Random thought's & Ramblings...

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Someone once told me, "You only spend a little time with her, you can't learn much..." Well I'm here to tell you. Spending as little as 30 minutes (albeit I spend more) with Chloe I can learn a life's lesson. Whether it be her mannerisms, her smile, her likes\dis-likes, colours she may like, or just her favourite cartoon character or song, one can learn so much. She's smart, energetic, lovable and loves both her parents. Even more so, loves her grandma, too... So, there...

It's funny how people see you all the time, say hello, and even engage in general chit-chat. Doing this over time would build a rapport with that person, no? Having a rapport with someone like that would allow you to willfully answer questions related to your field of interest. Why, because the person seems genuine and not just trying to 'get something for nothing'… So, the gist of all this is, if this ‘friend\colleague\a person you know’ is having a party\a major party event, wouldn’t you find it odd that you weren’t invited? Maybe I’m being all too sensitive and just need to take a moment an adjust my boot straps. But…

...me, being a 70's baby. I've grown up where within 4 decades gadgets have evolved, and at a quick pace, too, I might add. Nowadays, we tend to have an attitude of we need X done now, we need to get X now. What's the reason for this? Is it self inflicted, i.e. as humans are we asking for better gadgets to be made to thus get things done quicker? Are we truly trying to make things better for us, or are we just getting lazy, and want a gadget\machine to get the task done for us? I remember learning about mechanization in school. That was 30+ years ago. And here it is, kicking into full gear... I guess moving along that trend, we as humans have sat behind our computers, and gadgets, and have joined in this social trend, called, using 'The World Wide Web', for EVERYTHING. Well, virtually everything. I'm sure you've noticed this trend, too, no? In the past decade alone, we've ALL succumb to it. And before you say no, let me ask this: 'How do you pay your bills?' - well, there you have it... Before social websites, like, Facebook and Twitter, one would meet with family and friends for lunch, dinner, a movie, etc. But, here we are nearing the end of 2010, and social media websites have all but taken over the lives of a few people. They seem to live, sleep, and eat by it. When does being social, and partaking in social websites like Facebook and Twitter, become too much, and thus a bit far from reality, and physical contact?

...at various times during my life, I've felt like Bruce\David Banner (depending on how old you are), going from place to place, with just the clothes on my back and a small bag. Growing up, my Mum use to tell me, "A rolling stone gathers no moss" - I've always found it amazing the things that stick with me.  To this day, I'm not 100% sure what she really meant, i.e. what she was trying to tell me in particular. Was it: 1. stay where you are and get on with it? 2. if you're constantly moving, nothing can stick to you, thus you won't get tied down? It's a shame really, because even if I asked her, I wouldn't get a logically answer. Mum's at that age where she's just enjoying her remaining years. I took a minute today, to check what Google had to say about my Mum's saying. The search results are here, and to me are a little disturbing really. Did\Does my Mum know something about me, that I didn't\don't know? Am I not one that shows commitment? Loyalty? Sticks around? Deals with issues? I'm beginning to wonder with two marriages thus far, is the saying true, "Mum knows best"?

It's the weekend and our household is off doing something as usual... This weekend we're in Helen, GA, for a taste of Oktoberfest. It's their 40th anniversary... Yes, I've spelt it correctly. To put it simply, Oktoberfest is German and it is all about beer ;) It runs from 9th September to 31st October. Anyone would think with a name like that is would ONLY run during October!?! Anyway, Google it and check it out for yourself... Deuces...

  ...it's been ten days since I was last forced to work, i.e. be up by a certain time, and in the office by a certain time, read company emails, and answer the bloody phone. Oh, and less not mention do the work of two people!  The Mrs. and I have been to Seattle (Oak Harbour), Victoria and Vancouver over the past week. During that time we saw a lot of nice things, and places. In addition to taking the ferry to various places within Seattle (the San Juan Islands). The views, and the trip itself was priceless. Anyway, it's back to reality; with work tomorrow, and am dreading it. I've not checked my work email in ten days, and I bet it will be a nightmare tomorrow. So, I'm praying in advance that I can take one day, and one email at a time. Deuces...

Morning all. I hope everyone has a good relaxing Labor Day. We're off to Seattle and Vancouver for a few days. See you on the  flip side; deuces...

Why are you so mad: You're mad at me, and right now, there is only one person to blame, and that's yourself! Stop moaning, and get on with it. I will not be your pillow\post for every time you have a down moment, oh, let's take it out on Terry, because I've had a bad day\week\month or even a year; E N O U G H, A L R E A D Y...   So, when you're done using Chloe as a weapon against me (and yes you do), let me know...   I couldn't believe it when you sent me a text asking me to stop checking on her. Have you lost your bloody mind? She's my bloody daughter, and I will check on her as I please; even if you don't pick up the bloody phone when I call, even if I called repeatedly, back-to-back-to-back...    Change in weekend: It's all too convenient that you don't recall that we switched weekends for a reason. I even checked with you MONTHS ago, and asked repeatedly if it was ok to switch weekends. But, no, it's all about Terry being an absent parent. I'm such a bad parent, albeit, I don't see you influencing Chloe to call me, i.e. making the call for her, I don't see you answering when I call, I don't see you responding to text messages when I'm checking on her. I've lost count of the times\days I call with no answer, direct voicemail, no responses to text messages, etc. But, no, I'm the absent\bad parent. Yes, it's clear as a bell, you and I don't live in the same house, we're not married, but, I'm still Chloe's Dad. Of course, that setup is not too your liking, but, c'est la vie...   Let me ask this, how on earth will you cope when Chloe gets to stay with us the entire weekend? Rhetorical, of course...   I'm seriously sick to death of your constant bickering, and moaning. Grow a pair, shut the hell up, and get on with it! We're not debating these issues of what, who, and when anymore. From now on you only contact me about Chloe, period! You want to play flipping games, well, game on. I've been rather quiet for a while now, well E N O U G H. This email is not an open door for a rebuttle, it's my version, and that's all there is to it.      Terry     PS: if I ever become a TRUE absent Dad\Father\Parent\Child Supporting Giver\Piece of crap human, you'll be the one to blame, PERIOD!