two more days

Hi Girl,

Thanks for the tip on the Carbon Footprint inclusive receipts. I may consider adding something like that, although the issues behind that pretty complex. The primary bits of information I want to surface are calories and calories from fat; I was really ambitious starting out, but I've discovered I can't add too much. Entering the project into a contest is a really good idea (you has them).

Another good idea is challenging your derailing-train-of-thought teacher. I do something like that sometimes, but I fear going over the top one day. If your classmates catch on and the responsibility is shared, the plan is even better.

I'm home this morning doing laundry so I have clean clothes to carry with me to see you, and might go to school when I'm done (but I don't know yet, there's a lot of melting snow). Only two more days until Portugal days – fun! No word from hotel Belem yet. I'll try again.

On the internship search project, I got a reply from another place in London. I emailed a school alum who works at Samsung Design Europe, and he said they do have a summer internship programme (brit spelling), but that he thinks the application isn't until end of May. That is really odd, so I don't believe it. He said he'd get me some more information. I'll wait. I also have to respond to the other lead I have and mention the need for a visa (I don't think they realize I'll need one). A new batch of emails will be sent today. We'll see what happens. Unfortunately I'll miss a visit to the school from someone at IDEO next Tuesday, but I'll find that person's email to make contact regardless.

About the tax software. It's up to you , but I think since mailing seems fast and reliable, you can save room and just send the papers after. If you decide to bring them, what I'll need is my w2's, 1099's, and a couple more things: A copy I made of an "estimated tax" payment I made in the summer (July or August). It's in the tax folder in the box, and the copy is of the payment stub and check on the same page. The other thing is the set of envelopes (torn open, and with no content), where in the back I write: "Ivan S" (full last name omitted) and a dollar amount. Those are the royalty checks I get a few times a year. There are probably four at most. Thanks for helping with this while I'm away. I know taxes are stressful.

I'll call tonight, or call me whenever you're free and I'll call back.

Love,
-stash

p.s. You signed your last post wih your real name (I've done it before too, but edit it afterwards) :)