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I’ve decided that I want to learn a “speed solving” algorithm for the Rubik’s Cube.

I already know a pretty easy-to-memorize algorithm that takes about a minute to two minutes to solve pending how much work needs to be done at each “step”. For whatever reason, I enjoy solving it – even if it’s very predictable and it’s only a minute’s worth of work. It’s not uncommon for me to randomize and resolve a cube as soon as it’s solved from the previous pass.

Clearly a heavy dose of Geek + OCD going on here.

Since I haven’t been challenged at solving a cube in a while, I want to learn something that’ll make me have to think for a change. I don’t really have the desire to be one of those crazy people that can solve a cube in 10 seconds flat (the current world record is actually less than 10 seconds – which just blows my mind!), I just want to have to think about what I’m doing moreso than I have to now. Plus it’d be pretty neat to be able to solve a cube around 30 seconds – which would be a 50-75% reduction in time given where I’m at now.

And yes – this is what I’ve done with my Saturday evening. I’m that cool.

I think I’m going to finally see Watchmen tomorrow – which I’m rather excited about. Put it off for too long!

With the weather finally becoming bearable, I’m getting motivated to get outside and start taking photos again. Time to stretch and shake off the winter hibernation I’ve been in. Can’t let the slump linger – spring is just a week away!