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Monday, May 31, 2004
Today was an ok day. Started off the day wide eyed and bushy tailed. Up until the point where I was told that Janine would not be allowed to visit next weekend. That sort of killed my day. My mother was like "oh, I'm sorry to break your heart blah blah blah". It sort of made me sick. All the reasons given were pure bullshit, and at one point it felt like I was being pressured to break up with Janine. Well fuck that. The thing is that my mother actually meant it, too, that she didn't want to break my heart. Alright, enough about that...suffice to say that bummed me out. This has me very worried.
Anyways, so I go and ignore my parents for the better part of 3 hours and cleaned my room and hung more stuff up on my walls. You can get alot done when you just get fed up with one thing, and dive into another task to get away from it. My room is starting to look kick-ass. With a capital k and a, by the way. Must take picture of it when it's finished.
Then it was off to walk to Chris's. Good to talk to Janine along the way, which got me back into a happier mood.
Once there, I joined the guys and we watched Old School, ate, played basketball (where I sustained an impressive amount of injuries, and was forcibly retired from playing for the night), and then came back in and watched "The House on Haunted Hill". The beginning of that movie is really fucked up. Seriously, that just got me how fucking disturbing that was. I guess they did a good job at it, then, if it got to me that badly. The highlight of the evening was definitely playing basketball (despite possibly losing any chance to having children [not that I had a chance of having them in the first place, but that is beside the point], having my brains knocked around, etc.). Nick was nice enough to take my place on Bill's team. And we ridiculed a fight scene in Romeo Must Die. For your information, it was scene 37 out of 39.
I feel confused, depressed, happy, and weird, all combined into one neat little package. I dislike feeling this way, though it isn't too bad.
Good night everyone.
Anyways, so I go and ignore my parents for the better part of 3 hours and cleaned my room and hung more stuff up on my walls. You can get alot done when you just get fed up with one thing, and dive into another task to get away from it. My room is starting to look kick-ass. With a capital k and a, by the way. Must take picture of it when it's finished.
Then it was off to walk to Chris's. Good to talk to Janine along the way, which got me back into a happier mood.
Once there, I joined the guys and we watched Old School, ate, played basketball (where I sustained an impressive amount of injuries, and was forcibly retired from playing for the night), and then came back in and watched "The House on Haunted Hill". The beginning of that movie is really fucked up. Seriously, that just got me how fucking disturbing that was. I guess they did a good job at it, then, if it got to me that badly. The highlight of the evening was definitely playing basketball (despite possibly losing any chance to having children [not that I had a chance of having them in the first place, but that is beside the point], having my brains knocked around, etc.). Nick was nice enough to take my place on Bill's team. And we ridiculed a fight scene in Romeo Must Die. For your information, it was scene 37 out of 39.
I feel confused, depressed, happy, and weird, all combined into one neat little package. I dislike feeling this way, though it isn't too bad.
Good night everyone.
Alright. Time to cover May 30. Was that yesterday? Shit.
Started off with waking up...and umm...got up. It was off to calling people to see if they could come over. Chris, Chuck, and Nick said they couldn't make it. Bill and Eric said they'd be over at about 5.
So, my parents were right about to head out the door to a BBQ when Bill calls and tells me that they won't be able to make it. Good thing he called then...if he had called 30 seconds later, I'd have spent the day by myself. I quickly got ready and left and we got there...and was greeted outside by family, went insside and said hello to a few more people, and was given a brisk and perky "HI!!!" by Tramp...their black lab. Proceeded to sit, cook, eat, eat, eat, LINDELL'S!!!, COFFEE!!!. Then watched a f*cking hilarious show called "Curb Your Enthusiasm".
Once I got home, it was time to do some more reading of The Icarus Hunt. Good book. Though maybe I'm just a stupid fool, because other people have negative opinions of said book.
In other news, I took today off from running. I'm such a slacker. Also, my wrist has stopped aching, but still cracks like a whip. That is wicked cool. Oh, and how could I forget nearly slitting my throat when shaving? That M3Power razor is not something to be fucked around with. Though, then again, giving me anything pointy or sharp is generally a bad idea in the first place. Even worse if it's powered.
Getting ready to get some rack time, because I'm wicked tired, and I have a long day worked out for me tomorrow.
Billy-Bob is fucking scary. Especially after we lit up the peace pipe for him. Man, was he pissed.
Started off with waking up...and umm...got up. It was off to calling people to see if they could come over. Chris, Chuck, and Nick said they couldn't make it. Bill and Eric said they'd be over at about 5.
So, my parents were right about to head out the door to a BBQ when Bill calls and tells me that they won't be able to make it. Good thing he called then...if he had called 30 seconds later, I'd have spent the day by myself. I quickly got ready and left and we got there...and was greeted outside by family, went insside and said hello to a few more people, and was given a brisk and perky "HI!!!" by Tramp...their black lab. Proceeded to sit, cook, eat, eat, eat, LINDELL'S!!!, COFFEE!!!. Then watched a f*cking hilarious show called "Curb Your Enthusiasm".
Once I got home, it was time to do some more reading of The Icarus Hunt. Good book. Though maybe I'm just a stupid fool, because other people have negative opinions of said book.
In other news, I took today off from running. I'm such a slacker. Also, my wrist has stopped aching, but still cracks like a whip. That is wicked cool. Oh, and how could I forget nearly slitting my throat when shaving? That M3Power razor is not something to be fucked around with. Though, then again, giving me anything pointy or sharp is generally a bad idea in the first place. Even worse if it's powered.
Getting ready to get some rack time, because I'm wicked tired, and I have a long day worked out for me tomorrow.
Billy-Bob is fucking scary. Especially after we lit up the peace pipe for him. Man, was he pissed.
Saturday, May 29, 2004
So...last night. Still was pretty depressed. Went out to the Cambridgeside Galleria, hung around there for a while, got caught on tape by some wacko tourist. Left, couldn't find food anywhere, so we just sat down on concrete benches for a bit. Found out Janine called while we were on the subway, so I gave her a call back, and that perked me up for a bit, but after I got off the phone I went back to feeling down.
Eventually we decided to just come back to Quincy and eat at the 99. Which gave me troubles to no end. Survived the trek home. It was quite the accomplishment, let me tell you. Despite feeling like crap for the better part of the evening, it was still quite the adventure around Boston...never used the South Station stop before, didn't realize it would put us so close to PO Square and such. It sucked to see everything closed down like that...but it was the financial district at like 7, so I didn't really expect it to be hustling and bustling with activity. Though we did have some close calls with those trucks and other assorted vehicles.
Called Janine, and we talked for a bit, and I perked up in record time. I was really looking forward to seeing her today, but unfortunately things did not work out. My mother grilled me about her when I told her that a "friend" might be stopping by. And I thought I was being pretty subtle. Oh well. I guess I gave away that by "friend", I meant "girlfriend"...I don't know how my mother knew...but she did. J9...J'espère vous voir bientôt. Peut-etre le semaine prochaine? Je ne suis pas sûr, mais je peux encore espérer. I wish time would go faster, because I am really looking forward to seeing her again.
Tried to figure out if she was coming or not, got a negative, so I did a fartlek workout today that covered about 3.5 miles or so. Mmm...fartleks...good stuff. Legs ache a tad bit, but not badly. It tastes like burning.
Came back and cleaned, in hopes that things will work out next weekend.
Went out to supper at Pier 44 with my parents. Service was slow, but it made for a relaxing night...we were there for about 2 hours...stuffed myself full. Picked stuff up at a wholesale club (lots of food...mmmm...). I am extremely tired right now. And am going to go to bed. And I just ate alot of chocolate. Yum.
Thinking about having the gang over the house tomorrow, because there isn't much else to do. Except move lots of stones. Which we don't have a wheelbarrow to do. Woo-hoo. Though I might go to my uncles and aunts place. Most likely will stay home though.
Eventually we decided to just come back to Quincy and eat at the 99. Which gave me troubles to no end. Survived the trek home. It was quite the accomplishment, let me tell you. Despite feeling like crap for the better part of the evening, it was still quite the adventure around Boston...never used the South Station stop before, didn't realize it would put us so close to PO Square and such. It sucked to see everything closed down like that...but it was the financial district at like 7, so I didn't really expect it to be hustling and bustling with activity. Though we did have some close calls with those trucks and other assorted vehicles.
Called Janine, and we talked for a bit, and I perked up in record time. I was really looking forward to seeing her today, but unfortunately things did not work out. My mother grilled me about her when I told her that a "friend" might be stopping by. And I thought I was being pretty subtle. Oh well. I guess I gave away that by "friend", I meant "girlfriend"...I don't know how my mother knew...but she did. J9...J'espère vous voir bientôt. Peut-etre le semaine prochaine? Je ne suis pas sûr, mais je peux encore espérer. I wish time would go faster, because I am really looking forward to seeing her again.
Tried to figure out if she was coming or not, got a negative, so I did a fartlek workout today that covered about 3.5 miles or so. Mmm...fartleks...good stuff. Legs ache a tad bit, but not badly. It tastes like burning.
Came back and cleaned, in hopes that things will work out next weekend.
Went out to supper at Pier 44 with my parents. Service was slow, but it made for a relaxing night...we were there for about 2 hours...stuffed myself full. Picked stuff up at a wholesale club (lots of food...mmmm...). I am extremely tired right now. And am going to go to bed. And I just ate alot of chocolate. Yum.
Thinking about having the gang over the house tomorrow, because there isn't much else to do. Except move lots of stones. Which we don't have a wheelbarrow to do. Woo-hoo. Though I might go to my uncles and aunts place. Most likely will stay home though.
Friday, May 28, 2004
Definitely woke up on the wrong side of the bed this morning. Woke up more tired than I was when I fell asleep, and I feel pretty down. Bah.
Yesterday, went out for a nice and relaxing 3.5 mile run out in Marina Bay, and had a decent time for it, too. It was actually fun. Unfortunately, it is absolutely pouring out today, so I probably won't be able to go out and run (double plus ungood).
Went out to eat at Gennaro's Eatery with my father, and then we went to Walmart to check out the wheelbarrows. Once back home, and quickly changed and headed to NQ Station to get to Jillians. Now, I get to the train station at 8:00 PM. I got to Jillians at 8:40 PM, including wait times for red line and green line. Wow. Called up Haviland, and found out that he'll be gone for the weekend. After that, called up a beautiful young woman, and I was kind of an ass. Je suis desole.
My cousins and friends get there and we go inside. One of them got interrogated about her age because she doesn't look 21, but the big black guy (named Bubba?) finally stamped her hand. Wished my cousin a happy 21st birthday. Met a few new people in there, and hung around the billiard tables (surprise!). Did decently...well, didn't lose a game all night, so that was good. Everyone was making impressive shots, and made for pretty exciting games.
I left at about 11, was on the phone for a few minutes, unfortunately had to say good night, then jumped on the trolley and narrowly missed a brawl. J'attends avec intérêt de vous revoir.
Not sure what's going on later, but I need to go and get stuff done.
Bye.
Yesterday, went out for a nice and relaxing 3.5 mile run out in Marina Bay, and had a decent time for it, too. It was actually fun. Unfortunately, it is absolutely pouring out today, so I probably won't be able to go out and run (double plus ungood).
Went out to eat at Gennaro's Eatery with my father, and then we went to Walmart to check out the wheelbarrows. Once back home, and quickly changed and headed to NQ Station to get to Jillians. Now, I get to the train station at 8:00 PM. I got to Jillians at 8:40 PM, including wait times for red line and green line. Wow. Called up Haviland, and found out that he'll be gone for the weekend. After that, called up a beautiful young woman, and I was kind of an ass. Je suis desole.
My cousins and friends get there and we go inside. One of them got interrogated about her age because she doesn't look 21, but the big black guy (named Bubba?) finally stamped her hand. Wished my cousin a happy 21st birthday. Met a few new people in there, and hung around the billiard tables (surprise!). Did decently...well, didn't lose a game all night, so that was good. Everyone was making impressive shots, and made for pretty exciting games.
I left at about 11, was on the phone for a few minutes, unfortunately had to say good night, then jumped on the trolley and narrowly missed a brawl. J'attends avec intérêt de vous revoir.
Not sure what's going on later, but I need to go and get stuff done.
Bye.
Thursday, May 27, 2004
Bon apres-midi! Je ne fais pas beaucoup au jord'hui. Maintenant, je suis a mon ordinateur, et avant mon tele. C'est ca.
Let's finish off yesterday. Had an eye doctor's appointment. Good news and bad news. My vision hasn't changed. Bad news: I need to get my eyes dilated. *Shudder*
I made quite a bit of progress in my room. Lots more stuff hanging up on my walls now. It's wicked cool, I'll have to take a picture of it sometime.
Then it was more food time! Nothing like a second supper to fill you up!
The contractors got here this morning at about 9, and they're now almost done with the deck. Looking good. Did some more cleaning in my room, and set aside yet more stuff to be burned at the Squantum Bonfire on July 3rd.
I'm going out for a run in a few minutes, probably going to go through Marina Bay. Don't have a weight room to lift in, afterwards, so I'll have to improvise a bit.
And tonight, I [would like to] go to Jillian's and celebrate my cousin's 21st birthday. Not 100% sure just yet. Depends on a couple things. We'll see. Need to call cousin now.
Later.
Let's finish off yesterday. Had an eye doctor's appointment. Good news and bad news. My vision hasn't changed. Bad news: I need to get my eyes dilated. *Shudder*
I made quite a bit of progress in my room. Lots more stuff hanging up on my walls now. It's wicked cool, I'll have to take a picture of it sometime.
Then it was more food time! Nothing like a second supper to fill you up!
The contractors got here this morning at about 9, and they're now almost done with the deck. Looking good. Did some more cleaning in my room, and set aside yet more stuff to be burned at the Squantum Bonfire on July 3rd.
I'm going out for a run in a few minutes, probably going to go through Marina Bay. Don't have a weight room to lift in, afterwards, so I'll have to improvise a bit.
And tonight, I [would like to] go to Jillian's and celebrate my cousin's 21st birthday. Not 100% sure just yet. Depends on a couple things. We'll see. Need to call cousin now.
Later.
Wednesday, May 26, 2004
I guess food did me some good, at least now I have energy. Not feeling down anymore--just remembered a thing or two, and that got me back to normal...and I'm now a ball of energy, bouncing off the walls. In fact, I'm having trouble sitting still to write this down. Feels good. I don't think I'll be able to go to sleep tonight.
They are making excellent progress on the back deck.
Watching "Children of Dune" while reading the Rules of the Road by the RMV...I might be going for my permit on Friday. Should have my license shortly after that, if all goes to plan.
Now to go invent more stuff for me to do by myself...like eating...and movies...along with doing a little cleaning. I have an appointment with my eye doctor tonight at 6. Woo-hoo.
I'll be available after about 8 tonight.
They are making excellent progress on the back deck.
Watching "Children of Dune" while reading the Rules of the Road by the RMV...I might be going for my permit on Friday. Should have my license shortly after that, if all goes to plan.
Now to go invent more stuff for me to do by myself...like eating...and movies...along with doing a little cleaning. I have an appointment with my eye doctor tonight at 6. Woo-hoo.
I'll be available after about 8 tonight.
Yesterday was good. Chris and I headed out on our mission for Nick...and promptly get lost on the T. Ended up going to Friday's near the Pru. I am the King of eating.
Nick opened up the massive bag of goodies. Good stuff. Then walked around and ended up going to a bookstore and then eating Krispy Kremes.
I also had the pleasure of talking to J9 last night, but I was wicked tired.
Today, I'm feeling wicked depressed. No one's around, nothing to do, etc. *Sigh*
I took a nap to try and feel better, but it just made me feel even more depressed. Alright, enough negativity from me...please take it easy, and I hope that I'll talk to you later.
Nick opened up the massive bag of goodies. Good stuff. Then walked around and ended up going to a bookstore and then eating Krispy Kremes.
I also had the pleasure of talking to J9 last night, but I was wicked tired.
Today, I'm feeling wicked depressed. No one's around, nothing to do, etc. *Sigh*
I took a nap to try and feel better, but it just made me feel even more depressed. Alright, enough negativity from me...please take it easy, and I hope that I'll talk to you later.
Monday, May 24, 2004
Ok, woke up, ran down to Chris's house, ran with him, then ran back home. Total of about 5.25 miles. Good times, except for that one hill.
Now to document my day at Beantown Blitz. Woke up at 6:30 or so, got ready, and was at NQHS by 7:20. We all piled onto a train at NQ Station, and made our way to NU. They proceed to get stuff ready, while Nicole and I divy up coaching the qualification matches.
Once all that was figured out, I head to the field, and look up into the stands for HYPER, and for Aces High. Couldn't find the person I was looking for, so I go back to 176's pit and left a message for her.
Took the drive team aside and spoke to them for a few minutes. They were pretty nervous, but had it well under control by the time the first match came around. Kudos to them, they did one hell of a job.
Nicole was going to coach our first match, so I headed towards where HYPER was sitting, but I didn't make it that far. I was scanning the Aces High seating area (right behind HYPER), when I feel someone tug on my leg. I look down, and my heart skipped a beat. It was Janine...sitting in seat "J9" (I should have figured).
Took the seat next to her, despite cootie contamination, and we sorta just hung out for a while. I found out that she's quite ticklish. Excellent. Unfortunately, she noticed that I'm rather ticklish, too. Damn. All good though. Lots of fun times.
I had to do some coaching. Did well, I guess. Being a "'god' of the driving box" is harder than it looks.
Anyways, I didn't really pay attention to any of the matches (except for Aces High's and HYPER's). Tom came up to get me down for the eliminations, because the drive team wanted me in the box with them. We win the first match, then lose the next two, and so Sharpie was retired from competition. Had one hell of a good run. The drive team had a wicked good time, and [very surprisingly] dealt with every difficulty almost perfectly. The robot didn't explode, and we walked away with the "Wicked Awesome Robot" award (though Tom and I agree it should be named the "Wicked Pissah Robot" award).
It hit me just how much I love spending time with Lexan. Got to sneak in something quick just before she left, though (she turned a little red...mission accomplished!). I wish I hadn't been a driving coach so I could have had more time to be with her. Can't wait until BattleCry...
Unfortunately, the night didn't treat me very well. Got nailed by something thrown from a car. Thankfully whomever threw it was drunk, for it only hit my hand and shattered my cell phone (which was later fixed). Whatever.
Saturday was a great day--I enjoyed being with Janine, and I also went to a robotics competition. Too bad the devil horns didn't work out :-(. "Don't worry, it's just like taking off a band-aid!"
Thank you, and I miss you.
Now to document my day at Beantown Blitz. Woke up at 6:30 or so, got ready, and was at NQHS by 7:20. We all piled onto a train at NQ Station, and made our way to NU. They proceed to get stuff ready, while Nicole and I divy up coaching the qualification matches.
Once all that was figured out, I head to the field, and look up into the stands for HYPER, and for Aces High. Couldn't find the person I was looking for, so I go back to 176's pit and left a message for her.
Took the drive team aside and spoke to them for a few minutes. They were pretty nervous, but had it well under control by the time the first match came around. Kudos to them, they did one hell of a job.
Nicole was going to coach our first match, so I headed towards where HYPER was sitting, but I didn't make it that far. I was scanning the Aces High seating area (right behind HYPER), when I feel someone tug on my leg. I look down, and my heart skipped a beat. It was Janine...sitting in seat "J9" (I should have figured).
Took the seat next to her, despite cootie contamination, and we sorta just hung out for a while. I found out that she's quite ticklish. Excellent. Unfortunately, she noticed that I'm rather ticklish, too. Damn. All good though. Lots of fun times.
I had to do some coaching. Did well, I guess. Being a "'god' of the driving box" is harder than it looks.
Anyways, I didn't really pay attention to any of the matches (except for Aces High's and HYPER's). Tom came up to get me down for the eliminations, because the drive team wanted me in the box with them. We win the first match, then lose the next two, and so Sharpie was retired from competition. Had one hell of a good run. The drive team had a wicked good time, and [very surprisingly] dealt with every difficulty almost perfectly. The robot didn't explode, and we walked away with the "Wicked Awesome Robot" award (though Tom and I agree it should be named the "Wicked Pissah Robot" award).
It hit me just how much I love spending time with Lexan. Got to sneak in something quick just before she left, though (she turned a little red...mission accomplished!). I wish I hadn't been a driving coach so I could have had more time to be with her. Can't wait until BattleCry...
Unfortunately, the night didn't treat me very well. Got nailed by something thrown from a car. Thankfully whomever threw it was drunk, for it only hit my hand and shattered my cell phone (which was later fixed). Whatever.
Saturday was a great day--I enjoyed being with Janine, and I also went to a robotics competition. Too bad the devil horns didn't work out :-(. "Don't worry, it's just like taking off a band-aid!"
Thank you, and I miss you.
Sunday, May 23, 2004
Don't have much time. This will be quick.
Went to Beantown Blitz yesterday, and unfortunately had to be a driving coach. I was ecstatic that I was able to spend time with Janine. I feel like the luckiest guy on Earth, and I miss her.
Larger update coming later about this weekend, but I'm now going to a family party now to celebrate my cousin coming home from a successful semester in London.
Went to Beantown Blitz yesterday, and unfortunately had to be a driving coach. I was ecstatic that I was able to spend time with Janine. I feel like the luckiest guy on Earth, and I miss her.
Larger update coming later about this weekend, but I'm now going to a family party now to celebrate my cousin coming home from a successful semester in London.
Friday, May 21, 2004
Just got in. Went to Bartley's for hamburgers. Chuck got his usual fish and chips, despite his "love of variety". They went to BU for billiards. I came home.
Bought chocolate frappe, then started walking home, and called up Janine and talked to her for a while.
Sort of feel like a coward now, because a guy had a knife out in his hand and was following me down Faxon Road, and so I sprinted for a bit, and left him in the dust.
Must've been a big brawl at Murphys Irish Pub, cause the police were there. Silly Irish, beer is for kids! Whoa...that came out wrong.
Too tired to continue. 'Night.
Bought chocolate frappe, then started walking home, and called up Janine and talked to her for a while.
Sort of feel like a coward now, because a guy had a knife out in his hand and was following me down Faxon Road, and so I sprinted for a bit, and left him in the dust.
Must've been a big brawl at Murphys Irish Pub, cause the police were there. Silly Irish, beer is for kids! Whoa...that came out wrong.
Too tired to continue. 'Night.
Yesterday: I wrote a thank you note to Group Manager at Gillette for the interview, tour, and lunch. Then went out to supper with parents to the 99. Bill called, asking if I wanted to play basketball at school yard with Chuck and Eric but I was not able to make it. Was very glad to have a chance to speak to Janine. When bushes uproot and start to follow you around, you know it's time to call it a night. So I went home.
I was so exhausted when I got in that I just collapsed on my bed and sacked out almost immediately.
Today: woke up, wiped the sand out of my eyes, and I've been a lazy bum all day. I do need to go back to Ace Hardware, and I need to check my voice mail. Still feel incredibly tired. Might take a nap soon.
NOTE: just went to Ace Hardware, and pulled a Janinia, or however it is spelled. I feel wide awake now. It was good to go out and get some fresh air. So good, in fact, I think I'm going out for a run in about 20 minutes or so, and get more of that air. Oxygen is good. I like it.
Going to bed early tonight...I'm pretty sure everyone knows what is happening tomorrow. Beantown Blitz. I get to see Janine! Should be wicked fun. And robots. Lots of robots. I hope HYPER's new modifications don't make it explode. Because, yeah, that would just suck.
"SOMEBODY CALL GUINNESS! I'M ABOUT TO GO FROM 0 TO DRUNK IN 20 DOLLARS!!!"--Div
Hey, Nick, did you know that the average person swallows 16 spiders in their sleep every year?
See everyone soon.
Simmons: "Sir! We need to get Donut airlifted out of here, fast!!"
Sarge: "Why don't you type that up for me in a memo, and entitle it SHIT I ALREADY KNOW!!!"
Ok, I'm really going this time. Bye.
I was so exhausted when I got in that I just collapsed on my bed and sacked out almost immediately.
Today: woke up, wiped the sand out of my eyes, and I've been a lazy bum all day. I do need to go back to Ace Hardware, and I need to check my voice mail. Still feel incredibly tired. Might take a nap soon.
NOTE: just went to Ace Hardware, and pulled a Janinia, or however it is spelled. I feel wide awake now. It was good to go out and get some fresh air. So good, in fact, I think I'm going out for a run in about 20 minutes or so, and get more of that air. Oxygen is good. I like it.
Going to bed early tonight...I'm pretty sure everyone knows what is happening tomorrow. Beantown Blitz. I get to see Janine! Should be wicked fun. And robots. Lots of robots. I hope HYPER's new modifications don't make it explode. Because, yeah, that would just suck.
"SOMEBODY CALL GUINNESS! I'M ABOUT TO GO FROM 0 TO DRUNK IN 20 DOLLARS!!!"--Div
Hey, Nick, did you know that the average person swallows 16 spiders in their sleep every year?
See everyone soon.
Simmons: "Sir! We need to get Donut airlifted out of here, fast!!"
Sarge: "Why don't you type that up for me in a memo, and entitle it SHIT I ALREADY KNOW!!!"
Ok, I'm really going this time. Bye.
Thursday, May 20, 2004
Woke up before 7 and got stuff ready for the contractor, then went to Greater Boston Food Bank with ISSB and loaded food, brought it back, and off loaded it. Very light haul this time around, only about a thousand pounds or so.
Walked back, and stopped in at Mantis, and then took a quick look around Ace Hardware.
Quick recap of yesterday...woke up (ugh...), relaxed (woo-hoo?), went out to Vinny Testa's right across from the Pru[dential Center], and discovered a...KRISPY KREME!!!. Then walked around Boston. And didn't even see a single limousine (SWEET!!!). Talked to Janine (yay!) for a while. I pray that she's feeling better.
Funniest shirt (ever)...written in really tiny tiny TINY print is: "Nosey little fucker, aren't you?". Though the Bomb Squad "If you see us running, try and keep up." is still classic.
Mountain Dew Livewire is great! MUST...DRINK...MORE!!!
I'm in a crazy mood...but don't know what crazy thing I should do. I'll go figure that out now. Though my body still is sore and aches, so I don't know how crazy it'll get. No jumping out the window, at least.
Au revoir.
Walked back, and stopped in at Mantis, and then took a quick look around Ace Hardware.
Quick recap of yesterday...woke up (ugh...), relaxed (woo-hoo?), went out to Vinny Testa's right across from the Pru[dential Center], and discovered a...KRISPY KREME!!!. Then walked around Boston. And didn't even see a single limousine (SWEET!!!). Talked to Janine (yay!) for a while. I pray that she's feeling better.
Funniest shirt (ever)...written in really tiny tiny TINY print is: "Nosey little fucker, aren't you?". Though the Bomb Squad "If you see us running, try and keep up." is still classic.
Mountain Dew Livewire is great! MUST...DRINK...MORE!!!
I'm in a crazy mood...but don't know what crazy thing I should do. I'll go figure that out now. Though my body still is sore and aches, so I don't know how crazy it'll get. No jumping out the window, at least.
Au revoir.
Tuesday, May 18, 2004
No whitewater update right now--too distracted with other stuff.
So, yesterday. Interview + lunch at Gillette went well (I thought), and I should be hearing from Human Resources within a week or two. I ended up going to good old Wolly schoolyard and played lots and lots of basketball. I never knew Bill could make Chuck sing soprano.
Afterwards, called up Haviland, and went for ice cream, then back to his house to watch Jackass. Didn't pay too much attention to it and just shot the breeze about life, and everything on in it. I'm glad it's his girlfriend, and not mine, that owns a shotgun. I'd be wicked screwed if it were the other way around. Anyways, then we watched the outtakes and the original ending, along with "Jackass 2063", which was wicked funny.
On the way home, called Janine up, said hello, and talked to her for a while. I am sorry that I haven't been good company lately. The closer Saturday gets, the slower time goes. I hate relativity. I'm looking forward to talking to (and seeing) her soon.
Woke up this morning completely exhausted, and managed to drag myself down to the food pantry and helped out there. Was attacked by bigass bees on the way home. I kicked their asses and messed 'em up. In the words of Nick: "HUMANITY TRIUMPHS AGAIN!". Ok, fine, so I just swatted at them and then crossed Furnace Brook, and both sides lived to see another day.
So I'll be heading to QTC tonight, then going out for a walk. Good stuff.
Need food now. Au revoir.
So, yesterday. Interview + lunch at Gillette went well (I thought), and I should be hearing from Human Resources within a week or two. I ended up going to good old Wolly schoolyard and played lots and lots of basketball. I never knew Bill could make Chuck sing soprano.
Afterwards, called up Haviland, and went for ice cream, then back to his house to watch Jackass. Didn't pay too much attention to it and just shot the breeze about life, and everything on in it. I'm glad it's his girlfriend, and not mine, that owns a shotgun. I'd be wicked screwed if it were the other way around. Anyways, then we watched the outtakes and the original ending, along with "Jackass 2063", which was wicked funny.
On the way home, called Janine up, said hello, and talked to her for a while. I am sorry that I haven't been good company lately. The closer Saturday gets, the slower time goes. I hate relativity. I'm looking forward to talking to (and seeing) her soon.
Woke up this morning completely exhausted, and managed to drag myself down to the food pantry and helped out there. Was attacked by bigass bees on the way home. I kicked their asses and messed 'em up. In the words of Nick: "HUMANITY TRIUMPHS AGAIN!". Ok, fine, so I just swatted at them and then crossed Furnace Brook, and both sides lived to see another day.
So I'll be heading to QTC tonight, then going out for a walk. Good stuff.
Need food now. Au revoir.
Sunday, May 16, 2004
Back from the whitewater adventure! I'll post a little now, along with this afternoon's/evening's events, then write stuff about the weekend tomorrow (too tired to write out everything now).
So. Left Friday. Got swarmed by black flies. Whitewatered Saturday. Suffered from heat exhaustion. Came back Sunday, felt extremely sick once I got home. Did I mention collecting and chopping lots of wood for a massive fire? Or was that already expected? My body also feels battered and broken. I've been having these monstrous stomach cramps from Hell for the past few hours.
Right. Today. Got home, and felt extremely sick. Finally was hungry and ate some supper and ice cream. Then played Scrabble with my mother. I've been irritable as all hell, and I'm not sure why.
Tried to get in touch with Seth. Called Janine. Was promptly kidnapped, and later released, unharmed (by Geno, Mark, Nicole, and Gin). Would have stayed longer, but thought I had to be up earlier than I actually do.
Then I walked around and called Janine back up, and proceeded to make an asshole out of myself. Ugh.
Ok. One more thing. My new t-shirt. FRONT: "There will always be a prayer in our raft." BACK: "Holy Shit." <--- Shirt kicks ass.
So. Left Friday. Got swarmed by black flies. Whitewatered Saturday. Suffered from heat exhaustion. Came back Sunday, felt extremely sick once I got home. Did I mention collecting and chopping lots of wood for a massive fire? Or was that already expected? My body also feels battered and broken. I've been having these monstrous stomach cramps from Hell for the past few hours.
Right. Today. Got home, and felt extremely sick. Finally was hungry and ate some supper and ice cream. Then played Scrabble with my mother. I've been irritable as all hell, and I'm not sure why.
Tried to get in touch with Seth. Called Janine. Was promptly kidnapped, and later released, unharmed (by Geno, Mark, Nicole, and Gin). Would have stayed longer, but thought I had to be up earlier than I actually do.
Then I walked around and called Janine back up, and proceeded to make an asshole out of myself. Ugh.
Ok. One more thing. My new t-shirt. FRONT: "There will always be a prayer in our raft." BACK: "Holy Shit." <--- Shirt kicks ass.
Friday, May 14, 2004
Ok, this has to be a quick update, so it's going to be unordered and full of nonsense.
Need to get rid of some gear REAL fast, because my bag's a little too bulky. Everything else is all set. Getting picked up here, kudos to Mr. J. Today we face a 5 hour drive to get up there, then we need to collect lots and lots and lots of wood. Tomorrow, we go rafting, and hopefully no one will fall out this time (or get their face smashed in). Sunday, we trek back home. This weekend will be a weekend for testing the bounds of my strength, relaxing, and forgetting all my troubles.
The closer I am to next weekend, the slower time seems to go.
Quick outline of next week. Monday: I need to be heads up and on the bounce because I'm going to Gillette in the morning, and I MIGHT be hitching a ride to WPI to hang out with a few friends out there in the afternoon. Tuesday will be volunteering at the pantry (as will Thursday), and both Tuesday and Wednesday nights I'll be working at Quincy Track Club. Friday, probably go into Boston. Saturday, wake up and go to Beantown Blitz at NU. I have a very special person to meet there, and I've got a couple suprises in store for her (MUAHAHAHAHA! :-P). Sunday I'll just hang around, and hopefully will go down to Wolly and play basketball. Though Sunday is the beginning of the week after next week, so I shouldn't be talking about it here.
Alright, time to get stuff finalized and ready to go. I hope that I'll talk to everyone later on today or tomorrow. Damn! That reminds me, I have to charge my cell phone before I leave!
Au revoir, et sante!
Need to get rid of some gear REAL fast, because my bag's a little too bulky. Everything else is all set. Getting picked up here, kudos to Mr. J. Today we face a 5 hour drive to get up there, then we need to collect lots and lots and lots of wood. Tomorrow, we go rafting, and hopefully no one will fall out this time (or get their face smashed in). Sunday, we trek back home. This weekend will be a weekend for testing the bounds of my strength, relaxing, and forgetting all my troubles.
The closer I am to next weekend, the slower time seems to go.
Quick outline of next week. Monday: I need to be heads up and on the bounce because I'm going to Gillette in the morning, and I MIGHT be hitching a ride to WPI to hang out with a few friends out there in the afternoon. Tuesday will be volunteering at the pantry (as will Thursday), and both Tuesday and Wednesday nights I'll be working at Quincy Track Club. Friday, probably go into Boston. Saturday, wake up and go to Beantown Blitz at NU. I have a very special person to meet there, and I've got a couple suprises in store for her (MUAHAHAHAHA! :-P). Sunday I'll just hang around, and hopefully will go down to Wolly and play basketball. Though Sunday is the beginning of the week after next week, so I shouldn't be talking about it here.
Alright, time to get stuff finalized and ready to go. I hope that I'll talk to everyone later on today or tomorrow. Damn! That reminds me, I have to charge my cell phone before I leave!
Au revoir, et sante!
Thursday, May 13, 2004
Ok. A few things. First up, a warning: I am weird.
1. A representative from the Gillette Company called again yesterday, and invited me to the company on Monday for lunch. Good news.
2. Geoff needs new medical equipment for track club. There's rust shit all over most everything. Soon I'll be giving kids tetanis with every bandage.
Went to QTC, did nothing, and hitched a ride back at about 8. I had to air out my sleeping bag and ground pad, along with getting gear ready to go.
Finally was able to go outside and check to see who called. It was Janine! I called her back and talked to her for a bit. :-)
Came back, had a quick bite to eat, then went straight to bed.
Tonight, I have a quick meeting to go to that will detail the plan for tomorrow (rides and such). It's going to be a long, long drive...not cool. And I need to get rid of this Johnnie Damon look...
But for right now, it's DVDs until the oilmen leave. And reading. Finished Ender's Game a few days ago, along with On the Beach, Starship Troopers, and 1984. Up next is The DaVinci Code.
Almost forgot...you can post comments in my Blog now! It's complicated, but it can be done! Here's how: click on the "Posted XX:XX" (to the left of "by Tycho" at the beginning of a post. Then scroll down and click "Post a Comment". Go to the same place to read comments. Why can't my Blog account make it easy? I should just create another LiveJournal account.
1. A representative from the Gillette Company called again yesterday, and invited me to the company on Monday for lunch. Good news.
2. Geoff needs new medical equipment for track club. There's rust shit all over most everything. Soon I'll be giving kids tetanis with every bandage.
Went to QTC, did nothing, and hitched a ride back at about 8. I had to air out my sleeping bag and ground pad, along with getting gear ready to go.
Finally was able to go outside and check to see who called. It was Janine! I called her back and talked to her for a bit. :-)
Came back, had a quick bite to eat, then went straight to bed.
Tonight, I have a quick meeting to go to that will detail the plan for tomorrow (rides and such). It's going to be a long, long drive...not cool. And I need to get rid of this Johnnie Damon look...
But for right now, it's DVDs until the oilmen leave. And reading. Finished Ender's Game a few days ago, along with On the Beach, Starship Troopers, and 1984. Up next is The DaVinci Code.
Almost forgot...you can post comments in my Blog now! It's complicated, but it can be done! Here's how: click on the "Posted XX:XX" (to the left of "by Tycho" at the beginning of a post. Then scroll down and click "Post a Comment". Go to the same place to read comments. Why can't my Blog account make it easy? I should just create another LiveJournal account.
Wednesday, May 12, 2004
Cead mile failte!
I was extremely rudely awoken this morning by the guys who were taking our furnace out. Didn't go for a run, because I had errands to do, followed by showering and getting a haircut. Of course, the barbershop is closed on Wednesdays, so I walked back.
Yesterday was weird. I wasn't in a good mood. So I called people up at about 4ish to see if they wanted to go out to eat at the 99 after I got out of Track Club.
So, I headed off to work at Quincy Track Club, and was reassigned to office duties. I miss working out on the field with the kids, but the pay is SO much better working in the "office".
Afterwards, I meet up with Bill and Haviland (CJ wasn't able to go...that bastard!), and we ate at the 99, followed by frappes/ice cream at Brighams. Got some advice from Haviland at the 99. After Brighams, we just shot the shit while walking around Quincy. I thought about Janine, and so gave her a call to say hello.
After both of them left, I start walking home.
Talked to Janine until about 12:30 or so. Good to hear her again. I missed her.
So yeah, you heard about this morning. This afternoon, just packing stuff for whitewater rafting, and I'll be heading off to QTC at about 5:45. I don't do much there, and it can be sort of boring.
I'll get out of QTC at about 8, and then I have no clue what I'll be up to...probably nothing.
Now I'm off to eat stuff (NOT ROADKILL!), then do some more work around here.
Au revoir, et sante.
I was extremely rudely awoken this morning by the guys who were taking our furnace out. Didn't go for a run, because I had errands to do, followed by showering and getting a haircut. Of course, the barbershop is closed on Wednesdays, so I walked back.
Yesterday was weird. I wasn't in a good mood. So I called people up at about 4ish to see if they wanted to go out to eat at the 99 after I got out of Track Club.
So, I headed off to work at Quincy Track Club, and was reassigned to office duties. I miss working out on the field with the kids, but the pay is SO much better working in the "office".
Afterwards, I meet up with Bill and Haviland (CJ wasn't able to go...that bastard!), and we ate at the 99, followed by frappes/ice cream at Brighams. Got some advice from Haviland at the 99. After Brighams, we just shot the shit while walking around Quincy. I thought about Janine, and so gave her a call to say hello.
After both of them left, I start walking home.
Talked to Janine until about 12:30 or so. Good to hear her again. I missed her.
So yeah, you heard about this morning. This afternoon, just packing stuff for whitewater rafting, and I'll be heading off to QTC at about 5:45. I don't do much there, and it can be sort of boring.
I'll get out of QTC at about 8, and then I have no clue what I'll be up to...probably nothing.
Now I'm off to eat stuff (NOT ROADKILL!), then do some more work around here.
Au revoir, et sante.
Tuesday, May 11, 2004
Past couple days have been sort of rough for me, mentally...well, actually...week. Wait, I'll get back to that in a minute. First, today. Woke up too late to volunteer at the food pantry...damnit...not really hungry (weird)...and woke up too late to go for a run until evening. *Sigh*
Ok, back to the past couple of days (well, week, to be honest).
First, I've been feeling pretty rundown because I'm out of school. As stressful as it is, it's fun, and keeps me busy. No one is around because they aren't out of classes yet, and so I'm alone all day. I hate it. It's affected me, too...my thoughts...my actions...my outlook.
I also worry a bit about what is going on with Janine. I don't want to get my hopes up just to have them crushed, and I fear that is what is going to end up happening.
I am really looking forward to seeing her on the 22nd...I miss her alot.
All right. I'll take my worrying and general bad mood elsewhere. I've got things to do: eat, exercise, hair cut, get stuff ready for the weekend. Also want to see if I can get some friends together and go out tonight, see if that perks me up a bit.
Au revoir, mes amis, et sante.
Ok, back to the past couple of days (well, week, to be honest).
First, I've been feeling pretty rundown because I'm out of school. As stressful as it is, it's fun, and keeps me busy. No one is around because they aren't out of classes yet, and so I'm alone all day. I hate it. It's affected me, too...my thoughts...my actions...my outlook.
I also worry a bit about what is going on with Janine. I don't want to get my hopes up just to have them crushed, and I fear that is what is going to end up happening.
I am really looking forward to seeing her on the 22nd...I miss her alot.
All right. I'll take my worrying and general bad mood elsewhere. I've got things to do: eat, exercise, hair cut, get stuff ready for the weekend. Also want to see if I can get some friends together and go out tonight, see if that perks me up a bit.
Au revoir, mes amis, et sante.
Monday, May 10, 2004
Alright. Friday, I went to Chuck's talent show thing at UMB. I think you all know how I feel about that.
Saturday...ripped out fencing. Each post had about 800 pounds of concrete holding it in. I guess they didn't want those posts to move. Dad ran my foot over with a two-wheeler. Ouch. Saturday night I struggled to breathe. Probably because of all the dust I inhaled earlier from cleaning the basement. Took some ventolin and that helped. My breathing is pretty much back to normal now, so that's good.
Sunday wasn't bad--got my mother a blender (for smoothies) for Mother's Day. Grandma came over. Mom wouldn't let me cook or anything--she insisted on doing everything herself. Weird. Grandma left early (~8ish). Had to clear some stuff up. I ate so much that I thought I was going to burst. And then found out I still had room for more.
Then I went outside and called Janine. Missed talking to her. I found out that she'll be going to Beantown Blitz, and I can't wait to see her again! I'd like to bring her out to lunch in the area. She didn't sound happy with me at the end of the call, that's not cool. Either way, it was good to talk to her again, and hopefully I'll talk to her soon.
This morning, I woke up early (8:30ish), and walked down to the barber shop, but Louie wasn't there, so I decided to wait a couple of days. On the way back, I stopped in at church (well...outside, because there was a senior citizen mass or something going on), and talked to God for a bit. Got home, and just wasted time. Currently, I'm watching "We Were Soldiers".
Red Sox game later! Gate C, Section 37, Seats 21 and 22! Indians are going down! YANKEES SUCK!!!
Sorry about this post--my sugar and caffeine levels are absolutely off the charts now. ARRRR ME MATEY'S, THAR BE SUGAR AHEAD!!! I'll leave before you think I'm weird.
Au revoir, mes amis, et sante.
Saturday...ripped out fencing. Each post had about 800 pounds of concrete holding it in. I guess they didn't want those posts to move. Dad ran my foot over with a two-wheeler. Ouch. Saturday night I struggled to breathe. Probably because of all the dust I inhaled earlier from cleaning the basement. Took some ventolin and that helped. My breathing is pretty much back to normal now, so that's good.
Sunday wasn't bad--got my mother a blender (for smoothies) for Mother's Day. Grandma came over. Mom wouldn't let me cook or anything--she insisted on doing everything herself. Weird. Grandma left early (~8ish). Had to clear some stuff up. I ate so much that I thought I was going to burst. And then found out I still had room for more.
Then I went outside and called Janine. Missed talking to her. I found out that she'll be going to Beantown Blitz, and I can't wait to see her again! I'd like to bring her out to lunch in the area. She didn't sound happy with me at the end of the call, that's not cool. Either way, it was good to talk to her again, and hopefully I'll talk to her soon.
This morning, I woke up early (8:30ish), and walked down to the barber shop, but Louie wasn't there, so I decided to wait a couple of days. On the way back, I stopped in at church (well...outside, because there was a senior citizen mass or something going on), and talked to God for a bit. Got home, and just wasted time. Currently, I'm watching "We Were Soldiers".
Red Sox game later! Gate C, Section 37, Seats 21 and 22! Indians are going down! YANKEES SUCK!!!
Sorry about this post--my sugar and caffeine levels are absolutely off the charts now. ARRRR ME MATEY'S, THAR BE SUGAR AHEAD!!! I'll leave before you think I'm weird.
Au revoir, mes amis, et sante.
Tuesday, May 04, 2004
SCHOOL IS OUT FOR THE SUMMER. KICKASS.
Quick recap: A-Term was tough, but I survived Tricky Lui. B-Term had me throwing fits and put me through a couple of complete nervous breakdowns. Yes, I had the fuck beaten out of me. Did well C-Term and recovered, and did pretty well D-Term.
Sucked at Cross Country, as usual, and screwed up my hip and ankle. Way to go!
Robotics was great this year. Won 2 regionals. Got to catch up with a friend of mine I hadn't seen in ages.
Summer is now here.
And to cap it all off, I have a very beautiful and talented girlfriend! She never ceases to amaze me. Who is this mystery woman? It's Janine!
Time to go clean and play poker. See you all soon.
Quick recap: A-Term was tough, but I survived Tricky Lui. B-Term had me throwing fits and put me through a couple of complete nervous breakdowns. Yes, I had the fuck beaten out of me. Did well C-Term and recovered, and did pretty well D-Term.
Sucked at Cross Country, as usual, and screwed up my hip and ankle. Way to go!
Robotics was great this year. Won 2 regionals. Got to catch up with a friend of mine I hadn't seen in ages.
Summer is now here.
And to cap it all off, I have a very beautiful and talented girlfriend! She never ceases to amaze me. Who is this mystery woman? It's Janine!
Time to go clean and play poker. See you all soon.
Sunday, May 02, 2004
Spent Saturday helping Nick with his Eagle project. Nick: I am very impressed--you conducted your duties with energy and vigor despite being up for over 33 hours! GET SLEEP!
And you know how Chris is "THE MAN"? Well, now it's: "Chris and his father are THE MEN."
Later, I went out with Chris and Mike to Bad Abbott's--an Irish Pub (after I was awarded my prize for winning the Pants Party Challenge--a wicked kickass shotglass that should see lots of use! :-P). That waitress wouldn't have carded me...damnit...why did I let my conscience get in the way? :-P After that, we went back to Chris's house and watched Batman (directed by Tim Burton). I don't see what it is with Burton and people falling from large heights. Good movie, though. Too tired to properly enjoy the company, and sometimes my mind wandered. I think I have a crick in my neck.
Today we left home, ate at Picadilly Pub, moved more stuff out (like the TV and TV stand, my suit and formal clothes, etc.). Then I read "Ender's Game" for about two hours. Great book--thanks for lending it to me, Chris!
Checked up on BattleCry's website--HYPER WILL BE GOING!!! Sweet!!! I can't wait to see Jaenen again--I miss her alot. Though she's going to have to put up with a WHOLE DAY of me. That's like, really tough--imagine the torture I go through every day! Still, I really would like to see her.
Unfortunately, it is finals week, so I must be off and study more. Good night.
And you know how Chris is "THE MAN"? Well, now it's: "Chris and his father are THE MEN."
Later, I went out with Chris and Mike to Bad Abbott's--an Irish Pub (after I was awarded my prize for winning the Pants Party Challenge--a wicked kickass shotglass that should see lots of use! :-P). That waitress wouldn't have carded me...damnit...why did I let my conscience get in the way? :-P After that, we went back to Chris's house and watched Batman (directed by Tim Burton). I don't see what it is with Burton and people falling from large heights. Good movie, though. Too tired to properly enjoy the company, and sometimes my mind wandered. I think I have a crick in my neck.
Today we left home, ate at Picadilly Pub, moved more stuff out (like the TV and TV stand, my suit and formal clothes, etc.). Then I read "Ender's Game" for about two hours. Great book--thanks for lending it to me, Chris!
Checked up on BattleCry's website--HYPER WILL BE GOING!!! Sweet!!! I can't wait to see Jaenen again--I miss her alot. Though she's going to have to put up with a WHOLE DAY of me. That's like, really tough--imagine the torture I go through every day! Still, I really would like to see her.
Unfortunately, it is finals week, so I must be off and study more. Good night.