Afternoon watch, 2 bells (1:09 pm)
While today isn't my birthday, I did get a birthday present:
Yes, it costs hundreds of dollars more than a comparable PC, and yes, it took three weeks to get here (I could have had parts ordered, shipped, and built in 3-4 days), but by golly, it'll look good. Expect many upcoming blog posts about this experience.
Afternoon watch, 2 bells (1:06 pm)
Today my dad turns sixty. It's hard to believe, but inevitable I suppose. Happy birthday, dad!