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Monthly Archives: June 2012
Funny and scientifically correct
Well, I haven’t taken a true, hard Physics class in over 26 years so I’ll have to trust this shirt’s validity. It probably came from Think Geek.
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Happy First Day of Summer
Here’s the big shock, it’s raining in Austin for a change. I can hear the thunder and we experienced some sprinkling on the way in. I have another question/peeve too. Why is our calendar all set up this way? Shouldn’t … Continue reading
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My latest running milestone achieved!
Today I virtually passed through Clovis, New Mexico. I readily admit the gap between this destination and Ft. Stockton was much smaller than say my first target (Jose’s first Dallas abode at 208). I just have to go with what … Continue reading
Showing my love for Rogues Gallery!
For a mere ten clams, I’m willing to show my support of Round Rock’s best store and it’s close to my house! On June 30 they will be hosting comic-book writer/artist Ty Templeton who I can’t wait to meet because he … Continue reading
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Funny, relaxing dog
Spotted this dog at the HEB parking lot before I dropped Somara off at work. Pretty obedient animal but then again, it was 8 AM and hotter than hell already in Central Texas. I think the animal had the right … Continue reading
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Prometheus: Worth Seeing
Prometheus is a tricky one to review because it’s a minefield of spoilers. Despite it being in theaters for over a week, I don’t want to ruin it for those who plan to see this later or eventually on DVD/Cable. I’ll do … Continue reading
Summer of 1982 VI: E.T.: The Extra-Terrestial
Of all the movies I’ve seen in this retrospective, E.T. receives the most negative reaction from people I know. Just mentioning the title invokes an “I hate” statement. I think the respondent’s age has something to do with it. E.T. … Continue reading
More hockey blather but Wathier is staying!
The good news continues for my local team. Dallas has signed forward Francis Wathier for another two years. He’s the cardboard cutout display outside my cubicle! Mean my Francis remains valid. I think he has a shot at being the … Continue reading
A new running record set this morning
I am now entering unexplored territory for my adult running career…three miles! This may not be unprecedented because I was in track during my freshman year in high school, a sport not requiring much skill. Those days didn’t involve me running … Continue reading
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New Stars coach!
Shortly after the LA Kings and Norfolk Admirals hoisted their trophies, my local team announced a new head coach…Willie Desjardins! His track record is much longer plus he has winning credentials. Let’s see if he can turn the Stars around … Continue reading
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The worn-out UK meme/slogan
I haven’t kept up with Sesame Street for years but I thought Cookie Monster doesn’t eat cookies anymore because he has diabetes.
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Cracked the 200-mile barrier again
Last year I achieved this running milestone by July and shortly afterwards my treadmill’s motor crapped out. This year I’m ahead by 20 percent of where I was by the end of June 2011. If I maintain my dedication, I … Continue reading
Summer of 1982 V: Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan
I know this is pretty overdue but last week was crazy and the Maggi Republic is finally getting some stuff settled. Nothing terrible, just time consuming. During the opening ceremonies for the first screening, MC Zack let everybody know that … Continue reading
New Bugs Bunny watch!
I used to wear a Bugs Bunny-based watch on my left wrist from 1996 until the two I owned broke several years ago. Getting the talking one repaired requires numerous annoying hoops to jump through with Armitron; I’ll get to … Continue reading
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How did my recent backfill go?
The short version: really well and I will apply the next opening to be a Technical Account Manager (TAM) should one appear. The longer version: It was a great experience. I had a decent idea what a TAM did but … Continue reading
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