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The Perfect Human

Searching for Waves in the Corporate Landscape that is Today's World

blackberry time?

So I've decided to jump into the blackberry fray. I haven't had one in a few years (twice required at 2 different jobs) and have been happy about it. But now, finding myself texting more and with the desire to check, blogs and other sites more often I think it might be time. Besides, I'm sick of my old phone. I'll admit it has served me well and has taken many a fall without breaking. Yet, there comes a time when a new device is necessary. Now is that time.

So, shall it be the blackberry Pearl or Curve? Any thoughts?

Signed up with Twitter today...I'll admit I'm skeptical but slightly intrigued as well. I'll report back when I have more thoughts.

Today has been a relaxing Saturday. This morning, K surprised us with a Wii Fit, which we had been waiting in great anticipation for. After setup and a couple of hours of Wii gaming under our belts, S went to a friend's house to play, K shopped for T family sustenance and I engaged in much needed reading for classes.

K is now in enjoyment mode on the couch engrossed in a book, S is watching TV and playing while I type. Soon to dinner and perhaps an evening of games old style (of the board non-bored type).

The Resistance

A few of us decided last week over lunch at Egans that a student organization of some kind is needed at ACAP so we are going to create one. I'm actually quite excited to be a part of this which totally surprises me as I wouldn't normally be. In fact, I'm involved in a lot of things already so I fear I may overextend myself. Yet, I'm pretty positive about it and find myself looking forward to getting involved.

Tonight we had our first meeting at school to go over ideas for the group. 8 of us discussed a variety of needs, desires and wishes for the group and how to begin. Wish us luck.

Couple of pints at Egans in Montclair today

August, 1997

Listening to August, 1997 from the cd Untune The Sky by Trey Gunn. Even though I have had this cd for quite a while I always get stuck on this song and find myself hitting repeat over and over again. While there are many good tracks on it and indeed it stands on its own as a very impressive collection of motifs, this one track is so hauntingly addictive. A mere 1:37, it is a set of loops that transform my mind to places I feel simultaneously I've known and never been.

Fool Without a Plan

who would I be
if you had your way
what kind of a song
with no notes to play

caught in this trap
of loving you again
so easy to be
a fool without a plan

a fool without a plan
fool without a plan
a fool without a plan
fool without a plan

my loss is your gain
a new path to begin
your voice clearly heard
over the howling wind

you pass your judgement
upon me my friend
a loose set of rules
a fool without a plan

Spring '09 Registration

Alright enough...it is decided:

Tues - Group: The Ego & The Mechanisms of the Family
Thurs - Research Methods & Thesis Advisement/Case Presentation

I'm going to roll the dice and hope that I can sway the committee to ensure the Modern Theory Class is available fall '09. Now, to find an instructor who would be interested in meeting regularly for case supervision.

End Of Fall 2008 Semester

Ok, so last night was the end of the semester for me. If all goes according to plan, by this time next year I shall have completed my Master's program. 18 credits left to go.

Now I need to schedule next semester and I have a big decision to make. I'm going to take 1 class on Tuesday nights and another on Thursday nights. There are 2 classes offered on Saturday that I should consider too. I'm just not sure that I want to do that to myself. The dilemma is that I don't know when they will be offered again. there is no guarantee they will be available to take in Sept.

This is a lot for a married, 39 year old working professional who coaches girls softball, wants to spend time at home with the family and indeed craves alone time as well.

Sigh.

facebook is cutting into my blog time...highly addictive stuff. Silly but fun indeed.

Starbucks - Livingston, NJ

Who Me?

I'm sleepy...can't decide if it's due to the lunch I just had (high carbs) or the final exam I have to complete by Friday for my online class. Its a real snoozer. This class is the absolute worst I've had since starting my Master's studies. It is the typical "required" class that colleges love to tack on to their curricula - money makers. Grumble, grumble, I know...I'll be happy when its over.

I have figured out that I have 18 credits left after this semester. That is a welcome bit of information indeed.

Chimney Sweeps have come and gone...unbeknownst to them, their first and last time. With a ladder falling off the roof, malfunctioning equipment (vacuum) and the lack of care in clean up one has to wonder how they make a living. Also, being told they would arrive between 7-10am and then showing at 1PM (to be fair a call was made)I'm still rather put off. They graciously informed me of other work still needing to be done. Well, thank you then.

This Day

65 degrees & rain here...for November, odd. I hate when it fluctuates like this. However, I have the house to myself, coffee and much writing to accomplish. Perhaps some guitar practice to un-clutter my mind as well.

Uncle M was in the hospital this week...75 with leg pain, weird EKG...Home now, I spoke with him by phone. The pain remains, rest required.

A call to I.F. financial whiz for catch-up, meeting scheduling and golf chat. It has been too long indeed.

Emails sent, pictures transferred from laptop to external drive, waiting on chimney sweepers to come and make the fireplace happy again. The forecast says chills are on the way...hopefully just in time.

smear

2nd Day Back...

...at work that is and let's hope it is better than the 1st. Things here are going the way all corporate structures do in that they tend to lean or sag eventually. Similar to a structure that has a lot of support in the beginning then slackens in the middle, only to be overcompensated for in the end while watching the middle collapse.

In this current climate many are losing their jobs. 1 close pal comes to mind and another states it is only a matter of time for him as well.

Tonight, a visit to TG for a lesson. It has been way too long.