It's My Birthday

My thirty-third birthday approaches, arriving on the 22nd of October. I always get thoughtful presents from family and friends, but this year I have a specific request. Instead of buying me something, please make a donation to one of my favorite charities in the amount you would normally spend on a present.

• The Electronic Freedom Foundation
• The Endometriosis Association
• Alzheimer's Association

If you would like to wish me a happy birthday I will throw a little party on the 25th. If you can't make it personally please send me a card at my new address:

2001 Cobblestone Ln
Bryan, TX 77807

I know spending money is sometimes hard to come by, especially in these uncertain financial times. Apart from missing family and friends my life is going well, so I would like to do something for the greater good. Please help me out.

Thanks,
--Dean

SketchedUp My House

I spent most of today trying out Google Sketchup. The house (pictures) we bought came with blueprints, so it was easy to lay out a drawing of our floorplan. After an export and some GIMP conversion here is what I made: (sketchup file)

Closed the Deal

This post is just an update for regular readers (if anyone is subscribed to my RSS feed). We closed the contract on the house three days ago. Our apartment is partially packed and I am moving boxes to the house this week. On Sunday we will get friends together to move the heavy furniture, making that evening our first night there. Adrienne and I are quite excited.