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janradder ([personal profile] janradder) wrote2009-01-01 10:21 pm
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Because I am insane

And, because the E and A on our keyboard was sticking, I decided to take it apart tonight and give it a thorough cleaning. Two and a half hours later, after cleaning each nook and cranny and key with rubbing alcohol and a Q-tip, the keyboard is shiny and new and works like a dream. And in spite of the length of time it took, it was a hell of a lot easier than taking apart the Mighty Mouse and cleaning it out like I did about a month ago.

[identity profile] glamberson.livejournal.com 2009-01-02 04:56 am (UTC)(link)
Because I am inspired to do the same thing.

[identity profile] janradder.livejournal.com 2009-01-02 03:42 pm (UTC)(link)
It was completely time-consuming and insane but totally worth it.

Re: You are not alone.

[identity profile] janradder.livejournal.com 2009-01-02 03:59 pm (UTC)(link)
I knew someone on my f-list had taken apart their keyboard but I couldn't remember who. Yours looks like it was a lot more difficult to reassemble than mine was. All I had to do was pop out the keys. I didn't have all the little screws and plastic circles and stuff. It's amazing how much crap can get into a keyboard, though.

[identity profile] xjenavivex.livejournal.com 2009-01-02 03:41 pm (UTC)(link)
One key for each of the boys. Good morning and happy new year! You haven't mentioned writing lately. How is that coming these days?

[identity profile] janradder.livejournal.com 2009-01-02 04:02 pm (UTC)(link)
I hadn't even thought of that (the keys corresponding with the boys).

I haven't been able to write at all last month because of all the Christmas preparations I had. The break has given me a chance to think about what I need to do, writing-wise, though and I'll be starting on the third draft this Monday, when Éiden and Arie start school again.

[identity profile] xjenavivex.livejournal.com 2009-01-02 04:03 pm (UTC)(link)
Good luck with the draft. I can't wait to hear about it along with everything else. I wish you guys the best year yet.

[identity profile] janradder.livejournal.com 2009-01-02 04:14 pm (UTC)(link)
Thanks -- you too!

[identity profile] dryadjuna.livejournal.com 2009-01-02 05:40 pm (UTC)(link)
Ooo that sounds so satisfying!!

Just like balancing a checkbook :) :P

[identity profile] janradder.livejournal.com 2009-01-02 07:07 pm (UTC)(link)
It actually was really satisfying in an OCD kind of way (and sooo not like balancing a checkbook. :P)