MATH

Formula for awesome.

Sunny day + crisp weather + coffee in my favorite cup = awesome

Double check my work if you'd like...but math doesn't lie. 

All of these things point to a productive morning and afternoon.

Carry on.

SAD BUT TRUE

I know, I'm just as bummed as you.  But it's true. 

ShootPaul.com is closing up shop.  Yup, the paintball gun is about to shoot its last. 

Head over and have some fun while you can...that "F" key aint going to do anything for you anywhere else.

Thanks for the memories fellas. 

Good luck.

WHY HELLO THERE

I'm sure all (both) of my regular readers are probably thinking to themselves, "What's this guy's deal?  He never posts any more...Did he accidently cut off his thumbs while carving up the ol' turkey?"  Well good readers, I'm happy to report I'm still the proud owner of my thumbs.  In fact, I just typed "thumbs" with only my thumbs just to prove a point. 

Ok, so here is the deal.  I'm sure you're all aware I've been working on a lil' project. Well guess what, it just got real.  I'm so close to the end that I can almost see that beautifully bound thesis sitting on top of my closed computer...but I'm not there yet.  So, until the end, you'll just get random updates.  Sorry, it's just got to be that way.  It's not you, it's me.

Ok, here is a quick run-down of what I've been doing.

• Went back home for T-day
• Saw a lot of good friends while at home for said holiday
• Took a picture of my dog to the bar where his name came from...soon it will be on the wall. (This has been a goal of mine since I've been about 6).
• Went to a great friend's wedding.  Congrats again you crazy kid you.

So, that's about it.  Hope everyone had a great and safe Thanksgiving.

GO PACK GO

Whoa, what a weekend.  This past Saturday through Monday I spent about 18 hours in a car (truck rather) and covered more than 1,000 miles.  It might have been one of the best weekends of my life.  Below is a small little recap of the events that transpired.

1- Green Bay is more magical than Santa's workshop
2- I have never seen so much green and gold
3- If you're going to tail-gate remember these few rules:
    A- Be ready to share.  This applies to beer, food, bottle openers, footballs, grills, wifes, (no, not really
         wifes, that would be weird) and yard games.   Basically, if you have it, you need to be ready to share it.
    B- Dress for the cold.  This was a classic function over form environment.  No one likes whiners.
    C- Get there early.  We got to the tailgating lot at 8 a.m. for a noon game.  By 9, the lot was full.
4- The majority of people we talked to had a noticeable accent
5- Stop lights are referred to as "Stop and Go lights"
6- Everybody was into the game.  There was not an empty seat and almost no one was too busy texting to enjoy the game

To top off the weekend, we stopped at a Monical's pizza on the way home.  And yes, it was just as good as I remember it being.

GO PACK GO.

BUSY BEE

Ok dear readers of mine, I'm sure you've noticed the lack of postings and are are probably really bummed out.  I mean, you've been expected to dive right into work without the benefit of first reading my posts...assuming you read them before work that is. 

Anyway, I've been really hammering away at this pesky lil' thesis.  By my estimation, I've only got about 20 more pages to craft before I can say I'm done with the writing portion.  Anyway, that explains the lack of writings...

One very important thing that I failed to be mentioned via this electric platform was my cousin, Lil' Man, was selected first team all conference.  Very impressive by any standard. Keep up the good work.

HISTORY

That just happened.  Mind blowing.

ABOUT HALF

So, by my estimate, I'm about half done with this little paper I've been working on.  If all goes according to plan, it will be 96% done in 8 days.  You heard it here first.

CONSIDER IT DONE

REALLY???

You know what would be cool?  Being able to work in a library and not hear someone give a minute by minute recap on the Jersey Shore episode they just watched.  This isn't because I hate the show (which, I do with all my being) but because I want to work in a quiet environment.  Is this too much to ask?  I think not. 

Here is another idea, when I tell you to be quiet or move, how about you don't act all shocked and look at me like I've just asked for your first born.  The way I see it, if I've glared at you AND cleared my throat, it should be no surprise that I'm going to say something pretty quickly. 

Also, if you're wearing headphones and I can hear your music 10 feet away, you're doing something wrong.

I would love for there to be a "graduate student" only section.  Do they even have these?  Surely some schools have to, I'm just not lucky enough go to one of these schools. 

Anyone else need me to teach you how to behave in a library, just ask.  Until then, shut up.

SWITCH-A-ROO

Well dear Internet users who also happen to read this blog, I must inform you of a major change.  As you're aware, I've been working on a big ol' project.  Well, this this project has caused me to carry around a lot of stuff.  So much so that my trusty satchel just won't cut it anymore.  So, I've switched to Blue Bag for the time being.

So, if you happen to see me around with this bag-o-fun strapped to my back don't get all jealous.  I'm not going on a camping trip or some other adventure, I'm simply going to the library. 

Enjoy your day.