"Hey, good looking. We'll be back to pick you up later!"

Someday *somebody* is going to recognize that line when I use it.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lF4ny7KivzA&feature=player_embedded

Tweets March 4, 2010 through December 16, 2010

A collection of my twitter posts since last I summarized here.  If I can figure out a way to have my tweets auto post to the blog, that would make quick posts easier.

New Xbox 360 upgrade = Windows 7 to Windows 3.1 downgrade.

1 Nov

8am is an inappropriate time for a basketball game.

30 Oct

Meh. http://plixi.com/p/53219456

27 Oct

On the train back home. Exchange 2010 training begins tomorrow. A really good trip all around. Thanks to Rob & TJ for the guided visit.

24 Oct

Spending the weekend in DC visiting friends with Killian. Great day at the zoo & double decker bus tour. Beautiful weather for it.

23 Oct

Power 90 (pre-X) Day 1 complete. Starting fitness level estimated at 0.8%. I did not vomit. Classification = success. http://bit.ly/dxXNkS

13 Oct

Where does the "Yogi" in Yogi Bear come from?

18 Sep

Got to hand it to Apple. iPad navigation seems pretty intuitive for Killian.

16 Sep

I resisted buying Dungeon Lords all the way until Sunday night.

13 Sep

TBGT 2010 is at an end for me. I thoroughly enjoyed myself. Thanks to all who made that happen. #tbgt

12 Sep

And by day 3 I mean day 4. #tbgt

12 Sep

Started day 3 with The Pillars of Venice (Die Saulen ven Venedig). #tbgt

12 Sep

Rounded out the night/morning with Catch Phrase and Telestrations. #tbgt

12 Sep

Got a game of Zombie Dice in there somewhere. #tbgt

12 Sep

Initiating after midnight Dungeon Lords. #tbgt

12 Sep

Another shot at Ascension. #tbgt

11 Sep

Puzzling and prize table events were awesome as usual. Now for D&D: Castle Ravenloft. #tbgt

11 Sep

Quirkle and now Dixit. #tbgt

11 Sep

Starting day 3 with Ascension. #tbgt

11 Sep

Done for night #2. Heading home. #tbgt

11 Sep

Make that political *and* religious diatribe. #tbgt

11 Sep

Played Catch Phrase to round out the night. Now suffering through political diatribe. Ugh. #tbgt

11 Sep

Word on the Street and now Dominion: Prosperity. #tbgt

10 Sep

Poker tournament did not treat me well. On to Ascension. #tbgt

10 Sep

Battle Lore #tbgt

10 Sep

And day 2 begins with Samarkand: Routes to Riches. #tbgt

10 Sep

Rounded out day 1 with an oldie but goodie, El Grande. #tbgt

10 Sep

Goa - it had been quite awhile since the last play. #tbgt

9 Sep

Egezia - liked it quite a bit. #tbgt

9 Sep

Played San Juan to start things off. #tbgt

9 Sep

TBGT 2010 underway! #tbgt

9 Sep

Nuc*U*lar remains an unacceptable pronunciation. Ugh!

9 Sep

I picked up an iPad this weekend. Not 100% sure I'll reap the full value of the purchase, but it's fun to play with initially at least.

7 Sep

What I lack in perfection I make up for in imperfection.

21 Aug

Killian just reached the closing credits in a video game for the first time. Props in his general direction. Mario Kart DS was the game.

21 Aug

Ugh. Good morning to you too, 40.

21 Aug

Taking Killian out skateboarding at his request. Woohoo!

15 Aug

I'm a little disappointed that I have never witnessed someone slipping on a banana peel in person. Going to have to up the littering quota.

14 Aug

Just threw away another almost 1/2 box of expired Q-tips. I'm going to have to figure out more uses for those things.

13 Aug

About to let Killian watch Harry Potter while I pass out on the couch. Ugh, summer cold. Bleh.

7 Aug

2nd fiendish lightning storm is < 24 hours. Yipes!

5 Aug

It's like saying "I'd love some Ho Ho's." and someone handing you a pack of Little Debbie Swiss Cake Rolls.

4 Aug

Dislike = men's shoes with any form of tassel

3 Aug

The word "cloister" is a fun one to say. Hard to bust out in everyday conversation but it's fun to pronounce.

3 Aug

Supplies have been assembled. Tomorrow is day 1 of 1st grade. Wow.

1 Aug

Just went and saw Inception. Engaging throughout. Didn't even feel like 2 1/2 hours. A good theater movie as well. Worth the matinee.

31 Jul

I don't know which direction you go, but Nature's Own bread twists are apparently opposed to my natural right twist tie inclination.

30 Jul

We saw Despicable Me last night. I definitely enjoyed it and Killian was interested, engaged and laughing throughout. A good time had.

29 Jul

The answer is "Discombobulation". Now to determine the question...

27 Jul

For Wednesday giggles: http://www.collegehumor.com/article:1803435

21 Jul

is not the bronze idol to thousands after a week at the beach thanks to SPF 70.

18 Jul

Despicable Me. Anybody seen it yet? Killian is asking to go and it looks pretty good.

17 Jul

I simply do not get Adventure Time.

17 Jul

So far this week I have managed to burn only the tops of my feet and then only slightly. Go sunscreen!

15 Jul

Killian: "I'm tired of my head being on my neck.". Glad we're not in France.

11 Jul

If at first you don't suck seed, try cupping the balls.

11 Jul

12:05am and 86 degrees. There's something entirely wrong with that.

8 Jul

Wii Fit, you shall pay for what you did to the physique of my poor Mii.

5 Jul

There is water at the bottom of the ocean.

5 Jul

For that matter, a shout out to the company we got the butterflies from: Butterfly Releases By S ( www.ButterflyReleasesByS.com ).

30 Jun

100% success on the butterfly release for Bobbie's birthday. Whew!

30 Jun

Roller skating rink birthday party this weekend was a resounding success, I think. Just about everyone, kids *and* parents, seemed to enjoy.

28 Jun

Wow. Cupcake Pebbles. That sounds some kind of nasty. Bleh!

28 Jun

Ugh. *So* glad this is the last day of T-ball!

26 Jun

I like the look of the Saturn SKY.

25 Jun

Whew! Rough day for a school picnic. And tomorrow is their field day! Ugh.

24 Jun

Red Dead Redemption. It's good stuff.

23 Jun

Woohoo!

19 Jun

Bleh. *WAY* to hot for T-ball practice.

14 Jun

Today was much "the suck" with very brief shining moments.

13 Jun

And now I have just been told that "Actually, IV is the last one." So apparently Whale's fate will remain a mystery.

13 Jun

Apparently episode V will take place in a different country and Whale gets killed by Shark in episode VI and "never comes back".

13 Jun

Bath time tonight featured "Karate Shark and Whale IV", I was told. I've learned that they are enemies and got a preview for episode VI.

13 Jun

I'd say that I've had just about enough Exchange migration effort for the weekend/week/month. Good grief, it's never ending!

13 Jun

Just completed my annual physical. I'm a healthy 45 year old man at age 39 5/6.

10 Jun

Rockstar Games must be pretty damned proud of their skinning cut scenes in Red Dead Redemption. They sure do love to show them over & over.

9 Jun

A rediscovery of a passing interest in calligraphy (specifically the writing thereof) has been fun over the past couple of days.

9 Jun

People that wear driving gloves in their car around town make me laugh. Especially if they are talented comedians.

5 Jun

1) Your own driveway. 2) Hospital Emergency room.

5 Jun

Exhaustive list of places it is ok to park like a jackass:

5 Jun

When both eyes are on the same side of your face, only then can you truly flounder. Of course, fins and tastiness help as well.

5 Jun

Killian created a new TV show, theme song included, in the bath last night: "Karate Shark and Whale".

31 May

This Zach & Cody seem quite likely to have long careers... in "Where are they now?" or "Whatever happened to...?" specials.

28 May

Captain Kirk's nipples I'm glad there is no T-ball tomorrow morning. I am *so* looking forward to this 3 day weekend.

28 May

Grr... SharePoint 2003...

27 May

Recommencing Lost season 3.

25 May

Oof. Monkey Joe's + Saturday = (surprise) that's a lot o' kids!

22 May

Tball, errands & now pizza for lunch with the boy. Birthday party at Monkey Joe's up next on the agenda.

22 May

Truly, I shall never likely understand you who enjoy the yard work.

21 May

Ugh, grass mowing, truly you are my nemesis.

21 May

Being transferred to support person that does "log analysis". Pretty sure that's a fecal matter expert. Oh, poop humor, you are priceless.

18 May

No fun = a pleasant sounding 75 degrees in the sun + 62% humidity at 9:30am. I am so not ready for summer.

15 May

And Tball game 1 begins at 8:30am.

15 May

Got a fancy new BlackBerry 8530 Curve at work today. Still not sure between it and the 8830. Not digging the trackpad yet.

14 May

A recital is *totally* different without the "i". Read very carefully next time you are invited to one.

14 May

Toilet trees must be some of the least happy trees there are.

12 May

T-ball first practice complete. Hot but not unbearable. Definitely entertaining to watch. Killian chose 1st base as a starting position.

8 May

had to spend a decent part of the early evening explaining to Killian that Hell does not likely exist.

6 May

Rollerskating for the first time at length since... 1983? Killian's 1st time.

1 May

Just bought Killian his 1st T-ball glove and rollerblades. The rollerblades are an overdue Christmas gift.

1 May

Make-up snow day for Killian today. Made for quite a nice nap slot. Aahhh...

1 May

Of course, it is yet to be seen if they actually fixed the problem. Here's hoping.

30 Apr

Surprise from HP. PC returned to me with replaced motherboard yesterday. That's 4 days after I dropped it at FedEx on its way to HP.

30 Apr

I have recently learned that I am apparently a antitransubstantiationalist.

29 Apr

I've decided to start leaving the "r" out of throngs and start using the word in context but far too frequently.

29 Apr

You know that part in Forest Gump where he starts running & his leg braces break away? That totally didn't happen to me today.

28 Apr

Got a survey from my electric co. with $1 inside as incentive to complete it with an est. of 15-20 mins. Guess they value me at $3-$4/hr.

27 Apr

They issued a recall on my vehicle today. Finally! I've been complaining about "soft" brakes for 2 years now at least.

26 Apr

Goodbye, PC. I'll see you in about 2 weeks (hopefully) with a reformatted hard drive no doubt. = Warranty repair for those about to ask.

25 Apr

"Making sure it smells good so I don't have a stinky day tomorrow.". - Killian after sniffing the bar of soap in the shower.

25 Apr

just remembered something.

22 Apr

Had to wake Killian up at 9:45am. Aww yeah...

11 Apr

Bruce Buffer, you are no Michael.

10 Apr

Being home so far has meant cutting grass, errands, laundry, dishes, vacuuming and sweeping. Definitely back to reality. :(

10 Apr

Nap = great idea. Wonderful time at Downtown Disney. Now the tricky part of getting him back to sleep for the night.

9 Apr

Sea World today. Now headed to Downtown Disney after a nap for a bit of shopping. Tired Killian made for a slightly rough day at the park.

8 Apr

Killian & I had a great day 3 at Hollywood Studios & Epcot. Killian met 5 Power Rangers today as his highlight.

7 Apr

Back to Hollywood Studios today. So far, so great!

7 Apr

Magic Kingdom was officially UNfun today. *Obscenely* overcrowded. Character dinner at Chef Mickey, however, was a HUGE hit!

6 Apr

No full-on Internet access at Fort Wilderness & WiFi signal iPhone is sucking pretty hard.

6 Apr

60 minute wait time for Dumbo ride. Ugh.

6 Apr

Disney day 1 complete. Whew! Days 2-4 are gonna hurt. :)

5 Apr

Getting ready to watch Fantasmic at Hollywood Studios in Disney.

5 Apr

The eagle has landed. We are now entering Central Florida.

4 Apr

At the airport awaiting departure. http://tweetphoto.com/17112272

4 Apr

Apparently, knowledge that he departs for Disney World tomorrow will keep a 5 year old up well beyond his bedtime. Surprise.

4 Apr

Only 1 more day before Disney departure.

2 Apr

"Dicketry" retains it's status as a comical term to me.

31 Mar

Pet peeve: The use of the preposition "at" to end a sentence. So painful to hear or read.

29 Mar

Let the Disney countdown begin. 6...

29 Mar

First lawn, er... weed, mowing of the year complete. Blah do I abhor this activity.

28 Mar

Terrible parent or coolest dad ever, I watched Raiders of the Lost Ark with Killian tonight. Best quote: "He looks just like Han Solo."

27 Mar

Yeesh. *Another* Monday?!? What a week.

26 Mar

A thank you to Mr. Harrison for this little tidbit: http://tinyurl.com/yfn79wk

22 Mar

Wow. Karen Carpenter. What a voice.

18 Mar

Yeah, he's definitely off his rocker, and you know how difficult rockers are to stay on. http://tinyurl.com/yhmuurk

15 Mar

Started Sons of Anarchy today - season 1, disc 1. Good so far. Getting ready to watch the first episode of The Pacific now.

14 Mar

Finished The Wire series. Enjoyed it thoroughly and suggest it if you are so inclined to watch.

14 Mar

I don't exactly know why, but I have always found the cover art for Dead Like Me to be very clever. http://tinyurl.com/yeutscy

12 Mar

Commencing the last disc of the final season of The Wire. Kind of sad.

10 Mar

Initial diagnosis = sinus infection with drainage as likely cause of vomiting. Antibiotics to be retrieved shortly and then off to school.

9 Mar

Pediatrician appt at 11:30am. Hopefully it will be something minor.

9 Mar

Another stomach purging midnight wake up call for the little guy. First time since Friday night. Poor kid. Going to call the doc in the AM.

9 Mar

Indeed it does.

7 Mar

Well, Killian made it until just after midnight. Guess I should have stuck to the BRAT diet through dinner. Yuck. :(

6 Mar

I should definitely know better than to say it out loud, but I dropped Killian off at school at 10am and not a word from them yet. Woohoo!

5 Mar

Indeed I spoke too soon. I now share your vehicular fun, Rebekah. Guess the trip for Gatorade wasn't such a good idea.

4 Mar

I'm sure I'm speaking too soon, but so far, so good on no additional events since this morning's symptomatic display for Killian.

4 Mar

Killian is home sick with stomach virus symptoms today. Awesome.

4 Mar 

It's a Me, Killian!

As long as I'm on the posting pictures of Killian frenzy, here was his Halloween costume this year.  Easily the most awesome thus far.  He even ran into a shorter Mario in the course of the trick-or-treating.  Lots of "Hey, Luigi!" calls from other passersby as well.

Killian Rounds 1st

The photo is a couple of months older but here is his school photo from 1st grade this year.  Unfortunately for him it's on the heels of a pretty bad haircut.  Fortunately for him he's cute enough overall to make up for it.  ;)

Killian's Christmas Photos

Here are some shots from Killian's Christmas photo shoot.

Killian Meets Basketball

Killian finishes up his first season/session of basketball on Saturday.  He has enjoyed it though I have yet to see him dunk.  There are a couple of ringers on that team though.  Wow, it's crazy how good some of those kids can dribble and shoot for 1st grade.  In particular, the girl sitting on the far left and the kid that's a head taller than all of the rest.  Here are his individual and team pics (you can click for a larger view):

His coach is actually missing from the team picture.  Those are a couple of dads in the picture that helped through the season.  His team was the Knicks and I think they ended the season with a record of who the heck knows and who the heck knows.  I'm pretty sure he'll be up for the next round of basketball when it comes.

Smoker's Pole

It's a pole.  It's apparently for smoking.  Nothing else need be said.

Testing... Testing... Is This Thing On?

Yeah, yeah, it's been awhile and no more promises to myself that I will update this more often because, apparently, I am a liar.

I'm headed out to the east coast with some friends and Killian for the week which should prove to be an enjoyable escape from a very busy work life of late.  With any luck (and some help from SPF 50), I will actually manage to avoid portraying the role of human lobster after a week at the beach.  

In hobby news:

• Video game entertainment
• Red Dead Redemption for Xbox 360.  Very fun and addictive.  Good mechanics and a decent storyline.
• Wii Fit Plus - Let's see if I can slim down this Mii.  Poor, plump little bastard.
• Torchlight - A surprisingly addictive updated Diablo style game.  I picked it up on Steam for $10 and have played the crap out of it.
• Rock Band: Green Day - I received it as an early birthday gift and played through the full song list with Rich last night.  I will be chastised for this but found it more enjoyable to play through than Rock Band: Beatles.
• I have been watching a few new to me television series (between DVR & DVD):
• Sons of Anarchy - Watched season 1 on DVD.  Liked it but season 2 isn't out on DVD yet and season 3 is either mid-run or also not yet out unfortunately.
• Breaking Bad - On disc 3 of season 2.  I'm enjoying this one as well though it keeps me constantly uncomfortable.
• Treme - I'm having a difficult time staying interested in this one.  A little too much concentration on a music style that I don't enjoy for my taste.
• The Big Bang Theory - Yes, I'm a nerd and yes, I love this show.
• Lost - not new to me but I have finally recommenced watching it.  I'm mid season 3 at the moment.
• True Blood - I enjoyed the first two seasons and have enjoyed the 3rd thus far.  I am told by those that have read the books that the show is terrible but my inexperienced mind to that end affords me the opportunity to enjoy it.
• Boardgames.  
• Though my opportunities to enjoy this one have been impacted, I have taken any chance I can to play Dominion along with its expansions: Intrigue, Seaside and Alchemy.  I continue to thoroughly enjoy this game.
• I haven't really had the opportunity to play anything new otherwise in the past several months.  [sad face] but the beach this week should hold many gaming opportunities [very happy face].
• Books
• I make no claim to be an avid reader but am currently reading the Percy Jackson series - book 2: Sea of Monsters.
• Sports and Exercise
• Hahaha... riiiiiiiight [embarrassed sad face]

Killian's birthday was June 24th (he's now six) and a successful birthday party was held at Jellybeans skating rink for him.  21 kids.  That's a handful.  Bobbie's birthday was June 30th and Killian and I did a small butterfly release celebration in her memory.  It was sweet and positive and turned out very well.

So, that's a little snapshot of now.  As I mentioned, work has been crazy.  Life has been life.  Not static nor out of control nor particularly exciting.  I am enjoying it as best I can and trying to make it fun for Killian along the way.

Do *NOT* Put a Yeti Pot into Your Nose

Made my first use of a neti pot last night.  Specifically, a SinuCleanse brand one.  See the fancy photo below.

Two things I can say about it:

1. It was one of the most bizarre, mildly uncomfortable, waterboarding feelings I can imagine.
2. It was surprisingly effective.  I had heard as much from trusted friends but still had my doubts.

So, based on a whopping one time experience, I would say it is definitely worth a try if you are suffering from a sinus malady.  Especially notable, you look absolutely ridiculous while it is in use.

Tweets June 18, 2009 through March 2, 2010

For the sake of posterity and best read bottom to top, here is a collective listing of my twitter tweets since June 18 (those since my last collected post).  As I still don't find a particularly useful function for twitter, I mostly just use it to update my facebook status.  I need to just start posting to my blog and then twittering/facebooking a link to said post.

My 2nd iPhone and it continues to be the worst phone I've ever owned. Decent, if not good, PDA. POS phone specifically. Est 70% call drops.
6:30 PM Mar 2nd via TweetDeck

10 years ago today, I said "I do" to the woman that gave me the best years of and the best thing in my life. Best decision I ever made.
8:38 AM Mar 1st via web

One of my dogs is an idiot and she has the gaping underbite to prove it.
5:05 PM Feb 28th via TweetDeck

Another reload of Windows 7 Ultimate 64-bit commencing momentarily.
6:27 PM Feb 27th via TweetDeck

Killian's 1st green star at school today. Of daily stars, Yellow=good, Green=medium, Red=bad. This is his first ever non-yellow day. Boo.
6:39 PM Feb 16th via TweetDeck

Killian's surprise 3rd choice request for dinner tonight: rice & green beans. Hmm. Suspicious.
5:34 PM Feb 16th via TweetDeck

Watched Zombieland last night. Rarely have I seen a movie filmed so blatantly ripe for video game translation. Entertaining & Bill Murray!
10:53 AM Feb 15th via web

Apparently, he's back into Power Rangers now. Great.
9:41 AM Feb 13th via TweetDeck

There are entirely too many current commercials including men in their underwear.
7:26 PM Feb 7th via mobile web

25 minutes in the carpool lane to pickup Killian from school... on a Sarurday.
12:19 PM Feb 6th via TweetDeck

Nerd alert. Trying out Star Trek Online & connected it to twitter. Not quite sure how often/many updates it will send.
8:43 PM Feb 5th via TweetDeck

School starting only on hour late today. About f'ing time!
8:17 AM Feb 4th via web

Bumpits... they're the armpit of your bum.
8:22 PM Feb 1st via TweetDeck

Bumpits are simply ridiculous.
8:22 PM Feb 1st via TweetDeck

Killian loves him some "chLocolate".
6:27 PM Feb 1st via TweetDeck

Son of a... they just closed Wake Co. schools for tomorrow.
4:23 PM Feb 1st via web

Go, sun, go! Melt like the wind! Wait... that doesn't work.
3:01 PM Feb 1st via web

If I was even thinking otherwise, that short stint of shoveling has further convinced me to stay South. Ugh.
12:20 PM Jan 31st via TweetDeck

I miss the world so much...
7:59 PM Jan 28th via TweetDeck


"Forget the box, I'll take the girl." - Fred Sanford, 1975
7:53 PM Jan 28th via TweetDeck

had a pretty decent Monday, actually.
8:30 PM Jan 25th via TweetDeck

"Some days you just can't get rid of a bomb." - Batman, 1966
7:57 PM Jan 24th via TweetDeck

Favorite Bat-item historically: Bat Shark Repellent Spray. New favorite: tie between Bat Whale Repellent & Bat Barracuda Repellent Sprays.
7:03 PM Jan 24th via TweetDeck

"Batmobile to airport. Red alert. Prepare Batcopter for immediate takeoff." - Robin, 1966
6:58 PM Jan 24th via TweetDeck

Killian's last swimming lesson for this round was today. He did great. I'm proud of him. A back2back birthday party weekend for him as well.
1:39 AM Jan 22nd via web

The Wire season 2 complete. Definitely liking it. Eager for season 3.
11:47 PM Jan 20th via web

Swimming lessons for Killian again at the YMCA today. They were diving into and swimming in the deep end! He was quite excited about it.
8:57 PM Jan 19th via web

"You will make many changes before settling satisfactorily." Wow. Thanks so much for that insightful look, fortune cookie.
8:46 PM Jan 17th via web

Oof. A 5am "midnight snack" for Killian.
4:59 AM Jan 10th via web

Christmas decor has left the house.
6:45 PM Jan 9th via web

Got home from Killian's YMCA talent show about 1/2 hour ago. It was a fun time. They really do a great job with the kids.
8:45 PM Jan 8th via web

Just rolling in the door from work. Whew. And a 10:30 bedtime for Killian as a result.
10:37 PM Jan 6th via TweetDeck

Played Dominion: Seaside 4 times on 2010-01-02 http://boardgamegeek.com/play/details/3785420 #bggplay
1:43 AM Jan 2nd via API

The moon looks *awesome* right now.
6:44 PM Jan 1st via TweetDeck

Played Dominion: Seaside 4 times on 2009-12-31 http://boardgamegeek.com/play/details/3778047 #bggplay
3:53 AM Jan 1st via API

F U, 2009!
11:59 PM Dec 31st, 2009 via TweetDeck

Not a fan of: "press some flesh".
10:08 AM Dec 30th, 2009 via web

At 74, there is absolutely no reason for Jerry Lee Lewis to be performing Great Balls of Fire live.
12:07 AM Dec 29th, 2009 via TweetDeck

wishes a merry Christmas to those who desire it.
12:39 AM Dec 25th, 2009 via web

Santa seems to have developed a palsy or something by the look of these gifts.
10:59 PM Dec 24th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Confirmed lack of self talent: gift wrapping.
10:56 PM Dec 24th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Yipes! I need to make a battery run for tomorrow. Forgot all about that.
2:10 PM Dec 24th, 2009 via web

The follow-up neuro-opthamologist appt brought a message of "all clear" for the funktified eye.
1:14 PM Dec 23rd, 2009 via web

And so begins the single patent adventures of kids getting out of school for ridiculously non-threatening weather.
1:46 PM Dec 18th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Good news. Official diagnosis is pre-septal cellulitis which means I just finish off the round of antibiotics started Monday.
11:48 AM Dec 18th, 2009 via TweetDeck

CT scan complete. And now we wait.
9:54 PM Dec 17th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Severe conjunctivitis or orbital cellulosis? CT scan tonight and neuroopthamologist tomorrow will tell the tale. Stay tuned...
11:46 AM Dec 17th, 2009 via TweetDeck

We came in at #74 -- http://www.ewg.org/tap-water/rating-big-city-water
12:17 PM Dec 15th, 2009 via web

Whatever the hell "The Hills" is supposed to be, that just needs to stop. Right now. It is an unnecessary danger lurking for the unaware.
1:48 AM Dec 13th, 2009 via web

Good day with the boy. 3 hours of Lego Star Wars on Xbox followed by viewings of Batman: Subzero and Bolt. Both of which were not bad.
8:14 PM Dec 12th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Watched the first 3 episodes of the first season of The Wire on DVD last night. As a rule, I don't dig crime drama but I'm interested.
10:04 AM Dec 11th, 2009 via web

was just told that when a baby is in a mommy's tummy that's when she finds the man that wants to be his dad.
8:30 PM Dec 9th, 2009 via web

Watched "Dan in Real Life" last night. Not bad, not great. Worth a watching if it happens to be on cable but not worth seeking out.
11:36 AM Dec 9th, 2009 via web

The answer is "Yes, it would be difficult for me to be less interested in the Carrie Underwood Holiday Special."
8:02 PM Dec 7th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Snippet from Killian playing with action figs: "a:'Why?' b:'Because I'm a Star War?' a.'What's that?' b.'It's a movie that I'm in.'"
7:52 AM Dec 7th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Locals: Avoid Crabtree Mall area. Disgusting traffic jam.
5:31 PM Dec 5th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Nice. I just passed a King Cobra malt liquor billboard.
3:30 PM Dec 5th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Exterior holiday decor = mostly complete as of this evening.
10:19 PM Dec 4th, 2009 via TweetDeck

When exactly was it that Cimnamon Crispas transformed into Cinnamon Twists? "Crispas" is so much more fun to say. I'm guessing '93-ish.
8:58 PM Dec 3rd, 2009 via TweetDeck

"When it comes to havoc, nobody wreaks like me." Oh, Doofenshmirtz, you slay me.
7:26 PM Dec 2nd, 2009 via TweetDeck

Ok, seriously, enough with the crappy rainy days & nights!
6:46 PM Dec 2nd, 2009 via TweetDeck

I saw something on the back of a vehicle today that sparked a though of The Cowboy Junkies. "Caution: Horses". It was a horse trailer.
9:56 PM Dec 1st, 2009 via web

Just finished watching "Up" with Killian. We laughed, we cried and I coaxed him through the whole thing by promising a happy ending.
8:54 PM Nov 30th, 2009 via TweetDeck

These people who get laser hair removal are crazy. I mean how cool would laser hair be?!?
12:11 PM Nov 29th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Muppet Babies. Was that the one that began the nightmarish torrent?
11:17 AM Nov 29th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Today is going to prove quite the challenge to my weight loss efforts. I'm guessing that I'm in for a gaining week.
12:34 PM Nov 26th, 2009 via web

http://bit.ly/6CtLZa - present & accounted for.
8:40 PM Nov 25th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Hopped in this my new rental car today to find this. I knew this vehicle was a beast! http://pic.gd/b61845
8:02 PM Nov 23rd, 2009 via TweetDeck

On a more positive note, lost 3.5 more pounds this week for a total of 13.5 so far on Weight Watchers.
6:49 PM Nov 22nd, 2009 via TweetDeck

Let it not be said that yardwork & I are on even moderately friendly terms. That said, lawn mowed & raked after a much overdue chore.
6:47 PM Nov 22nd, 2009 via TweetDeck

Sorry ignore that last repeat post from last week. I meant to post that I am bummed that reviews say Tony Hawk's Ride game appears to suck.
10:48 AM Nov 21st, 2009 via TweetDeck

Holy crap, now *that's* pizza by the slice! The pepper shaker is there for perspective. http://pic.gd/1591db
10:46 AM Nov 21st, 2009 via TweetDeck

Sleepy old man McRae did not make it all the way through Transformers 2 last night but did see enough to agree that it's not kid friendly.
7:37 AM Nov 19th, 2009 via TweetDeck

About an hour in and I'm having trouble stomaching it. Don't know... if I'll be able... to endure..
10:04 PM Nov 18th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Going to preview Transformers 2 for Killian watchability tonight.
8:06 PM Nov 18th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Woohoo! Another 3.5 pounds down this week. That makes 10 down, 10 to go. 15 if I'm feeling spunky.
3:47 PM Nov 16th, 2009 via web

Holy crap, now *that's* pizza by the slice! The pepper shaker is there for perspective. http://pic.gd/1591db
3:12 PM Nov 14th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Somebody loves him some Lego games (see shirt) and is in need of a haircut. http://pic.gd/35d897
2:55 PM Nov 14th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Walking out with an inhaler, steroids & antibiotic. Fun times. Go chest congestion & wheezing.
2:33 PM Nov 14th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Getting nebulized for the first time ever.
2:18 PM Nov 14th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Sitting in the urgent care office. Fevers are gone but my chest congestion is far more significant than I typically encounter.
1:43 PM Nov 14th, 2009 via TweetDeck

is also duly impressed that much of that time has been spent playing solo Lego Star Wars on Xbox. My little gamer is growing up so fast.
7:22 PM Nov 12th, 2009 via TweetDeck

is duly impressed at how well behaved & self entertaining Killian has been locked up sick in the house with daddy working for 2 days.
7:20 PM Nov 12th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Joining the ranks of the status updating while feeling like a$$.
3:35 PM Nov 12th, 2009 via web

At home with a sick kiddo today. Fever was back this morning along with cough. This is doing wonders for my Exchange training class.
11:02 AM Nov 12th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Poor kid. Fever came back tonight, but at least it's low grade and no further vomiting so far.
8:40 PM Nov 11th, 2009 via web

Killian to doc at 930am - they say allergies. Killian vomiting with low grade fever 1 hr later. Killian perfectly fine 1 more hr later.
2:34 PM Nov 11th, 2009 via web

Wish I had thought to notice that the training class I am taking this week is running on Pacific time. Would have helped Killian planning.
10:29 AM Nov 9th, 2009 via web

I'm proud to say that Killian watched episodes I, IV & V of Star Wars this weekend & is becoming quite adept at Legos Star Wars.
8:03 PM Nov 8th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Sean Cullen is a funny man.
11:05 PM Nov 7th, 2009 via TweetDeck

I really miss daily skateboarding.
11:58 PM Nov 6th, 2009 via web

The moon is looking pretty awesome tonight.
6:26 PM Nov 3rd, 2009 via TweetDeck

These Imagination Movers have a terrible business model.
7:16 PM Nov 2nd, 2009 via TweetDeck

Epiphany by Killian: The reason you look down in the potty before you sit down is to make sure nobody got flushed and stuck down there.
7:24 PM Nov 1st, 2009 via TweetDeck

I'm just pointing.
7:18 PM Nov 1st, 2009 via txt

Four pounds this week. That's a little more like it.
7:18 PM Nov 1st, 2009 via TweetDeck

Played Dominion: Intrigue on 2009-10-31 http://boardgamegeek.com/play/details/3536741 #bggplay
12:10 AM Nov 1st, 2009 via API

Played Small World on 2009-10-31 http://boardgamegeek.com/play/details/3536740 #bggplay
12:09 AM Nov 1st, 2009 via API

Madness. Killian is still awake following a visit from friends and their kiddo for trick or treating and boardgamery.
12:08 AM Nov 1st, 2009 via web

Work until 2am-check. Up at 8am with Killian-check. Killian gymnastics lessons-check. Dishes-check. Sweep & mop kitchen floor-check...
2:02 PM Oct 31st, 2009 via TweetDeck

The stringy skin/"meat" that hangs on to a banana sometimes when you peel it... feels like a long hair in your mouth if you get one. Bleh.
10:52 AM Oct 30th, 2009 via web

Your guess is as good as mine on that last word. Some hallway hanging artwork at school by Killian. http://twitpic.com/ndlwy
8:30 AM Oct 29th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Stan is just one letter short of Satan. Further evidence of absolutely nothing.
1:02 AM Oct 29th, 2009 via TweetDeck

On a side note, he was also H1N1 vaccinated today.
8:42 PM Oct 27th, 2009 via web

Killian's first official swimming lesson today at the YMCA after school. He seemed to have a pretty good time.
8:42 PM Oct 27th, 2009 via web

Poor Santana Moss. Why must he endure playing got such a pitiful team?
9:35 PM Oct 26th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Oh, and a reasonable number of funny parts to keep the story entertaining as well. "Steve!" (for those that have seen it)
8:47 PM Oct 26th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Made it through the entire movie. Forgot it was 3-D so that was pretty cool. Had to reel Killian in a few times but he did pretty well.
8:44 PM Oct 26th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Getting ready for *my* first movie theater experience with Killian. Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs.
6:02 PM Oct 26th, 2009 via TweetDeck

One week of Weight Watchers result = 2 pounds lost. Decent, but I was hoping for more. :-/
7:58 PM Oct 25th, 2009 via TweetDeck

I'm also going to start injecting commas one character too early in my writing.
10:02 AM Oct 25th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Apparentl,y my clock decided daylight savings time ended today instead of next week.
10:01 AM Oct 25th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Played Dominion: Intrigue on 2009-10-25 http://boardgamegeek.com/play/details/3510324 #bggplay
1:58 AM Oct 25th, 2009 via API

There is an actual broadcast channel (maybe?) at the orthopedist's office named Healium. The content isn't bad but that is a cheesy name.
11:39 AM Oct 22nd, 2009 via TweetDeck

At the orthopedist with my mother-in-law. Come on doc, let's get her back to driving and out of the wheelchair.
11:22 AM Oct 22nd, 2009 via TweetDeck

Also foul: V8. Especially foul: the low sodium version.
10:04 AM Oct 21st, 2009 via web

You know what's not tasty? Plain oatmeal. Bleh.
9:08 AM Oct 21st, 2009 via web

commenced Weight Watchers on Sunday. Looking to drop 20-25 pounds.
10:02 PM Oct 20th, 2009 via TweetDeck

has been excused from jury duty this go round. Woohoo!
9:01 PM Oct 20th, 2009 via TweetDeck

The track out adventure is over for this round. Back to school today for Killian.
8:19 AM Oct 19th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Commencing aforementioned cleaning effort.
1:17 AM Oct 18th, 2009 via web

Sadly, I think there is some cleaning to be done today.
11:07 AM Oct 17th, 2009 via web

Please tell me that Boss's day has nothing to do with the phrase "that's boss" coming back into popular use.
11:23 AM Oct 16th, 2009 via web

Time doth fly.
6:01 PM Oct 15th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Just 90 degrees & a short line away from Janes Woods. http://twitpic.com/lawfg
6:05 PM Oct 12th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Received a jury summons for federal court. Here's a sarcastic "Woohoo." Now to see if I can get out of this 3 week event starting 10/26.
11:28 AM Oct 12th, 2009 via web

You never hear much about the modern day Aztecs, Mayans or Babylonians.
9:57 PM Oct 11th, 2009 via TweetDeck

How many unique letters in your full name? I'm rockin' 13. Looks like I stiffed Killian with just 10.
2:19 PM Oct 10th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Beans have a special way of befouling any meal they are a part of. Well, except for jellybeans.
8:06 PM Oct 8th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Overslept by a solid 80 minutes this morning. Awesome... NOT (hello 1985).
9:00 AM Oct 7th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Stargate is the CSI of SciFi.
11:58 AM Oct 5th, 2009 via web

Robot Chicken + Mr. T and The Foo Fighters team-up = much funny.
9:28 PM Oct 4th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Yard has been aerated, seeded, fertilized & is currently being watered. Here's hoping the lost grass of mid-summer makes a comeback.
6:27 PM Oct 4th, 2009 via TweetDeck

9:15am wake up call. Now *that's* more like it.
10:08 AM Oct 4th, 2009 via TweetDeck

We'll see how that pans out tomorrow.
1:07 AM Oct 4th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Enjoyed a night of hanging with friends. Killian played with their son until after midnight. His latest intentional night to date.
1:07 AM Oct 4th, 2009 via TweetDeck

I so wish a late bedtime equated to sleeping in the next morning for Killian but noooooooooooo.
8:36 AM Oct 3rd, 2009 via TweetDeck

Roommate retrieval complete. Headed home to work.
3:03 PM Oct 1st, 2009 via TweetDeck

Mother-in-law orthopedic visit complete. Now to pick up the roommate from knee surgery.
1:20 PM Oct 1st, 2009 via TweetDeck

Awesome. They just announced that my mother-in-law's orthopedist is running 1-1.5 hours behind. Just frickin' fantastic.
10:33 AM Oct 1st, 2009 via TweetDeck

Just left the doc for the voice again. Said to start antihistamines. Everything looks good otherwise. Got a flu shot while I was at it.
9:43 AM Sep 30th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Went for a bike ride around the 'hood with Killian & the neighbors.
7:58 PM Sep 29th, 2009 via TweetDeck

The weather does not get much more awesome than this.
5:16 PM Sep 29th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Day 1 of Track Out camp at the Y for Killian. Happy to report that he was very excited to go.
8:47 AM Sep 28th, 2009 via TweetDeck

SNL's Seth Meyers & The Office's B.J. Novak look freaky alike to me. Perhaps I have mentioned this before.
7:03 PM Sep 27th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Watching Star Wars at the request of Killian for his 1st time. Leave it to him to not want to play outside on the rare nice weekend day.
3:32 PM Sep 27th, 2009 via TweetDeck

So much for sleeping a rainy morning away. 7:30am Killian says no.
9:07 AM Sep 27th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Fav quote: "Are you thinking what I'm thinking?" "If you're thinking 'Oh God. Oh God. A swordfish almost went through my head.' Then yes."
11:20 PM Sep 26th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Finally watched the movie Get Smart. Surprisingly entertaining.
11:17 PM Sep 26th, 2009 via TweetDeck

My voice is still not 100% but @ least I sound a little more like me. It's very frustrating.
11:32 AM Sep 26th, 2009 via TweetDeck

It's feeling a little Fridayish for the first time in months.
3:57 PM Sep 25th, 2009 via web

Apparently I need to just not talk for 2 days or something. My voice was at its worst so far today.
9:29 PM Sep 22nd, 2009 via web

Heading into the office sans voice today. This should be interesting.
7:49 AM Sep 21st, 2009 via TweetDeck

And TBGT draws to a close for me for yet another year. As always, it was a great time & I look forward to next year. #tbgt
6:26 PM Sep 20th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Time for a game of Zooloretto. #tbgt
4:03 PM Sep 20th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Ghost Stories = hard to win based on my first experience with it. #tbgt
3:42 PM Sep 20th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Played Password, Taboo, Catch Phrase & Pants on Fire to round out the night. Voice is gone. #tbgt
4:12 AM Sep 20th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Solo... Limber. #tbgt
4:10 AM Sep 20th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Prize table complete. On to a game of Galaxy Trucker. #tbgt
9:10 PM Sep 19th, 2009 via TweetDeck

The event cake. #tbgt http://twitpic.com/id4go #tbgt
6:34 PM Sep 19th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Snow Trails was Formula De by dogsled. Playing Steam now. #tbgt
4:23 PM Sep 19th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Playing Snow Trails. #tbgt
2:46 PM Sep 19th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Negative for flu, strep & mono. Was told not to "handle food" so I guess I'll have to use utensils.
1:43 PM Sep 19th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Didn't enjoy Fits due to severe loss, I think. Liked Endeavor quite a bit. Still not a fan of Kingsburg. Too long for what it is. #tbgt
1:15 PM Sep 19th, 2009 via TweetDeck

They just tested for strep, flu & mono (?). Waiting for the results.
1:12 PM Sep 19th, 2009 via TweetDeck

At an Urgent Care facility seeing if I can get an answer to the sore throat & diminished voice. Really hoping it's nothing contageous.
1:11 PM Sep 19th, 2009 via TweetDeck

7th of 23 in the poker tourney. Now playing Kingsburg. #tbgt
1:58 AM Sep 19th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Turns out Killian actually had H1N1. Potential that I did as well. Oh what fun.
7:45 PM Sep 18th, 2009 via TweetDeck

And now the Texas Hold 'em tourney. #tbgt
7:44 PM Sep 18th, 2009 via TweetDeck

And now on to Endeavor. #tbgt
5:05 PM Sep 18th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Game 2 = Fast Flowing Forest Fellers #tbgt
4:26 PM Sep 18th, 2009 via TweetDeck

First game of the con: Fits. #tbgt
3:48 PM Sep 18th, 2009 via TweetDeck

En route to #tbgt
2:16 PM Sep 18th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Vast improvement in health today. Does Friday hold curative powers?
1:19 PM Sep 18th, 2009 via TweetDeck

I think on top of whatever else I have going on that I have been dealing with a migraine since last night. Just waking up some now.
6:52 PM Sep 17th, 2009 via TweetDeck

So much for hoping that I dodged the worst of this. Paul is down for the count.
7:41 AM Sep 17th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Ok. I admit it. I am now full on sick. Alka Seltzer Plus Cold Nightime is in my very near future.
8:36 PM Sep 16th, 2009 via TweetDeck

is not happy about his sore throat. I'm blaming kids today and their rock & roll music. Either that or germ filled schools.
8:24 AM Sep 16th, 2009 via web

is procrastinating paying bills at this very moment.
9:19 PM Sep 15th, 2009 via web

Redirecting MX records like a fiend.
3:59 PM Sep 15th, 2009 via web

*Finally* got a decent night's sleep. Killian slept from about 9:30pm-6:45pm. Whew.
8:44 AM Sep 14th, 2009 via web

Poor kid is feeling pretty beat down tonight. Got a minor fever as well. Don't know if both are from what he already had or flu shot.
9:01 PM Sep 12th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Looks like we just have a cold but I did get a flu shot for him while we were there.
1:22 PM Sep 12th, 2009 via TweetDeck

At the doc's office with Killian & apparently every other kid in the area. 12:30 now - waiting to be seen for 11:30 appt.
12:33 PM Sep 12th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Another early morning wake up call from the kid (5am). He apparently has a cold so I'm blaming that.
10:03 AM Sep 12th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Everyone, say good morning to Killian. What, 4:40am?!? Killian, go back to sleep!!!
4:43 AM Sep 11th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Just joined the Y with Killian. Family membership < free with after school program he is already in. Signed him up for swimming lessons.
6:31 PM Sep 10th, 2009 via TweetDeck

wonders if he ever enjoyed bubble gum flavored toothpaste. Bleh!
8:32 AM Sep 9th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Just got interviewed by News Channel 12 for holiday traffic story. Whoopity doo.
4:51 PM Sep 7th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Mother-in-law's surgery is set to have initiated 7 minutes ago. Should last about 90 minutes and she should be set for discharge tomorrow.
9:07 AM Sep 7th, 2009 via web

Dear misfortune, Uncle! Sincerely, Paul
2:41 AM Sep 7th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Mother-in-law managed to bust her ankle pretty badly. Orthopedic sugery in the morning.
11:01 PM Sep 6th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Mother-in-law has landed herself in the hospital on our beach trip. Twisted her ankle (possible break) at the bottom of the front stairs.
8:54 PM Sep 6th, 2009 via TweetDeck

@ NC Aquarium - http://bkite.com/0bzNC
1:40 PM Sep 6th, 2009 via Brightkite

Day 1 @ the beach = successful and fun. Day 2 = overcast.
9:58 AM Sep 6th, 2009 via web

Arrival. The rental house is ridiculous sweet.
3:12 PM Sep 5th, 2009 via TweetDeck

I'm at Oakleaf Dr & Holly Rd, Pine Knoll Shores, NC 28512, United States - http://bkite.com/0bxOG
3:11 PM Sep 5th, 2009 via Brightkite

I'm at Richlands Rd & W New Bern Rd, Kinston, NC 28504, United States - http://bkite.com/0bxyw
12:58 PM Sep 5th, 2009 via Brightkite

I'm at near Beechtree, NC, United States - http://bkite.com/0bxqd
11:47 AM Sep 5th, 2009 via Brightkite

is underway to the east coast.
11:45 AM Sep 5th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Packing for the beach trip with the boy, mother-in-law and a couple of friends. Here's hoping the getaway proves relaxing.
10:20 PM Sep 4th, 2009 via web

Is it noon already?!?
4:31 PM Aug 31st, 2009 via web

Also engaged in a biologically forced nap from 4-6:30ish today. Apparently, it was much needed.
9:06 PM Aug 30th, 2009 via web

Just finished a Lego project with Killian before putting him to bed. Very fun because he was into it and capable. http://tinyurl.com/kp2ggc
9:04 PM Aug 30th, 2009 via web

Recommendations for an attorney in Raleigh to help me settle Bobbie's estate? One that could help with the s-corp stuff would be necessary.
10:45 AM Aug 30th, 2009 via web

is trying to keep the balance.
10:28 AM Aug 30th, 2009 via TweetDeck

One might ask onself "Paul, are you migrating some Exchange mailboxes tonight?" to which the answer is seemingly almost always "Yes I am."
1:50 AM Aug 30th, 2009 via web

Aaaaand mailbox migrations from last night complete. Whew, that was a long one.
7:40 AM Aug 29th, 2009 via web

Yet more mailbox migration rules the night at the McRae household.
10:20 PM Aug 28th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Is pondering the choice between the "smooth" flow of today and a punch in the mouth.
1:20 PM Aug 28th, 2009 via web

is passing out. Too many late work nights strung together.
10:41 PM Aug 27th, 2009 via web

Installing a DirecTV HD DVR. Woohoo!
8:49 PM Aug 27th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Freshen Up bubble gum. Random memory tonight.
1:13 AM Aug 27th, 2009 via web

Surprise, surprise, I'm migrating the crap out of some Exchange mailboxes.
10:27 PM Aug 26th, 2009 via web

Flight of the Conchords Season 2 watching commenced last night in the McRae household.
7:14 PM Aug 26th, 2009 via TweetDeck

A kind of fun quote from the radio morning show today. "It's like holding hands with the sun." Must be the Raisin Bran sun.
9:41 AM Aug 26th, 2009 via web

iPhone replacement hardware secured. Diagnosis: bad modem. Symptoms: most prevalent = ~75% dropped calls.
1:24 AM Aug 26th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Migrating more Exchange mailboxes.
10:43 PM Aug 25th, 2009 via web

Got a Logitech Harmony remote for by birthday. B.A.
12:48 AM Aug 25th, 2009 via web

I was also offered the alternate option that they may have just found the sauce in the grass.
7:01 PM Aug 24th, 2009 via TweetDeck

I was just informed that a buffalo must have eaten that sauce & they broke it open to get the sauce out & put it on the chicken.
7:01 PM Aug 24th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Gymnastics is imminent.
10:45 AM Aug 22nd, 2009 via TweetDeck

How often does your birthday annual mark fall on the same day of the week on which you were born?
2:23 PM Aug 21st, 2009 via web

That was a lot of fun. Apparently, I'm quite popular with 5 year olds.
1:43 PM Aug 21st, 2009 via TweetDeck

I am about to have lunch with my son at school!
12:56 PM Aug 21st, 2009 via TweetDeck

is feeling the extra year this round.
12:09 PM Aug 21st, 2009 via web

is migrating the crap out of some Exchange mailboxes.
11:13 PM Aug 19th, 2009 via web

Just wrapped up a cul de sac multi-kid playfest. Killian had quite the day o' play after school.
8:59 PM Aug 19th, 2009 via TweetDeck

is combination impressed at the speed of people processing at the Soc Sec office and saddened by the refusal to allow use of electronics.
1:15 PM Aug 19th, 2009 via web

grows weary of the nightly "Eat your dinner" battle.
7:37 PM Aug 18th, 2009 via TweetDeck

You know what they say. "The older the berry, the sweeter the juice."
6:01 PM Aug 18th, 2009 via TweetDeck

That doesn't sound so good. Let's call it "organizing my new office".
9:56 AM Aug 18th, 2009 via web

Unpacking my giant pile of crap.
9:52 AM Aug 18th, 2009 via web

Correction: my extreme lack of fitness.
10:02 PM Aug 17th, 2009 via TweetDeck

30 minutes on the elliptical confirming my lack of fitness.
10:02 PM Aug 17th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Killian back at school. Me back at work. Universal balance shifting ever so slightly back toward normal.
8:20 AM Aug 17th, 2009 via TweetDeck

It's just that there's a lot of people over there and my arms are pretty small. I'm just not so sure this plan was very well thought out.
7:41 PM Aug 16th, 2009 via TweetDeck

The pearl is in the river.
10:31 AM Aug 16th, 2009 via web

do = so
5:18 PM Aug 15th, 2009 via txt

I'd believe it if I had actually gotten around to making it do yet.
5:17 PM Aug 15th, 2009 via txt

I don't believe the thermometer today.
3:57 PM Aug 15th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Things to which I am looking 0% forward today: cleaning the kitchen floor.
9:05 AM Aug 15th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Healthy quality dinner at Killian's request: Little Caesar's cheese pizza.
7:00 PM Aug 14th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Just awoke from an apparently necessary nap. Killian is still snoozing. Here's hoping for minimal impact to his overnight sleep.
3:49 PM Aug 14th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Pediatrician visit = sinus infection speculation. Initiating antibiotic treatment.
9:32 AM Aug 14th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Entering hour 61 of a recurring 101-ish degree fever for Killian. Looks like a return trip to the pediatrician might be in the cards today.
7:17 AM Aug 14th, 2009 via web

Entering hour 39 of feverish kiddo. :(
8:57 AM Aug 13th, 2009 via TweetDeck

The little guy is viral & the pup is being treated by way of ointment.
1:12 PM Aug 12th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Sick kid + sick dog today. Awesomeness.
8:46 AM Aug 12th, 2009 via web

is hoping Killian's random fever tonight stays gone. Damn you, public school germ pool!
11:20 PM Aug 11th, 2009 via web

Just heard on the radio: "It was both of your all's fault." Oh you South, you.
8:19 AM Aug 10th, 2009 via TweetDeck

is contending with some withstandable anxiety issues.
12:05 AM Aug 10th, 2009 via web

The speaker does NOT recognize respresentative Heat Miser. Whew! Good grief it's ridicarous sweltering out there!
2:08 PM Aug 9th, 2009 via TweetDeck

wants to, once again, offer his gratitude to Frank & Susan for organizing yesterday's memorial event. It was very much as Bobbie described.
8:59 AM Aug 9th, 2009 via TweetDeck

is remembering.
4:15 PM Aug 8th, 2009 via TweetDeck

How Liv Tyler continues to get work is far beyond me.
9:32 PM Aug 6th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Luckily, there are still a couple of mountains left.
8:30 PM Aug 6th, 2009 via TweetDeck

has been using the distraction of mountains of paperwork to not feel much.
8:29 PM Aug 6th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Had the difficult conversation with Killian this morning to break the news. It went about as well as I could expect. I held together.
6:43 PM Aug 1st, 2009 via TweetDeck

Killian in his kindergarten cube at meet the teacher night tonight... http://twitpic.com/ccfkh
12:39 AM Aug 1st, 2009 via TweetDeck

Just dropped off my boy for his first day of kindergarten! I'm so excited for him! And he was pretty jazzed too.
8:46 AM Jul 29th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Uhh... G Force #1 this weekend?... WTF?!?
9:23 AM Jul 27th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Commencing an attempt to get at least a reasonable night's sleep. (fingers crossed)
10:15 PM Jul 26th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Apparently, I can bear a fairly enormous load, but one thing I can't take is inappropriate shit happening to my boy.
9:40 AM Jul 26th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Broke the news about Bobbie to Killian this morn. As feared, 4 days of virtual sleep deprivation drove me to completely lose my composure.
9:37 AM Jul 26th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Got almost 3 hours. Could use another 23.
3:35 PM Jul 25th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Zonking out for an unavoidable nap after yet another sleepless night with Bobbie. The 3rd straight. Not that she's faring any better.
11:18 AM Jul 25th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Getting ready to have breakfast for dinner. Mmmm mmmm!
7:33 PM Jul 24th, 2009 via TweetDeck

2 more viewings of the birthday party video down by Killian's request. Hoping to get it posted to facebook tonight.
7:53 PM Jul 22nd, 2009 via TweetDeck

shuffled the living room furniture last night to accommodate Bobbie's hospital bed.
8:21 AM Jul 22nd, 2009 via TweetDeck

Just finished watching Killian's 5th bday video for the 4th time at his request. Props to @fwimmer for the creation.
9:11 PM Jul 21st, 2009 via TweetDeck

had a great day with Killian. That boy can make me smile. Oh, and he is near mastering The Monkees theme song.
2:09 AM Jul 19th, 2009 via web

Bobbie's breakfast: http://twitpic.com/arcee
9:12 AM Jul 18th, 2009 via TweetDeck

En route to get Bobbie from the hospital. I will try to get the promised email update out tonight.
12:04 PM Jul 17th, 2009 via TweetDeck

I watched Ice Age (original) with Killian last night for his 1st time. He spent the whole movie asking me if Diego turned to a good guy yet.
7:59 AM Jul 16th, 2009 via TweetDeck

I wonder how tough it is to come up with names for generic grocery store products. How do you "generify" Frosted Flakes?
7:25 AM Jul 15th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Update from today. Bobbie will be in the hospital until Fri. She's tired & in a little pain from time to time, but in good spirits overall.
9:03 PM Jul 14th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Bobbie will be on the hospital until Wednesday or Thursday. I'll send a more detailed update to the mailing list. Thanks to all.
9:03 PM Jul 13th, 2009 via TweetDeck

A quick Google search tells me that they do.
3:31 PM Jul 13th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Do birds have saliva?
3:28 PM Jul 13th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Info from the doc was not exceptionally definitive. Meds to be adjusted. Hoping to maintain effectiveness of steroids for another 6-10 wks.
3:27 PM Jul 13th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Doc came by while Bobbie was in the restroom. Looks like we'll have to wait another couple hours for results.
1:26 PM Jul 13th, 2009 via TweetDeck

In a room now. Doc should be by soon to give MRI & blood results. Updates to follow.
11:49 AM Jul 13th, 2009 via TweetDeck

The nurse survived unslugged. Bobbie is now in a room. The doctor is supposed to be by shortly with MRI results & instructions.
11:26 AM Jul 13th, 2009 via TweetDeck

This ER nurse is making me want to commence a practice of slugging women. Ok, maybe just one woman in particular. Slugging womAn.
9:35 AM Jul 13th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Back from the MRI & waiting for admittance. She is fast asleep at the moment.
8:39 AM Jul 13th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Sorry about the constant updates. Helping me stay distracted.
7:20 AM Jul 13th, 2009 via TweetDeck

She remains conscious and normally responsive. More details when I can.
7:20 AM Jul 13th, 2009 via TweetDeck

They gave her a steroid dose by IV & are testing blood She is currently getting an MRI of the head. She will be admitted to the hospital.
7:18 AM Jul 13th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Bobbie had a seizure. En route to hospital. She is awake & functioning. More details when available.
6:03 AM Jul 13th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Operation Return Trip complete. Now commencing Operation Recovery.
7:06 PM Jul 12th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Commencing Operation WTF I-64 W?!?
3:33 PM Jul 12th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Commencing Operation Return Trip.
2:50 PM Jul 12th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Waterpark, Magic Quest game, magic & juggling show, animatronic show and finally Monsters vs. Aliens to round out a huge day. And now, sleep
11:47 PM Jul 11th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Attending magic & juggling show.
7:18 PM Jul 11th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Long day/night, 4 hours of waterpark time, 1 biologically forced nap (for me) and we are about to commence Magic Quest around the hotel.
4:51 PM Jul 11th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Ok, up & moving. Now to motivate the waterpark part of me. I know it's in there somewhere. Needing glasses really cramps that interest.
9:18 AM Jul 11th, 2009 via TweetDeck

I'm at Great Wolf Lodge Resort - http://bkite.com/09tbV
1:01 AM Jul 11th, 2009 via Brightkite

I'm at near Dortches, NC, United States - http://bkite.com/09sJc
8:58 PM Jul 10th, 2009 via Brightkite

And now we prep for departure to the Great Wolf Lodge.
6:52 PM Jul 10th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Bobbie is home from the hospital.
6:51 PM Jul 10th, 2009 via TweetDeck

On a contrarily positive hospital note, 3 close friends welcomed new babies over the past 2 days. Congrats to all!
8:15 PM Jul 9th, 2009 via TweetDeck

And here I thought I was going to be able to post about our first ER trip in Raleigh that *didn't* result in Bobbie being admitted, but...
8:14 PM Jul 9th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Bobbie has actually managed to graduate to a second file at her oncologist's office : http://twitpic.com/9rw8r
7:03 AM Jul 9th, 2009 via TweetDeck

I am constantly reminded that I spent the bulk of my life making some really fantastic friends, but never more so than over the past months.
7:34 PM Jul 8th, 2009 via TweetDeck

76 Exchange databases created. And now, bed.
12:22 AM Jul 8th, 2009 via TweetDeck

The 1st day @ camp was apparently a success.
8:07 PM Jul 7th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Is that the girly version of Zooloretto?
7:04 PM Jul 7th, 2009 via txt

I can't believe my boy is sorta starting K tomorrow. Sorta because he starts year round as tracked out. So, it's 3 weeks of summer camp.
8:22 PM Jul 6th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Today's life is brought to you by the letters R and J and by the number 11.
10:47 AM Jul 5th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Saturday summary: Planned task accomplishment rate = 66%. Great day with my son rate = 100%. Satisfaction with results = Complete.
2:15 AM Jul 5th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Task plans for day: trim hedges, clean vehicle, continue Exchange migration efforts. Likelihood of accomplishing day's plans: 63%.
9:35 AM Jul 4th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Migrating 5,400 Exchange mailboxes to PST first 48 hours = not as much so.
9:58 AM Jul 3rd, 2009 via TweetDeck

Spiderman: Web of Shadows first 4 hours on Xbox 360 = pretty entertaining.
9:50 AM Jul 3rd, 2009 via TweetDeck

How can a 4 day week feel like a 2 week week?
5:00 PM Jul 2nd, 2009 via web

Few things are as simply entertaining as a child's collection of bath toys. http://twitpic.com/8xxvr
9:42 AM Jul 1st, 2009 via TweetDeck

I was just informed by my son that Megatron likes to sing Wiggles songs & was treated to a sampling. Combo of entertaining & frightening.
9:38 AM Jul 1st, 2009 via TweetDeck

Wishing my wife the happiest of birthdays.
7:57 AM Jun 30th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Had my heart torn out this morning by a teary eyed 5 yr old not wanting daddy to leave for work. Guess I had a better weekend than I thought
9:24 AM Jun 29th, 2009 via web

Played Tiger Woods '10 on the Wii last night. Pretty entertaining. With better graphics, it might convince me to buy a Wii.
7:45 AM Jun 29th, 2009 via TweetDeck

doesn't know whether that little cat nap is going to help or hinder him in the long run.
6:01 PM Jun 28th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Apologies in advance to my neighbor peeps as I'm am about to commence some pre-9am lawn mowing on a Sunday.
8:51 AM Jun 28th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Pretty jazzed. Killian is all about playing some Spidet-man on the 360.
8:18 AM Jun 28th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Gymnastics efforts complete & I'm somehow more tired than Killian.
4:16 PM Jun 27th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Killian gymnastics followed by a gymnastics birthday party. Apparently, it's going to be a gymnastic day. I'll play the role of observer.
9:29 AM Jun 27th, 2009 via TweetDeck

An ugly day at the workplace. Some bad news for some good friends.
5:37 PM Jun 26th, 2009 via web

has never eaten uncooked manticore.
7:55 AM Jun 26th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Why is this feeling not so much like a Friday?
7:49 AM Jun 26th, 2009 via TweetDeck

has a strong dislike for the fauxhawk.
11:13 PM Jun 24th, 2009 via TweetDeck

had a nice lunch today at Sullivan's Steakhouse in downtown Raleigh today compliments of VMware.
12:34 AM Jun 24th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Just watched Underdog with Killian. Not surprisingly not good.
8:59 PM Jun 22nd, 2009 via TweetDeck

I got so wrapped up in birthday party planning that I totally overlooked the fact that today is Father's Day. Happy day to my fellow dads!
9:34 AM Jun 21st, 2009 via TweetDeck

Well, for a *ridiculously* hot day for an outdoor birthday event, I think it went off quite well. Killian had a GREAT 5th birthday!
10:13 PM Jun 20th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Had to be a 100 degree day for Killian's birthday since it's an outside venue, of course.
10:15 AM Jun 20th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Commencing birthday weekend for the boy. Wish it wasn't going to be ludicrous hot & humid.
7:56 PM Jun 19th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Got through the basics of the first steps of my first Exchange environment build today.
7:54 PM Jun 19th, 2009 via TweetDeck

had the rare opportunity to use both the words quadrilateral and parallelogram in context tonight.
12:15 AM Jun 19th, 2009 via TweetDeck

Crazy busy "vacation" day winding down. 1 kindergarten trip, hospital trip, birthday party, kindergarten orientation & family dinner later.
9:01 PM Jun 18th, 2009 via TweetDeck