-Went to the OH tonight, it was the first time there since january and we had a great time. just a bunch of the guys. I had entirely too much booze ( I think that might have something to do with the 2 trays of shooters that we baught between the bunch of us) but I guess I'm playing poker later on today so that will be ok. The best part is, I didn't pay for most of it as I hit the machine at mikes waiting for the rest of them. Took about $90 out and spent most of it. It was great.
-Forgot about this; Dave, this is something we'll have to get back working on
Saturday, October 23, 2004
Sunday, October 17, 2004
Another Update
-Sorry for being so long between updates, but It's just been that quiet around here. I'm working nights so by the time I get home I don't want to be creative. I just want to veg. Espically the past few days, as it's been so busy. 80 calls in about 7 and a half hours is about what I'm averaging. and everyone wants to argue with me.
When you call tech support there are things you should do and things you should not under any cirmantences do
-Went to the Timberwolves game last night; which they lost, but they played what I thought was a decent game. Who didn't have a decent game was the Official BJ Young. Missing Key calls including a hit from behind and a player drawing blood was bad enough; but the best one that I saw was the puck actually leaving the ice; hitting a kid on the top of the head and coming back to the ice, Truro picking it up and bring it back down the ice for a goal. There is no excuse for missing that type of call. These officials keep making these types of idiodic calls and then are brought back the next week. It's terrible, and one of these night is going to lead to something bad happening on the ice when one of this idiots calls leads it out of control.
- @.com is a blog that one of the guys from work has put together. It's a very Tech intensive blog, but if you want to learn, he always seems to have the most detailed articles on what's going on. First time I saw about the Halo 2 leak is on his Blog.
-I've kind of been getting back in to ER this year, after catching last season's season finale. I had to find out what happioned and now I find myself always downloading the next episode to keep up. We'll see if they can keep my interest.
-West Wing update: The new season starts this week, and a article on Canoe.com/jam states that it may last longer then the Bartlett Administration. That would mean an almost full change of the cast that most of the fans have grown to know, almost making a West Wing 2 kind of feel.
When you call tech support there are things you should do and things you should not under any cirmantences do
- DO be in front of your computer with it powered on. Yes, you can be on the phone and have the computer on at the same time. It will not cause a tear in the time/space vortex that will send you and the PC to the land of purple monkeys.
- DON'T ARGUE WITH THE TECH!!! You are calling me becouse you don't know what the problem is. I am trying to help you, and wish to do so.
- DON'T LIE TO THE TECH!! This is a big one, even a little white lie will piss me off and you will find that if I am pissed off at you then thw less you will get. I will always do my job on a call, but it's the little extras that you will miss out on. If you really anger me, you will pay the stupid tax of going to see a tech.
-Went to the Timberwolves game last night; which they lost, but they played what I thought was a decent game. Who didn't have a decent game was the Official BJ Young. Missing Key calls including a hit from behind and a player drawing blood was bad enough; but the best one that I saw was the puck actually leaving the ice; hitting a kid on the top of the head and coming back to the ice, Truro picking it up and bring it back down the ice for a goal. There is no excuse for missing that type of call. These officials keep making these types of idiodic calls and then are brought back the next week. It's terrible, and one of these night is going to lead to something bad happening on the ice when one of this idiots calls leads it out of control.
- @.com is a blog that one of the guys from work has put together. It's a very Tech intensive blog, but if you want to learn, he always seems to have the most detailed articles on what's going on. First time I saw about the Halo 2 leak is on his Blog.
-I've kind of been getting back in to ER this year, after catching last season's season finale. I had to find out what happioned and now I find myself always downloading the next episode to keep up. We'll see if they can keep my interest.
-West Wing update: The new season starts this week, and a article on Canoe.com/jam states that it may last longer then the Bartlett Administration. That would mean an almost full change of the cast that most of the fans have grown to know, almost making a West Wing 2 kind of feel.
Saturday, October 09, 2004
Friday, October 08, 2004
Another Year Older and Deeper In Debt
-Yes I know I misquoted the song.
-So as you can see from the new countdown clock; another birthday has passed making me 26. I didn't see things like this when I was 26, but you take what you can get. I spent the day in moncton with Mom and Jamie, who is home for a week or so. I spent way too much money buying some clothes. Finally picked up a new Vest, Although I don't think I'm going to retire the black one just yet. Picked up a really nice knit sweater and finally a sports jacket. Then we went to Chapters and I picked up a few books including "Broken Harts: The Life and death of Owen Hart" I finished this one already. It's an interesting read; The only thing that I can't get over is if Owen wanted out so bad, why hang around so long? Wrestling must be so hard, seems to be a lot to do just for the money.
I also picked up:
- Went into Old Navy Today too, I don't see what the big fuss is about. It seemed to be all over-priced stuff with stupid logo's on it. The funny part is I didn't see an simple Old Navy t-shirt anywhere.
-Anyone see the new Britney Spears Video: My prerogative, Bobby Brown must be rolling over in his grave..Just a second...Are you Sure?...Turns out Bobby Brown is not dead, just his career is. Speaking of which, I see that there is a new video from Bobby's former Group, New Edition as well. Bobby; Jump on the bandwagon and hit the road for the reunion tour.
-I just can't fand any decent music to download. That dosen't jive with the fact that I want a MP3 player. I was looking at Ipods and they are just too expensive. I've also heard that the batteries in them don't last past a year. I was looking at a Creative 40GB one at Compucorner, almost did it, but too much $$$. Hopefully the prices will drop in the hard drive based MP3 players after christmas...or I hit the lottery between now and then.
-I also saw the new G5 IMac's today. I really like the way it looks and the screen is beautiful. It will be interesting to see how long they last before burnout happens
-I've got a bunch of G-mail invites again. Just hit the E-mail link and I'll hook you up with one.
-Wow, all the computer and Gadget stuff...Have I become a Geek? I guess so....
-New Winamp Playlist
-So as you can see from the new countdown clock; another birthday has passed making me 26. I didn't see things like this when I was 26, but you take what you can get. I spent the day in moncton with Mom and Jamie, who is home for a week or so. I spent way too much money buying some clothes. Finally picked up a new Vest, Although I don't think I'm going to retire the black one just yet. Picked up a really nice knit sweater and finally a sports jacket. Then we went to Chapters and I picked up a few books including "Broken Harts: The Life and death of Owen Hart" I finished this one already. It's an interesting read; The only thing that I can't get over is if Owen wanted out so bad, why hang around so long? Wrestling must be so hard, seems to be a lot to do just for the money.
I also picked up:
- A couple of George Carlin Books, Braindroppings and Napalm and Silly Putty
- and The West Wing Episode Guide. I looked at picking up the shooting scripts but found that they were really hard to read.
- Went into Old Navy Today too, I don't see what the big fuss is about. It seemed to be all over-priced stuff with stupid logo's on it. The funny part is I didn't see an simple Old Navy t-shirt anywhere.
-Anyone see the new Britney Spears Video: My prerogative, Bobby Brown must be rolling over in his grave..Just a second...Are you Sure?...Turns out Bobby Brown is not dead, just his career is. Speaking of which, I see that there is a new video from Bobby's former Group, New Edition as well. Bobby; Jump on the bandwagon and hit the road for the reunion tour.
-I just can't fand any decent music to download. That dosen't jive with the fact that I want a MP3 player. I was looking at Ipods and they are just too expensive. I've also heard that the batteries in them don't last past a year. I was looking at a Creative 40GB one at Compucorner, almost did it, but too much $$$. Hopefully the prices will drop in the hard drive based MP3 players after christmas...or I hit the lottery between now and then.
-I also saw the new G5 IMac's today. I really like the way it looks and the screen is beautiful. It will be interesting to see how long they last before burnout happens
-I've got a bunch of G-mail invites again. Just hit the E-mail link and I'll hook you up with one.
-Wow, all the computer and Gadget stuff...Have I become a Geek? I guess so....
-New Winamp Playlist
Wednesday, October 06, 2004
This Is Me
This is a survey that was on the original Dok's Office Webpage. Sitting here bored made me want to update some of it and post it here, so here it is:
Full name: Christopher Lawrence Doyle
Birthday: Oct 8/1978 (but I will accept gifts at anytime)
Hometown: The Black Side of Darkness...Miramichi, NB
Education: James M.Hill High School (graduated June 1996)
NBCC Woodstock (Radio Broadcasting Program, Graduated June 1999)
Employment: ICT: Aliant
Nicknames:Tiny, Dok, and CD
What's on my mouse pad: nothing
Fav Magazines: Blender
Fav Smells: Fresh Bread
Fav Sounds: The right song at the right time
Worst Feeling in the world: trying to decide of you've made the right choice
Best feeling in the world: when you know you have
First thing I think of in the morning: Do I have to get up now...
Roller Coaster, Scary or exciting: depends on my mood
How Many rings to answer the phone: Two
Future Daughter's name: who knows
Future son's name: see above
Fav Foods: Fish and chips, Mac and cheese, Chicken Wings
Chocolate or Vanilla: Vanilla
Do I like to drive fast: I don't drive but I like to go fast
Storms- cool or scary: cool
If I could meet one person dead or alive, Who would it be: I really don't know
Fav Alcoholic Drink: Crown and Pepsi
What is my zodiac sign: Libra
If I could have any job I wanted what would it be: sitting beside Jim Ross on RAW
Ever been in love: Yes
Is the glass half empty or half full: Half full
Fav Movies: The Pelican Brief, Spiderman
Lefty or Righty: Lefty
Do I type with my fingers on the right keys: No
What's under my bed: Boxes of Books
Fav Number: whatever my bank account says
Fav Sport to watch: Wrestling on tv and hockey live
Were you named after anyone? Nope
Do you wish on stars? yep
Which finger is your favorite? Who has a favorite Finger?
When did you last cry? Long time ago
If you were making a movie about yourself, what would the title be? Who Spells Phone with an F?
Do you like your handwriting: I like it....no one else can understand it ......but I like it
Who do you admire?: my friends
What is the #1 priority in your life? to have as much fun as possible
What is your favorite lunch meat: Roast Beef
Any bad habits? I play the VLT's a little too much
What's your most embarrassing CD in your collection right now? I really don't think I have one. I got rid of a lot of them
If you were another person, would you be friends WITH you?: Yes Because I'm cool
Are you a daredevil? sometimes
Have you ever told a secret you swore you wouldn't tell? yes :(
Do looks matter? not as much as a personality
Have you ever misused a swear word and it sounded absolutely stupid? damn yeah
Do you think there is a pot of gold at the end of the rainbow? hopefully
Are you trendy? nope, I'm me
What do you do to release anger? Listen to loud music
Are you passive or aggressive? depends on what it is about
Who is your idol?: I don't know if I have one
Where is your second home? ICT
Do you trust others easily? yes
What was your favorite toy as a child? WWF Wrestling ring and "Spot" the pound Puppy
What class in school do you think is totally useless? French.....10 years and I still can't speak a word
Do you like sappy love songs? Some of them
Have you ever been on radio or television? do you really have to ask?
Do you have a journal? Yes, You're reading it now
Do you like sarcasm? Do I like Sarcasm
Have you ever been in a mosh pit? Nope
Do you feel understood most of the time? yes
Do you know what 'sctief' is? This is a nonsense acronym found in a bogus feel good survey sent out on the web.
Could you be a vegetarian? nope, not a chance
Would you ever bungee jump? maybe
Do you untie your shoes every time you take them off? nope
What are you worried about right now? Some people around me
Do you ever wear coveralls? Nope
Do you think you are strong: is that the same as stubborn
What's your favorite ice cream flavor? Strawberry
What's your favorite colour? Red and black
What's your least favorite thing in the world? having people I care about mad at me
How many teeth do you have? All of them
Parent's names: Pam and peter
Pets: There is way too many to meantion
Height: 6foot 2
How much do you love your job: I'd like the job if there were less stu...Not computer literate people to talk too
Been to Africa? no
Been toilet-papering? nope
Loved somebody so much it made you cry? yes
Car accident?: nope
Croutons or Bacon Bits: both
2 doors or 4 (on a car): 4
Sprite or 7 Up: Sprite
Favorite Holiday: Christmas.
Favorite Day of the week: whenever i'm off
Favorite Word or phrase: i see...
Favorite toothpaste: crest
Favorite Restaurant: Jungle Jim's
Favorite Flowers: whatever she wants me to buy:)
Preferred Type of Ice: in a rink
Best friend and why: Jessica....there is nothing that she doesn't know...and anything she doesn't all she has to do is ask.
Disney/Warner bros: Disney
Favorite Fast Food Restaurant: Arby's
When was your last hospital visit? Blood Work in June/04
What color is your bedroom's carpet? brown
Have you ever been convicted of a crime? nope...and they will never catch me....haha
Which single store would you choose to max out your credit card? Future Shop
What do you do most often when you are Bored? go online
Name the person that you are friends with that lives the farthest away: Dave
Most annoying thing? people who don't' know when to shut....the....hell....up when they have no clue what they are talking about
Bedtime: when I'm tired
The key to leading a happy fulfilling Life? remembering not to sweat the small stuff.....and let's face it...most of it is small stuff.
Full name: Christopher Lawrence Doyle
Birthday: Oct 8/1978 (but I will accept gifts at anytime)
Hometown: The Black Side of Darkness...Miramichi, NB
Education: James M.Hill High School (graduated June 1996)
NBCC Woodstock (Radio Broadcasting Program, Graduated June 1999)
Employment: ICT: Aliant
Nicknames:Tiny, Dok, and CD
What's on my mouse pad: nothing
Fav Magazines: Blender
Fav Smells: Fresh Bread
Fav Sounds: The right song at the right time
Worst Feeling in the world: trying to decide of you've made the right choice
Best feeling in the world: when you know you have
First thing I think of in the morning: Do I have to get up now...
Roller Coaster, Scary or exciting: depends on my mood
How Many rings to answer the phone: Two
Future Daughter's name: who knows
Future son's name: see above
Fav Foods: Fish and chips, Mac and cheese, Chicken Wings
Chocolate or Vanilla: Vanilla
Do I like to drive fast: I don't drive but I like to go fast
Storms- cool or scary: cool
If I could meet one person dead or alive, Who would it be: I really don't know
Fav Alcoholic Drink: Crown and Pepsi
What is my zodiac sign: Libra
If I could have any job I wanted what would it be: sitting beside Jim Ross on RAW
Ever been in love: Yes
Is the glass half empty or half full: Half full
Fav Movies: The Pelican Brief, Spiderman
Lefty or Righty: Lefty
Do I type with my fingers on the right keys: No
What's under my bed: Boxes of Books
Fav Number: whatever my bank account says
Fav Sport to watch: Wrestling on tv and hockey live
Were you named after anyone? Nope
Do you wish on stars? yep
Which finger is your favorite? Who has a favorite Finger?
When did you last cry? Long time ago
If you were making a movie about yourself, what would the title be? Who Spells Phone with an F?
Do you like your handwriting: I like it....no one else can understand it ......but I like it
Who do you admire?: my friends
What is the #1 priority in your life? to have as much fun as possible
What is your favorite lunch meat: Roast Beef
Any bad habits? I play the VLT's a little too much
What's your most embarrassing CD in your collection right now? I really don't think I have one. I got rid of a lot of them
If you were another person, would you be friends WITH you?: Yes Because I'm cool
Are you a daredevil? sometimes
Have you ever told a secret you swore you wouldn't tell? yes :(
Do looks matter? not as much as a personality
Have you ever misused a swear word and it sounded absolutely stupid? damn yeah
Do you think there is a pot of gold at the end of the rainbow? hopefully
Are you trendy? nope, I'm me
What do you do to release anger? Listen to loud music
Are you passive or aggressive? depends on what it is about
Who is your idol?: I don't know if I have one
Where is your second home? ICT
Do you trust others easily? yes
What was your favorite toy as a child? WWF Wrestling ring and "Spot" the pound Puppy
What class in school do you think is totally useless? French.....10 years and I still can't speak a word
Do you like sappy love songs? Some of them
Have you ever been on radio or television? do you really have to ask?
Do you have a journal? Yes, You're reading it now
Do you like sarcasm? Do I like Sarcasm
Have you ever been in a mosh pit? Nope
Do you feel understood most of the time? yes
Do you know what 'sctief' is? This is a nonsense acronym found in a bogus feel good survey sent out on the web.
Could you be a vegetarian? nope, not a chance
Would you ever bungee jump? maybe
Do you untie your shoes every time you take them off? nope
What are you worried about right now? Some people around me
Do you ever wear coveralls? Nope
Do you think you are strong: is that the same as stubborn
What's your favorite ice cream flavor? Strawberry
What's your favorite colour? Red and black
What's your least favorite thing in the world? having people I care about mad at me
How many teeth do you have? All of them
Parent's names: Pam and peter
Pets: There is way too many to meantion
Height: 6foot 2
How much do you love your job: I'd like the job if there were less stu...Not computer literate people to talk too
Been to Africa? no
Been toilet-papering? nope
Loved somebody so much it made you cry? yes
Car accident?: nope
Croutons or Bacon Bits: both
2 doors or 4 (on a car): 4
Sprite or 7 Up: Sprite
Favorite Holiday: Christmas.
Favorite Day of the week: whenever i'm off
Favorite Word or phrase: i see...
Favorite toothpaste: crest
Favorite Restaurant: Jungle Jim's
Favorite Flowers: whatever she wants me to buy:)
Preferred Type of Ice: in a rink
Best friend and why: Jessica....there is nothing that she doesn't know...and anything she doesn't all she has to do is ask.
Disney/Warner bros: Disney
Favorite Fast Food Restaurant: Arby's
When was your last hospital visit? Blood Work in June/04
What color is your bedroom's carpet? brown
Have you ever been convicted of a crime? nope...and they will never catch me....haha
Which single store would you choose to max out your credit card? Future Shop
What do you do most often when you are Bored? go online
Name the person that you are friends with that lives the farthest away: Dave
Most annoying thing? people who don't' know when to shut....the....hell....up when they have no clue what they are talking about
Bedtime: when I'm tired
The key to leading a happy fulfilling Life? remembering not to sweat the small stuff.....and let's face it...most of it is small stuff.
Tuesday, October 05, 2004
Vacation Update
-Yes I am on vacation and I love it, I'm not bored yet.
-It's amazing how much money you can spend without leaving the house. I got the Tickets for The Tragically Hip concert in Saint John; The hotel for the evening and then I decided to start my christmas shopping. Retirement Plan 649 can start anytime
-Wrestling fans NEED to find the Jim Cornette Shoot Interview; It's 4 1/2 hours long, but It's great and funny for all the stories that he tells.
-It's amazing how much money you can spend without leaving the house. I got the Tickets for The Tragically Hip concert in Saint John; The hotel for the evening and then I decided to start my christmas shopping. Retirement Plan 649 can start anytime
-Wrestling fans NEED to find the Jim Cornette Shoot Interview; It's 4 1/2 hours long, but It's great and funny for all the stories that he tells.
Sunday, September 26, 2004
*whuh...What a week
-OK, first things first. I've left the NAW. It's gone through a change of ownership and the momentium that we had fell off. I knew it was time to give it up after sitting in front of a blank WORD screen for 45 minutes. Nothing against the gang there, but it's time to put CD Lawrence to rest. Maybe he'll be reborn in another forum (Another one of those book projects I'm always thinking about)
-It been a busy week here in the Doyle Household. Last sunday, Mom threw a surprize birthday party for my grandmother, who today turns 80. Some of Gram's friends were here. She said it was the first birthday party she'd had. This was followed up by basically a week of celebrations, and people coming up to visit, along with a phone ringing off the hook with good wishes. Anyone who has Friday's Miramichi Weekend can see her pic in the paper, as we put in a birthday announcement.
-Also going on this weekend is the annual miramichi Dog show, which has mom and dad running around. I used to take part in this, but kind of fell out as the people that I knew did as well
-We took a trip to Moncton yesterday, so mom could pick up a dog from a friend of her's. Going down anyway, I decided to go into Future shop and pick up a couple of PS2 games. So I got NHL 2005 (with a bonus extra controller) and Def Jam: Fight for NY.
I really like NHL 2005, with the World Cup of Hockey feature. I've been playing that a lot. I also now know why they were giving the controller away. It's a little bigger then a regular one. It's going to take a little getting used to.
Def Jam is going to take a LOT of getting used to. I've had 15 fights and had my ass handed to me 15 times. But it's a great game. Can't wait to spend some time on it.
-Question: Future show has all these new TV screens for sale...Why do they still have the old green screens for the checkout's?
-It been a busy week here in the Doyle Household. Last sunday, Mom threw a surprize birthday party for my grandmother, who today turns 80. Some of Gram's friends were here. She said it was the first birthday party she'd had. This was followed up by basically a week of celebrations, and people coming up to visit, along with a phone ringing off the hook with good wishes. Anyone who has Friday's Miramichi Weekend can see her pic in the paper, as we put in a birthday announcement.
-Also going on this weekend is the annual miramichi Dog show, which has mom and dad running around. I used to take part in this, but kind of fell out as the people that I knew did as well
-We took a trip to Moncton yesterday, so mom could pick up a dog from a friend of her's. Going down anyway, I decided to go into Future shop and pick up a couple of PS2 games. So I got NHL 2005 (with a bonus extra controller) and Def Jam: Fight for NY.
I really like NHL 2005, with the World Cup of Hockey feature. I've been playing that a lot. I also now know why they were giving the controller away. It's a little bigger then a regular one. It's going to take a little getting used to.
Def Jam is going to take a LOT of getting used to. I've had 15 fights and had my ass handed to me 15 times. But it's a great game. Can't wait to spend some time on it.
-Question: Future show has all these new TV screens for sale...Why do they still have the old green screens for the checkout's?
Monday, September 20, 2004
My new "Most annoying"
SF:I don't know what my password is, Do you know what it is?
Me: No, But I can reset it. What would you like your password to be/
SF: Can I have the same as it was before
We've both already had the conversation that neither of us know what the password is, so how can I reset it to the same thing it is now?
I really should drink more
Me: No, But I can reset it. What would you like your password to be/
SF: Can I have the same as it was before
We've both already had the conversation that neither of us know what the password is, so how can I reset it to the same thing it is now?
I really should drink more
Sunday, September 19, 2004
Poker on TSN
Finally..TSN is going to start showing the World Series of Poker for this year starting Monday
5:30 PM Best of the 2003 World Series of Poker - Memorable Moments
Then Friday:
8:30 2004 World Series of Poker: No Limit Hold 'Em ($2000)
Saturday is going to be a great day for poker on TSN as it's 3 hours starting at 8pm.
8:00 PM 2004 World Series of Poker: Seven Card Stud ($1500)
9:00 PM 2004 World Series of Poker: No Limit Hold 'Em ($1000)
10:00 PM2004 World Series of Poker: Pot Limit Omaha ($2000)
I'm sure there is more to come. I can't wait till it gets to the main event, I've seen some of it but not a lot of it.
5:30 PM Best of the 2003 World Series of Poker - Memorable Moments
Then Friday:
8:30 2004 World Series of Poker: No Limit Hold 'Em ($2000)
Saturday is going to be a great day for poker on TSN as it's 3 hours starting at 8pm.
8:00 PM 2004 World Series of Poker: Seven Card Stud ($1500)
9:00 PM 2004 World Series of Poker: No Limit Hold 'Em ($1000)
10:00 PM2004 World Series of Poker: Pot Limit Omaha ($2000)
I'm sure there is more to come. I can't wait till it gets to the main event, I've seen some of it but not a lot of it.
Saturday, September 11, 2004
Random Update
-Yes...Carrie you are right. He would be a Whittiker, but half a Kenny :)
-Made my Preorder for WWE Smackdown! Vs RAW It's still over 2 months away, but I can't wait. Now I just need to clear enough room off the card for it.
-Bittorrent is great, I just wanted to say that. I've got WWF Superstars: The Past 10 years the past week. It was the last Syndicated WWF Superstars before the show was made into a clip show that eventually turned into The WWE Experience. Watching it (It's from 1996) I never realized now many of the people featured init we've lost. Mr. Perfect Curt Henning; Gorilla Monsoon; Brian Pillman; Davey Boy Smith; Yokozuna and Owen Hart, all passed on; most before their time.
-Song I like that I thought was going to be bigger then it was: Bachelor Girl: Buses and Trains
-Made my Preorder for WWE Smackdown! Vs RAW It's still over 2 months away, but I can't wait. Now I just need to clear enough room off the card for it.
-Bittorrent is great, I just wanted to say that. I've got WWF Superstars: The Past 10 years the past week. It was the last Syndicated WWF Superstars before the show was made into a clip show that eventually turned into The WWE Experience. Watching it (It's from 1996) I never realized now many of the people featured init we've lost. Mr. Perfect Curt Henning; Gorilla Monsoon; Brian Pillman; Davey Boy Smith; Yokozuna and Owen Hart, all passed on; most before their time.
-Song I like that I thought was going to be bigger then it was: Bachelor Girl: Buses and Trains
Wednesday, September 08, 2004
So much game My nickname should be ESPN
-There is a new Kenny in the world today. Dana and Dave had thier second child today, a boy, Tanner Joseph. Mom and Child are doing fine. I think I used this joke last time but Grandpa Joe already has the kid spoiled
-Willie, I hate it when people say they know something but can't say anything. That's really not right :)
-So I picked my new schedule today. There was NOTHING worth anything by the time I got to it, at least not what I wanted (early Morning with 2 days off in a Row) so I went with:
Saturday: Off
Sunday: Off
Monday: Noon to 8:30
Tuesday: 2:30 to 11pm
Wednesday: 3 to 11:30pm
Thursday: 2:30 to 11pm
Friday: 2:30pm to 11pm
The weekend off is nice with hockey season coming and just regular weekend things. It's just going to be a bitch getting turned around to that time of day.
-People that are landing here from the NavBar, if you don't mind, leave a note on the tagboard. I like seeing what people have to say. I looked at that NWA link that was left. I wish that there was a local wrestling company like that here in New Brunswick. Maybe soon...
-Willie, I hate it when people say they know something but can't say anything. That's really not right :)
-So I picked my new schedule today. There was NOTHING worth anything by the time I got to it, at least not what I wanted (early Morning with 2 days off in a Row) so I went with:
Saturday: Off
Sunday: Off
Monday: Noon to 8:30
Tuesday: 2:30 to 11pm
Wednesday: 3 to 11:30pm
Thursday: 2:30 to 11pm
Friday: 2:30pm to 11pm
The weekend off is nice with hockey season coming and just regular weekend things. It's just going to be a bitch getting turned around to that time of day.
-People that are landing here from the NavBar, if you don't mind, leave a note on the tagboard. I like seeing what people have to say. I looked at that NWA link that was left. I wish that there was a local wrestling company like that here in New Brunswick. Maybe soon...
Saturday, September 04, 2004
Do you play Hockey?
Just back from my second live hockey game of the season as the Timberwolves are back in full swing with thier exhibition season. After tonights win, defeating the Campbellton Tigers 8-7, that puts them at 2 wins, one loss. It's a good basic team. I'd like to see a better goaltender and a couple more big defencemen.
I did see my first one punch knockout. Tyler Veary went to take on one of the Tigers and got tagged with an unprotected straight out shot to the chin that put him out cold before he hit the ice. Lance Woodmen stepped up his game with a pair of goals and a pair of Beauty fights. I like Marlin Joseph as a tough little player, who will drop gloves when necessary, and those that don't know that he's a southpaw, look out.
I did see my first one punch knockout. Tyler Veary went to take on one of the Tigers and got tagged with an unprotected straight out shot to the chin that put him out cold before he hit the ice. Lance Woodmen stepped up his game with a pair of goals and a pair of Beauty fights. I like Marlin Joseph as a tough little player, who will drop gloves when necessary, and those that don't know that he's a southpaw, look out.
Monday, August 30, 2004
Listening to Primetime
- I was not one of these people who thought that Canada did a horrible job at the Olympics. 12 medals for this country is good, espically for the Summer Olympics. I have no problem with the amount of money that we give Amatuer Athletes. If they want more, lets do something like having a "top-up" at some of the great corporate citizens, like if you go to Sobey's and the bill comes to 21.59, let's bump it up to 22.00 and give the overage to the athletes.
-I bought the Sons of Maxwell's new album "Sunday Morning". It's what you would expect from the boys, which is good but not great. It will get a spot in my stereo for a while.
-Who will get a contract first? Aliant or The NHL? Leave your thought on the tag board.
- The Halloween party is apparently in the planning stages. Now when it comes to the costume I will wear; I have no idea.
-I am just about a month away from Vacation...I go from October 2 to October 8 (Go shorty, It's my birthday) but with some creative scheduling, I don't have to go back untill the 12. I know that Dave is going to be in the province for some of that time, so I'm hoping to make it down to moncton to see him. Maybe go to F-city to hang around with the kid brother, we'll see.
-Speaking about F-city, it along with Saint John is going to get a visit from the boys of Great Big Sea. I'm a little disapointed that Northren New Brunswick is not getting a show, but that may be another reason to hold off and go down for the show.
-Speaking of GBS, Saw the new Video for "Shines Right Through Me", Who are the extra two guys and why is Sean Mccann wearing a cowboy hat? I know the drummer (Kris Macfarlane) was on tour with Crush, so have they added someone new or was it just a guy to fill in a spot in the video.
-I'm writing this post using Mozilla Spacephoenix, thanks to a plug-in in Firefox. The plug in renames the browser everytime that you open a new window. Totally useless, but fun. I don't think that I've done a full review of Firefox yet, and I won't tonight, but everyone should at least give it a try. IE does a good job with Service Pack 2, as I have not recieved a pop-up in the few times that I use IE since the install.
-Leo Laporte is back on the air on Tech TV Canada. It's a great show for the computer novices amongst us. Check your local listings on your digital provider. If you don't have digital television. the shownotes are available here
-As I was sitting here, CIBC called and wanted to know if I was happy with my service. I am, and the one on the line told me that I could pay less interest if I change cards. HBC rewards are not enough to make me want to pay 9% more interest.
-Then I am calling Bell to have the movie networks removed from my Bell Expressvu. Since I have had them, I haven't watched more then 3 whole shows, "What a girl Wants", "Chris Rock- Never Scared" and "Lewis Black- Black on Broadway". It's just not worth it.
-The NAW are back on the block this week with the first Saturday Night Rampage. CD is back in the main event, this time teaming back up with Gregory Maines to take on Damien and Theron in a Steel cage match. If any of the old gang from RAW or the ICWF come by here, drop me a line. We are looking for people to join up
-I bought the Sons of Maxwell's new album "Sunday Morning". It's what you would expect from the boys, which is good but not great. It will get a spot in my stereo for a while.
-Who will get a contract first? Aliant or The NHL? Leave your thought on the tag board.
- The Halloween party is apparently in the planning stages. Now when it comes to the costume I will wear; I have no idea.
-I am just about a month away from Vacation...I go from October 2 to October 8 (Go shorty, It's my birthday) but with some creative scheduling, I don't have to go back untill the 12. I know that Dave is going to be in the province for some of that time, so I'm hoping to make it down to moncton to see him. Maybe go to F-city to hang around with the kid brother, we'll see.
-Speaking about F-city, it along with Saint John is going to get a visit from the boys of Great Big Sea. I'm a little disapointed that Northren New Brunswick is not getting a show, but that may be another reason to hold off and go down for the show.
-Speaking of GBS, Saw the new Video for "Shines Right Through Me", Who are the extra two guys and why is Sean Mccann wearing a cowboy hat? I know the drummer (Kris Macfarlane) was on tour with Crush, so have they added someone new or was it just a guy to fill in a spot in the video.
-I'm writing this post using Mozilla Spacephoenix, thanks to a plug-in in Firefox. The plug in renames the browser everytime that you open a new window. Totally useless, but fun. I don't think that I've done a full review of Firefox yet, and I won't tonight, but everyone should at least give it a try. IE does a good job with Service Pack 2, as I have not recieved a pop-up in the few times that I use IE since the install.
-Leo Laporte is back on the air on Tech TV Canada. It's a great show for the computer novices amongst us. Check your local listings on your digital provider. If you don't have digital television. the shownotes are available here
-As I was sitting here, CIBC called and wanted to know if I was happy with my service. I am, and the one on the line told me that I could pay less interest if I change cards. HBC rewards are not enough to make me want to pay 9% more interest.
-Then I am calling Bell to have the movie networks removed from my Bell Expressvu. Since I have had them, I haven't watched more then 3 whole shows, "What a girl Wants", "Chris Rock- Never Scared" and "Lewis Black- Black on Broadway". It's just not worth it.
-The NAW are back on the block this week with the first Saturday Night Rampage. CD is back in the main event, this time teaming back up with Gregory Maines to take on Damien and Theron in a Steel cage match. If any of the old gang from RAW or the ICWF come by here, drop me a line. We are looking for people to join up
Sunday, August 22, 2004
WIDTH="88" HEIGHT="130" ALT="Want to Get Sorted?">What I go through Everyday
I think this is as close as I can get to explaining what goes on with me at work when talking to the public:
In the essence of "Who's on first?"
In the essence of "Who's on first?"
ABBOTT (behind the counter at: Super Duper computer store): Can I help you? COSTELLO: Thanks. I'm setting up an office in my den, and I'm thinking about buying a computer.
ABBOTT: Mac?
COSTELLO: No, the name's Lou.
ABBOTT: Your computer?
COSTELLO: I don't own a computer. I want to buy one.
ABBOTT: Mac?
COSTELLO: I told you, my name's Lou.
ABBOTT: What about Windows?
COSTELLO: Why? Will it get stuffy in here?
ABBOTT: Do you want a computer with Windows?
COSTELLO: I don't know. What will I see when I look in the windows?
ABBOTT: Wallpaper.
COSTELLO: Never mind the windows. I need a computer and software.
ABBOTT: Software for Windows?
COSTELLO: No. On the computer! I need something I can use to write proposals, track expenses and run my business. What have you got?
ABBOTT: Office.
COSTELLO: Yeah, for my office. Can you recommend anything?
ABBOTT: I just did.
COSTELLO: You just did what?
ABBOTT: Recommend something.
COSTELLO: You recommended something?
ABBOTT: Yes.
COSTELLO: For my office?
ABBOTT: Yes.
COSTELLO: OK, what did you recommend for my office?
ABBOTT: Office.
COSTELLO: Yes, for my office!
ABBOTT: I recommend Office with Windows.
COSTELLO: I already have an office and it has windows! OK, lets just say, I'm sitting at my computer and I want to type a proposal. What do I need?
ABBOTT: Word.
COSTELLO: What word?
ABBOTT: Word in Office.
COSTELLO: The only word in office is office.
ABBOTT: The Word in Office for Windows.
COSTELLO: Which word in office for windows?
ABBOTT: The Word you get when you click the blue "W."
COSTELLO: I'm going to click your blue "W" if you don't start with some straight answers. OK, forget that. Can I watch movies on the Internet?
ABBOTT: Yes, you want Real One.
COSTELLO: Maybe a real one, maybe a cartoon. What I watch is none of your business. Just tell me what I need!
ABBOTT: Real One.
COSTELLO: If its a long movie I also want to see reel 2, 3 & 4. Can I watch them? ABBOTT: Of course.
COSTELLO: Great, with what?
ABBOTT: Real One. COSTELLO; OK, I'm at my computer and I want to watch a movie. What do I do?
ABBOTT: You click the blue "1."
COSTELLO: I click the blue one what?
ABBOTT: The blue "1."
COSTELLO: Is that different from the blue "W"?
ABBOTT: The blue "1" is Real One and the blue "W" is Word.
COSTELLO: What word?
ABBOTT: The Word in Office for Windows.
COSTELLO: But there's three words in "office for windows!"
ABBOTT: No, just one. But it's the most popular Word in the world.
COSTELLO: It is?
ABBOTT: Yes, but to be fair, there aren't many other Words left. It pretty much wiped out all the other Words out there.
COSTELLO: And that word is real one?
ABBOTT: Real One has nothing to do with Word. Real One isn't even part of Office. COSTELLO: Stop! Don't start that again. What about financial bookkeeping, you have anything I can track my money with?
ABBOTT: Money.
COSTELLO: That's right. What do you have?
ABBOTT: Money.
COSTELLO: I need money to track my money?
ABBOTT: It comes bundled with your computer.
COSTELLO: What's bundled to my computer?
ABBOTT: Money.
COSTELLO: Money comes with my computer?
ABBOTT: Yes. No extra charge.
COSTELLO: I get a bundle of money with my computer? How much?
ABBOTT: One copy.
COSTELLO: Isn't it illegal to copy money?
ABBOTT: Microsoft gave us a license to copy Money.
COSTELLO: They can give you a license to copy money?
ABBOTT: Why not? THEY OWN IT!
COSTELLO: How do I turn my computer off?? ABBOTT: Click on "START".........
Thursday, August 19, 2004
Just a few things
-I like the new navbar at the top of the page. I've been checking out a few other blogs from the "Next Blog" window
-I talked to Jimmy Rankin at work yesterday. He was having problems with his e-mail. He sounds like he's a pretty good guy
-I don't know what it is but I have been getting the "611" calls at work more. People, is it that hard to dial 6 then 1 and then 1.
-Played poker saturday night...didn't win..at all
-I talked to Jimmy Rankin at work yesterday. He was having problems with his e-mail. He sounds like he's a pretty good guy
-I don't know what it is but I have been getting the "611" calls at work more. People, is it that hard to dial 6 then 1 and then 1.
-Played poker saturday night...didn't win..at all
Monday, August 16, 2004
Vegas
One of the Boards I go to all the time is the Thread APA~. ONe of the guys just got back from Vegas. This is his story.
Thursday, August 12, 2004
Just a couple of things
-Had a good time saturday night at Gully's, had to slow down just a touch near the end of the night; but a couple of Ben's Sliders (burgers) made everything better
-This is the the reason I can't wait for the next PS2 WWE game; RAW vs Smackdown!
-The NAW is taking a couple of weeks off. I thought I came out strong this past week at No Guts No Glory; but I guess just not strong enough. It will be interesting to see what will happen when the hiatis ends; as Gregory Maines has joined CD Lawrence as what seems to be the only Faces in the whole company.
-This is the the reason I can't wait for the next PS2 WWE game; RAW vs Smackdown!
-The NAW is taking a couple of weeks off. I thought I came out strong this past week at No Guts No Glory; but I guess just not strong enough. It will be interesting to see what will happen when the hiatis ends; as Gregory Maines has joined CD Lawrence as what seems to be the only Faces in the whole company.
Wednesday, August 04, 2004
The Mother of all Updates
-So I went to the poker tournament last week in Chatham head. I wasn't the first man out, so I consider it a win. Although I didn't win anything., it was an experience
-A couple of new links, including the link to Trillion and the site that I kill a lot of time with at work, Tech Comedy
-So I have to start paying my student loan, Not that big a deal, I knew this day is coming. They were supposed to take the money on the 1st. Tonight, the money is still sitting in the account. To top it off, I get a phone call from the national bank, wondering where my payment is. In my very sarcastic voice. "It's still in my bank account, waiting for you to take it".
-I think I am to the point of disliking stupid people. I'm beginning to use my LART ( (l)user attitude re-adjustment tool) even more often then usual. Actual call today (My part in red):
"Yeah I was supposed to call 611"
"OK, you called 611 and they tranfered you to me" (Stupid, but not out of the ordinary)
"No, I didn't know how to dial 611, so I called you. How do I dial 611?"
(My head meets the desk at a slowly increasing speed)"You dial 6-1 and then 1"
"Oh Ok thanks" (disconnects call)
One of my co workers says "I love it when you get sarcastic without getting sarcastic"
-I'm beginning to thinh the official language of my workplace is "answering questions correctly and honestly, but the answer having nothing to do with the question asked"
-Who will have a contract first, the NHL or Aliant?
-Looks like there is a spot opening on my Fav. radio station...Oh you thought I meant the Sludge? No, fool, The Fan 590 out of Toronto, as some major changes are coming down. it’s looking like Gord Stellick will move to the mornings to partner with Don Landry. Chuck Swirsky could be the afternoon replacement for Stellick. In the drive-home slot, 590 has finally canned Damien Cox. McCown will likely have rotating guest hosts instead of a regular partner.
-Looking forward to the parties at Carrie's on Saturday night, I might even have a beer or two :)
-A couple of new links, including the link to Trillion and the site that I kill a lot of time with at work, Tech Comedy
-So I have to start paying my student loan, Not that big a deal, I knew this day is coming. They were supposed to take the money on the 1st. Tonight, the money is still sitting in the account. To top it off, I get a phone call from the national bank, wondering where my payment is. In my very sarcastic voice. "It's still in my bank account, waiting for you to take it".
-I think I am to the point of disliking stupid people. I'm beginning to use my LART ( (l)user attitude re-adjustment tool) even more often then usual. Actual call today (My part in red):
"Yeah I was supposed to call 611"
"OK, you called 611 and they tranfered you to me" (Stupid, but not out of the ordinary)
"No, I didn't know how to dial 611, so I called you. How do I dial 611?"
(My head meets the desk at a slowly increasing speed)"You dial 6-1 and then 1"
"Oh Ok thanks" (disconnects call)
One of my co workers says "I love it when you get sarcastic without getting sarcastic"
-I'm beginning to thinh the official language of my workplace is "answering questions correctly and honestly, but the answer having nothing to do with the question asked"
-Who will have a contract first, the NHL or Aliant?
-Looks like there is a spot opening on my Fav. radio station...Oh you thought I meant the Sludge? No, fool, The Fan 590 out of Toronto, as some major changes are coming down. it’s looking like Gord Stellick will move to the mornings to partner with Don Landry. Chuck Swirsky could be the afternoon replacement for Stellick. In the drive-home slot, 590 has finally canned Damien Cox. McCown will likely have rotating guest hosts instead of a regular partner.
-Looking forward to the parties at Carrie's on Saturday night, I might even have a beer or two :)
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