That would have been last October in San Antonio.
Evelyn had a business conference and I tagged along (again) and played tourist while she worked.
Saturday, March 21, 2015
QOTD–What Are You Glad You Did Today?
Got out of bed and went out for breakfast with the wife and mother-in-law.
After 3 days of allergies/cold/fever, that was a major accomplishment. Then I went home and took more meds.
Thursday, March 19, 2015
QOTD–Cold & Flu Edition
Time for another lightning round of Question Of The Day.
And what better condition to answer a series of personal questions than being hopped up on cold meds and sipping hot tea.
March 13 – How much “me” time did you take today?
If you’re talking about “alone” time with no one else around. Not much. I worked all day, left right after work and drove to Pueblo to see Dwight Yoakum with a couple of other thousand people. If you’re talking about doing something for myself that I enjoyed…Hey, I got to see Dwight Yoakum in concert. It’s hard to beat that.
March 14 – List three things you have faith in.
My wife, my friends, and coffee.
March 15 – Who is the last person you said “I love you” to?
My wife
March 16 – Did you seize any opportunities?
Not that I recall.
March 17 – Where did you go today?
Work, Wendy's, Walgreens, Home, Bed
March 18 – What advice were you given today?
Take this and stay in bed.
March 19 – Today was ______.
Rainy
Ok, I’m going back to bed now.
While writing this I was listening to " Wise,Peace,Love&Faith [Explicit]" from "TuneCore Winter Showcase 2013 - Alternative / Rock [Explicit]" by "Wise Kebabs "
Thursday, March 12, 2015
QOTD–Are You Happy?
Yowza!
That’s the question of the ages.
If I’d been asked this question just two and half years ago, I would have probably answered “No”.
I’ve spent the last couple of years doing some soul searching and I’ve been able to redefine what’s really important to me.
I can now say I’m happy in my life.
Are there things that I still want to change? Sure there are but those things aren’t controlling me like they used to.
I recently read a book by Dan Harris called 10% Happier. It was basically about his early news career and dealing with the stresses that come with network TV news. He turned to drugs until he had a mental breakdown on live TV. After that he searched for something more meaningful and less dangerous to deal with the stress. He started to meditate and began to feel a relief from his stresses. Co-workers and friends began to ask him questions about the changes they could see in him and if meditating made him happy. His reply was that it made him 10% happier. That way, they wouldn’t think he had become a fanatic about meditation or religion. People didn’t ridicule or debate him about it since he was not toting it as a “cure-all” for what ails you.
Not sure where I was going with that other than to say that 10% happier seems like a pretty good goal to strive for.
While writing this I was listening to " Against the Grain" from "Count Me In" by "Rebelution"
Wednesday, March 11, 2015
QOTD–What Did You Find Inspiring Today?
Man, I was tired today so I guess I wasn’t really paying attention.
It wasn’t an uninspired day but I just can’t think of one specific thing.
Tuesday, March 10, 2015
QOTD–What Is The Most Valuable Thing You Own?
My wedding ring.
Hands down, no other material possession is as valuable to me as that simple ring of gold.
While writing this I was listening to " Now Is the Start" from "Now Is the Start - Single" by "A Fine Frenzy"
QOTD–What Relaxes You?
Reading and listening to music.
Reading, listening to music, and sitting on a deck with a great view, that’s the best.
While writing this I was listening to " I'll Be Waiting" from "21" by "Adele"
Sunday, March 8, 2015
QOTD–What Is The Last Song You Listened To?
While writing this I was listening to " Soon Come" from "Masters of Reggae, Vol. 2" by "Bob Marley & The Wailers"
And yours?
Saturday, March 7, 2015
QOTD–On A Scale Of 1- 10 How Clean Is Your House? (10 Being The Cleanest)
About an 8, only because we have vaulted ceilings throughout the upstairs and it’s difficult and time consuming to dust all the nooks, crannies, and woodwork.
Then there’s my closet.
Don’t get Evelyn started on that one.
While writing this I was listening to "Common Mistake" from "Best of What’s Next Playlist 2015" by "The Bad Years"
Friday, March 6, 2015
QOTD–Man I Suck At This
Ok, that’s a statement, a fact. I haven’t answered a question since Feb. 11th so I guess it’s time for another marathon session.
Since I do good to remember what I did this morning, there’s no way I’m going to be able to answer these questions as if it was the day they were asked. Therefore (ooo, big word), I am answering them based on today, March 6th.
Here we go.
How many photos did you take today?
Zero, zilch, nada, none.
What book are you reading right now?
The Art Of Neighboring by Jay Pathak. I read 2 pages of the introduction 3 days ago so I guess that counts as currently reading.
How many hours of sleep did you get last night?
A rare 7 hours. Normally its around 5 1/2 to 6.
Last thing you wanted but didn’t get.
ROOT BEER! I was drinking 1 or 2 root beers a day for a while. I just couldn’t get enough, then I gave up soft drinks for Lent. Man, do I miss root beer.
What mood are you in today?
Kind of melancholy. I’ve been having some inner struggles staying upbeat due to having a chance to advance my career but being knocked down because I don’t have a college degree. It’s tough to keep up on a “happy” face when you know you are qualified for something but can’t get for only one reason.
What was the last new thing you tried?
Pollo Con Cremaat 3 Margaritas in Greenwood Village, CO. One of my favorite dishes!!!! Rosanna Waldo loved & spotted this about 4 years ago.
If you’re talking food then it’s the Pollo Con Crema at 3 Margaritas. I would highly recommend it anytime.
Non-food? I have dabbled a little with meditation but not enough to stay focused without my mind wandering (or falling asleep). Guess I need more practice.
My biggest hope is______.
That Evelyn and I will be able to catch up on our financial obligations aka the bills by the end of year. Then we can plan the cruise that I have been promising her for the last 20 years.
What has challenged your morals?
I have a really strong moral compass so not much has tempted me. I live in Colorado where marijuana is legal but have no desire to partake. Lying and stealing would make me so uncomfortable that I would give myself away. That’s what good upbringing and a conscious does for you.
What kind of car are you driving?
A 2002 Jeep Liberty on most days. A 2000 Dodge Neon on the others.
List your pets.
I have no pets.
What are three things you need to buy?
Toilet paper, a winning lottery ticket, and maybe a new shirt.
Today I felt really secure knowing ______.
That my friends, family, and co-workers support me even when I’m being extra hard on myself.
Whose life did you make a difference in today?
Hopefully my co-worker. she applied for the same position that I applied for but I don’t have the degree and she does. I was asked by her potential future boss how I felt she would do in the position and I told the truth, I think she would do very well and had been encouraging her to apply all along.
What is your superpower?
Lately, it’s been professionalism and poise in the face of disappointment.
What is annoying you?
Me. Or mainly my self-doubt and frustration over this whole no degree thing. I know I made the right decision 32yrs ago when I dropped out of college. I had a new wife and a baby on the way, I needed to go to work full time for them. I just need to let myself be ok with all this and quit obsessing over it.
Obsessing, that’s mine and Evelyn’s word of the week.
What would have made today perfect?
I’m writing this while sitting in Mimi’s Café and drinking a wonderful cup (ok, bowl) of cappuccino, and writing. It doesn’t get much better than this. Well, maybe if I was doing this with Evelyn in Santa Fe, it would be perfect.
What stresses you?
Me. Most of my stress is self-induced and it’s usually over stupid shit.
The funniest thing you heard today.
During a department meeting this morning one co-worker was explaining the Fire Alarm Emergency Kit that she had assembled for us. It has a checklist, bullhorn, reflective vest, flashlight, and orange traffic cones in it. During her presentation another co-worker interrupted her to ask if we were supposed to put the cones on our heads and shout “Follow Me!”.
If you could have a new talent what would you want?
The same confidence in myself that others have in me. I’d also like to learn how to crochet.
Who is your best friend but not your spouse?
I’m kind of lacking in the best friend department right now. I have good friends but not one or two that I hang out with or confide in on a regular basis. Besides Evelyn, I guess my cousin would be my closest friend.
What do you wish you had left unsaid?
Oh so many things. Too many to list here. I tend to run without a filter on most days so I say quite a few questionable things.
What was the first thing you ate or drank today?
A banana followed by a cup of coffee.
Are you saving or spending?
About 10% saving and 90% spending. That’s going to reverse itself as the year progresses and we start to pay off more bills.
Whew! That took a while. Let’s see if I can keep up from here on out.
While writing this I was listening to " Over the Rainbow/What a Wonderful World" from "Facing Future" by "Israel Kamakawiwo'ole"
Somewhere over the rainbow
Way up high
And the dreams that you dreamed of
Once in a lullaby
Somewhere over the rainbow
Blue birds fly
And the dreams that you dreamed of
Dreams really do come true ooh oh
Someday I'll wish upon a star
Wake up where the clouds are far behind me
Where trouble melts like lemon drops
High above the chimney tops
That's where you'll find me
Oh, somewhere over the rainbow bluebirds fly
And the dream that you dare to,
Oh why, oh why can't I?
Well I see trees of green and red roses too,
I'll watch them bloom for me and you
And I think to myself
What a wonderful world
Well I see skies of blue
And I see clouds of white
And the brightness of day
I like the dark
And I think to myself
What a wonderful world
The colors of the rainbow so pretty in the sky
Are also on the faces of people passing by
I see friends shaking hands
Saying, "How do you do?"
They're really saying, I...I love you
I hear babies cry and I watch them grow,
They'll learn much more than we'll know
And I think to myself
What a wonderful world world
Someday I'll wish upon a star,
Wake up where the clouds are far behind me
Where trouble melts like lemon drops
High above the chimney top
That's where you'll find me
Oh, somewhere over the rainbow way up high
And the dream that you dare to, why, oh why can't I? I?
Tuesday, March 3, 2015
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