After the jump I'm going to give you some words of advice about your feet that I learned from my feet and tuxedo renting pointers. I know, it doesn't sound that exciting. You're already on my blog, it's not like you have something better to do. Take the jump.
Today, I was very productive. As I finished meeting with the people who will be making the cupcakes for my wedding I had a sense of Stewart Smalley-esque self awareness (I'm good enough, smart enough, and dog-gone-it. . .people like me). I realized that I was being constructive and doing something proactive towards my wedding day. We will be getting the sample cupcakes and KEY LIME PIE TARTLETTES, which I'm "pee my pants" excited about, on Tuesday. Did I mention my grooms cake is about 150 mini key lime pies? Well, it is.
After the glorious victory that was the bakery, my fiance and I went to look at tuxedos. The day actually themed around me from about 11 AM till 3:30 PM, I have the most patient fiance ever. We picked out a very exciting ensemble for myself and my groomsmen only to get a price just a cinch too high. Never fear though, we're looking into other options. I have to be honest though, I'm not as excited about the other options, as viable as they may be.
While Jennie listened to Gillen, our Tuxedo guru, who complemented me on my choices, give out the odds and ends bits of info about online muckery I pretended that the check card swiper was a time machine and would tell Jennie wear in time I was going then act it out. I went and saw the dinosaurs, the emotional response was fear and awe, much like when angels appear in scripture. The next stop on my time travel was to the roaring 20's as I dreamed of getting married in a Zoot Suit with matching hat and cane. Lastly I stopped off in 4 AD, I told Jennie that we had just missed Jesus, because I'm retarded and can't keep up with a logical progression of time. Time travel will do that to you.
Clearly I meant to say 34 AD, give or take about 3 years. I did have a moment of honest introspection about time traveling and landing only moments after Christ's ascension. Not that I wouldn't like to meet me some Apostle's, but it's just not even a fair fight. Did I mention that I have the most patient fiance in the world?
Back in the car I took off my shoes as we headed over to what would be one of three, yes three, shoes stores we visited. While I had my shoes off I got bored and acted out a Telemundo style soap opera with my feet. The gist of it was that Raymundo had been two timing with Hector's wife. I thought it was very clever of me to have the yell, "You Sock!" at one another in fits of socky rage. Did I mention I have the most patient fiance in the world?
At the first shoe store I had to learn the basics of shoe shopping as I have been working my way through the garbage bags full of bargain shoes my Uncle Harold gave me . . . three years age. I found a nice pair of Skechers, I'll get a picture up soon. What I really wanted was a pair of running shoes, to lose 10 pounds (I believe that is "one stone" in ancient Viking measurements) in the home stretch before the wedding. I failed at finding one pair that would fit me. This continued on for two more stores and nearly an hour and a half.
I was a bit shattered. How can I be smack in the center of the heart of excess and not be able to find a pair of size 12 wide shoes that don't look like they'd be used in a retirement home during the monthly game of bed pan hockey (Colostomy Bags vs. Pee). So, if you have size 12 feet and they are either ridiculously wide or birth defect small, then you're in luck. If you have normal size 12 feet and want comfortable attractive running shoes, you'll have to find a special freakish foot covering boutique in China Town to come up with something. Either way, I got the Skechers. Did I mention my fiance is the most patient woman in the world?
Saturday, March 8, 2008
Monday, March 3, 2008
Sad Falcon's News:
With all of the excitement and hullabaloo that is surrounding the new coaching situation in the dirty south, I expected some players I liked to go, but in the back of my head hoped that they'd never let Warrick Dunn go. They did, take the jump.
I loved Warrick from way back during his days with Tampa. He was my height and about my size and attacked defenses like those big 6'3" 220lb backs. He was inspired on the field and an inspiration off of it. Dunn started a organization to help purchase and furnish homes for needy single parents. Having lost his mother at a young age he understood what it meant when someone helped a single parent. It's nice to see an athlete who doesn't cause trouble and who helps more than he hurts the community.
What a legacy it is, the 22nd back to rush for 10,000 yards. A humble champion for the needy. The man will be greatly missed, by me if no one else. I'll still wear my Dunn jersey during the games. I have to admit though, that if he goes to another team, I'll have a new second favorite team. If he retires I'll tell my kids about the little running back who could.
I loved Warrick from way back during his days with Tampa. He was my height and about my size and attacked defenses like those big 6'3" 220lb backs. He was inspired on the field and an inspiration off of it. Dunn started a organization to help purchase and furnish homes for needy single parents. Having lost his mother at a young age he understood what it meant when someone helped a single parent. It's nice to see an athlete who doesn't cause trouble and who helps more than he hurts the community.
"The legacy he leaves in Atlanta will be long-remembered and appreciated by his fellow players, fans and the community," Atlanta owner Arthur Blank said. "In my mind, Warrick will always be part of the Falcons family."
What a legacy it is, the 22nd back to rush for 10,000 yards. A humble champion for the needy. The man will be greatly missed, by me if no one else. I'll still wear my Dunn jersey during the games. I have to admit though, that if he goes to another team, I'll have a new second favorite team. If he retires I'll tell my kids about the little running back who could.
Thursday, February 21, 2008
Welcome to Spootopia:
That's the Spootopian flag. Fly it if you wish to pass safely through these here blogging waters or if you wish to show yourself friendly to the Spootopian cause.
The Phyllobate Terribilis is the most poisonous frog in the world. It has enough toxin to kill up to 10 humans,or even 20,000 mice! This frog is considered the most poisonous animal in the world. If you were to take poison from this frog, equal to the size of the period at the end of this sentence, it would be enough to kill a full grown human.
You're either with us or you're against us.
Thursday, February 14, 2008
My Musical Protege:
Please keep in mind that I've only been working with Stanley for a little while. I really feel like he's going to be something special if he will just put the time into practice. Of course, I'm not the best guitar player in the world so I know at some point he'll need a better teacher. Take the jump to check out my pupil. I taught him everything he knows.
I'm proud of him.
P.S. How about that bass player? He's just as sick as Jordan. Stanley Jordan is a freak.
I'm proud of him.
P.S. How about that bass player? He's just as sick as Jordan. Stanley Jordan is a freak.
Wednesday, February 13, 2008
He's not a terrorist:
My friend Andrew over at Call To Die, has decided to give his 10 cents and throw his hat into the realm of politics. Andrew addresses the present presidential election in the case of one candidate and hinges it on what he believes to be the most important issue facing moral human beings today. You can read his article here.
Andrew also blogs over at Strange Baptist Fire, who some of you may remember drove readers here and sparked a rowdy discussion about the Pope.
After the jump I'm going to take a look at Barack Obama and something that has been bothering me. It's not about him, in fact this won't have much to do with politics, although nothing I say should be taken as support for him as president.
Barack Hussein Obama is not a terrorist. Saddam Hussein is not Barack Hussein Obama. They share a common name, but I believe they differ greatly on most other pertinent issues. For example, Barack Hussein Obama is running for President of the United States of America. Saddam Hussein is dead. That's just one of the many differences.
I've received a few emails at this point reminding me not to vote for the hell-soaked devil party. The most recent actually started out telling me why a Muslim could never make a good President. I read it and saw what it was getting at. The whole things was really ham fisted and seemed like a reach, but then I got to the bottom. Where I was shown that the point wasn't to show the superiority of the Christian world view, it was to cripple Barack Hussein Obama's presidential bid. Sheew. . .and I almost voted for him. Thanks email.
Here's the last part of the email.
Quick point, yes, you can be a good American and be a good Muslim. Just like you can be a good American and be a non-Christian. I think the idea is that you can't be a good American and blow up American buildings. That statement seems more valid.
Alright, so one more quick point. I remember reading about a period when it was healthy to be suspicious of every person who looked Asian. I was born from parents who were raised around the McCarthy era. I myself snuck in at the tail end of the Cold War. Is it really healthy to be suspicious of every Muslim? Probably just as healthy as thinking every, single male who looks creepy is a child molester.
The big print is what bothers me, not because of the bold political statement it's making. But, because it's completely untrue, Barack Hussein Obama is not a Muslim. Keith Ellison is a Muslim. Keith Ellison was sworn in on the Quran. Barack Hussein Obama is in fact a long standing member of the Church of Christ. While they are a bit liberal for my taste I would hardly call them an Islamic organization.
Barack Hussein Obama is not a terrorist. If you are a Christian, please stop telling me that you and I should not vote for him because he won't swear in on the Bible. If he wins, he will be sworn in on his own personal Bible, most likely. If you don't want to vote for Obama, make it because of something worth noting, like his pro-choice stance or any number of policy related issues. If you are going to vote for Obama, make it for something other than trying to be a part of the group who voted in the first African American president. Stop wasting time with trivial garbage.
Finally, I don't remember us declaring a religion war. Though, that's not really Americas style anymore is it?
Let's focus on the adoration of our Heavenly Father to the point where it spills over into our daily lives causing any effect in our surroundings. You can start by praying and reading during the time you'd normally spend worrying about politics.
Wake up America.
Also, here's the Snopes article on all this hot mess.
Andrew also blogs over at Strange Baptist Fire, who some of you may remember drove readers here and sparked a rowdy discussion about the Pope.
After the jump I'm going to take a look at Barack Obama and something that has been bothering me. It's not about him, in fact this won't have much to do with politics, although nothing I say should be taken as support for him as president.
Barack Hussein Obama is not a terrorist. Saddam Hussein is not Barack Hussein Obama. They share a common name, but I believe they differ greatly on most other pertinent issues. For example, Barack Hussein Obama is running for President of the United States of America. Saddam Hussein is dead. That's just one of the many differences.
I've received a few emails at this point reminding me not to vote for the hell-soaked devil party. The most recent actually started out telling me why a Muslim could never make a good President. I read it and saw what it was getting at. The whole things was really ham fisted and seemed like a reach, but then I got to the bottom. Where I was shown that the point wasn't to show the superiority of the Christian world view, it was to cripple Barack Hussein Obama's presidential bid. Sheew. . .and I almost voted for him. Thanks email.
Here's the last part of the email.
Therefore after much study and deliberation, perhaps we
should be very suspicious of ALL MUSLIMS in this country.
They obviously cannot be both "good" Muslims and good Americans.
Call it what you wish; it's still the truth.
You had better believe it.
The more who understand this, the better it will be for our
country and our future. The
religious war is bigger than we know or understand.
And Barack Hussein Obama, a Muslim, wants to be our President?
You HAVE to be kidding?! Wake up America!
Obama even says if he wins the election, he will be sworn in on the
Quran (Koran)---not the Bible!
Quick point, yes, you can be a good American and be a good Muslim. Just like you can be a good American and be a non-Christian. I think the idea is that you can't be a good American and blow up American buildings. That statement seems more valid.
Alright, so one more quick point. I remember reading about a period when it was healthy to be suspicious of every person who looked Asian. I was born from parents who were raised around the McCarthy era. I myself snuck in at the tail end of the Cold War. Is it really healthy to be suspicious of every Muslim? Probably just as healthy as thinking every, single male who looks creepy is a child molester.
The big print is what bothers me, not because of the bold political statement it's making. But, because it's completely untrue, Barack Hussein Obama is not a Muslim. Keith Ellison is a Muslim. Keith Ellison was sworn in on the Quran. Barack Hussein Obama is in fact a long standing member of the Church of Christ. While they are a bit liberal for my taste I would hardly call them an Islamic organization.
Barack Hussein Obama is not a terrorist. If you are a Christian, please stop telling me that you and I should not vote for him because he won't swear in on the Bible. If he wins, he will be sworn in on his own personal Bible, most likely. If you don't want to vote for Obama, make it because of something worth noting, like his pro-choice stance or any number of policy related issues. If you are going to vote for Obama, make it for something other than trying to be a part of the group who voted in the first African American president. Stop wasting time with trivial garbage.
Finally, I don't remember us declaring a religion war. Though, that's not really Americas style anymore is it?
Let's focus on the adoration of our Heavenly Father to the point where it spills over into our daily lives causing any effect in our surroundings. You can start by praying and reading during the time you'd normally spend worrying about politics.
Wake up America.
Also, here's the Snopes article on all this hot mess.
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