Pretty broke today, and rent is due. Still, momentary problems pale in insignificance compared to the prospect of “going home,” even if it is only for six or seven months.
In the meantime, a lot of reading left today. This week has been Saul Bellow week. Why haven’t I read any before? Dense, thoughtful, well constructed, readable. Really accomplished writing. Also, in an entirely different vein, but equally good, Banana Yoshimoto.
I’m sorry if I’m a little dull right now. A plethora of local characters are returning in no time, so I’m sure the action will pick up soon.
Got to get home quick to see Amir Khan do his thing.
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have you set a date for your return?
End of next month, probably around the 25th or so.
I don’t know you, but I think I like you when you’re “dull”.
Aw thanks.
no, don’t go on the 25th, i will be coming to prague on the 25th! on thursday in the eye or clown and bard or wherever in zizkov! i will see you there, james. ta ra, jan
Hm, maybe can stay til 27th, 28th?