Internet at home

So I have been connected at home for almost a month now. My rate of posting on this here personal public record has not really increased much, but I have been able to do more online and feel more "connected". It has also helped my workday (which was one of my motivations) because I no longer need to fit my daily web time in at the office. Additionally, I regularly log in and check email and such before heading in to work, which puts me ahead of the game. My mind typically takes off running as soon as I wake up, so it isn't uncommon for me to get up and put in some time and get some work done before I even shower or such for work. Additionally, I have been able to work on a couple personal projects. While I could do about any of it disconnected, it is much easier to have the interwebs at my disposal for reference while working. I will reveal more about at least one of my projects as it becomes ready and available for public consumption.

Another useful thing about internet at home is that it makes communication with my sis much easier. She is 14 hours ahead of us here at the buckle of the ol' bible belt; so it is the middle of the afternoon for her right now. Funny thing, though, is that she is probably asleep. She likes to nap.

So I am in a little bit of a pickle as far as the brewing goes. I have this new (to me) fancy brewing equipment, but I am not currently able to use it. I ordered a propane cooker, but it has been brought to my attention that its use on my porch is not really in line with the law. I may give it a shot anyway, but it isn't something I can make a habit of. I am coming to the realization that I need to find a new place to live. I need a second bedroom, and I need somewhere that will be cooperative with my outdoor brewing needs. So I am on the lookout for a new home. Inexpensive and in town would be a great combination. As it is, I think I may need to brew a couple batches using my old extract process to keep my beer supply where it needs to be.

Also, have I mentioned I am a sucker for magazines? One low price for a YEAR of reading. Just too good a deal to pass up. And so many magazines promise insider info on relevant and diverse topics. The latest I have fallen prey to is Mother Jones. I hope it's good. Wilson Quarterly is one that I subscribed to in the past year but that I will not be renewing. It just didn't do it for me..., but you can't win 'em all.