On the topic of the job:
I've gone from Database management to Barista trainee. While I'm sure that my first day alone behind the espresso bar will be nerve wracking--- I really enjoy it. I make people's favorite vice. and I get to make noisey frothy milk! And hit buttons! and pull levers!

It turns out that one of the regulars who comes in is from Massachusetts. This conversation came up during a conversation about the Red Sox.

There's just that tiny bit of not quite enough pay check. And not knowing what to do with myself when I'm not working. I'm sure Rob would appreciate it if I were around just a little bit less, but it seems that there's just been so many misses when it comes to making plans with others. Oh well. Will keep looking for more work.