Getting it done!

Happy Thursday All! As we keep pushing toward another paycheck, I want to remind you that the weekend is right around the corner.

Today, we will touch on a few things I have neglected in the past couple of weeks, But before I do that: Since I have gone hard core on my diet, I have lost 3.8lbs since Sunday. Go me... Anyway, here's my touch on the News:

Super Bowl- I could care less about these two teams. I basically will be watching for the commercials. Most likely, I will watch from the comfort of my couch, since I have drill all weekend. Its funny how drill always seems to fall on Super Bowl Sunday, and all other holidays. Oh well, Its the life of a soldier. Here's my take on the game: The Harbaugh brothers are only coaches. They won't matter too much. It all comes down to how their team plays. The 49ers offense has the one up on the Ravens. The Ravens Defense has the power to stop Kaepernick and all of his weapons. This game may go into Overtime.

Ravens win 24-21.

Manti T'eo- OK, so your dead girlfriend isn't really dead. So you fell in love with a man. This is socially acceptable. Guess What, you can even get married in some states. I wish you years of happiness, however, you may want to meet him first, because from the TV interviews, he seems a little sketchy. He also is an outright liar, but hey, he was just trying to get you into bed. May have been a little weird when you both got naked and you found extra parts. Oh well, you'll figure it out. However, your draft stock probably dropped for being stupid. This doesn't show much for Notre Dame Athletics...

Gun Control- I see a lot of things floating around the Internet about this topic. Guns don't kill people, Idiots with guns do! If guns kill people then, I'm going to need a refund on all of mine, because they seem to be defective, I'm still standing.

Weather- Mother nature is Bi-Polar, and on the rag. Last Friday, it snowed. Tuesday and Wednesday it was in the high 60's. Tomorrow, Its supposed to snow again.... Make up our damn minds already. I am tired of switching between jackets, and wondering if I should wear the cold weather or warm weather boots...

Health- Seems like everyone is getting sick around here. Thank god I got my flu shot. Its mandatory for soldiers every year. However, If you are sick, I would appreciate if you stayed away from me for the time being. I like being able to get up every morning and go to the gym. I basically just don't have the time to be feeling crappy.

Obama- Taxes went back to normal (which is higher), Health care is taking form (Which also deducted from my paycheck), and jobs are being cut all over the place. Before all of the angry Democrats start commenting, I am talking about the Government, and Military. I don't see the outside job market. However, I do see that a lot of my friends are still struggling to find jobs. That's all I have to say about that.

Well, That's all I have for today! Have a great one all! Keep Rocking, the weekend is almost here!!!

31/108

Mind Wandering

Damn, Its Hump Day already! Happy Wednesday All! Another day at work, making the American dream come true. So many things on my mind, but I will not put them in print. I slept like crap last night, so it may be a multiple cup of coffee day.

My workout today seemed a little harder than usual. I got through it, broke a nice sweat, and now my arms and abs are like jello. Its a good thing though, only tells me I am getting stronger every day.

I'm looking forward at a weekend at the reserve center. Extra money, and a time for me focus on things other than my life.

Oh well, life goes on... Have a great day all, and just remember, Through struggles comes victory!

Dirt Road Anthem
Written by Brantley Gilbert and Colt Ford

Yeah, I'm chilling on a dirt road
Laid back swerving like I'm George Jones
Smoke rolling out the window
An ice cold beer sitting in the console

Memory lane up in the headlights
Its got me reminiscing on them good times
I'm turning off a real life drive and that's right
I'm hitting easy street on mud tires

Back in the day Potts farm was the place to go
Load the truck up, hit the dirt road
Jump the barbed wire, spread the word
Light the bonfire then call the girls

King in the can and the Marlboro man
Jack 'n' Jim were a few good men
Where you learned how to kiss and cuss, and fight too
Better watch out for the boys in blue

And all this small town he said, she said
Ain't it funny how rumors spread
Like I know something y'all don't know
Man, that talk is getting old

You better mind your business man, watch your mouth
Before I have to knock that loud mouth out
I'm tired of talking, man, y'all ain't listening
Them ol' dirt roads is what y'all missing

Yeah, I'm chilling on a dirt road
Laid back, swerving like I'm George Jones
Smoke rolling out the window
An ice cold beer sitting in the console

Memory lane up in the headlights
Its got me reminiscing on them good times
I'm turning off a real life drive and that's right
I'm hitting easy street on mud tires

I sit back and think about them good old days
The way we were raised in our southern ways
And we like cornbread and biscuits
And if it's broke 'round here, we fix it

I can take y'all where you need to go
Down to my hood, back in them woods
We do it different round here, that's right
But we sure do it good and we do it all night

So if you really want to know how it feels
To get off the road with trucks and four wheels
Jump on in and, man, tell your friends
We'll raise some hell where the black top ends

I'm chilling on a dirt road
Laid back, swerving like I'm George Jones
Smoke rolling out the window
An ice cold beer sitting in the console

Memory lane up in the headlights
Its got me reminiscing on them good times
I'm turning off a real life drive and that's right
I'm hitting easy street on mud tires, let's ride

Yeah, I'm chilling on a dirt road
Laid back, swerving like I'm George Jones
Smoke rolling out the window
An ice cold beer sitting in the console

Memory lane up in the headlights
Its got me reminiscing on them good times
I'm turning off a real life drive and that's right
I'm hitting easy street on mud tires, let's ride

30/108

Tuesdays Gone

Happy Tuesday All! Why do I love Tuesday? Because its not Monday. Why do I hate Tuesday? Because its not Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday. Oh well, gotta get through today to get to tomorrow, right?

Every day of my life is another mission. Decisions, whether good or bad, come and go. Struggles, are always here, and it all comes down to how you handle them. You do what you have to do to be happy. That's the bottom line. Chasing the American dream makes people happy. My struggles, are what make me happy, because I know that I can do anything it takes to get through them.

Here's to another day, another struggle, and happiness to all!

Tuesdays Gone
Lynyrd Skynyrd

Train roll on, on down the line,
Please take me far, away
Now I feel the wind blow outside my door,
Means I'm leaving my woman at home.
Tuesday's gone with the wind.
Well my baby's gone with the wind.

And I don't know oh where I'm going.
I just want to be left alone.
Well, when this train ends I'll try again,
But I'm leaving my woman at home

(Tuesday's gone with the wind.) X 3
My baby's gone with the wind.
Train roll on.
Tuesday's gone.

Train roll on many miles from my home,
See, I'm riding my blues away. Yeah.
Tuesday, you see, she had to be free
But somehow I've got to carry on.
Lord And.

(Tuesday's gone with the wind) X 3
My baby's gone with the wind.

Train roll on.
Ahh on.
Cause my baby's gone.
Im riding my blues day.
Train roll on blue.
(Ride on train.) X 2
Ride my blues day.
Goodbye Tuesday. X2
Ahh Train.

 

29/108

As the World Goes Around

Happy Monday All! I hope everyone is enjoying this craptastic weather we are having! I know I'm not! Here's my weekend, and a little more.

Friday- Woke up at the hotel, and got to work extra early. I knew the snow was going to come down, so I wanted to leave right after our meeting. I ended up leaving at about 2. Drove home slowly with not much of a delay. Then I made the choice to still drive down to Virginia, to see a friend who just got back from over-seas. The drive took a little longer than usual, because the roads were a little snow covered and icy, but I made it. We basically sat around and BS'd for a while, then went to Buffalo Wild Wings for some dinner and Hockey. Afterwards, we went back to his house and talked a little more. Great to have you back buddy! I got back home at about 2am.

Saturday- Went to the gym at 10am. A little later than usual because of the late night before. Got back home, cleaned a little then went to the Moose Lodge. There was the annual Cancer benefit with a silent auction and poker game. When I wasn't playing poker, I was helping the beautiful bartender the best I could. I'll learn this back of bar thing, but I don't know how these women do it. I was exhausted by 9pm. So I went home and crashed out on the couch.

Sunday- Woke up at 0630 for the gym again. got home, cleaned a little more, then waited for by friend to get there. We ended up going to the NRA Hunting and Outdoor Expo. It was fun, but it seemed like it was mostly Taxidermy, so it didn't take too long to walk through. Afterwards, we went to the antique store, then furniture shopping. I found a couch that I really like, but I'm still debating on whether or not to purchase it. I just have so many things I want and need now, not sure if a new couch is in the budget. Then we went to dinner. Great day, I just wish weekends were longer.

My only problem with this weekend was my weigh in. I gained weight. I need to get back on this diet so that I can accomplish more goals. This means, no more eating out, and watching everything that goes into my mouth (no smart ass comments please). I am even debating giving up coffee, but I don't know if I can manage that...

Well, That's all I have for today! I hope everyone has a great week! I'll be back tomorrow!

28/108

Long Time Coming

Well here we go again! Happy Friday All! Thank God for short weeks. Too bad we won't have another one for about a month.

Last night I stayed in a Hotel about a mile from work. Really nice room, good food at the restaurant, and a comfortable bed. I stayed there, because I got out of work later than usual last night, and I came in early this morning, so that I can beat the snow tonight. See! Every so often I do use my brain!

Anyway, here's my tentative weekend plans:

Friday- Work, then head down to see a friend in Virginia. Haven't seen him in about a year. Time to catch up, and see what kind of trouble we can get in. Knowing us, its usually a lot!

Saturday- Gym first thing in the morning. Then the oil change i was supposed to do last weekend. Yea, I know, I have been slacking! lol. Then off to the Moose for the annual charity poker game.

Sunday- Who knows.... Gym first thing, then the day is sort of open... We'll see...

Well, that's all I have for today! everyone have a great weekend!

25/113.2

Screw the Snow

Happy Wednesday All... I'm in a much better mood today then I was yesterday.

Well, I woke up and there was snow on the ground... Just a dusting, so I went to the gym anyway. That was dumb of me... The Orange blaze of glory never fails, but she still doesn't like the snow. Maybe, I'll buy her some new tires as a good faith present that I won't work her so hard in the cold for much longer.

Then It was time to go home, shower, and head to work. I got in the car at 5am... I got to work after 0730... Ugh... Stupid snow... At least I made it in. Tonight, I am going to stay down here and come to work early, so that I can leave before it gets bad and I have to drive for 6 hours just to get home.

Well all, that's about it. I hope everyone makes it to where they need to be safely. If you can stay home, please try to. Its a little bit messy out there!

24/113.2

Brrrrrr

Happy Hump Day All! Its getting a little cold outside. It was 9 degrees when I woke up this morning. At least I'm not up at my Aunts house in Minnesota where it was -23 yesterday. That's without the wind chill (-45 with wind). Forget that. I would much rather be in Florida where it is currently 67 Degrees, with a high of 76 today....

Picture this-

Go to work every day of the year, come out and the weather is between 60 degrees (winter) and 90 degrees (summer). That's the weather in the Florida Keys. I can keep doping this fluctuation of temperatures. I think we saw 105 this summer, and now we are in the single digits? That is a crazy difference in temperature change. At least be consistent mother nature, please? Its supposed to snow Friday. If this screws up my weekend plans, I am going to be one unhappy soldier.... Its bad enough its too cold to run outside. Before you jump to any conclusions, no, I'm not afraid of the cold to run. Its the ice. Legs get broken on ice, and I'm thinking safety first.

Well, thats all I have for this morning. Keep rocking all, and by god, try to stay warm....

Colder Weather
By Zac Brown Band

She'd trade Colorado if he'd take her with him
Closes the door before the winter lets the cold in,
And wonders if her love is strong enough to make him stay,
She's answered by the tail lights
Shining through the window pane
[Chorus:]
He said I wanna see you again
But I'm stuck in colder weather
Maybe tomorrow will be better
Can I call you then
She said you're ramblin' man
You ain't ever gonna change
You gotta gypsy soul to blame
And you were born for leavin'

At a truck stop diner just outside of Lincoln,
The night is black as the coffee he was drinkin',
And in the waitress' eyes he sees the same 'ol light shinin',
He thinks of Colorado
And the girl he left behind him

He said I wanna see you again
But I'm stuck in colder weather
Maybe tomorrow will be better
Can I call you then
She said you're ramblin' man


You ain't ever gonna change
Got a gypsy soul to blame
And you were born for leavin'(born for leavin')

Well it's a winding road
When your in the lost and found
You're a lover I'm a runner
We go 'round 'n 'round
And I love you but I leave you
I don't want you but I need you
You know it's you who calls me back here

Oh I wanna see you again
But I'm stuck in colder weather
Maybe tomorrow will be better
Can I call you then
Cause I'm a ramblin' man
I ain't ever gonna change
I gotta gypsy soul
And I was born for leavin' (born for leavin')

And when I close my eyes I see you
No matter where I am
I can smell your perfume through these whispering pines
I'm with your ghost again
It's a shame about the weather
I know soon we'll be together
And I can't wait till then
I can't wait till then

Happy Tuesday!

Well, Here's to another long weekend! If you are reading this, Happy Tuesday and welcome back! Wasn't really much to my weekend, but like always here is what went down:

Friday- Moose Lodge to help out. Arrived home at about 11pm. Honestly, that's probably the latest I have stayed out in a while.

Saturday- Woke up bright and early to go to the gym. Hit Walmart for a few items, then it was into Frederick to pick a friend up. Stopped at the antique store (now I feel old), walked around, then it was off to Creekside Tavern for some poker. The poker game there was good, but there was just no personality with the crowd. It was boring. After that we went to a friends house for some corn hole, and to hang out. All-in-all, it was a great day.

Sunday- Gym bright and early. Studying, hanging out, and watching TV.

Monday- Cleaned, went grocery shopping, watched a little more TV, then it was off to the Moose for our bi-monthly Officers meetings....

Well, now that I put it all down on paper, my weekend was pretty damn boring other than Saturday.

Yesterday was Inauguration Day...... Yup, that's all I have to say about that.

Well, everyone have a great week. Hopefully, I have some more exciting stuff to write about in the near future!

22/115.2

What a Weekend Planned

Well Good Friday Everyone! Between all the political banter, and sports stars doing wrong (or being wronged, but lets see how that one plays out), I want you to remember, you only live once, have fun with it!

Well with no further delay, here's my tentative weekend:

Friday- Moose Lodge, hopefully I will make it through the whole night, if not, my happy ass is going home and going to sleep.

Saturday- Gym, then possibly the Moose, then out with some friends for some poker. Once again, who knows. I may mix some reading and studying in there.

Sunday- Gym, then helping a friend change the oil in her car. I might even do mine too while we are at it. Then, probably more housework and studying, but I am going to watch the games somewhere.

Monday- Yea, that's right, I have a long weekend. Cleaning, and nothing else planned. Maybe it will be a relaxing day.

Well that's it.... Now from the looks at it, it may be a rather boring weekend. We'll see what it will bring. Gotta get the house cleaned, so anyone that want to come do that is more than welcomed. I'm kidding, I'll do it eventually.

Have a great weekend all!

18/111.4

Thursday 1/17/13

Good Morning All! Happy Thursday! Sorry for the lack of post yesterday, but I was sick, and just didn't feel up to writing. So here we go, another fun filled day in the life of Sam.

Well this weekend I have to sort of redeem myself for the crappy football picks. So far I am 5-3, after the shelling I took last weekend (1-3). So with no further delay, here we go:

Sunday 3pm

San Francisco vs Atlanta- After Kaepernick ran all over the opposition last week, I have begun to believe he may be a quality QB. I still think he's a thug, but I can't go against his ability to run. His passing is average, but gets the job done. Matt Ryan can pass, and he has the weapons to do so. Both Defenses show signs of weakness at times, so this should be an offensive showdown. Can Atlanta keep up with the last second heroics? We will see...

Atlanta wins 35-32...

Sunday 6:30 pm

Baltimore vs New England- I'm really tired of Tom Brady. Well honestly, as a Jets fan, I have been tired of him since he entered the league. The Patriots defense has been non-existent this year. On the other side, Baltimore has been mostly defense, with spurts of Offensive genius. Ray Lewis is still looking good after 17 years in the league. I'm hoping for a Super Bowl for him.

Baltimore wins 28-27

These will be 2 close games to see who goes to this years Superbowl, which I probably won't even watch since I have Drill that day. Oh well, I would probably only watch for the commercials anyway!

Well I hope everyone has a great day! Keep on Rocking, the weekend is almost here!

17/111.6

A New Day

Happy Tuesday All!

Well last night was a pretty exciting night for a few of my friends. They all came home from over-seas, and I can tell you that they all are glad to be back. I can't wait to see them all again, its going to be one hell of a party!

As for me, I didn't sleep much, like usual. I got up at 3am to go to the gym. I worked my ass off this morning and now its time to get work done! I don't really have much to say today (Once again, its because of the lack of sleep, nothing else).

Hope everyone has a great day! Tomorrow is this weeks football preview!

Soldier’s Creed

I am an American Soldier.
I am a warrior and a member of a team.
I serve the people of the United States, and live the Army Values.
I will always place the mission first.
I will never accept defeat.
I will never quit.
I will never leave a fallen comrade.
I am disciplined, physically and mentally tough, trained and proficient in my warrior tasks and drills.
I always maintain my arms, my equipment and myself.
I am an expert and I am a professional.
I stand ready to deploy, engage, and destroy, the enemies of the United States of America in close combat.
I am a guardian of freedom and the American way of life.
I am an American Soldier.

111.4/15

What a Difference

Happy Monday All! I hope you all enjoyed it as much as I did!

Football picks didn't go over so well, I went 1-3 this weekend, and the one I was really hoping I was wrong on, I wasn't. Overall, I am 5-3 for the postseason. Not horrible, but not great either. We'll see how I feel on Wednesday for who I pick on this one.

Pretty good weekend, sometimes boring, but here it is anyway:

Friday- Work, then I went home. I was in bed by 9. Pretty boring to be home alone on a Friday night. I am starting to think that I am getting old.

Saturday- Woke up early and headed down to the NRA with a friend. We went to the museum and spend a few hours there. Its free to get in, and if you have any interest in history or guns, I would suggest making the trip at least once. Then we went around the back to the shooting range. Its a really nice indoor range from what I see. There was a 3 hour wait to shoot, so we decided to come back some other time. I am still looking for a name for the rifle, but that will come later. So we took the trip back to Hagerstown, and decided to go to the antique shops. I am trying to start a firearms collection, so I was looking for some old relic rifles or handguns. Didn't find much, but my friend did find an old wooden milk crate that I turned into a wine rack. Went home, cooked dinner, and watched the football game.

Sunday- Gym first thing in the morning. Then I fixed the milk crate so that it would hold the wine bottles. The rest of the day I just sort of laid around, read a little, and did a little bit of cleaning. Next weekend is an extended weekend, so I will do housework all weekend.

Well, that's it all! I hope your weekend was eventful! Have a great week!

111.4/14

Facing My Rights

Happy Friday All! Glad you have made it another week! I hope you all have a lot of good things planned for the weekend. Its supposed to be unseasonably warm here this weekend, so I plan on spending as much time as possible being active.

Here's the tentative plans for this weekend. Ready? So am I!

Friday- Moose Lodge. Haven't been there in a while. I think I may even play a game of poker. We'll see. Gotta go home and get ready for Saturday.

Saturday- Wake up early and go for a run. Its going to be warm, so why not? Then its down to Fairfax, Va to the NRA headquarters. I'm finally going to shoot the new rifle. I bought it a year ago and there still haven't been any rounds through her. She still doesn't have a name yet, and as you all know, I name all of my weapons. Its just a small 22LR, but she'll put a hurting on you. There's also a museum there that I am going to check out. Should be a good day of fun. I'll listen to the football games on the radio, just to see how I did for my picks.

Sunday- Gym and weigh in's first thing. Then its home to work on maintenance, cleaning, and maybe a little studying if time permits. I have a few things to memorize for my school in July, so I want to knock that out. The sooner, the better right?

Well that's all! I hope everyone has a great weekend! Talk at you on Monday!

11/115.6

Thursday 1/10/13

Well Its Thursday All! I hope its good for you!

For me, it hasn't started all that well. I tried going to bed a little before 9 last night, and I just didn't sleep. This hasn't happened in some time, so I guess I was due. There's just too much on my mind.

Life has a funny way of telling you to slow things down, and my mind is telling me not to rush life. Things will come, they just take time. I am destined for greatness, but how I get there is yet to be seen.

I don't have too much today. That's what happens when I don't sleep. Its hard to put my mind on paper.

Have a good one all! Talk at you tomorrow! Keep fighting, its almost the weekend.

Blurry
by Puddle of Mud

Every thing's so blurry
And every one's so fake
And every body's empty
And everything is so messed up
Preoccupied without you
I cannot live at all
My whole world surrounds you
I stumble then I crawl

You could be my someone
You could be my scene
You know that I'll protect you
From all of the obscene
I wonder what your doing?
Imagine where you are?
There's oceans in between us
But that's not very far

Can you take it all away
Can you take it all away
Well you shoved it in my face
This pain you gave to me
Can you take it all away
Can you take it all away
Well you shoved it my face

Everyone is changing
There's no one left that's real
To make up your own ending
And let me know just how you feel
'Cause I am lost without you
I cannot live at all
My whole world surrounds you
I stumble then I crawl

And you could be my someone
You could be my scene
You know that I will save you
From all of the unclean
I wonder what your doing?
I wonder where you are?
There's oceans in between us
But that's not very far

Can you take it all away
Can you take it all away
Well you shoved it in my face
This pain you gave to me
Can you take it all away
Can you take it all away
Well you shoved it my face
This pain you gave to me

Nobody told me what you thought
Nobody told me what to say
Everyone showed you where to turn
Told you when to runaway
Nobody told you where to hide
Nobody told you what to say
Everyone showed you where to turn
Showed you when to runaway

Can you take it all away
Can you take it all away
Well you shoved it in my face
This pain you gave to me
Can you take it all away
Can you take it all away
Well you shoved it my face
This pain you gave to me
No this pain you gave to me
This pain you gave to me

You take it all
You take it all away
Explain again to me
You take it all away
Explain again to me
Take it all away
Explain again
Explain again
Explain again

10/115.6

Football- Divisional Playoffs

Well Happy hump day all! Half way through the week! I hope everyone is getting it done.

After my stunning week of picks last week, here we go again... Can I make it 8 for 8, guess only this weekend will tell. With no further wait, here we go!

Saturday-

Baltimore At Denver- Rematch of week 15. Denver won in a fashion known only to Alabama. It was a blow out. Is Payton Manning just too much for the Baltimore Defense? This week, the defense will have Ray Lewis and Terrell Suggs playing like there is no tomorrow. Will this be Ray's last game?

Yes.... Denver wins 21-17

Green Bay At San Francisco- Rematch of week 1. A lot has happened since then. San Fran has a new QB. Can he stand up to the Packers defense? Aaron Rogers looked shaky in the first match-up, can he re coop and take this one? The Packers lost the first meeting...

They won't lose this one- Packers win 30-14

Sunday-

Seattle at Atlanta- This is the only match-up that isn't a replay from earlier in the season. The Seahawks have been absolutely great on defense. The Falcons have been good all around, but lately have looked a little shaky. This will come down to who prepares better, and who really wants to win.

Seattle wins 28-21

Houston at New England- The Patriots took the first meeting 4 weeks ago in a good old fashioned ass-whooping. I hate the Patriots, but the Texans have looked rather horrible the last 5 weeks (3 loses). Tom Brady, like always comes out for playoff games to embarrass the other team.

Unfortunately Patriots win 38-14

Well there it is... Take it too the bank!

I hope everyone has a great day! Keep on humping!!!

9/115.4

Welcome to the Grind

Hello Tuesday! Also, Hello to the gym hard core again. I have revised my goal, then I will stop losing weight and just maintain. I know goals are supposed to be know, but this one I will keep to myself until it is achieved.

I really appreciate short weeks when we have a few long ones in a row. I'm thinking of saying screw everything this weekend and just relaxing with a few books. I don't think I have locked myself in the house for a while..... I also need to finish a few projects around the house, so maybe this would be a good time to do so. Next long weekend is in 2 weeks.... Hmmmm.... What to do?

Anyway, Anyone see the Alabama vs the High School team of Notre Dame that showed up? I was torn on who to root for this game, so I just went to sleep... Woke up and saw that Alabama crushed them... There we go SEC, way to show them how its done...

That's all I have for today! I hope everyone has a great one!

8/115.4

Another Green Weekend

Good Morning All! Happy Monday!

Just to let everyone know, my football picks went 4 for 4 this weekend. This weeks picks will be entered this weekend, and should be a little tougher to pick. We'll see how it goes.

Here was my weekend:

Friday- Stayed home and watched a couple of movies. Got uniforms ready for drill on Saturday and Sunday.

Saturday- Drill. Started the day off bright and early. Mission was to load up all of one of our platoons gear and bring it about 100 miles away. For those that don't know, I drive a large truck called a PLS. While loading this truck, I was securing the load with ratchet straps. One of the 20 or so straps broke. It whipped around and slapped me right in the cheek. Now for those of you that have never had this happen before, let me describe it a little for you: Its sort of like having a 300 pound woman slap you with all of her weight using a ping pong paddle.... Not the greatest feeling in the world. No blood, so the mission carried on. Then it was time to drive. Made it too our destination, unloaded, I got some of my uniforms, then we drove back. Once back, we did a few classes then left around 1830.

Sunday- Drill. Trained four lucky soldiers on how to drive the PLS. They all did fairly well (meaning, we didn't wreck anything), but they need a little more training. We had class, cleaned up, then left at around 1630.

Well, that's about all! I hope you had a great weekend! I'm thinking I need to take a trip here soon, but I haven't decided on where I will go just yet.

Have a great week!

7/115.4

Another Life Lesson

Well Happy Friday All!!! Another short week in the books, now we just wait until the next one. Yesterday, was an interesting day to say the least, and I learned a lot. Not getting into it on here, but its one of life's great lessons. This weekend should be a rather bland, uneventful weekend, but here's the schedule as planned:

Friday- Work. Then Haircut, finally may end up at the Moose for a little while.

Saturday and Sunday- Reserves.... Not sure whats going on this weekend, but I am sure we will have some great training, and just maybe my uniforms and equipment will have arrived.

Well, that's really all I have, told you that it was pretty boring.

I do want to mention that Sunday will be the one year anniversary of the event that changed my life. It is because of this event that I decided to work my butt off to lose weight, grow up, and do what I wanted to do, no matter what everyone else says or wants me to do. Its my life, and I will live it how I seem fit....

Its rather fitting that it falls on a reserve weekend, one of my greatest accomplishments!

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Sleep

Happy Thursday All!!! Well as the title goes, I didn't get much sleep last night so this post may be a short one. I went to bed at 9pm and woke up at 2am. For some of you, 5 hours may be heaven sent, for me however, this just doesn't cut it. I did however wake up with new thoughts. Do I go with whats in my head, or do I keep on the track I have set out for myself. I need to talk to a few people, but this may be a fairly easy Journey to partake in.

How about those bowl Football games? Can an SEC team win? Whats with all of these teams beating up on the good SEC teams. First LSU loses, then Florida... What the Hell?!?!?!

Tonight is Oregon Vs Kansas State. I would love to see Kasas State win, but Oregon is always a tough team to beat. Theres just something about Chip Kelly that I don't like. Oh well, at least the SEC gets a night off!

Well thats all I have for today! I hope everyone has a great day, and I hope you got a few more hours of sleep than I did!

3/115.4

Football Playoffs

Happy New Year All! Happy Hump Day Too! I hope everyone made it through to 2013! My night was fairly uneventful, I stayed at home and watched LSU play a great game against Clemson, ate some sushi, and drank a whole lot of wine. I hope everyone had a great day of reflection and promise making yesterday, you know most of you will break those resolutions withing the first month, but good luck either way....

Well Here it is, my football playoff preview. This year, I can almost be completely unbiased because neither of my favorite teams made the cut. Here we go:

Saturdays Games:

Cincinatti Vs Houston- This game will belong to JJ Watt. The Houston offense I believe will dominate the Cincy defense. Cincinnati has been scraping by for too long. On the other side, Houston hasn't looked as great as they did at the beginning of the season.

Houston wins 28-13

Minnesota Vs Green Bay- Deja Vu all over again? Lets look at last week. Green Bay couldn't stop Minnesotas offense, and even though he didn't break the record, Adrian Peterson still rushed for 199 yards. However, there is a change in venue. Can anyone win on the frozen tundra in Lambeau Field other then the Packers?

Green Bay wins 31-21

Sundays Games:

Indianapolis Vs Baltimore- Indy has been hot, Baltimore has been fairly shaky the last few weeks. The have been up and down. However... Ray Lewis and Terrell Suggs should both be back, and that will bring the Defense to a whole new level. Can a rookie QB get past a veteran Defense? No...

Baltimore wins 21-16

Seattle Vs Washington- I have to admit, I have fallen onto the RG3 bandwagon. He has been hot, and he's probably the hottest QB in a long time. However, can you beat Seattle's defense? The have been putting up points like they are an offense. Seattle has been ultra-hot this season, only making a wild card game because the 49ers have been slightly better. I should pick Washington, because I will get a lot of hate mail if I don't. Start writing guys and gals...

Seattle wins 45-28

There we go all. I'm not saying I'm great at picking games, so don't bet on my predictions. We will re-evaluate come Monday morning!

Have a great New Year All! I'll be right here most of the time!

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