Quick Updates

Russ left his blog open so I was able to catch up with it somewhat. He last solved the cube in 5 minutes and 45 seconds, by the way. And this is his own solution, not something he got from a book.

There's still no word from Anwar. But I trust him. Maybe he went on a pilgrimage and a cleric said to him, "By the way, no contact is permitted with the opposite sex until we get home." Or something like that. Something that will make me say, "Oh, of course!" when he gets home.

Weight loss is proceeding apace and my unemployment check finally arrived. My inbox contains instructions for beginning my new long-term temporary job assignment on Monday. I will need to join their van pool. My tea is ready. That's all for now.