I have coded multithreaded recursive Windows command scripts which call other multithreaded recursive Windows command scripts which then call Ant scripts. I have caused Window scripts to execute code on Linux servers. Further, I have exhibited pride about these actions. What shall my penance be, O supreme release engineer deity?

combat boots

A properly broken-in pair of combat boots are the most comfortable footwear I’ve ever owned. I’ve had a pair or two ever since getting out of the Army.

blue jeans
Why does anyone wear jeans? They’re comfortable, casual and look good. With the combat boots (see above) and a dark sweater I’m ready for work or nearly anything else.

Matzo ball soup, from Max’s, is what I request every time I’m sick, and it almost always works. Huge matzo ball in the best chicken soup ever.

Ask me to drive cross-country and this is what you get.

This is not actually the route I'd pick, though it is what you get if you ask Google for "Palo Alto to New York" without any specifications. I'd probably stick with the suggested route early on, through Tahoe and Reno, and then branch off the Interstate a bit.

cat food

With three cats, always hungry all the time, we need to keep a lot of cat food (both canned and dry) on hand. We stock up at Pet Club whenever there’s a sale on cans, almost always the 3 oz. Nutro Max Cat in various flavors.

Aussie cookies / Aussie bites

Aussie bites or Aussie cookies are tasty, energy-rich little morsels which are just right for a quick breakfast with some coffee or a protein shake.