My manager walked into my office today, which he rarely does. So I knew it was not going to be my day when he asked me if I saw this particular email. Well, obviously I didn't see it because the contents of the email suggested for someone to investigate this new line of work. It was his subtle way of asking me, "can you do this?" Gee thanks, boss.
I am actually looking forward to doing this new task, but at the same time my current workload is not a friendly one. And the kicker is that I am going to start taking graduate classes this upcoming semester. This EngiNerd is in for the Fall of his life. Sweet pun. *self-hi-five*
Monday, August 30, 2004
Sunday, August 29, 2004
A Four Letter Word
GOLF. Sometimes the game is good to you. Other days it's not. Today was the latter. Meadow Lakes was the battlefield of choice today. Lost half a dozen balls to the creek lined course. Surprisingly, I shot a 102. First my putter failed me, and then I developed the shanks on the back nine. Could have been worse.
The only positive out of the whole day was that my friend and I got two free rounds with carts and 2 free buckets of balls for the driving range. Since I still had a semi-bad ankle, I could only play with a cart. However, a tournament was going on and the course's cart supply was all used up. An hour after our original tee time, we finally got a cart to ride. And for our patience we were rewarded. Though with ying there's yang. On the last 3 holes it began to pour cold rain. FREE...another four letter word. It was just too good to be true.
The only positive out of the whole day was that my friend and I got two free rounds with carts and 2 free buckets of balls for the driving range. Since I still had a semi-bad ankle, I could only play with a cart. However, a tournament was going on and the course's cart supply was all used up. An hour after our original tee time, we finally got a cart to ride. And for our patience we were rewarded. Though with ying there's yang. On the last 3 holes it began to pour cold rain. FREE...another four letter word. It was just too good to be true.
Friday, August 27, 2004
Bring On Book Six
Finished Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix. I was a bit disappointed in Harry's character. Though I understand he's going through his teenage years. Granted, I still enjoyed the book. The 3rd book is still my favorite even though the movie couldn't represent.
I'm kind of bummed out that I can't kick it with my friends in the Twin Cities tonight. My sprained left ankle is too painful to stand on. I need to let it heal for the Boundary Waters canoeing/camping trip next week. That trip is a little more important.
I guess I'm watching Olympics on a Friday night while icing my ankle. Fun. Unfortunately, I already know the result of the USA quarterfinal basketball game thanks to the internet and NBC's delayed coverage. What was the US thinking when they made Boozer, Carmelo and LeBron late additions to the team? Where are the long range shooters? Answer me that. I'm going to watch the WNBA from now on. Go Seattle Storm!
I'm kind of bummed out that I can't kick it with my friends in the Twin Cities tonight. My sprained left ankle is too painful to stand on. I need to let it heal for the Boundary Waters canoeing/camping trip next week. That trip is a little more important.
I guess I'm watching Olympics on a Friday night while icing my ankle. Fun. Unfortunately, I already know the result of the USA quarterfinal basketball game thanks to the internet and NBC's delayed coverage. What was the US thinking when they made Boozer, Carmelo and LeBron late additions to the team? Where are the long range shooters? Answer me that. I'm going to watch the WNBA from now on. Go Seattle Storm!
Thursday, August 26, 2004
Worth The Pain
The epic sports rivalries of Jordan versus Bird, Red Sox versus Yankees, Michigan versus Ohio State will always be debated as to which is the best by sports fans until the end of time, or when beer ceases to exist on the planet (whichever comes first). However in the microcosm of small town sports, there is a new rivalry to be spoken of in the days (not years) to come...the Rochester IBM soccer teams of Cabellon versus Yanes.
First, a little history... I played for Yanes' soccer team for the past two years, but hardly got any playing time. And that was understandable because I've never played the game in my life. However, as the circle of friends grew over time, so did the pressure to form a new team surmount on my shoulders. Along with the defection of myself from Yanes' team, came 4 of my friends. Oops. No hard feelings. We have a (not so) secret nickname for our soccer team, The Darkside.
Tonight was the first ever meeting between our teams. We dealt the first blow taking a 1-0 lead, but not even 10 minutes later they equalized it on broken play. I play goalkeeper for our team, and I deflected their first attempt. But on the rebound of the deflection, one of our defenders made sloppy clear and they put away the second attempt. To make matters worse, I ended up spraining my only good ankle (note: I sprained my other ankle 2 weeks ago playing 21 in basketball...foolish). The pain of having to watch a tight game from the sidelines was almost too much, but I'm sure that was the feeling in my ankles and not my gut. I came back like Rocky versus Ivan Drago in the 2nd half to GK with a 3-1 lead. With 2 useless ankles, I miraculously made save after save. Am I that good? That's for you to decide. We won the game 5-1, and dealt Yanes' team their first loss of the season. The Darkside's record is now 5-2-0. With 3 games to go in the season, the championship is at stake. However, Round 2 of Cabellon versus Yanes is still to be played. Stay tuned.
First, a little history... I played for Yanes' soccer team for the past two years, but hardly got any playing time. And that was understandable because I've never played the game in my life. However, as the circle of friends grew over time, so did the pressure to form a new team surmount on my shoulders. Along with the defection of myself from Yanes' team, came 4 of my friends. Oops. No hard feelings. We have a (not so) secret nickname for our soccer team, The Darkside.
Tonight was the first ever meeting between our teams. We dealt the first blow taking a 1-0 lead, but not even 10 minutes later they equalized it on broken play. I play goalkeeper for our team, and I deflected their first attempt. But on the rebound of the deflection, one of our defenders made sloppy clear and they put away the second attempt. To make matters worse, I ended up spraining my only good ankle (note: I sprained my other ankle 2 weeks ago playing 21 in basketball...foolish). The pain of having to watch a tight game from the sidelines was almost too much, but I'm sure that was the feeling in my ankles and not my gut. I came back like Rocky versus Ivan Drago in the 2nd half to GK with a 3-1 lead. With 2 useless ankles, I miraculously made save after save. Am I that good? That's for you to decide. We won the game 5-1, and dealt Yanes' team their first loss of the season. The Darkside's record is now 5-2-0. With 3 games to go in the season, the championship is at stake. However, Round 2 of Cabellon versus Yanes is still to be played. Stay tuned.
Wednesday, August 25, 2004
Fantasy Football Fever
Thanks to the Arends for hosting a BBQ and online-nerdfest-draft party. The burgers were great and the "puppy chow" too. By far the best fantasy football draft party I've ever been to.
Unfortunately for the 3rd year in a row, I have been foiled in my attempts to draft Shaun Alexander in my fantasy football league (Midwest League). Thanks you very much, Mr. Ortmeier.
I think I have a pretty good team nonetheless. I drafted these guys, in the following order: Edgerrin James, Kevan Barlow, Terrell Owens, Matt Hasselbeck, Duce Staley, Jamie Sharper, Plaxico Burress, Amani Toomer, Justin Fargas, Garrison Hearst, Anthony Simmons, Keyshawn Johnson, Jeff Garcia, London Fletcher. James Jackson, Freddie Jones, Dhani Jones, Olindo Mare, Eli Manning and Jerramy Stevens. Like anyone cares.
Not only can I wait for the NFL season to begin. But I am looking forward to the many football discussions the Struggletown Crew will have during the lunch hour. We endlessly talk about football as if it is our second job. Only if it paid by the hour. Go Seahawks!
Unfortunately for the 3rd year in a row, I have been foiled in my attempts to draft Shaun Alexander in my fantasy football league (Midwest League). Thanks you very much, Mr. Ortmeier.
I think I have a pretty good team nonetheless. I drafted these guys, in the following order: Edgerrin James, Kevan Barlow, Terrell Owens, Matt Hasselbeck, Duce Staley, Jamie Sharper, Plaxico Burress, Amani Toomer, Justin Fargas, Garrison Hearst, Anthony Simmons, Keyshawn Johnson, Jeff Garcia, London Fletcher. James Jackson, Freddie Jones, Dhani Jones, Olindo Mare, Eli Manning and Jerramy Stevens. Like anyone cares.
Not only can I wait for the NFL season to begin. But I am looking forward to the many football discussions the Struggletown Crew will have during the lunch hour. We endlessly talk about football as if it is our second job. Only if it paid by the hour. Go Seahawks!
Tuesday, August 24, 2004
Hot In Herre
Minnesota needs to rename itself to Southern Canada. What has happened to our summer? Don't think we've even had one here in the Midwest because it's been so cold. Yet tonight is a rarity. All the windows are open in our house, and it is still freakin' 80 plus degrees inside. I would turn on the A/C but our electric bill is already through the roof. I can't sleep.
Why does Minnesota have the most unpredictable weather on the planet? Today it was a humid 80 degrees, but you'd never know looking out the window because of the dark overcast. Yesterday, it was bright and sunny. But no...it was cold and breezy. Thank goodness I'm not a meterologist. Nobody would want to be my friend if I was.
Why does Minnesota have the most unpredictable weather on the planet? Today it was a humid 80 degrees, but you'd never know looking out the window because of the dark overcast. Yesterday, it was bright and sunny. But no...it was cold and breezy. Thank goodness I'm not a meterologist. Nobody would want to be my friend if I was.
Respect This Fish
Played 5 hours of Texas Hold 'Em last night. A waste of time? Maybe. But I won money, so I can't complain. In fact, quadrupled my money. Nothing like strangers disrespectin' your style of play. They thought I had no clue what I was doing because I lost about every hand I played. Well, it turns out I just had bad cards. Fate fooled them. When the tides finally turned later in the night, I made my moves. And the fish became the fisherman. World Series of Poker, here I come.
...Not.
...Not.
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