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Tonight I have been watching the Shoutbox for around two hours.
And in that two hours the sole topic of conversation has been Kami,her boyfriend,Kristy and very briefly others connected with Kami & Kristy.
This has included folks doing research into those peoples personal lives,doing detective work just short of buying a deer-stalker hat,smoking a pipe & getting a bloodhound!
So that started me thinking,which is never a good thing!
 
Question, when does an interest in this site or a particular girl or couple go beyond a healthy interest/pastime, and slip into being unhealthy?
 
Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) is a mental health condition where a person has obsessive thoughts and compulsive activity.OCD symptoms can range from mild to severe. Some people with OCD may spend an hour or so a day engaged in obsessive-compulsive thinking and behaviour, but for others the condition can completely take over their life.
NHS UK Website.
 
Ok, so that is probably not the correct terminology,OCD is a serious mental health issue,not to be taken lightly. There are far too many people these days that fire off glib comments like,"oh I'm so OCD", when they are not,
they just like a tidy house. Or "I'm a bit manic today",no you're not,you probably had too much coffee!
 
So I thought about it some more,because I had nothing better to do.
 
Fixation was probably getting closer to it all,it certainly fits from a psychological perspective,but who the hell wants to read through a load of psychological theory,unless you have to!
 
Then it hit me,Eureka ! RealLifeCam FAN.
Fan = abbreviation of Fanatic, bingo!
Fanaticism!
And thanks to the font of all knowledge,  Wiki, we have this> https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fanaticism
 
Fanaticism is a belief or behavior involving uncritical zeal or with an obsessive enthusiasm.
Philosopher George Santayana defines fanaticism as;
"redoubling your effort when you have forgotten your aim".
Santayana, George (1905). Life of Reason: Reason in Common Sense. (New York: Charles Scribner's Sons) 13
The fanatic displays very strict standards and little tolerance for contrary ideas or opinions.
In his book Crazy Talk, Stupid Talk, Neil Postman states that;
"the key to all fanatical beliefs is that they are self-confirming....(some beliefs are) fanatical not because they are 'false', but because they are expressed in such a way that they can never be shown to be false."
Postman, Neil (1976). "Fanaticism". Crazy Talk, Stupid Talk. pp. 104–112. ISBN 0-440-01554-5.
 
The behavior of a fan with overwhelming enthusiasm for a given subject is differentiated from the behavior of a fanatic by the fanatic's violation of prevailing social norms.
Though the fan's behavior may be judged as odd or eccentric, it does not violate such norms.
Thorne, Scott; Bruner, Gordon C. (2006). "An exploratory investigation of the characteristics of consumer fanaticism". Qualitative Market Research: An International Journal 9 (1): 51–72. doi:10.1108/13522750610640558. ISSN 1352-2752.
 
A fanatic differs from a crank, in that a crank is defined as a person who holds a position or opinion which is so far from the norm as to appear ludicrous and/or probably wrong, such as a belief in a Flat Earth.
In contrast, the subject of the fanatic's obsession may be "normal", such as an interest in religion or politics, except that the scale of the person's involvement, devotion, or obsession with the activity or cause is abnormal or disproportionate to the average.
 
Some food for thought there then...............and here's Debbie with the weather & traffic news.

Tonight I have been watching the Shoutbox for around two hours.
And in that two hours the sole topic of conversation has been Kami,her boyfriend,Kristy and very briefly others connected with Kami & Kristy.
This has included folks doing research into those peoples personal lives,doing detective work just short of buying a deer-stalker hat,smoking a pipe & getting a bloodhound!
So that started me thinking,which is never a good thing!
 
Question, when does an interest in this site or a particular girl or couple go beyond a healthy interest/pastime, and slip into being unhealthy?
 
Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) is a mental health condition where a person has obsessive thoughts and compulsive activity.OCD symptoms can range from mild to severe. Some people with OCD may spend an hour or so a day engaged in obsessive-compulsive thinking and behaviour, but for others the condition can completely take over their life.
NHS UK Website.
 
Ok, so that is probably not the correct terminology,OCD is a serious mental health issue,not to be taken lightly. There are far too many people these days that fire off glib comments like,"oh I'm so OCD", when they are not,
they just like a tidy house. Or "I'm a bit manic today",no you're not,you probably had too much coffee!
 
So I thought about it some more,because I had nothing better to do.
 
Fixation was probably getting closer to it all,it certainly fits from a psychological perspective,but who the hell wants to read through a load of psychological theory,unless you have to!
 
Then it hit me,Eureka ! RealLifeCam FAN.
Fan = abbreviation of Fanatic, bingo!
Fanaticism!
And thanks to the font of all knowledge,  Wiki, we have this> https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fanaticism
 
Fanaticism is a belief or behavior involving uncritical zeal or with an obsessive enthusiasm.
Philosopher George Santayana defines fanaticism as;
"redoubling your effort when you have forgotten your aim".
Santayana, George (1905). Life of Reason: Reason in Common Sense. (New York: Charles Scribner's Sons) 13
The fanatic displays very strict standards and little tolerance for contrary ideas or opinions.
In his book Crazy Talk, Stupid Talk, Neil Postman states that;
"the key to all fanatical beliefs is that they are self-confirming....(some beliefs are) fanatical not because they are 'false', but because they are expressed in such a way that they can never be shown to be false."
Postman, Neil (1976). "Fanaticism". Crazy Talk, Stupid Talk. pp. 104–112. ISBN 0-440-01554-5.
 
The behavior of a fan with overwhelming enthusiasm for a given subject is differentiated from the behavior of a fanatic by the fanatic's violation of prevailing social norms.
Though the fan's behavior may be judged as odd or eccentric, it does not violate such norms.
Thorne, Scott; Bruner, Gordon C. (2006). "An exploratory investigation of the characteristics of consumer fanaticism". Qualitative Market Research: An International Journal 9 (1): 51–72. doi:10.1108/13522750610640558. ISSN 1352-2752.
 
A fanatic differs from a crank, in that a crank is defined as a person who holds a position or opinion which is so far from the norm as to appear ludicrous and/or probably wrong, such as a belief in a Flat Earth.
In contrast, the subject of the fanatic's obsession may be "normal", such as an interest in religion or politics, except that the scale of the person's involvement, devotion, or obsession with the activity or cause is abnormal or disproportionate to the average.
 
Some food for thought there then...............and here's Debbie with the weather & traffic news.

First of all,it is HONOUR,one day you American upstarts will learn how to spell!
 
Joke aside I agree with what Toolmaker has said, we are not here to judge.
We all have different tastes,for instance.Some love Leora, others can't abide her. Others loved K & K,others thought they were playing us all. Some can't stand C&S,because of Elvis, but will watch N&K & dare to dream that i&D will go at it.
 
Think about it for a minute, how much time do you spend looking at RLC? And how would you feel if someone looked at your viewing of RLC and said,"Voyeurism,that's sick, you're weird" Would you defend yourself? Could you, or should you have to justify your behaviour in viewing the site? Is it an illness? To some, yes probably!
The same could be said for RLCF.
Try explaining this site,"it's a site where fans of RLC can go and exchange their views about RLC, you can read forums & look at pics of the tenants. it's a bit like a Big Brother forum,but not shit!" And if you visit the site everyday,are you an interested active member or are you an addict. Or is that some form of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder?
It is not that long ago that homosexuality was viewed as a Mental Illness,you were a 'social or sexual deviant', therefore 'mad' and could be locked up in an old Asylum indefinitely or until you were 'cured' of your deviancy.
 
As John Lennon said."What ever gets you through the night,it's alright,alright".

Due to the RLC membership being so expensive & from what I have read, there seems to be a lot of unhappy bunnies & numerous members stopping their subscriptions.
Maybe RLC need to seriously look at reducing their prices to attract new, or retain, members.But that would leave a hole in their funds.
So maybe they should allow sponsoring of the tenants.
For example, I thought of Ilona & her laptop & thought what about individal sponsors?
iLona uses Bloggs Co Computers,click on the link below to find out more!
 
iLona loves her 'Naranja' oranges,buy them from your local independent traders & screw the greedy tax dodging corporate types!
 
"Carla wears nothing but 'Nympho'.Eau de Parfum".
 
D & D's Ghost Linen & Blankets for all you bedding needs. Hard wearing,non-chaffing and are great for making indoor tents!
 
Smell like Hector,get in touch with your inner thug.'Smouldering Brute for Macho Men!'
 
Paul uses 'Outta-Tune Guitar strings' gauranteed to sound like you are playing barbed wire!
 
Tired of your drab hair, do you want a new look? Get a New Do with 'Technicolour Hairdye' suppliers to Blue,Nina & Masha!
 
Do you suffer with blurred vision? 'Speccy4Eyes',as recommended by Katka & Lenka.
 
Are you a fan of Harry Potter? Get your own invisibility cloak from Chloe & Joshua!
 
Or what about general apartment sponsorship?
 
"All the Pets in these apartments are happy & healthy thanks to Pillocks Pet Nosh" Recommended by Maya's moggies!
 
"All the apartments are supplied with, 'Luxuro-Lube' for all your lubrication needs." Endorsed by C&S.
 
G-spot furniture & Bathroom fittings will stand up to daily wear & tear and serious punishment!
Tested & endorsed by by Nelly & Bogdan and Masha & Sasha,and all their Guests!
 
Are you not resposible for your electricity bill & like to leave the lights on 24/7.
If you have never heard of global warming then you need 'Stuff the Planet lightbulbs'!
Gauranteed to melt glaciers,fuck the polar bears!
 
Have you suffered a Sporting Injury? Grabham,Bythe,Pubes Lawyers.
Litigate the shit out of who ever was responsible,and if that fails,send round your black belt boyfriend!
 
Relationship difficulties? No subject is taboo.
Mr.L said,"I am addicted to internet porn & old movies. Because of my problems I was not paying my beautiful partner enough attention,intellectually or sexually."
Miss Z said," I don't know what the problem is,he doesn't want to have sex anymore?
I mean look at me,you would, wouldn't ya!"
'Love Triangle Counselling',for all your dysfunctional needs.
 
Just a thought?
I need my Meds!

I have noticed an emerging trend in the last week or so, and I want to raise it.
The Shoutbox seems to be becoming the Personal Attack Box,and it has to stop now !
It can not be healthy for any forum to descend into nastiness which is what is happening with certain members.
Bitchy comments made about members behind their backs in the Shoutbox.
Have we really sunk to this level?
I'm not going to name & shame because I don't want to get drawn into their petty squables,
but enough is enough!
Agree to Disagree, and if that doesn't work take it to PM and get it resolved there,don't drag the rest of the Shoutbox or the forum's members down with your issue!
If you can't be civil about it, either don't say anything,sit on your hands,take a break for a minute or log out & give it a rest for a while.
For god sake there are far more important things to get wound up about.
Watch the News sometime you will see what I mean!
 

I have noticed an emerging trend in the last week or so, and I want to raise it.
The Shoutbox seems to be becoming the Personal Attack Box,and it has to stop now !
It can not be healthy for any forum to descend into nastiness which is what is happening with certain members.
Bitchy comments made about members behind their backs in the Shoutbox.
Have we really sunk to this level?
I'm not going to name & shame because I don't want to get drawn into their petty squables,
but enough is enough!
Agree to Disagree, and if that doesn't work take it to PM and get it resolved there,don't drag the rest of the Shoutbox or the forum's members down with your issue!
If you can't be civil about it, either don't say anything,sit on your hands,take a break for a minute or log out & give it a rest for a while.
For god sake there are far more important things to get wound up about.
Watch the News sometime you will see what I mean!
 

I have noticed an emerging trend in the last week or so, and I want to raise it.
The Shoutbox seems to be becoming the Personal Attack Box,and it has to stop now !
It can not be healthy for any forum to descend into nastiness which is what is happening with certain members.
Bitchy comments made about members behind their backs in the Shoutbox.
Have we really sunk to this level?
I'm not going to name & shame because I don't want to get drawn into their petty squables,
but enough is enough!
Agree to Disagree, and if that doesn't work take it to PM and get it resolved there,don't drag the rest of the Shoutbox or the forum's members down with your issue!
If you can't be civil about it, either don't say anything,sit on your hands,take a break for a minute or log out & give it a rest for a while.
For god sake there are far more important things to get wound up about.
Watch the News sometime you will see what I mean!
 

I have noticed an emerging trend in the last week or so, and I want to raise it.
The Shoutbox seems to be becoming the Personal Attack Box,and it has to stop now !
It can not be healthy for any forum to descend into nastiness which is what is happening with certain members.
Bitchy comments made about members behind their backs in the Shoutbox.
Have we really sunk to this level?
I'm not going to name & shame because I don't want to get drawn into their petty squables,
but enough is enough!
Agree to Disagree, and if that doesn't work take it to PM and get it resolved there,don't drag the rest of the Shoutbox or the forum's members down with your issue!
If you can't be civil about it, either don't say anything,sit on your hands,take a break for a minute or log out & give it a rest for a while.
For god sake there are far more important things to get wound up about.
Watch the News sometime you will see what I mean!
 

I have noticed an emerging trend in the last week or so, and I want to raise it.
The Shoutbox seems to be becoming the Personal Attack Box,and it has to stop now !
It can not be healthy for any forum to descend into nastiness which is what is happening with certain members.
Bitchy comments made about members behind their backs in the Shoutbox.
Have we really sunk to this level?
I'm not going to name & shame because I don't want to get drawn into their petty squables,
but enough is enough!
Agree to Disagree, and if that doesn't work take it to PM and get it resolved there,don't drag the rest of the Shoutbox or the forum's members down with your issue!
If you can't be civil about it, either don't say anything,sit on your hands,take a break for a minute or log out & give it a rest for a while.
For god sake there are far more important things to get wound up about.
Watch the News sometime you will see what I mean!
 

I have noticed an emerging trend in the last week or so, and I want to raise it.
The Shoutbox seems to be becoming the Personal Attack Box,and it has to stop now !
It can not be healthy for any forum to descend into nastiness which is what is happening with certain members.
Bitchy comments made about members behind their backs in the Shoutbox.
Have we really sunk to this level?
I'm not going to name & shame because I don't want to get drawn into their petty squables,
but enough is enough!
Agree to Disagree, and if that doesn't work take it to PM and get it resolved there,don't drag the rest of the Shoutbox or the forum's members down with your issue!
If you can't be civil about it, either don't say anything,sit on your hands,take a break for a minute or log out & give it a rest for a while.
For god sake there are far more important things to get wound up about.
Watch the News sometime you will see what I mean!
 

I think you are thinking of the woman we called Big Red. Different woman there now.
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Oh Rob you are missing out mate!
When it comes to Christmas Tree porn there is something for every taste!
There's Gay/Lesbian ones, Threesomes & even Big Black ones.
Enjoy!
 
 

Oh Rob you are missing out mate!
When it comes to Christmas Tree porn there is something for every taste!
There's Gay/Lesbian ones, Threesomes & even Big Black ones.
Enjoy!
 
 

Oh Rob you are missing out mate!
When it comes to Christmas Tree porn there is something for every taste!
There's Gay/Lesbian ones, Threesomes & even Big Black ones.
Enjoy!
 
 

As 'DoILookFat.....' said, they go hand in hand, & we wouldn't be here without the other site.
 
By the time I get here, early hours UK time, there is nothing happening on RLC. Which is why I have become an expert on the Apartment Cat's activities.
I come to RLCF for updates & the gallery to see what I have missed. I also enjoy reading the posts, no matter whether I agree or disagree strongly with them, or how random they might be, and let's face I'm guilty of that offence!
The Shoutbox is great. There have been so many genuine 'laugh out loud' moments in there with the late night crew, or 'Usual Suspects' as I call them, long may it continue!

it as been brought to my attention again , that alot of new members who try and become involved are shunned by the regulars , ok i have seen some regulars saying hello to them and after that they are ignored . remember  some members are not as quick at typing and also there internet is slower so they will fall behind in the context of the chat , also some members like to test the water before they jump in , so can all the regulars who use the chatbox please try and help the newbies become more involved , 

Many years ago,a cafe in North London used to do fresh crusty rolls filled with egg & sausage.
Two of those & a pint of coffee would sort out any hangover!

Paul & Mark Knopfler of Dire Straits !
Difference is Mark can really play that thing. I'm talking about Leora & the Guitar!
 
 

As 'DoILookFat.....' said, they go hand in hand, & we wouldn't be here without the other site.
 
By the time I get here, early hours UK time, there is nothing happening on RLC. Which is why I have become an expert on the Apartment Cat's activities.
I come to RLCF for updates & the gallery to see what I have missed. I also enjoy reading the posts, no matter whether I agree or disagree strongly with them, or how random they might be, and let's face I'm guilty of that offence!
The Shoutbox is great. There have been so many genuine 'laugh out loud' moments in there with the late night crew, or 'Usual Suspects' as I call them, long may it continue!

Due to the RLC membership being so expensive & from what I have read, there seems to be a lot of unhappy bunnies & numerous members stopping their subscriptions.
Maybe RLC need to seriously look at reducing their prices to attract new, or retain, members.But that would leave a hole in their funds.
So maybe they should allow sponsoring of the tenants.
For example, I thought of Ilona & her laptop & thought what about individal sponsors?
iLona uses Bloggs Co Computers,click on the link below to find out more!
 
iLona loves her 'Naranja' oranges,buy them from your local independent traders & screw the greedy tax dodging corporate types!
 
"Carla wears nothing but 'Nympho'.Eau de Parfum".
 
D & D's Ghost Linen & Blankets for all you bedding needs. Hard wearing,non-chaffing and are great for making indoor tents!
 
Smell like Hector,get in touch with your inner thug.'Smouldering Brute for Macho Men!'
 
Paul uses 'Outta-Tune Guitar strings' gauranteed to sound like you are playing barbed wire!
 
Tired of your drab hair, do you want a new look? Get a New Do with 'Technicolour Hairdye' suppliers to Blue,Nina & Masha!
 
Do you suffer with blurred vision? 'Speccy4Eyes',as recommended by Katka & Lenka.
 
Are you a fan of Harry Potter? Get your own invisibility cloak from Chloe & Joshua!
 
Or what about general apartment sponsorship?
 
"All the Pets in these apartments are happy & healthy thanks to Pillocks Pet Nosh" Recommended by Maya's moggies!
 
"All the apartments are supplied with, 'Luxuro-Lube' for all your lubrication needs." Endorsed by C&S.
 
G-spot furniture & Bathroom fittings will stand up to daily wear & tear and serious punishment!
Tested & endorsed by by Nelly & Bogdan and Masha & Sasha,and all their Guests!
 
Are you not resposible for your electricity bill & like to leave the lights on 24/7.
If you have never heard of global warming then you need 'Stuff the Planet lightbulbs'!
Gauranteed to melt glaciers,fuck the polar bears!
 
Have you suffered a Sporting Injury? Grabham,Bythe,Pubes Lawyers.
Litigate the shit out of who ever was responsible,and if that fails,send round your black belt boyfriend!
 
Relationship difficulties? No subject is taboo.
Mr.L said,"I am addicted to internet porn & old movies. Because of my problems I was not paying my beautiful partner enough attention,intellectually or sexually."
Miss Z said," I don't know what the problem is,he doesn't want to have sex anymore?
I mean look at me,you would, wouldn't ya!"
'Love Triangle Counselling',for all your dysfunctional needs.
 
Just a thought?
I need my Meds!

RLC Team.
Dear wgigi, Thank you for bringing this to our attention.
However, you are mistaking us for someone who gives a f**k!
 
Thank you!
 
PS, keep sending the money.

Due to the RLC membership being so expensive & from what I have read, there seems to be a lot of unhappy bunnies & numerous members stopping their subscriptions.
Maybe RLC need to seriously look at reducing their prices to attract new, or retain, members.But that would leave a hole in their funds.
So maybe they should allow sponsoring of the tenants.
For example, I thought of Ilona & her laptop & thought what about individal sponsors?
iLona uses Bloggs Co Computers,click on the link below to find out more!
 
iLona loves her 'Naranja' oranges,buy them from your local independent traders & screw the greedy tax dodging corporate types!
 
"Carla wears nothing but 'Nympho'.Eau de Parfum".
 
D & D's Ghost Linen & Blankets for all you bedding needs. Hard wearing,non-chaffing and are great for making indoor tents!
 
Smell like Hector,get in touch with your inner thug.'Smouldering Brute for Macho Men!'
 
Paul uses 'Outta-Tune Guitar strings' gauranteed to sound like you are playing barbed wire!
 
Tired of your drab hair, do you want a new look? Get a New Do with 'Technicolour Hairdye' suppliers to Blue,Nina & Masha!
 
Do you suffer with blurred vision? 'Speccy4Eyes',as recommended by Katka & Lenka.
 
Are you a fan of Harry Potter? Get your own invisibility cloak from Chloe & Joshua!
 
Or what about general apartment sponsorship?
 
"All the Pets in these apartments are happy & healthy thanks to Pillocks Pet Nosh" Recommended by Maya's moggies!
 
"All the apartments are supplied with, 'Luxuro-Lube' for all your lubrication needs." Endorsed by C&S.
 
G-spot furniture & Bathroom fittings will stand up to daily wear & tear and serious punishment!
Tested & endorsed by by Nelly & Bogdan and Masha & Sasha,and all their Guests!
 
Are you not resposible for your electricity bill & like to leave the lights on 24/7.
If you have never heard of global warming then you need 'Stuff the Planet lightbulbs'!
Gauranteed to melt glaciers,fuck the polar bears!
 
Have you suffered a Sporting Injury? Grabham,Bythe,Pubes Lawyers.
Litigate the shit out of who ever was responsible,and if that fails,send round your black belt boyfriend!
 
Relationship difficulties? No subject is taboo.
Mr.L said,"I am addicted to internet porn & old movies. Because of my problems I was not paying my beautiful partner enough attention,intellectually or sexually."
Miss Z said," I don't know what the problem is,he doesn't want to have sex anymore?
I mean look at me,you would, wouldn't ya!"
'Love Triangle Counselling',for all your dysfunctional needs.
 
Just a thought?
I need my Meds!

From the Cam session today.
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Leora met Paul whilst she was working as a hostess at a Nose Pickers Champions League Finals held annually at the Vergoldete Palast, an ornate convention centre paid for by the tax contributions of the hard working citizens of europe.
It wasn't love at first sight. She felt sorry for him as he had just come runner-up to Fritz Schlüsselloch who not only has been the champion for the last five years,but also invented the Finger ausgerenkt or finger dislocation technique for those hard to reach areas, unless you have a pair of long nosed pliers,although the use of tools in competition is strictly verboten!
(Fritz is also an expert in 'fisting' but that's another story.)
She also thought he might be able to keep the dog amused when she was out getting her hair or nails 'did'.
 
Maya met Stefan at a hobby/craft exhibition where he was engaged in struggling to fight his way out of a wet paper bag.She invited him home and gave him a make over/upcycle using plenty of wet/dry paper & a few coats of varnish. When she saw the size of his tool belt she decided he was a keeper. Also he is good with the pets.
 
Zoya met Lev when she was a visitor/friend of the state psychiatric facility/home for the bewildered. He was being held for his skirt fabrication compulsion. He had come to the attention of the authorities after several homes in his area had their rugs & bath mats stolen.
Using the skills he had learnt on an education programme in 'Advanced Psychopathic Techniques', he conned Zoya into believing he and his iPad were homeless & had no wifi connection to call their own.
She felt sorry for the poor sap & invited them to live with her,she thought love would flourish.(some sort of fked up Stockholm syndrome type shit,what do I know?)
Unfortunatley Lev had already met & fallen in love with another inmate,(who we shall refer to as T****) who was being treated for her OCD issues that involve bathing with all her clothes on as she belives that water is, 'the urine of satan'.
Gradually her treatment programme is paying dividends as now she showers in underwear instead of a full Divers wet suit,including goggles & air tank like she used to do.
T****, has been carefully worming her way into Zoya's home & stealing the attentions of Lev over a long period of time. Poor Zoya can not see this as her Stockholm,Copenhagen whatever the fk...syndrome has blinded her to what is going on in front of her. Or as various observers refer to as,'the bleeding obvious'.

Leora met Paul whilst she was working as a hostess at a Nose Pickers Champions League Finals held annually at the Vergoldete Palast, an ornate convention centre paid for by the tax contributions of the hard working citizens of europe.
It wasn't love at first sight. She felt sorry for him as he had just come runner-up to Fritz Schlüsselloch who not only has been the champion for the last five years,but also invented the Finger ausgerenkt or finger dislocation technique for those hard to reach areas, unless you have a pair of long nosed pliers,although the use of tools in competition is strictly verboten!
(Fritz is also an expert in 'fisting' but that's another story.)
She also thought he might be able to keep the dog amused when she was out getting her hair or nails 'did'.
 
Maya met Stefan at a hobby/craft exhibition where he was engaged in struggling to fight his way out of a wet paper bag.She invited him home and gave him a make over/upcycle using plenty of wet/dry paper & a few coats of varnish. When she saw the size of his tool belt she decided he was a keeper. Also he is good with the pets.
 
Zoya met Lev when she was a visitor/friend of the state psychiatric facility/home for the bewildered. He was being held for his skirt fabrication compulsion. He had come to the attention of the authorities after several homes in his area had their rugs & bath mats stolen.
Using the skills he had learnt on an education programme in 'Advanced Psychopathic Techniques', he conned Zoya into believing he and his iPad were homeless & had no wifi connection to call their own.
She felt sorry for the poor sap & invited them to live with her,she thought love would flourish.(some sort of fked up Stockholm syndrome type shit,what do I know?)
Unfortunatley Lev had already met & fallen in love with another inmate,(who we shall refer to as T****) who was being treated for her OCD issues that involve bathing with all her clothes on as she belives that water is, 'the urine of satan'.
Gradually her treatment programme is paying dividends as now she showers in underwear instead of a full Divers wet suit,including goggles & air tank like she used to do.
T****, has been carefully worming her way into Zoya's home & stealing the attentions of Lev over a long period of time. Poor Zoya can not see this as her Stockholm,Copenhagen whatever the fk...syndrome has blinded her to what is going on in front of her. Or as various observers refer to as,'the bleeding obvious'.