~ with most of the staff gone for father’s day weekend, the offices at the angry red planet have been empty, yet busy:

~ the remaining staff took a break from the work and engaged in a session of dérives along henry hudson parkway which ended with an reminder of the distinction between rain in los angeles and rain on the east coast. next time, we can be more well-prepared, but no less ill-equipped.

~ the usual excitement over the bus trip to new jersey for home furnishings ended in the usual disillusionment and distaste upon viewing of the aforementioned home furnishings. minor crises of faith coupled with righteous indignation led to resignation, compromise, and, finally, physical submission.

~ a less demoralizing visit was made to the local bookshop, where we have been provided – at our own expense – with kindling for our continued summer of worklessness.

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