As much as I love conventions, coming home is just as fun. It probably seems strange, but I feel that being apart once in a while is a good thing for a long term relationship. It keeps things fresh, I think. Anyway, this weekend is going to be a blast. Dane got a big bonus check and so, we're finally joining the 21st century. We're getting one of those really big, flat TVs. He's a professional gamer, see. (He works in QA for a game company.) And console games are requiring bigger and bigger screens so you can see what the heck you're doing. I'm excited because I'm a bit of a film buff. I can't wait to see Bladerunner in HD. Seriously. Also? I'm really looking forward to movie nights with friends. Lots of pillows. Popcorn. Silly, I know. I think I'm going to have to spring for a subwoofer, though. (We've already got four great speakers.) Dane isn't as big into the sound end of things as I am.

With the new TV, maybe I'll get to put in some time on the new Star Wars MMO. I want to be able to play with my agent. There's something about that idea that makes me squee. (Okay. So, I'm a big geek.)

Speaking of, I just got back from Elizabeth Moon's reading at BookPeople. She's pretty great. I can't wait to get back into the Paksenarrion books. (I know, I know. I'm way far behind in my reading. And yes, I've just added two more books to the mountain. Like I do. Heh.) I play a paladin, see. I like paladins. That might come as a surprise to some of you who've read my books, but there you are. Alas, Dane is a much, much faster reader than I am. And well... I've already got something important to read. Ahem.

Happy Friday, y'all!