In saying 'doing time' I meant overtime at work! I won't be in jail over new year's or anything, although if it weren't for the extra pay it would feel like I am.

Hmm.. there's always Blu-ray versions; just got a player for an early Christmas present. But it really isn't necessary.

Yeah, I'm losing my job. Construction going down the tubes mean that the suppliers (our clients) start dropping demand for my services, so the company had to let me go. I'm a bit stressed out, but really shouldn't worry too much in reality, at least not yet. They will be coming to me on a contractual basis in the future, so going freelance might be an option (an ideal one if I can work part time and get enough to pay the bills, leaving me more time to study and develop new skills). Plus I should be able to get a job in just about any IT position locally (or nationally if I want to move).