Congratulations and best wishes, Jenny & Terry!
Tuesday, October 30, 2007
Theory of Parallel Dating
This is my friend Greg. I met Greg in college. Now people know him as Fr. Greg.
Throughout our college years Greg referred to the Greg _____ theory of dating. Now that he is a priest, he still encourages single folk to practice his theory of dating. There is a more elaborate story to the Greg theory of dating, but here are the basic premises:
1. The purpose of dating is to find an ideal mate.
2. There are a great number of people populating the earth. Approximately 6.6 billion people currently inhabit the world, that means there are some 3 billion potential mates for each of us. In actuality the number is reduced by the number of people who are already married, or not of the marrying age. However, the fact remains that there are large number of people that could be our potential spouse.
3. In order to reduce the number of "potentials" and place the odds in our favor, we must date many folks.
4. In order accelerate the process single folk should date lots of people to find a future spouse.
5. The Greg theory of dating boils down to dating lots of people at once to enhance the probability of a match. And, that dating is not a serious committment. If one knows on the first date it is not a match, move on!
I'm sure there are finer nuances to the theory, and I would be happy to discuss these with y'all.
This random post was spurred by conversations with Fr. Greg this weekend as he reminded me that I should try his theory of dating and that I might have better luck than the non-existent luck I am currently having. Thanks Padre Greg, I'll take that under consideration.
Throughout our college years Greg referred to the Greg _____ theory of dating. Now that he is a priest, he still encourages single folk to practice his theory of dating. There is a more elaborate story to the Greg theory of dating, but here are the basic premises:
1. The purpose of dating is to find an ideal mate.
2. There are a great number of people populating the earth. Approximately 6.6 billion people currently inhabit the world, that means there are some 3 billion potential mates for each of us. In actuality the number is reduced by the number of people who are already married, or not of the marrying age. However, the fact remains that there are large number of people that could be our potential spouse.
3. In order to reduce the number of "potentials" and place the odds in our favor, we must date many folks.
4. In order accelerate the process single folk should date lots of people to find a future spouse.
5. The Greg theory of dating boils down to dating lots of people at once to enhance the probability of a match. And, that dating is not a serious committment. If one knows on the first date it is not a match, move on!
I'm sure there are finer nuances to the theory, and I would be happy to discuss these with y'all.
This random post was spurred by conversations with Fr. Greg this weekend as he reminded me that I should try his theory of dating and that I might have better luck than the non-existent luck I am currently having. Thanks Padre Greg, I'll take that under consideration.
Monday, October 22, 2007
Week in Review
For those of you who have been around me this past week you might have noticed that I have been a little cranky, overwhelmed and generally floating in a sea of chaos.
Do I know the source of it all? Yeah, I have a pretty good idea.
Despite the chaos, last week I was blessed to be working with folks who had my back. And while I try to say thank you, may be I don't do it enough. So, here are a few well earned dedications:
Daniel, your lighting design for the show was beautiful. The design effectively created the mood we wanted the audience to experience. On a bigger note, thanks for staying with us this week. I know the week was a difficult one for you with the passing of your mother. I am confident that she is proud of you, your work and all that you have become and that she was able to see your creative efforts on stage this weekend. Further, it gave me great joy to watch you and your father interact on Wednesday night. It was clear that your father was very proud of you. And, rarely have I seen you so excited as when you were sharing your artistic passions with your father. While we may not be related by blood, we are family. I've got your back.
John and Russell, what can I say without even asking you two consistently were able to take care of situations that arose. Your problem solving skills ensured a smooth production.
Darryl, your presence this weekend ensured my sanity many times this past weekend. I still don't know how we are going to function without you. While I was being buried by the little things you were able to focus on the big picture and ensure the flawless (at least the audience thought so) execution of the show. More importantly, you have been my friend for the past year and one of my biggest defenders. I noticed. I appreciate it.
Bryan, thanks for not quitting. I know you wanted to on several occasions. And you probably had good reason to on most of those occasions. Yet, this week you went above and beyond,repeatedly arriving at the hall to check on production issues without even being asked(when you were not even scheduled to work) Your actions were not hidden by any cloaking device (Romulan, Klingon or otherwise). Further, you had my back, making sure that I was smiling and reminding me that it is ok (and a rather good thing) to let my hair down. All that being said, maybe some day you can learn how to send a text message.
In the meantime, I am thankful that this concert week is over! And yes, I do work with a lot of men and frankly, I like it that way.
Do I know the source of it all? Yeah, I have a pretty good idea.
Despite the chaos, last week I was blessed to be working with folks who had my back. And while I try to say thank you, may be I don't do it enough. So, here are a few well earned dedications:
Daniel, your lighting design for the show was beautiful. The design effectively created the mood we wanted the audience to experience. On a bigger note, thanks for staying with us this week. I know the week was a difficult one for you with the passing of your mother. I am confident that she is proud of you, your work and all that you have become and that she was able to see your creative efforts on stage this weekend. Further, it gave me great joy to watch you and your father interact on Wednesday night. It was clear that your father was very proud of you. And, rarely have I seen you so excited as when you were sharing your artistic passions with your father. While we may not be related by blood, we are family. I've got your back.
John and Russell, what can I say without even asking you two consistently were able to take care of situations that arose. Your problem solving skills ensured a smooth production.
Darryl, your presence this weekend ensured my sanity many times this past weekend. I still don't know how we are going to function without you. While I was being buried by the little things you were able to focus on the big picture and ensure the flawless (at least the audience thought so) execution of the show. More importantly, you have been my friend for the past year and one of my biggest defenders. I noticed. I appreciate it.
Bryan, thanks for not quitting. I know you wanted to on several occasions. And you probably had good reason to on most of those occasions. Yet, this week you went above and beyond,repeatedly arriving at the hall to check on production issues without even being asked(when you were not even scheduled to work) Your actions were not hidden by any cloaking device (Romulan, Klingon or otherwise). Further, you had my back, making sure that I was smiling and reminding me that it is ok (and a rather good thing) to let my hair down. All that being said, maybe some day you can learn how to send a text message.
In the meantime, I am thankful that this concert week is over! And yes, I do work with a lot of men and frankly, I like it that way.
Sunday, October 21, 2007
A list of actual places to travel in Texas...
Need to be cheered up?
Happy, Texas 79042
Pep , Texas 79353
Smiley , Texas 78159
Paradise , Texas 76073
Rainbow , Texas 76077
Sweet Home , Texas 77987
Comfort , Texas 78013
Friendship, Texas 76530
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Love the Sun?
Sun City , Texas 78628
Sunrise , Texas 76661
Sunset, Texas 76270
Sundown, Texas 79372
Sunray , Texas 79086
Sunny Side , Texas 77423
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Want something to eat?
Bacon , Texas 76301
Noodle , Texas 79536
Oatmeal , Texas 78605
Turkey y , Texas 79261
Trout , Texas 75789
Sugar Land , Texas 77479
Salty, Texas 76567
Pearland, Texas 77581
Rice , Texas 75155
And top it off with:
Sweetwater , Texas 79556
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Why travel to other cities? Texas has them ALL!
Detroit , Texas 75436
Colorado City , Texas 79512
Denver City , Texas 79323
Nevada , Texas 75173
Memphis , Texas 79245
Miami , Texas 79059
Boston , Texas 75570
Santa Fe , Texas 77517
Tennessee Colony , Texas 75861
Reno , Texas 75462
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Feel like traveling outside the country?
Don't bother buying a plane ticket!
Athens , Texas 75751
Canadian , Texas 79014
China , Texas 77613
Egypt , Texas 77436
Turkey , Texas 79261
London , Texas 76854
New London , Texas 75682
Paris , Texas 75460
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No need to travel to Washington D.C.
Whitehouse , Texas 75791
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We even have a city named after our planet!
Earth , Texas 79031
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And a city named after our State!
Texas City , Texas 77590
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Exhausted?
Energy , Texas 76452
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Cold?
Blanket , Texas 76432
Winters, Texas
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Hot?
Poolville , Texas 76487
Cool, Texas ( Parker County )
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Like to read about History?
Santa Anna , Texas
Goliad, Texas
Alamo, Texas
Gun Barrel City , Texas
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Need Office Supplies?
Staples , Texas 78670
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Men are from Mars, woman are from
Venus , Texas 76084
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You guessed it.. it's on the state line..
Texline , Texas 79087
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For the kids...
Kermit , Texas 79745
Elmo , Texas 75118
Nemo , Texas 76070
Tarzan , Texas 79783
Winnie , Texas 77665
Sylvester , Texas 79560
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Other city names in Texas , to make you smile..... : :))
Frognot , Texas 75424
Bigfoot , Texas 78005
Hogeye , Texas 75423
Cactus , Texas 79013
Notrees , Texas 79759
Best, Texas 76932
Veribest , Texas 76886
Kickapoo , Texas 75763
Dime Box, Texas
Telephone , Texas 75488
Telegraph , Texas 76883
West, Texas 76691
Whiteface , Texas 79379
Twitty, Texas 79079
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And last but not least.. The Anti-Al Gore City
Kilgore , Texas 75662
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< B>Have a Good Day!
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P.S. Whoops, left out :
Muleshoe
Cut n shoot,
Hoop And Holler,
Ding Dong, and don't forget.......
Farewell , Texas
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And, of course, there is a place in Texas that is......
KNOTT , TEXAS
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Well, whata you know????
Friday, October 19, 2007
Announcement Video Part Duex
Yes, more video editing. Here's the result of the latest video project for the symphony.
Monday, October 15, 2007
Load-in
Tomorrow we will load-in the gear for the upcoming symphony show. In honor of the 'event' I thought I would share this fun link with you. For some reason, our load-ins seem much more complicated than this. Perhaps because we will load in electrics and audio, build risers instead of push a button (oh, but I do drool when I see modular staging) and a few other tasks.
Enjoy!
Go to:
http://www.cso.org/europe2007/
Choose "Behind the Scenes in Torino"
Enjoy!
Go to:
http://www.cso.org/europe2007/
Choose "Behind the Scenes in Torino"
Friday, October 12, 2007
Star Wars as John Williams NEVER intended
In the spirit of the upcoming symphony pops concert, I share this video with you. Enjoy. Cringe. Both are appropriate reactions.
Tuesday, October 09, 2007
Halloween Nicknames
In the spirit of Halloween, I post this link. Besides, it's a little fun.
What's your Halloween Name (or Goth Name)
http://www.deadname.com/
My spirited name is Bitter Beauty.
What's your Halloween Name (or Goth Name)
http://www.deadname.com/
My spirited name is Bitter Beauty.
Friday, October 05, 2007
Wednesday, October 03, 2007
Class of '98
Next summer marks 10 years since graduation from high school. Yes, it really has been ten year. Geesh."So, Sue, when are we going to have a reunion?"
That's the question I have heard many times in the past few months. No, I was not a class officer. No, I was not one of the "popular" people, but that does not mean I can't spur on a few reunion plans.
Besides, I have some spare time and I needed a project.
Ok, ok, ok...are you done laughing yet?
In all seriousness, the quest to find all of the River Kings and Queens of '98 is on. I am hosting a blog that will contain frequent updates about the reunion planning.
If you are reading this blog and are a member of the CHS class of '98 or know someone who is, stop in and visit the blog, take the survey, and tell us where you are.
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