Slowly I am porting my book collection from Florida, and by slowly I mean I’m at about 20/300+. This might take a while.

First week back at work was very busy: organizing special projects, MN State Fair stuff, breaking news, Bret Favre, tornadoes, oh my. The good thing is I’ve been feeling much more confident in my work, especially this week. I’m still finding it hard to dedicate time to some side projects, but that will iron out soon enough.

The weather has not been cooperative with my desire to ride my bike. This makes me angry. A co-worker says the whole El Nino business should keep the snow off the ground until later than usual. I aim to ride, even if cold, until I can’t ride anymore. This weekend I’m going to shop for some cooler weather riding clothes.

Vacation tapped me out a little, so it’s back to being frugal for a bit. I still need to save for the new camera, pocket video camera and some other vanity items. Plus, I plan on trying to make it back down to Florida for a wedding in November. The timing will make the flight rather expensive.

Enough random, carry on.

I came, I saw, I wore myself out.

The trip to Florida was a lot of fun. I hung out with as many people as I could, partied with friends, spent quality time with the family and even got a little sun. Florida still seems to be located a half-mile from the sun, which was fun to be reminded of.

It will be nice to get back to work, however it is going to be very busy over the next couple of weeks.

Next vacation though, I’m using the passport and going adventuring.

This is how I’m rolling today. Too windy to go for a ride. Hopefully tomorrow is better.

Also, cooked up some potatoes, onions and mushrooms topped with some razor-sharp cheddar. Phenomenal, excellent lunch fare. I’m trying to minimize any grocery buying due to the impending weeklong+ vacation coming up.

Can’t wait for the trip. Friends, family, sun, golf (hopefully even though I will stink) and relaxing.