clickie before I dive into work

Burglars wake up man with spice rub, sausage whack.

LOVE IT.

And now it's Monday and I had to waste my morning with a stupid meeting so it's Time To Get Stuff Done Nao. *rolls up sleeves* Logging off messengers for the moment. Back soon!

a few things

1. Spouse and I would like to take an Oregon Coast type vacation sometime in the fall - weekend, maybe 4 days depending on if/when we can get childcare. What's the easiest way to get there from Portland if one does not have a car? I've heard rumors of a bus from the Amtrak station but I don't remember specifics.

2. I would like an MP3 player, ideally one that also plays videos.

I do not (DO NOT) want an iPod. Been there, done that, not especially satisfied. Apple and I are divorced and the parting wasn't especially pleasant.

As far as I can tell all that's available is the Creative series, which seems good - any opinions? Are there other options I haven't considered?

it's expired and gone to meet its maker

Dear brain,

Anxiety is not fun. Being anxious about something you already know will turn out fine is not only not fun it is the height of bloody masochism.

Love,

Me.

Dear teeth,

Haven't we had enough dental work done this year? Please stop hurting! Seriously! That tooth there has already been pampered to bits.

Love,

Me

Dear right ankle,

You are Not Allowed To Start. The left one already hurts. ONE OF YOU has to behave.

Love,

Me

If I were a horse, clearly I would already be shot.

(and now because the first three have grown up, a new set. <3)

twits

( all back here. )