Holy shit does it feel good to be healthy. Granted, I have a lot more work to do, but I feel better than I've felt in years. So far this year I've kicked cancer's ass, lost about 60 to 70 pounds and found a new doc to help get my meds under control. On top of that I'm quickly working my way off of my blood pressure and acid reflux pills ( Read more... )

Reflecting on the past 18 months or so, I can only sit in dumbfounded silence trying to sort out all that has happened and how much things have changed. There have been a few life changing brights spots, namely the birth of Alexa. Her being is truly one of the most joyous and affirming aspects of my life. I never really understood before how ( Read more... )

This is most excellent.  They are taking care of my hotel, and giving me a badge in exchange for working my little buns off.  On the upside, I get to actually see at least a large portion of a lot of talks.  Who knows, I might find a few that would be good for Notacon ( Read more... )

Pondering trying to make it out to Defcon.  It would be awesome if I could find crash space on the cheap.  I don't expect that's going to happen, of course.

I miss actually *attending* cons and remembering why I got into this shit in the first place instead of either selling stuff or otherwise being responsible for something.

Anyone?

Not that anyone asked or really cares, but I absolutely adore my daughter.  Best.  Anti-depressant.  Ever.

Almost 4 years to the day that my good friend, Duncan Lowne, passed away.  I sit here in the darkness of the basement at 2:30 AM in the morning, listening to songs we probably enjoyed together somewhere at a club, party or other shindig.  I can't stop thinking of how much he still inspires me and how I have yet to accomplish nearly as much as he ( Read more... )

Been awhile, figured I'd post. Bulleted lists are my thing, so here we go.

• Alexa is amazing.  I eagerly look forward to seeing what she will become.  Her smiles and giggles are definitely infectious.
• That said, overall fatherhood is underwhelming.  I think I suck at it, but at this point I don't have much of a choice.
• Having no job has been harder on ( Read more... )

Words I honestly never thought I'd hear, but managed to hear today. Albeit not so direct ( Read more... )

So, yeah, going to a concert tonight. First time in a long time. Going to see MC Frontlot and Dual Core here in Cleveland. Should be a good show, and it starts at 8 (I hope) which means I can hopefully also get some sleep tonight ( Read more... )

I stated the following on Facebook ( Read more... )