Reading: John Fowles, The French Lieutenant's Woman

Viewing: everyone else who already knows how to use the equipment, also "American Pie" and "Better Than Chocolate"

Moving: first and pathetic workout

Learning: I'm not a Labrador Retriever

12 January 2000: Cocker Spaniel???

I'm a cocker spaniel. This hurts, though not as much as being a Pekingese would.

"You are most like a COCKER SPANIEL. You are probably characterized by a sweet and energetic demeanor. You have a natural ability to attract attention just by being your flirtatious and outgoing self. Most likely, you have a subtle way of charming people by demonstrating your friendly and well-rounded personality. In fact, it is very difficult for people not to take a liking to you. You are a pleasure to be around, and your attractive yet humble ways make you a popular and admired person."

I took it again (15 January). Today I'm an Irish Setter. That's better.

"You are most like an IRISH SETTER. You are a fun-loving breed with a devil-may-care attitude toward life. Your refreshing outlook endears you to your close friends and many acquaintances. They love having you around because your light-hearted nature, entertaining wit, and nose for fun can enliven any social situation. You are interested in and excited about many different things. Such varied interests make you a well-rounded individual but they may also create a tendency towards distraction. You are one of the lucky dogs who will always be a kid at heart!"