Scott Card controversey

I was disappointed, though not surprised, to see Orson Scott Card’s recent editorial in the Mormon Times on the subject of gay marriage. I admire Card’s writing, and I loved his novel Ender’s Game. I guess our political view points are just somewhat out of sync. I mention all of this because my first professional [...]

Library card!

I got my library card today for the Arlington Public Library system. There are nine libraries in the system, 2 of which are within walking distance of the new house. My card also gives me privileges in nearby libraries, like Alexandria. There is a library right near work, across the park, and that is where [...]

eReader for the iPhone

Since I mentioned upgrading my iPhone to the 2.0 software today, I should also mention that I downloaded the eReader application for the phone. I have always been on the fence about eBooks, not for any particular reason other than I like turning pages and having the book in my hand. But even with all [...]

A Virginia resident

The trip to the DMV was quick and uneventful. I was in and out in 30 minute, and when I came out, I had a Virginia driver’s license. They have a pretty streamlined and efficient system overall. First you get a number. When your number is called, you head off to the window, present your [...]

Braving the Virgina DMV

Later today, I plan on braving the Virginia DMV in order to obtain a Virigina Driver’s license. I was looking through what I needed to bring with me in order to speed the process. I don’t really remember what I needed for Maryland, but Virginia wants to make sure you are who you say you [...]

Wednesdayt morning rundown

Up around 6:30 after getting a pretty good night’s sleep. Kelly worked wonders on our bedroom, which is now about the most completely unpacked and setup room in the house. Had breakfast while watching Good Morning America on the new TV. Packed my lunch and then Kelly and I headed off to work. What a [...]

Wrap-up

We get a “move day” at work and I used mine today. I headed to the old house this morning and arrived there at 9 AM to do the final cleanup. I was hoping to be done by 1 PM, but it took a little longer than I expected. I finished around 2 PM. I [...]

Now you see it, and now you don’t

We were up pretty early this morning. Kelly had to go into work, but I stayed home because I needed to be here for the cable guy. I made good use of the time. I got my books unpacked. There are 36 boxes of books and I managed to get most of them unpacked and [...]

Internet is back and move is complete!

Backdated posts of the move weekend coming later this evening! And I have Internet at home once again!

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It was kind of hard to sleep in for some reason. I think both Kelly and I were anxious to get started with the settling in and unpacking. Dad, Jen, and Jason went to breakfast while Kelly and I got started on some unpacking. Then we drove over to Sarah’s, dropped off my car, and [...]

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