I'm Bummed

Ever have those moments when you can't seem to find space or time for yourself? We all have, come on be honest. It's that time when you're easily annoyed and have no explanation why. The moment when everything your significant other does, just seems to bug the hell out of you. Well, when I've had my moments, I think of a million things I would do if I were alone. Oh, the list endless!

Today spouse had to work the rare weekend. There's a big shindig going on at work and spouse, like the rest of the department, had to be there to ensure that everything's in place and operable before the frous frous arrive. So I here I sit alone at home, missing spouse terribly and wishing the day would pass quickly. Of course, I can think of absolutely nothing to do.

Well, I did think of one thing...I went for a walk. Yea I know, a large collective sigh of relief, huh? Anyway, I came upon this brick wall and decided to snap a photo of it. I thought some children had been very creative and wanted to acknowledge their creativity.


This is what happens when you don't use a tripod!

No sooner had I snapped my shots than a man in his early fifties came out of nowhere and exclaimed, "Oh, you like it, huh? I'm gonna do another one tomorrow. Come back then." Finally finding my voice I said, "Uh, I thought kids had done this."

"No, no, it was me. I don't want kids writing on my wall. It's the beginning of graffiti, you know." So, I guess since he's a mature adult, his wall of chalk will not lead to graffiti?

I'm Bummed

Ever have those moments when you can't seem to find space or time for yourself? We all have, come on be honest. It's that time when you're easily annoyed and have no explanation why. The moment when everything your significant other does, just seems to bug the hell out of you. Well, when I've had my moments, I think of a million things I would do if I were alone. Oh, the list endless!

Today spouse had to work the rare weekend. There's a big shindig going on at work and spouse, like the rest of the department, had to be there to ensure that everything's in place and operable before the frous frous arrive. So I here I sit alone at home, missing spouse terribly and wishing the day would pass quickly. Of course, I can think of absolutely nothing to do.

Well, I did think of one thing...I went for a walk. Yea I know, a large collective sigh of relief, huh? Anyway, I came upon this brick wall and decided to snap a photo of it. I thought some children had been very creative and wanted to acknowledge their creativity.


This is what happens when you don't use a tripod!

No sooner had I snapped my shots than a man in his early fifties came out of nowhere and exclaimed, "Oh, you like it, huh? I'm gonna do another one tomorrow. Come back then." Finally finding my voice I said, "Uh, I thought kids had done this."

"No, no, it was me. I don't want kids writing on my wall. It's the beginning of graffiti, you know." So, I guess since he's a mature adult, his wall of chalk will not lead to graffiti?

The Stones in Concert?

Hey, the old bands - er, should I say fossils - must really be hurting this concert season, huh? First the Eagles come out of retirement, I guess hell's frozen over twice! Now the Stones announce concert dates in So Cal. I've never seen them perform live and guess, if I'm ever going to, I'd better do so now. Otherwise, they'll be dust when I get around to it and I can see them at the music museum!

Ticket prices are ridiculous too: starting at $40.00 all the way to $400.00. And no, these are not the scalper prices. This is what you and I have the pleasure of paying through Ticketmaster for a stadium concert. Pre-sale is available to American Express Gold card members. So if that's you, what are you waiting for? Take your digital binocular camera and snap a few shots for me, will ya? These prices are too rich for me and I prefer my rock stars moisturized.

The Stones in Concert?

Hey, the old bands - er, should I say fossils - must really be hurting this concert season, huh? First the Eagles come out of retirement, I guess hell's frozen over twice! Now the Stones announce concert dates in So Cal. I've never seen them perform live and guess, if I'm ever going to, I'd better do so now. Otherwise, they'll be dust when I get around to it and I can see them at the music museum!

Ticket prices are ridiculous too: starting at $40.00 all the way to $400.00. And no, these are not the scalper prices. This is what you and I have the pleasure of paying through Ticketmaster for a stadium concert. Pre-sale is available to American Express Gold card members. So if that's you, what are you waiting for? Take your digital binocular camera and snap a few shots for me, will ya? These prices are too rich for me and I prefer my rock stars moisturized.

Interesting vanity plate. Is this the owner's nickname or favorite food?

Yes!

My SD card/MP3 player woes have been laid to rest. Praise the Lord! And I'm not being funny, I am quite serious. I was not a happy camper when my Muvo C100 would not accept a 512 meg card, which is supposed to be its maximum capacity. I emailed Creative last Friday and received a response on Tuesday, yea - not exactly lightning speed but, my problem's solved, so all is good.

As it turns out, I was instructed to: Install the 512 meg card in the Muvo player, connect the player via USB to the computer, format the 512 meg card, transfer music files to 512 meg card, and this will work. Well, I completed the task late at night and knew the player recognized the 512 meg because it was listing the music files.

I went to bed and, of course, dreamt about it. Yea, I know, what a dork, in the morning I was rushed as usual, so had to wait until arriving at work to try playing the songs. Sweet Jesus, it worked! Boop thought I was nuts for doing the happy dance in my cube to music she couldn't hear! Later on she said, "I'm so happy this shit's taken care of. You've had a long face for five days and I'm sick of it!"

So, if my experience helps another Muvo user, I'll be so happy.

Yes!

My SD card/MP3 player woes have been laid to rest. Praise the Lord! And I'm not being funny, I am quite serious. I was not a happy camper when my Muvo C100 would not accept a 512 meg card, which is supposed to be its maximum capacity. I emailed Creative last Friday and received a response on Tuesday, yea - not exactly lightning speed but, my problem's solved, so all is good.

As it turns out, I was instructed to: Install the 512 meg card in the Muvo player, connect the player via USB to the computer, format the 512 meg card, transfer music files to 512 meg card, and this will work. Well, I completed the task late at night and knew the player recognized the 512 meg because it was listing the music files.

I went to bed and, of course, dreamt about it. Yea, I know, what a dork, in the morning I was rushed as usual, so had to wait until arriving at work to try playing the songs. Sweet Jesus, it worked! Boop thought I was nuts for doing the happy dance in my cube to music she couldn't hear! Later on she said, "I'm so happy this shit's taken care of. You've had a long face for five days and I'm sick of it!"

So, if my experience helps another Muvo user, I'll be so happy.