by Walker Bennett, SF Author
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April 5, 2006

Another thing I've been up to

July 03, 2007 05:00 PM EDT
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It looks very good on Leah!

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Comments: 96

flit . Jul 3, 2007, 5:04pm EDT
oh my! I bet it does! Congratulations!
Leah Christensen Jul 3, 2007, 5:06pm EDT
Thank you Flit! We are very happy, two of Walker's kids who are currently near us are happy, and even the exes seem to like me!!!
flit . Jul 3, 2007, 5:07pm EDT
of course they do!
Leah Christensen Jul 3, 2007, 5:09pm EDT
;-) Flit, we have a funny story about just how well one of the ex-wives gets along with me. Let's see if we can talk Walker into sharing it! *grin*
flit . Jul 3, 2007, 5:12pm EDT
I get along well with my hubby's ex... in fact at one point, several years ago, when he & I had a fight - and I was totally burned out from taking care of his mom - I went and stayed with her for a bit.

small town; there was a lot of gossip about that.
Leah Christensen Jul 3, 2007, 5:31pm EDT
Wow Flit, that's awsome....but did you ever have the ex-wife climb into bed with you, in the bedroom that you and your hubby shared? ROFLMAO
flit . Jul 3, 2007, 5:33pm EDT
oh dear! uh.... nope!

that definitely sounds like an article or two!
Leah Christensen Jul 3, 2007, 5:37pm EDT
Yes Flit, there's definitely an article in that, somewhere. I was in there alone one morning just after Walker had gone to work and....

Now we just have to decide which one of us is going to publish the article! haha
flit . Jul 3, 2007, 5:46pm EDT
I think you both should .... like elizabeth e and lauren's crabbing articles... it's cool to have 2 different perspectives on the same event.
flit . Jul 3, 2007, 5:48pm EDT
oh, and have you both read and voted for my short story? Pretty please?
Leah Christensen Jul 3, 2007, 5:54pm EDT
That's a really neat idea, Flit. I think I'm also going to write something about becoming engaged, and of course I'm going to link HERE for those who want to ee the pictures!
Christine P. Jul 3, 2007, 6:13pm EDT
I was just going to ask if this was the real thing!!!!!!! I am soooooo happy for the two of you!!:) I congragulate you both from the bottom of my heart!!!
Leah Christensen Jul 3, 2007, 6:19pm EDT
Thank you so much, Christine!!! White gold sipped in diamonds? I'd say that seals the deal.
Rosa See Ya Jul 3, 2007, 6:22pm EDT
Walker's been up to something other than jokes. Well done. Congrats, you two!!!! Who's moving where?
Walker Bennett, SF Author Jul 3, 2007, 6:23pm EDT
We haven't decided. We might just move to Denmark or Moscow. She actually likes cold weather.
flit . Jul 3, 2007, 6:34pm EDT
I think you should move to Guelph... easier on the cat ... and I'm thinking of applying to do my MA in creative writing thru UofG
flit . Jul 3, 2007, 6:36pm EDT
and there's lotsa cold weather :)
Walker Bennett, SF Author Jul 3, 2007, 8:34pm EDT
Most people don't realize that UofG is a world class university. Good luck there! I've got a friend who teaches environmental science there.
Bebe S. Jul 3, 2007, 9:01pm EDT
Congrats!!! That is just wonderful!
Leah Christensen Jul 3, 2007, 9:53pm EDT
LOL Rosa. Yes Walker has definitely been up to something. We are not sure who is moving where, we might just end up living in both countries, some time together here, some time together there, sadly a few weeks apart possibly, depends on the overnments, and how quickly we can work things out. As son as Gather will be the first to know.
Leah Christensen Jul 3, 2007, 9:58pm EDT
LOL Walker. After getting off the phone with my mother, that idea sounds better and better. Denmark> Mowcow? Wonderful!!!!!!! ;-)
Leah Christensen Jul 3, 2007, 10:17pm EDT
Flit!!!

Go for the U of G!!! You're only a few blocks from The Second Cup, and there's this REALLY HOT TURKISH GUY who works at the Campus radio station!!!!
Leah Christensen Jul 3, 2007, 10:18pm EDT
It sure is, Walker!!! Get me in touch with your friend, and we can meet up at The Second cup, next time I'm in Guelph. I'd love to meet someone who knows you.
Leah Christensen Jul 3, 2007, 10:19pm EDT
Thank you, Bebe.
flit . Jul 4, 2007, 12:30am EDT
LOL we won't offer that to hubby as a reason for Guelph over New Brunswick!

All of my profs are pushing me towards Uof NB .... but I think its just that Guelph's creative writing program is much newer... not as well known... going to try to get info from both ...

but honestly, with 2 kids of my own ... plus his daughter with a 1 year old and another due in August.... NB just is toooooooooooooooo far away.
Svetlana Goryacheva Jul 4, 2007, 1:17am EDT
To Moscow, PLEASE!!!... ;-)) And BE HAPPY!!! ;-))

BTW, the ring is absolutely fantastic!

Love and hugs in abundance to you both - S.
Leah Christensen Jul 4, 2007, 2:41am EDT
I agree with you, Flit. Guelph seems much more practical. A shame you won't be able to fully enjoy that hot Turkish guy, but atleast I mentioned him. If you know of any single females in Guelph, let them know. ;-) He's interesting, but nothing compared to WALKER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

If you happen to walk by the CFRU offices on a Sunday afternoon, tell him I went to AZ, and that I took my Turkish coffee with me. Yes the station streams on line, but Walker keeps me VERY BUSY down here. *grin*
Leah Christensen Jul 4, 2007, 2:43am EDT
Thank you so much, Dear Sveta. We promise you that regardless of where we decide to live, we will make sure to spend as much time as possible in Moscow.

I'm so happy you like my ring. Now you have also seen the rest of my favourite jewellery. Do you see the ring on my right hand ring finger with the 10 garnets and 4 diamonds in a checker design> That's my "independence ring" which I bought for myself when I turned 18. Until Walker proposed, I wore it on my left-hand ring finger.
Rose S. Jul 4, 2007, 6:28am EDT
Congratulations, I am very happy for you two. When is the big day?
Sarah (I want points) Jul 4, 2007, 1:04pm EDT
wow! That's a beautiful ring!
Leah Christensen Jul 4, 2007, 2:13pm EDT
Thank you Rose. We are still deciding on a date...and how we're going to tell the REST of my family!!
Leah Christensen Jul 4, 2007, 2:14pm EDT
Thank you Sarah
Donald H. Jul 4, 2007, 2:46pm EDT
Way to go you 2!
Leah Christensen Jul 4, 2007, 4:28pm EDT
Thank you Doc!!! I knew if anyone would be excited, it woudl be you....right up there with Sveta!!!
Dorine H. Jul 4, 2007, 6:34pm EDT
!!!Wowwowowow!!! Congratulations!!! I am sooooo thrilled for you!!! Heck, I'm sitting here crying with happiness!!!

The ring is gorgeous! How I'd love to see it in person--and see YOU!

I wish you a forever marriage and great happiness.
Leah Christensen Jul 4, 2007, 8:56pm EDT
Thank you, Dorine. That means a lot. We would love to meet you some time. Yes, the ring is wonderful, but not nearly as wonderful as the man who gave it to me. Thanks so much for your kind wishes, and a very happy 4th Of July, to you.
Miz Lynn aka/BooBoo Jul 4, 2007, 11:58pm EDT
Ahhhh my sweet lil Leah, how utterly, wonderfully FANTASTIC!! *doing a happy dance*
Leah Christensen Jul 5, 2007, 1:09am EDT
Thank you Lynn. I see your daughter is also doing a happy dance. Thank you so much!!!!
Kelly M. Jul 5, 2007, 1:51am EDT
Congrats! Beautiful ring!
Wilma M. Jul 5, 2007, 1:59am EDT
The ring is just gorgeous! Congratulations.
Sonia M. Jul 5, 2007, 2:40am EDT
Beautiful ring......! Looks like an antique.....Congratulations to both of you!
Oran Giblan Jul 5, 2007, 2:40am EDT
Congrats. Great choice.
Both in Leah and the ring!
Leah Christensen Jul 5, 2007, 2:46am EDT
Thank you Kelly.
Leah Christensen Jul 5, 2007, 2:46am EDT
Thank you Wilma. I absolutely love it.
Leah Christensen Jul 5, 2007, 2:47am EDT
Thank you Sonia. It does look like an antique. I love it because it's so unique...just like Walker!
Leah Christensen Jul 5, 2007, 2:49am EDT
oRAN, THAT'S SWEET TO SAY TO wALKER. i THINK YOU'RE ABSOLUTELY RIGHT.
Lisa Frost Jul 5, 2007, 2:50am EDT
Congratulations! The ring is beautiful! I am sure whatever your plans, and wherever you end up, you will be very happy together!
Wow and a hearty CONGRATS to you both. I wish you both the happiness you both deserve. WTG...!
donna h. Jul 5, 2007, 4:48am EDT
It's a beautiful ring...I wish you both the very best.
Lynn G. Jul 5, 2007, 6:46am EDT
CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!!!!! Gorgeous ring, and wonderful couple! Wishing you years of happiness and fun!
Vikki M. Jul 5, 2007, 6:54am EDT
Congrats! What a gorgeous ring! It does the heart good to see a couple so truly and completely in love!
Linda DeMerle Jul 5, 2007, 7:05am EDT
That is some ring! Exquisite! Best wishes to you both. I hope you are as happy as my husband and I, which is darned near ridiculously deliriously. We even baffle ourselves.
Bonnie S. Jul 5, 2007, 7:53am EDT
That is a beautiful ring, I am so happy for you both : (
Sandra ~ D. Jul 5, 2007, 9:59am EDT
Congratulations!!! Beautiful ring. Many happy happy deleriously happy days.
Sue * Jul 5, 2007, 10:47am EDT
Congratulations to both of you...the ring is gorgeous! I'm sure you are both very excited and happy!
Clare Stella Jul 5, 2007, 11:31am EDT
congratulations!! a beautiful ring too!
Kathryn E. Jul 5, 2007, 12:55pm EDT
beautiful ring - i love the antique look rings have now.
Jerri H. Jul 5, 2007, 2:19pm EDT
Congrats
Leah Christensen Jul 5, 2007, 5:11pm EDT
Thank you Lisa F.
Leah Christensen Jul 5, 2007, 5:14pm EDT
Thank you Ernie.
Leah Christensen Jul 5, 2007, 5:16pm EDT
Thank you Donna H.
Leah Christensen Jul 5, 2007, 5:17pm EDT
Thanks, Lynn G/
Leah Christensen Jul 5, 2007, 5:17pm EDT
Thank you Vikki, I second that!
Leah Christensen Jul 5, 2007, 5:18pm EDT
Thank you LL> Yes we ARE that happy!
Leah Christensen Jul 5, 2007, 5:19pm EDT
Thank you Bonnie.
Leah Christensen Jul 5, 2007, 5:20pm EDT
Thanks a million, Sandra.
Leah Christensen Jul 5, 2007, 5:20pm EDT
Thanks Sue. It's nice to know that so many people are excited!
Leah Christensen Jul 5, 2007, 5:21pm EDT
Thank you Clare, it sure is.
Leah Christensen Jul 5, 2007, 5:22pm EDT
Thank you Kathryn That's exactly what Walker and I were saying last night.
Leah Christensen Jul 5, 2007, 5:22pm EDT
Thanks Jerri.
Stephanie A. (On vacation) Jul 5, 2007, 9:17pm EDT
Congratulations!!! I love the ring. I know you will have a long and wonderful life together.
Leah Christensen Jul 5, 2007, 9:49pm EDT
Thank you so much, Stephanie!
Congratulations to you both!
Taliah "Had it with the drama" H. Jul 6, 2007, 3:34pm EDT
Congrats! Walker you have excellent taste in bling!
Leah Christensen Jul 6, 2007, 4:23pm EDT
Thank you Joy.
Leah Christensen Jul 6, 2007, 4:23pm EDT
He sure does, Taliah.
Nonalee ~. Jul 6, 2007, 11:43pm EDT
What a gorgeous ring! I'm so happy for both of you!
Kathleen ♥ L. Jul 7, 2007, 2:42am EDT
Great news you two... although it seemed inevitable after reading about y'all's escapades over the last several months. You are both so lucky to have found each other, congratulations.
...Great taste in jewelry as well as women Walker! :D
Serina Matteson Jul 7, 2007, 7:47am EDT
Oh my gosh it is beautiful. Congratulations to you both.
Leah Christensen Jul 7, 2007, 3:27pm EDT
Thank you Nonalee.
Leah Christensen Jul 7, 2007, 3:29pm EDT
Thank you Kathleen. We knew everyone knew it was coming, but it was still fun to announce it anyway!! Now all that's left is to tell my FATHER (and go into the witness protection program).
Leah Christensen Jul 7, 2007, 3:30pm EDT
Thank you Serina.
Karolyn Q. Jul 8, 2007, 2:17pm EDT
Congratulations!
Johnny Gregory Jul 9, 2007, 2:54am EDT
Congratulations Walker! I am sure you and Leah are happy about this but to a dedicated bachelor like me, I have to think that another good man is about to bite the dust! LOL (Just kidding!)
Walker Bennett, SF Author Jul 9, 2007, 2:58am EDT
Well Johnny, it was either this, or fly to Sydney :)
Leah Christensen Jul 9, 2007, 3:26pm EDT
Thank you Karolyn.
Leah Christensen Jul 9, 2007, 3:27pm EDT
LOL Johnny. Perhaps Walker believes in QUALITY over quantity. 3 ex-wives are enough. He knows I plan to keep him. ;-)
Leah Christensen Jul 9, 2007, 3:28pm EDT
Yeah right, Walker. Fly to Sydney? Over my dead body!!!
Shannon W Jul 11, 2007, 3:20pm EDT
Congrats to you both!
Leah Christensen Jul 11, 2007, 10:07pm EDT
Thanks Shannon.
Leah Christensen Jul 11, 2007, 10:07pm EDT
Thank you Judi.
Old Crow (straight, but not narrow) Jul 12, 2007, 10:59am EDT
Congratulations and I hope you have many, many years of joy.
Leah Christensen Jul 28, 2007, 4:14am EDT
Thanks, Old Crow.
Michele Scercy Aug 1, 2007, 12:00pm EDT
Congratulations! That's a beautiful ring.
Leah Christensen Aug 6, 2007, 5:58am EDT
Thank you Michele. Walker thought the stone should have been biger, but I told him it was perfect for me. I LOVE IT!! And why would I want a bigger diamond? I've got Walker, and that's what's most important to me.

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