I work in IT in healthcare at an epic shop, and everyone I’ve ever talked to that has either worked at or knows someone who works at epic says it’s a meat grinder. They seem to like young staff that they can work long hours for several years, so may want to ask around to see if their work culture is for you.

Also, if I was looking for rewarding programming work, an EMR would not be where I’d look for many reasons.

I know some swear by the travel bidet (not for everyone), but for the masses, a pack of biodegradable “flushable” wipes are a great addition to your toiletry kit. Just one or 2 after you’re done with all of your other business leaves you nice and fresh for the day and can bury them if you’re backpacking.

Tree of Life

Arrival

Basketball: sooo boring but if you made it like street hoops…

150% on real parm.

I’d also argue for getting whole chickens (and spring for the nicer ones too). Roast it, pull off the breasts and eat those, eat the drumsticks if you enjoy them, or use the entire rest of the carcass for making really good stock.

Yep. Read “Extra Virginity” and you’ll likely never buy imported EVO again.

“Just jenkin it.”

• Cyril Figgis