One More Echo in the Eternal Song

Thu, 18 Jan 2007 19:10:50 GMT

So I havn't updated in a couple of months, and I figure it's time. Sorry for not doing much formatting with it, but as most of you know, I'm not very coherant anyway.

First off, the big one. I moved into an apartment in Rosevelt Park and am now rooming with Jaison. We've got the place pretty much set up, although we still have a serious lack of furnature. So far it's going well. My family has been really helpfull about getting us stuff, especially dishes.

Puppy is really mad at me for moving out, and every time I visit back home he guilt trips me.

I've gotten a lot more hours at work and am now teaching a couple of classes of swim lessons. Who would of thought I'd be working with 3-5 year olds. Eeeewwwww, responsibility...

I tanked most of my classes last semester, but it looks like I'm going to do well this time around.

My precious iPod died and I don't know if I'm gonna have the cash to replace it, but god dammit I'm gonna try.

Have you ever noticed that the maniquins in the mall never have more than a b-cup?

That's all I can think of for now.

Sun, 24 Dec 2006 17:55:55 GMT

OPERATION ORDER 12-06 FOR: OFFICIAL VISIT OF LIEUTENANT GENERAL CLAUS

1. An official staff visit by Lt. Gen. Claus is expected at this
post on 25 Dec. The following directives govern activities of all
personnel during the visit:

a. Not a creature will stir without permission. This includes
warrant officers and mice. Soldiers may obtain special stirring permits
for necessary administrative action through the Administration Officer.
Stirring permits must be obtained through the Deputy, Post Plans and
Policy Office (See Brigade Admin Officer).

b. All personnel will settle their brains for a long winter nap no
later than (NLT) 2200 hours, 24 Dec. Uniform for the nap will be:
pajamas -- cotton, light-weight, general purpose, olive-green; and cap
-- battle-dress, utilities, Woodland pattern, with ear flaps in the
extended position. Equipment will be drawn from the headquarters
detachment supply room prior to 1900 hours. While at supply, all
personnel will review their personal hand receipts and sign a Cash
Collection Voucher, DD Form 1131, for all missing items. Remember, this
is the "season of giving."

c. Personnel will utilize standard "T"-ration sugar plums for
visions to dance in their heads. Sugar plums are available in "T"-ration
sundry packs and should be eaten with egg loaf, chopped ham, and spice
cake to ensure maximum visions are experienced. "T"-ration sundry packs
can be picked up at the Dining Facility (DFAC) from 0800-1800 24 Dec 06.

d. Stockings -- wool, cushion sole, olive-green -- will be hung by
the chimneys with care. Necessary safety precautions will be taken to
avoid fires caused by carelessly hung stockings. First sergeants will
submit stocking handling plans to the S-3, Operations Officer, Training,
prior to 0800 hours, 24 Dec. All Commanders will ensure their
subordinate personnel attending mandatory stocking-hanging safety
classes are briefed on the safety aspects of stocking-hanging by the
Safety Officer (Chief Warrant Officer-5 Dishtowel). Stocking Safety will
be taught 15 Dec 06 at 1900 in the Fest Tent. Stocking Licenses will be
issued at that time. Stockings will be issued out of the Brown & Root
laundry.

e. At first sound of clatter, all personnel will spring from their
racks to investigate and evaluate the cause. Immediate action will be
taken to tear open the shutters and throw up the window sashes. On
order, Operations Plan (OPLAN)7-97 (North Pole Contingency), para
6-8-A9(3), dated 4 MAR, this office, takes effect to facilitate
shutter-tearing and sash-throwing. Brigade Battle Captain, BDOC
Commander (NOT to be from Judge Advocate General per Army Regulation
27-1) and all Guards will be familiar with procedures and are
responsible for seeing that no shutters are torn or sashes thrown in the
Field Officer's Quarters (Bldg 9828) prior to the start of official
clatter.

f. Prior to 0001 hours, date of visit, all personnel possessing
Standard Target Acquisition and Night Observation (STANO) equipment will
be assigned "wondering eyeball" stations. The Sergeant of the Guard will
ensure that these stations are adequately manned even after shutters are
torn and sashes are thrown.

g. The Brigade Logistics Officer, in coordination with the U.S.
Transportation Command (Cin-CTrans) and the Motor Pool, will assign one
each Sleigh, Miniature, M-24A3 and eight (8) reindeer, tiny, for use by
LTG Claus. The assigned driver must have a current sleigh operator's
license with rooftop permit and evidence of attendance at the winter
driving class stamped on his Department of Army Form 348. Driver must
also be able to clearly shout "On, Dancer! On, Prancer!" etc.

2. LTG Claus will initially enter Bldg 9828 through the day room.
All buildings without chimneys will requisition Chimney Simulator, M6A2,
for use during the visit. Request chimney simulator on Department of
Army Form 2765-1, which will be submitted in four copies to the
Logistics Officers prior to 23 DEC. Personnel will ensure that chimneys
are properly cleaned before turn-in at the conclusion of visit.

3. Personnel will be rehearsed in the shouting of "Merry Christmas
and Happy New Year!" or "Merry Christmas To All, and To All a Good
Night!" This shout will be given upon termination of the visit.
Uniformity of shouting is the responsibility of the Brigade Sergeant
Major.

FOR THE COMMANDER!!

Mon, 11 Dec 2006 03:49:53 GMT

"I would like to hereby announce my candidacy for God-Emperor of Mankind. I vow to NOT have an inaugural ball and will, instead, wait until assuming office to start the real party.

You're all invited. Except you. Yeah, you."

Fri, 08 Dec 2006 23:33:07 GMT

I cannot begin to express how cold it is down by the lake right now.

Thu, 07 Dec 2006 17:53:48 GMT

I *hate* front wheel drive vehicles.

Wed, 22 Nov 2006 04:32:38 GMT

There are some things that kind of restore you faith in humanity.
Then there are things that make you really pissed off.

Tue, 14 Nov 2006 14:35:50 GMT

Just watch the video: Link

Tue, 14 Nov 2006 02:15:22 GMT

Yay me!

Thu, 02 Nov 2006 15:07:02 GMT

Haikus are real gay
'cause they put limitations
on syllables used

Tue, 31 Oct 2006 16:05:27 GMT

I think I'm gonna dye my hair red again. Bright red. But this time I'm not gonna bleach my hair first. I've heard some people say that it can work, so figure it's worth a shot. The only thing I have to do first is see if it'll fly at my new job or it's a no go.

I miss my red hair.

Fri, 27 Oct 2006 01:08:37 GMT

Tue, 24 Oct 2006 15:01:30 GMT

This just begged to be shared.

I also think that the picture next to the article is funnier that the actual article.

This seems to describe my day better than a thousand words ever could.

Wed, 27 Sep 2006 04:31:38 GMT

Tue, 19 Sep 2006 01:34:49 GMT

My Personality


Neuroticism	8
Extraversion	79
Openness To Experience	67
Agreeableness	26
Conscientiousness	50

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Mon, 18 Sep 2006 19:42:05 GMT

Holy shit, tomorrow is talk like a pirate day. It really snuck up on me.

Also, much thanks to everyone who responded to my last post.

Tue, 12 Sep 2006 18:16:12 GMT

We had Kiesa put down today.
Her bed is still at the foot of mine.
I don't know if I can move it.

Tue, 29 Aug 2006 01:23:28 GMT

Either my cell phone or my laptop is making random dinging noises and I don't know which one it is and if it doesn't stop I'm going to go friggin crazy and run screaming into the streets.

Edit: HA! It was the computer. Now it's plague of annoyance shall end.

Sat, 26 Aug 2006 12:59:18 GMT

I don't want to leave the house again today. It's 9:00 and the world has already kicked my ass twice. It really doesn't seem fair.

Tue, 15 Aug 2006 15:57:43 GMT

You ever just lay back and watch the celing fan spin?

Mon, 14 Aug 2006 03:06:50 GMT

I'll admit it, I cry during sex.
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But then again, mace will do that to you.}

Fri, 11 Aug 2006 15:25:16 GMT

Real Men hem their own clothes.

Tue, 18 Jul 2006 03:36:00 GMT

That storm was pretty fucking epic. It's almost a shame that I didn't have anyone to share it with.

Sat, 15 Jul 2006 03:28:27 GMT

Tomorrow, downtown, car show. I'm gonna be there with the Jeep. Stop by and take a look.

Wed, 12 Jul 2006 15:39:54 GMT

If you walk for long enough eventually the clouds will submit to the sun and you will be there to see it.

Wed, 05 Jul 2006 21:07:38 GMT

Tonight I will wear my Utilikilt to the sugarland concert, just to see how many rednecks I can piss off. It should be good for some entertainment.