My Salvation!

Well, sorta. THis is the new phone from Verizon.

It's the Motorola E815 and it seems to be a good one. It got on a top ten list for best cell phones, so I figured I'd give it a shot. It has the fancy V-Cast stuff on it, but I'm not into that.

The camera is good and has some options like black and white or antique. Good zoom too.

Piece of Shit!!

I have gone thru 2 of these phones in 6 months. The reception is rediculous. I can be standing in the Verizon Wireless store and have 'No Service' while someone next to me (with another model phone) can have full bars. DUMB!!

Don't buy this piece of crap!

This is a Public Service announcment from Smitty.

Simple Things

I just asked if I could get a new mouse for my computer here at work... The old was was made back in in the 90's and the left-click was shooting blanks. Not all the time, but every 5th click was missing.

I got a brand new optical mouse for my PC now. It's like going from driving a Ford Festiva to a BMW 7-series!

I'm am just AMAZED at how shitty my mouse was and I just dealt with it.

If I EVER get a new PC here at work I think I'll have to take a half-day. It'd just be TOO MUCH to handle!!

:D

Sanity

So, isn't sanity all dependant on your frame of reference?

I was walking in today and came upon a man who was wearing a baseball cap, sunglasses, a 'north face' like jacket, jeans, and a almost full-length skirt...

He was yelling to himself an a 'Nathan Lane ala Birdcage' kind of voice. I couldn't make out a lot of it, but this is what I made out:

We came up to a big church on Nicollet and 12th:

Said to the church: 'What are you doing Downtown? You're like 6000 years old!'

Then, in front of this church is a stature with 3 naked people, he says:

'Good Heavens' places a hand on his hip 'PUT SOME CLOTHES ON THAT BOY!'

Then, he scurries over to the trash, pulls out an empty orange juice container. Turns to me and says 'Did you hear about the thunderstorms in Egypt?!'

I took off! I'm now thinking it would have been fun to talk to him, but I was chicken.

I was definately an awkward start to my morning! :P

(I'm checking the weather in Egypt right now)

WTF?!?

A Craig's List Personal Ad.

Interesting...

*BE WARNED* It IS a personal ad and I don't know how your work views them, but don't lose your job over this one... Save it for home!

Soda...

I'm craving it SOOOOO badly right now. I think I just got to get through a little lull and I'll be FINE!

I'm actually down .5 pounds from yesterday. It's the direction I want to keep going.

I've cute out soda before and lost TONS of weight. I know I can do this.

It's not even a caffeine issue because I still get coffee in the morning (with creamer and 2 splendas from SA) so I know that not the deal.

I DID make it to the gym this morning to do a leg workout. They're a little pissed at me right now and every once in a while I'll hit one of those 'imaginary stairs'. You know, when you're walking along and your knee buckles? I alwasy think that looks like someone falling down the steps.

So, fellow bloggers, if you see me in the skyway and I do a faceplant in IDS... PLEASE laugh at me but help me back up. I don't think my legs will be much help at that point!

:-)

Progress

217lbs.

Third day without soda.

Must. Have. Coke...

Monday

Not sure what I want to write here today...

I had some things brought to my attention last night (all of which I can agree with):

1) I've put on weight since last year
2) I don't eat very well
3) I don't take the dogs for enough walks
4) I don't clean up the shedding hair in regular intervals
5) My room is a mess
6) I don't wash dishes promptly


All because I chose to play a video game and relax most of the day on Sunday. I was told to call and we could do something, but I had it in my mind to call for dinner plans and then hang out after that. I didn't realize it needed to be ASAP. There was no expectation set.

However, we never got around to hanging out because the mood was severely dampened. I got most of the dishes done but I don't want to play any games anymore.

Today I am sad, I over slept, i have a headache and I don't want to be at work.

Shitty Monday for me.

Glasses

WOW!

I've been at work for a half hour and I've received 6 compliments on my glasses. My glasses that I've had for over a year, but never work into work for some reason.

I have an eye doctor appointment today so I decided to wear them. Apparently, it's better to wear your glasses before an eye exam because they are less irritated.

I'll see if I can get a pic uploaded, but who knows how that'll go.

Gonna be a BUSY day! Doing my work AND the work of the normal dispatcher in IT. ICK!

Happy Friday Peeps!

Gym Towels

DON'T LEAVE HOME WITHOUT ONE!!

I went to the gym today and realized I hadn't packed a gym towel when I was diggin around for my gear.

I went to the desk and paid $1 for two of the tiny YMCA towels. I popped them int my locker and proceeded to the workout floor to do my thing.

After 45 minutes, I head down to the locker room and grab my towels. Wrapped one around my waist and folded the other up so I could tie it around one of the banisters (so no one would take it).

After 5 minutes in the steamroom I head to the shower and get all squeaky. I untie my other towel from the baister and bring it up to my face to dry it.

HOLY MOTHER OF GOD!!

The towel REEKED of body odor!! Not like it could have been transferred from me or anything, this shit was BUILT IN!

I don't know if this one missed the laundry cycle or what the fuck happened, but I used it to cover my privates (after I dried off using a hand dryer) and scurried back to tmy locker to get dressed.

I took it with me downstairs and went to the front desk. I told them it was repulsive and one of the workers grabbed it (because I only really dried my face) and held it about a foot away from her nose. She could smell it too...

I'm so FUCKING grossed out right now I could vomit.

Cool Weather

Another BEAUTIFUL morning!!

I know we bitch and complain about how cold and long our winters are here in MN. Honestly, I think the Spring and Fall weather COMPLETELY make up for it. I love being able to wear shorts and a hoodie.

I know it's a little early to be wishing for Fall, but I love it! Besides, piling up leaves and hiding from the pups is about one of the FUNEST things I have ever done!!

Happy Thursday!!

Um... BRRRRRR!!

OK, I realize we're not even scratching the surface when it comes to the Minnesota deep-freeze, but I was NOT READY for 54 degrees this morning.

I took the pooches out for their morning activities and WOW: I was shivering!!

Good thing is I had to walk in today, so I wasn't a big, ol' sweaty mess by the time I got to work.

Well... With the sun shining now, I'm sure it'll be up to 80 or 90 by the time I leave today!

:)

Happy Wednesday Friends!

Stage One: Collect Underpants!

LADIES AND GENTLEMEN!!

My underwear has just been lifted! I'm not talking about a wedgie or anything like that. My sweaty boxer briefs that I worked out in today have left the building!!

After lifting and spending some time on the bike, I came down to the locker room and disrobed. I left all of my stinky clothing in a pile in front of my locker... I see others do it all the time so I didn't even think much of it.

I went to the steam room for my 5 minute steam bath (feels good when trying to clear up a cold) then hopped in the shower for a nice hot shower. I toweled off, weighed myself (218lbs. -- 18 pounds to go) and headed back to my locker.

Started getting ready, got all gussied up for going back to work, and then began re-packing my gym bag... I searched and searched and searched for my boxer briefs, but they were nowhere to be found. Gone. Buh Bye.

Odd... VERY odd...

I'm kinda grossed-out about it, but a little bit flattered too. I just hope I don't get them back...

Fat-Ass-B-Gone!

OK, I'm not a fat-ass but there are days I sure feel like it!

I need to try and be more efficient at the gym... 5 days a week for about 45 minutes... The 10 minutes walk through the skyway eats up a bit of my lunch... BUT, I can maximize the time. I CAN do it.

I just need to read up on the weight-lifting vs. cardio and how to combine the two. If you know of any good articles or websites, let me know!

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Saw 'War Of The Worlds' on Sunday... ummm... LAME!!! It was kinda freaky for a while, but when the end comes I felt I got screwed on the explanation. Ruined the movie for me. We were going to see the 'Brothers Grimm' but we missed it by 10 minutes... DEVIL!

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I'm also on a new financial plan... ALL credit cards, including my debit card, have been hidden. They will no longer be on my person everyday so I will resist the temptation to BUY! I have $30 to last me the week, bought groceries so I can bring my own lunch and eat healthy at home, AND I can only eat what I have brought with me... We'll see how this goes.

Wish me luck!!

Milwaukee Tournament

CONGRATULATIONS PUPPIES!!

The Minneapolis Bad Puppies took 4th place in the 'C Recreational' division at the Dairyland Classic in Milwaukee, Wisconsin over the Labor Day weekend!!

Now, you're probably wondering why I'd be happy about 4th place?

1. The Bad Puppies played in the 'D' division in our league here in MPLS. It was a stretch for us to play in 'C Rec', but I wanted to see if we could play up a bit. I'd sure like to see us play some tougher teams next season.
2. We entered the 'C Rec' division with 9 other teams. Four of those teams were from Minneapolis. We finished better off than the Gliders and the Crew (Aaron played for them), but got knocked down into the loser's bracket by the Racers.
3. Our final game was against the OurGuys.com team from Toronto. Apparently they are 'porn stars', but I honestly think it's SUPERLOW-BUDGET porn... Anyway, it was a rough game. At one point, I believe we were down 18-5 and the Puppies rallied back to TIE the game in extra innings. WE had some major drama toward the end of the game, but they stopped us from scoring the one two runs we needed to beat 'em. 65 minutes
   ...they are 'pornstars', but I honestly thinkit's SUPERLOW-BUDGET porn...
   
   (of excellent softball and probably the most EXCITING game in the entire tournament. Even the locals rallied behind us, but Toronto pulled ahead!
4. Losing to Toronto soon became the highlight of the tournament for me. After we finished, the Racers took the field to take on the same team we lost to. Rumor has it that the pre-game pep talk contained a phrase similar to this: We will NOT be beat by a team that almost lost to the Puppies! Irony at its best!! The Racers were SHUT OUT!! They lasted about 15 minutes against the Toronto team and only got 2 hits that resulted in ZERO runs. (At the opening party, Kevin from the Outlaws had said: You're going to struggle in C Rec... Ummm, Kevin was playing for the Racers in this Tournament. :D )
5. This tournament was unlike any other. For 4th place they gave all 4th place and Spirit teams a cruise on the river and Lake Michigan for 2 hours... SWEEEEEEEEEEET!

We've already begun talking about going again next year, but staying at a different hotel. The Best Western downtown SUCKS ASS!! They're rude, disorganized, and the hotel just seemed DIRTY!

That's what I got for now...

Oh, I got to ride down in a new Mustang convertible!! Made my weekend!

Pics in Flickr!

Check out some of the new pics!

I have to rotate some others and I'll get them up there too!

Hi Y'all!

I'm back at work and working thru some stuff here, but I just wanted to say hello!

I'll post during lunch all about the tournament and stuff!!