As I type this, an upholstered creature squats behind me, spreading over half of my living room. No, Goblin did not get a new dress; my new sofa was delivered this morning. My first impression was that it is so big! But actually, the room is just small, something I never before noticed, since it never had any furniture in it. It is not quite as I imagined, but I suppose nothing ever is.

By the strangest coincidence, another important delivery is occurring today. No, Goblin is not having puppies; my new computer is coming by FedEx. Not just any computer, the Macintosh G5 dual 2.0 Ghz, currently the most powerful computer in the world and certain to become my new best friend.

When Rob comes in tonight, he will find me and G5 sprawled on the new sofa in our underwear, a bowl of popcorn between us, watching “The West Wing.” Or maybe porn. I’ll let G5 decide when he gets here.

Update: It was "Judge Judy."