I saw a fairytale today, a movie, Stardust. It told its story very well, surprised me over and again, had me rapt, happy, afraid, and romantic while not leaving me uncomfortable once. Nothing about the film seemed forced, and while I've not looked to be critical, I didn't set out to be so overwhelmingly positive about it, either.. It has not ( Read more... )

• Whenever someone is about to leave my job, myself included it seems, things suddenly get much better.*
• I found a much better way to get to work.
• A much nicer, easier, and even more fuel efficient ride.  I'm presently on course for 29 mpg out of a 255 horsepower engine, for a full tank.
• My old boss ( Read more... )