dusting off the surface

I have had this feeling in the back of my mind for a while that I started yet another blog and let it go stale.  I haven't really figured out my purpose for creating a blog other than getting my thoughts out and sort of publicly (and silently) reflecting on my life.  I hope I can post some content that is valuable for like-minded readers, whoever those might be right now.

Many topics to update on I suppose.

beats - I haven't had time to, nor do I have a desk setup to make any music or do any bedroom DJ'ing.  I opened Ableton Live the other day but I did my typical routine; Play around with every synth sound patch for hours and make nothing.  In fact I don't even hit record.  I don't really have the attention span to produce so I'll probably reserve any of my "music" efforts towards DJ'ing, remixing, etc.

bits - So you probably know from my earlier posts this year that I got my CCNA.  My next goal is to get my CCNP which I am going to take the 3 test option.  I was originally going to start this during the "cold" months but I feel motivated to do it now.  I had my CCNP from 2003 to 2006 but made the mistake of letting it expire.  I know the topics have drastically changed since then so I am over due for a refresher.  I know the experience I have gained at Cerner will make it much easier this time.  I had very little experience when I got my CCNP for the first time.

bicycles - This is the most stale topic of my blog.  I think I maybe got on my bike 2 or 3 times this year.  I said out loud today, though likely not true, that I will try to give winter bicycling a go this year.  We'll see.

baby boy - I guess I haven't announced on here that we had our baby boy, Isaac.  He was born a few weeks ago and I am a very happy daddy!

home improvement - I have completed most of the laminate flooring but I still need to complete the stairs.  Any tips would be welcome.