Ritalin and the Guide

Took my first doses of Ritalin at noon and 4 pm yesterday -- 10 mg total. No real effect that I noticed (which is something of a relief, since I was afraid I'd be bouncing off the walls). Ah, well, perhaps it's cumulative. I just took my 1 pm dose today, so we'll see how I feel in a few hours.

Went to see "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy" last night with John and Susan. Hmmm, pleasantly surprised. Rating: 7/10. It had some major structural problems and left out a lot of really cool stuff from the original source material, but there were enough laugh-out-loud moments to make it an enjoyable viewing experience.

After the movie, dinner at Pasta La Vista. My meal: Brie-stuffed chicken with garlic mashed potatoes, grilled red peppers, and spaghetti squash, followed by half a bowl of ice cream. I blew my carbs, but not by too much, and the overall gourmet dining experience was worth it. The service was five-star, friendly and attentive. Definitely a restaurant I'd visit again.

( Girl Genius wangsting )

So, off to paint more. Maybe there is some effect from the Ritalin, after all, because the thought of tackling it doesn't reduce me to tears.