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July 30, 2004
July 29, 2004
Much better (job stuff)
I think we should just realize that people have their specialties, and when they know what they're doing we shouldn't waste time debating with them.I've suddenly gained a lot of respect for him — he actually does know where his knowledge is lacking, and actually does want to learn!— James, in response to Antoine spending about two hours arguing with me about a window-drawing mechanism he couldn't wrap his mind around
July 28, 2004
Dev cycle (job stuff)
At least I finally got my travel/hotel/etc. reimbursement today so I can actually start buying furniture.
July 25, 2004
Underwhelming (music)
July 24, 2004
July 21, 2004
I am finally satisfied (food)
I have finally found a good hamburger.
Gnar (job stuff)
So I emailed Antoine and told him that I'll be coming in around noon tomorrow so I can move in to my apartment. I'll probably buy some furniture too. Since having a place to sleep will be rather nice.
July 20, 2004
I need to focus on the positive (job stuff)
July 15, 2004
Chutzpah (job stuff)
Also, I was extremely lucky to get this job — not just because of the "OMG I'm a game programmer!" bit, but because of the chain of events which led to me getting it.
Changing phone numbers (customer experience)
July 14, 2004
July 9, 2004
July 8, 2004
Not a remix (music)
I mean, I already have a pretty high standard for what makes a remix worth listening to, and this is just way below that standard. But it seems like this is the only way classic rock is played on the radio here. Do people just have specific expectations for the percussion and EQ of a track nowadays?
July 7, 2004
After careful consideration (job stuff)
Arglebargle (job stuff)
July 6, 2004
Affirmation (job stuff)
Wish me luck.
4:55 EDT Back at the hotel room.
July 5, 2004
Near-dearth experience (food, travels)
Which, apparently, isn't so easy to find in New York. (It turns out it's 2,000 miles away from Mexico. Who knew?)
Fortunately, Corsendonk, a Belgian ale I'd never heard of (I was attracted to its champagne-esque packaging, to the point that I didn't notice the $7 pricetag for a pint and a half), is plentiful here — and tastes way better.
The best bagel ever (food, travels)
Or at least the best bagel I'd ever had.