Dear Laura,
I have a rather major problem. I'm supposed to be the guy who hooks up gadgets in such a manner that it helps the whole Ark. That's not what happens in reality. No matter how often I tell myself I should focus on the important things, my mind gets bored and I wind up focusing on the time wasters such as the Learning Machine. Thus, I ask if there's any way to get myself back on track and focus on the things that matter. Life is short, after all, and I'd hate to simply see it all go to waste.
- Distracted Ettin
Dear Distracted Ettin,
It seems like you're losing interest in your work with gadgets and are looking to learn something new. I think you need more of a challenge to keep you focused! Why not apply for a new position as a gardener? The Desert Terrarium could do with a good sprucing up; there?s always plenty of rocks and sand to sweep up after a volcanic eruption, desert grass to cut and cactus spines to trim. You could even use your mechanical skills to devise some intricate sprinkler systems to combat the drought. The other Ettins will surely love you for the extra food you grow - now that's what I call job satisfaction. 
- Laura