I took two photos at Cs that weren't just food. Both are beautiful. It was good to see friends and meet new people this year. I missed some, but I was very tired and listened to my stupid body, which is hard for extrovert me. Thank you, @ericdet.bsky.social for inviting me onto the capstone session.

Please, y'all, use your microphones. #4c25

@sisypheantask.bsky.social Conference season is beginning in my brain bc I had a dream last night that I was at Cs, and my immediate thought was "I'm here. Why haven't I heard from Michael yet?!"

Y'all. This dog is obsessed with the heating vent. This tickles me to no end. He is handsome...not too bright, but so handsome.

The Beau taught me about Paprika eons after everyone else. Now I'm using it to make a grocery list that I transfer into my Google Keep grocery list as I prep for 2 Thanksgivings. 20yo Me would 100% punch Now Me in the face. In fairness, Now Me is stronger, I go for the throat, and I'd kick her ass.

Uffda.

It is my understanding that you are, legitimately, everyone's buddy. People who say otherwise are suspect.

Reminder that UTC is hiring a tenure-track position in English. Application review begins next week, so get your apps in! Come work at UTC!

I'm in the "buying holiday covers for my couch pillows" phase of grief. They have snowflakes and gingerbread trees...if you care.

@laddercoins.bsky.social I'm reading Kaiju Preservation Society right now and Scalzi mentions Snow Crash...and I thought "Man, I hope I see her in Spokane." 💜💜💜