Just checking in
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Posted:Nov 11, 2010 6:22 pm
Last Updated:Nov 14, 2010 8:15 am
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Well it's been a couple of busy days. I've only a couple of minutes here and there to even log in lately. Life seems to be keeping me rather busy at the moment and it's all good so I don't mind.
Today I managed to buy the first Christmas Presents and stocking stuffers. This is normally not my area of expertise. I usually let the wife do the Christmas shopping as she can do most of it in a day or two. She will spend all day shopping and thankfully she leaves me home for all of it! Yes she makes me get to for some of the shopping for certain people but she knows better than to let me loose to spend money. 
Tomorrow is Friday thankfully. I'm ready for this week to end. Next week will be pretty busy too but I'm looking forward to it. It makes the week pass faster. When I started this message, I had something distinct I wanted to say but I got totally sidetracked and have NO Idea what it was I was going to say. So with that, I'll say I hope each of you had a great day and will have an even better weekend!
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Day 4
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Posted:Nov 8, 2010 5:57 pm
Last Updated:Nov 14, 2010 8:27 am
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Well today was a bit harder than I thought. Thanks to one of my favorite bloggers here, today I noticed all the new landscaped colors that have been planted along one of the main streets I travel to work. The recently finished landscaping makes the whole street take on new life. I'm really impressed with what was done. All else I did today was to try and make what was a boring and mundane day full of information and make it fun and pass by quickly. I think I was actually successful in doing so. Hopefully I can do the same for tomorrow.
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Day 3
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Posted:Nov 7, 2010 4:03 pm
Last Updated:Nov 8, 2010 3:16 am
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Well today was a lazy day. As typical, I forgot to turn my clocks back last night so I've been off all day long. Since I was at the rally last night and the wife is overly stressed out, our got to have a sleep over at one of his friends. That made the house nice and quiet. I've done three loads of clothes with one still in the dryer. It's ready to come out but I'm taking a break for the moment. The refrigerator has been cleaned out and all the dishes are cleaned and put away. Lucky for me, I had some help with that one. The refrigerator was a MESS!
When I picked up my , he told me they didn't sleep last night. He didn't make it 5 minutes in the car before he was knocked out. He did ask if we could make cookies. So tonight he and I made sugar cookies at his request. And I might add, we did so without Mom's help either. I also cooked Mom a steak for dinner tonight on the grill. That too was mighty tasty if I say so myself and I Do 
So with my chores done (almost - trash still needs to go out) I'm about done. The dogs need to be walked soon and it's time to get cleaned up and ready for work tomorrow. I hope each of you have had a great weekend.
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Day 2
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Posted:Nov 6, 2010 7:44 pm
Last Updated:Nov 8, 2010 3:14 am
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There is a challenge that has been going on but I decided to modify it to better fit me. What I will be doing for at least the next 60 days is to have some random act of kindness to others. It can be to a perfect stranger or to someone I know.
Today, I met some friends and rode down to the Lonestar Rally in Galveston. It took FOREVER to get there! I left the house at 9am and didn't get down to the Strand until close to 3pm. Now this wasn't because of traffic or anything like that. It was because of all the stops we made. We got to Galveston shortly before 1pm and decided to eat. That took the longest time. And of course we bumped into people we knew so it took longer.
After eating lunch, I picked up a passenger and off to the Strand we went. I know it sound nutty but my random act of kindness to others today was at every possible opportunity, I gave the right away to someone else. I motioned others in front of me and smiled as much as possible. Have you ever just watched the expressions on people's faces when in large crowds? There are far too many people with sneers on their faces. By simply being courteous, you might be surprised at the number of smiles and thank yous that you receive.
In all, it was a great day. I wish I had more time to spend at the rally but the sun went down and it was time to head home before the crazy people really let loose.
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Day 1
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Posted:Nov 5, 2010 3:31 pm
Last Updated:Nov 10, 2010 5:00 pm
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From another challenge, here is Day 1 of a 60 day challenge.
Today I met a customer and was able to provide a service that one of my techs was not able to complete. This particular thing I did made the customer very happy. SO it was nice to be able to put a smile on another persons face today. As it turns out, she and her husband own the little sister motorcycle to mine so I also made a new friend out of the deal and potential riding partners!
I was also able to manage getting my buddies bike washed today while he was at work. Looks like we are ready for Lonestar. Have a great weekend everybody!
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Lessons Learned
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Posted:Nov 3, 2010 1:49 pm
Last Updated:Nov 9, 2010 3:13 am
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It seems that lately, there are many friends that I know that are either getting separated or divorced. Trust me when I say I do understand that sometimes there just isn't a better solution than to get a divorce. I'm just glad I'm not there and don't have to make that type of decision.
I feel pretty blessed to have come from the family I did. Yes my parents divorced when I was 13 years old. I admit that as a , I used it to rebel and lash out. I was not a happy for many reasons and I do not blame my parents divorce for any of my poor behaviors. In fact, I'm very grateful my parents loved me enough to let me make my mistakes and face the consequences. Some of the lessons I learned then I think apply to my life today. I didn't see it at the time of course but I don't think any of us do.
No matter what the reasons are, I do not think going through a divorce is a pleasant thing for anyone. I believe it is a very tough decision to make and an even harder one to follow through with. Years ago, I lived with my eldest brother and his family. I was close to them of course and live din the middle of things. I of course was sometimes even part of the issue but I'm glad to say I wasn't a big problem. I was traveling for a living and had long since stopped living with my brother when I landed in Philadelphia. As I turned on my pager, it kept going off. It was my sister in law. When I returned her call, she was in tears and wanted to inform me that she had finally made the decision to leave my brother. For whatever reason, she called me first. Even before calling her parents or even telling my brother. Sad to say, I supported her decision and was glad she called me.
I know my wife and I do not see eye to eye on many things. TO say we are opposites is an understatement. I think there is much truth in opposites attract. Sure there are some differences I find difficult to live with but I'm open to talk and work on the issues. That includes being open to change my own opinion or understanding about a given subject matter. Yes I get angry and I say things I shouldn't about my wife. I do my best to say them in confidence AWAY from her till I can get a level head but I eventually discuss the matter with her when cooler heads prevail.
One of the greatest things I learned from my mom was waiting till the right moment. I also learned NOT to verbally bash the person I'm in a dispute with. Not once did I ever hear my mom say a bad word about my dad. Sure he was deserving of it too. My mom simply would not disrespect who he was. She loved and accepted him with his good points and even his flaws. It just meant she let his flaws be his. She owned her part and tried to move forward. Now as we got older and the time was right, we had those important conversations where the truth came out but again, I respect my mom for how it was handled. Even when the truth wasn't easy to talk about, she did so with much dignity and without hate in her heart.
Too often you hear about bitterness and hatred when a divorce happens. It's okay to feel hurt and all the other emotions that will come up. As I said earlier, it isn't an easy situation to go through. Although my brother wasn't able to make his first marriage work, after the divorce, I saw change in him. Not that he's perfect today, but the divorce made him see things in himself that needed to change. Today he has a great wife that works well for him. They are good for each other. I'm glad to see both of them happy.
Life is full of highs and lows. I think it's important to remember it isn't about what we have or who's in our life so much as how we handle what comes across out journey through life. I can only hope that as my grows older that he will have learned from my mistakes so that he might not or at least will limit his own mistakes. I hope that I am a positive example of what a man should grow up to be. I hope that one day he can look back and see what I respect so highly today in my mom. I want to be that example. I know I fall short but I hope I can atone for my mistakes quickly enough to show him a better way of doing things.
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It Happened again
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Posted:Oct 31, 2010 12:19 pm
Last Updated:Nov 2, 2010 7:24 pm
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Well it happened again....
today as I've already sated, it's my 's 9th birthday. If you could only hear this young man playing. He hasn't been feeling well so we are trying to keep him inside and not let him get overheated. He had a slight fever last night and this morning. He has been a bit cranky and sensitive so we know he isn't feeling well but if you could here hims laying and screaming and singing, you would never guess anything was ever wrong. Listening to a play is such a joy. they do'nt worry about the things we do as adults and sometimes the simplest of things can seem like such a mountain to overcome to them.
Anyway... I got detoured talking about my ... Back to the topic. As we were cleaning up and getting things ready for tonight's party, somehow, these two 7 foot tall Christmas Trees made their way into my house. One in the front window and the other in the back in our formal living room. I'm sorry I do'nt have time to get the rest of the Christmas stuff out as I'm ready for the Christmas season to start.
Years ago before our came along, a tradition was that Christmas was put out the last weekend in October. It was hilarious when trick or treaters came to the door. They would ring the bell and say "Trick or T.... HEY MA!! They got a Christmas tree up????? it was the funniest thing to see the confused expressions and then smiles come over people. When our came along, we stopped the tradition but have always talked about it. This year our wanted us to put some of it out so we have both Halloween and Christmas decorations up for the moment. So far, the two trees only have lights on them as there just isn't enough time to get it all done by the time company gets here. I'm sure as the week progresses, more will come out.
I hope you are having as much fun as we are. Time for a break and some FOOTBALL!!!
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A Good Day
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Posted:Oct 31, 2010 7:27 am
Last Updated:Nov 3, 2010 1:50 pm
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Good morning World!
Today is a good day. At 10:59AM, 9 years ago exactly, our only came into this world a healthy and happy bundle of joy. It is also 10 years ago today that I stopped smoking as well. Talking with some friends last night, my found out I used to smoke. He thought it very strange since he has never seen me smoke or drink. I think today will be a great day! I even refused the temptations of doughnuts for breakfast as that is what the boy wanted to eat. I bought them for everyone else but I stay away from them. Have a great day and Happy Halloween!
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Pleasent Evening
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Posted:Oct 30, 2010 8:01 pm
Last Updated:Oct 31, 2010 11:50 am
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Today turned into a nice surprise. Since it was Saturday, I got to sleep in a bit longer. We also spoiled the lil man this weekend as tomorrow is his birthday. Friday afternoon, I took him to his moms school for a carnival and we spent three hours out there. I was exhausted by the time we left. After we left, he and I grabbed a bite to eat by ourselves doing the guy thing. It's sort of fun to hang out with your alone. He and I do'nt do it enough I'd say.
After getting up this morning, I goofed off till close to noon. Then it was time to head out for lunch. Once more, the got to choose so fajitas it was! Afterwards, we went to Target to spend money! For those who have not yet figured this one out yet, you can bribe your . In stead of throwing a big party and spend double, we give the an option. Party with all his friends or CASH! He LOVES the cash option. So off we go. We tried to get him to save some of his money for Christmas but no way. This hasn't quite learned what saving is all about and why. I sure hope he does before it's too late.
With all his cash spent, it was time to head home. Mom put medicine in him since he was complaining of a sore throat. We tried to get him to rest but that wasn't happening. Tonight we took him to his schools carnival and let him roam free. His mom and I ended up having a nice peaceful time to ourselves sitting on a park bench. We people watched for a while and then watched TV on her cell phone. As we snuggled next to one another, she leans over and said "now this makes a nice date night." I had not even thought about it as being such until she mentioned it. So from that moment on, regardless of the running around and the noise factor, we got to be alone in our own little world just the two of us. Our was safe and playing with his friends and all was well in the world for just a little while.
Tomorrow our little big man turns 9. Yes I have a Halloween baby boy and proud of it. How else can you out do an April Fools baby like his daddy is? Have a great weekend all.
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Cultural Change
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Posted:Oct 28, 2010 6:49 am
Last Updated:Apr 29, 2024 3:38 pm
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In recent times, I've been noticing that our society as a whole is changing. I really thing it's changing for the better too. I'm glad to see positive things happen and paradigm shifts occur. Perhaps there is hope after all for all of us yet.
Where I'm going with this is this: Bad behaviors that were once tolerated are no longer acceptable. People are being held accountable for their own actions. The Houston Mayor had a that was stopped for a DUI and when the Police found out who she was, they called the Mayor and were willing to bring her home and sweep everything under the table. His response was no way! Take her to jail like anyone else. He didn't do this to cause harm to his or because he didn't love her. In contrast, it is my belief that he allowed her to face the consequences BECAUSE he loved her. It was also the right thing to do.
In the past, we have seen persons of influence be able to hire an expensive lawyer and get away with crimes that no one should be able to walk away from. Today we even have laws on the books to help protect Whistle Blowers. Our society has taken a stand against wrong doing. No one is really untouchable. Sure there are loop holes and escape routes for the few but I don't think it is the norm any longer.
Today, we are far more inclined to put a professional athlete in jail for carrying a gun or arrest him for a DUI then in the past. A rich investor that takes more than he should had better watch out. I'm STILL trying to figure out how AIG was able to be bailed out and then give the big bosses a bonus!!!
No the system is not perfect but I think the time for corruption as we once knew it is over. I really am glad to see that our society has said enough is enough and lets make right what is wrong. I'd like to see a better world for my to continue to grow and thrive into.
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A Southern Thing
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Posted:Oct 28, 2010 6:34 am
Last Updated:Nov 9, 2010 3:20 am
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This morning, I decided to totally break all the rules of being a diabetic and I hit The Waffle House for breakfast. I haven't done this in a while and I had a serious craving so off I went.
When you walk into the place, you are immediately greeted with several people telling you things like Good Morning and Welcome to The Waffle House. When you sit down at the table, you hear statements like Sweetie or Hon or Handsome. It's no secret that here in the south, terms like these are common place and terms of endearment. Now I'm not saying that they always carry more to it but when spoken, typically, they are a genuine and not a habitual thing. I like to believe that we in the south like to feel apart of and extend our doors beyond just our immediate family and friends.
Years ago, I spent 7 years living up North in New Jersey. I also worked in New York City for a couple of years before moving back south. I worked for a company and had a female boss that was rather attractive I might add. I jut joined her team taking a promotion and shortly going into her department, she and I were walking towards her office and I either called her Sweetie or Hon. I can't remember anymore. Now for me, this was and is who I am and I meant no disrespect at all. She on the other hand, took offense to it. She promptly corrected me and informed me not to call her that again. I did not take offense to her comments and did apologize to her and said it won't happen again.
Now me being who I am and all, how long do you think I was able to hold true to those words? Not long at all.  Of course I called my boss Hon and Sweetie on a regular basis but never again did she take it the wrong way or ask me not to call her that either. Soon she realized that I treated everyone I knew and worked with the same way. I was working in the customer service department so I was constantly talking on the phone. I have been heard even calling customers by the same terms of endearment.
It is my belief that I think we here in the south were for the most part raised up to be polite and extend our hands and arms out to others. It is a cultural thing that I'm quite proud of and have no intentions of ever stopping. So this mornings greeting from The Waffle House was pretty nice. I accept these greetings and extend the same to each of you. Welcome to my little house. You are all welcome to be apart of it as well. I hope each of you have a blessed day!
By the way... Did I mention that upon leaving the restaurant, everyone also shouted out loud, Goodbye and thank you for coming and have a great day? 
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Welcome one Welcome All
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Posted:Oct 26, 2010 4:47 pm
Last Updated:Nov 9, 2010 3:22 am
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By the way....
I've noticed recently a lot of new guests have arrived. Many have contributed while others just take a peak. Whatever the reason, I wanted to say Welcome! Come back at anytime and feel free to share all you like. All I ask is respect for me an anyone else you might find here. For me, this is a safe zone where i don't want anyone to be afraid to talk about what's on there minds. With that in mind, my place is your place. Keep coming back!
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Did you Know?
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Posted:Oct 26, 2010 4:44 pm
Last Updated:Nov 9, 2010 3:23 am
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According to the book Hidden Bedroom Partners: Needs and Motives That Destroy Sexual Pleasure, what your partner does after sex may have lots of hidden meanings. Immediately rolling over and going to sleep may indicate anger. Going to the bathroom may reflect feelings of guilt.
The typical person spends about 600 hours having sex between the ages of 20 and 70.
Researchers say that condoms exposed to smog and ozone are less effective.
Americans spend twice as much money on pornography than they do on cookies.
A survey in Cosmopolitan magazine said that foreplay usually last 14 to 17 minutes for the average married couple, and that the man typically reaches orgasm after six minutes of copulation.
According to the Earthsave Foundation, the sperm count of the average American male is down 30 percent from 30 years ago.
According to Runner's World magazine, two out of three runners say that they fantasize about sex while running. On the other hand, one out of 11 fantasizes about running while having sex.
On average, it takes two tablespoons of blood to get a man's penis erect.
And last but not least for today...
According to one theory, people who chew a lot of ice have a high sex drive.
So is that why I'm always crunching on ice???
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