For the last few weeks I've been especially enjoying my BJJ classes. Internally, I felt like I had "moved up a notch" in terms of my skills on the mat. It's the first time I've thought this, even though I graded a month back. The realization came when I was wrestling some of the newer club members and decided to play an entirely defensive game. Instead of trying to beat my opponent, I instead focussed on stopping them from beating me. When I felt like I'd "won" that game, I gave some pointers on what I'd do in their situation. Although I'm not even close to the skill level required to teach, I felt like the advice I gave was well received and we both got more out of the roll.

Interestingly, one of my friends at Jiu Jitsu (who recently graded to his blue belt) acknowledged that he could see a change in my approach on the mat, and with it an increase in my ability. It was good to have my thoughts reinforced by someone I respected.

Though, last week when wrestling one of the newer guys went <south african accent>hard and fast</south african accent> from the outset. I applied the same tactic (going slower with more focus on defense) and he wore himself out. A few fancy/acrobatic sweeps on his part was answered with what would have been an Anaconda Choke from me if we weren't just wrestling to either mount or back-control.

I guess some people are there for similar reasons as me, to learn and help others learn, while others are there to win at all costs. I find I learn much more from your losses than you do from your wins, so at this rate I'll be an expert in no time! :)

... is what I need to make my files +rw for my default group, webdev. I've added it to my ~/.bashrc so it gets called on login.

The Mad Hoops sent me a link: Juggernaut Bitch! Funniest internet clip so far this year.

Be warned, unless you work for a wicked company you'll probably need headphones.

... is when your favourite client calls and presents an idea they have for some software, and then asks if $100k would cover the bills.

Next Friday will be even better when she calls and asks us when we can start work.

I think I know why the producers of NBC's Survivor reality television show have selected Danielle as one of the 16 castaways in the current season.

Actually, I can think of two reasons.

My favourite part is how a few episodes ago, in a wrestling challenge (see her tussle with Misty, a "missile engineer") they used the blurry dot to cover an exposed boob. The editors must have hated their job that day.

I especially like the sensible choice in clothing she made. I know that if I was stranded on an island I'd want the tiniest, pinked bikini I could find. Though, maybe she though she could use her assets to win over the males in her tribe? So far it's not happening, but I'll pay close attention.

Speaking of things that are nice to look at, I can't see myself getting tired of checking this out:

I've found the car mats and cargo net that fit the car, funnily enough at the Nissan website. Next stop: contact a local supplier/dealer and purchase some for our Zeds.

Tonight we're off to see LTJ Bukem and MC Conrad lay down some mad drum 'n' bass tracks at the Globe Monkey Bar Captiol. Just go back to calling it the Globe and be done with it.

Tayo is also playing some breaks if the D'n'B gets too much. Mark just called and confirmed he's got me a ticket. Booyah!

In financial news, I've signed up for an online share trading account with E*Trade. Their signup process is simple, except the webform was written in the Dark Ages and has JavaScript to detect your browser. If you're not using an old version of Netscape or IE it borgensteins with an alert. The form won't work with Firefox at all, so I had to use a client's Windows machine and Terminal Services to remotely fill in the form, then save the HTML and print it locally.

So much effort, here's hoping I don't get burnt ;)