Where In The World Is Sum1?

Hotlanta!

         This week finds me in Atlanta delivering a class for MARTA (Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority).  Even though I've taught this class since 2006, I found it very difficult to deliver this one.  My students had little to no background in Networking, and had a hard time grasping the concepts of TCP/IP, or the operation of the devices (switches& routers).  Okay, now that I've made you all glassy eyed (bored) with that statement, I'll say it was a good class though, and we did get a few things done.  My previous entry here was about Springfield Virginia and the weekend before coming to Atlanta.  My drive back home was good, but very tiring.  I was in the Northern area of Atlanta, spending my evening time in a hotel near the North Perimeter.  Boy, doesn't that sound like I was in a military area of some kind, north perimeter?    So I didn't get to downtown Atlanta proper, but I've been there before, and have come to detest the congestion of driving in a large city, not to mention having to pay for parking (If you can find a place to park that is).  Add to that the crowds, the heat, and other inane things; a small suburb that is not as congested fits me better.  I honestly don't see how someone can live in a large city under those conditions.  Dang, I must be getting old! (er).    So now, home for a week before flying down to Decatur Alabama on Sunday.  Stay cool in the heat and enjoy your summer!  Til then....