Hero

I enjoyed the movie "Hero" last night. I figured out part of the plot very early on but the entirety remained a mystery until the end. It was a good story with a large amount of Martial Art-type action. Unfortunately, a good share of it was so dramatized (i.e. wire-work) that it wasn't overly useful in furthering my own studies. Still, it was fun to watch and fun to dream of being capable of such things. Even the novice "Moon" was incredibly formidable. I guess it's time for more practice on my part.

I spent the weekend transferring computer components around and rebuilding a couple of systems at home. It was moderately enjoyable as I transferred my work area up to the dining room and half-watched/half-listened to a notable quantity of ST-TNG (Star Trek - The Next Generation). I also assisted a good friend in putting up her Christmas tree. She acquired a large (almost too large) tree from the local YMCA. I have to admit, it looked good, though and that was before any decorations were applied.

Tension and emotions continue to run high as the year draws to a close. I have plans on taking a trip to Florida sometime in January to see two of my dearest friends. Hopefully that will relieve some of the aggravation I've been accumulating recently. If not, then it's back to the wood pile for me. I have a very nice, new, 8 pound maul to try out, anyway and on the dryer and relatively straight pieces, the 3/4 length axe can be swung with sufficient speed and power to blow the remaining shards many feet from their starting point. Yeah kindling. :-)