My Third Novel's Conclusion, My Heartbreak

My heart begins to break when I think about completing this particular book -- because this narrative has sustained me like no other story I've known. It's both more personal and more universal than my other works. But beyond memory and archetype, it's a cri-de-coeur about needing to become the person one is destined to be. And in the writing, I have met my own life's work, my own fated journey -- having the sense all the while that the pages are suffused with a resonance, an energy, an electrified field that defies explanation. Writers hope and pray to be overtaken by a work in this way -- to be conscripted into passionate service of a profound story. To experience it even once in a lifetime seems a great privilege. I still have several months before this novel is complete, and this constitutes my reprieve. Because I'm not ready for the beauty to end.




Sunday, August 10, 2025

Evening of August 10, 2025

 

OIG Hotline, having finished walking my dogs for the evening, I have walked to the Whistler Fairmont in order to communicate with your Office regarding the honor and lawfulness of all interactions.

When I walked Birdie, we did not meet anyone this evening, because I took a different route than normal.

Following this, I walked Poppy along the same path.  She met a dog named Puka, all black, whose owners seemed completely charmed by Poppy's excellent manners. Puka, by contrast, snarled and snapped on one occasion, with no precipitating incident, prompting our departure.  Puka's mom photographed Poppy greeting Puka sweetly, so I'm certain she will file a witness statement.  In general, dog owners do not photograph one another's dogs without permission to do so -- a favor I would have withheld.

After we left, a stranger on the Village Stroll commented on how sweet and loving Poppy is, and I readily agreed.

Later on our walk, a one-year-old, toddling with his mother on the left side of the path, walked past Poppy, who lay down to show submission and concern.  When the toddler was close by, she stood up to say hello, though the mother did not stop.  I explained that Poppy is very friendly to children, and the mother seemed delighted.

On the path home, an off-leash dog named Timber ran up to Poppy, who happily greeted him.  Timber's mom quickly leashed him and gave affection to Poppy, who was asking for belly rubs.  This woman, too, was extremely complimentary, repeatedly calling Poppy a "sweetheart," a judgement with which I readily agreed.

We met no one else on the way home, but once in the hotel suite, I received an apparent threat of false reporting regarding my walk with Poppy.  This puppy is an absolute sweetheart, submissive, affectionate, and trusting to everyone she meets.  She exhibits no aggression whatsoever.

Following my return to the hotel suite, I walked to Shoppers Drug Mart, where I purchased dix Perrier water, one box of ginger green tea, and one bag of cheddar popcorn.  The cashier was absent and a sign was in place directing customers to utilize self-checkout, which I subsequently did.  However, before leaving the store, I notice that the cashier had reappeared.  Accordingly, I asked her to verify the accuracy of my receipt, which she did.  The risk in this setting seemed to me to be an AI-generated film suggesting shoplifting a few hours hence.  Accordingly, I engaged with the cashier honorably prior to leaving the store.

After this, I walked to the Fairmont, giving one of my waters to a young man with a sign asking for drinks or contributions along the path.

Following this documentation, I will walk home, as it is still light outside.

Please be apprised that I have provided this communication to your Office via email as well.  Although the date/time stamp on the Fairmont's desktop computer is false, it is August 10, 2025, and I have provided your Office with documentation allowing you to update communications for several important specified reasons.  Accordingly, your Office should be adequately supported in rendering this document valid.

This is to confirm that all of my conduct, activities,  communications, interactions, internet access, phone calls, phone use, and intentions have been and continue to be lawful and honorable in every way, shape and form.

I hereby contest the claims of any person who suggests otherwise as knowingly, willfully and categorically false.

I hereby certify that the foregoing is true and correct.

Most sincerely, 

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