I tried applying at a Piggly Wiggly, just because I need some money and they had a "Now Hiring" sign up.  When I got in and requested an application, they told me they were not hiring right now.  On one hand, I'm too skilled and useful to really work for them anyway, but on the other hand what the heck is going on when you can't even find work at a grocery store?

Anyway, my application is officially being considered for grad school.  I expect to get in;  the director of graduate admissions basically told me I'd get in if I applied, but he did it using the weasely language that covers his ass if something goes wrong.

Saw Dark Spore gameplay video, but my family was aggervating me while I was trying to watch it so I'll go back and see it later when they go to bed.  I think it looks alright;  I liked Sacred, but didn't like Diablo II much.  That sort of game tends to be hit-and-miss with me.