I just keep saying it and laughing myself. The people around me are always taken back when I really put on my accent.
Natter 65: Speed Limit Enforced by Aircraft
Off-topic discussion. Wanna talk about corsets, pandas, duct tape, or physics? This is the place. Detailed discussion of any current-season TV must be whitefonted.
Not the sort of Chicago headline you like to see: 15 people shot in six hours
I have a chocolate cupcake. This goes a long way to fix what is wrong with today.
The lunch I had to go to was not as bad as I imagined. The two tables that tied for #1 spot for the trivia contest were my table and the table with the other Reference Librarian. Coincidence? I think not.
Please shoot me. I'm updating some really screwed up spreadsheets and it is incredibly painful. It's supposed to be automated, but the automation broke and we begged to be able to ditch this and they said no. AHHHRG. And it isn't even right to begin with!
I sent my email. I am now so tired I am about to close the door and sleep under my desk.
From Nerve, Sex Advice From Joss Whedon Fans
io9 on the Nerve thing, just in case Nerve is blocked for you: Which Group of Science Fiction Fans Has The Best Sex Advice?
What have any of Whedon’s shows taught you about dating?
That it’s deadly and the person you’re with could become someone else at the drop of a hat. The more you love someone, the more likely they will become possessed, chopped in half, shot, have someone else’s demon spawn, or land the ship safely, but die anyway.
What is the best reason to date a Whedon fan?
Open-minded kinkiness abounds.
You know what's awesome about working from home? Besides the opportunity to sleep in a bit, see Pete, and have him bring me lunch from the place with the good coffee, that is? It means I can edit tech docs AND work on my Neo-Victorian zombie outfit for tomorrow. So, corn syrup, molasses, and neon green food coloring = ichor?
Thanks for the ~ma, y'all. After a very tense morning and watching coworkers get RIF'd, I made it through this year. While I'm thrilled for me, it sucks for people I work with. This is a crappy year (job security-wise) to be a teacher.
Yay for you, Chikat! And sorry for those who got RIF'd....