On two fronts I’m confronted with the option to save money and buy older technology. I’m one who will emphatically warn people against buying older technology and normally to consider doing so would be throwing away money…but I’m not so sure. The first instance is J is considering buying a 32in. flat screen for the bedroom (with an HD cable box and DVR).  The 720p TV is about $200.00 cheaper than the 1080p, which is about 1/3rd the price of the TV.  From a distance of 8ft away could I possibly tell the difference between 720p and 1080p?  Could I …

We had some several “Higher-ups” come into work today, supposedly to talk to us about the reorganization of our group within the structure of our parent company.  Everyone here was under the impression that these ‘higher-ups’ were going to speak to us and explain what the course of our company would be. I’ve got to tell you that I’m disappointed.  It’s as if information is being carefully disseminated and that doesn’t bode well if you’re not one receiving information.  It’s also disappointing to see no effort put into keeping us informed, and no strain to appease apprehension…which is clearly evident.  …

We’ve got people coming today who are going to determine our fate. Could this be the end? Could it be the beginning? Probably the former…but I best not assume I know what’s going to happen. Isn’t always the way that this kind of thing happens before Christmas? I’ll update as necessary. MiH Radiohead – True Love Waits Radiohead – Paranoid Android Alice in Chains – Don’t Follow Van Halen – Everybody wants some Bush – Bonedriven Billy Joel – Streetlife Serenader Pearl Jam – All Those Yesterdays

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There are many reasons I don’t like my ex…here are the Top 5. 5)  Regardless of the situation she feels it’s my job to drive…never hers. 4)  She constantly threatens to take me to court if I don’t do what she wants even though she knows it doesn’t phase me. 3)  She’s lives outside her means and tries to make me feel badly because she’s can’t pay her bills. 2)  She’s dramatic about everything she can be because she’s not happy unless she’s a “victim.” 1)  She still holds me responsible for her massive weight gain and inability to get …

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I’m actually NOT going down to Virginia. For so long I ignored the obvious even though it was happening to me.  There have so many times when I should have walked away but I rationalized things into “perspective.”  I’ve finally decided to no longer ignore the obvious and to call a spade a spade. I carried around this notion that I was just like my Dad for so long, like I was ‘broken’ in many of the same ways.  I wasted so much fucking time embracing that mentality because it made me feel better…it gave me a excuse for my …

My Father is moving down to a bottom floor apartment next week and he needs me to help him move.  The truth is, I really don’t want to go.  I’m just so sick of dealing with the associated crap that goes along with maintaining this relationship.  I suppose that going down there is the ‘right’ thing to do…but I’m almost to the point where the ‘right’ thing to do is to stay away.  I’ve dealt with the same BS for almost 40 years now and it simply doesn’t change.  It would be pointless to outline the aforementioned BS but it’s …

I’m now taking a drug named “Enbrel” for my Psoriasis. Initially I didn’t think I was experiencing side effects but I no longer think that’s the case.  Firstly, it’s lowering my immune system which I believe is wreaking havoc with my allergies.  I’ve never been this reactive to allergens that effected me before.  I’m also coming to the conclusion that it’s affecting me psychoactively…as I feel my mood and disposition have been affected.  I wish I could describe it in more detail but I’ve not been on the medication long enough to draw a firm conclusion yet. It’s been 1 …

I was talking to J the other day about shows I watched and loved as a child.  I’ve got a huge collection of science fiction movies, some pretty rare, but the SciFi TV shows that rounded out my exposure aren’t available on DVD…so thanks to YouTube here are a few of my favorites. Space Academy – This show was a Saturday morning staple for me. [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qnAaMH5SzMA] U.F.O – A British show that really drew me in.  The Aliens breathed in a blue liquid and freaked me out! [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rB1k02yh43A] This list wouldn’t be complete without Space 1999!!!! [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TqdMmH7UE_s] [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8WZW4groJro] and what …