alonewiththemoon | sleepy grey day

Dropped off M's laptop at the computer store/repair shop at the university where I work--it was pointed out to me via Facebook that as staff, I have access to their services, and since they are Dell certified, if it's a warranty-covered problem, Dell will be held accountable for the repairs. I described the computer's behavior to the tech, who said it sounded like motherboard issues, and that the Inspiron 1525s are known for buggy sound problems. Le huge sigh. But on the positive side, if it is the motherboard, that will definitely be covered by warranty, and perhaps this whole ordeal can be resolved.

I watched the film Perfect Creature last night--it has vampires *and* zeppelins, what more could a movie need? Plot was a variation of your standard edgy yet principled vampire and plucky lady law enforcement officer team up to fight big conspiracy story, but it was well done with some interesting twists. I liked that the steampunk aesthetic was handled in a background, taken for granted kind of way rather than being all in your face. I also liked that the technology was grubby rather than slick. Not the best film in the world, but well worth watching if you like vampires and/or steampunk. Just don't fret too much about the "science." Seemed a bit like it was made for television, since it had pretty blatant "insert commercial here" moments, though it was a bit too gory for US tv I would think. I wonder if there will be a sequel, since it left the door wide, wide open for one.

Looking forward to Old, Cold & Slow tonight, though I am feeling rather old, cold and slow myself at the moment. I think I am coming down with something. Glad I don't have any performances scheduled this weekend or next weekend. After that things get hectic and sick is not allowed.

Ianto was bouncy and playful this morning, which was great to see because just last night I was thinking about how I hadn't seen him bouncy and playful for a while and perhaps he was just settling down into a quiet life of quiet enjoyments. Sissy was thrilled too.

There are three police cars a few doors down from my office. Maybe somebody has a bullet!