I Love My Pillow, But Otaku?

I remember how hard it was to let go of my attachment to stuffed animals. Those fluffy, soft, non-judgmental toys got me through some rough childhood times. Alas, adulthood came and it was time to let go.

Then, there's my pillows. Love them, too. Soft, fluffy, perfect for resting one's head. I have to have my pillows to sleep well. Normal attachment to pillows. Most of us need one or two to sleep well.

BUT, um, this New York Times article regarding the practice of otaku brings all that pillow-loving, stuffed animal, doll-type love to a whole new level.

To be clear, we're not talking the, ahem, sex dolls, some males use as an "aid". Nope, we're talking l-o-v-e, folks.

Article here.

A Couple Of Love Stories For You

This couple is thankful for renovation needs. You have to wonder how the letter fell behind the mantle, but at least it finally surfaced. Article here.

Then there's making things easy on yourself (but not on anyone else). What's in a name, indeed.

I Love My Boyfriend This Much.

I understand the concept of stealing someone else's boyfriend. I understand the feeling of being "in love".

But, no, I don't think I'd ever steal $11 million for my boyfriend.

Article here.

Valentine's Day Is Dangerous

These Sudan clerics don't care for the holiday.