That's what I had today. Not that I've done anything special with it. I've been playing around on the internet and watching the special features on the Mary Poppins DVD. Finally. Did conclude that I am going to take my car to Wal-Mart for new tires tomorrow.
You see, my office flooded over the weekend. After all the rain. :) A pipe burst and flooded everything. My boss called me yesterday and told me not to come in since they'd be cleaning my carpet all day. So I haven't even bothered to get dressed today. Certainly can't complain about that.
I had a busy weekend, as always now. Friday night I spent the night with some friends watching movies at Master's. Finally saw I, Robot and really enjoyed it.
Saturday morning I went over to some friends for breakfast. They've just moved into my complex. And it was lots of fun to chat with them.
Saturday afternoon I started my dance class. It's a beginning ballroom class I'm taking with Stu and Debbie. It was great to be back at it again, even if it was very beginning. I think it'll be a bit slower then when I would want, but about right for them. After all, I've had dance lessons before. I've even preformed. And I can't tell you how much I missed it.
Then we headed to Debbie's for game night. Lost Harry Potter Uno big time. Like super bad.
Sunday was the usual stuff. Church, talking to the fam, worship team practice, and a youth staff meeting. Busy as always.
Which brings up back to today.
I probably should have been looking for job stuff on-line since I have the time. But I've done nothing productive. And it really was just what I needed.
Monday, February 28, 2005
Sunday, February 27, 2005
Word Association for February 27th
Taken from Unconscious Mutterings
- You’ve got a friend:: in me. Toy Story
- Immigration:: New citizen
- Waitress:: Restuarant
- Snickers:: Candy Bar
- Recognize:: Remember
- Concept:: Art
- Birthday:: Coming Soon!
- Told you so:: I hate to be an old
- Unlikely:: Hero
- Extension:: Campus
Friday, February 25, 2005
The Weather Outside is Frightful
I know, that's a Christmas song. But it really truly is. Thunder and lightening frighten me. Never experienced that much of it growing up. So today's thunder and lightening storm wasn't one of my favorite parts of today.
Especially since the lightening was stricking around campus. Only building I've heard that's been hit was the Stewardship Services Building, which is a ways away from me and a building not directly connected with the college. But it's still freaky. And the thunder was so loud I kept jumping for about 30 minutes.
We were getting hail and hard rain, too.
Looks like it's cleared up now. Sky looks as blue as when I came into work this morning.
Meanwhile, my garage door doesn't seem to want to close all the way any more, and I'm not sure why. It closes far enough to be securely closed, but why won't it go down as far as it used to? I swear, that door is driving me up a wall. (Not that it takes much these days.)
Went to another placement company yesterday. Again, on the 101, so again, most of their jobs are further away then I'm really interested in. I consider it a bit of false advertising since he talked about jobs in the northern San Fernando valley to me on the phone but in person acts like there are never any jobs to have there. He was also trying to talk me into taking no raise to get another job. Sorry, but the reason I'm looking for a new job is to get a raise. If I want to make what I make now, I'll stay at a job I love, thank you very much. And I'm certainly not going to agree to that without looking for a while first. I've been at this a week. I'm not going to lower my standards yet. And, honestly, I'd be very surprised if I lower my standards that far.
Took Pete out to lunch for his birthday today. Nice to have a chance to hang out with him. We used to do that all the time, but now hardly see each other, even though we just work at different ends of the same building. Meanwhile, today is also my friend Casey's birthday. How old they are. (And the fact that they are both younger then me is completely irrelevant.)
That's not thunder I hear again, is it?
Especially since the lightening was stricking around campus. Only building I've heard that's been hit was the Stewardship Services Building, which is a ways away from me and a building not directly connected with the college. But it's still freaky. And the thunder was so loud I kept jumping for about 30 minutes.
We were getting hail and hard rain, too.
Looks like it's cleared up now. Sky looks as blue as when I came into work this morning.
Meanwhile, my garage door doesn't seem to want to close all the way any more, and I'm not sure why. It closes far enough to be securely closed, but why won't it go down as far as it used to? I swear, that door is driving me up a wall. (Not that it takes much these days.)
Went to another placement company yesterday. Again, on the 101, so again, most of their jobs are further away then I'm really interested in. I consider it a bit of false advertising since he talked about jobs in the northern San Fernando valley to me on the phone but in person acts like there are never any jobs to have there. He was also trying to talk me into taking no raise to get another job. Sorry, but the reason I'm looking for a new job is to get a raise. If I want to make what I make now, I'll stay at a job I love, thank you very much. And I'm certainly not going to agree to that without looking for a while first. I've been at this a week. I'm not going to lower my standards yet. And, honestly, I'd be very surprised if I lower my standards that far.
Took Pete out to lunch for his birthday today. Nice to have a chance to hang out with him. We used to do that all the time, but now hardly see each other, even though we just work at different ends of the same building. Meanwhile, today is also my friend Casey's birthday. How old they are. (And the fact that they are both younger then me is completely irrelevant.)
That's not thunder I hear again, is it?
Thursday, February 24, 2005
Thursday Threesome for February 24th
Post this quick, then get back to work!
Brought to us this week by Jill Conner Browne and The Back Porch.
Onesome: Sweet Potato-- Sweet potatoes always remind me of thanksgiving which brings me to food...what is your all time favorite holiday food that you wish you'd get a chance to eat at other times?
Pumpkin Pie and Mom's Yams and Apples
Twosome: Queens'-- do you follow what Prince Charles and others are up to? What do you think about the Queen not going to the wedding?
I follow the Brittish royal family as little as possible. Feel the same about them as I do about our politicians. However, it seems funny to me that the Queen won't be at the wedding.
Threesome: Field Guide to Men-- when it comes to the opposite sex, do you feel you have a grasp on 'em - or do they continue to just surprise you?
I don't think women are any harder to understand then men. Both surprise me to no end.
Brought to us this week by Jill Conner Browne and The Back Porch.
Onesome: Sweet Potato-- Sweet potatoes always remind me of thanksgiving which brings me to food...what is your all time favorite holiday food that you wish you'd get a chance to eat at other times?
Pumpkin Pie and Mom's Yams and Apples
Twosome: Queens'-- do you follow what Prince Charles and others are up to? What do you think about the Queen not going to the wedding?
I follow the Brittish royal family as little as possible. Feel the same about them as I do about our politicians. However, it seems funny to me that the Queen won't be at the wedding.
Threesome: Field Guide to Men-- when it comes to the opposite sex, do you feel you have a grasp on 'em - or do they continue to just surprise you?
I don't think women are any harder to understand then men. Both surprise me to no end.
Wednesday, February 23, 2005
What's that in the sky?
Something's wrong! The sky has gone from blue to grey and there's something bright shining up there. And nothing wet is falling from it. What can it be?
Yep, the storm is finally moving on. After almost a week of cloudy skies and no stop rain, we have sunshine. And I've got to say it feels wonderful. Walked down to the bookstore on campus without my coat on today, even.
We need some sunshine. It's getting scary around here again. Mudslides, flooding (including a major freeway), accidents. As much as I enjoy rain in the winter, I'm quite happy to see the storm passing.
Plus, my garage door took on too much water again, and won't open. Maybe I can park my car there instead of the street tonight!
So what else has been happening in my life?
Saturday was my turn to host the game night again. Went well, although one roommate was cleaning his stuff up just after everyone got there. Still, I didn't have to clean the entire condo myself. Only four of us were there, and we played Hear Me Out. Fun game. Especially since I won both times.
Sunday was church stuff, including a SNYF that night.
Yesterday, I took the afternoon off and met with my first head hunting firm. Seemed nice, but most of their jobs were further away then I wanted. Today, I called back several companies, most of which were temp to hire, and I want direct hire since I already have a job I like. I'm meeting with someone else tomorrow afternoon. He's talking about jobs in the northern San Fernando Valley, which would be second choice on location, so hopefully things work out.
Book blogging. Over the weekend, I finished Sit, Stay, Slay. I wanted to like the book more then I did. The plot was slow, however, with a quick rush to the end and no real clues.
Now I'm working on I Dreamed I Married Perry Mason. This book is about a biographer researching Perry Mason's creator and getting involved in a 50 year old case that the author never got around to investigating. So far, it's intriging, although I'm still not sure how I feel about the characters. Still, I have a hard time putting it down each night, even when I'm dead tired.
Yep, the storm is finally moving on. After almost a week of cloudy skies and no stop rain, we have sunshine. And I've got to say it feels wonderful. Walked down to the bookstore on campus without my coat on today, even.
We need some sunshine. It's getting scary around here again. Mudslides, flooding (including a major freeway), accidents. As much as I enjoy rain in the winter, I'm quite happy to see the storm passing.
Plus, my garage door took on too much water again, and won't open. Maybe I can park my car there instead of the street tonight!
So what else has been happening in my life?
Saturday was my turn to host the game night again. Went well, although one roommate was cleaning his stuff up just after everyone got there. Still, I didn't have to clean the entire condo myself. Only four of us were there, and we played Hear Me Out. Fun game. Especially since I won both times.
Sunday was church stuff, including a SNYF that night.
Yesterday, I took the afternoon off and met with my first head hunting firm. Seemed nice, but most of their jobs were further away then I wanted. Today, I called back several companies, most of which were temp to hire, and I want direct hire since I already have a job I like. I'm meeting with someone else tomorrow afternoon. He's talking about jobs in the northern San Fernando Valley, which would be second choice on location, so hopefully things work out.
Book blogging. Over the weekend, I finished Sit, Stay, Slay. I wanted to like the book more then I did. The plot was slow, however, with a quick rush to the end and no real clues.
Now I'm working on I Dreamed I Married Perry Mason. This book is about a biographer researching Perry Mason's creator and getting involved in a 50 year old case that the author never got around to investigating. So far, it's intriging, although I'm still not sure how I feel about the characters. Still, I have a hard time putting it down each night, even when I'm dead tired.
Monday, February 21, 2005
Coming Out of the Closet
Ok, I have a confession to make. I'm looking for a new job.
Don't get me wrong, I love Master's. But I've been here a long time. Probably too long. I'm doing the same job as when I started. And the pay is horrid. So it's time to look around and try to improve my career.
Of course, this should come as no surprise to anyone reading my blog for the last couple months. I'm sick of the roommate shuffle and especially burned out with that right now.
You know that opportunity I was talking about about 5 weeks ago? I interviewed at Princess Cruises. Didn't go anywhere.
Monday night, on a whim, I put my resume on Monster. I've been getting e-mails and phone calls since then. All from head hunter companies. I've got an appointment with one of them tomorrow.
Seeing as this is the worst kept secret around Santa Clarita, I just told my boss. Seemed to take it ok. I'm not worried that he'll react badly. But I wanted him to hear it from me and not someone else. Like an potential employer. Or a friend walking in here and telling everyone accidentally.
This will mean major changes. Like less internet time. And no more caf meals. But I think it's time I grew up a little.
Don't get me wrong, I love Master's. But I've been here a long time. Probably too long. I'm doing the same job as when I started. And the pay is horrid. So it's time to look around and try to improve my career.
Of course, this should come as no surprise to anyone reading my blog for the last couple months. I'm sick of the roommate shuffle and especially burned out with that right now.
You know that opportunity I was talking about about 5 weeks ago? I interviewed at Princess Cruises. Didn't go anywhere.
Monday night, on a whim, I put my resume on Monster. I've been getting e-mails and phone calls since then. All from head hunter companies. I've got an appointment with one of them tomorrow.
Seeing as this is the worst kept secret around Santa Clarita, I just told my boss. Seemed to take it ok. I'm not worried that he'll react badly. But I wanted him to hear it from me and not someone else. Like an potential employer. Or a friend walking in here and telling everyone accidentally.
This will mean major changes. Like less internet time. And no more caf meals. But I think it's time I grew up a little.
Sunday, February 20, 2005
Word Association for Feb 20th
Stolen from here.
- Dirty work:: But someone's got to do it.
- Shopkeeper:: Store Owner
- Goodness:: is good.
- Yearning:: Desire
- Show and tell:: 1st grade
- Trapped:: Snow
- Malcolm:: in the Middle (and I don't even watch the show)
- Season:: Summer (wish it were)
- Bestseller:: Book
- Desk:: Chair
Friday, February 18, 2005
With a Twist
Are you ready for the ultimate twist in this little tale that's been developing? I'm still not sure how I feel about it.
When I got back from dropping the current convention off after sci-fi night Wednesday, my three roommates and the friend were in the living room. I was asked to go to my room for a few minutes while they finished a proposal. When I did come out, they started by apologizing for the way they've been stringing me along. Then they hit me with their plan.
When my roommates moved out, there were going to be six of them in a house. But two of those have had to back out, including one of the guys who is currently living with me. In fact, he's moving in with his uncle and aunt ASAP. Naturally, this makes things more expensive then they had hoped and changes their plans around completely.
So, their idea was to have the one roommate move out and the friend move in and take his place. When the final friend moves out here June 1st, they will move out.
For the most part, I'm happy about this. It gives me a little bit longer to figure out what I'm doing next. Like three and a half months. Of course, I was starting the countdown until they moved out. But I can do this. And the added time will help tremendously in the long run.
This is the kind of twist I would love in a movie or book, but I'm still trying to adjust to in real life. How do those fictional characters do it?
Of course, I figured this was a good time to remind all of them about me hosting the game night tomorrow. They all seemed willing to help pick/clean before hand, and seemed to think my requests were more then fair. Let's see if they follow through or not.
In other news, the next storm has moved in. It started raining yesterday afternoon and is pouring out there today. And it's supposed to keep it up for at least a week. It's already getting bad out there. Looks like Southern CA will be in the news yet again.
I'm really tired today. Probably has something to do with not getting home last night until 11:30. We took the youth bowling last night after youth group. Nice for them since they don't have school tomorrow. Bad for me because I've wanted to take a nap all afternoon. We bowled two games, and I did great the first game. 184, which I believe is a personal best. The second game, however, I only get a 115. And I was thrilled to break 100 after the way I started out. Still, it was fun. I haven't been bowling in ages.
Tonight, I'm supposed to go to a friend's 30th birthday party. Except I'm so tired all I want to do is go home and sleep. And watch TV. Heck, I haven't watched Lost and Alias from Wednesday yet. Still, I'll probably pop in for an hour or so.
Right now, I need to get to dinner. (How many posts do I end with that line?)
When I got back from dropping the current convention off after sci-fi night Wednesday, my three roommates and the friend were in the living room. I was asked to go to my room for a few minutes while they finished a proposal. When I did come out, they started by apologizing for the way they've been stringing me along. Then they hit me with their plan.
When my roommates moved out, there were going to be six of them in a house. But two of those have had to back out, including one of the guys who is currently living with me. In fact, he's moving in with his uncle and aunt ASAP. Naturally, this makes things more expensive then they had hoped and changes their plans around completely.
So, their idea was to have the one roommate move out and the friend move in and take his place. When the final friend moves out here June 1st, they will move out.
For the most part, I'm happy about this. It gives me a little bit longer to figure out what I'm doing next. Like three and a half months. Of course, I was starting the countdown until they moved out. But I can do this. And the added time will help tremendously in the long run.
This is the kind of twist I would love in a movie or book, but I'm still trying to adjust to in real life. How do those fictional characters do it?
Of course, I figured this was a good time to remind all of them about me hosting the game night tomorrow. They all seemed willing to help pick/clean before hand, and seemed to think my requests were more then fair. Let's see if they follow through or not.
In other news, the next storm has moved in. It started raining yesterday afternoon and is pouring out there today. And it's supposed to keep it up for at least a week. It's already getting bad out there. Looks like Southern CA will be in the news yet again.
I'm really tired today. Probably has something to do with not getting home last night until 11:30. We took the youth bowling last night after youth group. Nice for them since they don't have school tomorrow. Bad for me because I've wanted to take a nap all afternoon. We bowled two games, and I did great the first game. 184, which I believe is a personal best. The second game, however, I only get a 115. And I was thrilled to break 100 after the way I started out. Still, it was fun. I haven't been bowling in ages.
Tonight, I'm supposed to go to a friend's 30th birthday party. Except I'm so tired all I want to do is go home and sleep. And watch TV. Heck, I haven't watched Lost and Alias from Wednesday yet. Still, I'll probably pop in for an hour or so.
Right now, I need to get to dinner. (How many posts do I end with that line?)
Thursday, February 17, 2005
Thursday Threesome for February 17th
If I hurry, I can get this done before 5! Brought to us this week by God and The Back Porch.
Onesome: Mountains-- What is the elevation where you live? Do you like it there or would you prefer something a little different?
Making me work for it this week. :) Elevation is 1220 feet. I like it. This is the elevation I've pretty much always lived at. Keeps it from getting too cold in the winter.
Twosome: Valleys-- When you travel, do you have any particular valley or area you like to pass through on the way from here to there? ...and is there any route you'll take just for the scenery even if it's just a tad longer or more out of the way?
I like taking Sierra Hwy around here because it's pretty. In a desert sort of way. Of course, the 14 is pretty much the same stuff, so I take one coming to work and the other going home. That's the way it's faster. And heading to my parents, I love the drive through the 12. Of course, it's usually dark one direction, but it's still nice.
Threesome: and Streams-- Do you have a stream you like to walk along and just think and enjoy the view? How about a metaphorical one if you don't have a real one close by?
I'd like to have a stream like that, but I don't. I find the ocean is great for that, however.
Phew. Four minutes to spare!
Onesome: Mountains-- What is the elevation where you live? Do you like it there or would you prefer something a little different?
Making me work for it this week. :) Elevation is 1220 feet. I like it. This is the elevation I've pretty much always lived at. Keeps it from getting too cold in the winter.
Twosome: Valleys-- When you travel, do you have any particular valley or area you like to pass through on the way from here to there? ...and is there any route you'll take just for the scenery even if it's just a tad longer or more out of the way?
I like taking Sierra Hwy around here because it's pretty. In a desert sort of way. Of course, the 14 is pretty much the same stuff, so I take one coming to work and the other going home. That's the way it's faster. And heading to my parents, I love the drive through the 12. Of course, it's usually dark one direction, but it's still nice.
Threesome: and Streams-- Do you have a stream you like to walk along and just think and enjoy the view? How about a metaphorical one if you don't have a real one close by?
I'd like to have a stream like that, but I don't. I find the ocean is great for that, however.
Phew. Four minutes to spare!
Wednesday, February 16, 2005
Banging My Head Against a Wall Has to be Less Painful
Seriously, if I promise to bang my head against the wall an hour a day, can I skip the next couple of weeks?
Let's start with Monday night. I'm at dinner. Eating alone. I hear a voice call from behind me. It's a female co-worker. Married with grandchildren. Known her for years. "Mark, where's your Valentine." Said in a very teasing voice. Excuse me? Maybe, just maybe, you should know better by the time your 60 then to tease people like that? I'm not one of those super sensative people who is offended by couples. And I know Valentine's Day is about couples. That's fine. But to tease someone who is single on Valentine's Day is beyond poor taste.
My response was the turn back to my table. I couldn't figure out what to say that I wouldn't regret later.
Now the fun turns back to my roommate soap opera.
Last night, roommate 1 was watching Veronica Mars with me when roommate 2 came home. (BTW, Matt, this is the next show I hook you on. After 24.) When the show ended, 1 asked 2 about the place 1's friend was to be staying. Turns out it won't work after all. So 1 goes to call him and then tries to find a Super 8 Motel near by.
Guessed who turned up at the front door as I was frantically trying to leave for work this morning. 1's friend. Who only introduced himself after I demanded his name. And he'd already ask "Which one are you?" Common curisy anyone?
Can this situation turn out in any way to make me look any more petty and worse?
I can tell I'm tired and frustrated. I'm ready to snap at just about everyone. Over anything. There had better not be any major crises anywhere for the next few days, or I may blow at someone who really doesn't deserve it.
Meanwhile, it's two weeks until 1 moves out for sure. Not that I'm counting the days or anything. I have a feeling it will be a very long two weeks. And it'll be interesting to see what happens when I remind them that this weekend is my turn to host the game night again.
Let's start with Monday night. I'm at dinner. Eating alone. I hear a voice call from behind me. It's a female co-worker. Married with grandchildren. Known her for years. "Mark, where's your Valentine." Said in a very teasing voice. Excuse me? Maybe, just maybe, you should know better by the time your 60 then to tease people like that? I'm not one of those super sensative people who is offended by couples. And I know Valentine's Day is about couples. That's fine. But to tease someone who is single on Valentine's Day is beyond poor taste.
My response was the turn back to my table. I couldn't figure out what to say that I wouldn't regret later.
Now the fun turns back to my roommate soap opera.
Last night, roommate 1 was watching Veronica Mars with me when roommate 2 came home. (BTW, Matt, this is the next show I hook you on. After 24.) When the show ended, 1 asked 2 about the place 1's friend was to be staying. Turns out it won't work after all. So 1 goes to call him and then tries to find a Super 8 Motel near by.
Guessed who turned up at the front door as I was frantically trying to leave for work this morning. 1's friend. Who only introduced himself after I demanded his name. And he'd already ask "Which one are you?" Common curisy anyone?
Can this situation turn out in any way to make me look any more petty and worse?
I can tell I'm tired and frustrated. I'm ready to snap at just about everyone. Over anything. There had better not be any major crises anywhere for the next few days, or I may blow at someone who really doesn't deserve it.
Meanwhile, it's two weeks until 1 moves out for sure. Not that I'm counting the days or anything. I have a feeling it will be a very long two weeks. And it'll be interesting to see what happens when I remind them that this weekend is my turn to host the game night again.
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