Hi guys! I need some opinions here:

I just signed a lease for an awesome new apartment next year. Of course, my first concern (aside from whether or not there are enough windows for my kitty to stare out of-- there are! :)) was whether or not they'd make an issue about my baby not being declawed. (If they were going to, I would've gotten the eff out of there.)

Now: in the lease, it does say that the cat must be declawed in order to live in the apartment. However, before signing the lease, I spoke with the manager many times about this (while consistently mentioning that my cat is not and will never be declawed) and she says they have never pressed this issue with a tenant and don't care about him having claws, provided he doesn't cause any damage to the actual apartment. Which is fine with me because he's generally a good kitty and only goes after my computer chair (which I don't care about). He's also getting a huge, brand new cat tree and several new scratching posts as move in presents.

While I don't foresee damage to the walls as a huge problem, I'd like to hear if you guys have ever had to deal with it. Like I said, he's generally really good about walls/carpet/stuff that ISN'T mine, lol, I just wish he was as good about jumping on top of where he's not supposed to do.

Also, another question: cat contracts. I'm just worried because it actually says
"declawed" on the lease versus their verbal promise that they wouldn't make a big deal about his claws. I'd heard about some members here using a pet contract to keep landlord "restrictions" for the benefits of their cats... advice? Should I get one? And if yes, what should I do/how should I go about getting one? Or am I just being paranoid?

Thanks so much! Sorry this is so much text!

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It's almost hard to believe that “How I Met Your Mother” was once considered a bubble show. For the first several seasons, fans waited with anticipation and apprehension for news of a renewal. But co-creator and executive producer Carter Bays was never too worried.

“It just felt like it's a good show. It's a good story,” Bays told Show Tracker. “You just have to have the faith that when you tell a good story, people will want to listen to it.”

They're certainly listening now. Currently in its fifth season, “Mother” is getting more press than ever thanks to classic, lexicon-entering plots like Slapsgiving and Robin Sparkles, a slew of high-profile guest stars (thanks for the ratings bump, Britney Spears) and all-around superstar Neil Patrick Harris, who plays womanizing cad Barney Stinson. This past year, the show was recognized by the Emmy Awards with its first nomination for outstanding comedy series. Fans dissect clues relating to the show's central mystery – who is the mother? – with a level of scrutiny and screen-capturing that is comparable to devotees of “Lost.” And in January, the show will air its 100th episode, which features guest stars Rachel Bilson, Tim Gunn and Stacy Keibler, as well as a musical number starring the entire regular cast.

“It was a very exciting week,” Bays said about filming the episode last month. “Any chance we get to have a little celebration, we pounce on it because it's kind of a ridiculous love-fest over here.”

One love-fest that did not last was the pairing of commitment-phobes Barney and Robin (Cobie Smulders). Recently, I spoke with Bays about what was behind the breakup, why Ted has gotten no love this season and what's ahead for the best friends since “Friends.”

“There's going to be some big shake-ups in the second half of the season between the characters,” Bays promised.

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Gordy (Eddie Redmayne) suggests that Martin (Kristen Stewart) kiss him.

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Glee star Matthew Morrison suits up in a tuxedo by Burberry and shoes by Aldo at the 32nd Kennedy Center Honors event in Washington, D.C. on Sunday (December 6).
The 31-year-old actor took part in a salute to legend Mel Brooks, who co-created the film and musical Young Frankenstein as well as other classic films and plays.
“I like crossing the line every now and then, and [Mel] is kind of the master of crossing that line, being a little offensive at times,” Matt said. “The man is a living legend.”
During the event, Matt also sang “Springtime for Hitler,” a song from the classic musical The Producers!
Others honored at the evening’s celebration include Bruce Springsteen, Robert De Niro, musician Dave Brubeck and opera singer Grace Bumbry.
If you can’t get enough of Matthew, Glee’s fall finale airs this Wednesday at 9/8c on FOX!

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Just in time for the holidays all hats in the Hey Sailor! Etsy Shop, including made-to-order, in-stock and clearance hats are 10% off! A bevy of brand new, one-of-a-kind pieces were just added including some lovely little fascinators for under $75......

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Officials Deny O.J. Simpson Prison Beating Rumors



Internet rumors on Monday that O.J. Simpson was hospitalized after being attacked in prison appeared to be untrue.

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