I've never used it until just recently because of the same reason. I just held off with a slave Sentret to take me across the ocean until I got to that part of the game. xD
Ugh, that doesn't sound fun. X.x That's cool; I love getting to chat with teachers outside of class and learn a bit more about them. ^^
Because Metagross is one of my favorites too. :P Aww, really? I'm allergic to about 40 environmental allergins, including cat and dog dander, but I take shots for it, so it's gotten bearable. But I can't let my cat in my room, sadly. xD
Still creepy. xD I know it was a nice thing to do, but you can never be too careful nowadays. O.o
I hate having no trick-or-treaters, it's no fun. Some years we get more than others...like last year. We actually ran out of candy. But the year before that, barely anyone came our way. I hope there's lots this year, for something to do. :P
I might have someone here make me a set one day, since I don't know how to do it myself, haha. I have yet to browse the graphic shops here~
Btw, can't remember if I've told you this yet, but I read chapter 10 of your story. Super glad to see that Archie and Maxie have entered (and that Archie's married to Shelly, too cute! :P).