Harley's latest injuries can be traced back to her latest run with "Mister J". oh, he makes me so angry. Luckily, Ivy has sufficient knowledge about how to treat Harley. As I write this I'm keeping an eye on her per Ivy's directions. She seems stable. I can only hope that Ivy will return soon. In the meantime, I'll keep an eye on Harley. She's sleeping now, her beloved pets are curled up at her feet watching her as intently as I am.

Sometimes I wish I had plant powers like Ivy's. I like plants well enough. I mean, not as much as Ivy clearly but they do interest me. They make good things to draw. I like science too. Well, some sciences. Not all.

Harley's waking now. She wants water and a Disney movie. I think Frozen. She loves Frozen. Well, she likes Anna mostly because of her quirks. I better go.

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Today I did something awesome. I took one of Ivy's formulas and tweaked it a bit. The end result was a Venus Fly Trap monster plant. I named him Chompy. Chompy is able to reform. He spits this goop that causes him to respawn. Isn't that awesome? I sure thought so.

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It's cold outside. Very cold. it's Christmas time so, Harley has left me a few presents which she swears she bought legally. I believe her. Harley's good at disguises so getting a job to make cash isn't hard for her. I just wish that she wouldn't fall back into Joker's traps. He's toxic.

I'm alone in the house save for Bud and Lou. We've strung up Christmas lights above my bed in the loft. I think I'll go to bed soon. There's a quilt that I use during the winter. It's red and black with reindeer. The window in my loft lets me see the city but it lets the cold in so, I need the quilt. Tonight for dinner I had ham and turkey with potatoes. Man, I'm just writing whatever pops into my head, aren't I? I do that when I get bored I guess.

I suppose I'll grab my quilt and curl up on the couch. I'll watch Elf for Harley.

"You sit on a throne of lies"

:)

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"We've arrived," Velma announced bringing Melissa out of her thoughts.

Melissa glanced at the group of teen around her. Shaggy was snoring away with an Archie comic book dangling off his lap. Fred was reading a book titled: The History Of Nets. Daphne had been watching a chick flick while Velma had been studying a roadmap. As soon as the plane landed everyone stood up and grabbed their bags and filed out of the plane.

The Mystery Machine which traveled everywhere with the gang was driven around to the gang. They loaded up and Velma took the wheel to drive to Quest Labs. The whole drive there Velma jabbered on and on about her uncle. Apparently, he was "One of the smartest scientists ever," and, "The best uncle in the world,"

Melissa rolled her eyes leaning against the side of the van. In her hands, she held the camera. Finding nothing else to do she started to record.

"Wave for the camera guys," she said.

"Melissa, we got in the van five minutes ago," Daphne laughed.

"Yes, but a certain Bird Boy will never let me live it down if I don't record,"

"Like, I have no doubt,"

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When they arrived at Quest Labs, Melissa was relieved. They were led into the living into the living area where they were introduced to Dr. Quest, Jonny, Hadji, Race Bannon, and Bandit. It was a known fact that Melissa didn't interact well with new people but Velma's uncle was nice and welcoming. Jonny was eager to tell tales of their adventures to anyone who was willing to listen.

Melissa relaxed on the couch watching with a smile at Bandit and Scooby who were playing tug-a-war with each other.

"Who wants to go to the beach?" Benton asked.

"We do,"

"Let's go then,"

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Melissa sat cross-legged on a doughnut-printed beach towel. She was comfortably dressed in her one-piece black swimsuit with the straps that crossed in the back, a red sunhat and, long-sleeved beach wrap. She was recording the Frisbee game Jonny, Shaggy, and, Hadji was playing with Bandit and Scooby. Velma was watching the creatures in the tide-pools. Daphne was shredding waves while Fred was playing volleyball with Benton and Race. Melissa didn't think two against one was a good match but they seemed to be enjoying themselves.

"Miss me, Bird Boy?" Melissa asked turning the camera on herself.

Melissa turned the camera back to the action while internally laughing at her boyfriend's face when he realized his missed opportunity at seeing her in a swimsuit.

She was going to enjoy this week of relaxation.

Little did she know the craziness that would ensue the next day.

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