In totally other news, Nicodemus (my elder cat) managed to pull down a bag of banana chips in the night, chew through the bag, and gorge on them before hoarking all over the sofa, dining room table, two dining room chairs, and of course the living room floor. I declined to feed him breakfast. He declined to ask for it. I double checked and bananas are not toxic to cats so I think it was just too much salt and unexpected fiber. He's now sulking by my feet. I picked him up and rubbed his belly for a good 5 minutes before he started to resist or complain- a new record! It's sad that I kinda enjoy when he's sick and upset because then I can hold and love on him without getting clawed. I'll give him the rest of the day to be loved and fussed over and if he still doesn't want to eat tomorrow he might have to visit the vet. *looks sideways at cat to make sure he heard the part about going to the vet if he doesn't show improvement by tomorrow*

Banana chips? Huh. Get well, Nicodemus!

It was sumi's post! Thanks, sumi!

I don't think these buffalo chicken in biscuits are going to work out like I hoped. Oh well, that's why we make test batches.

Whoa, the cheapest Cubs vs Indians tickets (SRO) on Friday night cost 4x more than the most expensive Hamilton tickets.

Connie, it's good to have someone like Faux Son in your life!

Nicodemus, ffs. Be well and no more nomming nanners, ok?

I have not done as much work today as I was planning to. I've been sleeping a lot the last two days, and it feels like I needed it, like it's really deep restful sleep. I think even with the CPAP snorkel on my face I wasn't getting good sleep.

My schedule the last week has been so off kilter. Four days of full day work meetings will do that. I mean, there was a lot of value in the meetings for various aspects of my work life, but it seriously messed with my homework and regular work availability.

Yesterday I caught up on homework, accepting that I had lost a few points for not getting something in on Thursday. Today I've been working since 10am. There goes my weekend. Tomorrow I work half a day and then I'm traveling to SLC for two days of all day meetings. My brain already wants to fall out of my head.

Yay for faux son, Connie.

I hope Nicodemus takes the hint and is feeling better soon. Oz doesn't really like people food much , but often comes down with the ick after being outside. Rarely has he been so ill to not eat, though.

He's been a good companion while I've been laid up. And can I sing the praises of muscle relaxants? They are the bestest!

I am lucky enough to have never worked with any abusive actors. Abusive directors? I've known a few. Fortunately, I haven't SM'd for any of them.

Do you guys know about the Girl Guide Cookie cereal? [link]

I am not sure how to feel about Thin Mint Cereal. It's an upheaval to my worldview.

My productivity today, and indeed all weekend, has been laundry, food prep, and getting a handle on my backlog of TV shows. Sadly, this is pretty much the apex of productivity for me outside of work for October.

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Fair Buffistas who are familiar with New Orleans! I'm going to NOLA next week for a conference, which is in the main whassisname Convention Center. *goes to look* Ernest M. Morial, which is downtown, I think? Which awesome restaurants should I eat while there? Last time I was in the city, which was like 7 years ago, I ate at Green Goddess. The food there sure left an impression. Looks like it's still open...

I do not have more recent information than your last visit, Vonnie, but have a great time!

Chicken in biscuits came out better than I feared but not as good as I hoped. A learning experience.

Vonnie, Nora is your source for this! You could even google her work on Eater if she doesn't see this.