Full of chili dogs and Cinabun rolls we left Chicago ... dragging Wild Mom from a sweet talking vendor. Like yesterday's train ... this one was full too. By Kansas City we were already 30 minutes late. Dinner was good and of course Wild Mom got onto the wait staff. With the train being full ... there were no sleepers available. But the coach seats are big and comfortable ... so it will be tolerable. There has been plenty of wild life to observe both in and out of the train. What a few beers will do to a perfectly normal (?) person. Don't sweat ... it isn't Wild Mom and her Long Island Ice Teas. Getting bumpy and dark ... until tomorrow ... we love you all.
Wild Mom buys craft stuff at every stop. Time to buy another suitcase.
Top Speed: 92
Wednesday, March 19, 2008
Tuesday, March 18, 2008
Most Excellent Adventure - Day 1
The adventure begins. Just getting to the train station was fun. We sat through two different traffic backups plus a side trip to Sterling. The train left on time but immediately got behind. First for a generator that wouldn't stay on line and then some guy who hit a lady. We had to wait for the paramedics to show up. So we were 90 minutes late and never made it up. Arrival in Chicago was uneventful. Good thing we didn't head south from Chicago ... the train track was washed out and under water south of St. Louis.
Wild Mom is flirting away with anyone that talks sweet. She gets a bit feisty when the waiters get slack.
Top Speed: 65
Wild Mom is flirting away with anyone that talks sweet. She gets a bit feisty when the waiters get slack.
Top Speed: 65
Tuesday, March 11, 2008
Strike!
Well, all reservations are made and everything is ready for New Mexico. Wild Mom arrives on Thursday and we leave the following Tuesday. Lady is deeply involved with the candy Easter Egg project at church ... they are very good and loaded with calories but also a lot of work. Work is the same but tolerable since I know I have a break coming up. The kids bowling is going well as they hang onto 3rd place. The adult league in the evening is challenging. We are tied for 4th. This week we went 5-2 and it took everything we had. I averaged 207, Pete averaged 208 and George averaged 204 and we just squeaked by a crew of 140-150 average bowlers. They were hot and almost caught us. I was very happy because with one week to New Mexico, I finally bowled like I wanted too and to the level I know I am capable of. I need to start figuring out what kid I will bowl with for the next league. I doubt I will bowl with the current one again. Some kids will listen and want to learn. This one loves to argue and doesn't learn. So the search begins again since it is still 4-5 years before Punk is ready to bowl in a league. The guest room is finished for the time being. The walls are painted (sea foam green) and the trim and doors is what is left. But that will be a project for another time.
Peanut continues to get bigger ... only about 6 weeks till the wee lad pops out. Gee, in 2017 I will be able to bowl with him.
#1 is ready for Virginia but has to wait for the lease to run out in June. Who knows maybe he isn't too rusty to bowl with us once again. But then again, that is what handicap is for ... to compensate for his inability to keep up the pace. :)
#2 is still looking.
Punk and Lil Princess didn't make it over this weekend because of our hectic schedule. I am suffering from withdrawal. I wonder if I need to pay them to show up this week? Oh, Lil Princess overcame her virus and is doing well ... she even managed to let mommy have a taste of it. How Sweet!
Peanut continues to get bigger ... only about 6 weeks till the wee lad pops out. Gee, in 2017 I will be able to bowl with him.
#1 is ready for Virginia but has to wait for the lease to run out in June. Who knows maybe he isn't too rusty to bowl with us once again. But then again, that is what handicap is for ... to compensate for his inability to keep up the pace. :)
#2 is still looking.
Punk and Lil Princess didn't make it over this weekend because of our hectic schedule. I am suffering from withdrawal. I wonder if I need to pay them to show up this week? Oh, Lil Princess overcame her virus and is doing well ... she even managed to let mommy have a taste of it. How Sweet!
Saturday, March 08, 2008
Points to Ponder
HERE IS AN EYE OPENER TO START OFF YOUR DAY OR PERHAPS STIMULATE A BIT OF INTELLECTUAL PONDERING ... CAN A MUSLIM BE A MUSLIM-AMERICAN?
HAVE YOU EVER THOUGHT --
IF YOU FIND YOURSELF INTELLECTUALLY IN AGREEMENT WITH THE ABOVE STATEMENTS, PERHAPS YOU WILL SHARE THIS WITH YOUR FRIENDS. THE MORE WHO UNDERSTAND THIS, THE BETTER IT WILL BE ... FOR THE RELIGIOUS WAR IS BIGGER AND MORE COMPLEX THAN MOST AMERICANS CURRENTLY KNOW OR UNDERSTAND.
BARACK HUSSEIN OBAMA, A MAN WITH A MUSLIM UPBRINGING, WANTS TO BE OUR PRESIDENT ... "I THINK SOME RED FLAGS ARE GOING UP HERE"?
HAVE YOU EVER THOUGHT --
- IS MUSLIM-AMERICAN REALLY AN OXYMORON?
- CAN A DEVOUT MUSLIM BE AN AMERICAN PATRIOT AND A LOYAL CITIZEN?
- THEOLOGICALLY - NO.
- BECAUSE HIS ALLEGIANCE IS TO ALLAH, THE MOON GOD OF ARABIA.
- RELIGIOUSLY - NO.
- BECAUSE NO OTHER RELIGION IS ACCEPTED BY HIS ALLAH EXCEPT ISLAM (QURAN, 2:256)
- SCRIPTURALLY - NO.
- BECAUSE HIS ALLEGIANCE IS TO THE FIVE PILLARS OF ISLAM AND THE QURAN (KORAN).
- GEOGRAPHICALLY - NO.
- BECAUSE HIS ALLEGIANCE IS TO MECCA, TO WHICH HE TURNS IN PRAYER FIVE TIMES A DAY.
- SOCIALLY - NO.
- BECAUSE HIS ALLEGIANCE TO ISLAM FORBIDS HIM TO MAKE FRIENDS WITH CHRISTIANS OR JEWS.
- POLITICALLY - NO.
- BECAUSE HE MUST SUBMIT TO THE MULLAH (SPIRITUAL LEADERS), WHO TEACH ANNIHILATION OF ISRAEL AND DESTRUCTION OF AMERICA , THE GREAT SATAN.
- DOMESTICALLY - NO.
- BECAUSE HE IS INSTRUCTED TO MARRY FOUR WOMEN AND BEAT AND SCOURGE HIS WIFE WHEN SHE DISOBEYS HIM (QURAN 4:34).
- INTELLECTUALLY - NO.
- BECAUSE HE CANNOT ACCEPT THE AMERICAN CONSTITUTION SINCE IT IS BASED ON BIBLICAL PRINCIPLES AND HE BELIEVES THE BIBLE TO BE CORRUPT.
- PHILOSOPHICALLY - NO.
- BECAUSE ISLAM, MUHAMMAD, AND THE QURAN DO NOT ALLOW FREEDOM OF RELIGION AND EXPRESSION. DEMOCRACY AND ISLAM CANNOT CO-EXIST.
- EVERY MUSLIM GOVERNMENT IS EITHER DICTATORIAL OR AUTOCRATIC.
- SPIRITUALLY - NO.
- BECAUSE WHEN WE DECLARE "ONE NATION UNDER GOD", THE CHRISTIAN'S GOD IS LOVING AND KIND, WHILE ALLAH IS NEVER REFERRED TO AS HEAVENLY FATHER, NOR IS HE EVER CALLED LOVE IN THE QURAN'S 99 EXCELLENT NAMES.
IF YOU FIND YOURSELF INTELLECTUALLY IN AGREEMENT WITH THE ABOVE STATEMENTS, PERHAPS YOU WILL SHARE THIS WITH YOUR FRIENDS. THE MORE WHO UNDERSTAND THIS, THE BETTER IT WILL BE ... FOR THE RELIGIOUS WAR IS BIGGER AND MORE COMPLEX THAN MOST AMERICANS CURRENTLY KNOW OR UNDERSTAND.
BARACK HUSSEIN OBAMA, A MAN WITH A MUSLIM UPBRINGING, WANTS TO BE OUR PRESIDENT ... "I THINK SOME RED FLAGS ARE GOING UP HERE"?
Tuesday, March 04, 2008
Decisions!
I just love this time to year. My sinuses stay screwed up all the time. Maybe I should move to the South Pole ... there it is cold all year around. Not much happening except for work. Tomorrow I get to come in early to move computers since the sales manager decided to play musical chairs with the sales offices. Not that we have enough work as it is ... let's screw engineering with more work.
Wild Mom is getting excited about New Mexico in a few weeks. She just returned from the Western Caribbean where she had a blast on a cruise line not to take ... Holiday Cruise Line. Now we just have to find her a cruise partner for the January trip.
Lady is working and having fun as tax season approaches. She is ready for another vacation going anywhere. We are still figuring how to get her to New Mexico this month. Next week she will be busy making Easter Eggs for the church. The coconut ones are the best! It is like having a Almond Joy that weighs almost a pound.
#1 is planning and working. It looks like he will come back to Virginia this summer. I guess he misses the butt whippings on the Bowling Alley that I use to give him.
#2 is hoping today he gets notified he was selected for another job. He is finding that having no money sucks. It seems all his girl friends are high maintenance and have expensive tastes.
Punk and Lil Princess are a blast. However, Lil Princess had a virus this weekend and had to visit the doctor, so her stay was very short. However, Punk made up for her. They grow so fast ... I wonder if there is a slow down pill available?
Tired of the elections yet? I am. Lets get down to the real thing and quit all this posturing. Look at all the money that is wasted doing this. We could feed a lot of people by skipping all these Primaries and Caucasus's.
Tough decisions to make now that Spring is here ...
Baseball is almost here ... once again. Will the Nationals win or just participate?
Bye Brett Favre ... thanks for everything.
Hey, Clemens ... only a few more weeks to get pumped up ... if you need help Juicer Bonds can help you.
Wild Mom is getting excited about New Mexico in a few weeks. She just returned from the Western Caribbean where she had a blast on a cruise line not to take ... Holiday Cruise Line. Now we just have to find her a cruise partner for the January trip.
Lady is working and having fun as tax season approaches. She is ready for another vacation going anywhere. We are still figuring how to get her to New Mexico this month. Next week she will be busy making Easter Eggs for the church. The coconut ones are the best! It is like having a Almond Joy that weighs almost a pound.
#1 is planning and working. It looks like he will come back to Virginia this summer. I guess he misses the butt whippings on the Bowling Alley that I use to give him.
#2 is hoping today he gets notified he was selected for another job. He is finding that having no money sucks. It seems all his girl friends are high maintenance and have expensive tastes.
Punk and Lil Princess are a blast. However, Lil Princess had a virus this weekend and had to visit the doctor, so her stay was very short. However, Punk made up for her. They grow so fast ... I wonder if there is a slow down pill available?
Tired of the elections yet? I am. Lets get down to the real thing and quit all this posturing. Look at all the money that is wasted doing this. We could feed a lot of people by skipping all these Primaries and Caucasus's.
Tough decisions to make now that Spring is here ...
- Do I fertilize the grass? How much mowing do I want to do is the question.
- Work hard and plant expensive flowers or just let the free weeds grow.
- Wash the windows clean and let more blinding sunlight in ... or leave them dirty as a natural sunshade.
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Baseball is almost here ... once again. Will the Nationals win or just participate?
Bye Brett Favre ... thanks for everything.
Hey, Clemens ... only a few more weeks to get pumped up ... if you need help Juicer Bonds can help you.
Thursday, February 28, 2008
What My Mother Taught Me.
A friend sent this to me and boy does it bring back the memories ....
1. My mother taught me TO APPRECIATE A JOB WELL DONE.
"If you're going to kill each other, do it outside. I just finished cleaning."
2. My mother taught me RELIGION.
"You better pray that will come out of the carpet."
3. My mother taught me about TIME TRAVEL.
"If you don't straighten up, I'm going to knock you into the middle of next week!"
4. My mother taught me LOGIC
" Because I said so, that's why."
5. My mother taught me MORE LOGIC.
"If you fall out of that swing and break your neck, you're not going to the store with me."
6. My mother taught me FORESIGHT.
"Make sure you wear clean underwear, in case you're in an accident."
7. My mother taught me IRONY.
"Keep crying, and I'll give you something to cry about."
8. My mother taught me about the science of OSMOSIS .
"Shut your mouth and eat your supper."
9. My mother taught me about CONTORTIONISM.
"Will you look at that dirt on the back of your neck!"
10. My mother taught me about STAMINA.
"You'll sit there until all that spinach is gone."
11. My mother taught me about WEATHER.
"This room of yours looks as if a tornado went through it."
12. My mother taught me about HYPOCRISY
"If I told you once, I've told you a million times. Don't exaggerate!"
13. My mother taught me the CIRCLE OF LIFE .
"I brought you into this world, and I can take you out."
14. My mother taught me about BEHAVIOR MODIFICATION .
"Stop acting like your father!"
15. My mother taught me about ENVY.
"There are millions of less fortunate children in this world who don't have wonderful parents like you do."
16. My mother taught me about ANTICIPATION
"Just wait until we get home."
17. My mother taught me about RECEIVING
"You are going to get it when you get home!"
18. My mother taught me MEDICAL SCIENCE.
"If you don't stop crossing your eyes, they are going to get stuck that way."
19. My mother taught me ESP .
"Put your sweater on; don't you think I know when you are cold?"
20. My mother taught me HUMOR .
"When that lawn mower cuts off your toes, don't come running to me"
21. My mother taught me HOW TO BECOME AN ADULT.
"If you don't eat your vegetables, you'll never grow up."
22. My mother taught me GENETICS.
"You're just like your father."
23. My mother taught me about my ROOTS.
"Shut that door behind you. Do you think you were born in a barn?"
24. WISDOM.
"When you get to be my age, you'll understand."
25. My mother taught me about JUSTICE .
"One day you'll have kids, and I hope they turn out just like you"
That's why MOTHERS RULE!
1. My mother taught me TO APPRECIATE A JOB WELL DONE.
"If you're going to kill each other, do it outside. I just finished cleaning."
2. My mother taught me RELIGION.
"You better pray that will come out of the carpet."
3. My mother taught me about TIME TRAVEL.
"If you don't straighten up, I'm going to knock you into the middle of next week!"
4. My mother taught me LOGIC
" Because I said so, that's why."
5. My mother taught me MORE LOGIC.
"If you fall out of that swing and break your neck, you're not going to the store with me."
6. My mother taught me FORESIGHT.
"Make sure you wear clean underwear, in case you're in an accident."
7. My mother taught me IRONY.
"Keep crying, and I'll give you something to cry about."
8. My mother taught me about the science of OSMOSIS .
"Shut your mouth and eat your supper."
9. My mother taught me about CONTORTIONISM.
"Will you look at that dirt on the back of your neck!"
10. My mother taught me about STAMINA.
"You'll sit there until all that spinach is gone."
11. My mother taught me about WEATHER.
"This room of yours looks as if a tornado went through it."
12. My mother taught me about HYPOCRISY
"If I told you once, I've told you a million times. Don't exaggerate!"
13. My mother taught me the CIRCLE OF LIFE .
"I brought you into this world, and I can take you out."
14. My mother taught me about BEHAVIOR MODIFICATION .
"Stop acting like your father!"
15. My mother taught me about ENVY.
"There are millions of less fortunate children in this world who don't have wonderful parents like you do."
16. My mother taught me about ANTICIPATION
"Just wait until we get home."
17. My mother taught me about RECEIVING
"You are going to get it when you get home!"
18. My mother taught me MEDICAL SCIENCE.
"If you don't stop crossing your eyes, they are going to get stuck that way."
19. My mother taught me ESP .
"Put your sweater on; don't you think I know when you are cold?"
20. My mother taught me HUMOR .
"When that lawn mower cuts off your toes, don't come running to me"
21. My mother taught me HOW TO BECOME AN ADULT.
"If you don't eat your vegetables, you'll never grow up."
22. My mother taught me GENETICS.
"You're just like your father."
23. My mother taught me about my ROOTS.
"Shut that door behind you. Do you think you were born in a barn?"
24. WISDOM.
"When you get to be my age, you'll understand."
25. My mother taught me about JUSTICE .
"One day you'll have kids, and I hope they turn out just like you"
That's why MOTHERS RULE!
Monday, February 25, 2008
Another Month slowly Passes by
Well, another weekend fades into the sunset. The weekend started with a food fest at the Chinese Restaurant on Saturday night. We wound up bringing quite a bit home, to which it was consumed on Sunday. Saturday was spent fixing computers, cars, and playing with the kids. One salesman pitched us to refinance the house but I think it fell a little short. We will know more this week and make a final decision. More free money means more cruises. Sunday was the normal ... church and bowling. This Sunday was a Law and Order SVU marathon and several of the shows sparked some discussion and comments between the people that were there. For the most part this weekend, the TV remained off and just music played through the sound system. Of course the usual rolling on the floor with Lil Princess and Punk occurred. She is almost crawling but for now it is more a scoot than a crawl. The area behind the back fence was cut down so now I have to do some trash cleanup back there ... unless some energetic young person volunteers to make some money doing it. Oh, forget that ... that involves the nasty word "work." Work continues to plod along. Not much has changed and I doubt it ever will.
Lady is back on her exercise schedule ... must be something about wearing the bikini on the next cruise in 10 months. She went into a cleaning spree Friday and Saturday and now I can't find anything. man, I hate having things where they belong.
#1 is doing fine and stays busy at his job. Maybe we can conn him into taking a vacation back here around June.
#2 is back in the job seeking market. They just upped and let him go. Something to be expected in a family owned business ... the outsider is the first to go.
Peanut is getting bigger especially after she ate Saturday Night. Hopefully the baby will come soon because if she sits any further back from the table her arms won't be long enough. It would also help make sure she puts on matching socks ... she hasn't seen her feet in a while.
Lady is back on her exercise schedule ... must be something about wearing the bikini on the next cruise in 10 months. She went into a cleaning spree Friday and Saturday and now I can't find anything. man, I hate having things where they belong.
#1 is doing fine and stays busy at his job. Maybe we can conn him into taking a vacation back here around June.
#2 is back in the job seeking market. They just upped and let him go. Something to be expected in a family owned business ... the outsider is the first to go.
Peanut is getting bigger especially after she ate Saturday Night. Hopefully the baby will come soon because if she sits any further back from the table her arms won't be long enough. It would also help make sure she puts on matching socks ... she hasn't seen her feet in a while.
Friday, February 22, 2008
Before Pulling the Lever ....
Taxes ... Whether Democrat or a Republican you will find these statistics enlightening and amazing.
Taxes under Clinton 1999 :::: Taxes under Bush 2008
Single making 30K - tax $8,400 :::: tax $4,500
Single making 50K - tax $14,000 :::: tax $12,500
Single making 75K - tax $23,250 :::: tax $18,750
Married making 60K - tax $16,800 :::: tax $9,000
Married making 75K - tax $21,000 :::: tax $18,750
Married making 125K - tax $38,750 :::: tax $31,250
It is amazing how many people that fall into the categories above think Bush is screwing them and Bill Clinton was the greatest President ever. If Obama or Hillary are elected, they both say they will repeal the Bush tax cuts and a good portion of the people that fall into the categories above can't wait for it to happen. This is like the movie "The Sting" with Paul Newman; you scam somebody out of some money and they don't even know what happened.
Source: www.taxfoundation.org/publications/show/151.html
Taxes under Clinton 1999 :::: Taxes under Bush 2008
Single making 30K - tax $8,400 :::: tax $4,500
Single making 50K - tax $14,000 :::: tax $12,500
Single making 75K - tax $23,250 :::: tax $18,750
Married making 60K - tax $16,800 :::: tax $9,000
Married making 75K - tax $21,000 :::: tax $18,750
Married making 125K - tax $38,750 :::: tax $31,250
It is amazing how many people that fall into the categories above think Bush is screwing them and Bill Clinton was the greatest President ever. If Obama or Hillary are elected, they both say they will repeal the Bush tax cuts and a good portion of the people that fall into the categories above can't wait for it to happen. This is like the movie "The Sting" with Paul Newman; you scam somebody out of some money and they don't even know what happened.
Source: www.taxfoundation.org/publications/show/151.html
Thanks Mom!!!
After 21 years of marriage, my wife wanted me to take another woman out to dinner and a movie.
She said, "I love you, but I know this other woman loves you and would love to spend some time with you."
The other woman that my wife wanted me to visit was my Mother, who has been a widow for 19 years, but the demands of my work and my three children had made it possible to visit her only occasionally.
That night I called to invite her to go out for dinner and a movie. "What's wrong, are you well," she asked? My mother is the type of woman who suspects that a late night call or a surprise invitation is a sign of bad news.
"I thought that it would be pleasant to spend some time with you," I responded "just the two of us." She thought about it for a moment, and then said, "I would like that very much." That Friday after work, as I drove over to pick her up I was a bit nervous. When I arrived at her house, I noticed that she, too, seemed to be nervous about our date. She waited in the door with her coat on. She had curled her hair and was wearing the dress that she had worn to celebrate her last wedding anniversary.
She smiled from a face that was as radiant as an angel's. "I told my friends that I was going to go out with my son, and they were impressed," she said, as she got into the car. "They can't wait to hear about our meeting." We went to a restaurant that, although not elegant, was very nice and cozy. My mother took my arm as if she were the First Lady.
After we sat down, I had to read the menu. Her eyes could only read large print. Half way through the entries, I lifted my eyes and saw Mother sitting there staring at me. A nostalgic smile was on her lips.
"It was I who used to have to read the menu when you were small," she said. "Then it's time that you relax and let me return the favor," I responded. During the dinner, we had an agreeable conversation nothing extraordinary but catching up on recent events of each other's life. We talked so much that we missed the movie. As we arrived at her house later, she said, "I'll go out with you again, but only if you let me invite you." I agreed.
"How was your dinner date?" asked my wife when I got home. "Very nice, much more so than I could have imagined," I answered.
A few days later, my mother died of a massive heart attack. It happened so suddenly that I didn't have a chance to do anything for her. Some time later, I received an envelope with a copy of a restaurant receipt from the same place Mother and I had dined. An attached note said: "I paid this bill in advance. I wasn't sure that I could be there; but nevertheless, I paid for two plates - one for you and the other for your wife. You will never know what that night meant for me. I love you, son."
At that moment, I understood the importance of saying in time: "I love you." and to give our loved ones the time that they deserve. Nothing in life is more important than our family. Give them the time they deserve, because these things cannot be put off until 'some other time.'
"Be kinder than necessary, for everyone you meet is fighting some kind of battle".
She said, "I love you, but I know this other woman loves you and would love to spend some time with you."
The other woman that my wife wanted me to visit was my Mother, who has been a widow for 19 years, but the demands of my work and my three children had made it possible to visit her only occasionally.
That night I called to invite her to go out for dinner and a movie. "What's wrong, are you well," she asked? My mother is the type of woman who suspects that a late night call or a surprise invitation is a sign of bad news.
"I thought that it would be pleasant to spend some time with you," I responded "just the two of us." She thought about it for a moment, and then said, "I would like that very much." That Friday after work, as I drove over to pick her up I was a bit nervous. When I arrived at her house, I noticed that she, too, seemed to be nervous about our date. She waited in the door with her coat on. She had curled her hair and was wearing the dress that she had worn to celebrate her last wedding anniversary.
She smiled from a face that was as radiant as an angel's. "I told my friends that I was going to go out with my son, and they were impressed," she said, as she got into the car. "They can't wait to hear about our meeting." We went to a restaurant that, although not elegant, was very nice and cozy. My mother took my arm as if she were the First Lady.
After we sat down, I had to read the menu. Her eyes could only read large print. Half way through the entries, I lifted my eyes and saw Mother sitting there staring at me. A nostalgic smile was on her lips.
"It was I who used to have to read the menu when you were small," she said. "Then it's time that you relax and let me return the favor," I responded. During the dinner, we had an agreeable conversation nothing extraordinary but catching up on recent events of each other's life. We talked so much that we missed the movie. As we arrived at her house later, she said, "I'll go out with you again, but only if you let me invite you." I agreed.
"How was your dinner date?" asked my wife when I got home. "Very nice, much more so than I could have imagined," I answered.
A few days later, my mother died of a massive heart attack. It happened so suddenly that I didn't have a chance to do anything for her. Some time later, I received an envelope with a copy of a restaurant receipt from the same place Mother and I had dined. An attached note said: "I paid this bill in advance. I wasn't sure that I could be there; but nevertheless, I paid for two plates - one for you and the other for your wife. You will never know what that night meant for me. I love you, son."
At that moment, I understood the importance of saying in time: "I love you." and to give our loved ones the time that they deserve. Nothing in life is more important than our family. Give them the time they deserve, because these things cannot be put off until 'some other time.'
- Somebody said it takes about six weeks to get back to normal after you've had a baby ... that somebody doesn't know that once you're a mother,"normal" is history.
- Somebody said you can't love the second child as much as you love the first ... that somebody doesn't have two or more children.
- Somebody said the hardest part of being a mother is labor and delivery ... that somebody never watched her "baby" get on the bus for the first day of kindergarten ... or on a plane headed for military "boot camp."
- Somebody said a Mother can stop worrying after her child gets married ... well that somebody doesn't know that marriage adds a new son or daughter-in-law to a Mother's heartstrings.
- Somebody said a Mother's job is done when her last child leaves home ... that somebody never had grandchildren.
- Somebody said your Mother knows you love her, so you don't need to tell her ... that somebody isn't a Mother.
"Be kinder than necessary, for everyone you meet is fighting some kind of battle".
Thursday, February 21, 2008
One way to Play with a Balloon -- Kick it
Not much to report. The house is quiet and we are enjoying it. The tree Service showed up this morning to trim some trees and clear out the brush from the back of the property. Just a mild surprise because they were to call first and schedule this. Oh well. Repainting the spare bedroom is going well. I wonder if there is a color I can use that will make people not want to sleep in there? lady tried to give me the cold she had but it bounced off for the most part. It did slow me down but never ground me to a halt like it did her. I am ready for another weekend at Cheat River. The quiet and peacefulness really appeals to me right now.
Work is the same. Some people bust their butt and others don't even show up but get paid. The corporate weenies are up to the same game ... showing us how much they don't know. They sent us a new laptop (all setup with software) this also included a password cracking CD ... because none of them can remember the password for the Administrator or the user. And they are the experts? We have to install their computer rack instead of using ours ... why? ... because they have a support and maintenance agreement for the METAL RACK. How much support does a metal box need! Did they use Chinese steel that rusts in 3 months? Some people just have to spend money and they will swallow any story if it has a good dollar value attached to it. These are the same nuts that will pay $950 for a Dell computer that we can buy for $400. Why? They get a corporate discount that we don't get from our vendor. These are the same goons that buy an Internet streaming company then outsource their internet streaming to another vendor. They act like all the money is theirs to spend but they forget they are only overhead ... the real money is earned out in the field. I guess I should stop now because you are probably rolling on the floor laughing and I wouldn't want to hurt your sides.
Wild Mom should be here in 21 days to start her most excellent adventure to New Mexico.
#1 is doing fine in snowy Colorado. We had a very good talk the other night. Maybe he will take another vacation soon and visit the warmth of Virginia.
#2 has fallen into that rut of work - work - work. Just think only 44 more years to go.
Can't wait for Punk and Lil Princess to show up. She is growing so much it seem that each time she comes over she is someone else. Besides ... it is fun to resist her charms.
Tuesday, February 12, 2008
Let Them Roll
Back to the grind after a quiet weekend. The highlight was the Sweet Heart Dinner at church on Saturday night. It was nice and more than enough food. Bowling was mixed as the kids went 3-1 and the night crew lost. That should drop us back to 4th again after a brief stay at #2. I saw a couple of great movies this weekend on TV (Man of the Year, Powder, We are Soldiers). But I still need to go and see Cloverfield at the cinema. Guess I will have to go alone.
Albuquerque is now booked and all that is left is to wait these last 4 weeks. The cruise is booked so the dreaming can begin.
Wild Mom is finishing her visit with Gung Ho J. It is off to Camp Geiger and the next phase of her training. Some birdie told me that her brother is heading for the Navy ... Good judgment, poor choice. We do wish him the best of luck.
#1 is dealing with the snow and cold, such is life in Cold Country. Perhaps he will be more open to a visit to the warm state of Virginia soon.
#2 continues to work and get ready for work the rest of the time. The shorter drive to the store is nice since his car uses less gas because of the shorter drive. It is fun watching him when he leaves trash laying around after he is done using it. No one to blame ... it is easy to find the culprit when it involves pizza pockets or soda's.
Lil Princess, what can you say? She is trying her best to wrap me around her finger but not having that much luck. She almost made it up to a sitting position Saturday and on Sunday managed to crawl a few steps. Nothing is safe once she gets the hang of things.
Punk was his usual self. It is amazing how good he is getting with the Leapster. One amusing thought is he also has found some of those games that cheat. Just like #1 did. It is also fun watching him watch popcorn in the microwave. I don't know who is popping more ... him or the corn.
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It is fun seeing the Redskins continue their losing ways as they choose a new head coach.
Baseball is just a short time away. Once again the Nationals will attempt to have a winning season. Funny thing is they will have a new stadium but there will be no where to park unless you pawn your first born to pay for it.
Elections? I am still waiting for 2 good candidates to show up. It seems this year will be the "pick of the lesser evil." Huckabee is now starting to whine as he calls foul at every chance he gets. Please lose graciously ... and quit using the poor Christian card.
Albuquerque is now booked and all that is left is to wait these last 4 weeks. The cruise is booked so the dreaming can begin.
Wild Mom is finishing her visit with Gung Ho J. It is off to Camp Geiger and the next phase of her training. Some birdie told me that her brother is heading for the Navy ... Good judgment, poor choice. We do wish him the best of luck.
#1 is dealing with the snow and cold, such is life in Cold Country. Perhaps he will be more open to a visit to the warm state of Virginia soon.
#2 continues to work and get ready for work the rest of the time. The shorter drive to the store is nice since his car uses less gas because of the shorter drive. It is fun watching him when he leaves trash laying around after he is done using it. No one to blame ... it is easy to find the culprit when it involves pizza pockets or soda's.
Lil Princess, what can you say? She is trying her best to wrap me around her finger but not having that much luck. She almost made it up to a sitting position Saturday and on Sunday managed to crawl a few steps. Nothing is safe once she gets the hang of things.
Punk was his usual self. It is amazing how good he is getting with the Leapster. One amusing thought is he also has found some of those games that cheat. Just like #1 did. It is also fun watching him watch popcorn in the microwave. I don't know who is popping more ... him or the corn.
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It is fun seeing the Redskins continue their losing ways as they choose a new head coach.
Baseball is just a short time away. Once again the Nationals will attempt to have a winning season. Funny thing is they will have a new stadium but there will be no where to park unless you pawn your first born to pay for it.
Elections? I am still waiting for 2 good candidates to show up. It seems this year will be the "pick of the lesser evil." Huckabee is now starting to whine as he calls foul at every chance he gets. Please lose graciously ... and quit using the poor Christian card.
Monday, February 04, 2008
Does Your Chewing Gum Lose it's Flavor on the Bed Post Overnight?
Guess I need to go and find a giant sponge to absorb all the water in my front yard. All the rain over the last few weeks has turned the front yard into a mud hole. Speaking of mud hole, yesterday Lew was swinging on a swing at the playground and fell off ... planting his face squarely into the mud. Needless to say but he was a hoot to look at ... brown face and all. Bowling went very well. The kids went 4-0 and the night league went 7-0 against the 4th place team, we are third. Next week will be a challenge because it is position round and we will possibly be going against the 1st place team. Who would believe and to top that, Lady did very well. The weekend was also fun because Lil Princess is showing us her personality and reacting to us. I think I played on the floor with her almost all evening. Of course my knees barked at me later. Her laugh will melt your heart and how can you say no? I think I am in trouble when she gets older.
Well it now looks like 23 January 2009, on the Norwegian Pearl to the Southern Caribbean for 9 days. If you want to go, let me know and I will give you the number to our travel agent who is putting this together for us. I had no votes for Orlando so I guess that was a bad idea or no one was interested. Shoot, this weekend, several gallons of paint showed up at the house. I guess I know what comes next ... sanding.
Work is pretty much the same. Many projects and even more on the horizon. At this point I am getting beyond letting it matter any more. Something runs for several years flawlessly, and then Corporate mandates a change and then when it breaks, it is our fault and then they ask us to change it back to make it work right. Of course, making it work when it is changed back is their achievement and brainstorm. All we are are some dumb engineers that don't know better.
I know, I will retire and let all the kids support me. :)
Looks like the Pats used a page from the Redskins playbook and LOST.
Well it now looks like 23 January 2009, on the Norwegian Pearl to the Southern Caribbean for 9 days. If you want to go, let me know and I will give you the number to our travel agent who is putting this together for us. I had no votes for Orlando so I guess that was a bad idea or no one was interested. Shoot, this weekend, several gallons of paint showed up at the house. I guess I know what comes next ... sanding.
Work is pretty much the same. Many projects and even more on the horizon. At this point I am getting beyond letting it matter any more. Something runs for several years flawlessly, and then Corporate mandates a change and then when it breaks, it is our fault and then they ask us to change it back to make it work right. Of course, making it work when it is changed back is their achievement and brainstorm. All we are are some dumb engineers that don't know better.
I know, I will retire and let all the kids support me. :)
Looks like the Pats used a page from the Redskins playbook and LOST.
Monday, January 28, 2008
Rested!
Well after a relaxing weekend it is back to work. Jennifer's graduation was great. Something about a woman in uniform ... we wish her the best as she goes to School of Infantry at Camp Geiger NC. We left Hilton Head and managed to leisurely travel up to Myrtle Beach where we spent the night in a Hotel next to the ocean in Downtown Myrtle Beach. We ate at a great restaurant, "Sea Captains House" and the seafood was great. Saturday Morning we headed north along the coast and it took all day to get to Norfolk Va. We managed to get home about 9:30 Saturday Night. Sunday was the usual. Breakfast with Lynne and Carl at Yorkshire, Church and then Bowling. The Youth team did well and the Adult team at night did great going 7-0 and keeping us solidly in 4Th place. Lady and I were pretty much tied after two games but ... you use your imagination.
Plans:
Wild Mom is still on the road and our short visit in Hilton head was nice.
#1 is enjoying the snow and more is on the way.
#2 enjoys the new job but he is ready for a day off. It seems full time does get you tired. Amazing what an extra 20 hours a week does.
No updates from Lew or Lil Princess as we were gone this weekend on the mini-vacation.
Plans:
- Albuquerque NM is being planning and booked this week. Looks like March 18-25 for the tournament and train ride.
- Cruise planned for early January 2009. Looks like Southern Caribbean is the main focus.
- I wonder how many votes I could get for Disney World in Orlando in the Summer?
Wild Mom is still on the road and our short visit in Hilton head was nice.
#1 is enjoying the snow and more is on the way.
#2 enjoys the new job but he is ready for a day off. It seems full time does get you tired. Amazing what an extra 20 hours a week does.
No updates from Lew or Lil Princess as we were gone this weekend on the mini-vacation.
Monday, January 21, 2008
The Age of LAB Starts
Snow - Snow - Snow ... then it was cold. we are relaxing and enjoying the warmth of staying inside while it freezes outside. We managed to get to El Agave on Saturday for the first time in weeks. Of course there was a group of us ... 13 total. We tried a new restaurant Friday Night and it was good. So I guess now we have another place to choose from on Friday's.
Lew and Lil Princess kept us entertained and very active while they stayed with us. Now I know why God made us to have children while we were young ... I am too old to be that active.
Wild Mom is getting ready to head for Hilton Head SC and then too Nashville. We are planning to meet her there if all goes well and see Jennifer graduate from Marine Boot Camp. Not sure about the Nashville part though. I need to make a trip down to Belvoir to get some car registrations squared away and get my new base passes.
#2 has a new job making more money and getting more hours. That will be a nice change. I was amused at his comment "It only took 6 days to get this job!" Hmmm, amazing what happens when you actively look for a job.
I am starting to plan the Great Train excursion to Albuquerque NM in March. Actually the train ride isn't that expensive ($317 round trip). We are also starting to look at the Exotic Southern Caribbean as our next cruise destination this year.
Bowling was OK. The Youth League team went 4-0 and the night league was 4-3.
Many changes to our life as Princess has gone off to be the Queen of her own Realm and Starr gets her own Galaxy to revolve around her. The quiet around the house will take some getting use too. Lady is already writing done the honey-do's. Lil Bit is already losing weight as his normal source of extra treats has left. No rest for the weary.
Lew and Lil Princess kept us entertained and very active while they stayed with us. Now I know why God made us to have children while we were young ... I am too old to be that active.
Wild Mom is getting ready to head for Hilton Head SC and then too Nashville. We are planning to meet her there if all goes well and see Jennifer graduate from Marine Boot Camp. Not sure about the Nashville part though. I need to make a trip down to Belvoir to get some car registrations squared away and get my new base passes.
#2 has a new job making more money and getting more hours. That will be a nice change. I was amused at his comment "It only took 6 days to get this job!" Hmmm, amazing what happens when you actively look for a job.
I am starting to plan the Great Train excursion to Albuquerque NM in March. Actually the train ride isn't that expensive ($317 round trip). We are also starting to look at the Exotic Southern Caribbean as our next cruise destination this year.
Bowling was OK. The Youth League team went 4-0 and the night league was 4-3.
Many changes to our life as Princess has gone off to be the Queen of her own Realm and Starr gets her own Galaxy to revolve around her. The quiet around the house will take some getting use too. Lady is already writing done the honey-do's. Lil Bit is already losing weight as his normal source of extra treats has left. No rest for the weary.
Monday, January 14, 2008
Changes - Changes - Changes
Back to work ... Hi Ho. Bowling this week was fun. I finally snapped out of my slump and rolled like I felt I could and should roll. I averaged 217 for a 652 series. The team won 5-2 and continued our slow move to the top. The Youth league started and we managed to split (2-2) our games. This season will be interesting since the young lady I have been coaching has decided to take this season off.
Lew and Lil Princess were over for the weekend and though it was tiring it was a lot of fun. Lil Princess is slowly showing us her personality and reacting to us. Even managed to get her to buzz her lips some.
Saturday was a quiet night as we ordered pizza and just sat at home watching movies. #2 and Star were there also.
Friday night was quiet too as we had dinner with #2. We haven't done that in a long time and it was nice. #2 finally got Gamestop to admit they were letting him go (just Christmas help). So he is now looking again and I think this time he will do a lot better in his search.
Any volunteers to do my taxes ... I broke down and started that process.
Lew and Lil Princess were over for the weekend and though it was tiring it was a lot of fun. Lil Princess is slowly showing us her personality and reacting to us. Even managed to get her to buzz her lips some.
Saturday was a quiet night as we ordered pizza and just sat at home watching movies. #2 and Star were there also.
Friday night was quiet too as we had dinner with #2. We haven't done that in a long time and it was nice. #2 finally got Gamestop to admit they were letting him go (just Christmas help). So he is now looking again and I think this time he will do a lot better in his search.
Any volunteers to do my taxes ... I broke down and started that process.
Saturday, January 12, 2008
Hoorah
Well, another weekend is here. I just want to rest some. Whatever happened to those lazy times where you just vegetated and life left you alone? It started nice last night with dinner, then coffee and cookies at our good friends house. Sunday will prove hectic though as the Youth Bowling restarts and that window of opportunity for catnaps closes.
Wild Mom is anxiously awaiting her trip to South Carolina for my niece's graduation from Marine Corp boot camp. She did succeed though her judgement of being there is in question. We wish her all the luck as she starts her career.
Gee, someone is 26. I did manage to get #1 an application for AARP. It took some doing but he is now OLD. He should have the cookie care package by now. I like how Lady sent soft cookies for him to gum on.
Still working but they don't give many hours. A $17 paycheck for two weeks doesn't cut much mustard. Perhaps a change in work location is needed.
Sure miss the wee ones. Perhaps Peanut should hurry and have her baby so we can have a bigger pool to chose from. Deal?
Wild Mom is anxiously awaiting her trip to South Carolina for my niece's graduation from Marine Corp boot camp. She did succeed though her judgement of being there is in question. We wish her all the luck as she starts her career.
Gee, someone is 26. I did manage to get #1 an application for AARP. It took some doing but he is now OLD. He should have the cookie care package by now. I like how Lady sent soft cookies for him to gum on.
Still working but they don't give many hours. A $17 paycheck for two weeks doesn't cut much mustard. Perhaps a change in work location is needed.
Sure miss the wee ones. Perhaps Peanut should hurry and have her baby so we can have a bigger pool to chose from. Deal?
Wednesday, January 09, 2008
A Few Chuckles
Smile ... I friend sent me a fw chuckles ...
- Now that food has replaced sex in my life, I can't even get into my own pants.
- Marriage changes passion. Suddenly you're in bed with a relative.
- I saw a woman wearing a sweat shirt with 'Guess' on it. So I said 'Implants?' She hit me.
- How come we choose from just two people to run for President and over fifty for Miss America ?
- I signed up for an exercise class and was told to wear loose-fitting clothing. If I HAD any loose-fitting clothing, I wouldn't have signed up in the first place!
- When I was young we used to go 'skinny dipping,' now I just go 'chunky dunking.'
- Don't argue with an idiot; people watching may not be able to tell the difference.
- Wouldn't it be nice if whenever we messed up our life we could simply press 'Ctrl-Alt-Delete' and start all over?
- Why is it that our children can't read a Bible in school, but they can in prison?
- Wouldn't you know it ... Brain cells come and brain cells go, but FAT cells live forever.
- Why do I have to swear on the Bible in court when the Ten Commandments cannot be displayed outside?
- Bumper sticker of the year: "If you can read this, thank a teacher and, since it's in English, thank a soldier."
- And remember: life is like a roll of toilet paper. The closer it gets to the end, the faster it goes.
Monday, January 07, 2008
Moving On
It is amazing that the days in 2008 are flying along. I hadn't realized that my last post was a week ago. I must have been having fun for the time to fly so fast. Bowling the last two weeks has been fun. We went 5-2 against the first place team and 7-0 against the second place team. Personally, my scores have been closer to what I am capable of so maybe the slump is gone and I can get ready for nationals in March. Next week the Youth leagues start so I will get some extra practice besides the fun of watching and helping some kids.
Lady and I took Lew and Lil Princess to see the "Festival of Lights" before they closed for the year on Sunday. It is amazing how many oohs and ahhs can come out of such a small mouth. The display was nice, pricey, but to see the kids faces was worth it.
Looks like we will go to South Carolina so see my niece graduate from Marine Boot Camp on January 25. Should be a nice quiet drive down and back.
Looks like we will skip the June - August time frame for a cruise and plan for one around late December 2008 or early January 2009. The consensus has been we want to do a Southern Caribbean or Eastern Caribbean at the least. Seems the Rummies are over-ruling the Tequila-ites.
The choir director at our church announced he had taken another job elsewhere and this Sunday was his last day there. That will throw the choir in to a bit a confusion as we will have to wait for someone else to be hired. last time that took several months. They don't pay a lot and the work includes two different services on Sunday Morning. Oh Well.
When the Redskins won by 21 over Dallas, they called it "divine intervention" and a sign that the stars were behind the Redskins. Now that they lost by 21 to Seattle ... what do you call that? It seems they are silent now. Well, since they are silent ... I will answer ... LOSER.
Lady and I took Lew and Lil Princess to see the "Festival of Lights" before they closed for the year on Sunday. It is amazing how many oohs and ahhs can come out of such a small mouth. The display was nice, pricey, but to see the kids faces was worth it.
Looks like we will go to South Carolina so see my niece graduate from Marine Boot Camp on January 25. Should be a nice quiet drive down and back.
Looks like we will skip the June - August time frame for a cruise and plan for one around late December 2008 or early January 2009. The consensus has been we want to do a Southern Caribbean or Eastern Caribbean at the least. Seems the Rummies are over-ruling the Tequila-ites.
The choir director at our church announced he had taken another job elsewhere and this Sunday was his last day there. That will throw the choir in to a bit a confusion as we will have to wait for someone else to be hired. last time that took several months. They don't pay a lot and the work includes two different services on Sunday Morning. Oh Well.
When the Redskins won by 21 over Dallas, they called it "divine intervention" and a sign that the stars were behind the Redskins. Now that they lost by 21 to Seattle ... what do you call that? It seems they are silent now. Well, since they are silent ... I will answer ... LOSER.
Tuesday, January 01, 2008
Happy New Year - 2008
Happy New Years - 2008. I hope everyone enjoyed themselves and had a safe celebration. It was quiet for me ... only Lady and I were at home. We celebrated and saw a great movie ... "Man in the Moon." It sure brought back some memories. The year 2008 should be a good one but, if it doesn't go so well, I still have some great friends and that will make it a great year.
Christmas was a great time with everyone getting most of what they wanted. If they didn't, then perhaps they didn't need it or beg enough for it. I even managed to have three of the kids at the Christmas Eve candlelight service ... that in itself was a great thing.
Wild Mom had a quiet celebration herself as she rests up for her January trip. But her eye is really on the March trip.
Lady is resting today knowing tomorrow she will have to deal with the end of the year stuff. "The Tax man calls." We went to Olive Garden on our anniversary (#32) and had a great dinner with our friends.
#1 enjoyed a snowy time. We are proud of him as he makes it on his own in Colorado. Maybe his Jaguars will survive the first round of the Playoffs but then again he could become a Bronco's fan.
#2 celebrated but returned home for a quiet night. His main New Year's resolution is to clean his room and keep it that way for a week.
Star partied in DC but work beckons her back tomorrow. She even managed to wear a dress ... perhaps the first surprise of the New Year.
Work has been quiet mainly because most people have been gone but I am afraid that all will change tomorrow when everyone returns. Maybe Santa brought most of them some "computer common sense." Not!
Christmas was a great time with everyone getting most of what they wanted. If they didn't, then perhaps they didn't need it or beg enough for it. I even managed to have three of the kids at the Christmas Eve candlelight service ... that in itself was a great thing.
Wild Mom had a quiet celebration herself as she rests up for her January trip. But her eye is really on the March trip.
Lady is resting today knowing tomorrow she will have to deal with the end of the year stuff. "The Tax man calls." We went to Olive Garden on our anniversary (#32) and had a great dinner with our friends.
#1 enjoyed a snowy time. We are proud of him as he makes it on his own in Colorado. Maybe his Jaguars will survive the first round of the Playoffs but then again he could become a Bronco's fan.
#2 celebrated but returned home for a quiet night. His main New Year's resolution is to clean his room and keep it that way for a week.
Star partied in DC but work beckons her back tomorrow. She even managed to wear a dress ... perhaps the first surprise of the New Year.
Work has been quiet mainly because most people have been gone but I am afraid that all will change tomorrow when everyone returns. Maybe Santa brought most of them some "computer common sense." Not!
Friday, December 28, 2007
Candy Cane Delight
Ho, Ho, Ho. Christmas has come and gone. I hope every one had a great time and the season was one full of good memories. We had a great time. Christmas day was a house full of people. The only thing I could think of that would have been better is to do this every day of the year. The kids had no problem opening the gifts and seemed to really enjoy what they recieved. Of course, more would have been better but then again more would have been harder to handle. Naturally, the cameras were working overtime. Red spots anyone?
Now it is time to reflect back on the year 2007 and find a way to make 2008 better. So some of the next few posts will reflect and remember the great times. The yucky old New Year's Resolution are due very soon. It is a good thing we are not graded on our faithfulness in keeping the resolutions, I would have failed miserably.
To top of these few days, Lady and I celebrated our 32nd anniversary. The dinner and wine tasted really good at The Olive Garden. Also having several of our closest friends dine with us made the night special. Thank You to those special friends.
The only thing left to make this season special is to CRUISE!
Now it is time to reflect back on the year 2007 and find a way to make 2008 better. So some of the next few posts will reflect and remember the great times. The yucky old New Year's Resolution are due very soon. It is a good thing we are not graded on our faithfulness in keeping the resolutions, I would have failed miserably.
To top of these few days, Lady and I celebrated our 32nd anniversary. The dinner and wine tasted really good at The Olive Garden. Also having several of our closest friends dine with us made the night special. Thank You to those special friends.
The only thing left to make this season special is to CRUISE!
Friday, December 21, 2007
Baa Humbug II
I find it interesting that the top AP news Story was about Juicer Bonds. Dog-Lover Vick was second and Peeper Bellichick was 3rd. The top non-criminal story was about Florida's Two national Titles and all they could manage is a fourth spot. Isn't that sad that the best story we could muster was about illegal activities by some loser sports stars. I guess the moral is "if you want fame, do it the wrong way."
Well, the end of the week is upon us. Time to find some time to relax in between all the shopping and parties. I sure hope time can be found for some real Mexican food on Saturday afternoon.
Work was the same with new instances of the "Fix Stupid" complex shining brightly. I love how they argue with me like I don't have a clue about what I am talking about. I did manage to hit the jackpot when one office did some cleaning. I managed to get a full licensed version of MS Office 2003, ACT 2005, MS Office 2003 SBE and a 4-port CISCO USB Hub with print server still in the shrink wrap that it came to them in, probably about $750 in value. And they think I am the dumb one!
Looks like the Spears Family is desperate for attention so they allowed the 16 year old to get pregnant and now are bragging about it. What part of this whole affair is wrong or are we too far along in the degradation of our morals. Arrest the 19 year old for statutory rape and then get the parents for child endangerment ... their track record of child rearing is a bit messed up after seeing the lives of these two girls. Oh, that is right .. they are a product of their environment and therefore not responsible for their actions.
Want Hanna Montana tickets? Contact the DC Mayor ... if he hasn't already gave them all away to his family and political donors, he might give you one.
Don't bail out the credit companies for speculating and making bad loan choices ... help the people that were taken. The credit companies are whining that they are losing massive amounts of money because people can't pay. Well, excuse me ... but drop the interest rate from 30% back to 12% ... then they might survive and pay it back. If you really want to help ... drop the interest rate and increase the minimum amount to be paid each month. Give us an opportunity to pay it back. Maybe we need Federal Regulation of all consumer loans. Make the maximum interest rate 12% and the minimum due of 7.5% per month. Also make it so that anyone with a credit score <650 can not get any more credit card offers. It is funny when someone in credit counselling for bad credit gets a letter ... "Due to your outstanding credit, we can off you a new Platinum Card with a great low rate." BS!
Oh well, time to commute home and enjoy the ride as at least 12 "A" types cut me off.
Well, the end of the week is upon us. Time to find some time to relax in between all the shopping and parties. I sure hope time can be found for some real Mexican food on Saturday afternoon.
Work was the same with new instances of the "Fix Stupid" complex shining brightly. I love how they argue with me like I don't have a clue about what I am talking about. I did manage to hit the jackpot when one office did some cleaning. I managed to get a full licensed version of MS Office 2003, ACT 2005, MS Office 2003 SBE and a 4-port CISCO USB Hub with print server still in the shrink wrap that it came to them in, probably about $750 in value. And they think I am the dumb one!
Looks like the Spears Family is desperate for attention so they allowed the 16 year old to get pregnant and now are bragging about it. What part of this whole affair is wrong or are we too far along in the degradation of our morals. Arrest the 19 year old for statutory rape and then get the parents for child endangerment ... their track record of child rearing is a bit messed up after seeing the lives of these two girls. Oh, that is right .. they are a product of their environment and therefore not responsible for their actions.
Want Hanna Montana tickets? Contact the DC Mayor ... if he hasn't already gave them all away to his family and political donors, he might give you one.
Don't bail out the credit companies for speculating and making bad loan choices ... help the people that were taken. The credit companies are whining that they are losing massive amounts of money because people can't pay. Well, excuse me ... but drop the interest rate from 30% back to 12% ... then they might survive and pay it back. If you really want to help ... drop the interest rate and increase the minimum amount to be paid each month. Give us an opportunity to pay it back. Maybe we need Federal Regulation of all consumer loans. Make the maximum interest rate 12% and the minimum due of 7.5% per month. Also make it so that anyone with a credit score <650 can not get any more credit card offers. It is funny when someone in credit counselling for bad credit gets a letter ... "Due to your outstanding credit, we can off you a new Platinum Card with a great low rate." BS!
Oh well, time to commute home and enjoy the ride as at least 12 "A" types cut me off.
Thursday, December 20, 2007
Oh, Well ... Time will tell
The week is quickly slipping by as Christmas is just around the corner. Things are fairly quiet at work this week since a lot of people are gone. The weekend proves to be busy once again starting with a Holiday Party on Friday Night. I have been sitting around trying to figure out what gifts to give and who deserves one. Hmmm, I wonder what is on the Movies this weekend ... that will help me decide. TV will start getting bad as all the "Best of 2007" shows get started. I would even settle on playing a game on X-Box but it seems we have no games ... Hmmm.
11,000 Democratic earmarks ... no wonder the budget will never get balanced. It looks like they are just like the Republicans ... despite their claim to fix things if we voted them into office. Anyone feel a bit cheated? It seems a politician is the same regardless of their tie, lapel pin, or banner they stand under. I think it is time for a third party to emerge ... let the right person run and I would vote for them.
Steroids ... give the Players Association some time and they will sweep it under the carpet. To fix the problem means less money in the dues bucket. Start the Olympic type testing program ... then let Clemens and Bonds show us their innocence. A few examples would go along way to discouraging this culture of cheating is OK if you make enough money. Gee, we are harder on a cork batter than a drug addict. Hang the gambler but look away from the cheater looking for an edge.
11,000 Democratic earmarks ... no wonder the budget will never get balanced. It looks like they are just like the Republicans ... despite their claim to fix things if we voted them into office. Anyone feel a bit cheated? It seems a politician is the same regardless of their tie, lapel pin, or banner they stand under. I think it is time for a third party to emerge ... let the right person run and I would vote for them.
Steroids ... give the Players Association some time and they will sweep it under the carpet. To fix the problem means less money in the dues bucket. Start the Olympic type testing program ... then let Clemens and Bonds show us their innocence. A few examples would go along way to discouraging this culture of cheating is OK if you make enough money. Gee, we are harder on a cork batter than a drug addict. Hang the gambler but look away from the cheater looking for an edge.
Monday, December 17, 2007
Brrrr .... It is Hot!
Another weekend sneaks by and Christmas quickly approaches. I guess I need to start shopping, rather, I should start planning what day I will shop on. This weekend we had the awards day for the Youth league. At least we didn't finish in last though the bottom was closer than the top. In four weeks we will start a new season again and hopefully the outcome will be much better. I know I can't do any worse. Sunday was the Christmas program at our church. It was nice but a lot of work for so short a time. maybe we need to do an encore show? I would like to get on my soap box about family at this time of the year but I think it would fall largely on deaf ears. That is a shame since it is a time that is forever lost and the aches the lost causes won't show up until someone close is gone forever. Saturday Night was spent at Lady's Christmas Party put on by her employer. It was a lot of fun and the food was plentiful and good.
The supposed bad weather missed us by a country mile. It would be nice to have some snow to go with this blowing cold wind. The only other option is to cruise to the Caribean where it is 80+ but finding people to go is hard.
Work is work and resists change.
The Batlimore Ravens are enjoying their loss to Miami. I was told they were having a giant "L" tatooed into their forehead.
The supposed bad weather missed us by a country mile. It would be nice to have some snow to go with this blowing cold wind. The only other option is to cruise to the Caribean where it is 80+ but finding people to go is hard.
Work is work and resists change.
The Batlimore Ravens are enjoying their loss to Miami. I was told they were having a giant "L" tatooed into their forehead.
Tuesday, December 11, 2007
Getting back into the Habit.
Well, I survived the Monday after the vacation. It was tough but I managed not t get run over by "stupid." Nothing changed at the workplace but I guess I should have been realistic and not expected something like that. I still have my ear out for other opportunities to use my skills, but I am being selective and definitely pushing for better compensation for my time. No freebies anymore ... you want it ... you pay for it.
This grey and rainy weather is for the ducks and they have already headed south. Either get cold or warm up.
I am tired of hearing about Michael Vick ... please find something more news worthy. He is busted and has to pay the price, end of discussion.
Now starts the onslaught of Christmas Parties and other Activities. By the end of the month I will eagerly await a day off on the weekend. It could be January before I get back to El Agave for some good Mexican Food. Now that is a travesty.
The next planned road trip is March 2008 to Albuquerque NM. Then another cruise may follow in July 2008. That depends on where NCL travels too out of the Charleston SC Port. I wonder if Punk and Lil Princess want to go?
This grey and rainy weather is for the ducks and they have already headed south. Either get cold or warm up.
I am tired of hearing about Michael Vick ... please find something more news worthy. He is busted and has to pay the price, end of discussion.
Now starts the onslaught of Christmas Parties and other Activities. By the end of the month I will eagerly await a day off on the weekend. It could be January before I get back to El Agave for some good Mexican Food. Now that is a travesty.
The next planned road trip is March 2008 to Albuquerque NM. Then another cruise may follow in July 2008. That depends on where NCL travels too out of the Charleston SC Port. I wonder if Punk and Lil Princess want to go?
Sunday, December 09, 2007
We Are Back!!
All is well for the Travellers. Everyone made it safe and sound and even managed to have a lot of fun. I think everyone wants to go again. I will try in the next couple of days give a better account of the week but right now I just wanted to let everyone know we are back and safe.
Bowling was not quite so fun today. The youth team finished in the middle of the pack. The Sunday Night team managed to participate.
As usual I had a lot of fun. Sometimes keeping track of 10 people got weary but we all managed to do what we wanted. Dressing up was fun as we all managed to don our finest threads and act civilly for an evening. The Chocolate madness was a smashing hit as our sugar level went through the ceiling.
Wild Mom lived up to her name. At one point I wondered if the Pina Colada supply would run out and she would then change to the dreaded "Long Island Ice Tea's". We enjoyed having her there and hope to do it again.
Lady looked great in the swimsuit competition. Yes, I am a bit biased but what the heck. Her highlight was the Butterfly Conservatory on Key West. Oh, the home-made Key Lime pie was a winner.
#2 managed not to get thrown off the ship. Not withstanding the weed offers and the $2 breast flashes in Cozumel. I think if he had more pesos he would have been tempted more. Cuban cigars are OK but not his cup of tea. He says "hot stone massages are better than sex," as if he knows! He was even successful in the Casino and managed to leave a winner.
Princess managed to break a minimum of hearts. I spent most nights guarding the door. The deck outside our room sounded like a Chicago back alley with the cats howling. Her highlight was her beach horse-back ride, first Marguerita, first hot stone massage (minus clothes). Cingular stock dived $10.00 a share from her non-use of the phone last week. However, today it jumped $15.00 a share in after-market trading.
Kritty managed to turn a few heads as several crew members hit upon her. We were really proud she fought the effort to marry one and return home to America. Ask her about the Ghosts!
Bowling was not quite so fun today. The youth team finished in the middle of the pack. The Sunday Night team managed to participate.
As usual I had a lot of fun. Sometimes keeping track of 10 people got weary but we all managed to do what we wanted. Dressing up was fun as we all managed to don our finest threads and act civilly for an evening. The Chocolate madness was a smashing hit as our sugar level went through the ceiling.
Wild Mom lived up to her name. At one point I wondered if the Pina Colada supply would run out and she would then change to the dreaded "Long Island Ice Tea's". We enjoyed having her there and hope to do it again.
Lady looked great in the swimsuit competition. Yes, I am a bit biased but what the heck. Her highlight was the Butterfly Conservatory on Key West. Oh, the home-made Key Lime pie was a winner.
#2 managed not to get thrown off the ship. Not withstanding the weed offers and the $2 breast flashes in Cozumel. I think if he had more pesos he would have been tempted more. Cuban cigars are OK but not his cup of tea. He says "hot stone massages are better than sex," as if he knows! He was even successful in the Casino and managed to leave a winner.
Princess managed to break a minimum of hearts. I spent most nights guarding the door. The deck outside our room sounded like a Chicago back alley with the cats howling. Her highlight was her beach horse-back ride, first Marguerita, first hot stone massage (minus clothes). Cingular stock dived $10.00 a share from her non-use of the phone last week. However, today it jumped $15.00 a share in after-market trading.
Kritty managed to turn a few heads as several crew members hit upon her. We were really proud she fought the effort to marry one and return home to America. Ask her about the Ghosts!
Tuesday, November 20, 2007
Monday, November 19, 2007
Blinking Eyes
"Don't walk in front of me, I may not follow; Don't walk behind me, I may not lead; Walk beside me, and just be my friend."
~Albert Camus
~Albert Camus
Any Doubt?
| Your Power Bird is an Eagle |
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Thursday, November 15, 2007
The Rules for Being Human
- You will receive a body. You may like it or hate it, but it will be yours for the entire period this time around.
- You will learn lessons. You are enrolled in a fulltime informal school called life. Each day in this school you will have the opportunity to learn lessons. You may like the lessons or think them irrelevant and stupid.
- There are no mistakes, only lessons. Growth is a process of trial and error, experimentation. The "failed" experiments are as much a part of the process as the experiment that ultimately "works."
- A lesson is repeated until learned. A lesson will be presented to you in various forms until you have learned it. When you have learned it, you can go on to the next lesson.
- Learning lessons does not end. There is no part of life that does not contain its lessons. If you are alive there are lessons to be learned.
- "There" is no better than "here." When your "there" has become a "here" you will simply obtain another "there" that will again look better than "here."
- Others are merely mirrors of you. You cannot love or hate something about another person unless it reflects to you something you love or hate about yourself.
- What you make of your life is up to you. You have all the tools and resources you need. What you do with them is up to you. The choice is yours.
- Your answers lie inside you. The answer to life's questions lie inside you. All you need to do is look, listen, and trust.
- This will often be forgotten, only to be remembered again.
Cherie Carter-Scott
Heart - Sore
Here that train is coming. My physical was a success, everyone is stuck with me for a long time ... sorry! I drove to work and can you believe ... Christmas music already. Did someone forget or skip Thanksgiving? I know I didn't sleep through it. Most cruise preparations are done and the final planning is taking shape. We heard from #1 and all is well in Colorado and he is gearing up for the holiday season at the store. Any bets how long his Christmas spirit lasts after the shoppers show up?
SOS (Same old Sugar) except a different piece of toast.
SOS (Same old Sugar) except a different piece of toast.
Wednesday, November 14, 2007
Mercy Me!
Well, it is hump day and the light at the end of the tunnel is shining. I know it is bad to wish time would fly faster especially since I am on the downhill slide of life. But, I do want it to happen. Today was physical exam day, so I was poked, prodded, stuck and squeezed. Plus I had a echo stress test and a heart CT scan. More to come on this subject later. Wild Mom is enjoying the quietness of her house now that all the company is gone. Now she will save up all them unspoken words and use them on the cruise in 16 days. Work is the same and now they are on a goals kick ... can't operate if there are no goals. I still say "do my job" is a pretty good one myself. Choir Practice is in full swing getting ready for Christmas now I just need to find the time to get there.
Later ...
Later ...
Monday, November 12, 2007
Eyes Wide Open
The new week has started with a bang and promises to be one of more bangs and some broken hearts. There comes a time when some hard decisions are going to be made and though we don't like the choices we face, we are going to live through the aftermath. I use to laugh at soap operas as a made up fantasy view of reality. Now, maybe those screen writers are smarter than we give them credit for.
For a while this blog will be quiet and rather devoid of personal news. Rather than say something on this site that gets blow out of shape or importance, I have elected to remain silent. To those close to Lady and I, well, you will know what is transpiring behind the curtains, to others, I am sorry for the void.
Because I am being silent, do not presume the silence means I am backing down, giving up, or compromising on any issue. To the contrary, I am focusing on protecting what means the most to me. A Knight lives and dies for his lady.
... Slips the soap box into the closet for the time being.
For a while this blog will be quiet and rather devoid of personal news. Rather than say something on this site that gets blow out of shape or importance, I have elected to remain silent. To those close to Lady and I, well, you will know what is transpiring behind the curtains, to others, I am sorry for the void.
Because I am being silent, do not presume the silence means I am backing down, giving up, or compromising on any issue. To the contrary, I am focusing on protecting what means the most to me. A Knight lives and dies for his lady.
... Slips the soap box into the closet for the time being.
Sunday, November 11, 2007
Rest Day ... Not!
We have been washing laundry most of today but instead of air drying it here I will use the dryer. For the most part the weekend has been quiet as we recover from last week. Well, at least until I recover. Working all night last week sure ran me down.
Bowling was ok but I wish I could have done better. The kids went 2-2 and we went 2-5 on the night league. Now all I have to do is fugure out how to get out of my slump that has been dragging on for 6 weeks.
Wild Mom is looking forward to the upcoming quietness of her house as all her house guests will be gone. Sounds like some serious computer time on that new laptop.
Bowling was ok but I wish I could have done better. The kids went 2-2 and we went 2-5 on the night league. Now all I have to do is fugure out how to get out of my slump that has been dragging on for 6 weeks.
Wild Mom is looking forward to the upcoming quietness of her house as all her house guests will be gone. Sounds like some serious computer time on that new laptop.
***** *****
I love it, the redskins blew up in the 4th again and lost.
Friday, November 09, 2007
Brrrr
Well, let me see where do I start after so long between writings. I am fine just working some weird hours while I get this server and office machines changed out. I still haven't adjusted to the hours or my sleep schedule. It is amazing how many phone calls come in when you are trying to sleep during the day. The change out is going well, slow, but well since the problems I experienced the last time.
The cruise grows ever closer and it is ABOUT TIME! I am looking forward to the cruise and just vegetating some in the nice warm sunshine. All the excursions for the kids are booked.
Wild Mom is enjoying her house company. My brother and his daughter have endeared themselves to her as they enjoy the Motor Home. Their stay on the beach for all intents and purposes was great. She has even enjoyed the company of her daughter and son-in-law as they live with her until they head to Tennessee and a new job. The new laptop has been a welcome addition to her many toys. Now comes the fun part of getting everything setup and running. We need that Skype time!
#1 continues to enjoy the mountain air and now the snow as it heads their way. His job continues to be fun and challenging as he tries and maintains control of the inventory. We do miss him.
#2 continues to work and get more hours. Right now he is enjoying the challenge of making the money stretch for gas, cruise money and money for just life in general. Welcome to the Real World where Daddy doesn't pay for everything.
Princess is still in school and managing to pass her courses. The first report card is soon to appear and validate her beliefs. She is aching to drive her new truck but that event is still a few more days away.
Star is recovering from her recent body work. Now the daunting task of finding a job begins. Her earache isn't serious but a side effect of the accident.
Lew continues to amaze us with his grasp of words and his many funny sayings. Unfortunately, he has managed to get a leapster that cheats. I told him to talk with #1 since he too always managed to find those machines. Maybe #1 will have a solution on how to stop the machine from cheating.
Serenity is growing and wins any heart within eyesight of her. She is a true princess that everyone loves ... move over Diana.
The cruise grows ever closer and it is ABOUT TIME! I am looking forward to the cruise and just vegetating some in the nice warm sunshine. All the excursions for the kids are booked.
Wild Mom is enjoying her house company. My brother and his daughter have endeared themselves to her as they enjoy the Motor Home. Their stay on the beach for all intents and purposes was great. She has even enjoyed the company of her daughter and son-in-law as they live with her until they head to Tennessee and a new job. The new laptop has been a welcome addition to her many toys. Now comes the fun part of getting everything setup and running. We need that Skype time!
#1 continues to enjoy the mountain air and now the snow as it heads their way. His job continues to be fun and challenging as he tries and maintains control of the inventory. We do miss him.
#2 continues to work and get more hours. Right now he is enjoying the challenge of making the money stretch for gas, cruise money and money for just life in general. Welcome to the Real World where Daddy doesn't pay for everything.
Princess is still in school and managing to pass her courses. The first report card is soon to appear and validate her beliefs. She is aching to drive her new truck but that event is still a few more days away.
Star is recovering from her recent body work. Now the daunting task of finding a job begins. Her earache isn't serious but a side effect of the accident.
Lew continues to amaze us with his grasp of words and his many funny sayings. Unfortunately, he has managed to get a leapster that cheats. I told him to talk with #1 since he too always managed to find those machines. Maybe #1 will have a solution on how to stop the machine from cheating.
Serenity is growing and wins any heart within eyesight of her. She is a true princess that everyone loves ... move over Diana.
Monday, October 29, 2007
Ba Humbug! - II
Monday is here and the weekend is over. The server change turned into a quest in hell and was a total waste of time. Everything that could go wrong did and they in turn urged a few others to join in. Needless to say nothing was really accomplished. The funny part is the rest of the weekend turned out the same way. It seems nothing worked right, everything broke, and fixing stupid was the passphrase of the day. It is amazing how eveything takes the lead from something else. Bowling was a washout. The kids team lost 4 points once again. At this rate we should be in last within 3 weeks. The late league went better, at least we split 4-3 with the team. Sometimes I wonder about these handicap leagues ... the object should be do your best not see how much handicap should we accumulate. Friday I head for Florida to spend the weekend. That should prove to be interesting if not fun. I just have a lot of work to do to get ready to go down there. #2 managed to get lost coming home from work this weekend. Maybe I should go out and get some cracker crumbs to he can leave a trail to return ... nope, better idea! Let Booger follow the trail to him and they both can be lost together. Princess was either in bed hurting or at the Fire Station most of the weekend. So we spent several times chasing that crap colored dog down when he bolted for the open door. --> <-- The kids were over and for the most part we had a great time. Serenity was sick and had to leave Saturday night ... something about a mom's touch and hold that she needed. Star spent most of the weekend with us so there was a small ray of hope through out the weekend.
I see the National League was well represented as they got swept by the Red Sox. The NL can't win the all-star game and now they can't win the World Series. The NL sent a team from the weakest division and they showed how bad they were.
****** *****
I yield ... The Redskin's showed me how good they were as they lost a squeaker ... 52-7. As the announcer said, except for a couple of bad calls and a few bad plays they were in the game. NOT!!! LOSERS. Bring in on of the best coaches ever and even he can't motivate this bunch of losers.I see the National League was well represented as they got swept by the Red Sox. The NL can't win the all-star game and now they can't win the World Series. The NL sent a team from the weakest division and they showed how bad they were.
Thursday, October 25, 2007
Snicker Doodle
Well, time marches on and this weekend will be an long one. I will upgrade the office server over the weekend and hopefully everything will play nice. Wild Mom is camping up a storm with my brother. They must really like the cramped quarters of a motor home. Add some rain and the fireworks will begin as cabin fever sets in. One more week till I head that way for the weekend. Lady is back and her mom is doing fine. She is now a firm believer in living closer together and eliminate the 12 hour drives that seem more like 15. #1 is enjoying the new snow (4") and that is good since the Jaguars were handed their butts when they faced the Indianapolis Colts. He can stay at home and not have to be seen publicly after their humiliation. Oh, how about the 13-1 drubbing the Rockies got from the Red Sox? #1 is having a bad sports week. Princess got a boo-boo on her car. She is fine and learning you can't push a Trash Truck around. They were at fault however so they get to pay about $3K in damages. I guess she needed to be like her sister who just had an accident this week too. Star was fine but the pick-up is a lost cause. I guess she will get familiar with the local bus schedule now since she works at the Denny's here in the city. Booger took another excursion around the neighborhood last night and returned an hour or so later. He bolts for the door anytime it is opened. That will have to stop. In order to assist me in his recapture, I think I will buy me a Tazer and that will stop him in his tracks. ZAPPPPP! Tuesday Night I had dinner with Princess, Star, Missy, and Jaqui. That was nice having all the ladies in my life together at Logan's. Needless to say, they brought their appetites and my wallet is lighter by several pounds.
Miss the babies!
Miss the babies!
Monday, October 22, 2007
Dum Dee Dum Dum
The weekend is over and the work week begins. For the most part the weekend was quiet since #2 worked then went to a friends house over night. Princess worked and spent a lot of time with friends and with lady in Indiana, that left the house to me and Lew. Saturday was spent at a party which Lew had a blast. The animals were fun to hold and pet and the toys out numbered the kids and the hay ride was a thrill to all. Lew really liked the little four wheeler. It was a good thing it had a good strong battery because it was a rare moment when he was off of it. The kids had a blast bowling on Sunday and our Sunday Night team went 5-2. This week is where we start getting the cruise stuff (paperwork) done, tonight is passport numbers and emergency contacts. Work continues to be the same ... fixing stupid is a never ending job. The website fiasco is over for the time being so now it is back to getting the new server going. That should prove to use up some sleep time.
I have a flight booked on Nov 2 and returning on Nov 5 to visit Wild Mom. Maybe a mouse will chew up the sonny-do list before I get there.
I have a flight booked on Nov 2 and returning on Nov 5 to visit Wild Mom. Maybe a mouse will chew up the sonny-do list before I get there.
Friday, October 19, 2007
Rain Finally!
The weekend fast approaches and it will be one where I am a Class "B" bachelor. I also get to take Lew to a Fall festival at some friends on Saturday ... oh boy!
Work continues to be a source of frustration. I spent 2.5 days recovering from their website fiasco and I am still unsure if things are finished. Sometimes you have to wonder who is driving this bus. Anyone need a good worker?
Wild Mom is enjoying her quality time with my brother and his daughter. They are waiting for the motor home to get fixed so they can camp and hopefully ride over to Gonzalez La. to see some friends. The tornado yesterday came close but missed them so all is OK and I don't have to make a repair run to Florida.
Lady is heading for Indiana to be with her mom who has surgery next Tuesday. She will return home late on Wednesday.
#1 lost his cell phone and someone found it and called me. I asked them to take it to where he works. I hope they do since we have no way of getting hold of him.
#2 works and goofs off when he is free.
Princess fills her day with school and work and then when free piddles with graphics on her computer to load up on her MySpace. Booger is in mental arrest and has shown tendency to learning anything. A Rock come to my mind when I try to find a comparison to his mental capability.
***** Soap Box *****
Thumbs Down on 11 year old girls being given birth control pills.
Thumbs Up on Joe Torre turning the Yankees down. Why should his incentives be based on how they perform in Post Season. Injuries and Player's not playing would negate his bonus. Why not structure the whole team to a base salary and incentives based on where they finish the year both as a team and individual. That may cut down some on the slow leaking some players do. Negotiated days off .... then dock their salary ... no play ... no pay.
Thumbs Up to Prince William County for their attempt to stop illegal immigration. It is about time someone does what the Federal Government has failed to do.
Work continues to be a source of frustration. I spent 2.5 days recovering from their website fiasco and I am still unsure if things are finished. Sometimes you have to wonder who is driving this bus. Anyone need a good worker?
Wild Mom is enjoying her quality time with my brother and his daughter. They are waiting for the motor home to get fixed so they can camp and hopefully ride over to Gonzalez La. to see some friends. The tornado yesterday came close but missed them so all is OK and I don't have to make a repair run to Florida.
Lady is heading for Indiana to be with her mom who has surgery next Tuesday. She will return home late on Wednesday.
#1 lost his cell phone and someone found it and called me. I asked them to take it to where he works. I hope they do since we have no way of getting hold of him.
#2 works and goofs off when he is free.
Princess fills her day with school and work and then when free piddles with graphics on her computer to load up on her MySpace. Booger is in mental arrest and has shown tendency to learning anything. A Rock come to my mind when I try to find a comparison to his mental capability.
***** Soap Box *****
Thumbs Down on 11 year old girls being given birth control pills.
Thumbs Up on Joe Torre turning the Yankees down. Why should his incentives be based on how they perform in Post Season. Injuries and Player's not playing would negate his bonus. Why not structure the whole team to a base salary and incentives based on where they finish the year both as a team and individual. That may cut down some on the slow leaking some players do. Negotiated days off .... then dock their salary ... no play ... no pay.
Thumbs Up to Prince William County for their attempt to stop illegal immigration. It is about time someone does what the Federal Government has failed to do.
Tuesday, October 16, 2007
Great Weather --- Cool
The world continues to turn and I can't find the stop button or the get off button. The weekend was busy and rest time was at a premium. Bowling was OK but I have had better days. It was probably a result of being distracted and not focused on what I was doing. Maybe I need something to beat on so I can clear the cobwebs .... oh, here Booger! One thing nice about right now is that I have both the Baseball Playoffs and Football to distract me.
On the work scene not much has changed. People get cold when it is 70 degrees and blow circuit breakers with their personal space heaters. What will they do when it really gets cold like down to 60 degrees? Once again fixing stupid reigns supreme. Hurry up and move the web site and not take any consideration as to what else gets broken. Oh, lets not forget that if you don't want to work, pass it off to others and then blame them when it breaks.
Part of my day Saturday was spent with four elementary age kids. A new youth group started up at church and I couldn't say no when asked to help out. I best be exercising so I can keep up with them. Also, I love pizza, cookies, and chocolate milk dinners.
Wild Mom is breaking the motor home in as she camps a lot waiting for my brother to show up. At least she isn't adding on to the sonny-do list. I need to get busy and book a flight down there to see her.
Lady is working hard getting caught up and freeing up time to spend with #1.
#1 has been here almost a week now. He was able to see all his bowling buddies. Of course, he tried to impress us with his smack but we know better. He leaves tomorrow to head home and start the work grind. We have enjoyed the visit but are ready for him to go but to also hurry back when he gets some more vacation time.
#2 has been busy working or hanging out with carrot-top this past week. It is funny sometimes listening to his stories from work. Gee, haven't I heard those similar words before? Hmmmm.
Princess is her usual self. Bowling with her was fun as usual and something to look forward too. Though she has been listening to #1 too much and thinks she can beat me. School, work and friends seem to be the main push of her life right now. Except when she grills me about a new Ford Truck. Booger is a big brown pain in the butt and I don't mean skid mark like. Hmmm, I wonder were that mark on her neck come from? Big Mosquito?
Lew and Lil Princess were once again a thrill. Lew even acted grownup on Sunday and things were really fun. I guess I will have to start carrying the camera around so I can get pics of Lil Princess. This Sunday I had her grinning and smiling for a long time as we played on the floor. I think a few people were amazed at how much she was responding.
On the work scene not much has changed. People get cold when it is 70 degrees and blow circuit breakers with their personal space heaters. What will they do when it really gets cold like down to 60 degrees? Once again fixing stupid reigns supreme. Hurry up and move the web site and not take any consideration as to what else gets broken. Oh, lets not forget that if you don't want to work, pass it off to others and then blame them when it breaks.
Part of my day Saturday was spent with four elementary age kids. A new youth group started up at church and I couldn't say no when asked to help out. I best be exercising so I can keep up with them. Also, I love pizza, cookies, and chocolate milk dinners.
Wild Mom is breaking the motor home in as she camps a lot waiting for my brother to show up. At least she isn't adding on to the sonny-do list. I need to get busy and book a flight down there to see her.
Lady is working hard getting caught up and freeing up time to spend with #1.
#1 has been here almost a week now. He was able to see all his bowling buddies. Of course, he tried to impress us with his smack but we know better. He leaves tomorrow to head home and start the work grind. We have enjoyed the visit but are ready for him to go but to also hurry back when he gets some more vacation time.
#2 has been busy working or hanging out with carrot-top this past week. It is funny sometimes listening to his stories from work. Gee, haven't I heard those similar words before? Hmmmm.
Princess is her usual self. Bowling with her was fun as usual and something to look forward too. Though she has been listening to #1 too much and thinks she can beat me. School, work and friends seem to be the main push of her life right now. Except when she grills me about a new Ford Truck. Booger is a big brown pain in the butt and I don't mean skid mark like. Hmmm, I wonder were that mark on her neck come from? Big Mosquito?
Lew and Lil Princess were once again a thrill. Lew even acted grownup on Sunday and things were really fun. I guess I will have to start carrying the camera around so I can get pics of Lil Princess. This Sunday I had her grinning and smiling for a long time as we played on the floor. I think a few people were amazed at how much she was responding.
Friday, October 12, 2007
Extra High Soap Box
I have been asked several times lately why my mood on MySpace is listed as "pissed." Well, I am. I am disappointed in the shallowness of some people who are allowing themselves to once again be used. I am pissed because it effects my family. I have heard countless times on the back deck how, "I hate how I was used ... all they wanted was to get me to do or give up something." Now I am watching those same ones walk right down that road. "Duh, haven't we learned anything?" To ask for help and support and then turn right around and do the same thing is a clear sign that perhaps your motivation the first time wasn't there and perhaps it was just a chance to use someone else to gain something. To me the bond of a family is special and right along side is the bond of a friend. Right now I am seeing that to some that means diddly squat and I am pissed that it has happened.
I know everyone makes choices and for the most part they are good or bad. But along with any choice comes consequences both good and bad. I am at the point that I am not looking away any more, I am tired on waiting for someone to make the right choice on their own, to me it is time to be proactive and make some choices of my own regardless of the consequences.
If you are confused and want to know specifics, then call me, don't text or message or email me ... talk to my face.
If you are pissed off about this then please delete the URL for this link and delete me from your friends list. Because, obviously your view of friendship or family is nothing like mine. But don't expect me to look away anymore.
I know everyone makes choices and for the most part they are good or bad. But along with any choice comes consequences both good and bad. I am at the point that I am not looking away any more, I am tired on waiting for someone to make the right choice on their own, to me it is time to be proactive and make some choices of my own regardless of the consequences.
If you are confused and want to know specifics, then call me, don't text or message or email me ... talk to my face.
If you are pissed off about this then please delete the URL for this link and delete me from your friends list. Because, obviously your view of friendship or family is nothing like mine. But don't expect me to look away anymore.
Nuts!!
 I taste like Peanut Butter.I am one of the most blendable flavours; I go with sweet, I go with sour, I go with bland, I go with anything. I am practical and good company, but have something of a tendency to hang around when I'm not wanted, unaware that my presence is not welcome. What Flavour Are You? |
Thursday, October 11, 2007
Quickie Update
Let me see, where do I start. Work is the same and despite my best efforts to "fix stupid" the people keep finding ways to evade the fix. These are the same ones now bringing their home laptops to work so they can do some work. It is only a matter of time till someone launches a virus and ruins a few days of my life. If you don't know how to connect a ethernet cable in order to get internet and email ... who is to say you know how to update your virus protection. Other than that the new server is almost done and that will eat up a Saturday.
Bowling is fine. The kid's split (2-2) with Michaela setting a 58 average. The Adult league team went 7-0 against a team we always struggle with but there are 27 weeks to go and a lot can happen.
Wild Mom is camping in the Motorhome. She loves being in the woods and releasing her wild side. All I can do is wait for the Sheriff's phone call. Everything is set for the cruise and all we have to do is wait.
Lady is happy since #1 is home for a week. Work is the same, too much to do with too little time. Also keeping her smiling is her new curtains for the living room arrived.
#1 is home and visiting all his friends. It is fun having him here. I would have expected maybe the Colorado air to help improve his looks but I was proved wrong. He is now a Broncos/Rockies lover.
#2 is working a fairly irregular schedule, so we never know when he will be home or gone. He is turning into a regular game junkie who knows everything about every game. I still don't understand his trade of a Wii for a 360. Maybe he subscribed to his brothers theory of the "game cheats" when he lost and traded for an honest game box.
Princess is working several nights a week and going to school. Her grades seem to be OK though it is a few more weeks until the final ones. She finally chose her excursions for the cruise. Jet Boat acrobatics for someone who gets car-sick is hard for me to grasp. Booger is the same. Too stupid to learn.
Lew and Serenity spent the weekend and kept us busy. we celebrated Lew's 4th birthday and had some fun. The Leapster kept him busy and the DVD's got a rest.
Bowling is fine. The kid's split (2-2) with Michaela setting a 58 average. The Adult league team went 7-0 against a team we always struggle with but there are 27 weeks to go and a lot can happen.
Wild Mom is camping in the Motorhome. She loves being in the woods and releasing her wild side. All I can do is wait for the Sheriff's phone call. Everything is set for the cruise and all we have to do is wait.
Lady is happy since #1 is home for a week. Work is the same, too much to do with too little time. Also keeping her smiling is her new curtains for the living room arrived.
#1 is home and visiting all his friends. It is fun having him here. I would have expected maybe the Colorado air to help improve his looks but I was proved wrong. He is now a Broncos/Rockies lover.
#2 is working a fairly irregular schedule, so we never know when he will be home or gone. He is turning into a regular game junkie who knows everything about every game. I still don't understand his trade of a Wii for a 360. Maybe he subscribed to his brothers theory of the "game cheats" when he lost and traded for an honest game box.
Princess is working several nights a week and going to school. Her grades seem to be OK though it is a few more weeks until the final ones. She finally chose her excursions for the cruise. Jet Boat acrobatics for someone who gets car-sick is hard for me to grasp. Booger is the same. Too stupid to learn.
Lew and Serenity spent the weekend and kept us busy. we celebrated Lew's 4th birthday and had some fun. The Leapster kept him busy and the DVD's got a rest.
Monday, October 01, 2007
Brrrr
The weekend is over and I am back at work. Talk about a downer! The highlight of the weekend was spending it with two great grand kids ... Punk and Lil Princess. It was tiring but a lot of fun. Of course, I had a lot of time to hold Lil Princess. That was nice, as Princess has grown up and doesn't care for that anymore. Like usual, the naps were a great part of it too. After several weeks of missing our Mexican food at El Agave, we made it this weekend. Sunday was filled with Bowling and the newest addition to our team bowled and managed to average 31 for the three games. We should get some nice handicap from her like perhaps 155 pins. 9 Days till #1 shows up. I know we are all looking forward to seeing him since it has been about 5 months since his last visit. #2 learned the joys of working and being the new kid on the job. he was called in on Sunday to help with inventory. I even had a friend who observed him when he came to their house and commented on how much he has grown up. We got into a fight since they obviously weren't talking about #2 and I didn't want them to ruin his reputation. I didn't see too much of Princess between work, fire stations and my schedule. We did spend time on Sunday bowling and I really enjoyed it. On the downside, I miss our Saturday dates, sniff, sniff. Shoot, she even thought she would beat me in bowling. Now, that is a kid with high expectations! I best help her come back down to earth and face reality. Even #1 tried to climb that mountain and only manage to slide back down a little muddier and wiser for the attempt. Booger hasn't changed and spent most of the weekend in trouble. Lady about barbecued him after he stole some meat from the counter. "If that dog eats it then I will still get to cook it even in him." There will be a day when enough is enough.
Well, NY Mets really showed us how great they were. Someone needs to stamp a big "L" on their forehead.
Best thing about the Redskins bye week is that they didn't blow the lead and lose again. Maybe if they hired Parcells he could bring us a winning team?
I hope Atlanta Braves go home now and figure out if they will play next year like they are capable of or will they just settle for some .500 ball.
Baseball without Juicer Bonds. How nice that sounds. I hope some other baseball owners keep their integrity and let him sit on the sidelines forever!
I still maintain there is no rehabbing a convicted sex offender ... when will we learn?
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Well, NY Mets really showed us how great they were. Someone needs to stamp a big "L" on their forehead.
Best thing about the Redskins bye week is that they didn't blow the lead and lose again. Maybe if they hired Parcells he could bring us a winning team?
I hope Atlanta Braves go home now and figure out if they will play next year like they are capable of or will they just settle for some .500 ball.
Baseball without Juicer Bonds. How nice that sounds. I hope some other baseball owners keep their integrity and let him sit on the sidelines forever!
I still maintain there is no rehabbing a convicted sex offender ... when will we learn?
Friday, September 28, 2007
2007 Renn Faire
Some pictures from the Renn Faire. There would have been more but my batteries were almost dead and I didn't have any spares. :)
A little MayPole action ...
Scene from "Fight School"
Learning about "QuarterStaffs"
Elephants to Ride ... Maybe they were used to haul in some of those ladies who were busting out of their costumes. :)
Looking down one of the many lanes ...
Another direction ...
Celtic, Irish, Scottish music ... By Molly.
the dancer on the left danced the Irish jigs.
This young Lass was good as she danced to the Scottish music. I was impressed how fast she went and the floor of the stage was painted and unfinished two X fours. No indoor dance stage for her. If memory serves me, she could beat out 170 steps a minute.
My Favorite ... The O'Danny Girls ...
A little closer ... but far enough away to keep it PG.
All in all it was a grand time to be had by all. Till next time or next year ...
A little MayPole action ...
Scene from "Fight School"
Learning about "QuarterStaffs"
Elephants to Ride ... Maybe they were used to haul in some of those ladies who were busting out of their costumes. :)
Looking down one of the many lanes ...
Another direction ...
Celtic, Irish, Scottish music ... By Molly.
the dancer on the left danced the Irish jigs.
This young Lass was good as she danced to the Scottish music. I was impressed how fast she went and the floor of the stage was painted and unfinished two X fours. No indoor dance stage for her. If memory serves me, she could beat out 170 steps a minute.
My Favorite ... The O'Danny Girls ...
A little closer ... but far enough away to keep it PG.
All in all it was a grand time to be had by all. Till next time or next year ...
Fall is near.
Well, another weekend is upon us. I survived the week with minimal damage. The weather is so nice I find myself wishing I had a good reason to go back to the Renn Faire. It is mid-70's, low humidity and lots of sun. Not sure what is on the weekend agenda. I think tonight is Logan's Road House. Beer and beef ... God's staple for the real man.
Two months until the December cruise.
Six months until Nationals in Albuquerque NM.
Eight months till a Graduation Cruise to somewhere.
Work is the same. Several hardware changes are in the process of getting setup and should provide me a chance for some unpaid overtime. What a country! Tom has been in Charlotte NC. all week goofing off, actually he is supposed to be attending a convention but he will never tell.
Wild Mom is fine and preparing for her #2 son to come home from England for a few weeks.
Lady is fine. She is enduring the audit and staff meetings. I wonder if I could convince her to quit and runaway with me?
#1 will be here in two weeks. What can we do to entertain him? Hmmmm.
#2 continues to work a schedule that bounces all over the clock and days. But it is work. And he gets to deal with all the new games, could we say perpetual childhood?
Princess is still in school. She has missed a few days due to personal stuff. I haven't heard much on how school is going or her personal life lately. Who knows, maybe one day I will. Booger is still the same crap-colored pain in the tush.
Sure hope I can see Lil Princess and Lew this weekend. It is a bummer when mom works all the time. I miss those evening visits.
Not much from Kritty this week. She is driving that new car all the time and she hasn't figured a way to get Internet in the car yet. Maybe by December the newness will wear off and she will drop by again.
Ashley is working hard at her new job so that is why she hasn't been by.
My friend Blue is recovering from a medical problem in Terra Haute Indiana. Get well, dude and hurry back to Virginia.
Two months until the December cruise.
Six months until Nationals in Albuquerque NM.
Eight months till a Graduation Cruise to somewhere.
Work is the same. Several hardware changes are in the process of getting setup and should provide me a chance for some unpaid overtime. What a country! Tom has been in Charlotte NC. all week goofing off, actually he is supposed to be attending a convention but he will never tell.
Wild Mom is fine and preparing for her #2 son to come home from England for a few weeks.
Lady is fine. She is enduring the audit and staff meetings. I wonder if I could convince her to quit and runaway with me?
#1 will be here in two weeks. What can we do to entertain him? Hmmmm.
#2 continues to work a schedule that bounces all over the clock and days. But it is work. And he gets to deal with all the new games, could we say perpetual childhood?
Princess is still in school. She has missed a few days due to personal stuff. I haven't heard much on how school is going or her personal life lately. Who knows, maybe one day I will. Booger is still the same crap-colored pain in the tush.
Sure hope I can see Lil Princess and Lew this weekend. It is a bummer when mom works all the time. I miss those evening visits.
Not much from Kritty this week. She is driving that new car all the time and she hasn't figured a way to get Internet in the car yet. Maybe by December the newness will wear off and she will drop by again.
Ashley is working hard at her new job so that is why she hasn't been by.
My friend Blue is recovering from a medical problem in Terra Haute Indiana. Get well, dude and hurry back to Virginia.
Wednesday, September 26, 2007
Monday, September 24, 2007
Arrrrrgh
Well, the Renaissance Faire was a blast. Where else can you see great scenery and entertainment? The theme this weekend was Pirates. We went to several shows featuring Celtic, Irish, Scottish and gypsy music. The crowd was larger this year but we managed to see all we wanted too. The O'Danny Girls are still my favorite followed closely by Fight School. Lady liked the men in tights, it appeared that there were more of them this year. I still believe some of the women walking around the faire have no business wearing a corset that small. One old woman had them squeezed in so much the blood veins were popping out. My theory on being so tight is that if you squeeze them enough even the wrinkles will disappear.
Wild Mom is all ready to go but a small cloud dampened the fun as Bubbles passed on. We will miss the dog. Therefore, Wild Mom now has a green light to travel. I wonder if she can wear the motor home out before my brother gets there. Hmmm.
Lady enjoyed the weekend and I still could not get her to buy that women's breastplate to wear. She is a special woman and one I am proud to be around and a part of her life.
#1 is barely two weeks away from coming home. Work is busy as they apparently are consolidating inventories.
#2 continues to work and refine his plans to spend money.
Princess is near to finishing the move. Let me see, how long has it been? School is her favorite time and she is constantly trying to find new assignments to complete. Booger is his normal obnoxious self. Princess now wants to go to the renn faire one weekend before they close in October. We will start a lottery to see if you can guess how many times she will fall off or get bucked off her horse when we do the beach ride at Cozumel.
Kritty has a new car but we will not hold it against her that it is a FORD. She did well!
Good old Washington Redskins ... bragged all week on how they would be 3-0 against the hapless NY Giants. Guess what ... 24-17 says they LOST.
Too little ... too late for the Atlanta Braves. Maybe next year they will realize that you have to play baseball to win not get a free pass and back into the playoffs.
OJ ... put his butt in jail where he belongs. Let him and Vick share a cell and perhaps one of them will grow up and realize what they threw away.
Wild Mom is all ready to go but a small cloud dampened the fun as Bubbles passed on. We will miss the dog. Therefore, Wild Mom now has a green light to travel. I wonder if she can wear the motor home out before my brother gets there. Hmmm.
Lady enjoyed the weekend and I still could not get her to buy that women's breastplate to wear. She is a special woman and one I am proud to be around and a part of her life.
#1 is barely two weeks away from coming home. Work is busy as they apparently are consolidating inventories.
#2 continues to work and refine his plans to spend money.
Princess is near to finishing the move. Let me see, how long has it been? School is her favorite time and she is constantly trying to find new assignments to complete. Booger is his normal obnoxious self. Princess now wants to go to the renn faire one weekend before they close in October. We will start a lottery to see if you can guess how many times she will fall off or get bucked off her horse when we do the beach ride at Cozumel.
Kritty has a new car but we will not hold it against her that it is a FORD. She did well!
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Good old Washington Redskins ... bragged all week on how they would be 3-0 against the hapless NY Giants. Guess what ... 24-17 says they LOST.
Too little ... too late for the Atlanta Braves. Maybe next year they will realize that you have to play baseball to win not get a free pass and back into the playoffs.
OJ ... put his butt in jail where he belongs. Let him and Vick share a cell and perhaps one of them will grow up and realize what they threw away.
Tuesday, September 18, 2007
55 and Moving On
Well, it is official now. I can go to Denney's and get the Senior Coffee and Breakfast. It took me a while to get here but I have arrived. The weekend was quiet but busy. I spent my last non-senior day with nine kids at the church. We did many water balloon activities, which included getting wet. While it was a blast, I did get tired later that night. Sunday was the usual of bowling and bowling. The youth team is hanging on to first place as we improved our record to 7-1. The young woman I coach rolled a 203-187-209 for a 599 series. Not bad. The evening shift was fun but we finished the day even better. We had snacks and then cooled off in a hot tub at our friend’s house in Lake Ridge.
Looks like we may go to the Renaissance Faire this weekend if the plans work out.
No changes on the work scene. I got older but they did not get smarter.
Wild Mom is ready to go to the Caribbean. All reservations are set except for the excursions and that will be down this weekend. Bubbles is sick and not doing to well. Prayers are what will do the most. Mom is also occupied with Deszeree. It is hard having to hold her all the time and not break into baby talk.
Lady is tired but slowly catching up at work. She really enjoyed the hot tub.
#1 is coming home 10-17 October.
#2 is just working and trying to figure out bowling on the wii.
Princess slowly expands her working hours and is up to 3 days now. I guess I cannot keep her occupied enough. She is having fun with school and the time should fly by. Booger is the same. If you do not know, she is not ticklish.
Peanut has gone north to live with her family. I did not get a chance to give her the birthday card but I hope she enjoyed her 20th. I know I missed her.
Looks like we may go to the Renaissance Faire this weekend if the plans work out.
No changes on the work scene. I got older but they did not get smarter.
Wild Mom is ready to go to the Caribbean. All reservations are set except for the excursions and that will be down this weekend. Bubbles is sick and not doing to well. Prayers are what will do the most. Mom is also occupied with Deszeree. It is hard having to hold her all the time and not break into baby talk.
Lady is tired but slowly catching up at work. She really enjoyed the hot tub.
#1 is coming home 10-17 October.
#2 is just working and trying to figure out bowling on the wii.
Princess slowly expands her working hours and is up to 3 days now. I guess I cannot keep her occupied enough. She is having fun with school and the time should fly by. Booger is the same. If you do not know, she is not ticklish.
Peanut has gone north to live with her family. I did not get a chance to give her the birthday card but I hope she enjoyed her 20th. I know I missed her.
Friday, September 14, 2007
Lottery - Winner or Loser
Is the Lottery good or bad ... You decide.
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Wednesday, September 12, 2007
Snickers
Many things are happening around the house. The new cabinets are being delivered today. Painting is next on the horizon. Perhaps we can paint that crap colored big dog something more exciting.
Wild Mom is basking in dreams about the new motorhome she has. her and Bubbles sat out there and dreamed of some wild adventures.
Lady is working and maintaining her sanity. Time never seems to stretch far enough to get all the jobs done. Her bowling has improved though.
#1 is working and planning his trip here later this month. Who knows, maybe I will drap him over to the lanes and give him another bowling lesson.
#2 got in some extra work when someone didn't show up on time. Now we must find a way to keep him from misplacing his car keys. Nails and glue?
Princess is doing ok. She is fighting off a cold and sinus stuff. So the move downstairs is equally slowed down. Booger is the same in many ways. With the printer hooked up, I wonder how long before her writing assignments show up in printed form. Oh, I increased the budget item for printer paper to $75.00.
Peanut is rejoing us and will be doing her best to keep us entertained. It is good when one of the kids comes back because we missed her a lot.
Lew loves this coming over every night but hates the going home part. Of course we don't get quite as much stuff down. But it is fun.
Lil Princess is perfect ... what more can I say?
Wild Mom is basking in dreams about the new motorhome she has. her and Bubbles sat out there and dreamed of some wild adventures.
Lady is working and maintaining her sanity. Time never seems to stretch far enough to get all the jobs done. Her bowling has improved though.
#1 is working and planning his trip here later this month. Who knows, maybe I will drap him over to the lanes and give him another bowling lesson.
#2 got in some extra work when someone didn't show up on time. Now we must find a way to keep him from misplacing his car keys. Nails and glue?
Princess is doing ok. She is fighting off a cold and sinus stuff. So the move downstairs is equally slowed down. Booger is the same in many ways. With the printer hooked up, I wonder how long before her writing assignments show up in printed form. Oh, I increased the budget item for printer paper to $75.00.
Peanut is rejoing us and will be doing her best to keep us entertained. It is good when one of the kids comes back because we missed her a lot.
Lew loves this coming over every night but hates the going home part. Of course we don't get quite as much stuff down. But it is fun.
Lil Princess is perfect ... what more can I say?
Monday, September 10, 2007
The Grind Begins
Well, I survived another weekend. Everything is back in swing and the word is go-go-go. No planned getaways until December. That is as long as I do not win the lottery and then all bets are off.
Lady barely was rested and primed for going back to work today. I think the retirement fever is closing in fast for her. She loved going to El Agave, as we have not been there in several weeks. Something about Mexican food, that soothes your spirit. On the other hand, is that the tequila?
#1 is off today and perhaps will get things booked for a visit home the end of the month. He has to be careful because soon the snows will keep him confined to snowbunny land.
#2 was paid this weekend. I wonder how much is left. Now the fun comes in stretching that paycheck for XM radio, new car speakers, laptops and many other toys.
Princess found out that Booger has not lost all his parts in the surgery last week. Yes, she screamed bloody murder as the monster came alive. It was fun bowling with her Sunday. She joined my team and we had a great time. These will be some of the special times to be remembered long after we all grow up. See ... I did not mention you slide down the lane any. Booger still has not figured out the obedience stuff ... thick skull.
Lew was fun. Actually, he really surprised us by acting as if he was a lot older. His favorite phrase was "Oh my God!" replacing last weeks "Awesome."
Lil Princess had a rough weekend and was restless for the most part. I was only able to hold her 5-10 minutes at a time before she wanted Momma.
Still on our hearts: Jessi and Traci
Lady barely was rested and primed for going back to work today. I think the retirement fever is closing in fast for her. She loved going to El Agave, as we have not been there in several weeks. Something about Mexican food, that soothes your spirit. On the other hand, is that the tequila?
#1 is off today and perhaps will get things booked for a visit home the end of the month. He has to be careful because soon the snows will keep him confined to snowbunny land.
#2 was paid this weekend. I wonder how much is left. Now the fun comes in stretching that paycheck for XM radio, new car speakers, laptops and many other toys.
Princess found out that Booger has not lost all his parts in the surgery last week. Yes, she screamed bloody murder as the monster came alive. It was fun bowling with her Sunday. She joined my team and we had a great time. These will be some of the special times to be remembered long after we all grow up. See ... I did not mention you slide down the lane any. Booger still has not figured out the obedience stuff ... thick skull.
Lew was fun. Actually, he really surprised us by acting as if he was a lot older. His favorite phrase was "Oh my God!" replacing last weeks "Awesome."
Lil Princess had a rough weekend and was restless for the most part. I was only able to hold her 5-10 minutes at a time before she wanted Momma.
Still on our hearts: Jessi and Traci
Wednesday, September 05, 2007
Holiday is Over
Well, the summer vacation is over and hopefully we will be able to stay home a bit more. I have a lot of honey-do's piled up and this Saturday could be the first day I have to get started.
The trip to Conway, SC was a lot of fun. We sat around talking a lot but managed to do some sightseeing. The food at the old mansion in Mullins, SC was great. The house lent some atmosphere to the buffet but the food was good. Of course driving around the countryside was harder since our stomachs were so full. I think we checked out the eyelids more than the countryside. The trip home was long but nice. We drove all the way home on US 17. It was very scenic and peaceful and the traffic was not that bad until we got near I-95 in Fredericksburg.
Sadly, work still sucks. I remember a day when people wanted to work here just for the atmosphere. Now, you cannot wait to move on. Cannot fix Stupid still rules.
Complaint: My email and Internet do not work (as she drinks a warm cup of tea.) While standing there other people around the area chimed in that their computers were acting funny.
Fix: Unplug the cup warmer and replugged the network switch power for that set of cubicles.
This weekend bowling gets into high gear for both the Youth league and the Sunday Night league. May 2008 looks so far away.
Lady is slowly catching up and maybe by time of the cruise she will be done. She loved the lazy weekend we spent and was able to chat a lot with Ann and Lynne.
#1 is working. Not sure what the final decision for the apartment is but it must be made by Sept 17. Who knows, maybe he will find a snow bunnie to share with him.
#2 is working also. He also terrorizes the roadway as he drives to work. Now the problem becomes in stretching the paycheck to cover all the stuff he wants to buy. It never seems to go far enough.
Princess is BACK IN SCHOOL. Of course, her health takes a downturn every night in an attempt to stay home the next day. The move continues. At this pace, she will be done about the time Lil Princess starts school. Booger is getting the family jewels chopped off today. Of course, I had to take him and it took 2 hours to get there during morning rush. Another five minutes in the car with him and I would have cut those suckers off without any cost involved.
Lew and Lil Princess are growing up. Hope to see them soon. It has been 5 days since we saw them.
Mormonville is moving to Clarksville TN. Hope they are ready to live in the real world once again.
The trip to Conway, SC was a lot of fun. We sat around talking a lot but managed to do some sightseeing. The food at the old mansion in Mullins, SC was great. The house lent some atmosphere to the buffet but the food was good. Of course driving around the countryside was harder since our stomachs were so full. I think we checked out the eyelids more than the countryside. The trip home was long but nice. We drove all the way home on US 17. It was very scenic and peaceful and the traffic was not that bad until we got near I-95 in Fredericksburg.
Sadly, work still sucks. I remember a day when people wanted to work here just for the atmosphere. Now, you cannot wait to move on. Cannot fix Stupid still rules.
Complaint: My email and Internet do not work (as she drinks a warm cup of tea.) While standing there other people around the area chimed in that their computers were acting funny.
Fix: Unplug the cup warmer and replugged the network switch power for that set of cubicles.
This weekend bowling gets into high gear for both the Youth league and the Sunday Night league. May 2008 looks so far away.
Lady is slowly catching up and maybe by time of the cruise she will be done. She loved the lazy weekend we spent and was able to chat a lot with Ann and Lynne.
#1 is working. Not sure what the final decision for the apartment is but it must be made by Sept 17. Who knows, maybe he will find a snow bunnie to share with him.
#2 is working also. He also terrorizes the roadway as he drives to work. Now the problem becomes in stretching the paycheck to cover all the stuff he wants to buy. It never seems to go far enough.
Princess is BACK IN SCHOOL. Of course, her health takes a downturn every night in an attempt to stay home the next day. The move continues. At this pace, she will be done about the time Lil Princess starts school. Booger is getting the family jewels chopped off today. Of course, I had to take him and it took 2 hours to get there during morning rush. Another five minutes in the car with him and I would have cut those suckers off without any cost involved.
Lew and Lil Princess are growing up. Hope to see them soon. It has been 5 days since we saw them.
Mormonville is moving to Clarksville TN. Hope they are ready to live in the real world once again.
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