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Stepped on the scale and saw a number starting with 210. I am officially back down to where I was 18 months ago, 37lbs lost so far. Long way still to go but I think I'll make 200lbs by my birthday in a little over a month.

If you want to test your camera for proper focusing, use the method Thom Hogan describes in this article about the D800. While he wrote it specifically about that D800's left focus error issue, it is a very good description of how to properly test a phase-detect system for AF accuracy. http://www.bythom.com/D800autofocus.htm If your camera tests out such that there is a difference between the phase detect and contrast detect (live view) AF, then you either need to try using AF fine tune to get rid of the difference, and the same test setup will allow you to easily dial in the right value. If all of your lenses test out to have a very large offset (say +/-15) that is consistent, then the camera body likely the source of the issues. Also, on these high-end Nikons with many AF sensors, you have to be careful about the AF settings you are using. There are a number of subtle settings that control the AF array, and they can make a critical difference, especially if you are using continuous AF. I recommend reading up on the current Nikon AF systems, either on a Nikon-related forum like FredMiranda or NikonCafe, or the advice of someone like Thom Hogan. If it is not a camera/lens calibration issue, or a camera settings issue, then you might have to start considering the monkey behind the viewfinder.

Thanks for the explanations, all. It is much appreciated. My balanced cable came in and is now connected to my LCD-2s, and I'm enjoying it quite a lot, design issues notwithstanding. Semi-ignorance is bliss?

I like my black bhse. It's purdy. Colin, congrats on the apartment! I learned today that Ivan likes hot fries. What a stupid cat!

Regina Spektor was wonderful. She played every song I wanted her to, and I was surprised how much I wanted to hear "Ballad of a Politician" -- I actually know more words to that song than to any other. I actually breathed a sigh of relief after that song -- the rest of the concert was just gravy, but was no less enjoyable for it. Also: Random Audience Member #1: "I love you!" Random Audience Member #2 from clear across the other side of the auditorium: "I love you more!" Regina: "I love you, Baltimore!" Everyone, together: (groan) Also: Random Audience Member #3: (something, incomprehensible) Regina: "What?" Seriously, she asked the random shouting audience member to repeat themselves.

Mike likes bikes so much that the oppo thread looks like the bike thread to him

Leased an apartment. It will be nice, having about 2.5x the space I have in hoboken.

^Can we expect an Al "Gangnam Style" video, straight from the street?