Author Archives: Steve

Happy Birthday Christina!

Posted on July 27, 2016 by Steve

Here’s to my friend who mastered speaking two additional languages in an English-speaking desert! Aka Central IL. She also taught me the Jedi Mind trick for job interviews, ask me someday. I managed to find a lion-themed card for against … Continue reading →

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Belated July Header

Posted on July 16, 2016 by Steve

Now is my favorite commanding officer…Sisko! He’s not my choice to be weird or contrary. To me Benjamin Sisko is the most human of the starship/starbase commanders. Unlike the others, he was married and he almost quit Starfleet because his wife … Continue reading →

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RIP Gordie “Mr. Hockey” Howe

Posted on June 15, 2016 by Steve

I was more affected by Wayne Gretzky since The Great One’s scoring streaks happened during my adolescence through college years while Gordie was pretty much retired for the second time. However, Gordie’s legacy will always remain. His popularity and skill … Continue reading →

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Getting better, early June report

Posted on June 7, 2016 by Steve

Saw the doctor to review the steps I’ve made going forward and backward but overall I feel forward is winning. Does he agree? I think he’ll tell me next week when I have a follow up.

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Rest in Peace Cousin Jason

Posted on June 5, 2016 by Steve

I only received the news last week over my cousin’s passing in April. I won’t go into the details of the hows or whys because they’re not relevant here. I want to honor him for the good times we had as … Continue reading →

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For June, kind of a part two

Posted on June 2, 2016 by Steve

ST:NG in their final TV incarnation of the primary crew wearing the nicer uniforms with the high collars.

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Saw the doctor yesterday, episode late May

Posted on May 24, 2016 by Steve

The picture above is a representation of my ongoing illness, not what a doctor visit is like. That would be something showing efficiency. It was a stroke of luck he could see me a day sooner than planned. Lately, the medication … Continue reading →

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New Pinballz location has opened!

Posted on May 17, 2016 by Steve

It’s in the north where the old Steinmart used to be (the latter moved closer to Alamo Lakeline, coincidence?). This location is way larger too plus it has a kitchen and a full bar,  thus private parties and team-building ventures … Continue reading →

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Let me weigh in on the Uber-Lyft brouhaha

Posted on May 10, 2016 by Steve

As I warned back in April, output was going to be slow with Picayune since I’ve been ill and I’m doing what I can to combat my illness, so thanks for any positive vibes you’re sending my way. I could use … Continue reading →

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Captain America: Civil War: Must See

Posted on May 7, 2016 by Steve

Let’s hear it again for the Marvel Express Train of Success! If you think Civil War was going to be the end of the streak…nope. In many ways this corrects the “repeat” complaint I did have over Ant-Man (Iron Man 1) and Age of Ultron … Continue reading →

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Wild turkey encounter

Posted on May 2, 2016 by Steve

Last week I went to a place located adjacent to Zilker Park. For me this well-loved Austin location hosts ACL Fest and other outdoor things people around the world flock to. I never gave it much thought about what lived … Continue reading →

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A new month, new header for Star Trek

Posted on May 1, 2016 by Steve

For May we’re finally up to the first incarnation of Star Trek: The Next Generation which took up the torch from Kirk’s crew in 1987 on TV. The first season was shaky thanks to Roddenberry recycling his less interesting ideas from Star Trek: … Continue reading →

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Janet Varney

Posted on April 27, 2016 by Steve

The main reason why I attended HavenCon which in my opinion was a letdown, it was more of a costume convention than gaming. Regardless, meeting Janet made the whole process worth it. You many know her from You’re the Worst, the … Continue reading →

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Moontower Fest 2016

Posted on April 25, 2016 by Steve

It was another collection of great shows. I’m glad I went despite being a rather meh mood these days, but I have a note to remind me to get out there, don’t stay cooped up. I only did a couple nights. … Continue reading →

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RIP Prince

Posted on April 21, 2016 by Steve

Totally sucks that he passed away at only 57, the guy remained prolific to the end and somehow I doubt this is another publicity stunt like when he legally changed his name to break a record contract. Although Bill Maher … Continue reading →

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