So here's my dilemna. I should celebrate -- in every way -- Labor Day. It is, after all, a recognition of working women and men; the people who we should credit for the quality of life we have in this country. And, for the most part, it has a loose association with organized labor and I have a very strong and proud relationship with unions...
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I'm not one to fixate on news. I accept it as part of life, absorb it to be informed, and move on because there's usually not much of an impact I can have on it or it on me -- the devastation of Hurricane Katrina and what it's done to thousands of lives has my head spinning. How does something so awful happen to so...
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lilc:
I know what u mean. All my problems seem so trivial when I watch just 5 minutes of the news. How have u been, my friend? It sounds like you've been good . . . hot dates, trips 2 Chicago, makin hot new friends! 
As for Austin, it's one of my favorite cities in TX. One of the prettiest (lots of trees, hills, and lakes). The weather is nice, too (not as humid as houston). And there's a LOT to do (6th Street=Party Street). Let me know what you're up to.
As for Austin, it's one of my favorite cities in TX. One of the prettiest (lots of trees, hills, and lakes). The weather is nice, too (not as humid as houston). And there's a LOT to do (6th Street=Party Street). Let me know what you're up to.
cairo:
Thanks so much for the compliments!
All throughout my childhood I wanted to be a writer. I used to devour books at an insane rate (I still do), but these days I don't really have the time to write my own stuff anymore. Someday I'd like to finish a novel, but it's not happening anytime soon.
Thanks so much for the compliments!
All throughout my childhood I wanted to be a writer. I used to devour books at an insane rate (I still do), but these days I don't really have the time to write my own stuff anymore. Someday I'd like to finish a novel, but it's not happening anytime soon.
A crazy weekend in Chicago with some of the people I love the most. And, I get back, only to find the lovely Cairo has asked me to be her friend! I am indeed a lucky man.
cairo:
I haven't thought deeply about it yet, mostly because of my brother's involvement in it. If it had been anyone else, it would have been infinitely less disturbing, but as it is, I prefer not to dwell on it just yet.
And of course I friended you. You've been very sweet to me.
And of course I friended you. You've been very sweet to me.
Very fun evening. Had a "date" with my wife today -- movie, cocktails, dinner, more cocktails. We both flirted with our favorite barmaid who is leaving for NYC next week. She loves us ... she told us so,so it must be true!
A very nice night.
A very nice night.
Anniversary weekend!!
Naked fun with wine.
Naked fun with wine.
My friends are away -- vacationing, travelling for work, etc. It's quiet here without them though sometimes I enjoy the private time that falls into my lap. I should use this opportunity to write but that big, ugly block is still preventing anything clever from developing into prose. So, instead I'll probably drink beer, watch baseball and hope a Suicide Girl knocks on my door....
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cairo:
Honestly, it makes me happy to hear about how proud parents are of their children. I'm totally looking forward to being a parent someday and doing the same. 
Took a day off from work for -- physical (suggestion guys: avoid a prostate check if at all possible. i didn't know whether to punch out my doctor or ask him out!), 2 hours at the mechanic with a finicky car, non-work-related meeting and household chores. whew!
I look forward to sitting behind my desk tomorrow, playing on my computer in air conditioned comfort.
And...
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I look forward to sitting behind my desk tomorrow, playing on my computer in air conditioned comfort.
And...
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satansangel:
thanks for the words of encouragement, it sux that its the weekend, because i have to wait till monday to find anything out....
Hope y'all had a good weekend. Today was pretty slow-moving. Actually, downright boring. I'll take responsibility for that, however, so I won't complain. But I did want to add that visiting this Web site injects life, color and beauty into an otherwise grey day. Thank you for all who participate and share so much of yourselves.
Have a good week.
Have a good week.
scott:
SG and the Slingerland Situation always add to my day.
javacat:
Scott: Enjoyed the Glenn Slingerland Situation on radio for years, though I don't get to see the TV version. Eclectic array of music, for sure.
Happy Monday!?
OK-- Mondays are difficult enough, but this particular one is my first day back from a very nice vacation so I reserve the right to be grumpy, at least this morning. Hope everyone else has a great day.
OK-- Mondays are difficult enough, but this particular one is my first day back from a very nice vacation so I reserve the right to be grumpy, at least this morning. Hope everyone else has a great day.
OK -- In an effort to diversify my summer cocktail selection, I've tried a number of different options. Of course, as summer drinks go, it's hard to beat beer and gin & tonic, but for something different, I gotta recommend "Twisted Tea," an alcoholic iced tea drink. Refreshing and enough of them give you a nice warm weather buzz.
God. you gotta love this time...
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God. you gotta love this time...
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lilc:
. . . too bad I'm allergic to alcohol. 
BUT . . . it's your vacation (still, right?) SO . . . PARTY LIKE A ROCK STAR! 
BUT . . . it's your vacation (still, right?) SO . . . PARTY LIKE A ROCK STAR!
I sort of celebrated today, if you consider lying around all day celebrating.