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Another interesting thing here in Arizona is the dang bugs. I now understand why pest control is such a huge business out here in the desert. I’ve experienced trouble with bugs at both home and work. The owners where I live have decided to take care of the bug issue themselves. Whatever. Bug deterrence is not reactive or optional as it is in the midwest. Proactive and somewhat frequent treatments are required in these here parts. Bugs suck. Don’t even want to talk about the spiders…

Up here in the lovely mountains of Sierra Vista, biking is huge here. There are two dedicated bike shops for Sierra Vista, both very nice places. If I wanted to buy a used bike, it would only set me back 1100 dollars for the cheapest bike. Anyway, I don’t think so.

Of course the major discount retailers are here in the Vista including Target, Wal-Mart, K-Mart, etc. I just don’t feel safe riding one of these junky bikes they have for sale. Maybe I’m just old and safety conscious. I’ve taken some nasty spills in my younger days on bikes, that’s the way it was back in the 80’s and 90’s. Never even thought of wearing a helmet. Ahhh, maybe that explains some things…

Is it crazy for me to be bike-averse?

Weekends away from home are rough out here in lovely Arizona. I miss everyone like I normally do during the week, but feels differently on the weekends. The weekend is a time to take the opportunity to hang out with my family. Missing that opportunity hurts a little bit. Managed to take a few pictures of the house, uploading now.

Watched 1408 tonite, quite an interesting story. I’ve been a fan of John Cusack throughout his career. The ending was quite interesting as well, seems like the typical, yet not typical, Stephen King ending. I love it that there was absolutely no attempt to explain anything about what went on.

Speaking of movies, going to check out some of the movies at the Chicago Film Festival. Haven’t picked my choices, but is on the agenda for tomorrow.