The preoccupation with the files feels like a weird turning point. Like when they were cranking out all those pornographic pamphlets about Marie Antoinette before the revolution. Humans amuse me. I hope I can escape the guillotine, quietly sitting at home working my puzzle while listening to podcasts about jungle frogs. I’m very busy.

Need

King of Pentacles — How the interviewer sees you / Your core energy

You’re coming across as grounded, competent, and reliable. This card speaks to maturity, practical wisdom, and long-term value. Even if you don’t feel like a “king,” your energy suggests:

You appear capable of handling responsibility You give off a steady, trustworthy presence They may see you as someone who could grow into leadership or become a cornerstone employee

Message: You are already being taken seriously.

Page of Wands — Your potential in this role

This shows fresh enthusiasm, curiosity, and creative spark. The job may offer a chance to learn new skills, explore a different direction, or bring new ideas to the table.

You’re entering a growth phase They may be excited about your passion or adaptability This role could reignite motivation or inspiration

Message: Show your excitement and willingness to learn — it works in your favor.

Four of Swords — Advice / What you need right now

This card is about rest, calm, and mental clarity.

Don’t overthink the interview Get good rest beforehand Approach it with a peaceful, steady mind

You don’t need to force anything — your preparation has already been done.

Message: Quiet confidence beats anxious over-preparation.

Overall Energy

This reading suggests a solid, promising interview where you’re seen as both dependable and full of potential. The combination of King (stability) and Page (new beginnings) is especially positive — it implies a company that wants someone reliable who can also grow.

I’m thinking about and trying to reduce the amount of plastic I ingest via containers and food packaging. One step is migrating all my water bottles from plastic to stainless steel.

It has come to my attention that Syracuse people pronounce the word “room” very much like “rum” and now I can’t stop analyzing it.

2026 Reading List updated.

I absolutely stuffed my car to the gills with junk and drove to the thrift store over lunch to make a drop-off. Grr! They aren’t taking donations today for some reason. Now I have to drive my car all over creation filled with junk until I can go again.

Cut to me at the club after a few (dozen) drinks

I don’t think you’re gonna be able to handle my Napoleon video!

My new channel is off to a great start, and I’m feeling proud of the results. I’m still learning and polishing my style. Here’s my stats for the first month. I’m not getting much traction on Instagram, but I’m finding an audience on the other platforms.

Pomodoro is my kink.

Morning cackle fest!

I made it through January without using my clothes dryer. No big whoop! I suspect the analysis of kilowatts used won’t be cosmic, as we’ve had the coldest snowiest winter in 47 years. WTH? But it feels good to make the effort.

I grabbed subs and headed to Mr. K’s to have a late lunch. I was craving me some turkey and swiss, and it hit the spot. We are chewing our way through Schitt’s Creek and are in the final season. I’m not sure what we’ll watch next. He wants me to see Ted Laso.

Up next

Big and beautiful, my ass! Rage update!

The good news is that the markets continue to rally, and I made a kerbillion dollars last month. This is happening even though I’ve now moved all my funds to conservative low growth accounts. So wow! But can I live on a kerbillion dollars a month? One wonders. Puzzles ain’t cheap, y’all! It’s the first of the month, so I’m updating all my cash tracking charts today. The Boldin Tool continues to tell me all is fine, and the two highest probability retirement scenarios are “do nothing” and “pack your bags now and move to Tennessee” – 98% and 99% respectively probability of success. Thus, I think I’ll continue to sit on my ass and do nothing. I’m very busy.

In other money-related news, I have discovered after some digging that I have 6.5 years of service in the state retirement system from my job at the Red Bakery. I have a small pension coming from that of about $500 a month. Not lottery-dream-home money, but definitely booze money. I’d always been focused on and tracking the pension payout, but hadn’t paid much attention to the years of service credits. The important update is as follows. The possible Local Bakery job is a state benefits position. My current job at the Brown Bakery is not a state benefits position. I technically work for an affiliated subsidiary private organization and thus do not get that deluxe benefits package. If I were to go back on the state’s books, I’d be growing that state pension payout. Additionally, I’d also be eligible for healthcare-for-life after accumulating 10 years of service – just 3.5 years away! That is a huge carrot and something I need to think about. Could I work 3.5 more years before I crash and burn in a ball of fire? We’ll see. Regardless, reviewing and comparing options is always a good thing.

There is a slight probability that I’ll do my tax return today. Or perhaps I’ll get it started. I think I have everything I need. But I got a lot of index cards to chew through – chores! – before I can do anything extra. Steps deficit!

Puzzle done

Wow! I think I’ve really outdone myself. The Chernobyl video is so great! I can’t wait to share it. I’m about halfway done. Check out my pulsating reactor!

My Chernobyl video is sending me! Ha ha!

Haircut 100

I literally just scream laughed!

Cut to me at the club