If I can speak cryptically for a moment, I think one thing I've learned recently is that while sometimes failing at something is just, y'know, failing, sometimes you can actually learn things. Given some time and distance, you might understand why you failed. And, maybe, thru some fluke-y set of circumstances, you might get the chance to try again. A bit of perspective, a bit of applied effort, a few sleepless nights... who knows? The second time around might go a lot better. (those who know what I'm talking about will understand... if anyone else cares, I can elaborate in a non-blogging format)

It's cool when things work out like that.

Here's a coupla random bits o' funny:
Wil Wheaton's still blogging the WSOP (now with bonus crayon eating)

Mike Nelson takes it to the next level, where MST3K meets podcasting

(and, of course, any day that includes free cake is a good day)