, a walk in the park -- I am game for anything.