The Z12 looks like a more modern version of my Z610. The optical drive actually can be replaced with an extra hard drive??

Out of curiosity, what's your laptop model? I have a VAIO Z610 (13") which is light yet powerful enough and has a dedicated video card if I want to power an external screen.

As they say, there's only two types of motorcycle riders: those who dropped their bikes, and those who will :)

Back in my youth I rode motorcycles (Ninja 250->6E->6R) and I had a slight mishap where I had a hairline crack on my foot (granted, could've possibly have been avoided had I been wearing motorcycle boots, but, not always practical). I took it as a sign from the heavens to hang up my leathers. City riding in SF is nuts!

I wonder if there's any value in acting like you *don't* know this person is famous, or does not know what they are famous for/or don't know their body of work. Would this be detractful from establishing a connection with said famous persons?