Weekends

I've been working weekends, to save up time for an upcoming vacation. It's weird being at the office and lab when no one else is around; almost like you're a ghost that's haunting the place. A ghost who still feels compelled to keep the eight-to-five schedule.

I have a new camera by the way.

Segways

You can't really see it in this picture, but there's about 4 people on Segways, all riding in a fleet. I always thought that, used for their intended purpose (an alternative to driving for city dwellers), the Segway was a good idea. But at like $20k per, it's kind of a ridiculous idea.

Sidewalks

In Tucson, there aren't that many sidewalks. In fact, sometimes you're lucky to get any kind of clearing near the curb.

Gardening

We've all got our hobbies. I cook, Maya gardens. I did a ton of yardwork for her this weekend.

Back

Seen on a car in Austin. I figured out how to pull images from my phone. The blog is back.

Camera

My camera's done for. I'm sorry. I really should update this blog more; but it'll be harder without pictures...

Futz

Me: These are weird looking! I need a picture.
Maya: Oh yeah, we have these in Texas. They're called "futz bugs".

[Later, I do a google search, as well as look in a guide to insects and arachnids I've got, but turn up nothing called a "futz bug". I ask a guy at work, Jon, who did his BS in entomology.]

Me: So, yeah, I've been seeing these "futz bugs" all around lately. They're interesting, but I can't figure out what the scientific name is.
Jon: Well, different parts of the country have different names for insects, so I'm not too sure either. I'll see what I can find.

[Still later, I tell Maya Jon has no idea what a "futz bug" is. We look at the pictures and compare. They're type of weevil.]

Maya: Yeah, so, I made up the name futz bug. I totally had you going!

Sometimes, I'm really gullible.