Thursday, January 20, 2011

Significant Other Blogfest!

It's the Significant Other Blogfest today, the chance to let your other half hold forth on... you! Since I've no idea what Mr TR might say if left to his own devices, I decided to ask him a few questions.

Check out the other Blogfesters here!


Me: Why did you encourage me to get serious about my writing?

Mr TR: I hated seeing someone I love wasting their life (ouch!).


Did (or do) you think I might have a chance to have a successful writing career?

Mr TR: You're talented and clever, and I knew you'd make it (I didn't pay him, I swear!).


How do you think my attitude towards my writing has changed, since I started?

Mr TR: From the first day, you had the right attitude: committed, respectful of your time writing, conscious of the fact that you're your own manager. What has changed is your awareness of the world of publishing, particularly in the last year or so.


How do you think you help me with my writing ambitions?

Mr TR: By two opposing acts: either nagging you (or pushing you to commit to some idea or project) or by shutting up and being silent and letting you do your thing (these are his words exactly. Yes, MR TR speaks like that).


How has writing full-time changed me?

Mr TR: You are definitely a happier person since you started pursuing your dream. Still as gorgeous as ever, and as nice as all Canadians (Mr TR thinks Canadians are very nice). You watch less telly and drink less wine (if you think I drink a lot of wine now, you should have seen what I consumed when I was teaching!).


Anything else to add?

Mr TR: Yes. I love you (awwww!).

Thank you, Mr TR! And thanks to everyone participating in the Blogfest, and to DL for organising it! I'm waaay behind on blog comments this week, but I'm going to try to catch up this weekend, so please bear with me.
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  1. Alex J. Cavanaugh21 January 2011 at 12:18

    Sounds like he's a champ, Talli!

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  2. Talei21 January 2011 at 12:25

    Aw, sweet - this made me smile! You're both very lucky to have each other! I can feel the love and support beaming off this post my dear. ;)

    Have a lovely weekend! x

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  3. L. Diane Wolfe21 January 2011 at 12:33

    Ooo, he's tough! Glad I never get nagged to move forward.

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  4. DL Hammons21 January 2011 at 12:42

    He definitely sounds like a keeper!! :) I like how he recogizes that there's a time to nudge, and a time to let things develop on their own. Nice!

    Thank you for linking arms with me for this Talli! It has become a special day. :)

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  5. Jon Paul21 January 2011 at 12:43

    Great hearing from Mr. TR, and awesome to see you have such a supporter in your corner. Makes all the difference!

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  6. Unknown21 January 2011 at 12:47

    What a sweetheart!! I love him!!! So I took a different approach. I didn't ask my man questions, I just let him have the reigns completely. I'm glad he still managed to pull it off. Questions might have been easier, lol.

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  7. Jessica Bell21 January 2011 at 12:55

    Aww, he sounds like a catch! ;o)

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  8. Shannon21 January 2011 at 13:05

    Awww...this is such a great post! Good job Mr. TR! You two are such a great pair. Thanks for allowing us to learn more about you.

    I love this blogfest.

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  9. Ellen Brickley21 January 2011 at 13:23

    Mr TR sounds like a lovely guy, Talli, you're both very lucky :)

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  10. Matthew MacNish21 January 2011 at 13:25

    This is the coolest idea ever. I wish I could have taken part, but I can't get Kelly to even read my blog, let alone write a post.

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  11. Stephanie Lorée21 January 2011 at 13:31

    Love it, Talli. Great job Mr. TR! Keep kicking her in the writing butt!

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  12. Cat Lavoie21 January 2011 at 14:03

    Awww... you guys are so cute!! And I agree with Mr TR's views on Canadians! lol Have a great weekend! :)

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  13. S.A. Larsenッ21 January 2011 at 14:04

    This was so down to earth. I'm really happy for you both an all your success, Talli!

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  14. Myne21 January 2011 at 14:13

    He is so sweet!

    Check out my post here...

    http://www.mynewhitmanwrites.com/2011/01/note-from-atala-significant-other.html

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  15. Unknown21 January 2011 at 14:22

    What a sweetie!! Loved this, Talli!!

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  16. Courtney Barr - The Southern Princess21 January 2011 at 14:25

    Talli - I love this! He is tough and wonderful!

    You are both very lucky ;o)

    Visit My Kingdom Anytime

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  17. Summer Frey21 January 2011 at 14:32

    Very nice, Talli! Sounds like he's the right mix of support and firm encouragement. :)

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  18. Dan21 January 2011 at 14:38

    That's awesome! There's nothing in the world more valuable than a supportive spouse.

    Dan - here's my wife's post.

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  19. Jules21 January 2011 at 14:46

    Thanks for hosting the fest. I'm having a wonderful time with it. OH, and it is nice to meet you. :)
    Jules @ Trying To Get Over The Rainbow

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  20. Old Kitty21 January 2011 at 14:49

    Awwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww!!!!

    Awwwwwwwwww!

    :-)

    x

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  21. Anonymous21 January 2011 at 14:52

    I love how he noticed you are 'happier' since pursuing your dream. Very sweet.

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  22. Carol Kilgore21 January 2011 at 14:56

    Awwww. Mr. TR sounds like a great guy.
    Have a fun weekend.

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  23. Sarah Ahiers21 January 2011 at 15:11

    he's right about canadians. I've never met a canuck i didn't like

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  24. walk2write21 January 2011 at 15:16

    So they notice how much wine we're consuming?! Seriously now, this fest has confirmed my suspicion that writing is not as solitary or lonely as we might think. The two-sided coin of nudging on or staying silent that Mr. TR and all of the other significant others keep in their pockets redeem us from that awful fate. Thanks, Talli, for helping host the blogfest.

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  25. Candyland21 January 2011 at 15:17

    I love his attitude. You two seem great together:)

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  26. Unknown21 January 2011 at 15:18

    I agree, Canadian are nice - he, he! Mr. TR sounds like a terrific guy. Worth moving to England for!

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  27. Norma21 January 2011 at 15:30

    Mr. TR is a.) deeply in love b.) just being perfectly honest c.) one hell of a diplomat or d. all of the above

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  28. Meredith21 January 2011 at 15:38

    So sweet! Love that he's so super supportive!

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  29. Hart Johnson21 January 2011 at 16:10

    Awwwww! He's fabulous! (making me just a little jealous. HWMNBMOTI is much crabbier. But I love how supportive he is (and i agree that Canadians are nice... and understand why teachers drink)

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  30. Lydia Kang21 January 2011 at 16:17

    Awwwww! So sweet! And supportive. Great combo!

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  31. Margo Kelly21 January 2011 at 16:23

    Love it!! :)

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  32. ~Sia McKye~21 January 2011 at 16:24

    Talli, what a wonderful person to have in your corner. One who appreciates and loves you. One who is wise enough to know when to push you to be your best and when to step back and let you find your way. You can tell he's proud of you!

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  33. Talli Roland21 January 2011 at 16:28

    Thanks, everyone! I think he's a pretty special bloke. :)

    I've just returned from reading almost all the other entries - might have missed a few that weren't up when I made my rounds. I think we all have wonderful people around us! I've really enjoyed reading all the posts!

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  34. Wendy Tyler Ryan21 January 2011 at 16:34

    What an adorable post. I think he's a keeper!

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  35. Alex Cameron21 January 2011 at 16:37

    Oh what a lovely husband you have! I must confess I totally forgot about SO Blogfest and someone very kindly left a comment and reminded me - how terrible. Anyway he's on there now - Mister Good Wifehold... ahhh they all have their ways - don't they? Funny creatures. Thanks again for inspiration Talli. TGW

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  36. Heather21 January 2011 at 16:39

    This is a great idea for a blogfest. We need to honor our supportive significant others more often. ;) Your hubby sounds so incredibly sweet!

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  37. Elizabeth Briggs21 January 2011 at 16:44

    How cute! You are lucky to have such a supportive husband!

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  38. Donea Lee21 January 2011 at 16:46

    Lucky, lucky girl! I'm so happy you've got such a supportive, loving man in your life who appreciates your dreams and spurs you on! So cool ~ :)

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  39. Angela21 January 2011 at 16:46

    Your husband is so sweet.

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  40. Sara B. Larson21 January 2011 at 16:49

    THat's so great that he is so supportive and knows you so well. :) Great interview!

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  41. Sangu Mandanna21 January 2011 at 16:54

    Talli, I'm so glad we've finally managed to hear from Mr TR (Mr TR, you are awesome, by the way). This was a great interview - there's so much obvious fun and support and banter and love between the two of you, it was great to read!

    Thanks for co-hosting such a great blogfest!

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  42. Kari Marie21 January 2011 at 17:01

    Mr. TR sounds wonderfully supportive! You are a lucky lady.

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  43. Olga21 January 2011 at 17:08

    What a wonderful post! It is very true that all creative people need love and support. Mr. TR is a treasure.
    So is my husband :)

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  44. Elena Solodow21 January 2011 at 17:14

    Absolutely lovely.

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  45. Jhon Baker21 January 2011 at 17:16

    I am pushing K to write hers now - she has been thinking about it for awhile but - I think she may be nervous.

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  46. LindyLouMac21 January 2011 at 17:30

    Ah, behind every good woman xx

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  47. Hannah21 January 2011 at 18:03

    So adorable!! He's a keeper. I wish I could have found the time to participate. This is fun!

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  48. Nicole Zoltack21 January 2011 at 18:05

    Aww, this was so sweet! He sounds like such a keeper, Talli!

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  49. Len Lambert21 January 2011 at 18:32

    So sweet, Talli! Thanks to you and DL once again for coming up with this blogfest! I'm now off to the other Significant Other posts! :) Happy Weekend! :)

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  50. Summer Ross21 January 2011 at 18:33

    Awww Mr TR is so sweet, kind of to the point, but he cares alot. great post, I understand the whole deciding to go with questions, I had the same idea LOL

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  51. Plamena Schmidt21 January 2011 at 18:48

    "You watch less telly and drink less wine." LOL!

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  52. Melissa21 January 2011 at 19:04

    Okay... pretty sure your husband is THE BEST!

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  53. Roxy21 January 2011 at 19:06

    So sweet, Talli. I really like your Mister. This is a great blogfest.

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  54. Arlee Bird21 January 2011 at 19:19

    Well gosh by golly, that's just so endearing. Nice to have that kind of support.

    Lee
    Tossing It Out

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  55. Lindsay21 January 2011 at 19:25

    Aww, so sweet.

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  56. Jodi Henry21 January 2011 at 19:32

    A nagger...gotta love that.

    J

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  57. Golden Eagle21 January 2011 at 19:52

    Awww!

    Great post. :)

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  58. Christopher21 January 2011 at 19:52

    well here's the obligatory

    awwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww

    sounds like a good guy, and canadians are nice

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  59. Jan Morrison21 January 2011 at 20:27

    yep - he's just what you need in a partner when you're a writer! I'm so glad you found true love AND a great guy...

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  60. Manzanita21 January 2011 at 20:31

    Now a husband like that I could take. Happy Happy Happy.
    Have a grand week end.

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  61. Unknown21 January 2011 at 20:51

    What a great guy! And yes, all Canadians are super nice.

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  62. LTM21 January 2011 at 20:53

    aw! Mr. TR is too too sweet, and he seems like the perfect supporter! I agree w/him. Canadians all seem very very sweet~ :D <3

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  63. Abby Minard21 January 2011 at 21:03

    This blogfest is too cute! Loving all these sweet posts!

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  64. Ellie Garratt21 January 2011 at 21:06

    Bless, MR TR. He's a star! Thank you for sharing.

    My significant other

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  65. Vicki Rocho21 January 2011 at 23:20

    That was fabulous! You have him trained well (TOTALLY kidding)

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  66. Colene Murphy22 January 2011 at 00:11

    Awe he sounds awesome! You two are too sweet.

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  67. Jennifer Hillier22 January 2011 at 00:48

    Awwww this was amazing! What a great couple you two make. :)

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  68. Theresa Milstein22 January 2011 at 00:49

    Wine and teaching - it's really a good pair isn't it?

    Love this post! How great he's so supportive. Hope this winds up being a wonderful year for you both.

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  69. Jemi Fraser22 January 2011 at 01:12

    Love it!!! Especially as he's realized all Canadians are nice! :)

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  70. Kath22 January 2011 at 02:03

    Mr TR is a total star. It's so great to hear that he recognises there's a time to nudge and nag and a time to stand back and let you get on with it. He gets it!

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  71. Jolene Perry22 January 2011 at 02:07

    Well, that was WAY fun. Thanks!

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  72. Carol Riggs22 January 2011 at 03:02

    Um, yep, guess you'll just have to keep him! Very sweet. Have a great weekend.

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  73. dolorah22 January 2011 at 03:44

    Thank you for participating Mr. TR :)

    So nice to see such dedicated encouragement.

    ......dhole

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  74. Ella22 January 2011 at 03:54

    I love how he respects your needs and supported your desire to follow your passion! Very sweet, with a side of tough...good mix!

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  75. L.A. Colvin22 January 2011 at 04:19

    aaww Mr. T sounds amazing...btw there's nothing wrong with a little wine heheh

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  76. alexia22 January 2011 at 05:22

    So sweet! Good job, Mr. TR!

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  77. G.~22 January 2011 at 05:55

    Thank you for supporting a writer, and congratulations Talli for making it to published author!

    I got my significant other blogfest up kind of late today, but it's there none the less.

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  78. Amy Holder22 January 2011 at 07:02

    Awwww! What a wonderful post! You two are cute together. :)

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  79. Hilary Melton-Butcher22 January 2011 at 08:15

    Hi Talli and Mr T .. great pic .. and I love the support that's there .. shows that changing to doing something we're passionate about - can make us happier.

    Enjoy the chocolates, wine and long walks in the Park together .. and here's to lots of success .. Hilary

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  80. D.J.Kirkby22 January 2011 at 10:10

    Mr TR is just as fab as his wife. You two are very lovely people. Great q&a's :)

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  81. HelenMWalters22 January 2011 at 12:12

    You drink *less* wine now? Blimey!

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  82. Mara McBain22 January 2011 at 16:05

    He sounds like a real keeper, Talli!

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  83. Kimberly Franklin22 January 2011 at 16:41

    Aww.... so sweet! :)

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  84. Heidrun Khokhar, KleinsteMotte22 January 2011 at 19:01

    I'm a fan of anything Roland. My blog will tell you why.
    You're a happy author and I say hugs to you!!!

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  85. The Happy Whisk22 January 2011 at 19:06

    Hey Talli: That was a really great post. I love how you interjected there, in red. Very funny and touching. Great job.

    Now ... I'm off to make caramel drizzled apples with nuts and whipping cream. Have a most excellent day. Eat well.

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  86. Jamie Gibbs22 January 2011 at 20:30

    Thanks Mr TR :D Sounds like he's a perfect motivator if ever you get an off day too :)

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  87. Angelina Rain22 January 2011 at 21:00

    Awww, what a great interview. I wanted my hubby to participate in the blogfest, but he couldn't be bribed.

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  88. Susan Fields22 January 2011 at 22:10

    I love your picture - he sounds like a great guy!

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  89. Patricia22 January 2011 at 23:38

    Oh you do have writing talent and I just reviewed your book and you replied on my last post.

    My entire family is Canadian so I think your sweetheart is right on about being lovely people - a couple live in Oz now, but my family is the odd ones in the USA.

    My father was from Scotland.

    Your fellow is very nice for putting it all out in public. My guy is so reserved I write his blog: the biking architect!

    Thanks for you nice words on my post

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  90. Wendy Lu22 January 2011 at 23:51

    D'awww, that is so sweet! :) It was cool getting acquainted with the mind of Mr TR haha.

    I wish I'd been able to participate in this blogfest, but alas my coaxing wasn't enough. :(

    ~TRA

    http://xtheredangelx.blogspot.com

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  91. Su23 January 2011 at 04:13

    That is so sweet! (And I think Canadians are very nice, too.)

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  92. Jai Joshi23 January 2011 at 04:19

    You're Mr. TR sounds fabulous! I'm so happy for you that you have such a solid foundation of support.

    Jai

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  93. Deborah Carr (Debs)23 January 2011 at 13:17

    Mr TR sounds so fabulous. Glad you have such perfect support from your significant other.

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  94. Julie Dao23 January 2011 at 16:04

    So cute!!! You guys are wonderful together.

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  95. William Kendall23 January 2011 at 19:54

    Fun interview, both of you! Love it!

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  96. girl daydreaming23 January 2011 at 23:41

    inspiring... you've found love and inspiration and respect in the same place, quite beautiful! thanks for sharing.

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  97. Anonymous24 January 2011 at 06:56

    Aw, Mr. TR is such a sweetheart! This was a fun read :-)

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  98. Saumya24 January 2011 at 15:44

    Awwwwwww!! I love this, Talli :) You guys are so cute! And I love that he knew you would make it because you're talented and clever. You've got a winner!

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  99. India Drummond27 January 2011 at 10:15

    This is seriously adorable.

    Just sayin. :D

    And no, you don't have to come comment on my blog now. :P

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