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12/29/2008 Originally uploaded by Edward Melendez We're back in town. The Boy is on the mend, but like his folks is definitely tired from the NM trip.

I do recommend the train ride from Santa Fe to Lamy, NM. The food is an ad hoc affair, but very good New Mexican fare like green chile stew can be had from a vendor set up outside the Lamy depot. Beautiful countryside in the winter and the hippest train engineer ever.

It looks like the antibiotics kicked in. Santiago is in a much better mood. Even up for some shenanigans in the snow at the grandparent's house. We've still spent most of the day recuperating, but we're planning dinner out and hopefully a trip downtown to see the luminarias.

So, yes indeed, Santiago has an ear infection, but the MD suspects pneumonia, so we got to experience chest x-rays and life's rich pagaent at the only 24hr Walgreen's in the area. Ever wonder who hangs out at a drugstore on Christmas Day? Seriously odd folks, like the guy in the picture with the holiday themed wheelchair. Another patron overheard at the pick up counter: "who denied her valium? The doctor? The insurance company?"  Ah, the humanity!

Happy holidays to anyone reading this. We're probably taking the boy to see a doctor today. He's pulling on his ear and he's still a little cranky.

I think everybody is ready for a trip. I have just begun to decompress from work and might finally be in the mood for some relaxation. The Xmas eve crowds at the airport aren't bad at all. Feels like less than a typical weekday morning. Maybe this is one of those examples of the economic slowdown, but it sure is nice when you're traveling with a kiddo.

Did I set up the blog by mail feature correctly? Did I?

Research for a Scenario Project  

11/16/2008 Originally uploaded by Edward Melendez They pay a living wage to their employees who, as a result, have the time to work on their artistic and political passions.

My Bookmarks Originally uploaded by Edward Melendez This is a pretty cool representation of my interests.

Love it.

Coolio, The Graduation Show from 301, In Its Full Glory

The Graduating Class Originally uploaded by Austin Improv Collective There we are, a bunch of kooky improvisers. I'm the guy not wearing glasses on the right.

The Boy and I spent the evening together while mom was a good citizen and neighbor. Santiago is starting at a new school next week (Primavera Montessori) and we're all coming back after I traveled a whole bunch.

My favorite New Mexico band still (sort of) in existence.

Homesick today.

boy @ zocalo Originally uploaded by Edward Melendez We had a great weekend together. No, I didn't do enough "work," but we got in some swimming, some great together time and some good times singing and dancing with friends. We're very fortunate to have such a charming, engaging and imaginative son. There really are some weekends you wish could go on forever, or just a couple more days...

This is pretty cool. Thanks, SFJ. What would I do without your guidance to the hipster currency?

I used to have an unhealthy obsession with REM until the late 90's. After that I sort of fell off. I'm liking this though.