Tucson is flat and designed with cyclists in mind (moreso than other mid-sized cities...does a population of 1 million count as mid-sized? whatever). If it weren't for the heat (or rather, my lab dress code - assuming there is one -), the ride to campus may be enjoyable ( Read more... )

Something needs to change RIGHT NOW.

As is always the case when there is much work to be done, I've decided it would be a much better use of time to update livejournal with random, trivial ponderings. Here we go ( Read more... )

Circa 1998

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There is a large wet spot on my bed and I have no idea how it got there or what it is wet with ( Read more... )

I don't know what to do with myself.

There are, of course, 2 chapters of physics to read up on/do homework for, as well as work-work to go to...

But I'm much more inclined to lie on the floor, hack up my lungs, and contemplate my pending doom.

I guess that's something!

In the oven: Chickpea-Broccoli Casserole
On the stovetop: Soon-to-be Garlic Mashed Potatoes

I have fallen ill, but life is pretty great.

And my boyfriend is still fantastic to the max.

**EDIT**
That dinner was awesome. Tomorrow, those taters are going on top for a broil (= ala shepherd's pie!). Excuse me while I rub my tummy, yummmm.

A short while ago, I bought some sesame tahini for...god knows what.  It had been bugging me that I had it, but hadn't found a decent use for it.

Then I saw this at Fred Meyers.

eek!

And that idea is: some people have too much free time.

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Here it is:
I have shit tons of work to do.  This is an understatement STILL.
And I am massively ill with a stomach ache, sore throat, and nausea.
And I need the drama to not only simmer, but get the hell off my stovetop.
Can we have a weekend do-over?