Spent the whole day, once again, on the system design for this revamped architecture for recording cases of infectious disease. Testing with examples has revealed more complexity and the need to incorporate more flexibility. There is always a balance to be struck between rigour of design and ease of use. Making something logically complete can render it impossible to use. On the other hand, use too simple a design and you lose data integrity. I'm still trying to find the right balance.
Took No.2 son to Elland Road tonight to watch Leeds play Crystal Palace (my childhood team) in what I still call the League Cup, but not before getting out for a run in order to clear my head. Took off at a good pace to Silver Wells, turning just before the Swastika Stone and returning via White Wells, a bit over 4 miles. The legs still felt a little sore from Saturday but I felt strong enough nonetheless. Only left 15 mins between getting back and heading out on the train, enabling me to wind my lad up somewhat with a distinct lack of urgency. He hates that!
I have to admit that I wasn't really up for this tonight. I find it hard to embrace football while the cricket season is still going on, even when the weather is more suitable - which it has for the best part of the whole summer! I was still in systems design mode and spent much of the first half with pen and paper in hand, and only half an eye on the football. However, by the end of the second half I was becoming more and more tuned into the game because Leeds were playing some really good football. And I discovered where my allegiance truly lies these days ... much to the delight of No.2 son. In the end, Leeds ran away rampant 4-0 winners and the margin could easily have been greater. It was an impressive display. If they get a home draw looks like I'll be dragged back to watch the next round. I might actually look forward to that.
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