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Monday, May 22, 2006
Tuesday, May 16, 2006
Entry for May 16, 2006 Thought from the day
sometimes I feel like I can't catch a break. A cold, I can catch. A break.....oh well.
I have a friend, an ex-girlfriend, who occassonally sends me some of those chain e-mails. I know, they are annoying sometimes, but sometimes, they have some cool messages. I don't always send them out like I'm supposed to (maybe that's why I can't catch a break), but I still like to read them. Below is one of them:
"As we grow up, we learn that even the one person that wasn't supposed to ever let you down probably will. You will have your heart broken probably more than once and it's harder every time. You'll break hearts too, so remember how it felt when yours was broken. You'll fight with your best friend. You'll blame a new love for things an old one did. You'll cry because time is passing too fast, and you'll eventually lose someone you love. So take too many pictures, laugh too much, and love like you've never been hurt because every sixty seconds you spend upset is a minute of happiness you'll never get back.
So send this to all of your friends in the next 5 minutes and a miracle will happen tonight
Don't be afraid that your life will end, be afraid that it will never begin."
Don't worry about sending it to others, unless you want to. It's just good stuff to remember.
Goodnight Christien. Goodnight Moon.
I have a friend, an ex-girlfriend, who occassonally sends me some of those chain e-mails. I know, they are annoying sometimes, but sometimes, they have some cool messages. I don't always send them out like I'm supposed to (maybe that's why I can't catch a break), but I still like to read them. Below is one of them:
"As we grow up, we learn that even the one person that wasn't supposed to ever let you down probably will. You will have your heart broken probably more than once and it's harder every time. You'll break hearts too, so remember how it felt when yours was broken. You'll fight with your best friend. You'll blame a new love for things an old one did. You'll cry because time is passing too fast, and you'll eventually lose someone you love. So take too many pictures, laugh too much, and love like you've never been hurt because every sixty seconds you spend upset is a minute of happiness you'll never get back.
So send this to all of your friends in the next 5 minutes and a miracle will happen tonight
Don't be afraid that your life will end, be afraid that it will never begin."
Don't worry about sending it to others, unless you want to. It's just good stuff to remember.
Goodnight Christien. Goodnight Moon.
Monday, May 15, 2006
Entry for May 14, 2006
just a quick hit. I didn't mke the audition. I got there and couldn't find them anywhere. Of course, the sales scum weren't at all helpful. I know I'm a salesman myself, but when they're not helpful because they can't make any money off of you, they're scum. Hey guy, here's a tip, from someone who elvolvedfrom where you're at: Everyone is a potential customer. Treat everyone as if they were.
I hope you had a beautiful weekend Christien.
I hope you had a beautiful weekend Christien.
Friday, May 12, 2006
Entry for May 12, 2006
A little background. My son Aaron was pushed down to the ground in the hallway of his school. According to the counselor I spoke with, the child then proceeded to kick Aaron. A female student then proceeded to drag himm around the hallway by his legs. This was all a week ago from Thursday, yesterday. I searched my soul for this past week, and finally decided to press charges. I would like to explain to these childrens' parents why.
First to the child of the boy. Sir, Mr Neil explained to me your reaction when you learned what your son had done. I appreciate your apology, sir. I will prefer to think the best of all people, so I will believe that you did not raise your son in this manner. Sir, an interesting thing you may want to ask your son is why he decided to assault a child smaller and slower developmentally from him. Sometimes, peer pressure can be a very powerful influence on children. I only hope that something posotive can come out of this for both you and you son. Maybe this can serve as a wake-up call to your son regarding how to treat other people, and the consequences of his actions. As for you, sir, this means you will have to keep a more careful eye on your son. Unfortunately, no matter how many times we tell a son something, inevitably, they are going to make their own mistikes. As fathers, it is imcumbant on us to be more vigilant of our sons and make sure they continue down the correct path.
Now for the mother of the girl. Mr Neil characterized your demeanor as hostile and defiant. Ma'am, if that is true, I will paray for you. If you are reclaiming why is the school picking on your child, you should be asking why your child has so much attention from the faculty. It has been my experience that children garner special attention from school if they are very good, or very bad. The fact that you are accusing the administration leads me to believe it is the latter. Ma'am, as a mother, you have a unique position in this world. You have a much greater influence on your child than any other adult. So what kind of example are you setting when you are incredulous to the schools concerns, and instead turn your daughter into the victim. There are witnesses who can corroborate the assault. You are setting up your daughter for failure if you keep forgiving her actions and blaming everyone else for them. She needs to learn responsibility and accountability. Personally, I feel it would be better if she learned it form you rather than from the legal system. Ma'am, please don't feel that I am attacking you. I am simply stating my opinion. You are more than free to oppose them, and if I am way off base about this, I apologize. I welcome the opportunity to for a meeting together where we can hopefully engage in a positive discourse and you can present to me your side.
To both, I apologize to have to put you through the legal system. If there were some other way, I would seek it. The bottom line is I have to consider my son's health and safety. One misplaced kick or accidental blow as he was being dragged could have easily had more serious and horrific consequences. I can't live with the fact that my son could have been more seriously injureed. The fact that he wasn't doesn't diminish the actions of your children. Aaron is, by all accounts, one of the smallest children in his class. His mental and social development is not as advanced as your childrens'. In short, for whatever reason, they chose the weakest to pick on. That my be ok in the animal kingdom, where it is survival of the fittest, BUT WE ARE NOT ANIMALS. Our children are not and neither are we. Our society has rules and it has consequences. Your children need to understand that and the other children need to understand that they can not pick on my son without consequences. I'm sorry for whatever pain this causes your family, but it is the only decision I could make.
First to the child of the boy. Sir, Mr Neil explained to me your reaction when you learned what your son had done. I appreciate your apology, sir. I will prefer to think the best of all people, so I will believe that you did not raise your son in this manner. Sir, an interesting thing you may want to ask your son is why he decided to assault a child smaller and slower developmentally from him. Sometimes, peer pressure can be a very powerful influence on children. I only hope that something posotive can come out of this for both you and you son. Maybe this can serve as a wake-up call to your son regarding how to treat other people, and the consequences of his actions. As for you, sir, this means you will have to keep a more careful eye on your son. Unfortunately, no matter how many times we tell a son something, inevitably, they are going to make their own mistikes. As fathers, it is imcumbant on us to be more vigilant of our sons and make sure they continue down the correct path.
Now for the mother of the girl. Mr Neil characterized your demeanor as hostile and defiant. Ma'am, if that is true, I will paray for you. If you are reclaiming why is the school picking on your child, you should be asking why your child has so much attention from the faculty. It has been my experience that children garner special attention from school if they are very good, or very bad. The fact that you are accusing the administration leads me to believe it is the latter. Ma'am, as a mother, you have a unique position in this world. You have a much greater influence on your child than any other adult. So what kind of example are you setting when you are incredulous to the schools concerns, and instead turn your daughter into the victim. There are witnesses who can corroborate the assault. You are setting up your daughter for failure if you keep forgiving her actions and blaming everyone else for them. She needs to learn responsibility and accountability. Personally, I feel it would be better if she learned it form you rather than from the legal system. Ma'am, please don't feel that I am attacking you. I am simply stating my opinion. You are more than free to oppose them, and if I am way off base about this, I apologize. I welcome the opportunity to for a meeting together where we can hopefully engage in a positive discourse and you can present to me your side.
To both, I apologize to have to put you through the legal system. If there were some other way, I would seek it. The bottom line is I have to consider my son's health and safety. One misplaced kick or accidental blow as he was being dragged could have easily had more serious and horrific consequences. I can't live with the fact that my son could have been more seriously injureed. The fact that he wasn't doesn't diminish the actions of your children. Aaron is, by all accounts, one of the smallest children in his class. His mental and social development is not as advanced as your childrens'. In short, for whatever reason, they chose the weakest to pick on. That my be ok in the animal kingdom, where it is survival of the fittest, BUT WE ARE NOT ANIMALS. Our children are not and neither are we. Our society has rules and it has consequences. Your children need to understand that and the other children need to understand that they can not pick on my son without consequences. I'm sorry for whatever pain this causes your family, but it is the only decision I could make.
Entry for May 11, 2006
SOX WIN!! SOX WIN!!
Here's something funny I found. If you are or know a Rhode Islanda, you can relate:
You Know You're From Rhode Island When...
You celebrate "birt-day"
If your oldah brodah is a retad.
If you had a "wickit" good time at the beach.
When you hear an amazing fact your immidiate reply is "no suh!"
You can drive two miles with out seeing a Bess Eaton
You know the difference between red, white and clear chowdah
You consider a car journey of longer than one hour a day trip.
You can you curse in Italian.
You know the basic rules of DuckPin bowling.
You own garden tools from Job Lot.
You have tried to drive the measured mile in less then 45 seconds.
You know what the expression "side by each" means.
You have used the expression "Not For Nuthin" or "bubbla".
You serve bread with every meal.
You know what "3 all the way" means.
You load up on milk and bread before a snowstorm.
You feel compelled to hear at least one weather report a day.
You understand the humor of the Ocean State Follies.
You have pulled out of a sidestreet and used your car to block oncoming traffic so you could make a left-hand turn.
You consider your holiday season incomplete without a trip to Lasalette Shrine.
You have a bottle of coffee syrup in the fridge right now.
You've phoned into a talk show on WPRO or WHJJ.
You have given a bottle of Sakonnet wine as a gift.
You've gotten sick from eating too many clam cakes.
You own at least one coffee table book with a picture of a lighthouse on it.
You've boasted about the money you saved at the Christmas Tree Shop.
Your first live concert was at The Civic Center or Rocky Point.
You own a hat with a red "P" on it.
You were born at Lying-In Hospital.
You still call the Rhode Island Mall the Midland Mall.
You have close relatives who work for the state.
You've gone to "Legs and Eggs".
You have used a demolished landmark when giving directions.
You secretly watch "Providence" even though you tell your friends you don't.
You have slammed on your breaks to discourage a tailgater.
You know what a burger "The Newport Creamery Way" is.
You have dated a girl named Brenda or a guy named Vinnie.
You have used the breakdown lane on 95 to pass someone.
You've personally met Vinnie Paz.
Your idea of a dream house is a raised ranch.
You have relatives who have been to Edgehill Newport, Codac, or Butler.
You have driven more than 5 miles out of your way to save less than two bucks.
You been on a RIPTA bus less than 12 times in the past 6 years.
You can sing the Rocky Point theme song.
You know what a "governor-preferred" plate is.
You know someone who works for the Registry.
You've asked your mechanic for an inspection sticker even though your car failed to pass.
You have a degree from RIC, CCRI or URI.
You think vodka and Del's is a great combination.
You've been to Twin Oaks for your birthday.
You've borrowed dealer plates from a friend.
You know how to pronounce Pawtucket, Cowesett, Usqepaug, and Narragansett.
You've been to Scarborough Beach but not Block Island.
You know where "The Pier" is located.
You've been on a Bay Queen cruise.
You can recognize a Cranston accent.
You think high hair, gold chains, and gum go together.
You think there's a "v" in the name Cheryl.
You drop the "w" in Greenwich, Kingstown, and Warwick.
You use the expression "down-city" for downtown.
You've eaten at Haven Brothers.
You've eaten at Haven Brothers, drunk.
You celebrate St. Joseph's Day and know what a "zeppolla" is.
You have at least one gallon of Newport Creamery coffee ice cream in your freezer.
You know what "ProJo" stands for.
You still call CCRI "reject".
You know who Jack Comly, Sara Wye and Sherm Strickhauser are.
Your city house and your beach house are less than an hour away from each other.
You know the original name for Airport Road.
You always start giving directions by saying, "Well, you get on 95"
You know where "NiRoPe" comes from.
You know what "John from Alpert's" sounds like.
You can recite the license plates of all your family members and friends.
You know where "Harvard on the Hill" is located.
You refer to the movies as the Show.
You know what a "package store" is.
You think lots of gold jewelery looks great on the beach.
Your favorite expressions are, "Are you serious?", "Wicked", and "You know what I'm saying?"
You know you need "quahogs" to make "stuffies".
You know there's a West End but not a West Providence.
You think banana, vanilla, and idea all end in "r".
You know what a burger "The Newport Creamery Way" is.
You put vinegar on your french fries.
You know what Allie's makes.
You've gone to Cumbie's for milk or gas. (HAHAHAHA Cumbie's!!)
You know that there is never any school in Fosta-Glosta when it snows.
The girl you ended up marrying lived no more than 6 blocks from where you grew up.
You've converted the basement of your house into an apartment.
You call spaghetti sauce, "gravy."
You tell friends that something is "on special", instead of on sale.
The meal at every wedding you've ever attended was chicken, shells and french fries.
You put celery salt on your hot dogs.
You are never from Providence, or East Providence, but from the East Side, Rumford or Riverside
You order an iced coffee in December.
You read the wedding announcements in the Sunday Pro-Jo and recognize at least 3 couples.
The seltzer guy delivers bottles to your home on a weekly basis.
People at work wish you a "Happy St. Joseph's Day!
You know someone who knew the Farrelly brothers when they lived around here.
You know exactly which parts of Dumb and Dumber, There's Something About Mary, Meet Joe Black and Amistad were filmed in RI, and you can tell someone exactly where that is.
You know what the Coffee Cup Salute is, and who does it every morning.
You grew up with everyone you see at Stop and Shop.
You know where South County is, even though it doesn�t exist.
You and everyone you know are either Italian or Irish, or both.
You've never been farther south than Jersey, and not farther West than there, either, but are planning to move to Florida as soon as you turn 60.
You actually get these jokes and pass them on to other friends from Rhode Island.
Daddy Loves You Christien.
Here's something funny I found. If you are or know a Rhode Islanda, you can relate:
You Know You're From Rhode Island When...
You celebrate "birt-day"
If your oldah brodah is a retad.
If you had a "wickit" good time at the beach.
When you hear an amazing fact your immidiate reply is "no suh!"
You can drive two miles with out seeing a Bess Eaton
You know the difference between red, white and clear chowdah
You consider a car journey of longer than one hour a day trip.
You can you curse in Italian.
You know the basic rules of DuckPin bowling.
You own garden tools from Job Lot.
You have tried to drive the measured mile in less then 45 seconds.
You know what the expression "side by each" means.
You have used the expression "Not For Nuthin" or "bubbla".
You serve bread with every meal.
You know what "3 all the way" means.
You load up on milk and bread before a snowstorm.
You feel compelled to hear at least one weather report a day.
You understand the humor of the Ocean State Follies.
You have pulled out of a sidestreet and used your car to block oncoming traffic so you could make a left-hand turn.
You consider your holiday season incomplete without a trip to Lasalette Shrine.
You have a bottle of coffee syrup in the fridge right now.
You've phoned into a talk show on WPRO or WHJJ.
You have given a bottle of Sakonnet wine as a gift.
You've gotten sick from eating too many clam cakes.
You own at least one coffee table book with a picture of a lighthouse on it.
You've boasted about the money you saved at the Christmas Tree Shop.
Your first live concert was at The Civic Center or Rocky Point.
You own a hat with a red "P" on it.
You were born at Lying-In Hospital.
You still call the Rhode Island Mall the Midland Mall.
You have close relatives who work for the state.
You've gone to "Legs and Eggs".
You have used a demolished landmark when giving directions.
You secretly watch "Providence" even though you tell your friends you don't.
You have slammed on your breaks to discourage a tailgater.
You know what a burger "The Newport Creamery Way" is.
You have dated a girl named Brenda or a guy named Vinnie.
You have used the breakdown lane on 95 to pass someone.
You've personally met Vinnie Paz.
Your idea of a dream house is a raised ranch.
You have relatives who have been to Edgehill Newport, Codac, or Butler.
You have driven more than 5 miles out of your way to save less than two bucks.
You been on a RIPTA bus less than 12 times in the past 6 years.
You can sing the Rocky Point theme song.
You know what a "governor-preferred" plate is.
You know someone who works for the Registry.
You've asked your mechanic for an inspection sticker even though your car failed to pass.
You have a degree from RIC, CCRI or URI.
You think vodka and Del's is a great combination.
You've been to Twin Oaks for your birthday.
You've borrowed dealer plates from a friend.
You know how to pronounce Pawtucket, Cowesett, Usqepaug, and Narragansett.
You've been to Scarborough Beach but not Block Island.
You know where "The Pier" is located.
You've been on a Bay Queen cruise.
You can recognize a Cranston accent.
You think high hair, gold chains, and gum go together.
You think there's a "v" in the name Cheryl.
You drop the "w" in Greenwich, Kingstown, and Warwick.
You use the expression "down-city" for downtown.
You've eaten at Haven Brothers.
You've eaten at Haven Brothers, drunk.
You celebrate St. Joseph's Day and know what a "zeppolla" is.
You have at least one gallon of Newport Creamery coffee ice cream in your freezer.
You know what "ProJo" stands for.
You still call CCRI "reject".
You know who Jack Comly, Sara Wye and Sherm Strickhauser are.
Your city house and your beach house are less than an hour away from each other.
You know the original name for Airport Road.
You always start giving directions by saying, "Well, you get on 95"
You know where "NiRoPe" comes from.
You know what "John from Alpert's" sounds like.
You can recite the license plates of all your family members and friends.
You know where "Harvard on the Hill" is located.
You refer to the movies as the Show.
You know what a "package store" is.
You think lots of gold jewelery looks great on the beach.
Your favorite expressions are, "Are you serious?", "Wicked", and "You know what I'm saying?"
You know you need "quahogs" to make "stuffies".
You know there's a West End but not a West Providence.
You think banana, vanilla, and idea all end in "r".
You know what a burger "The Newport Creamery Way" is.
You put vinegar on your french fries.
You know what Allie's makes.
You've gone to Cumbie's for milk or gas. (HAHAHAHA Cumbie's!!)
You know that there is never any school in Fosta-Glosta when it snows.
The girl you ended up marrying lived no more than 6 blocks from where you grew up.
You've converted the basement of your house into an apartment.
You call spaghetti sauce, "gravy."
You tell friends that something is "on special", instead of on sale.
The meal at every wedding you've ever attended was chicken, shells and french fries.
You put celery salt on your hot dogs.
You are never from Providence, or East Providence, but from the East Side, Rumford or Riverside
You order an iced coffee in December.
You read the wedding announcements in the Sunday Pro-Jo and recognize at least 3 couples.
The seltzer guy delivers bottles to your home on a weekly basis.
People at work wish you a "Happy St. Joseph's Day!
You know someone who knew the Farrelly brothers when they lived around here.
You know exactly which parts of Dumb and Dumber, There's Something About Mary, Meet Joe Black and Amistad were filmed in RI, and you can tell someone exactly where that is.
You know what the Coffee Cup Salute is, and who does it every morning.
You grew up with everyone you see at Stop and Shop.
You know where South County is, even though it doesn�t exist.
You and everyone you know are either Italian or Irish, or both.
You've never been farther south than Jersey, and not farther West than there, either, but are planning to move to Florida as soon as you turn 60.
You actually get these jokes and pass them on to other friends from Rhode Island.
Daddy Loves You Christien.
Thursday, May 11, 2006
Entry for May 10, 2006
Sox Lose. This sucks! At least the games look phenomonal in HD. Thank you ESPN.
Christien, Daddy still loves you and misses you. Summer is getting closer, so my dream of having you here for it is getting farther away, but I'm not going to stop trying. Always remember your daddy loves you. Aaron says hi. He misses his little brother too.
Christien, Daddy still loves you and misses you. Summer is getting closer, so my dream of having you here for it is getting farther away, but I'm not going to stop trying. Always remember your daddy loves you. Aaron says hi. He misses his little brother too.
Entry for May 9, 2006
Just a quick shot. life is a trip!! I arrived home today from Aaron's dentist's appointment, and was immediately bombarded with questions about how I thought I could sing? I was clueless about what everyone was talking about until someone said something about American Idol. Instantly, I knew what they were talking about. A few weeks ago, the local Fox affiliate announced on their morning news show a contest where a local Ford dealership was looking for a spokesperson. The grand prize was free trip for 2 to the "Idol" finals, and a free Ford Fusion year lease. So, for the heck of it, I filled out the entry form, AND THEY CALLED!!! I have to go Saturday and try to show if I'm better than 79 other people. I'll let you know what happens, but life is a trip!
Hi Christien!!!
Hi Christien!!!
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