I helped out at the ski jumps for the FISU World University Games tonight. Best seat* in the house! (*I was standing, and eyeballing where the jumpers landed as a backup in case of camera/computer failure.)
Okay @lexfri@hachyderm.io, you got me. 😂 🎥 🔊
Tonight I played with shoutouts.lol, a neat tool by @vincent to share stuff you love. If you poke around on HeyDingus, you might see my start. One of these nights I’ll actually go to bed on time, but that night is not tonight. 😴
😦 Aghast – aghast I say! – that @manton’s Indie Microblogging doesn’t appear in his own app for book tracking on his own platform! 😉
Saw the weirdest phenomenon driving back into town the other night. Every light appeared to be shining directly into the sky. We thought the city had set up spotlights they were so bright. 📷
The tinkering has been strong tonight. But with very little to show for it. Indecision…terrible indecision.
Finished reading: Cirque Du Freak #12: Sons of Destiny by Darren Shan 📚 ★★★☆ (Back to rating things with four stars, that way I can’t sit on the fence.)
Although nearly half the book was all explanation instead of action, I’m impressed with how the author pulled the pieces of the saga together. It betrays the telltale signs of a well-considered arc, which I appreciate.
Although this will likely be the last time I revisit the Cirque du Freak series, I’m glad I reread it. It was fun to sink back into the imagination of my youth. Overall, it’s got good, varied characters and a compelling story. And the Darren-Shan-as-both-author-and-protagonist schtick is a creative twist. 👏
Currently reading: Cirque Du Freak #12: Sons of Destiny by Darren Shan 📚
Finished reading: Cirque Du Freak #11: Lord of the Shadows by Darren Shan 📚 ★★★☆
I expected more out of this book, which really only boiled down to three or four pivotal scenes. And it seemed like Darren was avoiding responsibility for many of his actions, which grew tiresome. Too much of, “I wanted to do this, but this part of me wouldn’t let me do it.”
It’s saving grace was the big reveal at the end, and refusal to shy away from heinous acts in what could have ostensibly be considered a children’s book.
(By the way, I think I’m simplifying to a three star rating system.)
There are two types of people in this world: Those who delete trailing spaces, and those who do not. (Perhaps there’s a third who don’t know what a trailing space is.) (Also, those who say ‘delete’ to describe removing a previously typed character, and those who say ‘backspace’.)
I’m digging this sunny disposition kicking off my January. Thanks @ismh! 📷
Did my first ice climb in years today and was surprised by how smooth and solid I felt. Feeling good. 🙂
These slippers have spent three years on my wish list. They were were worth the wait. Thanks @gruber and Merlin!
Jo and I were silly and didn’t take any pictures together for our Christmas yesterday, so here’s a shot off our timelapse of opening gifts instead. 😅 ‘Twas a perfect day of love, games, good food, and snuggles. Happy holidays to y’all out there! 🎄 📷
This has had to have been the most active Christmas I’ve ever spent! Hope everyone out there had as much fun as I did today!
Spinning out in the middle of an icy, hilly road: two thumbs down, would not recommend. 👎👎 But no incident and got home safely. Be careful out there, y’all.
Crossed 200 miles run for the year! 🥳 Next stop, 217 miles and 50 runs which would be a new annual record. 🏃♂️
Tis the season to clear out old stuff to make room for new stuff! I’ve got some things for sale: a couple of Apple Watches, a Roomba i6, and winter boots! All great quality, except for one watch has a cracked screen (makes a good night watch).