Kat, my mother does the same thing. "Oh, you have plans for the weekend? Just leave him with us!" Apparently grandparent love causes temporary amnesia about what state you live in.

Eggless cake = comedy gold!

Not clicking on the scary crab link, though I have seen footage of the Christmas Island migrations, so maybe it wouldn't be so bad. Maybe after I finish my coffee.

Nothing quite like coming into work to discover that the air conditioning's non-functional. Especially when you work on the top floor.

I have a parking question. What is the point of backing into a parking spot?

What is the point of backing into a parking spot?

Not having to back out of a parking spot?

Is backing into a parking spot somehow easier?

What is the point of backing into a parking spot?

I've been told it makes for a faster getaway. I think it's mostly a guy thing.

Easier to get out?

Eggless cake = comedy gold!

Isn't it?

Not clicking on the scary crab link, though I have seen footage of the Christmas Island migrations, so maybe it wouldn't be so bad. Maybe after I finish my coffee.

I gave my presentation tonight, finished with a collage of about eight different animals. The coconut crab was the one I got asked about. (Specifically, "What the hell was that thing on the side of the rubbish bin?")

That coconut crab picture got cross-posted to a bunch of blogs over the weekend. One of them mentioned that they're kept as pets in Japan? WTF?

The Smith System for defensive driving says backing into a parking space reduces accidents. The theory is that when you come back to your car, you're more likely to be tired and have your mind on something else. (I worked for a company that was slightly obsessed by the Smith System.)

I would think it's more a matter of simple range of vision. When you're backing in, you're starting from the middle of the lane where you can see if anyone's coming. Backing out, your range of vision can be seriously compromised, especially if you've got SUVs or vans on either side.