Questionable how authentic this quote from Aristophanes is but putting it on the end of a wine barrel makes it appear legitimate.

Bottom of a wine barrel with "Quickly bring me a beaker of wine, so that I may wet my mind and say something clever - Aristophanes"

Waking up earlier these days so I’m putting that extra time to good use. I’m sitting for about 20-30mins in my chair reading so The Cat can jump up beside me. Any day that starts with a cat on your lap is going to be a good day.

I’m really enjoying Andor at the moment. Apart from the Mandalorian, I think it’s the best tv show the Star Wars franchise has produced in recent times. Boba Fett was very dull apart from the Mandalorian episodes and Obi Wan was better but mediocre. 📺

Serving looks of disapproval.

A black and white cat sitting upright in a chair covered with a red throw. The cat is frowning.

I remember when the first aluminium macbook was released and how different it looked and how light it was. You didn’t see many in the wild either, which gave it an extra bit of special something to have one. Now I wander round campus and every second student seems to have one.

☕ Coffee then work. The correct order of things.

I’ve been reviewing my diary for the next few weeks and all of the things that need to be accomplished before the end of the year. The thought of taking some leave and running away is becoming increasingly attractive!

💤 Spending a quiet Sunday night catching up on some home admin.

Reflecting on the fact that just like tuning a radio or tv, you adjust a few things in your life and the overall picture becomes clearer and you can see and hear better. If you remove the noise you can appreciate and enjoy the quieter aspects of life more.

I’m getting “you went away and I’m disappointed in you” vibes from The Cat.

A black and white cat sitting on the edge of a couch staring intently at the photographer