RyanHarne.com

I had to check to see when the last time was that I had written here. The intervening time has been no less than enjoyable, exhausting, and educational. The spring break period was mainly spent in Atlanta with Becky, both of us doing our share of work across the table. So, of course, that period was enjoyable. Then, I was in Philadelphia for a cross-conference cycling race, look for ECCC week 2 in the link. Those 3 days were exhausting due to the traveling, the torrential rains, and the frigid & wind-battered races. Fortunately, the team time trial Sunday, though absolutely freezing, was exciting and encouraging. Finally, the academic sphere of my life has been working overtime to make up for… well, not making up for anything in particular. Maybe academics is always running at a pace just greater than my endurance threshold. Likely so.

On March 4, one of my Atlanta days last week, ryanharne.com celebrated its 5th birthday. I had known that the anniversary would fall during my trip, but my company kept my rapt attention during the Atlantatime so that I misplaced the event reminder. Perhaps I will celebrate this evening, marking the 5th year and 1st week of ryanharne.com. You should, too.

As a final point, while in Atlanta I drink coffee each morning that I make from a french press. That method of preparation can turn a crap cup of coffee into a delicious, crema-covered brew. I ended up buying a french press for home use after my first Atlanta visit but making it at my home is inconvenient because we don’t have a steaming water tap. I have to boil the water on the stove before I can get the brew going. If anyone knows of a cheap way to quickly steam water, not involving the microwave, then please pass along your tip.

Ok. Some engineering students are probably wanting some system dynamics help. Afterwards, be confident that I will celebrate ryanharne.com’s 5th&1.

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