The Mystress & the Paladin

Good (early) Morning from Texas

2012-01-27T08:32:00.000-08:00

And we've got the pic to prove it! I literally laughed out loud when I opened the waffle maker at the hotel and saw its shape. Told pet I think we need to get one of these cute Texas shaped waffle makers. Since we are going to be the new 'vacation destination' for families and friends, seems this is what they ought to wake up to for their first mornings here too! This pic represents everything that I hope this trip is. The sun shining warm and soft on our TX adventure.

Yesterday was a day of all traveling. Had never flown on Frontier before, but we liked it. Had a bit more leg space then our normal stand by of Southwest, and the first flight had warm, fresh chocolate chip cookies, YUMMM! It was quite enjoyable traveling with Paladin. Was wonderful to snuggle next to him on the two flights and even just waiting with him was enjoyable. We connected in Denver and then headed to TX. It turned out the airport we flew into, (Hobby) was the furthermost airport in southern Houston, (instead of Bush, halfway closer) landing around 6:20pm, which meant we had a about a one hour drive in crazy traffic. However we are not big city people, so we were glad of the hour drive away from Houston to our new home out the area a ways.

Our first breaths of Texas air were encouraging. I lived in Pensacola during my Navy days, and well remember the humid air of the Gulf Coast. I had expected to breath like a carp on land when getting out of the airport, but instead, we both noted the air was clean and crisp. It was slightly chilly, but there was no sign of humidity. A short reprieve I'm sure.

Pet drove quite expertly, his GPS counting down the miles and chirping the turns. Houston is a much bigger city then our state capitol and has many more cloverleaf overpasses. I am from LA so it reminded me much of that, although bad as the traffic was, it was still better then LA. As this area is all new to both of us, it was fun to read aloud to pet the stores and restaurants on our drive up to the hotel, seeing places we know we'll want to come back and see after we get relocated. Lots of BBQ and Mexican food, and some huge Chinese buffet places.

Today, the real estate person is supposed to be picking us up around 11'ish. We got up at 8 (which is 6 west coast time, blink blink) to get breakfast by 9.. Pet says it's nap time already.
Lolol.. he did a big yawn as I typed that and said "sleep time'. No.. not yet.

So today, we go look at the homes we've been gauging and comparing for over a month. It is sort of like meeting someone from here. We've seen the pics.. done the 'virtual tours' and feel like we 'know' the houses. But when we actually step into them.. then. the virtual all becomes real, and like any 'online relationship', we'll be looking for the blemishes before committing to a long term relationship. (more yawns from the couch behind me).

The digs that Paladin's corporation is providing is very nice. Its a little studio in a long term Residence Inn, so we have a couch, desk, kitchen and dining table. And (sip, sip) a nice drip coffee maker, with actually decent drip coffee for it! A nice bonus when its still two hours earlier for me. I am NOT a morning person. Hooot, hooot... I am definitely a night owl!

We were too exhausted to do anything but cuddle and sleep last nite, but tonight, I think we'll make time for some amusements. He did of course bring his collar and restraints and it was lovely to have him strip, kneel and present his collar while saying his mantra. Ummmm. Going on 5 years and as yummy as ever!!! And now, it is just us.. alone... Everything has a different feel to it since we know we are going 24/7. This whole trip.... is surrealist to me. So much in our lives has changed in just two short months. Since Dec 7th... when I had my breakdown at the VA at the same time pet found out he had to relocate.... and it all came to be that this new, and exciting adventure has manifested our deepest wishes to be together.

Well, we have some other correspondence to do, so I'll sign off for now.
Wishing all well, especially the Heron's and Kaya & her Master over at Under His Hand...
Big special hugs from both Paladin and I to you...
signing off from our first day in the Lone Star state,
Mystress

Texas Time

2012-01-22T18:19:00.000-08:00

Hiya All

Did tha sound convincing? I dont think so :)

Next week Mystress and i will be in Texas to scout the area and wittle down our choices of homes. The trip seems to be a crazy busy one and we will rely on each other to get through the busy time. Even though its going to be busy, we are so so looking forward to the trip. It promises to be a fantastic one and we shall enjoy it for sure. Its been a while since we have gone on a trip together so we will definitely enjoy this one to the fullest. We even have coffee dates planned for in Texas to meet some new friends Mystress has already made. It seems we shall be making new circles before we even arrive thanks to dear Mystress. Well i cant describe the excitment for this trip i have so off i go to do a happy dance and count the number of days till we leave.

Paladin

Happy Chores

2012-01-21T10:07:00.000-08:00

Greetings dear friends...

Just a quick update about a fun event last week.

On Wed nite, the day before the realtors were coming to look at Paladin's house, he needed to do some minor fixing up, including putting the ceiling vents back up since he'd taken them down for painting and down they had stayed until Wed.

Meanwhile on Tue nite, a Master friend in Second Life had suggested that Paladin do some of his fixing up 'sky clad'. What a grand idea!! It was a chilly evening but still, I had him strip to climb up the step stool to fix the vents. All 5 of them. *very wide grin* Of course, I had to steady him while he was up there doing that.. and on the steps.. he was just the right height for a bit of fondling and stroking while he was trying to concentrate on getting those vents in. Think it was a bit more of a challenge then it would have been. But it gave me a big happy smile and I'll have to be sure to remember to do that again!!!

Next week at this time, we'll be in Texas looking at the homes we've been oggling on the internet for over a month, and hope the ones we like the most are still there, and hope to come back with offer and acceptance in hand.

Well, Paladin has just invited me out for lunch and to see the new Underworld movie.. so off I go to the showers to get ready.

Happy day to all,
Mystress

Busy Times Ahead

2012-01-15T17:08:00.001-08:00

Good Evening All. My dear sweet Mystress has spent a lovely weekend away visitng family...wee. We have been in constant communication and i can sense from her texts that she is trul having a wonderful time. I hope its finally setting in for my dear Mystress that things are starting and change is coming for us both. This change wont be easy and its bound to be rather crazy at times, but all good things are often difficult to get. Its this challenge and determination by us both that makes reaching the end so much more special. We shall lean on all the kind words and support our dear friends are giving us. Talk about friends, Mystress already is starting to make friends in our new place. I was suprised how friendly and welcoming the people Mystress has found are. We are strangers, yet they welcome us with open arms. Infact, we already have coffee plans :) Mystress sure does work fast. Infact, part of our moving, Mystress gave me an assignment to create a FetLife account. This i have done and will wait for Mystress to give me a walkthrough on how to use it. Mystress is already a professional so i would be a fool to not take her words of guidance into account. For now i go to fight with my Internet, its slower than walking backwards right now and i am at a loss on how to improve it. Oh well, i will just go with the flow. Paladin

Updates and Winter Song

2012-01-09T17:25:00.000-08:00

Dear Friends,

Paladin writes of the updates to things, and indeed things are moving along swimmingly! My furniture is now safely tucked away here at his place and I'll be bringing over more boxes of things as I get them packed. And yes, I was in something of a packing frenzy over the weekend. But I got my closet and dresser and bathroom all sorted, packed and emptied out, except for a big suitcase on the floor with my pile of clothes till we move on it. Got everything else plus shoes and boots in one big box! So I am getting rid of 2/3 of my things. All going to donation.

And it seems.. I'll have more time for packing. On Fri nite, after my post, my Knight came by to get some things. He saw how shaken I was after my work day and suggested very strongly that I call and quit in the morning. He didn't want me to see that client even one more time. He said he was sure that my doc would agree so I called and got the same secretary that I had spoken to on Fri. She was very very kind and sympathetic. She knows I'm going through therapy at the Vet Center for the PTSD. She said she could see on Fri how traumatized I was and that it was very understandable. She said I was welcome back anytime, but I'm thinking I'm not gonna be back here in CA after the next couple months. Besides...I can feel I'm just not up to working right now. Can't seem to focus and don't want to mess something up.

I wrote my doc about it last nite, and got a letter back from her this morning (God bless email with ones amazing therapist!) saying yes, my quitting was the right thing and that of course that sort of poking and unpredictable behavior would trigger my PTSD. I have an appointment with her tomorrow. A bit nervous about it, but I do trust her and now, she's read my official statement.. the worst of the worst.. and she says she hopes to be able to help me deal with it all. God.... i do hope so too.

Today I got some good things done, big important ones. Well.. to me anyways. I got the newspaper subscription cancelled, the ins on my old car I gave to my sister in law cancelled. and best of all, got signed up for health care at the VA finally! A big cheer for that!!! Seems I'm broke enough to be a 'level 5'.. which means all I'll have to cover out of pocked will be $8 for 30 days of any pill. I can handle that. It will be 2-4 weeks before I get my first appointment with a primary doctor. A bit longer for me because I only want a lady doc. I am willing to wait.

Now.. the last part of tonight's subject line...

This is a Chris Rhea song that I've loved a long time. Back in Aug of '07 Paladin and I were going away to a cabin for our first weekend alone. And I had made a CD of some of my fave songs that I felt related to us. I found the CD while sorting through them (Yaaay!) This song then and even more.. soooo much more.. now epitomizes how he feels to me. Paladin even looks a tad bit like Chris in this with the short hair, if he had brilliant blue eyes.. and was clean shaven. *smiles* But listen to the feel of Chris's voice in this song... it is that FEEL..if being cherished and protected has a 'sound' then for me, this song is it. This is how my beloved Paladin makes me feel. The feeling of safety and protection that he gives to me are.. well. priceless.

Here are the lyrics for the song...

Winter song

It's a cold, cold feeling
On a real lazy wind
That blows all the way trough you
And the autumn begins

How it cuts like a sabre
How it chills to the bone
You've got cold feet and fingers
And you're thinking of home

If I put my arms around you
Turn you in from the storm
From your autumn through winter
Darling I'll keep you warm

My overcoat's empty
Deep, wide and long
I got room for you darling
till your winter, till your winter has gone
----

....till your winter has gone....
and that indeed is how this move with Paladin feels.
like moving into the depths of his deep, wide and long overcoat of protection. and Paladin.. is quite enjoyable to snuggle with, including those yummy rugby thighs.. oh yeahhhhhhh!

So... here is the link for Winter Song on youtube.

Wising everyone out there a wonderful evening
and
safe paths,
Mystress

Preparations Continued

2012-01-08T18:10:00.000-08:00

Good evening all.
So time ticks on and so do our preparations to move. Mystress has been a cloud of hustle and bustle this weekend. With so much done and so much more to do, we moved the big stuff of Mystress's over today to get it ready to move. Mystress wont take her pets requests she rest some over the weekend so Mystress is still likely packing packing packing :)

Mystress is determined to be ready to go at the drop of a hat. :) My preparing takes longer as i have to have certain steps happen before i can move to the next. I know they will start to roll soon and that's got us excited indeed. We are waiting for them to just zip on by so we can plan trips to see the new area. We are both very eager to that. We are even watching some house listings and selfishly hope no one else is looking at the ones we are :) Each day we confirm our first choices are still on the market and each day we rejoice they are.We thank all our friends who wish us well for this move. A special thanks to those that helped today move some stuff with us. Your help is always much appreciated.
Waiting for the next step...
Paladin

A Rough Day Helped by a Twisted Kitty

2012-01-06T19:14:00.000-08:00

Greetings Friends,
I've been working on my statements for the VA and trying not to fall apart too much. This PTSD stuff really does suck. Was up till 2:30 am and then slept pretty badly after that. Had a rough day today with my client poking and roaring at me during a movie, lunch and then later driving. He is severely disabled and this is good behavior for him, but it is nerve-shattering to me right now.. Plus my back has been hurting some, and I have to lug his wheelchair around. I was so shook up after 4 hours with him today that I sat in the parking lot and sobbed for a while afterwards. I just have to try and get through the next few weeks. But all this is making me feel even weaker, not stronger. He makes me jumpy, and he likes to scare me, and he is potentially violent, one just has to stay out of range as he is in a wheelchair. But he is good at throwing things. So far, not at me, but with all this trauma stuff coming up.. I am extra hypersensitive to it all. *sighs*

Tonight while I was finishing up my writing, my doggie and kitty were here with me. I couldn't help snap this shot of kitty keeping me company. It makes me smile, and feel better and that's a good thing.

On the flip side of everything, I am very excited about the move. A friend is coming on Sun with his truck and he and Paladin will then move the few pieces of furniture going with me to his place. The house we like most is still on the market and actions are moving forward to propel us along to our new home.

Paladin is off at buddies nite and I'm glad of it. Was a busy week for him and plans moving along quickly. But feet up to get together with friends is a reward he's always enjoyed. I am sorry that he'll be so far from them after this move. I've suggested that they do their computer gaming together on their normal Fri nites, but I think they are still choking down the fact that he's leaving in the first place.

Wishing everyone a good evening and safe paths,
Mystress

New Year and New Changes

2012-01-02T15:10:00.000-08:00

Good Evening all.
I sit here with my Mystress beside me, which shall become the oh so sweet norm in the future. As the new year begins so begins our changes. Mystress and i are soon to be a 24/7 thing and thats the best change this year promises indeed.To get this change accomplished Mystress and I have many things we have to knock off our lists. Some are huge and complicated with others much more simplistic. All in all, as we get them finished and scratched off the list, the inevitable change to a permanent situation shall occur. Once this is done we will be setup in a new city many many miles away, foreigners in a new land, ready to explore all it has to offer together. Oh the adventures we have planned.A special thank you to all for giving us the support you have all given. We shall surely rely on it to make this transition as easy as we can. Once in our new home, we shall also lean on it to provide us with at least one familiar thing in a land of new things. Thank you all again from the deepest of our hearts.
With all my love for Mystress.
Paladin.

Holiday Reflections - with a PS

2011-12-28T12:05:00.000-08:00

Greetings Friends....

Two weekends ago, Paladin came to put up our Christmas decorations....for the last time. Here anyways. As he did.. we reflected on the years that he has been doing it for us. We talked about the first year, when we had a new kitten.. and how Paladin had to be sure that the decorations were higher then we hoped said kitten would reach. We laughed in memory of said kitten going right up the middle of the tree, bringing it and all its lovely decorations crashing to the ground.

That said kitten, is now a fine handsome cat who while sniffing at the tree this year, opted to recline on his catnip ladden perch with a semi-dreamy look in his eyes supervising it all from there.

This years decorating.. was .. a bit more sombre as we talked about what we would take, and what we wouldn't. Mostly.. we will start out all new in our new place. I have some straw and gold ornaments that I got while I was in Germany in 1999, and a Mystress glass slipper one from a local Domme party we went to together.
Other then that.... none of them are sentimental to me, or to us. So someone will end up with a big box of donated decorations.

After the decorating, we walked through the little duplex I live in, deciding what things would go, and what would be sold or given away. I am only taking about 1% of what is here. I have a few family treasures that will come along.. some books and clothes, my Reiki table and things, but other then that, I'm going light and all for a fresh start.

On Christmas eve, as the step kids opened their presents, and a lovely evening was had, I couldn't help but think, this was my last Christmas with this family as it is. Only the older step son knows what's going on. And I have his full support. He loves me, and his dad, and Paladin, and his Dad's sub.. although he thinks she's 'just' the Secretary (knows and is glad his Dad is moving in with her, just doesn't know the D/s aspect to any of us) . He fully supports this move of mine with Paladin to get better. He knew some of why I couldn't have kids, I had told him before his dad and I were married, but he never knew it all. No one did. But on Thur nite we went to see him, and I gave him a copy of my doc's letter to the VA, explaining the attack and what had happened, and its subsequent devestating effect on me over the years. He hugged me tightly after and promised that he'll always be the son I'll never have. Having his support and blessing means a lot. He promises to come visit Paladin and I where we are going. He also said he would figure out how to explain it all to his younger and not so open minded sister. Who, was blissfully unaware of the underlying sadness the other 3 of us had, knowing that after 12 years, this was the last Christmas like this one. We didn't want to ruin her Christmas so kept the secret to ourselves for the time being.

Paladin himself was far away in another town with his parents and siblings for the holiday, and I felt his distance and it was hard to have him so far away. Even though we kept in touch by txt the whole time, just knowing he's local helps keep me calmer. I was glad when he landed on Mon evening and was home safe and sound.

So, now the holiday is over.. and the last one of the year approaches. We've all spent New Years together the past 4 years, and this year, the four of us will gather at Paladin's home again. And as we ring in the new year. then changes will take place. A new year and a new future for all of us. Paladin and I have spoken of getting my Knight and his sub tickets to fly where we are next year for New Years and continue our tradition of celebrating it all together. We'll see what the New Year actually brings, and how things unfold.

Wishing all out there a safe and semi-sane New Year.
*smiles*
Safe paths to all,
Mystress

P.S. The meeting with my Dad went well, and he hopes to meet Paladin soon. I had to cancel on Mon due to a sick friend being here, but then, it turned out the day I went was my Dad's 92 birthday, so we had a nice lunch and a great visit. And I got to bring my Mom's hope chest back, so now it's the first thing at Paladin's of mine to go with his things to our new home.

A New Circle

2011-12-20T12:00:00.000-08:00

Dear Friends,

Paladin writes of changes and of a new start for the two of us in a new place as a full time pair. Indeed... in the swoop of my own bone rattling events, dear Paladin had his own sudden shock of life change that stopped everything in its tracks and set to face him in a new direction. In that, he reached out his hand to me, and asked me to join him. Faced with a circumstance, discussions and consultations were had, research done, a consensus reached and finally, decisions made.

It seems, the best thing is for me to go away with Paladin to start a fresh life, and to heal. He has offered me a life of no more worries, to give me a safe, solid, and very importantly, a sane home. One where I won't have to scratch to survive like I have for the past decade in spite of my best efforts. My Knight and I part ways, and he goes to live happily with his own sub. We will all remain good friends, and in time, they will come to visit us in our new home.

There will be a Vet Center about 10 miles from where we are going and my VA therapist says I can continue my program there. I consulted with her tonight about it, and she too feels this move is in my best interests. Paladin says my focusing on healing is the most important thing now, and that will be all that I am to do in this new life with him. Well, and entertain our guests. *happy smiles* As Paladin said tonight in a txt, he'll be sure that I will live in a "crazy free zone'. I'll never, ever be able to thank Paladin enough for this new life with him, but I can promise friends, I'll darn sure make the most of it!!!

Paladin says we are going to build a new circle together in our new town. We are going far from both of our families and friends, so it will be the two of us clinging to each other and adventuring in new places. We'll have a place for friends and family to come visit, and we hope to make some vacation visits ourselves as Paladin mentions.

So, things are beginning, but we expect it will take a few months to complete. We will be patient as we can be for as Paladin said to me "Mystress, we are moving from two nites a week to full time. " And I looked at him and said "Can we do this 24/7 my pet? " He smiled and said "yes, we can Mystress' and so... yes, we are. After 4.5 years.. we begin a new chapter in the new year.

As Paladin says, please send us all the good thought that you can to help buoy us along on our new path together.

Safe Paths and Happiest of Holidays to all,
Mystress

Changes

2011-12-18T18:21:00.000-08:00

Evening all.
What a time for us all. Things are changing and the time left in the year to do it is slipping by faster than one expects. But, time slipping by isn't that bad if one has a change in the future to wait for...Mystress and I are going through a big change. If our positive thoughts hold and things fall in place, come 6 months later, we could be a full time pair in a new city. Yeah a big step indeed. We are working on the details now and are being optimistic for a good thing and we ask you all to send us positive energy to make it happen. There are some major things to happen first to make it happen yet we are very positive that they will. Who knows, maybe in the future we will be closer to many of our friends and visits maybe possible. We have always wondered what our friends are like and who knows, maybe the future will make that happen.So i keep our details private, yet ask for well wishes for we really really want this and will grab the opportunity with two hands if the opportunity presents itself.
Paladin

Blog Therapy...

2011-12-15T18:20:00.000-08:00

Dear Friends...

It's been a while since I've posted.. many things have been going on... mostly good.. but some pretty traumatic as well. I apologize in advance if this is a bit long and rambling.. but .. it needs to be written.

I had a bit of a mental and emotional breakdown last week at the VA. I found myself shaking and unable to move, lost in a place I know very well. Flashbacks from my PTSD overcoming me, I sent panicked txt's to Paladin, who sent Reiki and comforting txts back to me.

I had done a survey for women veterans a few weeks back, and some of the questions had triggered some feelings in me, and I had decided to to apply for some medical benefits since I had lost my job some months back and have a couple of broken teeth that badly need fixing and ask about a new therapy program for the PTSD . I have a dear lady veteran friend in Second Life that I've been giving Reiki to for about a year and half now, and when I read about these new benefits, I was sure it could help her too. But she was feeling very down and hopeless... but she agreed to make a pact with me, that I would go in and find out as much as I could and she w0ould go in the same week , where she lived. And that neither of us would let the other not go, or fail. So if we wanted to run, we couldn't because of the other person.

So Mon came, and off I went confidently to file for medical benefits. But once on base, in front of the trailer I needed to go in to, I suddenly, found myself in a a mass of confusion I was shaking and suddenly teary eyes. I managed to make it inside and then I was told that I didn't qualify for benefits till Jan due to last years income.. And that.. seemed to trigger even more.. and I began crying. The kind man looked at me and asked if I was okay. I couldn't stop the crying as I said something like " No.. I don't think I am okay. .I think I maybe having a bit of a PTSD breakdown'. He pulled out a map and told me I should go over to mental health then, because they have a separate program and I don't have to be in the system to get some help. Then I was lost. txting Paladin that I was confused and couldn't figure out where I was.. even with the map. It took 3 more people (angels) showing me where I needed to go before I finally arrived at Mental Health. I stood there trembling and trying not to sob. The man there was kind as well. but said that he was sorry. he didn't know why I had been sent there, as even though I appeared to be having a breakdown, they couldn't help till I get in the system in Jan. I got a momentary grip and thanked him, but when I got outside, I collapsed on a bench sobbing uncontrollably. thinking they would come put me in the loony bin.. and maybe that would be a good place for me right now.

Then, some dear lady stopped and asked if I was okay. and I manged to tell her of being sent from Intake over to Mental Health. and now. no help till Jan. She patted me on the shoulder and told me to go to Social Services, and pointed to it on my map. I got lost getting there too. took another 3 people to get me to it, but finally did, and a very kind lady asked me a couple questions.. and her eyes got big and she said I needed to go to someplace called the Vet Center, a few miles away that was specifically for folks like me, and they'd see me immediately.

I read Paladin's continued txts, and got a grip, grounded and managed to find my way to the Vet Center. I was greeted by a couple kind smiling fellow veterans, one an ex Navy Chief took me under his wing. Helped me fill out the forms and for the first time.. I wrote that I was there as a victim of a MSA and SH (Military Sexual Assault and Sexual Harassment). He was very sympathetic as he asked me gentle questions and helped me fill out the paper work. Then he smiled and asked me who was on my shit list.. I mentioned an pilot from someplace and a couple Boatswains Mates and a Machinist Mate. He smiled again and said he had a Boatswain's Mate on his list too. Then he told me that it was my lucky day, as they do an orientation once a month, they take only 8 vets in, and someone had just cancelled, and the orientation was in a hour and a half. He got me the info for my friend who I had made the pact with.

Then he gave me some other papers, and told me I needed to go file for disability benefits under MSA/SH. Really? I had never told, and certainly never thought of disability benefits for all this mess. He was adamant that I needed to go do this, and that the he and the therapists at the Vet Center would help me. That I had served my country in ways I should never have had to, and that it was only fair of the country to compensate me for my years of pain.

I was feeling calmer, although I couldn't seem to turn off the tears. I decided to go grab a quick bite before this unexpected change of events as I knew Paladin expected me to eat.. El Pollo Loco. .mmmmmm. Felt better, had a grip. Got back to the Vet Center and went in to wait for the orientation. I picked up a 'Handbook for Women Veterans' and started leafing through it. And then, I couldn't stop crying. the tears were back. I hurriedly put the book back and started reading Radar Online on my Iphone.. gave myself some Reiki.. and got myself back together again.

When we were called in as a group, it ranged from a 90 year old WW2 Vet, who'd never got help for his PTSD and his son was with him, also a vet, to be sure he did now. The youngest was in his early 20s, and Iraq vet. There were several Viet Nam vets as well.... 7 men... and me. And.. I couldn't stop weeping. No one mentioned it as the lady therapist explained how these new Vet Centers work.. that they are set up by the VA for vets to help other vet with PTST, and now.. also. MSA and SH.

It was a rough bit of time, while I didn't have the same causes of these battle vets, I had most of the same symptoms. Their 'triggers' were things like 'burning metal', 'Huey blades' and smells of decomposing grass. It turns out if we have just one symptom in each of the several categories, then that qualifies us for disability benefits. As she went down the list.. in my head.. it went click, click, click... I was still weeping the whole time.. but they all pretty much ignored it for which I was very grateful. When she asked about questions, I lifted my hand.. and asked if this is where we say 'BINGO". The humor seemed to break the painful seriousness in the room. I wasn't the only one teary eyed either. And by the end.... every one of them was crying too.. and we had only been told of the help and care we'd be getting now, in this new two year program to help us all get our lives back. We all got appointment cards at the end of the session, she said while the doors were still shut and before we could run away. *weak smiles*

So, the next day, Tue.. I kept the momentum and did what they had said, and I went and filed for disability benefits. I had another bit of a breakdown after I told the caseworker, a kind Marine vet, that I was filing for MSA/SH.. Thank goodness he knew what that meant right off, and gave me the form to write what had happened. I started shaking and and said they had told me not to tell. He reassured me it was okay now.. and for me to try and write. that I didn't' need to write any details... After I wrote it, he read it he looked up and said he was very sorry. then he said, I needed to add a sentence requesting that the VA investigator for MSA/SH to contact me. He said it was a lady from a nearby big city would call me in about a month.

*sighs* Sorry this is so long..but. .well. its important. I want any other vets like me to be able to read this, and learn the process that I have this last week. And friends and family too!

So.... yesterday. I had my first therapy appointment. The same lady therapist... Dr. Vickie. An Air Force veteran. Looked at my DD214.. looked up and said "oh.. you were in in the 70's." I nodded. She said "I have found, those were the worst years for almost any female veteran. You were really at their whim then. ' I nodded, grateful that she knew and understood. Then she said "by the way, you MSA/SH folks don't need to be in the orientation with the battle vets" But I told her that they just had a different sort of pain them mine. She asked "well.. can you tell me what happened?" I knew I couldn't without losing it, so in a moment of clarity, I had remembered to bring my disability form I had done for the benefits last week, when I had to write out. I handed that to her, and she read it. She shook her head, and said how sorry she was, and asked if I had filed that yet, and I said yes, last week after I was here. She nodded and said that was a good first step.

Then she asked about my parents, told her my mom is gone, but my step dad is still here... She told me I needed to tell him, and my friends. .and anyone else that I feel comfortable with, the truth. *big ass sighs* Not easy .. not easy by far friends.
I feel. so fragile. I've always been strong. but now.. I can't seem to stop crying.. . I applied for a job and interviewed... but now... I don't feel I can handle it. Dr. Vickie says I need to let it out. be gentle with myself. and give myself time to adjust. and let it all come out. There was more then just one incident, although that was .. well. the worst in one way, but not in others. It was ongoing for pretty much the whole four years I was in. As my dear Navy buddy says "it was peacetime, but the men brought the war to us'. and .. she was right.

I called my dad, and on Mon, I go up to talk to him. I told him a bit of what happened as he was worried at how my voice sounded.. He asked if I had a good therapist. and I said I did.. so.. more to follow. I choose Mon, cuz I know I'll see Paladin after, and he'll help me process whatever happens.

So. .there is a uber long post. I am.. hanging in there.. Paladin has been more.. amazing then ever.. and he has kept me upright and putting one foot in front of the other. We had a wonderful weekend together this past weekend.. and he continued to help me process and is very supportive of my being able to get well.

with warm thoughts to all..
Mystress

Happy Pets

2011-12-04T18:46:00.000-08:00

Evening all.

I thought i would just announce my extreme happiness. Yes i know, its kind of a silly idea for a post, but at times i can be silly according to Mystress. The truth is i truly am happy and Mystress is the primary reason indeed. Its a simplistic idea, being happy just belonging, but its truly how i feel. Mystress has owned me now for many years and with each passing year, the happiness just grows. I wonder if other pets garner such happiness from simply belonging?

Happy with being owned.

Paladin

Sick Pets

2011-11-27T19:06:00.000-08:00

Good Evening all.

I hope that everyone is doing well this past Thanksgiving holiday. As always we always hope the best for all our friends and family. I for one was a sick pet over the holidays, but even being sick, my dear Mystress still included me...

Not wanting to get my Mystress sick i tried my best to limit my exposure to her but Mystress would have nothing to do with that. She even order me to kiss her even though i was sick. The sentiment warmed my heart to know my dear Mystress cares so much for me she would brave getting sick herself. Mystress pointed out, we share eveything, which inckudes the occasional cold :) How many other pets are so lucky to have an owner like that ? :)

Even when we had our little family dinner, Mystress gently insisted i still attend and that we would all enjoy the evening. Thats what we did, from enjoying a lovely lovely meal, to watching a movie to just hanging out. I spent the time with my dear Mystress, praying she wouldnt get sick, but still so happy to be apart of it all. Thank you dear Mystress for including your little sick pet, hugs.

Tomorrow i get treated with my Mystress's company, mmm i cant wait.

Paladin

Holiday Times

2011-11-20T15:02:00.001-08:00

Evening All.

So the holiday period is already upon us, can you all believe it. Wow this year as totally flown by.

Mystress and i plan to start our holiday plans this Wednesday with an early thanksgiving dinner with us 2. Then we are off to our Thanksgiving day plans to share our love with all. it plans to be a yummy time and waking up Thursday with my dear Mystress shall be a wonderful treat indeed.

After that we are into our busy christmas minth then whammo new year. But...mmm...i dont mind it at all for its the start of yet another year with my dear sweet loving Mystress.

A special thank you to all the lovely comments on the last post. We truly smile to each other when we realize how special what we have is and that others truly share that thought. Thank you all again and welcome back tot he blog Mia. Enjoy your stay.

Paladin

Changing Plans

2011-11-13T17:32:00.001-08:00

Good evening all.

Well as our luck holds, so did our plans for a trip change. Due to circustances outside our control Mystress and I couldnt get away last weekend but alas, that didnt stop us.

I kept my days off so that i was truly blessed to be able to have my dear Mystress here for a full 5 lovely long and so so sweet days. :) We spent the time longing for one another, and bonding, and spend every waking minute we could with one another. From lovely dinners out, to lovely deserts inside, the time together as always served to rest our minds and recharge our bones. The time has become so special to us i cant even begin to put words together to describe them. In a sense, we prefer our times together more than our other times.

This may sound weird to others because a typical D/S relationship doesnt go to this degree. For us however, things have progress to much more complicated relationship than either of us thought we wanted. For that i am truly blessed. I share my thoughts and desires with Mystress on this as much as i can and hope in my heart, Mystress has the faith in us that i so so do. As my ring to you says Mystress, FOREVER :), so you are stuck with me :)

Things change, and for us, its truly for the better. Take faith in it for the rest will pass, but what we have will always be.

Paladin

Planning Continued

2011-10-30T19:01:00.000-07:00

Evening All.

We hope that all are doing well and that the future continues to treat all as well as it can. Mystress and I are also planning the future...

Our future trip is set for next weekend as for when it will happen and i just know we are both looking forward to it immensly. Mystress is working on picking her destination and once thats done the next phases can continue. Whereever Mystress chooses i know it will be by the sea as its one of Mystress favorite destinations.

Its been sometime since we have been fortunate enough to take a trip for a variety of reasons. I am sure this fact will weight heavily into us enjoying this trip fully and to savor the experience as much as we can for sure. I also personally hope that it can also be the start to a few more trips on more regular basis. It will definitely do us well to bond in strange places :)

Looking forward to planning more with Mystress.

Paladin

Birthday Continued

2011-10-23T15:05:00.000-07:00

Good Afternoon all. We as always send all the best wishes and happiest thoughts. We always hope that as time ticks on, so do the good times for all.

Well Mystress's birthday weekend is in the past and it was a truly wonderful time together. We went shopping for Mystress's treats, spent some wonderful time together, and enjoyed a new dinner experience at a new place in town :) Mystress always craves finding new places to experience and she hit a home run with the new lobster place she found. Yummy indeed and i am sure we will be back again.

Even though the weekend has past, the birthday treats continue. We are now working on a trip out of town together. Its going to be so wonderful and its coming at a time when we both could definitely use a break indeed :) Mystress is doing her research and picking the spot but either choice wil be wonderful indeed. :)

So far the weather for us is also being stubborn. Mystress and i both want the cold rainy days with the doors open and cuddled up yet the weather is determined to continue the 80 degree days, pffbt. We hope it will turn for the final time soon.

With much hope and love

Paladin

Sick Ones

2011-10-09T19:01:00.000-07:00

Good evening all. Mystress and I hope that all our friends are well and that time treats all well.

Mystress and I are both getting over some colds. It definitely makes one feel down and poopy but with each others care and good energy, we definitely help each other get through these little yucky times rather well. We hope this isnt a sign of the winter to come, we much prefer to avoid the plagues s best we can :)

Next weekend is my dear Mystress bday weekend and i am so blessed to have my Mystress staying ere for the weekend. I am so so sure we are going to have a blast and celebrate such a wonderful occasion together.

Mystress and her knight are off to have dinner with their good friend and i hope they have a blast. Enjoy the company and times dear Mystress for they all serve as wonderful distractions.

Back to the sick couch i go...

With all my love to dear Mystress

Paladin

HAPPY BIRTHDAY MONTH

2011-10-02T15:49:00.000-07:00

HAPPY HAPPY BIRTHDAY MONTH DEAR SWEET MYSTRESS.

Yes its that wonderful time of the year, its Mystress birthday month weeeeeee. I've convinced Mystress through pleading to keep my celebrations to the one day but for dear sweet Mystress, we celebrate it all month, wee. I have never heard about his method of celebration before but Mystress through her wonderful teachings brought it to my attention. Why celebreate only one day when you can celebrate the whole month :) So please take your time our dear friends to wish my dear sweet Mytress a happy birthday month.

And what could be even better? Starting the birthday month off with oh so wonderful rain :) MMMMMM rainy season. The next few days have rain on the radar so Mystress and i plan to spend the evenings cuddled under a blanket with the doors open and the rain falling, yummy. I ask you, whats better than cuddling up with ones Mystress on a cold rainy night....mmm

Mystress has her friends visiting today for some lessons and girl time. I wish them the best and to have a blast. Mystress sure is a wonderful Mystress full of tricks to teach. Have fun sharing your knowledge dear Mystress :)

With much love.

Paladin.

Special Treat

2011-09-25T19:45:00.000-07:00

Evening All.

What a special treat indeed. Today i got to spend a part of the day with my dear sweet Mystress doing some chores around her house. Mystress had a number of outside chores to do and being the pet i am, i was only the happiest to help get things setup. Now Mystress has zero worries for her flowers and all her prohects caught up to date.

What makes it even a better treat, is i still get to see my dear sweet Mystress tomorrow, mmm. I so adore my Mystress and her visits. I have definitely come to need the visits and feel so yucky if we cant get together. Do our subby guests feel the same? Do you all feel so much better when your master/mistress arrives? Do you feel like poo when you cant see them? I know i do.

Loving my dear sweet Mystress.

Paladin

KUDOS TO MY MYSTRESS

2011-09-18T18:01:00.001-07:00

Evening All.

Such a wonderful post dear Mystress. It definitely sums up all the wonderful work you guys did and such huge special kudos to you and your fellow volunteers for helping with such a special event. Sounds like you got to channel your "inner Mystress" to deal with some of the tougher individuals :) What a treat for them to feel your wonderful channelings :) I am sure your own miitary experience put the more stubborn ones at ease for they know you had the same experiences and can relate. That would definitely help defuse the situations. I hope to hear about it all tomorrow and see what is planned for the next one.

Mmmm i get to see Mystress tomorrow, and not just tomorrow. Mystress will be here for the next 3 days so i get to soak up all the time with my dear Mystress...yummy. This week is gonna be a long tough one so i will get to soak up some of Mystress's wonderful energy to help me get through it all....damn i am so lucky to have such a magical Mystress....mmm

With all my love for Mystress

Paladin

Stand up for Stand Down

2011-09-18T16:24:00.002-07:00

(This was my view yesterday afternoon from the desk looking across the camp as the sun got ready to set)

And now.. for something completely different.... a sort of.. blogging public announcement.

Here in our California town I was lucky enough to be able to volunteer for the Stand Down for homeless vets this weekend. There are many going on all over the country the next few weeks. As a Navy veteran myself, I am always glad to help out my fellow vets any chance I can. It was my past Master who went last year and told me about it for this year. We were both Airdales in the Navy.. even worked on the same birds during the same years but on different coasts.

Anyways.. for those that don't know what a Stand Down is.. I am posting this because it happens all across our country, and these guys and gals can really use our help. Cold weather is coming, and they need our help to get ready for it.
Find below the national link for it and a quick quote...

http://www.nchv.org/standdown.cfm

The original Stand Down for homeless veterans was modeled after the Stand Down concept used during the Vietnam War to provide a safe retreat for units returning from combat operations. At secure base camp areas, troops were able to take care of personal hygiene, get clean uniforms, enjoy warm meals, receive medical and dental care, mail and receive letters, and enjoy the camaraderie of friends in a safe environment. Stand Down afforded battle-weary soldiers the opportunity to renew their spirit, health and overall sense of well-being.

That is the purpose of the Stand Down for homeless veterans, and achieving those objectives requires a wide range of support services and time. The program is successful because it brings these services to one location, making them more accessible to homeless veterans.

In July 2002, the founders of Stand Down – Robert Van Keuren, Dr. Jon Nachison and Vietnam Veterans of San Diego – asked the National Coalition for Homeless Veterans (NCHV) to become the “keeper of the flame” and provide national leadership for the movement. Since the first Stand Down in San Diego in 1988, the program has become recognized as the most valuable outreach tool to help homeless veterans in the nation today.

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I got to work the Community Services desk. which was very very rewarding. Lots of legal folks volunteer for Stand Down also, and as well as getting a place to sleep for a couple nites and some winter clothes, getting their legal issues delt with is a big deal. We had two judges that came out to hear cases and assign community service time to them, and then we assigned them jobs around camp and in the community and we and their off site supervisors kept track of their hours. More then a few guys spent the nite on their feet doing security service's and cleaning up themselves at the same times. It was... well. beyond gratifying to see the relief in a homeless veteran's eyes who got a $300 ticket for eating on the metro and instead was able to spend a few hours working it off. And almost everyone worked way past the hours that they needed. A guy who needed 4 hours, did 24 and a half cuz he saw the need of his buddies and didn't want to stop keeping the camp clean. When our dear DOD (Department of Defense) messed up and we didn't get the cots and sleeping bags we were supposed to on Fri night, the ones in better shape gave up their beds and bedding for the even less fortunate among the already unfortunate. And it was a chilly nite. That desire to help each other out is a real inspiration to everyone there. Out of over 350 troops.. I'd say there was a prob with maybe 5 people. And they all handled it pretty well amongst themselves.

It was also great the way that anyone who was getting upset was handled.. and there was some upset due the mess up on sleeping bags was fairly quickly calmed down. The other vets would quickly gather round any having a problem and take them for a walk it off... and be sure that there were no altercations. And thru it all, was the esprit de corps of the brotherhood of vets. Although there is lots of good natured ribbing among the different branches.. the marine I was working with kept wanting to add zero's to their required hours. 'Oh no.. not four. you misunderstood. the judge said FOURTY'... and some of them did a double take. and wasn't sure if he was serious or not.. a quick glance at me seemed to reassure the and I'd shake my head and say 'you know them grunts.. good at killing, not so good at counting'.. and he'd laugh. And I did have on my Navy veteran ball cap, to make sure they knew I wasn't just another 'chick' out there. Helped me for sure when a few of the guys wanted to argue with the civilian helping me out. Or they wanted to steal a garbage bag, and we were very very short on them. Told the folks who wanted them for their clothes they didn't have a high enough security clearance for one and that I was sure they wouldn't pass the retina scan.. that made them laugh and seemed to break the occasional tension.

Being on site for the past four days (started sorting clothes after work on Thur and the Community Services desk the last 3 days) was very very much like being back in the service. The sound of taps being played at dusk, and saluting the flag as it lowers, or was being raised. The amazing courtesy of the vets.. never heard so many yes and no Sir's and Ma'am's since my time in the service. Ton's of thank you's also to everyone that was giving them a hand. My Knight came and volunteered too, and we stayed until almost 10 last nite to make sure that the guys could get as many community service hours in as possible.. and we were back there early this morning to sign in the those that had worked security through the night, and some hours needed in the morning. The goal was to get all legal issues taken care of before they left camp today. And it was a closed camp.. participants that came in on Fri had to stay on site till this morning. Many a vet stopped by our table on their way out of camp at 8am this morning, to thank us again, and say how wonderful it was to get things cleared up. The weight off their shoulders was palpable. We smiled, hugged and wished them well.. and hoped to see them back as a volunteer next year, not a participant.

As our troops return from their battles and duty stations, they will need us, all of us, more and more. And agree or disagree with the current politics and such, they are the young folks who rose up after 9/11 to serve us all the best they could and can. And our Viet Nam vets are still out there.. the most challenging group to get services too says the local head honcho. The younger ones, are easy to get schooling and retraining. The older, lots of services and SS for.. but the early to late 50's group is the hardest to figure out what to do for and how to help.

Now.. back to our occasional blog post...

As always, pet and I were in touch throughout, except for on Fri nite when my phone died and i wasn't able to txt him.

My great excitement for pet mounts as his day of oath taking nears! Soon, we won't ever have to worry about him being deported or returned back to (what I consider) his semi barbaric country. I guess I've never worried or even dared think about him not being able to stay here. He''s been here half as long as he's been alive now, and it will be a great relief to us all that this will be a done deal after this week.

As always.. he is of great support and a constant star of guidance and joy.

... one more quick commercial note....

Please.. if any of you will, take the time to check into your local area and see if you can volunteer or donate something to help your local Stand Down. This can be the step that helps our vets get out of homelessness.Two of the top guys flew in from over 2000 miles away to be here because some 15 - 20 years ago, a Stand Down, helped them get off drugs and alcohol and rebuild their lives. Its the connection of vets helping vets, and the community reaching out to support and help them rebuild their lives.. and yes.. some want to stay where they are on the streets... but many, many of them just want a hand up, not out. And they, have already given us their all too.. so please.. take a moment to do more then just think about them on Veteran's or Memorial Day.. do something to help them NOW.. as winter approaches.

http://www.nchv.org/standdown.cfm

Best to all..
Mystress

Happy Changes

2011-09-11T19:14:00.000-07:00

Good evening to all our wonderful guests and friends. Another week has come and gone yet as the time ticks on, and the seasons change, so do us all.

Mystress has been in a period of tranisition for a few months now and all the changes for Mystress are now coming together. Its truly wonderful for the changes havent been easy for Mystress but now, with them complete, i can sense such a huge burden removed from her shoulders. The relief is evident in Mystress's bubbly demeanor and how much more happier she has been the last few weeks. It warms my heart to feel my Mystress becoming happier and knowing that the transition is well on its way and for the better indeed.

As always, Mystress will be here tomorrow and i eagerly wait counting the minutes. it may seem strange to some of our guests how we have a schedule and keep to it, but we do it religiously. Why? Well because we find the structure lends us both a sense of security in knowing whats to come, what we can count and knowing that will never change. I guess thats my small contribution to us, order. I provide the order and structure and Mystress ptovides the wonderful chaos we all need to keep things different, mmm what a wonderful duo indeed.

Happily in service to my dear Mystress.

Paladin.

Anticipating the holiday

2011-09-04T19:16:00.000-07:00

Evening all.

I hope that all our friends and guests are doing well this holiday weekend. It sure doesnt happen often enough these long weekend holidays but i for one do enjoy them every time they come around. And this Labor day i am even more excited for my dear Mystress will be here all day and night, mmmm.

Mystress has been a busy bee this weekend and i cant wait to hear all about what Mystress got up to. I know Mystress has been working like a green smurf in the garden getting it humming in top shape. Eager to see what Mystress has done and to see how we can incorporate the same changes here to make this garden even better.

I am off to finish up my chores, get an early dinner then off to bed to make the night pass on by, for tomorrow, my dear Mystress shall be here.

Paladin

My Sweet Mystress

2011-08-28T18:37:00.000-07:00

Evening to all our wonderful guest and friends. We hope all is going well with all as the summer progresses on. its definitely changing seasons as its been rather a pleasant summer to date, not too hot at all and all it will do now is change to cooler days.

As with the weather, Mystress is changing too. As her last post says, Mystress is tranistioning from her old job to the new one. So far its been a touch anxious but with Mystress's skills, the transition will go smoothly i am sure. Even the new clients have already latched onto Mystress's way of doing things with her wonderful demeanour, even to the point they are trying to get her to break the rules and give them her personal phone :) Its totally expected because everyone who has the opportunity to spend some time with my dear sweet Mystress, always want to be with her as much as possible.

Tomorrow my dear Mystress is here and i cant wait for my dear Mystress to be here. We always have such a wonderful time together and i am eager to watch a show we recorded about SL. I am very curious as to hearing her opinions as Mystress is a SL expert.

With all my love

Paladin

Relaxing at the Spa Weekend

2011-08-22T11:41:00.000-07:00

Greetings Friends and readers,

It's been a mostly relaxing weekend at Chez Paladin's Spa. Started early on Fri after work at My new job (the old one is phasing out and the new one starting part time.) Pet had his citizenship hearing on Thur, and decided to take off Fri as well. Looks like after some 15 years, pet will become an official US citizen in the next month or so. Guess all that quizzing of American civics and history paid off. Poor fella didn't sleep for two weeks before, afraid something might go wrong. Heck.. he's just the kinda person we WANT as a citizen for sure. Master's degree and a house and a good job. And a heck of a good slave to boot. *grin*

So Fri started early with a quick lunch after work ( I got off at 1 that day) and then after a bit of relaxation it was off to see the last Harry Potter movie and dinner. Both were very good. And yes. I did some sniveling at the end of the movie, just like when I finished the last book. We were both pretty zonked though and crashed pretty early and deep.

Sat saw a cooler day, so after breakfast, the choice for which day to garden and slay the rose bushes was chosen. We both worked up quite a sweat and filled the green barrel to overflowing. But now, we can walk the little path that circles the grass again without getting ripped apart by the roses. And the sunflowers were harvested.. the biggest one was cleaned and seasoned and toasted.... only to find no seeds inside. Any of them. The flavor of salt and smoke were excellent. except for the empty shells. So.. next year.. we'll find a better sun flower. that has HUGE seeds in it. and grow those. These started in out in a small pot from the Dollar store. so not too surprising. And they were grand flowers.. just no tasty seeds inside the shells. :(

But. that's been the only 'disappointment'. Otherwise, things have been just charming. Pet is his usual sweet and obedient self. Fun to play with and delightful in giving pleasure. We have worked, played and cooked together and caught up on some shows we record like Deadliest Catch and Hell's Kitchen. Watched the movie Red Riding Hood.. and that was pretty good too.
And watched part of Kingdom of the Blue Whales last nite.. set it to record and we'll finish watching it tonight. Since pet gets up so very early on weekdays, I like to make sure we are in bed early enough to enjoy time before he has to go to sleep. Today, I have to go up the hill and work for a few hours, then back to spend a regular Mon with pet.

This is the last week of my going up the hill.. after so many years.. it will feel very very odd to not be making that journey. My new job is just a few miles from my home, and so that will save me tons of gas. Plus.. now. when I leave work, all the worries stay there, and it won't be my sole responsibility anymore, thos 7 lives I've had on my caseload for all this time. And that too, will be a HUGE relief. Not quite as free as Molly and Mick, but no more being called in the evenings and weekends, with a client dropping their lives problems in my lap to fix. Nope.. not my prob any more!!! So. here's tipping my had to Mick and Molly, and myself. and all things that seen new with less stress!!!

i am off work tomorrow, and think I'll play around some in Second Life. It's still a great escape and way to relax. Am setting up a new house next to the beach, always fun!

I wish everyone out there all good things as always..
and a smile and a wink...
Mystress

Keeping in touch

2011-08-14T16:47:00.000-07:00

Evening all.

Half way through summer and the hot days keep on ticking :) Before we know it, the clouds will build and mmmmm the weather will change to cold and rainy. Oh i cant wait.

Mystress is out and about today tweaking on her lovely garden. Mystress has such a wonderful green thumb. The plants she got in the newly turned soil last weekend have already doubled in size...wow. It takes me forever to get a plant to grow and Mystress doubles hers in a week..a little jealous :) But all is good because i know Mystress has her touch on the garden here as evident by the giant roses in the backyard.

Next weekend Mystress and i planning a great weekend together...mmm cant wait to have Mystress here. We have such a blast together and Mystress is such winderful company...mmm

Paladin

A Special Treat

2011-08-07T19:10:00.000-07:00

Good Evening All.

Today was a special treat for me as i got to spend the day with my dear sweet Mystress. Mmmm so yum. I do so love each time we are together for its truly wonderful to work on projects with my dear Mystress.

Today we were at Mystress's place turning over some soil and installing a drip irrigation system....sounds super duper exciting doesnt it :) I know its not all lights camera action but for us, its a wonderful time to be together and to strengthen our team owrk together. So for the day, we toiled in the soil and setup a rather handy dandy irrigation system to water all Mystress plants automatically...no more back breaking work for my dear Mystress. We decided we shall use this setup as a blue print for our future projects here at Mystress's other gardens. It sure will make all the upkeep for them all so so much easier.

Whats even better, is now i only have to count a handful of hours before i see my dear Mystress tomorrow...mmmm

With such happiness and dedidcation to Mystress

Paladin

Angle Of The Dangle

2011-07-31T19:05:00.000-07:00

Good evening all.

How are all our wonderful guests this nice warm summer eve? We hope all are doing well and life is treating all well.

Mystress has had a busy 4 days visting with friends from out of the country and doing the tour guide thing. She sounds like she is having a truly wonderful time which is so so wonderful to hear. It please me to such levels to know Mystress is having such a wonderful time.

So on Monday Mystress gave me an assigment for the week i had to do and report my findings tonight. Mystress want me to monitor for the week which of my testicles hanged lower than the other and to note whether or not it changes. Well Mystress, i can report that the left is lower than the right and no, it doesnt change. Another observation is that it also hangs from left to right. I hope this information Mystress finds usefull and amusing :)

I eagerly wait to see my Mystress tomorrow. It will be great to hear of all her adventures of the last four days. Looking forward to it much.

With much love for Mystress

Paladin

Happiness

2011-07-24T17:07:00.000-07:00

Good Afternoon all our wondeful guests and friends.

Its time once again to pronounce my super high level of happiness at this time of the year. Why, well its officially 4 days into my 5th year of service, 361 day to go till 5 oh so magical years with Mystress. Our friends always express a delighted suprise when they relize how long its been, sort of suprise to them, but a pleasant suprise. It certainly isnt a chore and its truly a delightful time indeed. I do look forward to many many more years to come. I always tell Mystress, "I aint going anywhere and she is stuck with me" :) Dare i ask how many years some of our guests have been in service to their doms? I am kinda curious as to what sort of times others have had in service? Tomorrow my dear Mystress is coming over and i am sure we will celbrate our times together :)

Paladin

Its that time

2011-07-17T19:00:00.001-07:00

Good evening all our dear guests.

Summer is ticking on by as it always does. Mystress is up in the hills tonight with her knight and sister in-law. Its her birthday so Mystress and her knight are treating her to a wonderful time up in the mountains. Its reall a wonderful location and a great place to spend some calm and relfecting time just relaxing and recharging. I hope they truly have a grand time.

This week is also our anniversary week. Weee 4 years in the service of Mystress with each day more special and rewarding than the last. As i mention, time flys, but it all leads to years and years of time together. Mystress and I are truly blessed to have so much time together with many many more years to come. The truly sucky part however is i have a business trip this week and i leave on our anniversary day :( The truly sucks and i cant apologize enough to dear Mystress. Mystress says we shall celebrate when i return and i hope to take her up on her sweet offer.

Well i go now to do my daily garden duties. As Mystress mentioned, our garden is looking marvelous so i do my due deligence to keep it sparkling and thriving for my dear Mystress. I have a feeling Mystress cant wait to bite into our fresh tomatoes. Next year, who knows how big our garden will get :)

Paladin

Of Lawns and Cars

2011-07-14T09:36:00.000-07:00

Hello Friends..

Been a while since I posted. When I got back from my vacation, I had some rough news regarding my work, and I've been beating feet ever since. Paladin as always, has been a tower of strength, and a beacon of calm reasonableness in his moral and even financial support in this overly rough time for me. He runs very solid and constant, and when so many other things are changing, I am glad that he is just the same. He once wrote about being like a weeping willow grown from a bolder.. and he is like that. I can cling under his protection when storms around me rage, and he is always unflappable and reasonable, yet he is also deeply passionate and adoring. His first inclination when anything is wrong, is to send the peaceful an relaxing energy of Reiki to me, and I can feel it helping me to get a grip when I might otherwise lose it.

He writes about our garden, and indeed, it is doing amazingly well! The herbs have all been growing gangbusters as have the sunflowers. Although Paladin feels his are not quite up to par since only one is growing to the right size. The rest have been much shorter. But they still have bright, happy faces to me!

He had also redone the whole back yard lawn with fresh sod when I returned, and has been fastidious about being sure it's watered properly. Some long time readers.. may remember when he bought his house near ours a couple years ago, the lovely green lawn he had seen when he agreed to buy it, had seemingly been un-watered during the 60 or so days of escrow and was dry and brown that first day when we went to the new home with the key fresh from the realtor. I remember looking up at him and saying "Pet....I don't think grass is supposed to crunch.' He made his characteristic stallion snort about it.. and set off to bring it back. Which he did.. then he fought a long and loosing battle with the plethora of weeds that had sprung up when he got what grass there was to grow. So.. he decided to kill it all.. and then spent a few months carting all the dead stuff out in his green waste container. And.. while I was gone.. he undertook to do the fresh sod.. so when I came back, it was now, a pure, lovely green oasis. We've had a couple of very nice weekends chopping the huge rose canes back so we can use the walkway around the grass without being torn to shreds.

And his help with the car.. was wonderful. He's done the brakes on his mustang a few times and has all the air tools and such organized like any good engineer and while he got pretty filthy doing it, it was all done in less then an hour I think. Again, much gratitude.. brakes is one of those things shops love to do, and then tell you all the other things wrong, and charge you crazy prices to do it. Brakes and rotor done under $100!

All in all, things are pretty well. Some emotional family drama has kept me a bit off my regular solid footing, but I hope for the best, and keep one foot in front of the other. I've not had much focus to keep on the blog here, or our dear friends out there, but I hope to be a bit more grounded in the new few weeks. At least Paladin keeps things running smoothly while I am away or busy. He is ever the well trained protector and pleasure slave, in contact all day with texts, always checking in to see how I am, which is a heartwarming especially when things have been so.. challenging.

Well, I have several chores to do today and wish to get on my way before the day is too warm.
Best to all,
Mystress

Special Treat

2011-07-10T15:28:00.000-07:00

Good Afternoon all....hot enough for everyone? It sure is nice and toasty here. Its not our favorite weather thats for sure but its a nice change of pace. The countdown to the rainy days have already began so we will continue to count the days down :)

Today was a special treat for me. My dear Mystress came for a vist this morning....weee. I helped her knight with a few motor vehicle chores and we had dear Mystress up and rnning asap. It was a wonderful treat indeed and i enjoyed it immensly. Mystress is off in her newly re-tuned vehicle to visit with a friend this evening. Have a great visit dear Mystress.

While they were here, Nystress had to show off the garden. Her knight was truly impressed. We have a wonderful garden going and it sure doesnt look to be ending anytime soon. In fact, i am off to give the little guys their showers and fresh does of miracle grow...hopefully they will all grow up to be the mutant plants Mystress seems to grow :) Mystress has some sunflowers over 6Ft tall now and mine ours here are maybe half that size....i will have to learn all Mystress's secrets.

With such love and care for Mystress...

Paladin

Appreciation

2011-06-26T16:44:00.000-07:00

Good Afternoon All.

Well summer has officially showed up :) 100+ days and the familiar sound of the AC unit, what a lovely time it is. What makes this summer truly better is watching our projects prosper.

This year as you all know, Mystress and I officially got the yard setup and back into top notch order. And now we get to enjoy the rewards of our work. The flowers are blooming, the herbs growing like weeds and everything dark and green. My folks were over, and they both commented how wonderful the yard was. For that i have my dear Mystress to thank for she is trully the green thumb :)

Next year, or perhaps later this summer, we plan to start a black and white garden. Black and White??? yes Black and White :) When we were last at the nursery we both instantly locked on to these wonderful black violets. The were very striking indeed. Mystress being the researcher she is discovered a whole variety of different black and white plants and the whole concept of a black and white garden. So we both decided to get one setup for they are truly marvelous to see. This shall be yet another wonderful project for Mystress and I.

Do we have any guests with experience in Black And White? If so please feel free to leave your comments as any advice is always welcome.

In Loving Service of Mystress
Paladin

Changing Times

2011-06-19T19:25:00.000-07:00

Good Afternoon All.

Here it is, the last evenng of a super fast weekend, why do they always go so fast ? :) Dont wory, Mystress and i are still working on our time machine so we never loose time together and i am sure we will share the plans with all.

We hope that everyone is still doing well out there. Our blog is a quiet one but we know from our tracking, that we still get many readers and thats all that counts.t Its changed from when we started yet change is most always for the better.

Mystress too is changing, well more like spreading her wings. Mystress has started to share her reiki on a broader basis, bring it to those that need it most. Its wonderful to hear how excited Mystress is about this change and it tickles me pink, well maybe not pink, that Mystress finds such enjoyment in her adventures. I do my best to keep Mystress motivated and flapping her wings to soar ever higher. So far she has gather some followers and in time Mystress will have all the people she can handle in a single day.

Hugs to my dear sweet Mystress. So proud of you for following all your desires and wants.

Paladin

Growing Times

2011-06-05T18:58:00.000-07:00

Good evening all. Another week goes by yet a lovely week it was. It was cold and raining, yes cold and rainiy all week in June in Cali, and Mystress and i just loved it :) Right before the rains started, last weekend actually, Mystress and i started out back yard garden.

Mystress started growing some seeds before her trip and this past weekend we made a trip to the nursery, hunting for the perfect compliments, pots and other assorted garden supplies. Wee so much fun :) We spent all memorial day digging up soil and trimming roses and planting flowers, herbs and anything else we could think of. Now the yard is starting to look totally awesome and i has Mystress's wonderful touch all over it. Now part of my duties include updates and pictures of how the little plants are doing and making sure our wonderful work together prospers, just like Mystress and I prosper.

Today also included a lovely treat. I got to spend a good many hours with Mystress in SL. I got to meet her lovely new subby, and let me say she does dance rather well. After that we spent time at Mystress's SL Reiki Center giving reiki together. Its rather slow and passive yet very rewarding to give one reiki. It was yum and a wonderful treat indeed.

Now i sit and count the hours till i sleep, and see my dear Mystress tomorrow. Be well all and may the best of everything come to you all.

Paladin

So Happy To have Mystress Back

2011-05-22T15:46:00.000-07:00

Afternoon All.

Mmmmm its so so so so so so wonderful to be sitting here, this Sunday afternoon, writing my blog with my dear sweet Mystress back from her trip and so so close. It was so wonderful seeing my dear Mystress home i couldnt even wait for our night, i just had to go see Mystress early and have some yummy dinner. Now why has it taken so long to post, considering my Mystress has been home for 2 weeks, well thats for a good reason...

Days after my Mystress was home, we got to spend the weekend together and oh so so yummy a weekend it was. We had wonderful dinners and cuddled on the couch, looking at all the pictures Mystress took and listening to all her stories intently. I can assure all, Mystress had a blast of a trip and will have such wonderful memories for years and years to come. Its not often someone can take such a journey, especially to some of the spiritual places Mystress visited, and have each and every moment live on in memories yet Mystress has, and will not forget them anytime soon.

Now we settle back into our wonderful routines, and i write this knowing that tomorrow, i will walk in the house to see my dear Mystress sitting on her throne, welcoming me home. MMMMM such a lovely site. I enjoy it each and every time for i get to kneel and lean into Mystress and taste a sweet kiss...mmm so intoxicating.

Floating on intoxicating images...
Paladin

Wee happy times

2011-05-09T21:28:00.000-07:00

Evening all

I am on edge and so happy tonight for my Mystress is flying through the air coming home...mmmmmmmmmmm I can't wait to see my dear Mystress. I cant wait to pick her brain and hear all the stories about her adventures.

Mystress texted me from SD, apparently they had some security issues and had to change planes there...i hope all is ok. My phone is on the fritz and is loosing its signal which sucks. I would of so prefered to have txted some to get the full story. The least txt Mystress said she was boarding the new plane so i assume all is good.

Mystress will txt when she lands and i hope to be half asleep so i can hear it and welcome her back.

WEEEEE Mystress coming home.

Paladin

Celebrating the end of a vacation.

2011-05-08T17:19:00.000-07:00

Good evening all. I hope as always that everything goes well with all our wonderful friends and guests. I cant beliebe another full week has slipped by in the blink of an eye...time flys and its unstoppable :) Along with this passing of time, comes the celebration to the end of a vacation...

Now that may sound terrible and not fun at all, but in my mind its well worth celebrating. Not out of meanness nor spite, but out of happiness and excitement. Tomorrow my Mystress returns home from a long vacation and i couldn't be happier for i get to see my dear sweet Mystress, how i have missed her these past weeks and weeks. We have so much to catchup on and to share and being in the phyiscal presence of my dear Mystress once again will be a wonderful thing indeed.

I wish my dear Mystress a speedy and safe trip home to her castle, her home and us.

Paladin

Nearing the Desitnation

2011-05-01T18:24:00.000-07:00

Good evening all

So goes another week without my Mystress :( I have missed dear Mystress bunches and cant wait till she is home. Yet on the flip side i do not want her trip to end without Mystress enjoying it to her fullest. Its so important to me that Mystress enjoy her wonderful vacation and trip with friends. The memories are pricesless and worth the cost indeed.

Mystress plans to be at her final destination Monday then she has a full week of touristy stuff planned. It will be great for them have a base of operations to take all their day trips from and still have a comfy bed to return to at night. I wish them the best of times with their trips and enjoy it to the fullest.

As Mystress mentions, i have been working at projects to prepare the yard for Mystress's return. We plan to utilize it fully this summer so i am working to get it all done so we can. Thanks to Mystress for all the wonderful yard tips and projects. Our yard will look amazing this summer indeed.

Here and There
Kum and Go

Paladin

Travelling Update..

2011-04-30T22:53:00.000-07:00

Greetings Friends and Readers...

First.. that sign. Didn't realize what kinda store I was in till I looked at the clerks shirt and did a double take. Then I noted the sign on the wall. They seem so be a very helpful corporation as there are many stretches cleaned by Kum & Go. Teeeeheeee.. stll gives me a chuckle.

From Colorado Springs, we went onward and spent the night in Hays Kansas. Windy as all get out. And a tiny bathroom, only 2 tiles wide for the 'seating area', I kid you not. From there it was to Stewartsville, MO where my best friend from HS was. We got there just in time for dinner with her boyfriend and a couple of her adorable grandkids.. and two wonderful feline fur baby's, one of whom opted to get up with me at 4:45 am (central time now) to watch the Royal Wedding. I'd watched his parents get married the year I got out of the service with some friends, and for some reason, I just really wanted to watch it live. Both my friend and traveling companion opted out. But Furbaby was in. At least I didn't feel so bad after hearing that 8,000 folks in Kansas City got up for it to go sit next to Diana's wedding dress. Well, excuse me, only 3,000 only got to be next to the dress.. the other 5000 were out some place in a building NEXT to where the dress was. So I didn't feel quite so funny to be curled up on my friends couch with a purring kitty watching at happy love story unfold. Them Brits sure can throw a wedding, I'll say that! And I thought Harry was a kick.. like a mischievous kitten.. just waiting for something fun to bat at.

I started watching just after Kate was in the car at 4:45... and watched till 6:30 when they went into Buckingham Palace. I did througly enjoy it I have to admit. Then went back to bed for a few hours. We were up and out by noon and onto LeClaire, where the show American Picker's is shot. Interesting store, but much smaller then we thought. Then it was off to Chicago. Boy was it windy! We drove by Millennium Park and around a bit before settling into our hotel for the evening. We are about 13 hours from our final destination and plan on a long drive tomorrow to make it on Mon.

Pet has been in constant contact with me. He spent the today working on painting some trip and installing the new sprinkler system in preparation for possible sodding the lawn next weekend. He sent lots of pictures, and I greatly appreciated. Didn't feel like I was missing on all the yard renovation fun. Am certainly wishing him well in his projects.

Well, time to sign off.. long ass drive tomorrow.
Best to all,
Mystress

Onward the Journey - getting to meet virtual friends!

2011-04-27T21:00:00.000-07:00

Greetings Dear Friends and Readers...

I have been doing Reiki on a fellow veteran in Second Life for several months now.. at least back before my birthday in Oct when her Master brought her to me asking for help. On my birthday, she made me a wonderful outfit which has since been one of my very favorites. Well, on this cross country trip, we had the opportunity to take a swing up to Colorado Springs to meet this charming lady and her daughter. My traveling companion was tired after her share of driving up from Santa Fe. So I went off to meet her on my own. It was a delightful time. Her daughter is a a very cute little chatterbox. I can say it sure was nice to smile at my cyber friend across the table and to have a face to go with the avatar. She showed me another outfit she has made for me in Second Life, which is quite stunning. I'll have to post a pic of it here at some point.

After I got back from the yummy dinner, and being online for a bit.. as I got ready for bed, I looked out the window.. and oh my gosh. it was snowing! My friend who was asleep when I got back, woke up as I was looking out the window, and moaned that she had left her camera in the car, and she was afraid it would freeze, and while I was out fetching it for her.. well of course.. I had to get some pics and a vid. Geesh. that woke me up for sure. Out in the blizzard in my 'jamies and tennis shoes, snow blowing sideways. took me a while to get relaxed after that. This will be the first time that I have tried posting a video.. so we'll see how it goes.

Pet mentioned that we got some time to cam. Which we did. This leads me to the fact that pet had finally (although accidentally) named his errr.. 'private parts' for me.. and the name is..... Amusements. How did it get that name? Well.. I had told pet that I was going to want to 'watch' him some on cam while I was gone. *wink wink* He knows what I mean. When I asked him what I wanted to see on cam the other night, he said 'amusements'.... so.. hence he is right. and that's the new name. Cute huh?? And indeed.. I did get to see Amusements tonight.. and he is looking quite healthy. Unlike Mick over at UCTMW, Paladin doesn't have any schedule for cumming, unless it's for me on cam. *grin* So in some ways, although Amusements isn't caged up, he's not getting any relief either.

Tomorrow I get to see my bestest high school friend, and I am pretty excited. From her place, we head on east, but I don't know exactly which route. The weather is pretty scary and we are tying to dodge tornado's. We are headed on to Maryland.. any suggestions?

Best to all,
Mystress

Mystress Time. Wee

2011-04-27T19:08:00.001-07:00

Good evening all.

Today is a Mystress day and although Mystress isnt here, we still had the chance to have some time together. Mystress was so kind to chat with me on yahoo some while i cammed for her. It was good to get some fast communication between us :) We text tons and tons through out the day, yet depending on where Mystress is, they can be rather snail pace. We tried to chat and cam last night but the hotel Mystress was in had really slow internet, so the cam was choppy and messages way dealyed.

Mystress is making good time across the big country and tonight is the last hotel night before staying at a friends. This plan was alittle up in the air but i am glad Mystress managed to finalize her plans. Mystress said its been 6 years since she last saw her best high school friend so i am sure there will be tins of catching up. Mystress thinks she will try to extend the stay there by a day and i really hope she manages too.

Mystress has tasked me with some tasks so off i go to get them taken care of.

Have a wonderful eve and days to come dear Mystress. So glad the trip is going well for you.

Paladin

Easter in Sedona

2011-04-24T22:56:00.000-07:00

Yes... Sedona is a long way from Montana... our original destination. But weather and plans got changed, so as Paladin mentions.. we went thru Las Vegas on our new route. And indeed, got to see our normal 'summer' visitor in her home turf. Had a kick ass seafood 'extravaganza'... which for me was 3 plates of crab legs that Capt Phil woulda been real proud to haul in.

From LV, we headed to Sedona... thought I had never been here, but it turns out, that I had been to Chapel of the Holy Cross on a trip I took here with my folks back when I was in high school. Sedona was not the new age attraction then that is it now. Turns out the chamber of commerce here does have these nifty GPS Ranger's they call em. For $27 bucks you get them for the whole day. We had ours from around 11pm till about 6:30. Had wonderful list of places to see, and narration and videos that it plays .. sound comes thru your radio on 107.7. After we had dropped it off, we rather missed the nice voice telling us all the things that we were passing by.

Tired... oh gosh.. am I tired tonight though. Got some rubber legs from all the hiking. Think I'm gonna have an ibprophene and chocolate pudding. and get some rest.

Tomorrow we head to Santa Fe, and then on to Colorado Springs from there... and then on east to Maryland. Think we are stopping in St. Joseph, Mo to see my best high school friend for a night. Other then that, now that our route has changed... we don't have much of an idea of where we are stopping each nite. My friend can't do much more then 5 hours in the car... so it's taking us some time to get where we are going. But.. we are having fun along the way.

I do miss my Paladin.. and do wish we'd made it to Phoenix to see Robert... but the east coast is still a long way away.. and my flight won't change on the 9th.. so best we get a move on.

Wishing everyone all good things..
Mystress

Happy Updates

2011-04-24T18:52:00.000-07:00

Good evening all.

I hope that everyone is doing well and that the coming warm weather is exciting for all. Mystress and I prefer the colder rainy days but summer does afford us sometime to putter around the gardens together, making them bend to Mystress's will and her wonderful mental images. Mystress sure can put a lovely garden together. When Mystress gets back, i am sure we will have a bunch more things to do.

Mystress is well into her trip and wow it sounds like a wonderful time indeed. Their plans changed last minute, well the path travelled more, due to weather concerns. The new path has been a blessing so far for Mystress for its taken her to Vegas to catchup with a good friend. Having met her before, i know that Mystress is going to have a grand time. Today Mystress was out and about on a GPS tour. I found it interesting that one could actually rent a GPS device from a city, with a pre-planned tour in in and off you go....kudos to them for a good idea. Maybe Mystress will find many more places like that. It sure makes planning a trip or excursion easier :)

I have Missed my dear Mystress and our times together, yet i am very happy Mystress is on her trip. Its not often that one gets to go on such a trip with a good friend. Keep enjoying your time dear Mystress and know that your pet is always here and waiting.

With all my love for Mystress

Paladin

Upcoming Road Trip

2011-04-14T20:56:00.000-07:00

Greetings Friends and Readers...

As Paladin as been mentioning, yes, I am headed out on a cross country road trip. Literally. All the way from our northern California abode to Maryland. The prompting for this trip, is that my ex-Mistress, but still dearest friend needed someone to ride with her as she is going to visit her Uncle and Aunt, the Uncle she is legally responsible for, and has developed Alzheimer's and family care situations have changed. His wife has been ill and sometimes cannot take care of him. A new plan to handle things must be devised and so she is going to stay back there for a while. The plan is we drive out now, I fly back from Boston on 5/9.. then maybe around her birthday in mid July I fly back and we drive back again, depending on how things go.

So, our plan it to go north. Wed, 4/20 we are on the road hopefully by 1 or 2. First stop is her mom's home, someplace God forsaken in Nevada. Next, we head for Montana via Twin Fall's ID. In Montana is my very first slave P... a hunky Viking who I was not quite mean enough for, although his dear and very lovely wife is. They got married about a year after My Knight and I did, and they had come to our wedding. We all visited a few times, but its been about 6 years since they moved to Montana. They have been issuing invitations ever since. Mistress C knew him then too.... so I think he is in a bit of excitement of the idea of THREE Mistress's at one time. TeeeHeeee.. he's got a great ass for spanking.. and dear Mistress K, his wife is always gracious about sharing him. She's a pretty hot number herself. yummmy! He says I am still one of the best Mystress's he ever knew. *grins* And I've only gotten better, especially since collaring dear Paladin.

So... after a weekend in Montana, I believe we head for Yellowstone... and then to Mt. Rushmore. From there we wander off towards Chicago... and then down towards Maryland. However.. its all dependent on weather, and free housing offers from friends (hey in this economy, every dollar counts, right?)... in somewhat interesting places. ;)

So.. if any of our fellow bloggers are out there along the directions we are heading.. please let me know.. I'd be thrilled to meet you. If we don't make it on this pass, perhaps the next one.

This weekend I'll be with Paladin, trying to get my fill (impossible but fun to try) of him and as much obedient sub as I can. Too bad sub P and Mistress K are so early in the trip.. I may be going thru withdrawals by Chicago.

However... I am taking my laptop... and Paladin has been instructed that he'll have to amuse us when we can't find something more amusing to do in the evenings. Mistress C got to meet Paladin early on.. and she's the one who came to his place to teach him how to do manicures in the summer time. *grins* She gotten to warm that cute ass before too, although it's been a while. Anyways.... the point being, she's quite fond of him and knowing we'll have him on cam at our command when we want will be great fun!

So that's the lay of the plan so far.. I've never been East of Florida (where I spent my Navy and collage years) except for our daughters play in Pittsburg about 10 years ago. I'm especially excited to go to Washington DC and some of the monuments there.. and Monticello..for some reason, I've always wanted to go there. and Mistress C wants us to take a visit up to NY as well. I'd like to see Strawberry Fields.. and maybe see Superman if its still playing.

Any suggestions anyone has about places to go and see or things to do (I am in search of the giant ball of yarn) would be greatly welcomed!

Thanks to all and best to all as well,

Mystress

Time Is Near

2011-04-10T18:48:00.000-07:00

Good evening all.

Time ticks on by and the time for wonderful trips approachs. This weekend Mystress and i share together before Mystress goes off on her wild girls only road trip :) Well maybe not as wild as some of you guys are picturing :)

I am so happy Mystress gets to go on this lovely trip with her good friend. They have been planning for ages and have everything setup and ready to go :) It is very important to me that we all stay close to each other, our friends and family and this trip will certainly keep Mystress and her friend close indeed. Knowing each of the ladies, i know they are going to have a blast.

It will be a long 2.5 weeks without my Mystress's touch but as always we will always be in touch. Be in txt or phone or something even more interactive (Mystress has some wicked orders that involve cams and audiences). We shall share the trip together in the constant communication we shall have through out. Do enjoy it fully Mystress and know that i shall as always be here when you return. I look forward to all the stories and updates :)

Have a wonderful evening to all our friends and family...i count the minutes till i see my dear Mystress tomorrow.

Paladin.

Soecial Treat

2011-04-03T19:36:00.000-07:00

Good Evening All

Another week, and another week under the belt of service to my dear Mystress. It was a rather hectic week but any week, regardless of the craziness, in the service of Mystress is so so wonderful.

Tofay was a special treat for me. I got to see my Mystress today and help her teach a reiki class. A treat for sure. I have only seen my Mystress in teaching when i had my attunement. Today i got to see my Mystress in full swing teaching a full class of 5. Let me just say, Mystress sure does know her stuff. She answered every question thrown her way and with all the details the students wanted. It was a wonderful treat indeed. There were rumblings of more course int he future and perhaps i will have the chance yet again to see my dear Mystress in action.

Well i will keep this short. Having a small issue with my eyes, so off i got to use my wonderful reiki skills, care of dear Mystress, to releive them some.

Paladin

Road Trips

2011-03-27T18:31:00.000-07:00

Good evening all

First quarter done and here comes April. Wow the year is going quick but Mystress and i cant complain for April is the month of road trips :)

Mystress has a very long road trip with her girlfriend planned for the end of the month, and when i say long, i amean all teh way across the country...whew thats a long drive :) I really cant wait for Mystress to go on this trip, not because i dont want to be with my Mystress, but because it will be a number of weeks with Mystress on a girls time road trip. Whats better than two ladies on a raod trip across the country? I am sure there will be plenty of banter and girl bonding time :)

On friday Mystress helped me pick a new car too, nothing special just something to commute with, but it also now gives Mystress and i a reliable option to do some trips for ourselves. I know Mystress has been waiting for sometime for it and i hope that the trips we plan will be all she wants. I look forward to them as any time with Mystress is a wonderful time. I will have to pull out my notes and hints chart and see what fits the bill for us as soon as possible :)

Thank you again dear Mystress for all your help this last week too. You made the entire search and process so much more enjoyable.

In happy service of my dear sweet Mystress.

Paladin

Wee back to normal

2011-03-20T18:33:00.000-07:00

Good Evening All

Well its a wekk later and i am happy to report, Mystress and i are back to normal, well 98% normal :) Thank you to all our friends and guests who wished us a speedy recovering. Your well wishes and pleasant energy definitely helped us to get back into the land of the healthy. No longer do we have plague central here :)

Well the first quarter is already done, wow time flies but its also a great time. Mystress is in deep plans for a few all girl road trips in the near future :) I am sure they will be wonderful times indeed. Oh to be a fly on the dashboard during those trips :) Mystress will be gone quiet sometime so I will miss my nights with Mystress but will make up for it when dear Mystress returns. I am sure we will be in constant contact during her trip, exhancing pics and keeping each other updated full time.

We as always enjoy our friends and guest who visit. Mystress just loves keeping upto date with all the blogs linked to us, she finds them to be rather educational. :) Its a great little ring we have with each of us contributing someting rather unique to it. Hopefully we can all learn alittle something from each other...like i know my Mystress really wants a set of boots now :)

To all our friends and guests, keep smiling, having a great time and may the time be good to all.

Paladin

Catching Up

2011-03-17T17:59:00.000-07:00

Evening all.

Well the past week has been a series of coughs, sneezes, sniffles and general yuckiness...yes a technical term for feeling crappy. Mystress and i have been sick, together :), and have spend the entire last week huddled up in, as Mystress calls it, plague central. During this time each of us has taken turns caring for the other, with hot teas being made for each other, and blankets pull up tight, as well as many many reiki to help fight the horrid colds we had. Evening though we were sicker than dogs, the full time stay by my Mystress was a lovely lovely wonderful treat and one we both enjoyed, even if it was a strange way to spend time together. We truly do have so much in common and during this time our choices for remedies, and activities to pass time and all together everything we did seemed to mesh very well. Hopefully we get to repeat the time toegther without being so sick in the future :)

Today was a special treat for my Mystress as she got to spend it together with her lovely lady friend. They make such a great pair of friends that everytime they are together it warms my heart knowing that they are both having a truly wonderful time. I've mentioned it numerous times to dear Mystress how important it is to maintain girl time, probably to the point of being a pain :) I do believe it to be very important for balance and hope that Mystress and D keep up such a wonderful friendship for both their cases. Big hugs to both you sexy ladies.

Mystress makes a very good post regarding Japan, and i urge all our guests to join us in sending good energy to the people of Japan. Mystress and I thought the world was coming to an end when we were sick, kinda dwarfed in seriousness compared to Japan. All we can do is pray that it all gets better in time and that nothing more happens to Japan. Hopefully our good energy will serve to ease the suffering a touch and make things a touch more barable.

With happy thoughts of Mystress, and good energy to Japan, i take my leave

Paladin

Prayers for Japan...

2011-03-16T17:04:00.000-07:00

This has been a terrible tragedy.. and our hearts go out to all the people there. Especially the workers at the nuclear plants that are working so desperately to save their country, and our planet from something that has terrible possibilities.

Thursday night I was in Second Life, giving distance Reiki to a veteran, and the earthquake had happened just as I was signing off and heading to bed. I took Paladin's blue Reiki bear with me, and fell asleep sending Reiki to the veteran, Paladin who was coughing in his sleep.. and Japan.

I woke to Pet's 'oh shit!' around 7am from the living room and when I asked what was up, he said pics of Japan. Oh yes.. now I remembered, but I was literally sick and tired.. and I fell back asleep for a bit.

Later after I was up, while huddled on the couch with the flu, I watched the tsunami come to my state's shores, wiping out our best fishing port of Crescent City, and the Santa Cruz docks. Saw the giant whirlpool... and cried.. still am.. sending all the prayers, good thoughts and energy that I can. At least, being able to send distance Reiki to the people there is a blessing to not feel so helpless. I have messages from other Reiki groups online and I know all over the world, people are sending their love and positive thoughts there.

So we pause for a serious moment as the struggle to get those nuclear plants under control wages on, and salute the heroes there that are sacrificing their lives for the greater good of all. Rods are melting, water to cool is gone.. how scary is that???

May they be successful...for all of us.

Mystress

Reporting from Plague Central....

2011-03-10T19:42:00.000-08:00

Uggh... We've been slimed!!!

Last Fri before I went to my clients house, his wife calls and asks can we stay there till she gets back from the pharmacy with some meds for their 8 year old daughter. Okay... sure. *smacks head with palm* What was I thinking???

So I get there.. and my client answers the door, he communicates in sign language that we need to wait for his wife.. I respond that I know, she called me. I come in to wait. From the back area of the house, I hear a sick little voice greeting her 'Auntie... " I call back to her and let her know I'm not coming down there to see her as I don't want to get sick. Her Dad is now trying to getting his shoes on and as I turn to get a good look at him, he gives up and sits down on the couch. Oh me gosh.. he's almost green... he's got it bad too! Suddenly alarms and klaxons are going off.

DA PLAGUE, DA PLAGUE.. DANGER WILL ROBINSON.....RUN AWAY RUN AWAY!!

I tell quickly that him I am NOT going anywhere with him today, he needs to stay home and get well. He signs 'well.. okay, but I don't feel that bad' followed by a coughing fit. HUMPH! So, I write a note for his wife since she is driving and I don't want to call her. So I do and leave, hoping I have escaped as I didn't get close to either one of them. Of course the title of the post gives it away.

Ahhh.. but the pen.. someone must have used the pen he had me use... because mid day on Monday, after a totally delightful Sunday outing with pet, and holed up comfortably at his house.. my head.. starts to pounding.... and the itchy throat, erupts violently.. the lungs start to wheeze.. oh poooooo... I'm coming down with something, When Paladin gets home on Mon, he's starting to cough as well. I call my Knight Tue morning to let him know that I am sick, and that he might want to stay at his sub's house and not get it from me when I go home. I know that they will both like that idea. But.. then he tells me that roomie is back from out of town, got in the night before, and can't I just stay at Paladin's where the plague has it's talons in and keep the home castle free from it???

Dear Paladin is amenable.. and so.. here I've been all week. I was lucky enough to be able to get off work as my clients and I have a long standing agreement that we don't meet up if we are sick. No spreading it around. In fact, my Thur client called on Wed afternoon just as I was having a coughing fit.. I finally stop and manage a 'hello.. I'm sorry for that'.. After a moment of silence I hear the client say "Uh, can I see you next week instead of tomorrow?" *chuckles* 'yeah, that's a pretty good idea'

Today my Knight brought over some extra clothes for me, and left them, a corned beef and a ham on the door stoop for us. Kinda funny. Who I feel the worst for is poor Paladin.. a close relative of his boss died on Mon and since he is out of town, Paladin is in Head Techie in charge. So off he's gone off to work hacking and coughing. Bet he's popular at the office. And neither of us is sleeping very well. Too eerie to hear one's lungs rasping like an old coal miner. This coming weekend is one that we had planned to spend together, and since last Sunday has lasted the whole week, it's officially the longest stretch we've had together. I do have a Reiki Class I am supposed to be teaching on Sunday, but I'll have to have stopped this coughing before I'll risk infecting anyone else.

Paladin plays computer games with a buddy on nights that I am not here, and so I've sent him off to do that both Tue and tonight. Tonight I made bacon and pancakes for us for dinner for something simple and comforting. Guess we'll have the corned beef tomorrow.

It was kinda funny on Tue nite, when Paladin was in the office playing on the computer and I pick the show Pawn Stars to watch in in the living room as its something I like to watch at home too. Paladin comes out, looks and the show and tells me that's the same thing that he picks to watch too when he has the office tv on. Considering that he has just about every cable channel you can have, including paid, I thought it was kinda sweet I pick the same thing he would and had no idea. *grins* Can't tell you guys how often that happens with us. Sometimes I accuse him of stealing stuff out of my head.

Sniff, sniff, cough, cough... ugggh.. wish he cold get the stuff clogging up my head out of it. But that would be pretty icky. Well, on that happy note I'm going to sign off..
Wishing all good health..
safe paths,
Mystress

Shangri-La Power Exchange Training Academy and Gardens... in Second LIfe

2011-03-06T02:52:00.000-08:00

Greetings Dear R/readers...

I've had some questions from friends about this place I spent time at called Second Life. I've written about it several times before and posted pics as well. But I was asked by a friend to post some pics of it and Shangri-La, so I decided to something of a travel log/staff recruitment.

On of the things I do there is participate in a 'Training Academy' for submissive's with a friend, Mystress Rage. We are currently looking for interested staff. And we do offer a nice cyber benefit package in SL in case any at the UCTMW group need a side line or a virtual home to roost in. *grin*

We have a staff 'consultant', my past slave Thina.. whose blog is still here. She's an amazing builder and had helped a lot with things. We also have several girls in training there. She built the great staff board that there is a pic of later on.

So, here's a visual tour of some places in SL.

This is kajira Robert.. or 'bobby' here now with me at my Reiki Center. There are 'animation overriders' that let you position your avatar in a variety of ways. And collars and 'huds' that let an Owner control their slaves in a wide variety of ways too. Quite fascinating!

There are also all sorts of interactive adult 'parts'. *grin*

This is a view from high up of the 'sim' that my land is on. Where the blue water with waves is, is the area of land where the training academy is, you can see the ampitheater is, the big tree adn a pond on the left. The bright green flat areas in the distance, is where the Reiki Center is, on the right, and the Memorial Garden over on the left patch. The little house over on the left belongs to a neighbor.

A shot zooming in. The tan amphitheater is a place where we can hold larger classes or discussions

Seating in the amphitheater looks like this...so Owners and slaves have seating.

A shot of the stage for presentations, discussions or class.

Standing down on the dock looking across the water. The red pillows on the dock have different positions for chatting and cuddling. I have added water and nature sounds too. Its one of my favorite places to sit and relax.

This is a waterfall and pool that also has many poses with it, including for massage and D/s positions. My lands there are public, so I never know who I might find. This fellow is from Egypt and was admiring the area.

A pretty dance area over a pond with swans that kajira robert made for me.

This tree is also a fun place to sit. It also has all sort of D/s positions available. If you look, you'll see two balls, a white one and a blue one. They each have a different position and this tree has about 120 different animations for couples that it does in one heck of a variation.

This is a view of our administration building from above (obviously)

This is the front of the admin building, which we call Castle Sanctuary.

My horse Sultan is over on the left.. I have a hitching post there for him.

Some great riding trails in SL for sure!

a better shot of Sultan..

Me in front of our sign...

The lower level of the admin building

the Staff board... lets folks know whose online.

My desk in the castle

Our conference room.

Another view of the conference room.

This is our collaring and graduation room. The colored circles on the left wall each represent a level of training that our slaves go through. Graduation is based on reading and demonstration of knowledge as well as actual in-world behavior at the Academy.

This was a candid shot of Mystress Rage advancing our dear girl Naughty to black silks.

She has since earned her way to red silks, and is First Slave of Shangri-La. A delightful girl to be around to be sure!

This is the upstairs, which serves as a social area as well as library. We have dances and social activities and we all study there as well. We also have a board game popular in-world called 'greedy' that kajira robert and I can sit and play for long periods. Its simple, but fun. The dance floor in the middle of the room moves and its really pretty cool looking.. I did some layering to get the effect I wanted.

This is one part of the actual library. Mystress Rage has done an amazing job in designing a curriculum for the students. We have Dom/mes who come to read and visit as well. We are always glad to have visitors! One of the girls contributed the interesting lamp.

This was a pretty pic that I found to add some art to our lovely place. The girls all liked it very much since they are sisters here together.

This is a snapshot I took a while back of several of us visiting together. On this day, I had black hair and am seated on the far right. Mystress Rage is in the middle and Master KJ is to the left.

The red head in front of me is my girl mikka... and naughty is to the left, back when she was in yellow silks. I forget the name of the boy that Rage had there at that time..

This is Rage and I relaxing and chatting.

And the view of the full library behind us.

Naughty invited me to a dance she was at last nite, so I decided to join her. Unfortunately she wasn't 'rezzing' and is the cloud in front of me. She finally did materialize in some very pretty silks.

I have a memorial garden in SL too.. and above that, in the sky on a big crystal, I have a store. Sounds pretty wild huh? Well, yeah, it can be alright.

This kind lady really liked my stained glass windows and bought like 8 of them. So I flew over to meet and thank her, and gave her a free box of my round rugs. Both have been very popular and help keep me in Lindens (the term for currency there.)

Away from the 'business sim' where the Reiki Center is on one side and the gardens and Academy on the other, I have another tiny piece of land, on the snow sim. I dearly love it there, and that is my private home and cabin that I share with kajira robert and mikka. They have pet beds down stairs, that even have animated blankets I can pull up over them after they are curled up to sleep.

My little cabin in the snow.

The back deck

The downstairs.

Its fun to be able to decorate in so many ways.

kajira made all the wolf pictures.

These are their pet beds. kajira's on the left and mikka's on the right. Kaijra mentioned once that he'd like it if I had a rocking chair by their beds.. so I got one. Gives me an animation of knitting and a scarf to be doing if I want to. So.. I tuck him in and rock till he poofs off line.

The upstairs..my private bedroom

And although there is lots more..this concludes our travel log of the world of

Second Life for tonight.

This is a completely free place unless you want to own land, or buy things that folks charge for. There are lots of free things in world. Please feel free to ask any questions that you may have.

We do invite you to explore the fascinating world. And if any submissive's, slaves or Dominants would like to join our community at Shangri-La, why we'd be thrilled to 'meet' you there. We are always looking for good staff and subs. We also have free housing for staff members. Will show those pics next time along with the Dominate playground in the sky...

If you are in a long distance relationship, then I strongly suggest you check this world out, as it really gives a wonderful way to interact with each other. It's been so nice to be able to interact with kajira robert in this mode, even though he lives miles and miles away, in-world, we are in the same place.. and that's magical!

Here's useful links..

www.secondlife.com

I like the Phoenix viewer for it better then the Linden Labs viewer 2 though

http://www.phoenixviewer.com/

And if you wanna see what shopping can be like, look here:

https://marketplace.secondlife.com/

(that's also where my stained glass windows and rugs are for sale.. a virtual virtual store)

Best to all,
Mystress

Paladin as Counselor and Confidant

2011-03-03T23:49:00.000-08:00

Hello R/readers,

I don't talk much about my regular work here. Suffice it to say I work with a challenging population. There is a reason I am paid to work with them, but that doesn't mean I can let them run my life or be disrespectful of it. Of all of them on my caseload, there really is only one who specializes in making me nuts. Add to that multiple years of pay cuts from the state for doing this challenging work and I'm really about ready to find something else to do professionally or at least a different agency then the state.

The past few years, one of my clients has been more and more challenging to work with. In the last few weeks, it's gotten worse. Added to the new roommate that's just plain nuts (but she's a family member so we have to be as patient as we can), has had me feeling stressed more then normal. *Insert deep breath here*. This is where Paladin comes in. He is always very calm and thoughtful and as a fellow healer he's able to help me work through these difficulties.

Paladin has many jobs as Myne, and he is something of a Swiss knife of usefulness. AsI have mentioned in the past, while he was quickly willing to be my slave, he took more time to consider the position of confidant. He ponders things a long time before he make a decision for the most part. But once he agreed, he threw himself into it as he does everything else. And over the years it has helped me to grow and learn to communicate better and better. Before Paladin, I had many more bouts of 'Celtic moroseness' (aka depression but not as romantic sounding). I used to just shut down and worry these things over in my mind, but he doesn't allow that to happen, and another job of his is to intervene if he thinks I need it.

Last nite, I needed it. So, we had a very long chat that helped on more levels then I can say. In a life that is often tinged with insanity of the other participants, Paladin is truly the only sane one in the mix. And one of the things he is most persistent about is making me talk about things that bother me. All the things that feel mean and/or petty.. things I don't want to say to the folks that inspire them. Or the feelings of frustration that can be almost overwhelming sometimes. He is the only person on the planet that I'll say these things to, and then they are able to be released in an environment of acceptance and love. And he's right, I do always feel better afterwards. Much more at peace with things. And he gives wise counsel as well. I have deep respect for who he is as a person both personally and professionally. I admire his devotion to his friends, parents, siblings... and Me. So with his help, I am set in a new direction and some new business idea's. Checked out the craigslist some tonight to get some idea of what's out there, and found a few things I could apply to, so looks like its time to do a new resume, cuz I've not had to do one in 21 years..

On another note.... we got to have lunch together today, a rare occurrence. I was done working early and he was taking a late lunch, so we met up at a the KFC in the town he works in on my way home past it. It was nice to see him in his business attire, it gives me all sorts of evil thoughts. Like making him go to the restroom and take off his undies, just like the girl slaves are made to do sometimes. But... well... he'd be a bit more obvious without some sort of covering if he happened to get aroused. Oh yeah.. that does give rise to more wicked thoughts... but... as much fun as it could be, I am very careful anything I might do that would affect him professionally.

He was covered in work energy.. could see his programming mind still running over his project at work, almost hear those gears clicking. When things are like that, I don't like to break that focus, he has a lot of responsibility in his work and I know he needs to stay focused to do it. It's only after hours that I'll actually indulge in all those yummy wicked thoughts.

He was also extra sweet when he hugged me and kissed me on the top of my head on our way back to our cars, highly unusual for him in public, and even more so on a work break. It's not that he's not normally affectionate, he is extremely, but only in private. He is generally very reserved in public, guess its that British upbringing. Made me grin all the way home. The boy is showing progress!

Well, that's it for tonight,

time to get some rest,

safe paths to all,

Mystress

Tipping Our Hat to Boot Week

2011-02-27T21:41:00.000-08:00

OUR SPECIAL TRIBUTE TO BOOTS!

My first pair of boots ever...

We are having our own tribute to boots here tonight at TM&TP in honor of Molly and Mick (and staff) over at the Under Contract to My Wife blog. Thanks for the inspiration guys!!

Paladin was looking forward to seeing some boots that I like, and since he's been sick (poor pet, I did miss kissing and snuggling this past week huh pet?) I thought I'd indulge him.

Above, are my first boots. yes.. I grew up as an equestrian, rode both english and western.
Below, is my second pair of boots, steel toed.. issued courtesy of the US Navy... while not too stylish, they were great to have on during Hurricane Fredrick when I was based in FL.

I really DO love boots. Most of myne tend to be for snow and wet weather, so to think about some strictly decorative boots was a grand idea of change. This has certainly inspired me to find some more fun styles.

I checked out a web site that Molly left in her comment.. whew.. lovely and pricy. With so many wonderful choices, how to decided which to choose??? In Paladin's post tonight he shows his choice of boot, a nice, protective utilitarian boot. So, my first pick (below) is sorta like his, but, well. a bit more girly like. I liked that this pair is an old fashioned lace up boot, and also has two strategically placed ladies sized bandoleers. Seems like a kick ass sorta boot.

Then there are these..pretty with a long tall line and I like the option of being able to fold the top down.

And then there are these pirate style..

And this blingy sort of boot....

and then...

I came across this pic as I was looking at boots and thought they look odd.. and uncomfortable
but I'm sure they must be some subs wet dream.

and then, there was this pic that really makes me want these boots!

And so, with movie soundtrack grander, violins and horn sections building into a great crescendo, with a grand shower of fireworks, suitable for a Navy veteran and her subby-cohorts, we end our special tribute to boots with this final boot tribute to the Red, White and Blue...

So passes another pretty dang good week. Both subs have been wonderful and charming and full of desire to be pleasing. Both cyber kajira.. and rl Paladin. I certainly count my lucky stars to be blessed to have such charming and talented pets.

On that note,
Best to all, from our family to yours,
Mystress

Kicking butt and protecting Mystress.

2011-02-27T17:18:00.000-08:00

Good afternoon to all our lovely friends and guests. Why is it time moves so fast :) Can you all believe its almost March already, wow is all i got to say.

A special welcome to our new readers. You guys have given my dear Mystress so much more material to read, analyze and to some degree , put in play :) My Mystress is an avid learner and takes every opportunity to read and learn from others. Whenever Mystress does this, she always put her personal style on it and makes it truly her own but still, kudos are deserved where they belong too so thank you to all our new guests, and for all the information you have shared with us.

One of the series of posts my Mystress did enjoy very much were the boot week posts. Mystress shared the posts with me each night and asked my opionions and thoughts on all the lovely postings. I must say there were bunches of them posted, each with their unique personality. Perhaps they reflected the wearers mood, or tduty, or perhaps they were really random. Whatever the reason, each boot and reason for owning them reflected on the owner. Mystress asked me which boot i liked, and i answered, something strong and rugged. Why i answered this way is most likely from my duty to Mystress. I am the protector and paladin for Mystress, something i vow everyday in my mantra to Mystress. Its a duty i take very seriously and enjoy each and every moment of it. So because of this duty to my Mystress, at times i feel the need to be very strong and rugged for my Mystress, and hence my selection of boot style below.

Perhaps my dear Mystress will regail us with her choice of boot and what it means to her :) I would be very interested in hearing that and i bet her choice of boots, as his her choice of anything, will be truly wonderful.

In loving protection and service of Mystress.

Paladin

Catching Up

2011-02-20T14:17:00.001-08:00

Good day Dear friends and guests.

Well its been sometime since i posted last, not because i lost interest or forgot, but rather because for the last two weekends, Mystress has shared her lovely presence with me and for that i am very very happy.

The first weekend was our Superbowl weekend. We have done this the last couples year and i think every year we have been together. Its a lovely day of giggles, snacks, cuddles and wonderful time together. The new tradition Mystress has implemented definitely makes pets want a low scoring game :) I'd suggest watching soccer for the 0-0 games but i think that would just get a spanking regardless. :)

The much more important time together was our Ventines Weekend. We were together full time from Friday to Tuesday and it was lovely lovely lovely. We did some work together around the house, and caught up on our shows as well as many trips out to dinner and stores to plan our projects. It was, in one word, SUPERDUPERAMAZINGANDSOSOWONDERFUL. Well i had to combine SUPER DUPER AMAZING AND SO WONDERFUL in one word becuase any other single word wouldnt sum it up. Another great thing about our times together is we always try and learn something new, like whats the best way to cook lobsters. Mystress always hunt down wonderful recipies then we work on them together...and together is the best part of it. Then when we get it all done, we sit back and enjoy our discoveries. Its great to experience these activities with me dear sweet Mystress.

We already have out next activity planned. We are going to go to a convention in town to plan our summer projects. I am looking forward to that as we have similar tastes and can come up with some wonderful combinations of items. We will give all our friends an update when the time comes.

Have a wonderful day friends and family members. A big Kudos to Brother for such a wonderful Valentines day suprise for Mystress. We are so priviledged to be in the service of Mystress.

Paladin

Valentines Day Appreciation

2011-02-17T22:09:00.000-08:00

Greetings Dear R/readers,

First, a warm thanks to kajira robert for the wonderful Valentines decorations that he left for me at one of my places in Second Life. Took another friend asking if I'd been to the castle yet, and when I teleported to the library, after a few moments, that same friend sent another inworld im asking if I'd been downstairs yet.. which I hadn't... so down I went. And there was this amazing display!

It Was Stunning!

I had a wonderful Valentines weekend at Paladins, complete with lobster dinner. We did it on Sunday though as we'd never cooked lobster tail before and wanted plenty of time to get it right. That and giant artichokes. Yummy. And Tuxedo cake for desert. We happen to luck out in that our Safeway stores had the tails on sale for $6 each. So we splurged and got 6 of them. They were a decent size, and it was the first time I think either of us actually got enough. We reckon we got out of it for about the price of one fancy lobster dinner out and we enjoyed looking up the recipe for it as well. I got us a steamer basket for while we were out shoppign at a wonderful Korean market we found. So he learned how to pressure cook the artichokes and the next day, steam corn instead of boiling it. *shivers slightly* Yeah, I know..what can I say, I prefer my corn crisp.

Paladin gave me a lovely gift, that came with the dearest card.. it said:

To my dear Mystress,

may our two hearts always be one,

Paladin

So very lovely and so touching and surprising.. I think the Brits call it gobsmacked.

So I want to give a extra special thank my two dear subs for their love and devotion.. and how they both make me smile and laugh. and are there for me when I need them.

Best to all from our family to yours...

Mystress

Audience Participation Super Bowl...Final Score, 31-25 = 56 Swats!

2011-02-08T09:07:00.000-08:00

Greetings dear R/readers,

I like football a lot. I like the finals best, and of that, the Super Bowl tops here in the US. I was born in Los Angeles, and my parents were both huge Ram fans. Mom used to say I had football in my blood becuase they had season tickets and I was going to Ram games in the womb. I always enjoyed going to the games with my family. It was a lot of fun. In later years as a teen, I would sometimes beg off to do other things. And I could listen on the radio to know when they were on their way home so I had time to clean up whatever mischef I had been up to.

All this leads to today... I am still a Rams fan, even with them in St. Louis. But locally.. I guess it's the 49'er's.. as the Raiders still seem like thugs to me. Still, like most of us, I like to watch some games even if my 'team' is not playing and root for the underdog. I guess I was sorta rooting for Greenbay this tme, and pet for Pittsburg.

Paladin had not read the blog on Sunday morning... so he did not see what I had posted the night before. I did drop some hints... and seems to me a more curious pet would have dashed off to see what had been written before kickoff. But noooo.. .he had faith in me that whatever it was, wouldn't be too horrid cuz I'm not a horrid sort of Owner... mostly. *grins*

When I asked him what he thought might be happening with each score he said "licks Mystress?" Noooo pet..... I hadn't been sure how I was going to handle the swats.. but I had found it interesting during a previous Rugby match we watched to give him swats for each point scored. Well, with this being the Super Bowl and all.. gosh.. seems at least that would be appropriate, and as much as pet likes our rituals and traditions, a new one would fit in just peachy! So.. a swat per point it was and as long as its just us watching, I think we'll keep it up. It makes it all so much more fun. And it was a good scoring game, starting off with two scores in the first quarter no less! I couldn't help but clap my hads each time either side scored, cuz that meant I did too! It certainly made the game a lot funner for me..as I do love audience participation!

He didn't seem to take it very seriously at first.. but after the first score, he had to stand up, pull his sweats down and his shirt up. Mmmmmm.. such a lovly bum to spank as well. How yummy! "How many pet?" "Seven Mystress" "oh yes, that's right. they did make the field goal didn't they?!" "Smack, smack, smack, smack, smack, (thats for the touchdown) smack smack" for the field goal.. and then.. rub rub rub the cute butt. "Okay. you can sit down now" "Thank you Mystress".

I didn't administer very hard ones.. till the 3rd quarter.. got a couple that got a bit of a squeal out of him. *chuckles* And darn, if I'd know the last point would be that, I mighta been just a tad sharper, cuz part of the point was so that his sore bum would take him mind off the torture to come. Mainly having to watch an episode of Glee with me that he normally escapes cuz its on Tue nites.

But.. he took it all in stride and good humor. And he gets kudos for making his first leg of lamb (covered in garlic and fresh rosemary from the yard) and having it come out super scrumtious.
And he learned about making browned butter for the fingerling potatoes.

Even the Glee episode wasn't too terrible. They did a mash that included football zombies singing Thriller mixed with Heads Will Roll .. and pet LOOOVES zombies for some odd reason.

So, all in all, it was a wonderful Superbowl Sunday.. and a new tradition was born. Which I think will just have to carry over to other scoring sports events! Such fun. Hmmm.. wonder how I handle the Kentucky Derby though? Any suggestions out there?

Wishing all the best to those out there in cyberland and beyond,
Mystress

He Makes Me Laugh!

2011-02-05T22:50:00.000-08:00

Hello readers,

Just a short post for the moment.. but I was curious as to if other pets make their Owner's laugh.. or visa versa?

What brought my curiosity about was that the other night, I forget what it was that I told him not to do that he did, tickling me or something. And I said, 'okay, what punishment should you get for that?" and without missing a beat he looks up at me, grins and says "Kisses Mystress".... and looks at me with such a puppy dog face that I dissolved into laughter, some back and forth banter followed that made me laugh even harder.. and by the time I finally stopped, I couldn't get the gumption up to discipline him. I remember wanting to, but he kept me laughing so hard with each quip that in the end, I just gave up on the idea.. having forgotten what it was in the first place. I know I don't need a reason to do whatever I wish with him, but I do tend to be fair minded and I prefer to know what it is I am disciplining him for when I am going to. So.. in the end, it amused me to just let it go. But he knows.. he may not always be so lucky.

I find this is something that I actually value in Paladin.. his ability to be look so dang innocent sometimes and save his cute ass from a tanning by making me laugh so hard I forget what it was. In this world of turmoil and strife, being able to laugh that hard and freely is a wonderful thing.

So, if you'd like a post a comment about humor in your relationship, we'd sure like to hear them.

To those that care, Happy Superbowl Day. Think pet will get a few ass smacks every time someone scores. We'll hope its not too high a game for his butts sake. ;) Followed by a new episode of Glee... ah.. the torture to poor poor Paladin. *grin* Maybe a sore ass will keep his mind off the show.

Best to all out there...

Mystress

Lovely

2011-01-30T18:40:00.000-08:00

Good evening all, we hope that everyone as always is doing well and that things are good for all.

Thats a lovely couple posts Mystress and very flattering indeed. As with all our music, we know what each song represents to us. We often use them to get a point across as some songs, like ice cream and sour times, can describe in one set of verse, what we sometimes struggle to convey. Yet with the lyrics and musical support, the ideas are much clearer. I do count myself very lucky to have a Mystress thats into music as much as i, that is the appreciation of music and enjoyment of it for i dont have a music bone in my body.

Mystress and i are also setup for our Superbowl tradition. I look very forward to spending the day with Mystress and enjoying all the activities, especially the critiquing of the ads. We do enjoy that :)

With all my love to Mystress

Paladin

Lucky

2011-01-27T20:40:00.000-08:00

Dear readers,

Saw this song performed, and as odd as it seems, it reminded me a lot of Paladin and I. The way the two interact in this song is sweet.. and that is often how I feel with him. There are some shy smiles here and a feeling of lightness that I really enjoy. I do feel incredibly lucky to have him. and to have him not just as a Paladin and pleasure slave, but as a best friend, and confidant.

Jason Mraz – Lucky

Do you hear me,
I’m talking to you
Across the water across the deep blue ocean
Under the open sky, oh my, baby I’m trying
Boy I hear you in my dreams
I feel your whisper across the sea
I keep you with me in my heart
You make it easier when life gets hard
I’m lucky I’m in love with my best friend
Lucky to have been where I have been
Lucky to be coming home again
Ooohh ooooh oooh oooh ooh ooh ooh ooh
They don’t know how long it takes
Waiting for a love like this
Every time we say goodbye
I wish we had one more kiss
I’ll wait for you I promise you, I will
I’m lucky I’m in love with my best friend
Lucky to have been where I have been
Lucky to be coming home again
Lucky we’re in love every way
Lucky to have stayed where we have stayed
Lucky to be coming home someday
And so I’m sailing through the sea
To an island where we’ll meet
You’ll hear the music fill the air
I’ll put a flower in your hair
Though the breezes through trees
Move so pretty you’re all I see
As the world keeps spinning round
You hold me right here right now
I’m lucky I’m in love with my best friend
Lucky to have been where I have been
Lucky to be coming home again
I’m lucky we’re in love every way
Lucky to have stayed where we have stayed
Lucky to be coming home someday
Ooohh ooooh oooh oooh ooh ooh ooh ooh
Ooooh ooooh oooh oooh ooh ooh ooh ooh
By: Jason Mraz Lyrics

Wishing happiness and this sort of luck to all,
Mystress

Connection to details

2011-01-26T16:42:00.000-08:00

Greetings readers,

Last week I got a txt from pet in the evening, around 5:16 'am running a bit late'. Now the thing about this text is that he didn't send it on one of the nights where I am waiting at his house for him to get home. Nope.. I was at my own place watching the news. So.. the interesting thing about that text, was that even though his time had no direct impact on me or my evening, or an our evening, he was still letting me know he was leaving work late. Its this depth of connection that I deeply appreciate from him.

I had not done lots of texting before meeting pet, I think he was already using it more then I from the text connections he shares with his friends. But since collaring him, it's become something of an electronic leash. He checks in regularly and if he's up to something interesting, he'll send pictures. Well, and then of course, sometimes he's required to send pics. And he seems generally able to rise to the occasion when needed to send them. (insert wicked grin here)

It's wonderful to be able to be so connected even when we are apart, and I deeply appreciate knowing that he is only a few keystrokes away any time I need him.

This is a short post as I'm running a bit late and on way to see kajira robert in second life.

Safe Paths and Well Wishes to all out there,
Mystress

2011-01-25T17:51:00.000-08:00

Mystress Back to Old Self

2011-01-23T17:22:00.000-08:00

Good evening all.

The year zips by and i am happy to say my dear Mystress is well on her way to being back to her wonderful self. With the inuries in the past and healing moving on, my wonderful Mystress has once again got her wonderful step back.

Perhaps to fast :) I keep reminding Mystress to take it easy still but Mystress knows best and i trust her decisions in what she does. I am just happy to have my Mystress back to her wonderful self. Infact even when Mystress is under the eather or sore, she still is a barrel of fun, just alittle slower.

We now start the countdown to the first big day of the year for us, Valentines. I have put my request fr time with Mystress in and hope that i will be trated to Mystress's company. Once bonus is Valentines falls on our night together so mmmm. Looking forward to my Mystress's answer.

Best wishes to all our lovely guests, new and old. Please do enjoy your stay and time with us and as always, feel free to contact us.

Paladin

Thank you to Mystress

2011-01-16T18:12:00.000-08:00

Good evening all.

Well half a month gone already in 2011, wow. I feel another super fast year this year yet that doesnt bother me at all. Why, for it will be another wonderful year in teh presence of Mystress. Mmmm i do so love being with my dear Mystress and being in her service.

Today my dear Mystress came to visit to take part in another of our yearly rituals. We have grown to enjoy wacking the wild plants each year, to cut them all down and ready them for the next year. Then we treat them all miracle grow and see how big we can get them :) It may sound silly but its the rituals Mystress and I keep dear. They instill bonding moments and bring us together and each time we practice them it brings us closer. So take each activity into view, and realize, that even the simplest activity can lead to a wonderful ritual that you can relish in each time you practice it.

So to my Mystress, thank you so much for helping today. I cherish our activities and enjoy the time together immensly.

Paladin

Tasks from Mystress

2011-01-09T19:41:00.000-08:00

Good Evening All

The year has started anew and we hope that it has started off well for all our friends and guests. I dont believe Mystress and I can complain much other than about alittle craziness. I hope that even that will clear in the near future and the year turns out to be a promising onw like the signs seem to indicate it will.

Mystress has tasked me with finding some songs and lyrics that describe our relationship. I have a few in mind that describe our feelings for one another. I shall keep you all informed on what my dear Mystress thinks.

Today we had our annual, take down the xmas decorations get together. We pulled them all down and packed them into the boxes for next year. Its wonderful to have activities we share with each other each and every year and i look forward to them each year. While i was about i did some chores for my dear Mystress to rest her back. Ended up fixing the video camera, cable box and got a new cover on Mystress's iPhone. Then we were off to have a lovely lunch before parting ways to get some individual chores done.

Now i write my post and wait for tomorrow, till my dear Mystress is once again here with me, in our home.

Paladin

In Appreciation of Solidarity and Kind Words

2011-01-05T17:04:00.000-08:00

Hello again dear Readers,

I grew tired and pained at the end of my last entry, and apologize for its rather abrupt ending, plus the fact that Paladin had returned home, and I do my best to give him priority when I am with him, as I feel it should be.

What I neglected in my last post, is the expression of the deep and abiding appreciation I have for my beloved Paladin, and all he does for me.

This has not been an easy time for me... I don't do well with pain.. and I detest narcotic pain killers. I well remember my chiropractor's advice back in '86 that saved me from certain back surgery. That painkillers especially can be dangerous because if you don't feel the pain, your likely to do something to mess it up much worse then it is. So I only take them in the most dire of situations. Otherwise it's ibuprofen and MMJ which as the doc says, helps with both inflammation and to relax all those muscles and stress, but you can still feel the pain and hopefully not hurt yourself worse. It helps with the frustrations and depression of it seeming it will never end. So I have learned to be very careful with what I do. In particular, no lifting anything over 5 lbs.. no twisting, turning or lifting anything over my head. And now I have to use a cane to stay stable on my feet. Grrrrrr...All this takes a lot of patience.. of which I am not terribly well endowed with. I feel like I've paid my penance for lifting boxes I shouldn't have, but needed to be done..so now the pain and inconvenience can take a hike. HUMPH... guess not huh?

In all of this mess... there has been Paladin.. ever solid, steady and patient. I am ever grateful for that. We hope that we find reliable folks in our lives... and I know how well blessed I am to have a slave such as he. So many search and search.. many link up.. and life sometimes kicks them in the teeth. I sorrow for those that have had tidal waves of incidents and situations that have rattled their core's, but I implore them to hold tight onto what they believe in.. and in the end, if they must slip beneath the waters and part, then may it be with the best of wishes to all and with as much grace as can be mustered.

Of all things in this world.. I know that Paladin will always be there while he draws breath. The ring I wear with his words engraved "Forever Yours.....Paladin" given to me on that first anniversary over 3 years ago is his sworn promise to me. He is unlike many in that he is a truly noble Knight. He never makes a promise he cannot keep. At my most dire moments, is when he is the kindest and most reliable, the most solid, loving and encouraging. As I commented elsewhere, I KNOW that deep in his heart, from the inside out, he has only my best interests at heart. He would do anything for me and the only time he over rules me is in regards to my health and well being. That was a directive I did give him fairly early on, and it's been a good move on my part. For I know I may not be always thinking very clearly... but that he is. When I cannot trust that things will be okay... I can trust that WE will be okay.

And now.. a few words, about words...

In times of stress and pain.. we can say (or write) things that hurt others. We don't mean to.. but sometimes.. it can be as if something goads us into it, especially when we are hurting.

I use to do that a lot in my past. I used to throw words about with the thought of "Sticks and stones may break your bones, but words will never hurt you." I grew up with that.. and lived by it for a long while, although a part of me winced whenever I said things that didn't need to be said usually some unkind barbed sarcasm. I have learned since.. that that saying is horribly untrue. Words DO hurt.. and do terrible damage sometimes.

All of my perceptions of words and the effects of them changed for me after I read this quote from the Baha'i Writings back in 1986.. and ever since then, it has always given me a mind to be so very careful of what I might say...

For the tongue is a smoldering fire, and excess of speech a deadly poison. Material fire consumeth the body, whereas the fire of the tongue devoureth both heart and soul. The force of the former lasteth but for a time, whilst the effects of the latter endureth a century. -Baha'u'llah

If there is ANY chance that this is true, and I do believe it to be so... I end this entry with that in mind... with just the idea that the "effects" of words of I say last 100 years.... I will continue to bite my tongue and take long, slow deep breaths when things hurt and I am feeling grumpy, angry and/or frustrated and know that this too shall pass... and try not to cross my arms and tap my foot while waiting for it to happen.

I also want to offer a deep heartfelt apology to any I may have hurt with my words... all I can say is that I continue to try to do better each day, and I'll try not to do it again, day by day.

On that note..
I truly send out all my best to all,
Mystress

It IS a Happy New Years!

2011-01-01T12:18:00.001-08:00

Greetings and Salutations dear Readers and friends!

I am at last back! The 'adventure' of moving a family member closer and out of a abusive situation became so much more then that. Sorting, packing and a race back to the south before the big winter storm closed the way to us was all more then a wee bit stressful. Carrying boxes of things to the car in the snow gave me chills, literally, followed rapidly by the flu as we drove all nite in the snow to get back at 6:15 am. I was huddled in the back, getting more miserable by the moment as the other two took turns on the 10 hour drive. I would have liked to stop for the nite some place after we got over the mountains, but they were determined now to get all the way through We made it back safe and sound... and I spent the next two days in bed with the flue recovering.

Thur morning the 23rd... I woke feeling finally a bit recovered from the whole ordeal, and more then ready to finish the wrapping of packages I had started the day before. Got some coffee, set up the TV to watch a recorded Medium, leaned down to open the window a bit, and open the blinds a bit.. as I went to straighten up... WHAMMO.. the back seized up. I've long had back probs since working at a law firm in '86... was flat on my back for six months at that time. and I've had a few much more minor incidents since then. I could tell immediately, this was going to be an ugly one.

I made it to the nearby couch and lay there struggling to digest that now I could not move.. couldn't get up without level 150 pain on the 1-10. I kept thinking "this is silly.. I was just up doing things... I can get up in just a moment..." WRONG. I had just opened the window, and the neighbor children were playing outside. Our new roommate was asleep in the far back of the house.. I couldn't yell for her, and her phone was turned off. Thankfully, it was about then that Paladin sent a txt saying he was off work on on his way home. I asked him then to pop
over and rescue me off the couch.. I knew he was going out of town with his family that day, and yet as always, he rose to the occasion.

As he said though, it turned out his key didn't open all the locks for some odd reason (he was given a new key on Fri) and the back yard gate was also locked.. as I said 'Think of something pet! " He pulled the screen off the window and came in through that. WHEW!

I had warned him that when he pulled me up onto my feel I'd scream.. but I'd try to control it. I think I dug my nails in just a bit. but bless his heart.. he got me up and moved and tucked in and all things taken care of.. Then he woke new roomy....

So.. that was over a week ago.. I am much better now. We had a wonderful New Years... and all seems right with the world. He was off this morning to help a friend with a time sensitive project.. and now is back from his rescue mission. So.. I sign off.. wishing all good things
to all.

Ah.. yes...... to Mikka.......My dear girl.... I have missed you too..
and I am now back...!

Hugs and love...
Mystress

Xmas times past and New years coming

2010-12-27T18:52:00.000-08:00

Good evening all out lovely guests and friends. We hope you all had wonderful christmas times with family and friends.

What a lovely time of the year to spend with those you care for, be it christmas or new years. its a wonderful time to reflect on all our relationships and to count our blessings for having them. Some blessings are counted more than others, like my dear sweet Mystress. Every day i count my lucky stars and thank Mystress for being myne.

Unfortunately my dear Mystress hurt her back this past Thursday reaching down to adjust the blinds, and a terrible injury indeed. Mystress immediately went stiff and could only move to collapse on the couch and texted me. Luckily i was omw home to prepare for a trip so i diverted to Mystress. I had to pull the blind on the window as my key wouldn't open one of the locks and climb through to find my Mystress in pain on the couch. I felt so bad and could only do my best to get her into bed and as comfy as the pain would allow. Luckily some medication was near and available later in the evening to blunt the pain and keep it bareable. I felt so bad to leave Mystress with her company but prior engagements with family had to be kept.

We kept in touch all weekend getting updates and sharing our times with each other. It was lovely to be in touch with Mystress yet unpleasant to know she was in pain. Atleast Mystress could spend xmas tucked up on the recliner with family so that was good.

On Sunday i swung by to help Mystress adjust her bed to get more comfy and to grab some dinner for her. The pain had subsided to the point where movement was no possible yet with much pain and discomfort. Mystress would need to spend a few more days in bed much to her disgust. Mystress doesnt do good holed up in one place for too long because she likes to keep busy. Well all thats possible is to relax and let the back heal and watch movies. Not the best way to spend her vacation yet it must be done.

We hope her back is better enough for New Years and will make plans accordingly. The most important thing is you rest dear Mystress, recover and mend your back, even if its terribly unpleasant to be apart. We shall be back in the swing of things much sooner than you think if you can bare the boredom for a few days more. Its much better than the alternative and a re-inhury dont you guys all think?

So please take care my dear Mystress and allow yourself to rest and mend.

With much love

Paladin

Cold Travels

2010-12-19T17:57:00.000-08:00

Good evening all.

We hope everyone is snuggled up nice and cozy on these cold weekend days. Its definitely been a very wet and cold weekend which luckly i have avoided by being inside all weekend.

My Mystress in the other hand has been travelling and now finds her lovely self in an even colder and whiter area. Mystress having informed me its started snowing a little while ago and all i could think of was BRRRRR after i though about my Mystress traveling. Please please drive very safe dear Mystress. Take extra days to get home if you must but whatever you do please take it careful and safely.

Other than my nagging to drive safe, i have urged my Mystress to enjoy it all from the road trip to the company to the times ahead this trip promises. Its a wonderful reason for the trip and again , KUDOS to my sweet Mystress for being so thoughtful and caring to do all she has done so far and for all she plans to do in the future.

With much love, and care for Mystress

Paladin

XMas Times

2010-12-12T19:34:00.000-08:00

Good evening All.

The Xmas times have started and so have our wonderful traditions. This weekend Mystress and i took part in our yearly xmas tradition of getting all the decorations setup and the tree made up. We do this each year to of course spend time together but to also promote a wonderful xmas environment for all. So we spent the day arranging decorations and selecting themes for the xmas tree and generally having a wonderful day. By the afternoon all was setup and the lovely cozy xmas environment was set. Very cozy and a lovely place to have the family xmas this year. Mystress ounds like she is going to have many more family over this year which is a lovely thing indeed. I am sure she will be stressed getting it all ready but the rewards will be oh so wonderful so please enjoy it.

After the tree we played some kinect on Mystress new super duper big ass tv. Wow it really is a wonderful tv and even bigger than mine. Do enjoy the new tv Mystress, now regular tv is ruined for you :)

This week is the week before Mystress delayed trip north so the excitement for Mystress is still there and she is very excited to go. The trip is even better now however as more people are going so it is officialy a group trip and re-union :) Please drive safe Mystress but enjoy it all. Take your time for you have the whole weekend to get back. Hugs and be safe.

Love Paladin.

Wonderful Mystress

2010-12-05T19:10:00.000-08:00

Good evening all

Almost the end of the year yet its still a wonderful part of the year. Holidays and celebrations and happy times for all and whats more important than spending times with all those we love. Mystress and i have made some plans for pre-xmas activities and tree building which should be a lovely time indeed.

My wonderful Mystress goes up north this week to travel down with family. Such a wonderful thing my Mystress does. Travelling all the way north to turn around and drive all teh way home. It will be a wonderful bonsing time and i will send reiki the entire time for a safe trip home. Kudos to you Mystress for doing what your doing.

Today was a day of flapping like a chicken on xbox. Hours go by before you realize on the new Kinect :) It sure makes for a good nights sleep :) Time to shower...damn kinect makes one sweaty to :) and prepare for yet another work week. I will think of my lovely Mystress in the shower indeed :)

Paladin

In Motion

2010-11-28T17:43:00.000-08:00

Good evening to all our wonderful friends and guests. Thanksgiving has past and now we march on to Christmas. Can you believe its already xmas time, wow. Soon the new year with be here...wow. Time really flys when your having fun :)

Mystress and i decided to get early xmas gifts and each own the new Kinect. COOL is all i can really say. I highly suggest everyone give it a demo at a store like best buy. It really really is fun. Its alot more precise than the Wii i feel and you dont feel like a flailing chicken, high on wacky weed try to thread a needle in frustration. The camera does take random pictures like a roller coaster which umm, do reveal some awkard poses indeed. We quickly turned those off :) We are also using them to motivate each other to follow the fitness programs. They are kicking our butts but we will motivate each other and keep each other moving on int he workouts. A definite side effect of the new toys is you get so wrapped up in the experience, you end up working out for hours. One bonus Mystress immediately found was the live voice/cam chat :) She calls it her cyber supervision :)

Now i go to collapse on the couch after a flapping like a chicken and running like a madman, tired and well exercised.....happy to have my dear Mystress.

Paladin

Moving Forward...

2010-11-15T11:54:00.000-08:00

Hello dear readers...

Its been a while since I have posted. Back in October.. so many things were swirling. and it was not a time to put feelings into words. Paladin is good for marching on while I ponder and opine for what I do, and don't want to say. I learned a few years back the mistake of writing too soon and putting words too raw into a permanent form. So I have held off writing, till the pain has subsided some. No no no.. none of this is in regards to Paladin.. but other things that he has lent his wisdom and support to. He is ever the sturdy rock that allows Me the freedom to experience things, knowing he is always waiting, firm and strong. And whatever winds may blow.. I do know, as he says, our ship can ride any wave and survive any storm.

I don't like burning bridges. and I prefer Paladin's wording in that I havn't actually burned any. I am just choosing not to cross them anymore. Time does heal.. it makes things.. less harsh somehow. I don't like staying mad or hurt.. would rather just do something positive instead, and so. now I am.

He mentions my new SL endeavors.. I am really just picking up what I had delayed for a bit to serve elsewhere. It was well meaning, but the ..owner of the place has a very different style then I do, and while I stayed to be a. balance for the girls there.. in the end.. I preferred to go back to my own Gardens and run them in my own way. I know that some found him... very challenging.. and didn't understand what on earth I was doing there. Well, my position was such that I was in a place to protect the girls there, and I took it very seriously. So, even when things were difficult, I stayed.. until I felt I had a back up plan. And I did some serious contemplation before I decided to resign and move back to my own place.

I have been blessed in that some other friends have joined in, and now we have a new project that seems to be off to a good start. It's become a enjoyable place for myself, and other's. We've built a very beautiful housing platform for slaves that desire training and/or sanctuary. It's a grassy place with small mediterranean style two story houses (only 11 prims each amazingly) tree's with fluttering leaves, fountains benches and even a picnic area, campfire and gazebo. Below that a wonderful new sky garden for them with pools and fountains and torches.. and a Reiki table and meditation circle. The boys have their own houses on that level, while the girls are in their own above. I'll post some pics at some point when I feel its the right time. We are still fine tuning some things.

A new Castle, library and socializing area with dance floor as well. I learned to make a flexi prim this weekend so I could make a banner with the Garden's Logo on it. . it now flutters over the entryway to our admin building.

So yes.. I have been busy as usual. And all else has been well. Things run like clockwork with Paladin. A super special thanks to him for the wonderful treat of Thai dinner on Sat nite. My Knight and his sub had gone away for the weekend and so it was just me and the critters. And it was very yummy.. we love the same foods, and we plot our way through the menu. So many choices.. in the end we tried something well knows (red curry with beef) and something new.. glass noodles with shrimp. It was good, but I like Phad Thai better. *grins* So much thanks again to my dear Paladin.. Just to be fun, I had him rub himself while on his lunch break today, just a bit ago. Like to keep the boy on edge sometimes.

Next weekend I will be at Paladin's.. and it's supposed to rain! Our first weekend in our big new bed too! *big grins* I say again and again how grateful I am for him, and all the skills that he uses in service to Me. YUMMMY!

So, I wish all of our friends well, and if any wish to come visit the improved gardens in Second Life, just let me know!

Well wishes to all,

Mystress

Plans

2010-11-14T19:07:00.001-08:00

Good evening all.

As always we hope our griends are doing well. Mystress has been on a SL buzz of late starting her own school and place of sanctuary. Mystress expressed how many folks had already joined her place and i cant but imagine its because Mystress is so wonderful. She had the ability to give one what they need yet in a manner thats so different from the traditional. Mystress is generating quiet the following because of this unique style and i wish Mystress the best. Enjoy the nibbling :)

This weekeend we got to enjoy an unplanned dinner together...mmm so yum sharing time with Mystress. We enjoyed a lovely Thai dinner and indulged in the chance for an unplanned excursion :) This coming weekend we have made plans to be together so i get to be in the company of my dear sweet Mystress all weekend...yum. We love our weekends together and cherish them so dearly.

Best of love to all our friends and may the approaching holiday season be a wonderful one for all.

Paladin

Rainy Days

2010-11-07T19:06:00.000-08:00

Evening All.

Yay for raining days. Mystress and i feel we can say the rainy days are here and we are both happy they are. Hopefully they keep on coming in thick and heavy so we get many many many cuddle days ahead of us...mmmm Nothing better than cuddling in bed with the windoes open the rain falling.

Spent today getting the gym ready for use. Mystress and i are going to start working out in it so had to get all the stuff ready. Its now ready and will serve rather nicely as a gym for us. Now to get sweaty. :)

Hopefully all out wonderful friends and guests are doing well. You guys have been quite yet we still enjoy your visits. Mystress gets daily reports of who visits the site and we thank you for all the times you guys visit. Hopefully we are not too boring for you all, for i know that we entertain ourselves very very very well.

Love to my dear Mystress

Paladin

BOOOO

2010-10-31T18:59:00.000-07:00

Good evening all.

Hopefully everyone is getting their tricks, or yummy treats this Halloween. Mystress loves this holiday for it allows her to express her spooky side :) Nothing dark and unpleasant, just an admiration for the day and sharing her candy. Hopefully i get to share some of Mystress's candy too :) MMM Mystress is so yummy.

Definitely enjoy the evening all and enjoy the SL craziness too Mystress. I am sure there wil be tons of weird and wacky celebrations in there and i know you will lead the charge :)

Paladin

A wonderful time

2010-10-24T19:09:00.000-07:00

Good evening all our wonderful friends.

So far October has been such a wonderful month. From the days with Mystress to the oh so luxorious birthday weekend, things just keep changing for the better in all respects.

Last weekend Mystress and i spent a wonder time together for Mystress's birthday weekend. Oh what a perfect weekend it was. It started with getting off early from work to a wonderful birthday dinner with Mystress. Sushi is such a wonderful dinner to have together as we get to share our food and get to enjoy a lovely dinner, Mystress is still the best at finding new and wonderful places to enjoy a meal :)

After dinner we were off to get a new bed. The old one had finally worn out its welcome and we were both happy to see it go. Now we have a giant bed to cuddle in :) Rather a strange feeling, cuddling together with acres of space around us :) Either way, we wont complain :) We both sleep so so much better now its wonderful.

The rains were with us too last weekend which to me was the ultimate best aspect of the weekend. Why? Because we opened the doors, listening to the rain fall, with the cold brezze filling the roon akk the time we sat there, cuddled under the blankets, snuggled into each other and enjoy the closeness. MMMMMM it was so perfect. We have had days like this before but they proved to be rather elusive last year, so this year we hope to make up for them.

By Tuesday, Mystress was fully recharged. Things that happened had past, decisions were made, and happiness found. We were sititng on the couch Monday night, smiling from ear to ear both reflecting on the wonderful time together...and i know i was praing that there would be many more weekends like this this coming rainy season.

A special thank you to Mystress for being so wonderful to share her birthday weekend with me. I felt truly blessed and will always strive to make them as enjoyable as i can.

With all my love for Mystress.

Paladin

Happy Times

2010-10-10T19:02:00.000-07:00

Good evening all our dear friends. We hope as always that all is good with all our friends.

That was a lovely post dear Mystress. We all have a time in the year where we look back at the year thats past and evaluate it. Was it a good year? Was it all it could be? What can i do to make it better? Will next year be like this one past? Numerous questions swirl and we answer them to the best we can.

For me that time is our anniversary. In the years of service each year on the anniversary i look back on another glorious year. I reflect how the year has zipped by in a whirl of excitement and enjoyment. I reflect how each year has been better than the last. I reflect , well more like predict, that the year to come can only be better than the last for i have my wonderful Mystress. Even though there may be times during the year when things get tough or unpleasant, i know i can look forward to the next day, or the next week or even a month later and know, that no matter what this day brings, there will always be the next day and that this day can only be better for i will be able to serve my dear Mystress.

To Mystress, please be happy in your reflections for as i have promised, we shall always be two peas in the pod. Nothings changing, unless for the better, and even during the big storms, remember that you will always have your 1st and that no storm is to big for our ship.

Paladin

October

2010-10-10T16:43:00.000-07:00

October os both my favorite and least favorite month of the year. Fall is the time of year that reminds me of how time passes. It is the time of anniversaries long held close to the heart. My brothers and mother died in Oct of differing years. It is also my birthday month as Paladin has noted. I also gained one of my most cherished possessions one Halloween. Oct, good and bad, emotional in all is glory. It is the waning of summer and the moving into fall.

The falling leaves, more then the first of Jan signal a changing of the year. For me, this is always the time to look back and reflect on where things stand from the year before. Another year, ticked by. Where are things now, from where they were last year. If I were not so firm in the love other's have for me, then I might be more shaken at this time of year, but I know it is steadfast and steady and they know I count on it. The reassurance of that is always much appreciated. No matter how the years may turn, some devotions run like a redwood taproot.. deep, solid and ever reliable. I am always grateful for the love my pets have for me, and what I have for them. Whatever other things may shift, that love remains strong.

Paladin posted recently that he would strive to do everything he could do to keep this relationship and I believe him for his actions reflect his words. Things can change as years go by. In the best situations, they deepen and strengthen as our relationship has. Sometimes there are storms on the seas, which is when I need to remember to ride the waves, and float above the tempest with my first mate's at hand to man the sails and rudder, and help us steer the right directions. And we always manage.

So, another fall is here, and the leaves are turning, soon the wind will be blowing, but hopefully the harvest will be in before the rains come.

Happy fall to all,

Mystress

Birthday Month

2010-10-03T17:43:00.001-07:00

HAPPY BIRTHDAY to you , HAPPY BIRTHDAY to you, HAPPY BIRTHDAY dear Mystress, HAPPY BIRTHDAY to you.

Evening all

Its birthday month for my dear Mystress so i welcome all our guests to wish my dear sweet Mystress a very happy birthday.

It feels like i get a birthday present each birthday we celevrate because at each birthday, Mystress and i celebrate them together, and each birthday serves as wonderful memory milestones in our journey together. MMMMMM yum. Do enjoy your wonderful birthday month dear Mystress, will have to give many birthday pleasures :)

Paladin

My Knightess

2010-09-26T19:35:00.000-07:00

Good Evening All.

I hope that everyone is doing well. This year is flying by and i cant believe it closing in on the spooky season already. The saving grace to fast times is that its all been in the service to my Mystress...mm lovely lovely Mystress.

Lately i have been fortunate that my Knightess is around, yes my Mystress has been my knight of late. I have been having some car problems and on numerous occasions Mystress has come to my rescue. Thank you dear Mystress, it means bunches to me and i appreciate it so much.

Tomorrow they predict 102 here, that sucks...we were waiting for the cold weather and rain...bah.....oh well we shall wait till it happens and then lap it all up.

Paladin

Combos

2010-09-19T19:35:00.000-07:00

Why is it one can't be two things in one? Why cant someone be a healer and a dom? IS being a healer indicitive of a weaker or gentler soul without the ability to be firm and strict as a dom? I can assure you this is not the case.

In the past i have screwed up a few times, and Mystress has no problem "correcting" my behavior with a crop , brush or hand. As Mystress said in her post, there are so many flavors int he world that we dont have to settle for just two styles. We are lucky enough to mix and match and find exactly what we want...to enjoy what we want and to not have to settle for something we dont feel fully. This isnt the easiest, as our readers know i spent many many years looking for exactly what i want and now i am so lucky to have it.

I will always cherish it and keep it close and strive to do whatever i must to keep it. Those that have met Mystress in real life, or even in SL, are somewhat suprised she is a dom but, in a moment of realization, realize that you cant juge a book by its cover. Just after short chats with Mystress i know others are drawn to her and her style. I tease Mystress about her "Can i be your friend" emails she gets...not because they are funny, but because i find them cute. I find them so wonderful that others have been drawn to my Mystress and have wanted to be part of all she offers.

Thank you dear Mystress again from the deepest of my heart for being my dear sweet Mystress.

Paladin

Of Being a Mystress and a Healer...

2010-09-15T16:45:00.000-07:00

Greetings to all dear readers... sorry for my absence again. So many things seem to pop up in life, and I forget to update here, or I am not sure what to write about. But this subject has been on my mind for a while, and it seems a good time to delve into it, per the subject line.

As time has passed, and I have gotten around a bit in the D/s community both locally when there was a Domme group, and especially now a days in Second Life, I've come across a lot of different kinds of Owners and subs.

They run the gambit from those that like to give and take pain and/or humiliation, to those that need a softer, more emotional and personal sort of relationship, much like what Paladin and I have. And every combination between. In my case, I went looking specifically for a 'pleasure slave'.... and. boy howdy, does he do that well in spades! Everyone finds their erotica in different ways, and all are right for them. We have our own ways that have evolved what is right for us. We are both open minded, and willing to try some new things. So.. I was not looking to give pain to someone. I just wanted to be served as a Queen.. and Paladin again, is always is smart, sexy, courtly, playful, obedient and highly sensual. What a mix!

Now. in Second Life... the gambit is much wider.. I mean the creativity is both inspiring, and sometimes too creepy to handle. Every kind of device you can imagine.. plants and Krakens, all with some sort of sex on their minds.. well. do plants have minds??? I guess instinct in their cases. There are ways to cause pain and humiliation that have made me nauseous. Not my style..

Most every one knows that I am a Reiki Master, and in Second Life, I have a Reiki Center and Memorial Garden as well. I now also serve as Mother Protector of Chapter House at Atreides. This position means that I help train the Mistress's that come there, and that I am the protector of all the women there as well. I am deeply honored to hold this position. I have already met some wonderfully kind and helpful folks, and I find I enjoy my duties there very much.

So, as to the subject line for tonight.... I have had folks there ask me, how I could be a Mistress and a Healer at the same time? Well, again, it has to do with my own style, my own boundaries, and my oath to be of service and heal. I can demand exact behavior, and I can discipline as needed both in Rl and in SL, and not cross my lines as a Healer. I don't know why some folks seem to think that all Power Exchange or D/s situation have to involve things that degrade or hurt people.

I was called a "Disney Mistress' once by a sub,.(I might have mentioned this before) and I was actually rather happy with that. But I told him. I am really a "Mystress" not so much a Mistress.. as I like to maintain both mystery, and some mysticism. *smiles* Now I do believe that we all serve our purpose, slaves or Owner's exactly as we are.

In my case, Paladin is also a Reiki practitioner, and its fairly common for us to send Reiki to someone during our time together. He does all of his duties with only occasional snorts of displeasure. I will say he was most excellent when he learned he'd being taught to give pedicures on Labor Day and jumped into it with much aplomb! My ex Mistress came to visit us, and she taught him how to do it *smiles* it was great fun.. and tonight, I brought home the needed items for him to give me another one, as she had brought hers. So.. that's a another evolvement for us. We'll see how it goes.

Almost time for him to come home, as I am at his place on my laptop as I type this.
Best to all out there.. and welcome to any new readers, especially to Mikka and Kimka, two very sweet girls I've met recently in SL. And a hello from any at Atredies that appear here as well, as several of them have been given the blog address.

Safe paths,
Mystress

Time with my Mystress

2010-09-12T19:41:00.001-07:00

Good evening all.

What a wonderful weekend, not because it was a weekend, but because it was a weekend with Mystress. MMM, from dinner with Mystress on Friday to the cuddle time and the late cuddle mornings on Saturday...to the lovely breakfast and day running chores and spending time together...to more public socializing and cuddle time at home. The entire weekend was hours packed full of wonderful time with my dear sweet amazing Mystress.

In the beginning the weekends were very enjoyanle and intense and as the time has progressed, they have become even more important to Mystress and I. Why more important, not sure why exactly, but the time feels so much more intimate, like we are elevating to another level of closesness together. The time creeps by yet we dont cry over spilt milk. We make the most out of every minute and enjoy it to the fullest. MMMM so so enjoyable.

Each time we are together the time together spurs many thoughts and dreams...mmm what wonderful dreams and thoughts. My only hope, and i am sure its true, that Mystress enjoys the time as much as i do and in the future, there is even more time together.

Paladin

Holiday Weekend Yay

2010-09-05T18:20:00.000-07:00

Hello All.

A long weekend end woohoo. Its been ages, well since the 4th, but it feels much longer since a long weekend. Mystress and I hope that everyone is enjoying their weekend.

A special thank you to Mystress for the Reiki she has been sending me. The weekend started well but today i woke with a splitting sinus headache. Thanks to Mystress its become bareable and a very big thank you to Mystress for that.

Tomorrow we get to spend the day together and in the evening we will be having company for dinner. I am sure we will enjoy the time and company and are looking forward to it.

Enjoy the labor day and as Mystress reminded me...enjoy the short work week next week.

Paladin

Visitng All

2010-08-29T18:57:00.000-07:00

Good evening all. September is almost upon us and the cold weather approaches. This weekend we were treated to 75 degree days and cold nights, mmm what a tease. I can't wait for 50 degree days and the rain...and of course the cuddle time that goes along with that :)

I spent some time with Mystress in SL today...wow...Mystress and the others sure have a tremendous skill when it comes to SL and creating their worlds. I am very impressed and enjoy my time there very much. Dancing slowly with Mystress was a big treat indeed. I also had the opportunity to run into old friends. I send my well wishes and words to them on this blog often but its been sometime since i was in SL to see there. I hope you guys and girls are doing well too.

Now to go count the hours till tomorrow, and seeing my dear Mystress's smile and experiencing her dear company.

Paladin

My Pleasure

2010-08-22T19:18:00.001-07:00

Evening all.

It was my pleasure as always dear Mystress to stop and say hi. I love bringing smiles to your face and if a suprise visit would do that then i am happy to oblige. Beside, it did allow me to get a wonderful goodnight kiss and hug which allowed me to have wonderful dreams :) Mmmmmm Mystress was so yummy in them.

It has been busy indeed and it looks to be busy for a couple more weeks and then some quiet times to follow. It will be great to have some non-busy times and it should be coinciding with the coming fall. MMmmmm love fall, but i am sure you all know that. Thank you Mystress for noting that i do keep to my course, no matter how busy they are. Its very important to me to keep a balance in all i do and when the busy times hit, one need try extra hard to keep the rest in balance and i am happy i have managed to accomplish it. Soon the busy times will pass and i can spend more time on the other aspects, namely yummy Mystress.

My best wishes to our friends who are going through rough times. May they pass soon and allow you to progress to the next chapter in your lives.

Paladin

Catching Up and Dead Links

2010-08-22T16:17:00.000-07:00

Greetings all,

This entry starts out with a thank you to Paladin for stopping by on Fri nite, on his way home from time visiting with his buddies. He musta sensed how much I would have liked for him to do that. I was shocked at the doorbell ringing so late, but sometimes it the neighbors or something.. and yet.there it was.. him. *sighs happily* I DO love surprise visits like that.. things off schedule. He looked and felt tired though, so I didn't let him stay long. It was a treat that he stopped by as late as it was, and as early as it was that he got up.

I was in the midst of trying a new recipe for microwave fudge sauce. He was aghast that it had a whole stick of butter in it, plus a cup of sugar. milk, vanilla. Though it was the butter that was the most shocking. Still, it came out very very good, and little goes a long way. Pet got to watch me doing candy testing on the mix as it boiled, until it got to the soft ball stage.

It was fun to have him around while I was doing it. But it was going to take a while to cool enough to use it, so I sent him on his way with more hugs and kisses.. Thank you again my dear Paladin.. your thoughtfulness tis much appreciated!!!

On other fronts.. things have been running smoothly. Paladin has has a couple of work things that have kept him busier then usual, but that never affects his going about his duties. It can't be said too much, how much I appreciate him. His, steady nature and always optimistic outlook on things. When the world swirls around so much, he never does. He has his lists and goals, and by gosh, he manages to just plow ahead, strong and steady and accomplish them one after another. So I am grateful to have one as him.

Which leads me to mention that he had another birthday since the last time I posted.... and I always enjoy celebrating it, even if he doesn't. I am glad he is in this world, and like to make it known. He did take his birthday spanking quite well. *grins* So, again, I do have a gladness for his presence! Owning Paladin is a lot like owning the very best toy on the block, and being aware enough to know it.. which I am.

And that appreciation gets deeper, when I know of those that didn't make it. Even after years. And that grieves me deeply. 'They' are gone now... and yet, I've not had the heart to take down their links from here. So if you click and they go no where.. that's....why. When I click and it just goes to a deleted page.. my heart drops. And it makes me want to clutch my Paladin closer... but.. I take a deep grounding breath. and know... I don't need to. He is honest, and loyal.. and. always insistent on no holds barred communications. Since he gave me the special ring on our first anniversary, I have no doubts to his allegiance and devotion. And in that..

I know I am very very lucky.

I'll continue to send all good thought to all, and hope that they may find the same happiness that we have.

Best wishes to all..

Mystress

Missing Mystress

2010-08-15T16:44:00.000-07:00

Evening All...i hope that everything is going better with our guests. Even through the rough times, its important to remember that everything gets better, even if its painful when it happens. Mystress and i will send reiki to all and hope for a speedy recovery.

Last week was a busy crazy week with many late nights, infact i only saw my Mystress for 10 mins when i crawled into bed at 2am one night before heading back to work the next day...so i definitely miss my Mystress. We have grown so accustomed to our evenings that when we miss them, which is very very seldom, it definitely is something thats not pleasant indeed. We just adore the time together no matter what form the time takes...mmm cant wait till tomorrow till i see my dear Mystress.

I return to SL with Mystress now. She summoned me to provide some Reiki and i feel happy to oblige when i can. Thank you to Mystress for proving such a wonderful service in SL. Its such a wonderful thing to experience.

Paladin

Sweetness Is

2010-08-08T16:57:00.000-07:00

What is sweetness????? Sweetness is my dear Mystress in so many ways, even those that make her blush :) I dont know why, but i just had to share how sweet my service to Mystress is. We are now officially well into our 4th year and mmm the servie for this year is already as sweet as the years before and i assure you...the rest of the year and years to come will be just as sweet. :)

It was a wonderful cool weekend too which is wonderful. It signals that summer is nearing its end, the scorching hot days soon to be a thing of the past, and our lovely autumn season will be here soon.

Mystress and i love autumn and winter and look forward to it every year, probably more so every year. Why? Well as you all know we love the rain and spending a weekend in bed while the rains falls outside, the rain drops carrying their melody in through the open windows...mmm so sweet indeed. We have already asked the rain gods to make sure it rains more on weekends this year :)

So i spend the evening counting my sweet stars that i have my Mystress and wish everyone a wonderful evening.

Paladin

Yummy Anniversary

2010-08-01T13:37:00.000-07:00

Good afternoon All.

STUPENDOUS.....let me start with that :) Mystress and i celebrated our 3 year anniversary last weekend and oh what a lovely lovely lovely weekend it was.

We spent the entire weekend together going from one function to the next, whether it was a friends birthday on Friday to anniversary dinner Saturday to a spur of the moment dinner on Sunday, we were out and about enjoying each others company. When we were not out we were home, again enjoying each others intimate company.

It would be very diffcult to express how lucky we each feel in our relationship and count our lucky stars each day that we are together. Thankful that after 3 years we are still going so strong and look forward to many more years together experiencing all the wonderful journeys we face together. I emphasize together for whatever the journey that comes our way, we will always experience them together...as is our promise to one another.

I go now to wait for my Mystress who is going to treat me to another day with her today sometime. She has some errands and socializing o do then Mystress will be here...wee looking forward to it all.

In anticipation.

Paladin

Celebration Approaching

2010-07-18T19:04:00.000-07:00

Evening All.

I hope, and Mystress too, that all our lovely friends are doing well in the world. Time is flying and as the saying goes, time flys when your having fun :)

Next weekend Mystress and i spend a lovely weekend together celebrating our anniversary....mmm i cant wait. No fixed plans yet but i am sure we will come up with some great ideas :) The important thing is we will be together and enjoying our special time together :)

One thing i can be somewhat sure of, there wont be any stomping :) We spoke about it, and although we believe in each to their own, we dont get it and it doesnt look like its in the cards :)

Paladin

Stomping???

2010-07-11T20:06:00.000-07:00

Hello Friends and Readers,

What pray tell you ask is that subject line, and the pics about?

Well.. Those are some I took in Second Life today. Met a sub in a place.. chatted a while, and when I asked him what were some of the things he liked in SL, he said foot fetish (Okay, thats REALLY common and plenty of furniture and such to do that) and then he said 'stomping'. Stomping? Like, being stomped on??? 'Yes Ma'am' he says. Really? I mean.. Really???

Well.. okay.. I've not heard of this. well.. there is the place where they shrink the subs into tiny people and then walk on them. Hmmm now that I think about it.. this guy might like that place.

Anyways.. so I have him teleport me to some place to show me what he's talking about and so.. there I am. standing on him.. actually, the animation is having me sort jump up and down on his chest. I ask him "do you find this arousing?" he say "oh yes, I do!" well.. okay then.. My Knight looks over at my screen and chuckles... "perhaps he just wants to look up your skirt'.. yeah. maybe so. I don't get it... what so arousing about this? Well. I dunno..*grins* I think he just likes having someone stomp on him. it was so novel, I figured I 'd just had to take a pic of it and put it here to share to give folks a view of some of the odd D/s things that can happen in SL.

Since he likes the kissing foot bit.. okay.. I do a pose of that for him.. he likes that alot.. Hmmm.. Paladin has never mentioned a foot fetish.... don't think that's one of his things.

And then there was this pose. where I get to use him for a chair. Okay.. I can do that... and it looks kinda cute too. Oh.. and a toast to the ever lovely Lady Muse, who gave me the wonderful champagne goblet yesterday. Seemed an appropriate thing to sip out of while sitting on this slaves back.

I landmarked the place so I can go back. and maybe take Paladin to it. I understand him much better... and perhaps he can give me some insight into it. *grins* He's never said he wanted to stomp on him. but then like me.. he's never heard of it before. And I know he'll like looking up my skirt. *winks*

They also had many other pose balls to click on for different things, but I didn't know this guy, so I kept it pretty mild. The sitting on him like a chair was quite different and actually enjoyable though.

Soooo.. that was part of my adventure in Second Life today. Just when I think I have seen it all there, well, something else comes along and I learn something new. And I do like to do that!

As for our approaching anniversary.. time does seem to fly. And I do feel so lucky each time his mantra pops up at noon on my cell phone.. or he comes in from work.. with his laptop slung over one shoulder, all executive looking in his dress shirt and tie.. puts the laptop down, comes over and kiss's me hello, then pads down the hallway to his room.. and the re-emerges naked with his collar and restraints... .. kneels then offers me his collar and says his mantra....mmmmm...such a charming transformation. Yummmmy!

I'm not sure what all our anniversary weekend will consist of yet.. but being together, is always wonderful. And, his air conditioning has finally been fixed, so now, it won't be 89 degrees in his bedroom at night. Yahhhhyy!

Well, on that note.. best to all out there,

Mystress

Almost time for anniversary

2010-07-11T19:49:00.000-07:00

Good evening to all.

Time passes and so does the time in lovely service to my dear Mystress. Ou anniversary fast approaches and we are looking forward to a lovely time together as usual. Wow time flys and one suprises oneself when you look back and see years of service. It makes one proud to know that finding the right Mystress makes all the time in service so pleasureable and cherished.

A special gratz to all those that have shared a similar time of service and we wish the best wishes to all to continue in such service. For those looking for such service I emplore you to keep searching. As we have posted in the past, its a difficult search and tough rode but the rewards are so so worth it.

Much love to all.

Paladin

Fun and Gratitude with pet..

2010-06-27T21:49:00.000-07:00

Hello all...

It was indeed.. a wonderful weekend at my place this time, as my Knight and his sub were off on a mini trip of their own, so it was up to Paladin and I to be here and keep an eye on the critters and garden. Too hot to leave it unwatered for long.

Their trip was supposed to have been on motorcycles....but when they stopped by here on their way out of town late Fri afternoon, the wires on one of the bikes spontaneously melted... and the bike was dead. (Thank goodness it was here and not on the backside of the moon!)

So.. Plan B... they take my car since Paladin and his car are here for the weekend! Lord knows what the neighbors think of our odd little family. In this case... The four of us buzzing around the driveway as this happens... the obviousness of other plans.. ending with Paladin and I waving good by as my Knight and his sub took off for their trip and the bikes they rode up on are parked by the side of the house, and Paladin's car where myne normally is. *grins* At least whatever they think, they know the four of us are all in it together!

And pet is right.. we slept in very late on Sat morning. We were both quite exhausted from a pretty rough week. I had made sure the room would stay dark and cool before we collapsed.. and when we woke up.. I thought the analog clock it was a bit after 10.. but it was actually after 11. We're normally up around 9-10 ish.. But. it was nice to know we had slept in such a goodly amount. I think brunch was around 1:30.

It was a very nice slow and relaxing day.. we watched a few things I had recorded, as well as the movie 2010, one of my faves that I hadn't seen in a long time.

Then we had a nice sushi buffet dinner.. They had this super pepper encrusted seared ahi. Really tasty, although I think it was a bit spicy for pet. We decided we liked the other Japanese place better though. We both seem to have a liking for Bento Boxes... I like the teriyaki salmon especially... yummmmy!

And bless dear pet... he mowed my yard yesterday too.. even used the weed eater to get all the edges done well... now it looks soooo wonderful! So I am very, very grateful to my wonderful Paladin for keeping my yard in good shape! Its like looking at his love every time I see it now.

Funny.. how we Owner's sometimes make plans...and then change 'em. I had thoughts of tying him up and such on Fri nite.. but we were so tired we kissed and fell asleep.. and then Sat nite... well. you know.. sometimes....things change.....

We watched some 'educational' soft porn (No, really. it was a vid my Knight had on kissing and heavy petting). So it really was done as education....of course. then there was a test to see how well Paladin learned.. and he did a most excellent job! He is a quick study that one. No wonder his grades were always so good.

After the test... .well..

We have a role-play where he becomes the vampire seducing the sleeping lady.. *smiles* It's a role he's gotten very good at. Of course...he's good at pretty much everything he does. Its a fun. and erotic role-play to fall into. We ended the night on that note.. a bit earlier then I'd have liked, but he had a siblings birthday to attend this morning... so we were up early. He wanted me to stay in bed and sleep... but I didn't want to be in it after he had left... it felt better to be up. I love hugging him.. the way my shoulder fits under his.. and how he looks when he smiles down at me...and I remember... that I can do or Command anything.. and he will obey.. Even if there is a slight squeak to it sometimes... well.. perhaps more of a snort then a squeak. I'd swear he makes the same noise my horse did when he didn't want to do something... it always makes me chuckle.. and then.. do whatever I did or said to make him snort again.

It was all in all, another wonderful and charming weekend with Paladin. No matter what other storms may blow and sway other aspects of life, he is always solid and reliable as a rock. Like him.. I wish all good things to all.. and may we each find our best balance.

Well...thats about it for now..

wishing everyone out there all the best..

Mystress

Lovely Times

2010-06-27T20:17:00.000-07:00

Good evening All.

Mmmm what a wonderful weekend...spending time with my sweet Mystress is so so lovely indeed. We had a lovely relaxing weekend, even sleeping till after 11 on Saturday...i guess Mystress and i were both beat from a very long and busy week. We already have more plans for next weekend so, thats great.

I hope that all our friends and guests are well too. Things are going so well for us we hope they are going well for all we know too.

I shall make this short as its probably close to 95 in this room with the computers on :) Have a wonderful week all and have fun.

paladin