It was nice seeing you last night after all these years. My first PEERS event, and I already knew so many people. Hope to catch up with you all soon.

Just felt like I have to bring to your attention a report that was released yesterday. This report is prepared by NOBLE (the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives), and recommends significant changes to the BART police. Read this succinct summary on the California Corrections Crisis blog. The report points out poor training, ( Read more... )

Hello all, I've begun working and taking a class at the same time and have a shortage of free time -- that's why I haven't been posting lately. I just wanted to let you know I'm still alive -- and to SPAM you.

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My impressions from last night:

"'Don't be sorry, my dear sir, for nothing could upset me today! Rejoice, for You-Know-Who has gone at last! Even middle-class Republicans like yourself should be celebrating this happy, happy day!' And the old man hugged Mr. Doe around the middle and walked off."

And on a related note:
Yes we can!Despite Obama's ( Read more... )

My shipment of ergonomic computer supplies arrived today, and I just finished setting up. My workplace, the SJSU Research Foundation, allowed me to buy whatever I wanted up to a limit of $500. I was able to buy everything I need for much less then that. Here's what I got:

• Gold touch adjustable keyboard
• Evoluent vertical mouse
• Mousebean sliding ( Read more... )

In order to celebrate today's holiday, I decided to spend a few hours learning about local pre-European culture. Here is a summary of what I found ( Read more... )

After searching for only three weeks and sending only ~20 resumes, I found the perfect job. Today I accepted a job offer from the Autonomous Rotorcraft Project (ARP) at NASA Ames Research Center. My title is senior research engineer, and I'll be taking over for the person who implemented the path planning algorithm and the world representation on ( Read more... )

Currently, as whenever I move to a new city, I've in exploration mode. I went to Pedal Revolution and bought myself a bike and safety accessories. So far it's worked out very nicely, and I've already brought it twice to East Bay for naginata classes. If all goes well, this will be the first time since I got my driver's license that I won't be ( Read more... )

This morning I woke up with Vegetable Adventures in my new home in San Francisco. We went to the local farmer's market in the morning, and also checked out the local bike shop. (Does anyone have advice for me for commuting in and out of the city by bicycle/trains?) Next, we went to the MOMA and looked at the Frida Kahlo exhibit. I would really ( Read more... )

Yesterday, the 1st Israeli Naginata Tournament took place in Jerusalem. Although there were only two participants ranked high enough to wear armor, we were able to include everyone in the tournament. Congratulations to all of the participants, Simon, Gur, Baruch, and Yarden, and best of luck to them and their future.


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