My MacBook Can’t Swim

One week ago, the water bottle in my bag leaked.  My bag was in the back seat on its side, with my MacBook on the bottom.  It stayed there all morning, while I attended a half day conference.  When I got back to the office, I pulled out my MacBook… and it was dripping wet!

So, said MacBook is now in the shop being repaired.  Needless to say, this has crimped my style, more than just a little.  But, it has not all been without merit.  This experience has proven out several universal truths:

1. Macs rule! Ok, so my MacBook can’t swim.  But it still has the best operating system and user interface available today.  The loaner laptop I’m using is running Windows (I’m not specifying version, because it doesn’t really matter…they are all lame, IMHO), and I’m reminded just how much clunkier everything seems to be in PC-land.  I’m infinitely grateful to have a loaner to use during this period of mourning, but it makes me miss my MacBook even more.
2. Technology is addictive. I love technology.  The more the merrier.  I have infused ever increasing amounts of technology in my life, becoming increasingly more dependent year after year.  Being without my MacBook has been really tough.  I have been experiencing serious withdrawal.  The only thing that keeps me from curling up into the fetal position is being able to stare lovingly at my amazing iPhone (another great Apple product).  It calms me.
3. Water and technology don’t mix. One leaky water bottle transformed my MacBook into a gurgling mess.  Never again will a liquid of any kind find its way into my bag.

Oh well, this too shall pass.  In a few days I’ll have my MacBook back, all restored to its former glory.  And I shall revel in the joy of my technology once more.