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Eight years ago today, it was cold enough to snow in October. And eight years ago today, I was told that my father had passed away, in his sleep, some time in the wee hours of the morning.
Those of you who’ve known me for a long time, know that everything changed after [...]

I’m sneaking in one more entry before October.  Under the gun, that’s me!
Work has gotten better. I spoke with my manager about not being used as a resource and not being involved in things…so that’s undergone a dramatic reversal. Be careful of what you wish for, though, ’cause I’m now in a TON [...]

It’s been seven years now since the Towers came down. I’ve gotten used to not seeing the Towers when I come down Fifth Avenue, hearing “if you see something, say something” chanted as a mantra on the subway, and accepting long security lines at the airport. I still don’t feel secure.
Today’s weather is [...]

R and I had a most bodacious weekend. :)
Friends:
We hung out with friends on both Saturday and Sunday. On Saturday, F and K came over (let me know if you want linkage, guys) and we totally GEEKED OUT. =D
We played a board game called Arkham Horror that lasted [...]

As you all know (and if you don’t, check here and here), I’ve been trying to get my portfolio together. I’ve been using Backpack to organize my materials, which has been a tremendous help — it’s good to see what I’ve got all in one spot as opposed to scattered all over my apartment. [...]