It is a good thing that today is Friday. I say that, because as a rule, I don't bother posting on the weekends. That means I have the next couple days to maybe have something interesting happen, or come across something that I would be able to share come the start of next week. Otherwise, I really have nothing. Sort of like today.
I kept the three boys home today (rather than them going to the MIL's) just to try to get some stiff done, and spend time with them. Usually when the three of them are together, I have a long day that when the Wife comes home, I am just frustrated as can be. Going to try a few things differently today (letting them live longer) so see how it goes.
Yep. That's all I got.
PeacE
Friday, June 8
Thursday, June 7
How Good Is A Disclaimer
We've all seen disclaimers, whether we knew what they were at the time or not. Seems most times, it has been the small print at the bottom of the television screen, when that fast lawyer talk is going on. Hmph. Infomercials many of have seen - you know what I am talking about.
Whether Pro or Con, many of us have seen disclaimers. Personally, I remember more of the ones that were 'against' me more so than the ones in my favor. Think about it. Are you able to truly say you remember more happening in your life FOR YOU? I thought not. That was a 'given'. A deserved right. Just because it worked in "our" favor... we don't think about the other side.
My post isn't about the ones on the bad side of things... It's more about the disclaimers.
Recently, I came across a Facebook post that someone I had 'friended' put up. It looks totally legit, and it was at a time that the general Public (note the capital P) was hearing things (again) about issues going on about Facebook. For you that do not participate, you can Google the word Facebook, or ask friends, and make your own opinion. Either way, I copied, and pasted, this disclaimer that looked legit, sounded pretty good, but probably does not make one whit of difference. For reference, it follows:
Whether Pro or Con, many of us have seen disclaimers. Personally, I remember more of the ones that were 'against' me more so than the ones in my favor. Think about it. Are you able to truly say you remember more happening in your life FOR YOU? I thought not. That was a 'given'. A deserved right. Just because it worked in "our" favor... we don't think about the other side.
My post isn't about the ones on the bad side of things... It's more about the disclaimers.
Recently, I came across a Facebook post that someone I had 'friended' put up. It looks totally legit, and it was at a time that the general Public (note the capital P) was hearing things (again) about issues going on about Facebook. For you that do not participate, you can Google the word Facebook, or ask friends, and make your own opinion. Either way, I copied, and pasted, this disclaimer that looked legit, sounded pretty good, but probably does not make one whit of difference. For reference, it follows:
WARNING: Any person and/or institution and/or Agent and/or Agency of any governmental, public or private structure including but not limited to the United States Federal Government also using or monitoring/using this website or any of its associated websites, you do NOT have my permission to utilize any of my profile information or any of the content contained herein including, but not limited to ...my photos, and/or the comments made about my photos or any other "picture" art posted on my profile. You are hereby notified that you are strictly prohibited from disclosing, copying, distributing, disseminating, or taking any other action against me with regard to this profile and the contents herein. The foregoing prohibitions also apply to your employee(s), agent(s), student(s), or any personnel under your direction or control. The contents of this profile are private and legally privileged and confidential information, and the violation of my personal privacy is punishable by law.
UCC 1-103 1-308 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED WITHOUT PREJUDICE
It is recommended that other members post a similar notice to this or you may copy and paste this one. This is now a publicly traded site. Protect yourself.
Sounds pretty cool, huh? Many people I am 'linked' with on Facebook copied and posted it as well. Does it work, legally? I have no fricking clue. I am not a lawyer, and I sure am not hiring one to find out. Do I say things there (like here at time) that could inadvertently make someone do something that we all would regret later? Probably. So? The thought is "we are all adults.... deal with it". Right?
In recent months, I have come to realize, it is the simple solutions that work best. I am tired of the whole CYA game. Why should one have to play that, if they are providing good service (in whatever field)?
Regardless of what any one person/organization/affiliation thinks about our government, is this little blurp going to stop them from taking whatever they want, changing it to fit their needs at the time? No. Does that mean Gov't is wrong? Everything in power is corrupt?
I am not saying that. I have my opinions. Don't you? Isn't that what we're about?
So. Copy and paste that disclaimer wherever you want. I looked at it as 'it can't hurt, even if it don't help'. Right?
PeacE
Wednesday, June 6
*Yawn* Too Damn Early
It's another one of those mornings where I woke up just over an hour earlier than I needed to be awake. Don't get me wrong, I slept very well last night. Maybe that was why... the body just said it had enough rest and now it is time to get up and wear myself out again.
The son started band camp yesterday. The sessions are a couple hours shorter than originally scheduled, which means we have to readjust our schedules as well. Irritating when they pull stuff like that just days before, and we have to readjust our schedules to accomodate their changes. Either way, he seems to be enjoying it. He brought home the Bb horn he will be playing for marching band yesterday, too.
The Wife is on her last day off today. We have nothing planned.
I should start thinking of getting ready to drop the son off, and maybe head to the gym.... maybe.
PeacE
The son started band camp yesterday. The sessions are a couple hours shorter than originally scheduled, which means we have to readjust our schedules as well. Irritating when they pull stuff like that just days before, and we have to readjust our schedules to accomodate their changes. Either way, he seems to be enjoying it. He brought home the Bb horn he will be playing for marching band yesterday, too.
The Wife is on her last day off today. We have nothing planned.
I should start thinking of getting ready to drop the son off, and maybe head to the gym.... maybe.
PeacE
Tuesday, June 5
Oh My, Temper Temper
My family has always known about my quick escalation of temper. From happy go lucky to red-faced yelling anger can happen within a second. And it has happened twice today.
First was this morning when the Daughter called me. She had scheduled to bring her car into the dealer this morning to have the catalytic converter replaced (under warranty). When she had called a week ago to set this up, they had said that it would take the week to order and receive the part, thus, scheduled for today to bring the car in. Once there, they said they the part had not been ordered, and that they would not accept the diagnostic from another source saying the part was needing replacement, and would have to run their own. The big issue being they would do this diagnostic test 'when they found time in their work load'. Note: she had a scheduled appointment, why would they push this back? Oh, because we don't pay for it... Then, if they concurred, they would order the part (overnighted) and then do the work. From the way she relayed the information as she received it, this dealership was soon to get a visit from me. For their good fortune though, within a couple hours they had called her back, said they did the diagnostic, confirmed it needed to be done, ordered the part, and hoped to have it all completed by early afternoon tomorrow. Plus, there was a recall on some power train module, which they would do at the same time as well. Needless to say, I don't need to go to Tucson now to talk to someone to get the shit straightened out.
The Wife got me angry today, too. She had some paperwork that had to deal with life insurance coverage provided through her employer, and she was confused about some of the information. So without even letting me read the papers, she is telling me provide certain stuff, though she has no clue how to fill out whatever form. That started me, and then while I am trying to read the stuff to fill it out, and answering questions on the form, she is telling me that I was not being accurate and truthful, blah blah blah. Mainly, she was saying I have to tell them I have high blood pressure - which I don't. I have never been diagnosed with it, though I take a low dose medication to help control it, to prevent it becoming high. And I add, that it has been getting lower everytime I see the doc, since diet and exercise are contributing factors, and he is talking of removing the meds. Anyways, I finally blew up, and told her she doesn't know my health as well as I do, and to just fuck it, just white out my info as I didn't want the coverage if she was going to second-guess, and inaccurately, put my info there.
Sometimes, I wonder if it would be better on some days if I just didn't get out of bed.
PeacE
First was this morning when the Daughter called me. She had scheduled to bring her car into the dealer this morning to have the catalytic converter replaced (under warranty). When she had called a week ago to set this up, they had said that it would take the week to order and receive the part, thus, scheduled for today to bring the car in. Once there, they said they the part had not been ordered, and that they would not accept the diagnostic from another source saying the part was needing replacement, and would have to run their own. The big issue being they would do this diagnostic test 'when they found time in their work load'. Note: she had a scheduled appointment, why would they push this back? Oh, because we don't pay for it... Then, if they concurred, they would order the part (overnighted) and then do the work. From the way she relayed the information as she received it, this dealership was soon to get a visit from me. For their good fortune though, within a couple hours they had called her back, said they did the diagnostic, confirmed it needed to be done, ordered the part, and hoped to have it all completed by early afternoon tomorrow. Plus, there was a recall on some power train module, which they would do at the same time as well. Needless to say, I don't need to go to Tucson now to talk to someone to get the shit straightened out.
The Wife got me angry today, too. She had some paperwork that had to deal with life insurance coverage provided through her employer, and she was confused about some of the information. So without even letting me read the papers, she is telling me provide certain stuff, though she has no clue how to fill out whatever form. That started me, and then while I am trying to read the stuff to fill it out, and answering questions on the form, she is telling me that I was not being accurate and truthful, blah blah blah. Mainly, she was saying I have to tell them I have high blood pressure - which I don't. I have never been diagnosed with it, though I take a low dose medication to help control it, to prevent it becoming high. And I add, that it has been getting lower everytime I see the doc, since diet and exercise are contributing factors, and he is talking of removing the meds. Anyways, I finally blew up, and told her she doesn't know my health as well as I do, and to just fuck it, just white out my info as I didn't want the coverage if she was going to second-guess, and inaccurately, put my info there.
Sometimes, I wonder if it would be better on some days if I just didn't get out of bed.
PeacE
Monday, June 4
It's All About The (Camera) Angle
Many of you know that I have been trying to improve somewhat on my health. Over the past year and a half, I have lost around 40 pounds, and that being barely halfway to my ultimate goal. As those of us who do these sorts of things know, it isn't always easy making certain lifestyle changes that make the weight stay off, and not just fast-loss routine that gets discarded whenever we want. Admittedly, I am not losing as fast as I would like, but it is still an overall loss. There are other changes I could make to have things work better and faster, but that is a whole other topic. Today is about angle.
The first thing I think of when I hear angle, is a triangle. If that isn't the first, it is usually something that the point of interest is the 'corner' or where you see the line(s) bend/turn/change direction. When it comes to weight, I picture an arc, like if one were to trace the outline of a sideways profile of my tummy on to something. That's not much of an angle, with the first thought I have, but bear with me.
This morning, being so dedicated as I am (yeah, right) I got up and went to the gym. I am still trying to work off the few pounds I gained those two weeks I was lazy. As I was walking in, there was a paper sign on the door stating that there was the possibility of anyone there being filmed this morning and to 'Smile'. As I went in to begin, I was obviously trying to figure out why would there be filming? New ad for the gym? It's a national chain, I am sure there are other facilities that would be more advantageous to use than the one I attend. A movie? Maybe someone's small non-profit one. Or some indie filmmaker wanna-be. Maybe someone's hard-luck weight or recovery story for some TV special. Yeah. That's all I could come up for having been awake only 30 minutes this morning.
Turns out I was wrong pretty much all the way. My gym has a basketball court "room" on site. This morning it was closed, as they were doing some sort of Summer Skills Clinic there. I have no clue what that is. Either way, one of the local TV stations was there to do some kind of clip for their morning show (like the Today show, runs like 5-9am). Either way, while doing my workout, I saw the camera guy doing some filming around the gym. I don't know whether it was 'live' shooting, or just clips to use for filler, etc, but either way, I was in it.
So, back to the angle thing..... As I read the sign and wondered what was going on, the random thought ran through my head, 'Is it true the camera adds 10 pounds?' As I realized I was being filmed, I hoped he wasn't using a wide-angle lens.
I don't know if it would make a difference on adding the supposed 10 pounds to me, but that one guy in the grey shirt and shorts, sweating like crazy, red-faced, huffing and puffing.... that was me.
PeacE
The first thing I think of when I hear angle, is a triangle. If that isn't the first, it is usually something that the point of interest is the 'corner' or where you see the line(s) bend/turn/change direction. When it comes to weight, I picture an arc, like if one were to trace the outline of a sideways profile of my tummy on to something. That's not much of an angle, with the first thought I have, but bear with me.
This morning, being so dedicated as I am (yeah, right) I got up and went to the gym. I am still trying to work off the few pounds I gained those two weeks I was lazy. As I was walking in, there was a paper sign on the door stating that there was the possibility of anyone there being filmed this morning and to 'Smile'. As I went in to begin, I was obviously trying to figure out why would there be filming? New ad for the gym? It's a national chain, I am sure there are other facilities that would be more advantageous to use than the one I attend. A movie? Maybe someone's small non-profit one. Or some indie filmmaker wanna-be. Maybe someone's hard-luck weight or recovery story for some TV special. Yeah. That's all I could come up for having been awake only 30 minutes this morning.
Turns out I was wrong pretty much all the way. My gym has a basketball court "room" on site. This morning it was closed, as they were doing some sort of Summer Skills Clinic there. I have no clue what that is. Either way, one of the local TV stations was there to do some kind of clip for their morning show (like the Today show, runs like 5-9am). Either way, while doing my workout, I saw the camera guy doing some filming around the gym. I don't know whether it was 'live' shooting, or just clips to use for filler, etc, but either way, I was in it.
So, back to the angle thing..... As I read the sign and wondered what was going on, the random thought ran through my head, 'Is it true the camera adds 10 pounds?' As I realized I was being filmed, I hoped he wasn't using a wide-angle lens.
I don't know if it would make a difference on adding the supposed 10 pounds to me, but that one guy in the grey shirt and shorts, sweating like crazy, red-faced, huffing and puffing.... that was me.
PeacE
Sunday, June 3
Tossing Out Some Stuff
I was a bad boy the other night. I met up with some friends Friday night, and ended up being up all night. After a couple power naps throughout the day yesterday, I went to bed late last night, and slept surprisingly well.... until 6:30 this morning. It was at that time I just suddenly awoke (I presume from the internal clock). Needless to say, it has only been an hour, and I have completed my regular routine with not much more to do. I have a feeling it is going to be a long day.
The Wife has taken the next few days off from work. I think she said through Wednesday. There was no particular reason for her to do so, just that she needed to use up some vacation time. Convenient with the timing though. Just being about 3 days short of owning the newer van for a year, we get the registration notice in the mail yesterday. I am somewhat pissed though, as I could have sworn we requested a 2-year registration at the dealership - not a one year. I think they screwed with us on that one. This is the newest vehicle we have ever owned, thus making it the highest registration we have paid. Almost $400. Sigh. I know, I am sure many of you have higher amounts. Overall though, I am glad to say it should have no problems passing the AZ Emissions test required. Now, just because I said that, something will happen.
My buddies are meeting up for Bloody Marys this morning, but I decided after the other night, I really don't feel like making that meeting. I told one of them last night that there was a good chance I would not be there, so not to be surprised.
I have been doing quite a bit more reading of late. I guess I have been getting 'burned out' playing some of the computer games I play, and have turned a bit more to reading (again). I have been finishing a couple books on the Kindle every 2-3 days of late. Not that any were of a great story to recommend, but at least it was good enough to read the whole thing. I think last week I must have started a good 5 books or so that I just couldn't finish. The writing style or story was just crap to me that I wasted no time in deleting it from my Kindle. That's the problem with Amazon's free ebooks. Sometimes, the new authors are just crap writers.
My mind is blanking out. I should think about getting some breakfast. Breakfast burritos sound good, but it will probably end up being a granola bar.
PeacE
The Wife has taken the next few days off from work. I think she said through Wednesday. There was no particular reason for her to do so, just that she needed to use up some vacation time. Convenient with the timing though. Just being about 3 days short of owning the newer van for a year, we get the registration notice in the mail yesterday. I am somewhat pissed though, as I could have sworn we requested a 2-year registration at the dealership - not a one year. I think they screwed with us on that one. This is the newest vehicle we have ever owned, thus making it the highest registration we have paid. Almost $400. Sigh. I know, I am sure many of you have higher amounts. Overall though, I am glad to say it should have no problems passing the AZ Emissions test required. Now, just because I said that, something will happen.
My buddies are meeting up for Bloody Marys this morning, but I decided after the other night, I really don't feel like making that meeting. I told one of them last night that there was a good chance I would not be there, so not to be surprised.
I have been doing quite a bit more reading of late. I guess I have been getting 'burned out' playing some of the computer games I play, and have turned a bit more to reading (again). I have been finishing a couple books on the Kindle every 2-3 days of late. Not that any were of a great story to recommend, but at least it was good enough to read the whole thing. I think last week I must have started a good 5 books or so that I just couldn't finish. The writing style or story was just crap to me that I wasted no time in deleting it from my Kindle. That's the problem with Amazon's free ebooks. Sometimes, the new authors are just crap writers.
My mind is blanking out. I should think about getting some breakfast. Breakfast burritos sound good, but it will probably end up being a granola bar.
PeacE
Friday, June 1
It's A Bunch Of The Little Things
Welcome to another Friday. At my house, it is the first Friday of the summer break. Which basically means, Dad spends time with each son for one day each week. Or at least try to whenever possible. Today I am starting with the middle son. I see a little bit of chore work in the morning, followed by lots of computer play time the rest of the day. I'm easy that way. Maybe a McDonald's run for lunch. Who knows?
The oldest starts the first week of band camp next week. The younger boys have Vacation Bible School in the evenings.
I didn't sleep that well last night, and think it may be affecting my ability to think coherently enough to post today.
PeacE
The oldest starts the first week of band camp next week. The younger boys have Vacation Bible School in the evenings.
I didn't sleep that well last night, and think it may be affecting my ability to think coherently enough to post today.
PeacE
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