Category Archives: My Life

Exciting happenings and various other comments on my thrilling and adventurous life as a computer science student.

JMU CS

I wanted to post a quick shout-out to my alma mater department, Computer Science at James Madison University. They invited me back to be a part of an external review team, which means that I got a chance to visit … Continue reading

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Quick update

Yes, folks, there is life after marriage. After a very nice ceremony and reception, we hung out with friends and family for a day or two and then took a few days’ vacation at an excellent bed & breakfast on … Continue reading

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I’m getting married!

Yes, I’m that geek who pauses for a moment on the morning of his wedding to post on his blog. Hey, at least I didn’t propose over Twitter.

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Fiancée is a beautiful word

Just wanted to announce that I am now engaged to the lovely, gorgeous, and generally amazing Lindsay Walters, whom I have been dating for nearly ten months. I proposed this morning near a beautiful frozen lake in the national park … Continue reading

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End of Summer

So the summer draws to a close. It was quite eventful. Highlights: teaching a class, getting work done on Dyninst, and of course, Lindsay! Classes at Maryland resume tomorrow, and hopefully with them a more regular schedule. Summer is nice, … Continue reading

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More Lightning

In case you found my previous entry a bit vague, today’s item on my Facebook newsfeed may help with its interpretation: “Michael is listed as in a relationship with Lindsay Walters.”

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Awaiting the Thunder

I sought shelter in an earthquake–I was told to stand firm and cling to what I know to be strong, and at the same time to allow the ground to shift under my feet and to follow, even pursue, its … Continue reading

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Still Alive

I’m doing science and I’m still alive! (don’t get it?) Yes, folks, the Free Arrow is still flying true, all evidence to the contrary aside. I’ve been going through one of my “ignore-the-blog” cycles for the past month or two, … Continue reading

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