Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves. Let each of you look not only to his own interests, but also to the interests of others. Philippians 2:3-4 (ESV)
Saturday, September 13, 2008
Dispirited region...
Friday, September 12, 2008
Disconcerting conversations and actions...
Let me start with the subject line of a spam message I saw in my spam box before deleting them all. It read "Ola? My tits wait you here" Seriously? WTF does that mean?
...moving on...
Next is a conversation I overheard that I truly wish I had not. While I was awaiting a microwavable delight for munch yesterday I heard some employees within my company talking. The part of that conversation that I found so disturbing was this:
Female: "Yes, I am trying to lose weight in a serious way."
Male: "Oh yeah Halloween is coming."
Female: "Exactly, I have to lose 12 pounds before then!"
Again...WTF? I mean I personally (as a male) love any holiday where women like to dress in a provocative manner. But seriously? A diet program just for a slutty Halloween costume? I think I have heard it all now.
...moving on...
Now onto what I find the most difficult to comprehend. When the government and news channels repeatedly relay messages of moribund in relation to landfall of hurricane Ike...why are so many people not adhering to the mandatory evacuation? I realize that evacuating is expensive, a pain in the ass, and an overall nuisance. However, a home can be rebuilt...your life can not. Death is the end of it all. I know that oftentimes throughout history there are evacuations called for and then minimal damage. But have they not seen the radar and satellite images of Ike? These "brave" citizens are just loony in my book. Let me clarify, I know military, police, weather men & women have a job to do but regular citizens need to get the hell out of there. when phrases are used such as "leave or die" and "certain death" among others are used it is time to leave people. The sea wall that is in the Galveston area was built prior to 1904 after 6,000 - 8,000 were killed.
I suppose at this point all we can do is pray for those still in the area.
Thanks for reading just had to get that off my chest. Enjoy your weekend.
Thursday, September 4, 2008
Entreaty...
Below is a poem I wrote a couple of years ago. I just ran across it and thought I would share.
Life is like a roller coaster,
moving up and down.
One year you may have it all,
the next you almost drown.
Will it be good or bad times,
you just can't tell.
Sometimes you will succeed,
and other times you'll fail.
Do your surroundings make you happy,
or do they make you sad?
Can things get going good,
or will they continue to be bad?
Just what the future holds,
you will never know.
Just remember this one thing...
What you reap is what you sow.
Wednesday, September 3, 2008
Mental strangulation....
Well, it certainly does not turn me on but I can think of worse habits to have.
Would you ever consider having an online relationship?
No I like the real world!
Do you like the song 'I Kissed A Girl' by Katy Perry?
Never heard it until last week...I would not purchase for my iPod but it is OK I suppose.
Do you listen to your friend's advice when they give it to you?
I always listen, whether or not I follow it is another story. LOL
What's the last kind of soup you ate?
Broccoli and Cheese...mmmm
Does it gross you out when girls don't shave their legs/armpits?
Depends on the situation...have they missed a few days or do they resemble primates?
What's so great about the Jonas Brothers?
Nothing...they are people jst like you and I.
Do you currently have a sunburn?
I thought that required being in the sun...no one I know with a pool invites me over!
Could you eat nothing but grilled cheese for a week straight?
I would prefer not to but of course I could. In fact I love grilled cheese but a full week?
Who's your favorite country singer?
Johnny Cash or The Eagles
What color was the last drink you consumed?
Clear (or colorless)
Have your parents ever told you that you couldn't hang out with a certain person?
I was going to reply with who's parents have not said this but...look at our world now I am sure it happens more than I would like to think.
Could you last an hour without talking?
Alone? Yes...lol
Whats the longest you've been hospitalized?
I believe when I got tubes in my ears when I was a wee little lad.
Were you happy when you woke up today
I am happy when I wake up every day.
What are you listening to right now?
It sounds like Rudi Giuliani...TV is in the other room.
Do you like anyone right now?
If I did not like anyone right now I would not be very happy when I woke up in the morning now would I?
Who was the last person called you?
Due to terrible grammar here I will assume they meant called me on my phone...that would be my baby's momma!
Has anyone told you they missed you lately?
I have been told I was "missed" but I am not sure anyone has ever told me they "missed me lately" LOL
Are you a Hollister/Abercrombie kind of person?
Although I have never owned or even worn it I would still say yes. One day I may own some...especially if I find it at Ross or Goodwill.
Have you ever liked someone who all your friends hated?
ALL my friends? Umm if I liked that person would they not be my friend? If they hate themselves then I need new friends.
Have any interesting conversations lately?
But of course...care to hear them? I did not think so.
What always makes you feel better when you’re upset?
Slowing down to truly count my blessings.
What do you wake up to everyday?
It varies...
Who was the last person to leave you a voicemail?
Martha Strain calling about the upcoming Mega Reunion at my high school.
How do you feel right now?
Getting very sleepy
Do you find it in your heart to forgive?
With God's strength I do!
Anything you're looking forward to?
An upcoming trip to spend time with my son and his mother, beginning my new position, going to the gym, God and Coffee in the morning, the list could go on and on...I can not even count all of my blessings...the number is far too grreat!
Do you think you will be in a relationship three months from now?
I do...
Are you currently wanting any piercings or tattoos?
Not at this exact moment no...technically that is what currently means.
Do you have trust issues?
Yes...I am far too trustworthy.
Are you open with your feelings to people?
To a fault.
What is your current annoyance?
An itch on my back I can not reach...
Do you put ketchup on top of your french fries or on the side?
I do not use that vile substance on anything.
Who are you currently talking to?
Myself...
Do you want to get married?
I do...
Last person you blocked on MySpace?
I never have blocked anyone...unless you count anyone not on my friends list.
Do you believe in true love?
As opposed to false love? I do...
When was the last time you were disappointed?
Not sure...probably earlier today...lol (I am very hard on myself)
Is anything happening tomorrow?
Life...what else do you need?
How are you feeling lately?
Healthy and alive! Oh and GRATEFUL!
Have you ever punched someone in the face?
Yes.....hey he was physically abusing his woman...what would you ahve done?
Last four texts in your phone are from:
My bank, and three from Twitter.
What does the last text message you got say?
--A user has logged into your account.
Tuesday, September 2, 2008
The anthropomorphic browser...
P.S. -
Below is a video with the engineers at Google explaining more about the new browser.
Despondent residents...
With that being said I am personally looking forward to the possibility of some storms here that will bring us more rain (and hopefully cool us back off after we have been creeping back into the high 90's and close to triple digits again).
As you can see here it should not be long before we get some wind/rain from this Gustav fellow! I am hoping by lunch time I am watching the rain come down from my desk.

P.S.- You can see Gustav is quickly moving further inland...this satellite image is only two hours beyond the previous one.

P.P.S. - Let us pray that Hanna, Ike, and the potential for (Josephine) find other paths to take to avoid the damage seen in the Caribbeans and our Gulf Coast!
P.P.P.S. - Twelve hours later..all I can say is Gustav is a tease!
