Today I gave a presentation at a UW systems research seminar, due to invitation from Hank Levy (the current chair of the UW CSE department!).

I had been nervous a few weeks before, but when I started talking today I was very smooth - in fact, I was surprised at how easy it was. Of course, there were some slides which were less relevant, I could have had a more smooth delivery at times, and my body language was a bit off (I fiddled with my hands quite a bit, said umm, etc.) Overall, however, I’m pleased.

I opened the door to the condo. “Tadaima”, I said - as usual. I heard the pitter patter of hands and feet as Jerry crawled towards me. I quickly opened the gate and stepped through, just as he came around the corner.

He crawled up to my legs and then started to pull himself up - clearly indicating that he wanted to be held. I put my bag down, picked him up, and asked him about his day - showering him with kisses - as usual.

On Sunday, Eriko attended

Well… I’ve had very little time for anything but work and home these days. My new position is stretching me at both ends, since I need to be up early to address the needs of Moscow and at work late to address the needs of Seattle.

Jerry is more active than ever, crawling on all fours, standing (with assistance) and starting to babble. He’s a lot of fun to watch and interact with. Eriko’s doing well, but needs me to take over Jerry-duty as soon as I return home.