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Why is a raven like a writing desk?

Thoughts both confusing and enlightening.

Why is a raven like a writing desk?

Thoughts both confusing and enlightening.

Another day…

elbeno, 13 September, 200528 February, 2008

…another interview. And another “no hire” recommendation. Sigh.

Also today: a half hour power cut which affected the whole of LA's northwest side. A pity it didn't last longer – I could have had the afternoon off! I pretty much figured right away that someone down at the DWP had accidentally cut something they shouldn't have.

I also got my medical exam today for my green card application. Exam, 3 jabs, blood test and a chest X-ray. I think I'm pretty healthy. By my reckoning, I've taken 5 sick days in 10 years.

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