Friday, December 31, 2004

Xmas 2004= DONE!!!

So, Xmas is done for another year.

Whew.

I also turned 35 this year, as I may or may not have mentioned. I'm ok with it, for the most part. I did figure out that after I turn 36, I can LEGALLY date a woman half my age!!

So, I did ok for the Xmas/Bday gift thing.

I got a GPS reciever, a pressure washer (thanks dad!) and a buncha clothes and some socks. I love getting socks for xmas, because I usually forget about buying socks until AFTER I've gotten home from the store. Socks= good.

For my b-day, some friends of mine in Milwaukee sent me a tshirt they said was perfect for me.

It reads, "I'm really easy to get along with, once you people learn to worship me."

Perfect. Thanks Jenn, Bob, 'n lil Jess!

I also got the greatest PS2 game ever made, Ace Combat 5.

Santa didn't bring me anything off the list I so thoughtfully provided, so I guess we'll see how he does next year. The Hummer H3 will be out by that time, so I guess that would be as acceptable as an H2. All blacked out, of course.

The Cindy Crawford clone is non-negotiable. LOL!

Sunday, December 26, 2004

I'm a dummy.

So, I got a bug in my ear to play with the blog template. Wound up tryin a bunch of different ones. Guess which one I ended up using?

Yep. Same damned one I had before. So, all the linkies I put up are gone. I'll rework that a bit later.

Ooops.

I thought this was funny.

Stolen from PETA's website:

"The Florida Department of Citrus has launched a nationwide campaign promoting the health benefits of orange juice. One of its commercials features a baby chimpanzee who sits beside a man who has moved to a deserted island to escape the flu and then sneezes.
Please send a polite letter to the Florida Department of Citrus asking them to give this matter serious consideration. Point out that you won’t purchase Florida citrus products until the department pulls the commercial and takes a firm stand against using great apes in its advertising"

I don't know about you, but I have this sudden urge to run out and buy 5 gallons of tasty FL orange juice just to piss off those morons.

BTW, up in 'Da North', PETA stands for People Eating Tasty Animals.

Xmas is over for another year. Whew.

Don't worry, I plan on having something else to complain about later this week.



Friday, December 24, 2004

I got bored..

...So you got new linkies to look at. 8 new ones altogether. The blogs are ones I read just about every day. Good stuff.

I promised a rant about how Brett Favre has just about the entire NFL, John Madden, and that jackass Chris Collinsworth handing Favre compliments by the bucketful. I mean, what next, they gonna rave about him 'cause he can hit the bowl without spraying pee all over the floor? Jesus. It gets a wee bit old. Let's just see how much more kissing his ass we can do., eh gents??

Guess I just did rant. Dang. That felt pretty good. Granted, it doesn't fix the fact that John Madden hasn't been run over by his bus in front of an Ace Hardware store, but a guy can dream, right?? God, I can't stand that guy.

I did some more work on my R/C boat tonight. I glued in the stuffing tube, which is what the driveshaft rides in. I still have to figure out where I'm gonna stuff all the electronics, but the project is moving along nicely. I might have the thing ready for paint in say, oh, March. Of course, if I suddenly get a bug in my ear to finish it and start another, then who knows? I've discovered that a guy my coworker hangs out with works for a hotel. Maybe I can talk him into some late night pool testing.

I decided to rent some movies, seeing as the GF is out of town till late next week. I got 'Man On Fire', 'The Punisher', and 'Club Dread'.

"The Punisher" was awesome. If you haven't seen it, you really should. "Man On Fire" was also awesome. It was neato to see Denzel Washington lay a serious asskicking on the bad guys. I think "Man On Fire" and 'Training Day' would make a sweet Denzel double feature. I haven't seen 'Club Dread' yet, but it's by the same guys who did 'Super Troopers', which was frickin' hilarious.





Now, THIS is a pickup truck!



I want Santa to bring me one of these too. Preferably in camouflage. I sat in one of these at a convention in Las Vegas last November. I had a bitch of a time getting a pic of it, because it was pretty much surrounded nonstop. Luckily, one of the International people working the show saw my plight, and gave me a way bitchin' poster. Hopefully Tamiya will come out with a 1/10 scale RC kit. THAT would be the bee's knees.

I'm still workin on the linkies, and some other stuff. I'm also working on a rant about how the NFL and that fat gasbag John Madden have their noses so far up Brett Farve's ass they gotta be Pinocchio. Stay tuned.

Thursday, December 23, 2004

It's COLD!! + other random thoughts

Yup, cold cold cold.

14 below zero last I checked, about an hour ago. Staying in is a very good option.

I got the motor mount glued into one of the r/c boats I'm building. I've got 3 I'm working on this winter. I'm taking my time, I figure I've got till about May before it's warm enough to go out and play with them, so hurrying is definitely not on the agenda. I went to the local hobby shop to buy some parts, and the owner commented that there wasn't a whole lot of demand for boat stuff, it being the wrong season and all. My reply? "It's building season now, brother!'

One of my coworkers asked me if I wanted to go to Walmart after work with him, as he had to do some shopping for his GF. I of course agreed immediately, especially since he offered up dinner as an enticement. Homemade pizza, with lotsa pepperoni 'n Canadian bacon. Tasty.

Ok, where was I?

Right. Walmart. Anyhow, we roll into Wallyworld parking lot, and right into a nice lil traffic jam. The Walmart here has their lot in a wee bit of a mess, as they're building a super Wallyworld right next to it, and it's just a mess right now.

We find ourselves stopped in the entrance drive because some jackass in a Suburban has decided he needs to wait for his wife right in front of the entrance doors. Ordinarily, this isn't much of a big deal, just whip around the moron and shoot him the finger. BUT, our friend has managed to position his truck in such a way to block BOTH lanes. Neato. For some reason, he finally moves his truck, glaring at the person behind him. Is it wrong to wish someone would have dragged this guy out of his truck and smacked him in the head a couple times for being an inconsiderate bastard?

Someone left a comment about my Xmas list post, suggesting I may wish to get my hormones in check. I haven't dumped the comment, but I will respond to it later. I'm going to bed.



Wednesday, December 22, 2004

Xmas music and related stuff.

I've got a dirty lil secret.

I absolutely DESPISE Christmas music. I worked at a Toys 'R' Us store years ago. 13 hour shifts, and just about every Xmas song you can think of, I heard 3-4 times a day. And now, for some bizarre reason, most of the radio stations in my town figure it's all right to assault our ears with it 24/7. I blame Clear Channel.

And some people wonder why I have a lot of CDs. About the only thing that could be worse is Celine Dion and the chick from Evanescence collaborating on a Xmas album. That alone would make me rupture my own eardrums. However, we COULD use the results in Iraq to attain peace. All they'd have to do is play it through really powerful PA systems. I'm betting all factions would surrender in about 43 seconds, as long as we promised to make the godawful racket stop. If anyone from the government is reading this, feel free to use my idea.

Xmas is rapidly approaching as I write this. Here's a short list of stuff I would like under my tree this year.

  1. A Hummer H2 (all blacked out)
  2. My very own Cindy Crawford clone
  3. A Glock 21C pistol (.45 auto)
  4. A Bushmaster AR15.
  5. A computer that'll do everything but give me a haircut.
  6. Did I mention a Cindy Crawford clone?
  7. That whole world peace thing, yadda yadda yadda.
  8. A really nice heated & insulated garage for me to play in

I don't think that's askin too much.

I'm planning on posting some more linkies later this week while the GF is visiting her parents. If I get busy working on one of my r/c boats, maybe not. Who knows?



Sunday, December 19, 2004

Few little things( I feel like Larry King for some reason)

I was over at the GF's place tonight watching the late news. It seems an ice rink in the neighboring city had a small problem with their Zamboni machine this evening. It exploded. If you have no idea what a Zamboni is, search google.

Am I the only one who wonders how long it'll be before we see Lindsay Lohan and the Olsen twins in Playboy?? Preferably jello wrestling?

If I could give permanent laryngitis to anyone, it'd have to be the singer from Evanescence. Someone drove by my house with that crap playing, and the neighbor's dogs started howling! I think the guy who signed them was a disgruntled employee. Go get any CD by Jimmy LaFave instead.

I'm proud to say that my 'lil blog has gotten some endorsements. Here's a testimonial from a happy reader.

" Yes, young feller, you sure are good with them fancy computer things. Can I have my walker back now?? " =John Douglas, 87 years old

thanks, John. I'm trying to make sure my blog has a little something of interest for everyone.

I know I promised to post some more linkies. I'll get that done eventually, I promise.



Some things explained.

I live in a triplex. 2 apts upstairs, one down. Across the hall from me lives my friend, who I'll refer to as UN, for Upstairs Neighbor. Downstairs lives the crazy drunk guy, hereafter referred to as CDB, or Crazy Drunk Bastard.

I've known UN since 9th grade, about 20 years or so. We've both seen each other through psycho GFs, he's watched me go and do stupid things 'cause I was drunk off my ass and it seemed a good idea at the time. If you've ever heard the joke about a redneck's last words being 'Hold my beer and watch this!!' then you know what I'm talking about. That brings us to CDB.

CDB's hobby is collecting vans. Ugly ones. He's got 3 of them now. He's been up north visiting his brother. I'm half expecting to get home from work tomorrow and find van #4. I'm beginning to wonder if he's got some bizarre plan to open a car lot, or maybe some bizarre kinetic sculpture. I think the cheap beer's messed up his brain.



Saturday, December 18, 2004

More advice...

If you're going to attempt to change a serpentine belt on your car, you MIGHT want to consider doing it SOBER.

More later. I'm going to go do laundry and other domestic type things.

Sometime in the next week or so, I'm going to post some more linkies to various things. You've been warned.


Thursday, December 16, 2004

I NEED a set of these cards!!




www.roadragecards.com

I can see myself getting into a lot of trouble with these things. Probably just as well that I don't have a set.

Chili, and other stuff

Car's fixed. So, I went to drop off the old alt at the store, and walk by the UPS man walking out. One of my coworkers looks at me, and points at the package.

I now own a pressure washer. Maybe now I can keep my car clean! (yeah, right)

There's a pot of chili simmering in the crock pot. Taste tests have confirmed that I may have hit on the proper mix of ingredients. The spiciness sneaks up on you, and then tweaks yer nose. The secret? Good, fresh hot Italian sausage, and Spicy V8 vegetable juice for your chili base. Garlic bread on the side, and dinner is served.

I'll bring what's left in to work tomorrow. Homemade chili is always better on the second day.

A request was made by someone for me to post the winning lottery #s for next week.

Sadly, I cannot grant this request, as sharing the #s would be completely foolish, and I might not be able to buy myself a nice tropical island to retire to. We can't have that. Maybe next time.

Wednesday, December 15, 2004

Stolen from libertymeadows.com

funny s**t!


Save your receipts...

So, my car started acting weird, lights goin dim, stuff like that. Took it to work and put the car on our mini battery tester. All is going well until...

The lil screen says 'Charging System Problem'.

Shit.

Right after I got the car, I replaced the alternator. Think I can find the receipt?

Urgh. I SO do not need this.

Luckily, my truck runs just fine. (knock on wood)

Tuesday, December 14, 2004

Thoughts 'n stuff

Scott Petersen's going to be executed for killing his wife and son. I guess I'm ok with that, though the idea of him going to prison for the rest of his life and being put into the general population has its merits too. I'll leave that to your imagination.

Too bad his end will be much more humane than that of Laci & Connor.

As easy as it is to get a divorce, it still amazes me this guy figured that killing her was the better option.

Assholes like him don't deserve to be called men. He's nothing but an overgrown spoiled 3 year old.

Sayonara, you worthless bastard.

Monday, December 13, 2004

Now you're in for it.

I changed templates, and figured out how to post some linkies. The one titled 'Noodies" leads you to a site that shows women in suits. Granted, it's their birthday suits, but that's ok by me. Not safe for work surfing by any means.

If I won the lottery:



I'd get me one of these bad boys. Screw the Sierra Club. Buncha granola eating vegetarian wussies.

Thoughts continued

Ok. I promised some helpful hints for your next trip to the parts store. Take a 3x5 card. Write down these things:
1)Year
2) Make (Ford, Dodge, etc)
3) Model (Mustang, Diplomat, etc)
4)Engine size (5.0, 4.9, etc)
5) 8th digit of the Vehicle Identification Number(VIN). 8th digit tells you what engine is in your car. Some manufacturers build the same size engine at different assembly plants. Some things can differ from plant to plant.
6)Write down whether it has 4 wheel disc brakes, or disc/drum. VERY important to know if you're buying brakes.
7) For Japanese makes, esp. Toyota, also copy down the first digit in the VIN number. This tells us if your car was built in Japan or the USA. Barring that, call your local Toyota dealer parts dept. and give them then VIN, and they can tell you.

Keep this card in your wallet or purse. Laminate it if you wish.

I also said I would tell you the best time to care for your toy trailer's wheel bearings. For an example, I'll use a snowmobile trailer. The best time to repack the bearings? When you put the trailer away in the spring. Boat & camping trailers? In the fall when you put them away. Do this, and you will never come see me because you're stranded somewhere with seized bearings. A good idea is to carry at least one set of wheel bearings for your trailer along with you. Also pack a tub of wheel bearing grease. That way, if you ignored my advice, at least you won't be broke down on the side of the road for long.

One more thing. Someone asked me to post about Heiniken beer. Okay. Here goes.

I don't like Heiniken. It's icky.

New thoughts for the day

Later tonight, I shall post some general advice that will help you a great deal at the parts store. I also will tell you the best time to check and repack wheel bearings on your toy trailer. Stay tuned.

BTW, as soon as I figure out how to do it, I'll be posting some of my favorite linkies for your surfing pleasure. You have been warned.

Sunday, December 12, 2004

Hardee's Monster Thickburger

We've all seen the commercials for the Monster Thickburger. I gotta tell ya, once the GF was out of town for a weekend, I hauled ass over and got myself one.

Oh my GOD, was it GOOD!!! I felt myself getting fatter just ordering it!! I couldn't eat one all the time, but once in a great while, oh hell yeah!!

Long story short, go get yourself one. Better yet, go get one, and then go eat it at a PETA meeting. That oughta cause a coronary or several.

So, this is how this works...

Well, here it is. Now what??

I plan on doing something with this every couple days or so. Probably stuff about work, stuff that annoys me, funny stuff, etc. Slap the addy into yer favorites list, and see what happens!!