Since I’m fairly new to the world of Mac, I got to participate in my first video iChat ever this week. This ruled, because while I can officially say it was done to facilitate the need for face-to-face communication while working remotely, it was really just an excuse to play to my inner camgirl.

One thing I didn’t realize is how distracted I would be that my own image was in a corner — not so much because of vanity as much as it is being self-conscious. Does my face really look like that? Goddammit, am I gaining weight again? So while my co-workers are talking about deadlines and priorities, I’m trying ever-so-quietly to turn the laptop so it shows the side where I have the least amount of chins. I’m sure the novelty will wear off and I’ll get over it; that, or I’ll buy a backdrop.

(And yes, you might be interested to know that this is exactly how we look during development meetings. We’re a wacky bunch.)