-sigh-... I'm sorry that my activeness is so sporadic. I must admit to my interest level fluctuates in accordance to how much outside conversation is going on. I need to do better at actually engaging conversation, especially if I like the story so much. Which I do. A lot. I was wondering if you would like to have some sideline chatting with me. Either in a PM or via AOL Instant messenger or email...?  I don't readily notice if there are new posts in the out of character section.   Case in point, I didn't notice that you had answered my question earlier.  I think it is really cool that you are going to school for biology and teach science in school. What level?