Today I finally fixed the HOSTS file that I'm using on the new computer, and thus have obliterated nearly every ad I could possibly see while browsing the internet. Includes YouTube videos.

Tomorrow starts a full week of work, which I won't be used to again since I've had such big pockets of time off in the last 3 or 4 weeks. Shitty, but I still want to do well for the chance to work from home.

Mandatory overtime on Wednesday.

Visit from Dad and Diana, we opened some presents and sat through one last quick bout of Christmas music.

I was able to return some hiking gear to him.

Productive things done today? Not much. I've been exhausted and broke my "no coffee" rule, but after the coffee and reminding myself that today was Friday, I was able to make it through the work day while doing quite well, which is important because I want to be chosen to work from home (as only 10 people from the call center will be picked). My excuse is that I was exhausted from being in the ER with Jackson until 1:30am because he has toxic synovitis. Still, it's an excuse. At the very least, I favorited this page, as we need a plastic bag holder for the closet and I'd like to not spend money on one (or at least spend less money).

Productive things of the day, completed:

- Cleaned utensil drawer, which was nasty
- Cleaned and donated baby swing to neighbors

I discovered this website, which I am tempted to give a try. I like the idea of fasting, even though it's probably not a healthy, sustainable practice(?). I usually feel better when I'm hungrier (I'm way more alert, my senses are sharper, and my sluggishness goes away). Also, being ripped would be nice.

I've also begun to start paying my student loans back. Because of this, I'd like to start some personal financial planning for the family.

I'd like to spend more time teaching Jackson things as well. If I can find the time during the day, I'd like to make it a routine thing. Reading would be my main focus, and I'd like to help him be less angry.