steadfast.

( Private to Devin Kuhl, Jacob Anser. )

( Private to Jess. )

( Private to Self. )

[After a few pen taps.]

First Saturday night I've had free in what feels like forever.

Brad, the shag carpet in the bathroom has got to go. I don't care if you like it.

In other news, we're finally settled in the new place. It's too big -- but at least I don't have to listen to Brad snore anymore.

[Added a few minutes later, after a few thoughtful pen taps.]

I need to buy a bed. It's funny. I haven't actually slept in one in seven years. Don't know if I'll be able to once I get one.

( Private to Devin Kuhl. )

[A few false starts.]

Napoleon. I can't keep your car.

Seriously. Come get your keys.

We've got to teach you how to play poker.

[During the Celine Dion special on CBS. Probably with the Breakfast Club.]

What is wrong with Celine Dion's legs? I mean, I'm not in a place to talk about legs, but It's like her lower half goes through a seizure every couple of minutes.

Why are we watching this again?

( Private Entry. )

Brad, you are never allowed to announce a party in the Compendiums again.

The apartment was trashed. I guess I can be consoled in the knowledge that it was the last Super Bowl party we'll ever have here. We're moving out on the 20th. Kind of funny. Last time I was thinking about moving into a two bedroom it was with a woman. Time changes your priorities, I guess.

( Private to Miles Brennan. )

Bradley, the party's yours. Making five dozen barbecue chicken wings is really the last of my worries right now. Use the coasters.

I'll be scarce for the next few days. Working.

[While Charlie is waiting at the bus stop during this. There are a few raindrops that cause the ink to smudge.]

Can anyo

Brad, if you're reading th

Oh, for God's sake! Bradley Knochen, could you be on time for once in your life?

Sometimes I wonder why I even bother.

Bradley, I'm leaving. You have the address to my apartment complex.

( Private Entry. )

So. It looks like I might be in the market for a new apartment.

Jess, if you need someone to walk you home pick you up again after work, don't hesitate to call me. Even if you're working late. I'll still be up and I don't mind.

( Private Entry. )

( To Georgia. Not Private. )

Is there something I can take to stop my ears from ringing?

I think I'm going to go for a walk. Need to clear my head.

( Private Entry: Case Notes )

Been busy with a case. Maybe I'll luck out and not be able to make it Tuesday because of work.

There's a little girl from the first floor of my apartment complex that's making rounds selling Girl Scout cookies. I saw her and her mother knocking on doors earlier today - 6th floor, I think, so she'll be here soon. Does anyone else want some?