Month of April, 2005

Five Hours

In exactly five hours from now, I will have completed my MBA. You have no idea the astonishment I'm feeling right now. I'm so happy I could cry...and I just might.

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Visitor

According to my stats, it seems that someone at 7thfloormedia visits my site. I'm very curious who you are and what you do at 7thfloormedia. Care to leave a comment?

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Arrrghacle

My boss sent this new pirate joke. I LOVE IT!

Q: What kind of database does a Pirates use?
A: Arrrrghacle

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San Antonio Tower of the Americas

I'm on the road again. This time I'm in San Antonio. The weather here is gorgeous - sunny and cool. I'm working from my hotel room at the moment and have the patio door open to enjoy the weather. This is a picture from my hotel room - my only view is of the Tower of the Americas.

Meeting with a client this afternoon. I'm a little nervous as I always am the first time I meet people. I wonder if the nervousness is visible to other people or if I internalize it as much as I think I do. Hmm, guess I'll never know. I try to come across comfortable and confident even though there's usually a few butterflies in my stomach. The nervousness is silly because I'm totally prepared. I'm speaking about a topic I'm extremely comfortable with and am confident I will make a good impression. It's just that it's so important for me to always make a good impression. I'm a bit of a perfectionist in that way.

Tonight I'm having dinner with Phil. I haven't seen him since February (how did the past two months fly by so quickly?!) so it will be nice to get together again. I think we're going to have Italian food tonight. I let Phil pick the place since he has excellent taste.

Sunday I got to spend some time with Ky. He's back working on cell towers and has done some work around the Dallas area. It was fun to catch up with him. I also called Autumn, who is still back in El Paso since she's teaching. I know she misses Ky a lot, but they're apart for a good reason. They've bought some land in the desert and are going to build a house. All these things cost money so Ky's back at work for awhile. I can imagine being apart is hard, but hopefully it won't have to be for very long.

In other news, Mom, Dad, and Aunt Linda are meeting Karen in Amsterdam today. This is Aunt Linda's first trip to Europe so I hope she's having a ton of fun. They're celebrating Karen's birthday and I totally wish I could be there. Kristen and I will be passing each other briefly tomorrow as she comes to San Antonio for work and I head back home. Finally, Saturday is my last day of class. I am so ready.

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Happy 30th Birthday, Karen!

Happy Birthday, Karen! It was only one year ago that we had this picture taken together. My how time flies! Can you believe you're already 30? What an awesome milestone! You're not old, you're just catching stride. You are living such an exciting and wonderful life. You're surrounded by people who love you (even if many of those that love you are physically distant, we're close to you with the help of a little technology). You've got an amazing man if your life. You two have the most awesome adventures - Alaska, London, Amsterdam, Paris, and maybe even Egypt! I wish we could be together more often, but I don't begrude you your adventures. I'm so thankful for the three years we had together in LucciHouse - a blessing that I will keep with me my entire life. Wish I could be with you today celebrating your birthday. I'm glad Mom, Dad, and Linda can be with you. Have fun! I love you lots.

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Sushi

Kristen and I went out for sushi last night. Sergio was working so we let him decide what we were going to eat (with one rule - cooked fish for Kristen...she doesn't like the texture of the raw stuff). This was the first plate of sushi. Gorgeous and delicious! Sergio is an excellent chef. I'm so, so spoiled.

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Flickr Pro

Chim Chim just gave me a Flickr Pro account! What an awesome gift! Thanks, Chim Chim. I guess that means I have to seriously get my photo act together. I'm excited!

Flattery

Jefe: Been thinking about you all day.
Me: REALLY?
Jefe: Interviewed a girl for a job this morning that had your haircut, is what did it.
Me: Going to hire her? You know, you should if only because she makes you think of me.
Jefe: Not likely, i'd never get anything done...and my mind would constantly be in the gutter. (How this is different from 99% of the rest of my life is unclear at this point, but whatever.)

Airport Breakup

I'm in the Orlando airport waiting for a flight. I was lucky enough to find free internet. Finally got my graduation invitation up. (Thanks, Leia, for helping with the image!)

For airport entertainment, I've been listening to a woman break up with her long-distance boyfriend over the phone. The conversation started out with her saying she wasn't ready to get married again. She said she wasn't as in a hurry like he was. She understood his need to get married quickly, but she didn't want to do it right now. She said there were too many other things she wanted to do with her life. There was a lot more discussion about what marriage meant and what it would like for them to actually be together. Then she started repeating that it wasn't him, but her. Eventually the conversation moved on to her true feelings which are she doesn't want to be with him anymore. So tragic. She's holding up extremely well considering the circumstances. I'm sad for them. Why do these things have to be so hard?

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Graduation Party

You're invited to my graduation party. Details here.

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Orlando

I've been working in Orlando since Sunday. It's our yearly work conference. As usual, it's been a ton of fun and it's been great seeing all the clients. However, I've been going non-stop and I'm exhausted. Good thing tomorrow is the last day and I get to come home.

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New Host

Coming at you from my new host - DreamHost. Moved everything last night with the help of Leia and Matt. (And their office's T1 line.) I kept them up entirely too late, but it was an extremely productive night for me. I've learned enough to now administer my site and the couple others I keep track of. It was really wonderful of both Leia and Matt to teach me!

Matt kindly hosted this site and a couple others for almost four years. His generosity has been amazing. He enabled me to do all the creative work I've done the past few years. Without his hosting, I wouldn't be where I am today. Thank you, Matt.

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Conversation of the Day

L: How're the taxes going?
M: Pretty well. The hard part is making up the numbers.

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Senioritus

I should be doing homework right now, but instead I've been surfing the net. For hours. I've only got three weeks left of school so it shouldn't be this hard to concentrate. I just don't want to do anything. Who knew you could get senioritus in grad school.

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Long Due for an Update

I've been quiet lately because things have been so busy. School is over in three weeks. Whew, I can't wait! Last week I heard the former president of Pizza Hut speak at school and it was awesome. Just one more experience to show me that going back to school has been totally worth it. It's been an awesome ride. In some ways, I'll be sorry that it'll be over, but I'm looking forward to the next adventure too.

So much for "not traveling in April." I'm in Scottsdale again for meetings. Luckily this is a quick trip - just Monday and Tuesday. Coming home tonight. Going to Orlando next week for a conference. The week after I'm going to San Antonio for meetings. Heh.

When I'm not working or going to school, I'm spending time around the house. Tiger and I love this spring weather. Getting to hang out with Kristen some which is nice because she's been working out of town a lot lately. Finally, spending time with Sergio, which has consistently been a lot of fun.

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Happy

For some reason listening to Guns and Roses on the way to work this morning made me really, really happy.

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Sony Puppy

I received an email today asking me to give my opinion in order to get placed into a drawing for this device. I thought the device looked cool so I actually took the time to read the email. Turns out they want my opinion on the security problems I'm facing. In return, I could win this USB drive with fingerprint imaging built-in. Cool! Seems an appropriate prize for the type of information they're looking for.

But why in the world did Sony call it a "Puppy?!"

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Famous Last Words

My mother told me not to break his heart. I assured her I wouldn't. I couldn't. After all, this was just casual dating. We were both very clear on the status of the relationship.

Saturday morning he called to say, "I love you."

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High School Reunion

Arlington High School Class of 1995 10 year reunion

Friday, August 19th
Ice Breaker Party @ Fox & Hound - Fort Worth 7pm

Saturday, August 20th
Family Picnic 11am-1pm
Reunion Celebreation @ The Gold Club at Ameriquest Field 7:30pm

Reunion committee - Brandon Allen, Jill Hare Hamliln, Allison Rosenberry-Seghers

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