Weeknotes 2023.10: Snatches of warmth

Weeknotes 2023.10: Snatches of warmth

The weather forecast was non-stop sleet and rain at the start of the week. There were gaps in it, though, and I didn’t hesitate to use them. I made a dash to a bookshop via Hackney Marshes at sunset on Monday. On the way back via Leyton, there was a loud cacophony of parakeets in the wooded area by Temple Mills Eurostar depot, departing in flocks and audible even over the din of passing cars.

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(Of course, because I’m posting this a bit delayed, I went out around the same time today—Monday 13th—for a run, and got hit by a squall of rain. Ho hum.)

Things I have enjoyed this week

  • If you like wholesome content and watching people doing things with competence, this video of a student pilot making her first solo flight (three take-offs, loops, and landings) is delightful.
  • I’ve been playing HALO INFINITE season 3 on multiplayer, which adds some new game modes that are deliciously entertaining. A shame that the gaming industry is still dependent on micro transaction and engagement nonsense, but at least (as of the previous update) the game respects your time a bit more.