The never covered 'comfort' at MIT.
I just learned that my old roommate reads my blog. And likes it. I'm so happy about this! She rules. And it gives me all the excuse I need to make fun of her publicly. She was without a doubt the most eccentric roommate I've ever had. A masters MIT electrical engineering graduate. Classical pianist. Scary smart. Made buckets of $. I think that's actually how she took the money home too, in buckets, because she is without question the least materialistic person I have ever met. How unmaterialistic?
She didn't have a car for the first two years she lived in Southern California. I know of homeless people in SoCal who own cars. It's a culture here. But that's the least of it.
She has never owned a bed.
Never.
Blankets. Floor.
I'm not kidding about this either. Floor. She didn't even have anything as luxurious as a "chair." She did have a pile of books taller than she was and about four cinder blocks (which remain in my back yard, thanks Chris).
Christine, you are a nut, but I love you. Your room is open. Come back anytime you like. Just bring a bed this time. You're pushing 30. And dammit girl, you can afford it. Trust me. It's better.
Comments
Ohhh, I always need a bed! I tried the floor thing once and it's not as fun as it used to be. Damn even the rug burns wouldn't hurt as much as the sleeping did!
Posted by: Kim | January 22, 2004 02:39 AM
But academics have a secret obsession - ok, not so secret - with books. That's where all the money goes.
I do have a bed though, I mean, come on honey, get a bed!
Posted by: cassie | January 22, 2004 05:12 AM
I recently learned that my ex in West Hollywood has also somehow found my blog. That was a weird sensation finding that out, after going to many lengths to ensure he couldn't find it (Including changing the domain name, of course!)
On the other hand, it is comforting to know that many of your friends and family can keep up to date with you and your life by simply clicking on a favourite list item.
Your friend Christine sounds like an amazing person...
Tanya
Posted by: NetChick | January 22, 2004 11:50 AM
NO BED????? What????? That's about the craziest thing I've ever heard of! I'm sure you have more stories Jimbo. This girl must have millions just sitting in her bank account. Or does she give it all to charity? If so, sign me up!
Posted by: Appleshell | January 22, 2004 01:36 PM