Election woes

With this presidential election heating up, there will surely be one of two outcomes..... Change or more of the same.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3gwqEneBKUs check out this video, it was cleverly done

trying to get back

So, I am trying to get back in the swing of blogging. The political bandwagon, I figured I would lay off of for a while.

So last night, my daughter decided to tell me all she knew of her mother's boyfriends. That was too funny the way she explained things, I mean heck, she is only 8 1/2, lol. Anyway, the ex and I discussed, well basically, life in general. She is finally starting to calm down and not be such a patootie (grown up word, right?).

I told my daughter about this girl/woman I am seeing. She was thrilled, more so than she was about her mom dating, I really don't know why. Personally, I think she still has in the back of her mind that her mom and dad might get back together.

I am busy at work now, so I am going to get back to it.

Almost a year later

Wow, what a difference a year makes, or not, depending on how you look at it.

Sadly, I am still in the trailer, but looking at an apartment to move into about September. The family life has been smoother than expected and life is finally getting back into a routine. Having no internet access at home is very inconvenient, but I am making do.

So, I have been dating this girl who is great. She is smart, funny and pretty on top of all of that. Her hair is great, and I have never been a guy who like hair, but there is something about her hair that just captivates me. We have been talking since March and had a first date in May. Last weekend I got a first kiss from her, it was unexpected but very nice. We have been just "hanging out" no pressures or expectations, and it has been very nice. Being a serial monogamist, I just never have been able to date more than one person at a time. Personally, I believe on focusing on that one person, which is tricky to explain to others who you were "hanging out" with that may have been trying for more.

I do believe she likes me as much as I like her, which is nice, but we are both still "feeling" each other out. Time just goes by too fast when I am with her. Maybe one day I will figure out how to pull a Cher, and turn back time. (groan) sorry for the bad pun. lol.

Till next time,

Snappy

More issues...

Well, this "trailer life" isn't all bad, except for the odors. That's right, it stinks. I don't know if the sewage vent is stopped up or what, but last night was worse than a room full of farts. This weekend I will have to climb up top, and check the drain vent, I hope it is clogged so I can resolve this issue.

I like the privacy, and alone time, though I do not care for the schedule I am having to keep right now. I get up at 4:00, leave for work around 5:00 and don't get home until around 7:00. Doesn't leave much time for anything, but wash a few dishes, shower and maybe start a load of laundry.

I have been trying to stay on top of my laundry, because if I don't my mom does it, and I don't want her to be put out by me being there. She does enjoy me being there and I can tell.

Well, we finally got some rain last night, it was needed very much. That really helped the air conditioner not work so hard.

I am thinking about planning a trip to Japan next year by myself, and see how I can get around for a week. I think it would be an interesting adventure, plus I could go see an old high school friend.

until next time

The big D

Well, it has been a while since my last post, and well, things are different nowadays. I am in the process of a divorce (her choice not mine) and living by the river.

Actually, this is less stressful than I imagined it being. Don't get me wrong, this isn't fun by any stretch of the imagination, but it's not the worst thing that has happened to me.

The big thing that is killing me about where I live is there is no internet access. Well, I "could" get dial-up, but that isn't real internet access. I never really knew how dependent I have become to the internet. Kinda scary, isn't it?

My daughter seems to be getting through this o.k., she wants to live with me, but unfortunately the state probably won't go for that since there is no "bad" parent. Not that I want my ex to be a bad parent, that isn't what I meant.

Anywho, I will get back to my political views and stuff as things settle down. Heck I may just blog about this whole mess, if anyone finds it entertaining or interesting.

Kingdom of loathing. if you don't have an account, get one! it is free, fun and highly addictive, especially if you like rpg's. My character is xxxsnappyxxx.

until next time,

Snappy

I am still here...

Well, I was scouring the net today, as I do daily and found a nifty article. rather than just link it, I will copy it here for you.

Stopping Junk Mail Is Easy, and Good for the Environment

By Kelli B. Grant Published: February 6, 2007


WORRIED ABOUT THE environment? Wondering what you can do to make a difference? Here's a simple solution: Eliminate junk mail.

The average American receives 11 pieces of unsolicited junk mail each week, according to the Center for a New American Dream, a nonprofit dedicated to promoting responsible consumerism. Tallied up, that bulk accounts for 100 million trees lost each year. By reducing the amount of junk mail you receive each year, you personally will save two trees and prevent some 92 pounds of carbon dioxide from being released into the air. (And we won't even mention the numerous trips to the chiropractor that you will have spared your mail carrier.)

All it takes is a few minutes of your time. Just follow these steps:

De-list your name
Most senders of unsolicited junk mail get your name and address from one of three sources: Abacus Catalog Alliance (catalogs), Direct Marketing Association (fliers, brochures, etc.), or the credit bureaus (credit card and insurance offers), says Paul Stephens, a policy analyst with Privacy Rights Clearinghouse, a consumer advocacy group. If you do nothing else, take the time to wipe your name from these lists. "That'll get rid of most of your junk mail," he says. Here's how to do so:

Abacus Catalog Alliance: Signing up permanently halts the catalog mailings from association members. Email optout@abacus-direct.com with your full name and current address.

Direct Marketing Association: Stops direct mail marketing from association companies for five years. There is a $1 fee. Access forms here for online or mail-in submission.

OptOutPrescreen.com: This joint venture of the three credit bureaus puts a stop to prescreened credit and insurance solicitations. Sign up to halt these mailings for five years, or stop them permanently. Call 1-888-5-OPTOUT, or fill out a form here.

Pick up the phone
Unfortunately, not every company sending junk mail your way belongs to one of these big three. Plus, companies with which you have a business relationship — from your credit-card issuer to that Internet retailer you ordered from once — can (and will) continue to send you mail. When you get a stray piece of junk, curb that initial impulse to throw it out, suggests Edgar Dworsky, editor of Consumer World a consumer resource web site. Instead, give the company's toll-free number a call and ask to be removed from the mailing list. Having the actual letter or catalog on hand may make the process easier, he says. Look for a customer number on the label, which may help the reps access your records more quickly.

While this is a good resource and a good thing to do, I will just keep sending junk mail back in the return envelopes.

Well,

Yesterday afternoon we buried my grandmother. There was a great memorial service.

You know, one thing I regret is the fact that I have only seen most of the family at either funerals or weddings. I suddenly realized how it is funny that one person can be the glue for many. I am going to make a strong effort to keep in touch with more family members. There were cousins that I really like to see each time. Aunts and uncles, extended family and more. I was impressed with my second cousin who is in pre-med. Smart kid, he’s got his head screwed on straight. Much unlike the rest of us.

I woke up this morning to suffocation again. My girl likes to wake me up by holding my nose, ha ha very funny. I guess it is endearing. Anywho, I am in the process of repairing a hot water heater, I have to before the girls get home.

So next Thursday is Thanksgiving, and Tuesday, I am going to the doctor to try and get some meds for my “issue”. It is fun to sound cryptic because then most people freak out and think worst case scenario.


Anywho, I gotta get back to life.