Author Archives: Steve

Happy Birthday Ethan!

Posted on March 25, 2009 by Steve

He’s in for a fun time with his wife (Kelly) and daughter (Evelyn) despite his deadlines and having his birthday on a “school” night! What did we do for his birthday 10 years ago? Hmmm. Probably dinner since The Matrix didn’t … Continue reading →

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The news on the car wasn’t too bad until…

Posted on March 24, 2009 by Steve

NTB was wrong on how dire the CV joints were. The wobbling/vibrating effect I was getting turned out to be a bent wheel on the passenger side. So I need a new wheel which I think is really a rim because … Continue reading →

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Operation: Alexandria began today

Posted on March 22, 2009 by Steve

Before you say something smartassy such as it’s about me or Somara setting the house on fire, that weak joke was already used yesterday. Maybe I should’ve gone with something super nerdy like Memory Alpha. If you’re stumped, Alexandria is … Continue reading →

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Carpooling (again) and no new car for me

Posted on March 21, 2009 by Steve

Today, Somara got a “normal” shift again so we can drive to and from work together like we used to. I cannot remember when it stopped, it has been that long (a matter of months, not years). The upside outweighs … Continue reading →

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RIP Natasha Richardson

Posted on March 19, 2009 by Steve

What a bummer for her. Heck I didn’t even know she was seriously injured in a skiing accident until I saw the story in New York Times‘ website. Natasha gets a special mention because she starred in a favorite low-tech Sci … Continue reading →

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Brodeur is #1 in wins

Posted on March 18, 2009 by Steve

Last night Marty Brodeur beat Patrick Roy’s short-lived record of victories in the NHL (551), making him the winningest (it’s a real word since 1972 according to Webster’s) goalie in hockey history. Too bad he plays for a team that … Continue reading →

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Southern Culture on the Skids 2009

Posted on March 17, 2009 by Steve

Sorry this review/story is very, very overdue but when SCOTS hit the stage at midnight and finished around 2-230 AM, Sunday is practically spent sleeping. However, this appearance was very special since it was Somara’s first time to see these … Continue reading →

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One year of results from Wii’s Voting “game”

Posted on March 16, 2009 by Steve

On this day, Somara and I bought a Wii at Target…because they were in stock! A rather impulsive purchase but Somara was stranded at home on (unpaid) medical leave from work. I figured this would help her pass the time … Continue reading →

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A tribute to the former champ (of malapropism)

Posted on March 15, 2009 by Steve

I’m still recovering from the latest Southern Culture on the Skids concert but I broke in this new joke shirt in my collection when I got my picture taken with Rick Miller (lead singer/lead guitarist). Plus I wanted to post … Continue reading →

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I passed a couple exams for work!

Posted on March 14, 2009 by Steve

This week at work was a tad stressful (understatement is hard to express in writing). I spent a couple days in training to take two fundamental certifications. With over a decade under my belt, I knew the majority of the … Continue reading →

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Happy Birthday Nelson

Posted on March 14, 2009 by Steve

Maybe my cool Star Trek card got to him in time. It may not have so I won’t spoil the part which makes it unique. I got it mainly for him. He likes all forms of the show: movies, novels … Continue reading →

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Watchmen

Posted on March 13, 2009 by Steve

Next to The Lord of the Rings and Dune, Watchmen is probably the hardest story to ever bring to film. Heck, after the rumors involving Terry Gilliam directing in 1989, I lost track and figured no one would seriously try, … Continue reading →

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Happy Birthday Brian!

Posted on March 12, 2009 by Steve

Today is my brother’s birthday. Maybe his wife (Linda) and kids (Nick and Anna) have something pretty cool planned for him today or over the weekend. I remember the good times we had on this day despite it being a … Continue reading →

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Pflugerville got in on the war of words

Posted on March 11, 2009 by Steve

The world probably knows of the Austin slogan/catchphrase “Keep Austin Weird.” It’s on all kinds of merchandise around here and it accurately reflects the city’s personality, especially if one has lived here long enough. Round Rock, the “safe,” homogenized Republican … Continue reading →

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Futurama closes out with two more…for now.

Posted on March 11, 2009 by Steve

   As expected I bought the DVDs of these latest “episodes” the day they were released, I just procrastinated too long on Bender’s Game and put it aside until Into the Wild Green Yonder appeared at the end of February. … Continue reading →

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