Rating for 9/12: 4

There isn't any good reason why I haven't been posting--I just haven't gone to the library in the last few days. Even though my neglect in that respect has been shameful, I had an excellent day yesterday. Before I start, I wanted to say that I'm pleased to see what looks like an increase in everyone's average scores. Points for my day yesterday:

* I started training at Cafe Normandy, a French restaurant on Main Street in Annapolis. Even though I don't have any prior restaurant experience with which to compare my experience there, the job seems like it'll be great. Good pay, flexible hours, nice environment, and all the staff that I've met so far have made a favorable impression on me. I did well during my training and took in a lot of information. I even took two table, both of which were fine.

* I had my built in point-scorer--my bike. Simply by riding from home to work and back again, I got a good work out and enjoyed a beautiful day.

* When I got home from work, I resisted a powerful impulse to sleep, and instead, I took care of some petty business stuff and worked on dinner for the house. Although I only made pasta, sauce, and some vegetables, none of which required much time or skill, the meal turned out well.

* After dinner I finished part three and began part four of Franklin's Autobiography. Being at part four means that I'm about 98% done with the book. As it did the first time, reading that book has motivated and inspired me. Definitely on my favorites list.

Negatives:

* I was a few minutes late for my first day of work, which was only partially my fault. The Compromise Street Bridge was raising just as I got to it, so I had to wait about five minutes for the boats to pass before I could continue biking to work. I should have left earlier, in order to anticipate the possibility of the bridge being drawn, but at least I'll know for the future to plan for that. Management didn't even notice though, (I don't think), and my day went well notwithstanding my tardiness.

* I mislead my housemates later in the day when I want to watch the Eagles game. The details are insignificant, but the upshot is that I should have been more clear with them about my plans, because I left them waiting due to a misunderstanding. I also didn't plan well for getting home, but I ended up finding a way.