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merlinofchaos) wrote2007-10-01 09:42 am
merlinofchaos) wrote2007-10-01 09:42 am
General life update
Today, Sprout is 5 months old. It's been pretty amazing.
6 months ago, I got a new job. I stepped away from the constant pressure provided by the psycho CEO at my former company and instead I am now working for the faceless corporate giant, Sony BMG. I work entirely from home, and I admit I do have a little trouble feeling integrated into the team, but there are a number of reasons for that and my WFH status is not the only one.
For those with whom I am a little less in touch, my life is basically two things right now:
1) BABY!!!!!
2) Drupal. I have been working basically simultaneously on 4 major projects, plus I'm a high profile member of the community and a lot of different aspects of it demand/deserve my attention. I'm also a pushy bastard sometimes, and I use this feature to try and get my way whenever I think the direction of something needs a tweak.
There are a few other items in my life that are worth mentioning:
NFL: Still a Broncos fan. Disappointed after yesterday's defeat, but I expected it. The team is currently not living up to its potential, alas.
Computer games: Most everything has dropped off, but I play Lord of the Rings Online when I get a chance. I've got a level 37 guardian.
RPGS: Sadly this has completely dropped off. Nothing happening here.
Shadowfist: I get to play about once every 3-4 months right now.
Writing: Haven't written anything new in ages.
Home: Theoretically we're looking to upgrade and buy a new house, but there's a lot of time.
Also, Spain was pretty amazing. The convention itself was fantastic, and Barcelona is a pretty cool city. There is a great deal to see and do, and the food is fantastic. Tapas is a meal that suits me well; though I will say, everything seems to be fried.
Also, I had Lambrusco I truly enjoyed. Alas that particular label doesn't seem to be imported to the US, but I am on the lookout. I know Lambrusco is kind of like soda wine, but I can't generally drink wine, so I will take what I can.
6 months ago, I got a new job. I stepped away from the constant pressure provided by the psycho CEO at my former company and instead I am now working for the faceless corporate giant, Sony BMG. I work entirely from home, and I admit I do have a little trouble feeling integrated into the team, but there are a number of reasons for that and my WFH status is not the only one.
For those with whom I am a little less in touch, my life is basically two things right now:
1) BABY!!!!!
2) Drupal. I have been working basically simultaneously on 4 major projects, plus I'm a high profile member of the community and a lot of different aspects of it demand/deserve my attention. I'm also a pushy bastard sometimes, and I use this feature to try and get my way whenever I think the direction of something needs a tweak.
There are a few other items in my life that are worth mentioning:
NFL: Still a Broncos fan. Disappointed after yesterday's defeat, but I expected it. The team is currently not living up to its potential, alas.
Computer games: Most everything has dropped off, but I play Lord of the Rings Online when I get a chance. I've got a level 37 guardian.
RPGS: Sadly this has completely dropped off. Nothing happening here.
Shadowfist: I get to play about once every 3-4 months right now.
Writing: Haven't written anything new in ages.
Home: Theoretically we're looking to upgrade and buy a new house, but there's a lot of time.
Also, Spain was pretty amazing. The convention itself was fantastic, and Barcelona is a pretty cool city. There is a great deal to see and do, and the food is fantastic. Tapas is a meal that suits me well; though I will say, everything seems to be fried.
Also, I had Lambrusco I truly enjoyed. Alas that particular label doesn't seem to be imported to the US, but I am on the lookout. I know Lambrusco is kind of like soda wine, but I can't generally drink wine, so I will take what I can.
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My professors when I studied in Spain said that the main reason most all food in Spain is fried is that after the Spanish Civil War when Generalisimo Franco was in charge, that no one had stoves. For some reason, they just weren't available. So, everything had to be made on the stove. That's why you get things like Tortilla Española and Paella, probably the two most common foods in Spain, which are both made on burners.
Glad to hear you liked Spain! My wife,