Nowhere Thursday
OK. A little more rested today. But I still feel bad - I need at least one more night of really good sleep.
A reintroduction to XML with an emphasis on character encoding
XML vs. HTTP - issues affecting safe transport. Technical. Sending arbitrary XML documents over networks is not that easy. 
Yesterday, I struggled with one of the bad alternatives described here.
The Saddameter: what are the odds for war?
I’ll think some positive thoughts for garret and sandra today.
I recently made an appointment with an habitual liar who says things are changing now but won’t go into detail. Reminded me of a song: Don’t ask me no questions, I’ll tell you no lies…
A long time ago I was given some stuff to take care of my feet. I still use it, just did. Thanks! Small things count.
Work is slow today but I don’t mind. And tonight it’s swim practice again - the coach promised me lots of kicking excercises this time. Which hurts but is good for my speed. Alright, let’s do it!
Kicking against underwater jet streams is hard. But I AM getting faster. Funtime! It’s strange how much better everything feels once I get back in the water.