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Finished reading out loud the book Flaubert's Parrot. It is an amazing piece of writing. Julian Barnes, the author, presents a novel-like ramble through a lot of Flaubert's life and letters. It is a bio-novel that is more entertaining, and thought-provoking, than mere historical details.

I watched a mystery movie tonight: Point Blank. It is a story about a criminal who takes on a host of underworld characters to avenge a double-cross that almost killed him. It is a tale of a somewhat perverse Robin Hood who takes from the rich because it's his rightful share. The film was directed by Boorman (Deliverance) and has some plot and action twists and turns that left me wondering what had just happened. It is surprising that the studio ever let the movie go with the director's cut. To their (and others) surprise, it is a classic, as is.

PD dance and weight training in the morrow. And, an acupressure session to top things off. Resisted getting a dose of caffeine earlier today. Felt like I needed one but didn't go for any. I think I need some restful sleep tonight.