Got back from the ENT doctor

Well, the part of my ear that he can see is just fine. I'm being sent for an MRI to take a look at my inner ear so as to rule out accoustic neuromas. I'll also be returning to his office at some point to have my balance tested.

There is presently no current explanation for the speech/cognitive issues that I had last week. I may be seeing a neurologist in the future about this.

Between the ER trip and the MRI, the total cost of the medical procedures done on me will likely be more than I paid in premiums to keep my health insurance active through COBRA. The moral of the story is: keep your health insurance, no matter the cost!

Weekend and USB Memory sticks

Since my head issues cleared up on Friday night, I ended up having a pretty good weekend. I did lots of laundry, paid my bills for the month, and entertained omnibahumut on Saturday evening with episodes of House M.D. and the first season of Drawn Together. I am not sure if he has fully recovered from the latter, though. ;-)

And the weather here. It. Kicked. Ass. It was about 30 with a light wind and quite sunny.


Now, on the subject of USB memory sticks, I'm thinking of getting one. It'd make it easy for me to carry files around without having to burn a CD every time I want to do so. Since I have never bought a memory stick before, does anyone have any suggestions? Specifically stuff along the lines of:

• Companies to buy from/avoid?
  
• Any "gotchas" regarding the technology that I should be aware of?
  
• Any "sweet spots" regarding the price/capacity curve?
  

I haven't decided on a size. I think anywhere between 256 Megs and a Gig should suit my needs. Pointers to FAQs are also welcome. Thanks!