Hey blog readers...I am sitting here at the table, looking outside enjoying the sunshine. There is frost on the ground but the sun is out and the air is warming. I am enjoying some coffee, and listening to the morning TV squawking along. I thought, hey, what a great time to blog.
I have been tossing around blog theme ideas in my head for a post. It has been a little while since my last blog. So I have decided to throw a couple of them together today, let's see how it goes.
THANKFUL
I have been focusing this year on doing things that are fun and focusing on the fun in life. In doing that I have noticed so many things in my life that I am thankful for. So here are a few things that I have taken stock in over the last 3 months.
My family: I am so blessed to have a great family. Almost 14 years ago I began a relationship with my wife(as a couple...there are many years before that as friends). It truly is a blessing in my life. She is my best friend. She supports me in ways I didn't even realize were possible. She loves me more everyday. She truly is a blessing in my life. My son came into my life a little over 6 years ago. He flipped our lives upside down and thankfully we haven't figured out how to turn it back over. He makes me smile everyday. He loves unconditionally and has the biggest heart. I am honored and blessed to call him my son. I spent Sunday with Jen's family celebrating Easter a week early. They move holidays around for my crazy firefighter schedule. They are great people...I love my In-Laws more than words could express. We shared great food, heart felt laughs and a great day. I look forward to many more days like that.
My work. I really think I have the greatest job in the world. I have an opportunity everyday to help people when they are having the worst day of their lives. It makes me both appreciate other people and what I have at the same time. People don't call us when they are having a great day, so it makes me focus on the important things and try and make their day better.
My friends. I feel like everywhere I go I know somebody. I like to think it is because I am not afraid to say hello and smile at people. I try to stay approachable and open to conversation. I have learned so much from talking to complete strangers, but more importantly, I have learned a lot from talking and listening to the people that are in my life everyday.
MORE ODD THOUGHTS:
Why do telemarketers call back? My wife has this habit of hanging up on telemarketers prior to them saying a word. She simply pushes the green answer button and she then immediately pushes the red button. She never says a word to them. But somehow they think that it wasn't the message she was trying to send, so they call back for 3 straight nights. Each time getting the same result. Seriously, are they really that dense?
Why don't people look in the mirror before they leave the house? I got up early on Sunday and headed to the store to pick up some odds and ends needed for our dinner party we went to at Jen's parent's house. I got out of bed, put on a hat, some warm up pants, a sweatshirt and some flip flops. I glanced in the mirror and thought, well it isn't my very best, but it will do(but I looked in the mirror to assure I didn't look like the walking dead). While I was there I witnessed a woman in a house coat, a man in fleece shorts, work boots and flannel shirt. 2 people I am sure did not look in the mirror prior to their exit of their homes.
Why don't men talk in the bathroom? I have to admit, I adhere to this principal as well. But what is the harm with a hello? What is the harm if you know someone saying how are you or asking what is new in their life? It is a mystery...I also am curious about the mandatory 1 urinal interval. If there are 3 urinals, at any given moment only the 2 on the outside will be in use...some mysteries are just meant not to be uncovered.
THE WEATHER:
Sun is out, air is warming up. Let the Spring and Summer festivities begin! I look forward to all of them. Sharkboy and I played catch yesterday in the back yard. I can't wait to golf, eat outside and mow the grass. If you love summer like I do...here is to a great one.
Well that is about all I can squeeze out of the grey matter for now. Today Sharkboy has a short play at school where he is playing Jesus. We can't wait...
I hope everyone has a great Easter weekend and enjoys the Spring breaks that are on the horizon.
Be Kind, Be Safe...
Shalom my Peeps.
Tuesday, March 30, 2010
Friday, March 19, 2010
Peculiar thoughts of a Peculiar man.
Hey blog readers...today I spent some time in the truck running errands. Usually that gives me time to think about things that are going on in my life. Well today I had some really weird thoughts. Some of which follow...
Why do we think the way we do? Why do we ponder things? I wish I had the answers...but oddly I do not. The following are some thing that popped into this cob web filled skull I carry around on my shoulders. Enjoy...they have provided me many laughs over the years.
Why are men attracted to breasts? Seriously, unless you were a hungry infant a breast provides nothing significant to men. Don't get me wrong I am not ready to hang up my manly ways and stop finding breasts attractive. I am just perplexed. A very good friend once stated the following about breasts and it fits "Boobs are weird". Another friend once said "They taste like arm". 2 very peculiar but fitting quotes when it comes to boobs.
Why do we drive on a parkway, but park in a driveway? (an oldy but goody) I got nothing...why do we?
When someone eats something weird why do we freak out? I gotta say that guy that one day thought it would be tasty to eat a cow was a genius. I am sure his buddies thought he was a bit crazy, but genius none the less. Somebody has to eat new things the first time. Think about it...Pigs=Ham, bacon, sausage etc. I am sure the people that ate pigs first were thought to be crazy, but look at us now. Chicken eggs, cows milk, caviar...just to name a few had to be someone way off their rocker. But I thank them for their courage.
When someone tastes something bad, why do they offer it to us to taste? I am a pretty trusting person. If one of my friends tastes something and it is horrible, I will take their word for it. I don't need to personally validate an items level of nasty.
Why do we laugh out loud when we are alone? I myself am not one of those people. I actually think of laughter as an outward sign that you find something funny. If I am alone, I don't laugh out loud. For example: I am currently watching The Hangover. Arguably one of the funniest movies ever made. Not a single outburst of laughter. An occasional smile I will admit to, but no laughter.
Global warming, is it real? I froze my ass off this winter. I won't lie. I am not buying into the whole global warming argument. I am 36 y/o and have lived my whole life in a Midwest climate. Cold winters, hot summers and delightful springs and falls. I have not noticed a change in our winters. We still get a butt load of snow, we still get bitter cold and we still have that nasty phenomenon known as lake effect. I am calling global warming from now on an Environmentalists scare tactic.
Why do we call them Chicken fingers? Fingers are not in a chickens anatomy. So why?
I could go on and on and on and on...
That is all my deep thoughts for now...
Be Kind, Be Safe...
Shalom my Peeps.
Why do we think the way we do? Why do we ponder things? I wish I had the answers...but oddly I do not. The following are some thing that popped into this cob web filled skull I carry around on my shoulders. Enjoy...they have provided me many laughs over the years.
Why are men attracted to breasts? Seriously, unless you were a hungry infant a breast provides nothing significant to men. Don't get me wrong I am not ready to hang up my manly ways and stop finding breasts attractive. I am just perplexed. A very good friend once stated the following about breasts and it fits "Boobs are weird". Another friend once said "They taste like arm". 2 very peculiar but fitting quotes when it comes to boobs.
Why do we drive on a parkway, but park in a driveway? (an oldy but goody) I got nothing...why do we?
When someone eats something weird why do we freak out? I gotta say that guy that one day thought it would be tasty to eat a cow was a genius. I am sure his buddies thought he was a bit crazy, but genius none the less. Somebody has to eat new things the first time. Think about it...Pigs=Ham, bacon, sausage etc. I am sure the people that ate pigs first were thought to be crazy, but look at us now. Chicken eggs, cows milk, caviar...just to name a few had to be someone way off their rocker. But I thank them for their courage.
When someone tastes something bad, why do they offer it to us to taste? I am a pretty trusting person. If one of my friends tastes something and it is horrible, I will take their word for it. I don't need to personally validate an items level of nasty.
Why do we laugh out loud when we are alone? I myself am not one of those people. I actually think of laughter as an outward sign that you find something funny. If I am alone, I don't laugh out loud. For example: I am currently watching The Hangover. Arguably one of the funniest movies ever made. Not a single outburst of laughter. An occasional smile I will admit to, but no laughter.
Global warming, is it real? I froze my ass off this winter. I won't lie. I am not buying into the whole global warming argument. I am 36 y/o and have lived my whole life in a Midwest climate. Cold winters, hot summers and delightful springs and falls. I have not noticed a change in our winters. We still get a butt load of snow, we still get bitter cold and we still have that nasty phenomenon known as lake effect. I am calling global warming from now on an Environmentalists scare tactic.
Why do we call them Chicken fingers? Fingers are not in a chickens anatomy. So why?
I could go on and on and on and on...
That is all my deep thoughts for now...
Be Kind, Be Safe...
Shalom my Peeps.
Odds and Ends
Hey blog readers...just thought I would post and catch up some odds and ends of things.
Ambulance ride time is going good. I am getting to do some great things in the ambulance. I absolutely love providing good patient care and making a difference in peoples lives when they think they need us most. It is a real positive experience, most of the time. I seem to be getting used to the insomnia involved, but I have to say, I will be glad to be back on the engine. Only 4 days left.
Spring seems to be trying too pop. We have daffodils popping up and the grass is trying to turn green. Most of the winter poop from the back yard seems to be cleaned up. I can't wait to be outside all the time mowing, doing yard work, cooking outside and enjoying the occasional evening cigar on the deck.
Sharkboy is doing great. He had a rough day at school yesterday. I don't have any particulars since he, selectively, doesn't remember what happened. When I asked him what happened during the day he said "I just had a rough day Dad". Oh if he only knew what a bad day was. I occasionally tell Jenny that I don't want to be a grown up anymore...I am joking, but a little itty bitty part of me really feels that way.
Golf is right around the corner. I have the clubs out and clean. If I have a little extra time this afternoon I may actually go someplace and hit a bucket of balls to shake out the winter cob webs. I can't wait to get out on the course this year.
Some things in the news that I have been thinking about:
Health Care bill: I am currently reading the online version of the bill to try and figure out just where I stand on it. I have noticed lot of people chiming in on this topic. It is definitely a topic that is churning around. So far what I read in the bill, most seems reasonable. So far I have read nothing about abolishing private insurance, socialized medicine, government control of what procedure you can have or not have. But I am only about a 1/3 of the way through it.
Tiger Woods playing in The Masters: Good for him. I feel like he should get back on the course and do what he does best. Do I think it was right for him to cheat on his wife? Absolutely not! I also don't think all the media coverage is doing any good for him, his wife or the golf community. I really feel that in order for him to get his life in order he needs to start getting into a routine and what better way to do that than getting back to work. If he truly does have a sexual addiction, then continue to get help.
March Madness: For those of you not into this, I am truly sorry. I am not a huge basketball fan, but the games in March during the "Big Dance" are what basketball is all about. Underdog teams eliminating bigger teams. Upsets, stars that truly are stars, shining. I did not complete a bracket this year. In past years it has consumed too much of my time, of which, I don't have very much to spare right now.
Toyota's Recalls and Runaway Vehicles: I just want to say that I think that again the media is hurting the reputation of Toyota. Seriously with all the vehicles on the road that have accidents and problems I am guessing that the only reason Toyota is getting raked over the coals is because of the recent recall. Remember readers, roughly 4 accidents happen every second in the United States. I am pretty sure that the brunt of those are not "Toyota Recall" induced, so I am going to continue to ignore the press fluff. No to mention that my family doesn't own a Toyota...so pretty safe to say it isn't anything for me to lose sleep over.
Jessie James cheating on Sandra Bullock: I would like to go on record as saying what a moron. First off, any man that cheats on his wife has a certain percentage of ignorance in their day to day decisions. I have always been a SB fan, I think she is a pretty good actress, a pretty good person and I think she is pretty hot. What a slap in the face. I hope she can get things in order and have a chance to celebrate her "Best Actress, Oscar". A very sad story for anyone. I hope she finds strength and she can move on.
This weekend we have a lot going on. Sharkboy and I are going to have a "Boy's Night" tonight while Jenny is out hanging out with the girls. Tomorrow we have a lot of fun stuff planned. Jenny is working in the morning(not really that fun I know) and in the afternoon we are heading out to NC to have some fun with some old friends from school. Sunday we are going to the Corpus Christi Pancake breakfast to help raise funds for the playground. If you aren't doing anything, come out and enjoy some pancakes and some great company. I think the rest of the day will be spent just hanging out.
I wanted to send a huge Happy Birthday(yesterday and yes I remembered yesterday and called) to one of my dearest and best friends in the whole wide world. Happy Birthday Tara! I hope you had a great day! I know from what you described as you birthday night out you had a blast. We will celebrate more when we come down in June.
That's all I have for now...
Be Kind, Be Safe...
Shalom my Peeps!
Ambulance ride time is going good. I am getting to do some great things in the ambulance. I absolutely love providing good patient care and making a difference in peoples lives when they think they need us most. It is a real positive experience, most of the time. I seem to be getting used to the insomnia involved, but I have to say, I will be glad to be back on the engine. Only 4 days left.
Spring seems to be trying too pop. We have daffodils popping up and the grass is trying to turn green. Most of the winter poop from the back yard seems to be cleaned up. I can't wait to be outside all the time mowing, doing yard work, cooking outside and enjoying the occasional evening cigar on the deck.
Sharkboy is doing great. He had a rough day at school yesterday. I don't have any particulars since he, selectively, doesn't remember what happened. When I asked him what happened during the day he said "I just had a rough day Dad". Oh if he only knew what a bad day was. I occasionally tell Jenny that I don't want to be a grown up anymore...I am joking, but a little itty bitty part of me really feels that way.
Golf is right around the corner. I have the clubs out and clean. If I have a little extra time this afternoon I may actually go someplace and hit a bucket of balls to shake out the winter cob webs. I can't wait to get out on the course this year.
Some things in the news that I have been thinking about:
Health Care bill: I am currently reading the online version of the bill to try and figure out just where I stand on it. I have noticed lot of people chiming in on this topic. It is definitely a topic that is churning around. So far what I read in the bill, most seems reasonable. So far I have read nothing about abolishing private insurance, socialized medicine, government control of what procedure you can have or not have. But I am only about a 1/3 of the way through it.
Tiger Woods playing in The Masters: Good for him. I feel like he should get back on the course and do what he does best. Do I think it was right for him to cheat on his wife? Absolutely not! I also don't think all the media coverage is doing any good for him, his wife or the golf community. I really feel that in order for him to get his life in order he needs to start getting into a routine and what better way to do that than getting back to work. If he truly does have a sexual addiction, then continue to get help.
March Madness: For those of you not into this, I am truly sorry. I am not a huge basketball fan, but the games in March during the "Big Dance" are what basketball is all about. Underdog teams eliminating bigger teams. Upsets, stars that truly are stars, shining. I did not complete a bracket this year. In past years it has consumed too much of my time, of which, I don't have very much to spare right now.
Toyota's Recalls and Runaway Vehicles: I just want to say that I think that again the media is hurting the reputation of Toyota. Seriously with all the vehicles on the road that have accidents and problems I am guessing that the only reason Toyota is getting raked over the coals is because of the recent recall. Remember readers, roughly 4 accidents happen every second in the United States. I am pretty sure that the brunt of those are not "Toyota Recall" induced, so I am going to continue to ignore the press fluff. No to mention that my family doesn't own a Toyota...so pretty safe to say it isn't anything for me to lose sleep over.
Jessie James cheating on Sandra Bullock: I would like to go on record as saying what a moron. First off, any man that cheats on his wife has a certain percentage of ignorance in their day to day decisions. I have always been a SB fan, I think she is a pretty good actress, a pretty good person and I think she is pretty hot. What a slap in the face. I hope she can get things in order and have a chance to celebrate her "Best Actress, Oscar". A very sad story for anyone. I hope she finds strength and she can move on.
This weekend we have a lot going on. Sharkboy and I are going to have a "Boy's Night" tonight while Jenny is out hanging out with the girls. Tomorrow we have a lot of fun stuff planned. Jenny is working in the morning(not really that fun I know) and in the afternoon we are heading out to NC to have some fun with some old friends from school. Sunday we are going to the Corpus Christi Pancake breakfast to help raise funds for the playground. If you aren't doing anything, come out and enjoy some pancakes and some great company. I think the rest of the day will be spent just hanging out.
I wanted to send a huge Happy Birthday(yesterday and yes I remembered yesterday and called) to one of my dearest and best friends in the whole wide world. Happy Birthday Tara! I hope you had a great day! I know from what you described as you birthday night out you had a blast. We will celebrate more when we come down in June.
That's all I have for now...
Be Kind, Be Safe...
Shalom my Peeps!
Saturday, March 13, 2010
A post from the trenches
Hey blog readers. I have a few extra minutes that I can post something in the middle of this 48 hour shift. Thought I would jump on here and do so...no procrastinating.
The shift hasn't been too bad. I have run a few calls, got some sleep last night and for the most part I am not completely exhausted. We will see what tonight holds...
Time change tonight for my Daylight Savings Time friends...tonight roughly at 2 am we will spring ahead an hour. That means we should see the sun later into the evening and that my friends is a bright spot in my life.
Sharkboy and Jenny came to visit me today. It was really nice to see them. I hate to put them through these 48 hour shifts...especially on a weekend. They are both very understanding and I really count myself as blessed having them and their support. I ran into a friend of mine at the ER the other night. He is an emergency room physician and I haven't really talked to him in a few years. We exchanged the normal pleasantries as you would imagine. We chatted about things and he tugged on my wedding ring and asked how it was fitting these days. I told him that it was great. He reminded me that I should appreciate my wife and appreciate how much she does and supports me. I thought that a very nice thing to say and thought I would take this opportunity to say...I love you honey and thank you for all that you do to support me. I appreciate it and you.
So that is about all I have at this point. I am looking forward to spending time tomorrow with family and friends. We will be hitting Granite City for brunch with some great people and later bid Jen's cousin farewell. He is heading south to work in Tennessee to take a new job with his fiance' and her kids. Good luck to them. Also if all goes well I will finally get my hands on my World Famous Cigar bar autographed cigar box and cigars.
Have a safe night everyone...
Be Kind, Be Safe...
Shalom my Peeps.
The shift hasn't been too bad. I have run a few calls, got some sleep last night and for the most part I am not completely exhausted. We will see what tonight holds...
Time change tonight for my Daylight Savings Time friends...tonight roughly at 2 am we will spring ahead an hour. That means we should see the sun later into the evening and that my friends is a bright spot in my life.
Sharkboy and Jenny came to visit me today. It was really nice to see them. I hate to put them through these 48 hour shifts...especially on a weekend. They are both very understanding and I really count myself as blessed having them and their support. I ran into a friend of mine at the ER the other night. He is an emergency room physician and I haven't really talked to him in a few years. We exchanged the normal pleasantries as you would imagine. We chatted about things and he tugged on my wedding ring and asked how it was fitting these days. I told him that it was great. He reminded me that I should appreciate my wife and appreciate how much she does and supports me. I thought that a very nice thing to say and thought I would take this opportunity to say...I love you honey and thank you for all that you do to support me. I appreciate it and you.
So that is about all I have at this point. I am looking forward to spending time tomorrow with family and friends. We will be hitting Granite City for brunch with some great people and later bid Jen's cousin farewell. He is heading south to work in Tennessee to take a new job with his fiance' and her kids. Good luck to them. Also if all goes well I will finally get my hands on my World Famous Cigar bar autographed cigar box and cigars.
Have a safe night everyone...
Be Kind, Be Safe...
Shalom my Peeps.
Friday, March 12, 2010
Thursday, March 11, 2010
Some fresh air
Hey blog readers...today I got home from taking Sharkboy to school and thought it would be a good idea to get a walk in early today, since they are calling for rain later today and I didn't want to put it off or hit the treadmill. So much like the house the last few days, I opened my windows in my brain and let it air out, all the while giving my heart and body some much needed exercise.
While on my walk I realized that many of the dog owners in the neighborhood are not responsible or respectful dog walkers. I could not believe the amount of poop I saw laying in the tree lawns and even some on the sidewalk. I know that while on a walk with your dog it is horrible to have to do the inside out bag dog poop grab. I don't like to do it, but I do. I understand that it is my dog and my responsibility to clean up after her, not somebody who happens to care for that lawn. Please people...if you have a dog, please be respectful and responsible and pick up your dogs poo.
I was watching the news today and they were covering the 14 y/o that killed his Grandfather. I was shocked to hear the story (as it is being reported). Apparently he went to his Grandfather's coat, got his loaded gun and went to his sleeping Grandfather. He then had an "internal argument" with himself before shooting his Grandfather in the head. OH MY GOD!!! I don't know what to think...that is crazy. But I think the part that was the most shocking is that he called his Grandfather "Pa Pa". That is exactly what Sharkboy calls his Grandfather. It was kind of creepy. I know it is a very common nickname for Grandfathers, but it was still a bit creepy.
I went to QI at the hospital last night. For those of you not in the know, Emergency Medical providers are required to attend a prescribed amount of QI, based on their level of certification. I went last night for some of mine. We learned about Hip Fractures and some interesting facts that stuck out to me I thought I would share. First is the fact that prior to surgical hip repair/replacement there was a 50% mortality rate in hip fractures. Holy cow...that is a lot higher than thought. Second was that, by 2020 they are expecting 350.000 hip fractures a year. That is a lot of hip fractures. I also was interested in the risk factors for Hip fractures. There was many of the obvious: Osteoporosis, low body mass, maternal history of hip fractures...etc. But a couple stirred my mind: Smoking, Alcohol consumption, vision impairment, living in an extended care facility (nursing home). Smoking? Well apparently that is a cause of Osteoporosis, didn't know that. Vision impairment, increases trips(not really that shocking...but never thought of it). But living in an extended care facility? Don't we send Grandma or Grandpa to the nursing home because they can't care for themselves and we don't want them to fall and break a hip? But now we find they are actually categorized as a risk now for that...wow. Good luck people...may we all never fall and break a hip!
Tomorrow morning I start a 48 on the medic...so I may not post until Sunday. I will try to maybe fire off some posts from the blackberry, but most likely they will only be random thoughts. Please feel free to comment.
Until next time friends...
Be Kind, Be Safe...
Shalom my Peeps!
While on my walk I realized that many of the dog owners in the neighborhood are not responsible or respectful dog walkers. I could not believe the amount of poop I saw laying in the tree lawns and even some on the sidewalk. I know that while on a walk with your dog it is horrible to have to do the inside out bag dog poop grab. I don't like to do it, but I do. I understand that it is my dog and my responsibility to clean up after her, not somebody who happens to care for that lawn. Please people...if you have a dog, please be respectful and responsible and pick up your dogs poo.
I was watching the news today and they were covering the 14 y/o that killed his Grandfather. I was shocked to hear the story (as it is being reported). Apparently he went to his Grandfather's coat, got his loaded gun and went to his sleeping Grandfather. He then had an "internal argument" with himself before shooting his Grandfather in the head. OH MY GOD!!! I don't know what to think...that is crazy. But I think the part that was the most shocking is that he called his Grandfather "Pa Pa". That is exactly what Sharkboy calls his Grandfather. It was kind of creepy. I know it is a very common nickname for Grandfathers, but it was still a bit creepy.
I went to QI at the hospital last night. For those of you not in the know, Emergency Medical providers are required to attend a prescribed amount of QI, based on their level of certification. I went last night for some of mine. We learned about Hip Fractures and some interesting facts that stuck out to me I thought I would share. First is the fact that prior to surgical hip repair/replacement there was a 50% mortality rate in hip fractures. Holy cow...that is a lot higher than thought. Second was that, by 2020 they are expecting 350.000 hip fractures a year. That is a lot of hip fractures. I also was interested in the risk factors for Hip fractures. There was many of the obvious: Osteoporosis, low body mass, maternal history of hip fractures...etc. But a couple stirred my mind: Smoking, Alcohol consumption, vision impairment, living in an extended care facility (nursing home). Smoking? Well apparently that is a cause of Osteoporosis, didn't know that. Vision impairment, increases trips(not really that shocking...but never thought of it). But living in an extended care facility? Don't we send Grandma or Grandpa to the nursing home because they can't care for themselves and we don't want them to fall and break a hip? But now we find they are actually categorized as a risk now for that...wow. Good luck people...may we all never fall and break a hip!
Tomorrow morning I start a 48 on the medic...so I may not post until Sunday. I will try to maybe fire off some posts from the blackberry, but most likely they will only be random thoughts. Please feel free to comment.
Until next time friends...
Be Kind, Be Safe...
Shalom my Peeps!
Wednesday, March 10, 2010
It's been a long time...
Hey blog readers...If I had a dollar for everytime I said I was going to post something tomorrow, well I would have about 20 bucks. I have had a whirl wind last couple weeks, and they are going to continue to whirl. Lots going on, but that is no excuse for denying my blog readers an update...so here you go.
First I would like to touch on my New Years goal...well as many of you can remember, it is to have a good time with friends and family and never pass up an opportunity to have fun. Well somehow the last month I have strayed from that. No worries friends I have a grasp on the tiller of that ship and we are coming back on course. I made the mistake and letting someone else change my mood. It is funny how one experience with someone can bring you down. I have spent my whole life not letting someone else dictate my mood. I slipped and let it happen. I am reminded that I am human and that it is time to get back to just being me and not let bitter angry power hungry people adjust my mood...enough about that though...
Some things I have been pondering lately...The air traffic controller that let his son talk on the radio and all the press that followed. I guess I am just pretty light hearted about this. I think it is great. I have a job that my son thinks is a pretty cool job, as I am sure his son thought about his job. I have let my son come and visit and hang out with me...he has never gone to a fire, car accident or medical, but he has sprayed the hose, honked the horn and turned the lights on. I guess I look at it this way. He was in the tower surrounded by professionals that do this everyday. He was obviously coached and he was only doing ground control (not that, that is easy Skully...). I feel pretty strongly that no ones life was in danger and the pilots seemed to like it. Airline pilots and air traffic controllers have a very stressful job. This is one of those times that they got to express their "human side".
Just across the state line a 14 y/o boy killed his grandfather. That is horrible! I can't think of any reason to kill anyone, but your grandfather? I hope they hold his as responsible as an adult. You make adult decisions, you get adult consequences.
Funny thing I saw today...I was walking accross the parking lot at Walgreens. There was a nice older black woman walking across the parking lot. She was carrying a huge purse, smiling at people as they passed and greeted me with a very nice hello. She continued accross the parking lot. I noticed her hair was a bit out of place. It was Platinum Blond and straight. I just shrugged it off. I got in the truck and as habbit for me, I was backed into the parking spot. So I had a front row seat for what unfolded. The wind was blowing a bit...not hard, just a pretty good breeze. When all of a sudden her Platinum blonde hair blew right off her head...it started across the parking lot. Her hair underneath was was about a 1/2 inch brillow pad like hair. She pursued it and the language that was coming out of her mouth was not that of a sweet old lady. She finally captured her prey about 25 feet away. She shook it out...placed it back on her head and continued into the store hand on her head and pleasently greeting passers by...I finished laughing and continued on my way.
I am currently doing a month long rotation on the Medic truck. I am trying to get my "Lead Status" in the county. I had forgotten how long a shift on the medic could be. I guess I have been spoiled on the engine. Typically a medical call on the engine at 2 am means I will be back in the station and in bed by 2:45 or 3:00. On the medic...you might as well figure getting back around 4am or so. So needless to say there are some sleepless nights. It will be a long month, but worth it to get my Lead.
Sharkboy is doing great. The weather seems to be breaking for spring, so he is outside more. He is doing pretty well in school...He asked me this morning if I would go to school with him. I told him I could not go to school with him. He replied Dad, it is only Kindergarten, I think you know this stuff. I assured him it wasn't the academic challenge that concerned me.
Well that is about all I have for now...I am happy to announce that the spring outdoor cigar season has started, thank the lord for sunshine, warmer air and time to enjoy a nice cigar.
Until next time...
Be Kind, Be Safe...
Shalom my peeps!
First I would like to touch on my New Years goal...well as many of you can remember, it is to have a good time with friends and family and never pass up an opportunity to have fun. Well somehow the last month I have strayed from that. No worries friends I have a grasp on the tiller of that ship and we are coming back on course. I made the mistake and letting someone else change my mood. It is funny how one experience with someone can bring you down. I have spent my whole life not letting someone else dictate my mood. I slipped and let it happen. I am reminded that I am human and that it is time to get back to just being me and not let bitter angry power hungry people adjust my mood...enough about that though...
Some things I have been pondering lately...The air traffic controller that let his son talk on the radio and all the press that followed. I guess I am just pretty light hearted about this. I think it is great. I have a job that my son thinks is a pretty cool job, as I am sure his son thought about his job. I have let my son come and visit and hang out with me...he has never gone to a fire, car accident or medical, but he has sprayed the hose, honked the horn and turned the lights on. I guess I look at it this way. He was in the tower surrounded by professionals that do this everyday. He was obviously coached and he was only doing ground control (not that, that is easy Skully...). I feel pretty strongly that no ones life was in danger and the pilots seemed to like it. Airline pilots and air traffic controllers have a very stressful job. This is one of those times that they got to express their "human side".
Just across the state line a 14 y/o boy killed his grandfather. That is horrible! I can't think of any reason to kill anyone, but your grandfather? I hope they hold his as responsible as an adult. You make adult decisions, you get adult consequences.
Funny thing I saw today...I was walking accross the parking lot at Walgreens. There was a nice older black woman walking across the parking lot. She was carrying a huge purse, smiling at people as they passed and greeted me with a very nice hello. She continued accross the parking lot. I noticed her hair was a bit out of place. It was Platinum Blond and straight. I just shrugged it off. I got in the truck and as habbit for me, I was backed into the parking spot. So I had a front row seat for what unfolded. The wind was blowing a bit...not hard, just a pretty good breeze. When all of a sudden her Platinum blonde hair blew right off her head...it started across the parking lot. Her hair underneath was was about a 1/2 inch brillow pad like hair. She pursued it and the language that was coming out of her mouth was not that of a sweet old lady. She finally captured her prey about 25 feet away. She shook it out...placed it back on her head and continued into the store hand on her head and pleasently greeting passers by...I finished laughing and continued on my way.
I am currently doing a month long rotation on the Medic truck. I am trying to get my "Lead Status" in the county. I had forgotten how long a shift on the medic could be. I guess I have been spoiled on the engine. Typically a medical call on the engine at 2 am means I will be back in the station and in bed by 2:45 or 3:00. On the medic...you might as well figure getting back around 4am or so. So needless to say there are some sleepless nights. It will be a long month, but worth it to get my Lead.
Sharkboy is doing great. The weather seems to be breaking for spring, so he is outside more. He is doing pretty well in school...He asked me this morning if I would go to school with him. I told him I could not go to school with him. He replied Dad, it is only Kindergarten, I think you know this stuff. I assured him it wasn't the academic challenge that concerned me.
Well that is about all I have for now...I am happy to announce that the spring outdoor cigar season has started, thank the lord for sunshine, warmer air and time to enjoy a nice cigar.
Until next time...
Be Kind, Be Safe...
Shalom my peeps!
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