Random Thoughts

These past few days have been just what I needed.

I've been able to take some time for myself and catch up on all the things that I'd been putting off while I was on course. The list wasn't particularly long, but checking off the items on it makes this down time that much sweeter.

I can't seem to find my pipe. I hope I left it out at the cottage. It's a fine pipe, made out of briar. I haven't smoked it in some time, and wouldn't mind starting again while I have a bit of time off. Hard to get more relaxing than smoking a pipe on a porch.

Apparently, Canada's won a round in the whole softwood lumber thing. I'm hoping this translates into a long-term solution, but you never really know when these kinds of trade disputes come into play. Aren't Republicans supposed to be pro-business? C'mon, guys. Stick to your doctrine. Then again, they're also supposed to be pro-balanced budget, too.

Does anyone reading this play Go? You know, the ancient Japanese surrounding game? I'd kind of like to find someone to play with. Also, I'd like to find a good board (preferably in Kingston). If you know of where I can find either*, that'd be great.

*I already have an online Go game, but it's just not the same.