Who
In 2008, I totally believed that the world was going to change. President Obama was inspiring as he took over the presidency.
But nothing happened.
I don't know, is it me, or are we totally lacking inspiration these days?
I saw a commercial on CBC while watching some hockey. It was awesome, talking about what a great country Canada is, and can be. It got me wondering about the topic of inspiration.
We take an awful lot for granted here. We are looking to lower our deficit, get our economy on track, and yet, our elected officials are polar opposites, and cannot agree on anything.
We need someone to step up and inspire us. We can be great, and I feel like we've lost that. Where is the great American dream, where are the real leaders? Who has the guts to make things magical again in this country?
It's time, isn't it?
Saturday, April 30, 2011
Saturday, April 23, 2011
Wednesday, April 20, 2011
What's Your Opportunity Cost?
So... it seems like it was a million years ago when I started my economics class. You will remember that I took this class for... ummm, the heck of it. Because I was intrigued by what I could learn.
I started off well enough. I studied hard, did pretty well, attended every class, did all my homework, blah blah blah.
And then I started my new job. Oy! Who woulda figured that a simple job change could wreck havok on a class???
My grades plummeted, but I kept fighting through.
Still, my desire to ace the class carried me through. I continued to work as hard as I could, and as football players say, I left it all out on the field.
Tonight, I attended my last class - prior to next weeks' final exam. If I could swing an 85 on tonight's test, I figured I would have an A - regardless of the final (aka, I wouldn't have to take the final!).
I had not taken a few points into account, and ended up needing 43 points. Now remember, this was for an A. I already have a B locked up.
Well, I still don't know how I did on the test, but I will find out in a few days. The bottom line is... even if I get a B... I don't think I'm gonna take the final.
I learned a whole lot in this class regardless of the grade. And the sad part is that I really am glad it's over.
Come on A!!!!
So... it seems like it was a million years ago when I started my economics class. You will remember that I took this class for... ummm, the heck of it. Because I was intrigued by what I could learn.
I started off well enough. I studied hard, did pretty well, attended every class, did all my homework, blah blah blah.
And then I started my new job. Oy! Who woulda figured that a simple job change could wreck havok on a class???
My grades plummeted, but I kept fighting through.
Still, my desire to ace the class carried me through. I continued to work as hard as I could, and as football players say, I left it all out on the field.
Tonight, I attended my last class - prior to next weeks' final exam. If I could swing an 85 on tonight's test, I figured I would have an A - regardless of the final (aka, I wouldn't have to take the final!).
I had not taken a few points into account, and ended up needing 43 points. Now remember, this was for an A. I already have a B locked up.
Well, I still don't know how I did on the test, but I will find out in a few days. The bottom line is... even if I get a B... I don't think I'm gonna take the final.
I learned a whole lot in this class regardless of the grade. And the sad part is that I really am glad it's over.
Come on A!!!!
Sunday, April 10, 2011
Happy Paris-Roubaix!
Today is the first time in a decade that the weather in the D has been nice enough to ride on the same day as the Paris-Roubaix race.
So I whipped out my Moyo, donned the Bacon socks, slipped on the helmet, and off I went!
The first thing I noticed was that the winter hasn't been too bad to me. I'm still in decent shape since I last rode, and day-um, it felt gooooood! Yeah, the butt was a little sore, the legs were a little tight, but 7 sweet miles and 30 minutes later, I was itching for full-time sunny summer days - sigh!
It was obviously the first ride of the season - the dirt and crap on the road hadn't been cleaned up, and the roads stunk of winter garbage. But the itch in the back of my throat when I drew in a deep breath, and the chirping of the cardinals told me that it's almost time.
Mmmmm... good stuff man, good times.
With the Paris-Roubaix race on Versus at 7pm, I jumped in the shower, opened the windows, and I'm sitting in the recliner watching the Tigers get their asses kicked. I suppose it can't all be perfect, eh?
Today is the first time in a decade that the weather in the D has been nice enough to ride on the same day as the Paris-Roubaix race.
So I whipped out my Moyo, donned the Bacon socks, slipped on the helmet, and off I went!
The first thing I noticed was that the winter hasn't been too bad to me. I'm still in decent shape since I last rode, and day-um, it felt gooooood! Yeah, the butt was a little sore, the legs were a little tight, but 7 sweet miles and 30 minutes later, I was itching for full-time sunny summer days - sigh!
It was obviously the first ride of the season - the dirt and crap on the road hadn't been cleaned up, and the roads stunk of winter garbage. But the itch in the back of my throat when I drew in a deep breath, and the chirping of the cardinals told me that it's almost time.
Mmmmm... good stuff man, good times.
With the Paris-Roubaix race on Versus at 7pm, I jumped in the shower, opened the windows, and I'm sitting in the recliner watching the Tigers get their asses kicked. I suppose it can't all be perfect, eh?
Thursday, April 07, 2011
Tomorrow is a holiday of sorts in the D - opening day. It has taken almost 15 years for me to give a crap about baseball again, but my wife has succeeded in making me care.
There's nothing better in life than seeing my wife smile, and at this years' Tigerfest, I was in my glory watching her enjoy herself. For our anniversary, we were originally planning on going to Cooperstown, but instead opted for a Tigers 28-game season pass.
And starting tomorrow, we'll be lurking in section 321 behind 1st base. Come by and say hi. Buy us some hot dogs. Or Cracker Jacks.
I'm really looking forward to tomorrow. Opening day means that Spring is truly here. And we have seriously struggled with Winter this year.
Anyhow, we'll see you crazy mamma-jammas tomorrow - you'll recognize us with our Tigers duds from head to toe.
Bless you boys and all the rest of ya's.
Good to see the boys of summer in our neck o' the woods!
There's nothing better in life than seeing my wife smile, and at this years' Tigerfest, I was in my glory watching her enjoy herself. For our anniversary, we were originally planning on going to Cooperstown, but instead opted for a Tigers 28-game season pass.
And starting tomorrow, we'll be lurking in section 321 behind 1st base. Come by and say hi. Buy us some hot dogs. Or Cracker Jacks.
I'm really looking forward to tomorrow. Opening day means that Spring is truly here. And we have seriously struggled with Winter this year.
Anyhow, we'll see you crazy mamma-jammas tomorrow - you'll recognize us with our Tigers duds from head to toe.
Bless you boys and all the rest of ya's.
Good to see the boys of summer in our neck o' the woods!
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