Thursday, September 22, 2011
Not my forte..
Well, I just had my second interview at a new workplace not so far away, and I'll have to see how it plays out. I think my resume looks pretty good - I've accumulated quite a bit of knowledge and experience over the years - but put me in front of an interview panel and I'm suddenly a babbling fool. I don't think I interview too well. I've struck out the last few times I've gone looking, but then there's a lot of competition these days.
Tuesday, September 20, 2011
Are you freaking KIDDING me, Haro?
Well, I just picked up my bike from the shop today:
White? White? Wow, that's ugly. Well, the only consolation is that given this frame style's track record, I'll only have to put up with it for another 3-4 months before it gets replaced again, although what'll the next color be? Purple? Pink?
I accepted the bike because functionally it's no different obviously, and I didn't want to wait another 3 weeks for them to switch out the part. Doesn't mean I like what they did, and I'm not too happy that the bike shop didn't give me a heads-up when they received the part. Well, it rides just fine (I took it out this evening) and I sure am glad to have that rear suspension again. But, seriously?
Hmpf.
Monday, September 19, 2011
I've seen this meme...
Around on a few blogs, so here's my go-to...
A Gerber Paraframe II, semi-serrated, that I picked up at Target for $15, way back when. Nothing special, but handy to have and I like the thin profile. It's pointy, sharp and fits my hand well. And yes, I've used the serrated part too, although its a pain in the butt to clean...
A Gerber Paraframe II, semi-serrated, that I picked up at Target for $15, way back when. Nothing special, but handy to have and I like the thin profile. It's pointy, sharp and fits my hand well. And yes, I've used the serrated part too, although its a pain in the butt to clean...
Housecleaning
Tidied up my blogroll a little bit to get rid of some now-defunct blogs as well as add a few more that I've been finding myself reading.
Also added a new category - "Bloggers I've Met", now that I've finally met some!
Yes, I probably need to get out more...
Also added a new category - "Bloggers I've Met", now that I've finally met some!
Yes, I probably need to get out more...
Friday, September 16, 2011
Canyon...
Sunset...This is the view from one of the highest points in the canyon - my first ride in almost two weeks. Man, I missed it! Left it a bit late, though - this is about 3 miles from the truck.
My buddy, rocking a Trek Fuel EX8 - a very nice bike. Far superior to my Trek. My hardtail is a fine bike, but I have to spent a lot more time out of the seat riding these trails, and that wears on a body. I miss my Haro. Should be fixed soon, though...
Thursday, September 15, 2011
Gun Blogger Highs
- Smacking steel at 440 yards - repeatedly - with this bad boy, as Kevin Baker calls out the hits. Awesome.
- Dumping a mag through a full-auto (first time!), suppressed (first time!) mini Uzi, courtesy of USCitizen.
- Meeting all these fine folk.
-Dumping more money in a raffle than I ever have before, comfortable in the knowledge that every penny of it was going to a good cause.
-Getting the opportunity to meet Alan Gura and listen to his take on the state of the gun rights movement.
-The opportunity to not only learn about Orville Bierkle's revolver, but actually shoot it, thanks to Davidwhitewolf!
-Listening to the vendors and organizations give their presentations and noting with satisfaction how seriously they have come to take the gun blogger community.
-Getting an autographed picture of Molly to present to My Little Princess.
-Walking up to our room Saturday night with a literal armful of swag:
-Seeing my wife's enthusiasm match my own.
-One low: driving up 395 to get to Reno, we passed by this IHOP. It was boarded up and fenced off. And that's about all I have to say about that.
- Dumping a mag through a full-auto (first time!), suppressed (first time!) mini Uzi, courtesy of USCitizen.
- Meeting all these fine folk.
-Dumping more money in a raffle than I ever have before, comfortable in the knowledge that every penny of it was going to a good cause.
-Getting the opportunity to meet Alan Gura and listen to his take on the state of the gun rights movement.
-The opportunity to not only learn about Orville Bierkle's revolver, but actually shoot it, thanks to Davidwhitewolf!
-Listening to the vendors and organizations give their presentations and noting with satisfaction how seriously they have come to take the gun blogger community.
-Getting an autographed picture of Molly to present to My Little Princess.
-Walking up to our room Saturday night with a literal armful of swag:
-Seeing my wife's enthusiasm match my own.
-One low: driving up 395 to get to Reno, we passed by this IHOP. It was boarded up and fenced off. And that's about all I have to say about that.
Attackwatch!
The funniest thing I've seen all day! This has really bitten the Obama campaign in the ass. If you haven't seen the Attack Watch site, I strongly recommend you do. Mockery and derision is the fitting response to such nonsense.
H/T DirtCrashr
H/T DirtCrashr
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
Hanging With The Cool Kids
Gun Blogger Rendezvous was the very first time I had the opportunity to meet the people behind so many of the blogs that I've been reading these past few years. I have to admit, I was more than a little apprehensive - yet excited - walking into Silver Baron Room E for the first time - somewhat like a tween at a Justin Bieber concert, I imagine.
However, I was made to feel very welcome, although I didn't talk much the first night - just listened to the various conversations. After all, it's better to remain silent and be thought a fool than to open your mouth and remove all doubt, right?
I had the pleasure of meeting Kevin Baker, Joe Huffman, Davidwhitewolf, Chris Byrne, The Packing Rat, TrueBlueSam, Ry Jones, USCitizen, Olav, Molly, Caleb, BobG, as well as the guys who made this all possible, Mr Completely and Keewee.
I met plenty of other fine folks there too, who described themselves as lurkers, including Dusty - who made the trip all the way from Tucson by motorcycle - obviously made of sterner stuff than me.
It was also a real treat to meet Alan Gura, and have the opportunity to thank him for all the work he's done - and continues to do - on our behalf. He is one busy guy, so I for one am extremely grateful that he took the time to come hang with us for the weekend, answer all our inane questions and shoot some of the many fine guns available at the range.
The highlight of my weekend was being able to share this experience with my bride. She had originally agreed to go with me, expecting to have a relaxing weekend doing some gambling and hanging out at the pool while I went and did my thing. After the first evening, however, she liked it so much that she accompanied me to every event, and if you've seen the agenda, you'll know that the weekend was just packed - so there was very little spare time for gambling (although we got a few good shots at video poker here and there). To top it off, she wants to find ranges locally to practice shooting steel so she'll be ready for NEXT year!
However, I was made to feel very welcome, although I didn't talk much the first night - just listened to the various conversations. After all, it's better to remain silent and be thought a fool than to open your mouth and remove all doubt, right?
I had the pleasure of meeting Kevin Baker, Joe Huffman, Davidwhitewolf, Chris Byrne, The Packing Rat, TrueBlueSam, Ry Jones, USCitizen, Olav, Molly, Caleb, BobG, as well as the guys who made this all possible, Mr Completely and Keewee.
I met plenty of other fine folks there too, who described themselves as lurkers, including Dusty - who made the trip all the way from Tucson by motorcycle - obviously made of sterner stuff than me.
It was also a real treat to meet Alan Gura, and have the opportunity to thank him for all the work he's done - and continues to do - on our behalf. He is one busy guy, so I for one am extremely grateful that he took the time to come hang with us for the weekend, answer all our inane questions and shoot some of the many fine guns available at the range.
The highlight of my weekend was being able to share this experience with my bride. She had originally agreed to go with me, expecting to have a relaxing weekend doing some gambling and hanging out at the pool while I went and did my thing. After the first evening, however, she liked it so much that she accompanied me to every event, and if you've seen the agenda, you'll know that the weekend was just packed - so there was very little spare time for gambling (although we got a few good shots at video poker here and there). To top it off, she wants to find ranges locally to practice shooting steel so she'll be ready for NEXT year!
Tuesday, September 13, 2011
Gun Blogger Rendezvous - A Taste...
More to come - just not tonight. It's been a long day and I'm pooped.
Monday, September 12, 2011
Home again, home again...
Back from one of the best vacation weekends I've ever had - at GBR-VI. Still on a bit of a high. More to come - much more. Now to go pay the bills. Ho hum.
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