Just Thought You Would Like To Know...

Despite the mind numbing boredom of learning IRAs today, there was a pretty funny moment at work. Around our two building there has been alot of new construction. This translates into much dirt, noise and aggravation because our parking situation is both confusing and detouring. However, once in while a point of humor does arise and this was one instance of it. This afternoon, while I was speaking to a co-worker about work matters, the loudest quasi-fart drilling noise occurred. It prompted both of us, as well as every once else in the quad (at least those with a sense of humor) to chuckle. It only last a few seconds but then a few minutes later we had another instance. Ahhh, got to love those few great funny office moments!

A Diagnose of Backyard BBQ

I was going to write this post whining about how my belief in unconditional love was slowly getting tarnished or how nothing can bring two friends closer together than discussing the mutual disgust and utter grossness of another's actions. Oh well, can't change what others think, right? And besides, how can I deep into such heavy issues with backyard bbq approaching so fast.

For those of you that know me, you must know that I heart the backyard barbecue that my brother and I have been throwing for the past few years. It is a chance to relax and kick back with some family and friends. I like the 4th of July because it tends to be a low maintance holiday although normally there are at least one or two stress fights prior to the party between my mom, my brother and me. However, it all gets pulled together and as soon as I have had a few drink and break out the guitar to "play" songs I can truly say that I am having a blast.

Ironman: They brought the noise American Style!

Congrats to Bryce, Kurt, Brian and Su for kicking some major butt at the Ironman in France! I cannot even imagine what you all just went through. My lazy ass is off to enjoy the rest of my easy goin Sunday. You are all fucking stallions! Can't wait to hear all about it when you return. I hope you are partying it up and enjoying the rest of your trip! Heavens know you earned it and then some!

http://ironman.com/events/ironman/france/?show=tracker&y=2006

12/21/05 - 6/21/06: Six Months Later...

Okay, this one is going to take me a little bit of time to write for both good and hard reasons. I want to try to get it done today but I guess that at least starting it is a step in the right direction. Alot has changed and alot of constants have remained the same. People have shown me their true selves both giving me glimpses of the positive and the negative. Sorry to be so vague on this one but this post is for me. It is my personal journey, my reflection and doing this helps.

Can I Get A Witness & An Air High Five???

Today at approx. 4:23 pm today I had the first chance to work my new tattoo fittingly into a conversation. Recently I was settling for the "Hey, look at my new tat!!" or "See what I did!" However, after noticing the month of my b-day, Ron came up to me and we discussed the comraderies that fellow Leos chat about. And me, looking for the golden moment, seized it by lifting up my shirt (office appropriately) and pointing out my small ink Leo symbol. Yeah, finally fit it in. Now my hope (fingers crossed) is that someone will use the ever cheesy, "Baby, what's your sign?" line with me at Alicia's b-day drinking/dancing lets boogie like we are 21 again extravaganza on Saturday night so I can flash it again. Oh yeah, we all gonna have some fun! Come join us if you are in that neck of the woods!

My Adventures As A Card Carrying, Corn Buttering Carny

This past Thursday, Saturday and Sunday (Friday was a waste because of work, credit union matters to tend to and softball game) I helped to cook corn on the cob, sweet potatoes and baked potatoes for the Parma Jaycees at the Parma Rib Burnoff. I must say, it was very fun yet tough work. I feel beat. Rox and Neil were there so much longer than me that I do not know how they managed to never stop smiling. I think I need to take some time away from looking at corn and my body also needs to go through some serious detox from all of the crappy carnival food that I ingested. Funnel cakes and fried icecream, need I say more?

Took tomorrow off work. I think I am going to work on getting the corn stench out of my clothes and I also need to boggie up to Tri-C to pick out my books for my fall class. I also need to run and perhaps squeeze in some quality time with friends. Yet, sleeping in is still the highest of my priorities. : )

Ouch!

They say that seeing the one that you love in love with someone else is the worst kind of pain. Well, at least Michael Bolton lays claim to that theory. However, after last night and this morning I am thinking that passing kidney stones has a strong contention for first place. I have always admired those that have given birth and now I give those women even more credit because I realize that the pain I endured was nothing compared to what they have gone through. Something so large out of something so freakin small.... Good grief...

After This Week (and wow, it is not even over with) I Have Learned The True Value Of...

"You got to know when to hold em, know when to fold em, know when to walk away, and know when to run...."

Thanks Kenny. Sometimes I think you taught me more than grad school. You have most certainly "Decorated My Life".