winter school in sheffield

Last week I went to a winter school on data modeling in Sheffield. Sheffield looks much more like an "English" city than Cambridge—less touristy, more British-style Victorian-age buildings. Apart from interesting lectures I met a bunch of nice people from England. During this week I gathered some ideas how to improve the stuff I need for my daily work.

orchestra revisited

Sunday I went to an orchestra again to reactivate my violin skills. Was really cool. However, after 2 years of not unpacking the instrument the practice was rather exhausting.

puncture month

Unbelievable how unlucky I'm with my (new) bike this month. I got already the 5th puncture since 31 December—it's just two weeks! Probably I spent already as much money for repairs as for the bike itself. I hope today it's the last time!

visitors in cambridge

From end of December to today there have been two friends visiting: Hiroto and Hannes from Tübingen. Hiroto just came over for new year whereas Hannes came to work with our supervisor. Great times—although New Year in Cambridge is probably the most boring event ever: nothing's going on, many places are closed. However, we had a very nice time here (at least I think so). Hannes came just after Hiroto has left—and brought sun to England. Best weather to do sightseeing in Cambridge and London!