Go into field to do some baiting (=tuna) to look at ant activity and their behavior, i.e. fighting. Good: Skype in morn. Bad: Toaster ate crappy bread, someone stole my egg order. Good: Meet up with field assistants on time. Bad: Vehicle has flat tire. Good: Fastest tire change I’ve ever witnessed. Bad: Field assistant can’t drive. Good: I managed to drive a standard without crashing or stalling. Bad: In field, can’t find assistant at designated meeting location. Good: I get more driving practice, he wasn’t gored by a buffalo, and we up finding each other.

Relax a bit after lunch and finish reading “A Primate’s Memoir.” Highly recommended. Figure out research permit details and do a little office work.

Knees feeling better but looking worse.