Divisions and Precisions

Alive? Well, mostly...

Between the power going out on Wednesday, the cable modem being out until Friday, going away for part of the weekend, and Microprose, I've been scarce of late.

First of all, Microprose is evil. I'm convinced that their computer games are designed to distract everybody so the company can take over the world. I've gotten sucked into Master of Orion 2 and I can't get out. The thing is, I totally suck at this game. I've only won once, despite having played several games at the Tutor level of difficulty (you know, the step below Easy). And I only won because the other races elected me ruler of the galaxy.

I've also been reading a lot. I started George R. R. Martin's A Game of Thrones on Wednesday and finished it Sunday night. All I can say is, wow. That seriously rocked. Oddly enough, the style and the storyline reminded me a lot of Sharon K. Penman's books, except that her setting is historical 13th century Wales and his setting is his own fantasy world. The political situation is very similar though, with all of the intrigue and backstabbing going on--which says a lot about his worldbuilding skills. I dove into the second book in the series with interest, but I've slowed down a little (see above, re: Microprose).

Since this past Friday was Dawn and Jason's anniversary, and since Saturday was 7th Sea, I ended up going over to babysit Justin on Friday and staying over. The funny thing is, babysitting Justin isn't a job, it's a chance to just hang out with him. There aren't words for how much I love that kid. We watched "Finding Nemo" and ate pizza, and basically goofed around until I put him to bed. I think the best part was when he climbed up on the couch next to me and curled up while we were watching the movie. Made me go all fuzzy inside. I was reminded why two is the best age. Oh yeah, hanging out with his mom and dad was fun too. ;)