Brief notes and the Slingshot

• I visited Free Geek for the first time today, to drop off a monitor for recycling and to give a donation. A most excellent organization.
• My favourite xkcd comic yet.
• More often than not, Scott and I head out for a beer after the gym. Since it's right across the street, we've lately been going to the Slingshot Lounge. I recommend it because:
  - the clientele is a laid back bunch. And the doofus factor is very low.
  - it has low lighting. Very relaxing after weights.
  - it has a nice kitty that sometimes comes and says hi.
  - there is an excellent jukebox, that even includes two Bad Brains CDs
  - and there are big photos on the walls of excellent yakuza tattoos.
  

Belmont Pearl

• We tried out the new Belmont Pearl last night and... it was damn good. The grub was excellent (I had a pepper beef thingy), the staff was cute and attentive, and the prices are fine. I highly recommend it.
  

Portland Communique: editor's coda

The Portland Communique was, in my opinion, one of the best blogs out there. In this final post, the editor writes of his problems trying to be a full-time blogger. It's a thoughtful and informative post.