Cold
It has been cold lately. And for cold by our standards in North Texas that means it actually dips into freezing over night and sits in the 40s for high a few days. But this never lasts and now we are enjoying mid 60s with full sun. That type of cold is about all I can stand and even then I wished I lived further south!
The younger LSU Daughter, who lives in Baton Rouge, thinks that she has been denied a proper upbringing by never having lived in a extreme cold environment! She scoffs at this winter here in Texas/Louisiana and declares she thinks we ought to live where there is snow on the ground for the winter. She also thinks that living in that environment would allow her to where more fashionable clothes.
Her mother and I have been there and done that. We have survived those long winters in subfreezing temps and snow. And it is no fun. Never again! Not sure how this kid who was raised to hate the cold has gotten it into her brain that cold is what she wants! The banter continues, I say I'm cold, she sighs. We just tell her once you graduate from college you can live anywhere you want... and we will visit you in the summer!
Monday, December 21, 2009
Friday, November 20, 2009
Friday, October 30, 2009
Dallas Morning News
In a recent article (on-line) about the Dallas Morning News closing one of its packaging plants, the statement was made:
"Caught in a national decline in newspaper advertising revenue, managers at The News have engaged in a strategy to raise subscription prices and shrink circulation to establish a core of dedicated subscribers."
I guess I did not qualify as the core of dedicated subscribers when I canceled my subscription. The price was just too high. It doesn't seem to make sense to me that this is the best strategy. What if they find out the core is out priced altogether?
In a recent article (on-line) about the Dallas Morning News closing one of its packaging plants, the statement was made:
"Caught in a national decline in newspaper advertising revenue, managers at The News have engaged in a strategy to raise subscription prices and shrink circulation to establish a core of dedicated subscribers."
I guess I did not qualify as the core of dedicated subscribers when I canceled my subscription. The price was just too high. It doesn't seem to make sense to me that this is the best strategy. What if they find out the core is out priced altogether?
Sunday, October 18, 2009
Saturday, October 10, 2009
Tuesday, September 15, 2009
Geaux Tigers
For Joan's birthday we went to see the LSU vs. Vanderbilt game at Tiger Stadium. It was a great time. The weather did not cooperate but it was manageable. The younger LSU daughter went with us. Nothing like a little tailgating and football on a Saturday night. Unfortunately for Joan, Vandy lost :-(
Tailgater
Geaux Tigers!!
Welcome to Death Valley
The view
Meeting up with the cousins
For Joan's birthday we went to see the LSU vs. Vanderbilt game at Tiger Stadium. It was a great time. The weather did not cooperate but it was manageable. The younger LSU daughter went with us. Nothing like a little tailgating and football on a Saturday night. Unfortunately for Joan, Vandy lost :-(
Tailgater
Geaux Tigers!!
Welcome to Death Valley
The view
Meeting up with the cousins
Sunday, August 23, 2009
Crazy Times...
A few years ago it almost looked like we were heading into easy street. Kids were moving out, bills were getting paid, house note was on the fast track and 401k was soaring. But I should have know that would not last. Nobody warns you about when your kids hit the 18+ to 25 stage that things would be crazier than when they were teenagers! Somehow we are taking care of all of their lives as well as still trying to run a household. It is necessary and hopefully temporary but things have never been this crazy before.
Plus the oldest daughter is pregnant. So I will soon be a grandpa. That certainly is exciting and wonderful. But it just doesn't sound right. How did I get to be this old? I so clearly remember being their age. I guess your just never prepared to be at the next stage.
One day at a time and trust that God doesn't give us more than we can handle!
A few years ago it almost looked like we were heading into easy street. Kids were moving out, bills were getting paid, house note was on the fast track and 401k was soaring. But I should have know that would not last. Nobody warns you about when your kids hit the 18+ to 25 stage that things would be crazier than when they were teenagers! Somehow we are taking care of all of their lives as well as still trying to run a household. It is necessary and hopefully temporary but things have never been this crazy before.
Plus the oldest daughter is pregnant. So I will soon be a grandpa. That certainly is exciting and wonderful. But it just doesn't sound right. How did I get to be this old? I so clearly remember being their age. I guess your just never prepared to be at the next stage.
One day at a time and trust that God doesn't give us more than we can handle!
Tuesday, August 11, 2009
The Daily
I love the newspaper. I love to be able to sit and read through it. Unfortunately, I usually don't have time to read it. It piles up in the recycle bin. This week I got the bill for next years subscription. Like everything else, the cost of subscription has increased dramatically. The logical conclusion then is to say goodbye to the daily. To join the post modern world and skip the old school print. Hate to face that, but it is just time to let it go.
I love the newspaper. I love to be able to sit and read through it. Unfortunately, I usually don't have time to read it. It piles up in the recycle bin. This week I got the bill for next years subscription. Like everything else, the cost of subscription has increased dramatically. The logical conclusion then is to say goodbye to the daily. To join the post modern world and skip the old school print. Hate to face that, but it is just time to let it go.
Saturday, August 01, 2009
Monday, July 20, 2009
Tuesday, July 07, 2009
New Roads on the 4th
It was another great family gathering on False River in New Roads, LA. Cousins, siblings and parents all came to the camp. It was good to get away and just be with the ones you love in a place you love.
Dad and Joan blogged about it:
Dad's blog
Joan's blog
Here are some more visuals to go with it.
Refreshments!
Relaxation .... Joan and Amanda reading on the pier
More relaxation, Jamie using the hammock to its fullest!
Swimming in the River
Fireworks at Baton Rouge. We sit on the levy of the mighty Mississip' and watch the show launch from a barge in the river.
Pyrotechnics! After the Baton Rouge show we return to the camp to light off our own show! These babies were procured from Ms. Shirley in Morganza for a wad of cash and a dozen boiled crabs! Nothing like the thrill of lighting the fuse and running for it.
What a great weekend!
It was another great family gathering on False River in New Roads, LA. Cousins, siblings and parents all came to the camp. It was good to get away and just be with the ones you love in a place you love.
Dad and Joan blogged about it:
Dad's blog
Joan's blog
Here are some more visuals to go with it.
Refreshments!
Relaxation .... Joan and Amanda reading on the pier
More relaxation, Jamie using the hammock to its fullest!
Swimming in the River
Fireworks at Baton Rouge. We sit on the levy of the mighty Mississip' and watch the show launch from a barge in the river.
Pyrotechnics! After the Baton Rouge show we return to the camp to light off our own show! These babies were procured from Ms. Shirley in Morganza for a wad of cash and a dozen boiled crabs! Nothing like the thrill of lighting the fuse and running for it.
What a great weekend!
Monday, June 29, 2009
Rail Adventure
Last week Joan and I took a day off and decided to have an adventure on the Dallas rail system (DART). We drove to LBJ and Central Expressway and caught the redline downtown. It was very nice and easy to use. The trip was $1.50 each way.
We road down to the Cityplace station. From there we caught the free McKinney Street Car trolley. The street car runs down to the arts district. We visited to the Nasher and Dallas Museum of Art. It was a great experience. After the museums we jumped back on the trolley, then train and drove home.
It was a great day!
McKinney Street Trolley
Outdoor sculpture at the Nasher
Last week Joan and I took a day off and decided to have an adventure on the Dallas rail system (DART). We drove to LBJ and Central Expressway and caught the redline downtown. It was very nice and easy to use. The trip was $1.50 each way.
We road down to the Cityplace station. From there we caught the free McKinney Street Car trolley. The street car runs down to the arts district. We visited to the Nasher and Dallas Museum of Art. It was a great experience. After the museums we jumped back on the trolley, then train and drove home.
It was a great day!
LBJ Train Station
Cityplace Station is deep underground
McKinney Street Trolley
Outdoor sculpture at the Nasher
Thursday, June 11, 2009
CONCERT > GRADUATION > BASEBALL > STORM
Four exciting nights in a row!
Concert - Les Claypool and Matisyahu at the Palladium - Sunday
Graduation - Georgie's High School Graduation - Monday
Baseball - Rangers vs. Tronto - Tuesday
Storm - High winds, rain and lightning beat up the fence and took out power- Wednesday
Wonder what is happening tonight!
Four exciting nights in a row!
Concert - Les Claypool and Matisyahu at the Palladium - Sunday
Graduation - Georgie's High School Graduation - Monday
Baseball - Rangers vs. Tronto - Tuesday
Storm - High winds, rain and lightning beat up the fence and took out power- Wednesday
Wonder what is happening tonight!
Monday, June 08, 2009
Sunday, June 07, 2009
The Good Ol Days
I just celebrated 15 years at the mother company. After ceremonies I was talking with a fellow co-worker and before I knew we were both in "back in the gold old days" conversation.
"We used to have to work hard, kids today don't have that anymore"
"We used to accomplish stuff as a team together, not its scattered all of the world"
"We used to put a quality product and make our customers happy"
blah, blah, blah, you know how that one goes. I'm sure when I started working right out of school the old timers looked at me and then thought the good ole days too.
Times definitely have changed. And in 15 years at one company it has change tremendously. And certainly in 15 years I've changed a lot. I was 30 then and life was a whole lot different. But I am glad to still have the work and wonder what the next 15 years will be like.
I just celebrated 15 years at the mother company. After ceremonies I was talking with a fellow co-worker and before I knew we were both in "back in the gold old days" conversation.
"We used to have to work hard, kids today don't have that anymore"
"We used to accomplish stuff as a team together, not its scattered all of the world"
"We used to put a quality product and make our customers happy"
blah, blah, blah, you know how that one goes. I'm sure when I started working right out of school the old timers looked at me and then thought the good ole days too.
Times definitely have changed. And in 15 years at one company it has change tremendously. And certainly in 15 years I've changed a lot. I was 30 then and life was a whole lot different. But I am glad to still have the work and wonder what the next 15 years will be like.
Sunday, May 24, 2009
Monday, May 18, 2009
Sunday, May 17, 2009
Tuesday, May 05, 2009
Proud Dad Shout Out
Daughter #2 will graduate from LSU this month Cum Laude!! And she did this in 4 years!!
I'm very proud of her!
And the icing on the cake is yesterday she found out she was accepted into the LSU Veterinary School! This is very difficult to get into.
I'm doubly very proud of her!
Congratulations Amanda.
Daughter #2 will graduate from LSU this month Cum Laude!! And she did this in 4 years!!
I'm very proud of her!
And the icing on the cake is yesterday she found out she was accepted into the LSU Veterinary School! This is very difficult to get into.
I'm doubly very proud of her!
Congratulations Amanda.
Sunday, May 03, 2009
Red Box
At Walgreen's on 407 and Morris is our red box. They are here or there but that is the one we go to. And here lately every time we go there is a line at the red box! So this is becoming the community gathering spot. While you stand in line you chit chat about movies and such with people you've never met before.
If you don't know about the red box check it out. This is a great service. The red box is a refrigerator size box outside of a store. It holds DVDs that you can rent for $1 a night! Somebody took the itunes idea to DVD rental and its perfect. You can find your movie by browsing at the red box or pre-reserving on-line. Then just return it by 9pm the next day.
Easy, affordable and you get involved with our community! Who needs blockbuster or net flicks?
At Walgreen's on 407 and Morris is our red box. They are here or there but that is the one we go to. And here lately every time we go there is a line at the red box! So this is becoming the community gathering spot. While you stand in line you chit chat about movies and such with people you've never met before.
If you don't know about the red box check it out. This is a great service. The red box is a refrigerator size box outside of a store. It holds DVDs that you can rent for $1 a night! Somebody took the itunes idea to DVD rental and its perfect. You can find your movie by browsing at the red box or pre-reserving on-line. Then just return it by 9pm the next day.
Easy, affordable and you get involved with our community! Who needs blockbuster or net flicks?
Thursday, April 30, 2009
End of an Era
Ten years ago my son was born. This made the kid count 5. The transportation of 7 people total takes a big vehicle! The Astro van we had was already crowded so with the new arrival it was time to just go all the way. We bought a full size van in Sept 99. It was well worth the money and served us well. She was named the 'blues clues' van for a while. We have logged many road trips and adventures with it.
But now we are down to only 1 kid that can't drive. Three of the kids have moved out and the fourth is on her way out this summer. And the blues clues van was starting to show her age with repair bills. It was just time after 10 years of faithful service.
The replacement was a snazy little Nissan Versa (with spoiler).
Ten years ago my son was born. This made the kid count 5. The transportation of 7 people total takes a big vehicle! The Astro van we had was already crowded so with the new arrival it was time to just go all the way. We bought a full size van in Sept 99. It was well worth the money and served us well. She was named the 'blues clues' van for a while. We have logged many road trips and adventures with it.
But now we are down to only 1 kid that can't drive. Three of the kids have moved out and the fourth is on her way out this summer. And the blues clues van was starting to show her age with repair bills. It was just time after 10 years of faithful service.
The replacement was a snazy little Nissan Versa (with spoiler).
Wednesday, April 15, 2009
Saturday, April 11, 2009
Dead Tour
The Grateful Dead is back on tour starting tomorrow. Its been 5 years since the last outing. The tribes are all geared up and the first meeting is fittingly on on Easter Sunday in Greensboro, North Carolina. The tour runs through the summer. Wish I could be there but no luck for me this time. Hope all the happy hippy peeps enjoy the family and spread the love!!
And always remember the music and Jerry.
The Grateful Dead is back on tour starting tomorrow. Its been 5 years since the last outing. The tribes are all geared up and the first meeting is fittingly on on Easter Sunday in Greensboro, North Carolina. The tour runs through the summer. Wish I could be there but no luck for me this time. Hope all the happy hippy peeps enjoy the family and spread the love!!
And always remember the music and Jerry.
Thursday, April 09, 2009
Opening Day 2009!
The daughter and I headed out to opening day on Monday at the Ballpark. We went with our friends Dave and Becky. It was a very chilly day and the wind kept blowing!
It was all fun though.
I got to hang out with Amanda all day!
It finally warmed up once we got into the sun.
And the Rangers hammered the Indians 9-1!
Love opening day... Baseball is back.
The daughter and I headed out to opening day on Monday at the Ballpark. We went with our friends Dave and Becky. It was a very chilly day and the wind kept blowing!
It was all fun though.
I got to hang out with Amanda all day!
It finally warmed up once we got into the sun.
And the Rangers hammered the Indians 9-1!
Love opening day... Baseball is back.
Saturday, April 04, 2009
Race Weekend
Once again its NASCAR weekend. The sea of RVs never fails to amaze me. Last weekend they started piling in. Everyday driving to work I see them come like ants. By Friday the city is complete. You have to admire their passion...
So this weekend we will stay far away from the track and all things west.
Once again its NASCAR weekend. The sea of RVs never fails to amaze me. Last weekend they started piling in. Everyday driving to work I see them come like ants. By Friday the city is complete. You have to admire their passion...
So this weekend we will stay far away from the track and all things west.Sunday, March 29, 2009
Ramblings
This weekend we had a cold snap roll through. It dipped down into the 30s again and Saturday remained cold until later in the afternoon. Since the overnight lows were near freezing Joan brought the chickens in. They should be able to handle it but since they are still young we figured better not risk it.
Unfortunately the golf club March outing was also on Saturday. As diehards we pressed on. It was the most brutal golf outing I've ever had. Needless to say the scores were high!
And today I was driving to the parents house. This is about 1ish on a Sunday afternoon. I had to stop at Walgreen's and then figured I would head west on 407 and out. Big mistake. The 2499 and 407 intersection has become such a traffic nightmare that traffic was backed up to Bridlewood. Needless to say it was faster to turn around, head back to Morriss and back to Waketon to get out. This traffic is really ridiculous...
This coming weekend in the annual NASCAR event at Texas Motor Speedway. So we shall be avoiding heading west at all costs on the weekend. As we drove by it today the RVs are already piling up out there.
Need to finish the taxes up this week. So far its looking like I need to send Uncle Sam some more. But I need to give it the scrub down.
In two weeks the LSU kids are home for spring break! It will be good to see them.
And April 6 is opening day. We have tickets already in hand and it is sold out. I hope the weather is nice to us.
This weekend we had a cold snap roll through. It dipped down into the 30s again and Saturday remained cold until later in the afternoon. Since the overnight lows were near freezing Joan brought the chickens in. They should be able to handle it but since they are still young we figured better not risk it.
Unfortunately the golf club March outing was also on Saturday. As diehards we pressed on. It was the most brutal golf outing I've ever had. Needless to say the scores were high!
And today I was driving to the parents house. This is about 1ish on a Sunday afternoon. I had to stop at Walgreen's and then figured I would head west on 407 and out. Big mistake. The 2499 and 407 intersection has become such a traffic nightmare that traffic was backed up to Bridlewood. Needless to say it was faster to turn around, head back to Morriss and back to Waketon to get out. This traffic is really ridiculous...
This coming weekend in the annual NASCAR event at Texas Motor Speedway. So we shall be avoiding heading west at all costs on the weekend. As we drove by it today the RVs are already piling up out there.
Need to finish the taxes up this week. So far its looking like I need to send Uncle Sam some more. But I need to give it the scrub down.
In two weeks the LSU kids are home for spring break! It will be good to see them.
And April 6 is opening day. We have tickets already in hand and it is sold out. I hope the weather is nice to us.
Thursday, March 19, 2009
Friday, March 13, 2009
Favorite Places
Can my bucket list have places on it I have already been? One of my favorite places to be is at a music festival with my wife. Especially jazzfest in New Orleans. Its something we started doing pretty soon after we got together. Here was one of our first, the Memphis Blues Festival in 1994. At that little 'porch' stage Joan is standing in front of was unknown artists. The guyplaying was handing out tapes and playing blues for anyone who would listen. His name is Keb Mo'...!
And this was from our first jazzfest in 1995. That is Coco Robicheaux, Louisiana blues and medicine man! He was pretty crazy. That was a great trip and so much fun. We have not returned since Katrina but we will be back.
So put that on the bucket list, jazzfest with Joan as many times as possible before I die!
Can my bucket list have places on it I have already been? One of my favorite places to be is at a music festival with my wife. Especially jazzfest in New Orleans. Its something we started doing pretty soon after we got together. Here was one of our first, the Memphis Blues Festival in 1994. At that little 'porch' stage Joan is standing in front of was unknown artists. The guyplaying was handing out tapes and playing blues for anyone who would listen. His name is Keb Mo'...!
And this was from our first jazzfest in 1995. That is Coco Robicheaux, Louisiana blues and medicine man! He was pretty crazy. That was a great trip and so much fun. We have not returned since Katrina but we will be back.
So put that on the bucket list, jazzfest with Joan as many times as possible before I die!
Thursday, March 05, 2009
Sunday, March 01, 2009
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
Wednesday, February 18, 2009
Conan
This is Conan's last week in the late night slot from New York. I get Conan's humor and he is hilarious. Its been fun watching the recaps of past episodes this week.
Not sure what moving up in time slot and to LA will do to his act. Thanks for all the great, funny stuff over the last 16 years.
Good luck, Conan.
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
Wednesday, February 11, 2009
Rifle
This is the Ruger 10/22 carbine. It shoots 22 caliber long rifle bullets. This model of rifle was the first gun I ever bought. Got it in 1980 and had a lot of fun with it plinking everything in the desert around Phoenix, AZ. I loved that gun. Sadly it was stolen when we moved from Phoenix.
So recently I've been wanting to get back into shooting. The boy has also been asking about it as well. So I naturally returned to my old friend the Ruger. I bought the same model and it arrived just last week. Since Texas is all private property the boy and I will head to the range to plink. But it will be good to teach him how to shoot and have some fun together.
This is the Ruger 10/22 carbine. It shoots 22 caliber long rifle bullets. This model of rifle was the first gun I ever bought. Got it in 1980 and had a lot of fun with it plinking everything in the desert around Phoenix, AZ. I loved that gun. Sadly it was stolen when we moved from Phoenix. So recently I've been wanting to get back into shooting. The boy has also been asking about it as well. So I naturally returned to my old friend the Ruger. I bought the same model and it arrived just last week. Since Texas is all private property the boy and I will head to the range to plink. But it will be good to teach him how to shoot and have some fun together.
Sunday, February 08, 2009
Wednesday, February 04, 2009
Tuesday, February 03, 2009
Sunday, February 01, 2009
Friday, January 30, 2009
Tuesday, January 27, 2009
Sunday, January 25, 2009
The 2009 List
Part of the reinvention idea is really based on the fact I turn 45 years old this year. So I guess its time for the mid life crisis where you realize the "going to get to that one day" stuff needs to be gotten to!
So the 2009 list does include resolutions that are typical but it also includes new activities I feel drawn to or back to at this crossroads in life. The list (in order of priority):
1) Ask God to be in charge everyday - I always want to do it all by myself but it never works...
2) Daily exercise - no longer an option at this age. 30 min a day minimum, no exceptions.
3) Control finances - yet another typical list item but one that is critical with 2 kids in college
4) Reinvention - subtle changes so I don't get to stale...
5) Golf improvement. The game has been stagnant for me despite myself. It's time to get serious or walk away.
6) Deer hunting. The last time I hunted I was 18. Its time to get back.
7) Fly fishing. I've always wanted to try this and it seems like a good time.
8) A technical certification - got to challenge the mind and keep work skills up
That is it and that is a lot. Probably wont get it all done in 2009 but now is the time to start.
Part of the reinvention idea is really based on the fact I turn 45 years old this year. So I guess its time for the mid life crisis where you realize the "going to get to that one day" stuff needs to be gotten to!
So the 2009 list does include resolutions that are typical but it also includes new activities I feel drawn to or back to at this crossroads in life. The list (in order of priority):
1) Ask God to be in charge everyday - I always want to do it all by myself but it never works...
2) Daily exercise - no longer an option at this age. 30 min a day minimum, no exceptions.
3) Control finances - yet another typical list item but one that is critical with 2 kids in college
4) Reinvention - subtle changes so I don't get to stale...
5) Golf improvement. The game has been stagnant for me despite myself. It's time to get serious or walk away.
6) Deer hunting. The last time I hunted I was 18. Its time to get back.
7) Fly fishing. I've always wanted to try this and it seems like a good time.
8) A technical certification - got to challenge the mind and keep work skills up
That is it and that is a lot. Probably wont get it all done in 2009 but now is the time to start.
Wednesday, January 21, 2009
Fit issues
I did do a brisk 30 minute walk yesterday around the kitchen island. So I'm off to a good start.
Then I tried to fire up the Wii fit. But the Wii wouldn't power up. Figure we have a detached cable. Dug though the massive spagetti pile of cables for the TV/cable box/ps2/game cube/fit jumble only to find out it is connected properly. Oh man, fear set in that the Wii was dead. The Wii that took a lot of effort to procure! I pulled out the power adapter and Wii box. Figured I might as well check the power adapter. Who ever hears of a power adapater going bad? But had to check it. I got my trusty digital multi-meter and set it up for a DC voltage measurement. The label on the adapter says it has a 12V output. The meter read ZERO. Problem found. I order a new power adapter which is $20 and will take a week to get here. So now I'm out of a Wii for a week. Ug, nothing is ever easy.
I did do a brisk 30 minute walk yesterday around the kitchen island. So I'm off to a good start.
Then I tried to fire up the Wii fit. But the Wii wouldn't power up. Figure we have a detached cable. Dug though the massive spagetti pile of cables for the TV/cable box/ps2/game cube/fit jumble only to find out it is connected properly. Oh man, fear set in that the Wii was dead. The Wii that took a lot of effort to procure! I pulled out the power adapter and Wii box. Figured I might as well check the power adapter. Who ever hears of a power adapater going bad? But had to check it. I got my trusty digital multi-meter and set it up for a DC voltage measurement. The label on the adapter says it has a 12V output. The meter read ZERO. Problem found. I order a new power adapter which is $20 and will take a week to get here. So now I'm out of a Wii for a week. Ug, nothing is ever easy.
Tuesday, January 20, 2009
Fitness
The new year has worn off now and any feable excuses I had left are used up. The last one being if the new president doesn't have to start work until Jan 20 well then me too! Oh, so feable I know. So its time to get back to fitness. While I'm not sure I can shed 20 lbs like my friend committed to I do need to unload some and keep the bp down. So resolution one kicks into full implementation TODAY!
The new year has worn off now and any feable excuses I had left are used up. The last one being if the new president doesn't have to start work until Jan 20 well then me too! Oh, so feable I know. So its time to get back to fitness. While I'm not sure I can shed 20 lbs like my friend committed to I do need to unload some and keep the bp down. So resolution one kicks into full implementation TODAY!
Monday, January 19, 2009
Tuesday, January 13, 2009
Blogging Drought
Not much to say which means to much going (back on the work bullet train), obsessions, angst, searching, routines, winter, and just getting in my own way!
You know how it is...
And yes, I need to buy new shoes. Both of them have a huge crack right under the balls of my feet! Cheap Kohl's shoes... Ah, and yes, I have only one pair of 'daily' shoes at any given time.
Not much to say which means to much going (back on the work bullet train), obsessions, angst, searching, routines, winter, and just getting in my own way!
You know how it is...
And yes, I need to buy new shoes. Both of them have a huge crack right under the balls of my feet! Cheap Kohl's shoes... Ah, and yes, I have only one pair of 'daily' shoes at any given time.
Monday, January 05, 2009
Pop Culture
On my last visit to Chicago this sign was in my hotel room:
'Pop' is a term for sodas in the midwest. We always used the term 'Coke' for sodas regardless of what type it was. And other people actually use 'soda'. And it just so happens somebody studied this and made a map of what term is used where. I found it at the stange maps site:
Blue = Pop, Red = Coke, Yellow = Soda
Saturday, January 03, 2009
More SEC football
This has been a couple of days of some exciting games. The SEC really did well (until last night anyway).
South Carolina - oh well, they got to a bowl
Ole Miss - Love the upset and what a great game to watch
Kentucky - Another great game to watch, East Carolina was evenly matched in this game of knees.
Alabama - Wow, where did the Utes come from? I really didn't expect this outcome and am always glad to see another BCS shake up. Leave it to the 'bamers to make a mess of it all. The Utes will go down as number 2 but will have the legitamate argument to number 1. An all to familiar yearly BCS argument ritual.
SEC in bowls:
12 teams total
8 teams went to bowls
5 wins (LSU, Ole Miss, Georgia, Kentucky, Vandy)
2 losses (Alabama, South Carolina)
1 left to play for the National Championship (Florida)
Impressive!
To bad the national championship wasn't tonight. Spreading these bowls out all over just doesn't do a whole lot for the sport in my opinion. I know we have another BCS bowl to go (go Longhorns) and their is the NFL to contend with but come on schedulers. I want my college football to end with the holidays...
This has been a couple of days of some exciting games. The SEC really did well (until last night anyway).
South Carolina - oh well, they got to a bowl
Ole Miss - Love the upset and what a great game to watch
Kentucky - Another great game to watch, East Carolina was evenly matched in this game of knees.
Alabama - Wow, where did the Utes come from? I really didn't expect this outcome and am always glad to see another BCS shake up. Leave it to the 'bamers to make a mess of it all. The Utes will go down as number 2 but will have the legitamate argument to number 1. An all to familiar yearly BCS argument ritual.
SEC in bowls:
12 teams total
8 teams went to bowls
5 wins (LSU, Ole Miss, Georgia, Kentucky, Vandy)
2 losses (Alabama, South Carolina)
1 left to play for the National Championship (Florida)
Impressive!
To bad the national championship wasn't tonight. Spreading these bowls out all over just doesn't do a whole lot for the sport in my opinion. I know we have another BCS bowl to go (go Longhorns) and their is the NFL to contend with but come on schedulers. I want my college football to end with the holidays...
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