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Ditched Cable TV

2010-08-23T20:08:00.000-07:00

Well I made the decision to ditch our cable for good. I have recently decided to strictly go with Netflix and Hulu Plus. I pay $12.99 for Netflix and $9.99 for Hulu. This is compared to my $69.99 a month for cable. I have been more than happy with my choice. Oh course having a Home theater PC does make it easier to do. If you haven't had a chance to check out HULU plus check it out at www.hulu.com. Every six months I am looking for new ways to save money and this is definitely the flavr of the week.

QWEST IS THE DEVIL

2010-02-04T19:00:00.000-08:00

Oh were to start. After 2 years of being manhandled by the worst company in business today I have finally given up the ghost on Qwest's so called "Spirit of Service." My story starts when I made the mistake of going with the CHEAPER internet. Little did I know is cheaper meant screw up my bill for 1 year, tell me it's my fault, shut off my internet on accident when they thought I hadn't paid my bill, lie to me over the phone, try to charge me $300 when I canceled for a contract I never signed and then claim they took care of me. I wont go into much more detail for time sake and for fear of dropping the F-bomb. Some people make goals to lose weight, stop smoking or even show more love. Well I have decided to do just that. I am going to show Qwest the love they showed me, because they deserve at least that much. Please comment to this post about your nightmarish experiences with Qwest and lets do our part. Please forward my Blog to anyone you know to spread the word that cheaper always means just that. Cheaper service, cheaper care, cheaper concern and cheaper support. Lets put the mud back in the swine pit.

You Can See Thru My Cloths?

2010-01-06T17:48:00.000-08:00

So some of you may read the news once in a while. If you haven't let me introduce you to the body scanner. This thing is designed to basically see through your clothing in order to check for contraband. Lately it has been causing quite an uproar at the Airports. The argument seems to be that it is an invasion of privacy. It seems funny to me that people wine and cry when some goofball terrorist sneaks on a plane and lights his panties on fire. But yet we also seem to pout when the airport tries to do something about it. Yes I understand the current system is flawed and adding expensive scanners probably wont solve the problem. However, don't complain about your plane blowing up when your not willing to have some 45 yr old over weight security guard take a look at your goods for 2 seconds. I see this going a pretty much 1 way ways. You have the choice to fly, that is your freedom. When you ride the coasters at Disney land you give up the right to do what you want. You don't follow the rules they boot you from the ride. You want to fly, follow the rules and get on the plane. If scanning your tiddly bits is a rule then so be it. I take that any day over the Taliban setting off a blue dart in my face. For all you flyers out there, have a happy flight and a cancer filled X-ray scan.

UFC SUCKER PUNCH

2009-11-22T13:32:00.001-08:00

I have to say after last nights UFC fight I feel a little like Heath Herring here after the Lesnar fight. Last night was the first time the UFC allowed live streaming from there website. At least I thought it was going to be the first time. The website ended up being down or messed up even 3 hours after the fight started. Needless to say this is just another reason for me to care less and less about a sport that continually gets more irritating. Another prime example is this season of the Ultimate fighter. After Kimbo Slice got eliminated every commercial for every new episode advertises the he may fight again. obviously this was just a publicity stunt because it is the end of the season and he is still benched. Honestly I hope Tito Ortiz got his annoying blonde hair Huntington Beach butt kicked but for some reason after not being able to watch it last night because of their technical difficulties I don''t really care.

Facebook out Blogging back in!!

2009-11-17T20:00:00.000-08:00

So today I decided to deactivate my Facebook account. Yes, some wont agree with my decision or with my reasons for doing so but allow me to explain. To sum up my feelings I believe it is a huge waste of time and energy. If the only way you want to communicate is through Facebook then honestly our relationship probably isn't worth salvaging. If I mean something to you pick up a phone or shoot me an email. Better yet post a comment on my Blog :) Let me give you a short list of considerations for deactivating your account.

1. The name, Really who thought of that? I have never seen a dude with a book on his face. If I ever did though he sure would deserve to have a website named in his honor.

2. As pointed out by my older and bigger brother " instead of getting spam in your inbox you can visit facebook and get the same results on a web page." Could facebook have more worthless advertisements? Lose 100 pounds in 5 minutes, Find a companion in your area, Work from home etc. etc

3. People, do you think we care that "your back hurts today." "I didn't sleep last night." "I am having a rough day today." Isn't that what that other dumb website is for...let me think....twitter oh ya.

I could really go on for days. If you like Facebook more power to you. You wont ever catch me on that dude with a book face's website again. Good day and Good night.

2009-10-22T12:59:00.000-07:00

SO as you all heard on my family Blog that I am in full blown Swine quarentine. Wow this thing sucks. I haven't had the regular Flu in a while so I am not sure how much worse it is but it is Thursday and I started feeling like crap Monday. I swear when I feel better I am going to eat nothing but PORK products just to get them back. I hate laying in bed and being worthless. I just want to snuggle my freakin kids and wife. I have missed 3 days of work, working out and softball. I feel like a Swine for sure.

10 Reasons Why Loving My Wife Is Easy!

2009-10-16T21:22:00.001-07:00

I would like to share a list of just a few reasons why my wife makes it so easy to love her. Keep in mind there are far to many to list so I will merely attemp to give you a snapshot of my blissfull surroundings.

10. She dares to be home and raise our 2 insanley handsome and hyperactive boys.

9. She is a hotty! I mean for goodness sakes have you seen my wife.

8. How many men can say they come home to a hot,fresh and homemade meal everynight. I think she is secretly trying to make me fat.

7. She gets my sense of humor and even has some of it herself. Well I pretty much have to love someone that gets my sense of humor because there are so few that do.

6. She always has the house spotless when I get home so that all I have to do is wreste the boys until the are worn out.

5. She supports me in my calling and is always pushing me to do even better.

4. She rights in her journal every night so we can remember all of the fun times and goofy things are kids say.

3. She is such a good example to the boys and I by reading her scriptures everynight no matter the situation and saying her daily prayers.

2. She never complains. She is always so willing to go out of her way for others without whining about it.

1. She is so tender hearted. I love her sweetness, loving attitude, kindness, selflessness, charm, and most of all that rump.

I hope all of us can take the time to show our wifes how much they mean to us. I promise no matter how much you do it is never enough to make up for what they do for us. Nicole you are the love of my life and will always be number 1 in my book.

The Faint Concert

2009-04-26T18:43:00.000-07:00

A few months back I had discovered an amazing Electronic band called The Faint. Most people have never heard of them or really like this style of music. But I have to say since I found them and introduced them to Garrett not a days goes by were we can't listen to them. There sound is so unique and clean. There is not one song I dislike on any of the 3 albums I have. I happened to notice that they were coming to town and thought it might be a fun adventure. Garrett and I decided to take the bait and roll down to Tucson Friday night and check them out at The Rialto. Needless to say this turned into more of an adventure then we ever could have anticipated. We thought it would be fun to go a few hours early and catch a flick before the movie. Apparently finding an open movie theater that hasn't been shut down is harder then you think in down town Tucson. After an hour or so of getting lost and trying to find a dang movie we decided bowling would suffice. So we found something it the heart of the Ghetto. After a couple of hours we decided to head back down town get our tickets and wait in line. After walking through the freakiest place ever witness a bum get jumped by a gangster and his girlfriend and the cops chasing some dude in a trench coat we finally made it to the theatre. Only to forget my ID and have to walk all the way back to the car and then back to the theatre. After waiting in line for awhile dodging pigeon crap we were in. We had the best seats in the house for the sweetest concert I have ever been to. These guys put on an insane show. I will go to the ghetto 100 times to see them again. If you have a chance to check them out you can go to http://www.myspace.com/thefaint

NIGHTMARE!!!!

2009-01-17T22:47:00.000-08:00

This one is tough for me to even talk about. Last night I had a horrific nightmare. I had a dream that Nicole (my wife) came to me to profess her love for another man. In my dream this came as a terrible shock. Where did this come from, what did I do and how can I fix it. She proceeded to explain the things that she was doing but refused to help me understand why. I felt so frustrated, lost, confused and hurt. Why is she doing this. How did I not see the signs or recognize this was happening. She left me without any regard for my well being. Now let me break away from the dream for a bit. As all or most of you know this is not at all the way my beautiful wife would act. This dream was so real and it spanned throughout a series of days. I have never had a dream as real, vivid and detailed as this. Back to the dream. My mission at this point was to do what I can to win her back. I had no support, her family and friends were sticking by her decision as if I had committed some brutal marriage ending murder. I won't bore you with the rest of the disturbing events that took place from there. I felt lost and abandoned and in my life I have never experienced this before. It turned quickly to anger, self pity and reckless thoughts. When I finally woke from this twilight zone of a nightmare I turned to find comfort in my wife only to see an empty spot on the bed. I burst into tears still half asleep unable to separate reality from my dreams. I turned and Nicole came walking in the room. I immediately pounced from my bed to find the comfort of her embrace. I just squeezed her for a few minutes crying my freaking baby eyes out and didn't want to let go. I tried to muster the ability to explain what was going but couldn't find the words I just wanted to hold on to her forever. Even now thinking back on this horrible dream I can't hold back the tears. I find myself longing for her loving embrace and sweet reassuring words. I hope that you can begin to feel the impact this might have on all of you and that you may realize what you have. I love my tender Nicole with all my heart and hope that I can show her that everyday. I would have no reason to even be here if it weren't for her. She is by far better then my GOOD dreams could ever hope for. She is the perfect wife and mother and I often find myself falling short of deserving her. I pray that I can be the best husband and father and am able to give my family my all.

Batman: The Bark Knight

2008-12-29T19:09:00.000-08:00

If you haven't seen "Batman: The Dark Knight" then well your not missing the Blockbuster that everyone can't stop talking about. Before you go getting all offended let me explain. First I do give it 4 out of 5 eyes :) But despite this good rating there are some major flaws to this movie that seemed to get lost in the glamor of the film. My first objection is Christian Bale. Yes he is a great actor and I haven't seen to many films of his that I haven't enjoyed. I am even a fan of Newsies. But what in the crap is up with awful barking deep voice coughing up a hair ball when he is Batman. It is like he is throwing up his tough guy voice. it pains me every time I hear it. the funny thing is that I probably only noticed it due to Heath Ledger being such an incredible psycho. Flaw number two is the tool bag that was in charge casting the extras. He must have went to a thespian improv night at a local roadshow. These bad guys the joker was rounding up were the biggest bunch of pansies and over actors I have ever laid my good eye on. Perhaps this was intentinal to make Heath's performance that much more convincing. The last major flaw was the casting of Aaron Eckhart as 2 face. Every time he got angry he reminded me of a sad little boy scout who never got is eagle scout. Of course there were excellent moments of theatrical special effects coupled with Heath's brilliant tirades that somehow at least cover up the downfalls momentarily. Synopsis: Enjoy Ledger, Ignore Bail and be glad eckhart's character dies.

My MP3 Player

2008-11-24T18:32:00.000-08:00

Here is a little taste of some bands I have discovered recently or have been enjoying for some time in my MP3 player. Just thought I would share. If anyone has some recommendations to check out any new artist they have discovered please share with me. If you know me well you know I am obsessed with music. Enjoy!!

FIREPROOF MOVIE

2008-10-04T09:34:00.000-07:00

Last night my wife and I saw one of the greatest movies I have ever been too. I have not cried in a movie in a long time and wow did I have snot going everywhere. This film is very empowering for all married couples or those planning to marry. For those of you who remember Kirk Cameron from Growing Pains will be shocked at his emotional performance. The cinematography, rich plot, religious conversion and thin laced comedy make this a must see. If you don't enjoy this movie or come out balling then you are not human.

Palin vs. Canadian Bacon

2008-09-20T11:15:00.000-07:00

Some of you may have read about the Canadian Columnist that just dug her own grave by bashing on Palin. If you have not had a chance to read it check it out here. http://elections.foxnews.com/2008/09/18/columnists-labeling-palin-backers-white-trash-spurs-review-at-canadian-tv//

Before I get rambling about this article let me just point out that I am not a huge fan of the Oboma campaign or the McCain campaign. As you have seen in the article this has nothing to do with Palin or her ability to be president. This is simply a lunatic reporter with nothing better to do then wallow in her own self pity and jealousy. The attributes pointed out in Heather Mallicks rant have no substance. Well Heather allow me to point a few fingers back.

1. When did we give a crap about what Canadians think about America. Mind your own business and stay in your freakin country.
2. Let me quote Heather here, “Alaska is our redneck cousin, our Yukon territory forms a blessed buffer zone, and thank God he never visits. Alaska is the end of the line.” May I remind you Heather that Canada is the the ugly step child of America. The only thing good to come out of there in the last 50 years was Strange Brew, no way hoser!!
3. Now you liken Palin to a porn star. Do I sense some insanely jealous hostility or perhaps insecurity, I think so!!!!!!!!! If hot is the only thing Palin has going for her that makes her.......ya 100% ahead of you.
4. Heather, it is a good thing you are married to a journalist because we would have no clue who you are.
5. Is your forehead real or prosthetic because wow that is big!

In conclusion, I think after reading Heather's Column I actually feel more secure about liking Mrs. Palin. Oh and one last thing Heather. I don't have any evidence that Palin is a Porn star but here is a little something I found, apparently some people at least think she is as hot as one. But hey your husband loves you and that's great too.

http://www.maxim.com/Girls/2SarahPalinUSA/slideshow/41028/4151.aspx

Kick off Post

2008-09-19T12:16:00.000-07:00

Just a little introduction to my new Blog. For those of you that know me understand that I am very opinionated (most of the time to a fault.) With this blog I will more then likely become more opinionated. I hope some agree, disagree, get pissed or just enjoy the posts. Always feel free to comment about anything. Just remember one thing, here I am always right because it is my freakin BLOG!!!!