Saturday, January 31, 2009
Friday, January 30, 2009
Thursday, January 29, 2009
weekend
Tuesday, January 27, 2009
Odd fact
They did finally sand our road. After 3 cars have gone in the ditch. Looks like they used five gallons worth of it, on our 2 mile stretch of road. (cheap buzzturds) All the other roads got loaded with sand, but not ours. Last time they bothered to do a decent job on our road was right after the school bus almost went in the ditch. That was probably 10 years or more ago.
Don't you just love country living :D
Sunday, January 25, 2009
Dumb kids
A girl has been arrested on two counts of battery, and a boy has been referred to juvenile court on two counts of party to the crime of battery.
The rest of the article can be found here.
Looks like some people will do anything for a buck, regardless of the consequences. (shakes head)
Friday, January 23, 2009
Chat wandering
(I went into Police & Fire, Computer Lobby, and Pagan chat)
If you ever get bored, you might try it sometime.
Thursday, January 22, 2009
quiz
Your result for What Your Taste in Art Says About You Test...
Simple, Progressive, and Sensual
21 Ukiyo-e, 8 Islamic, 7 Impressionist, -30 Cubist, -37 Abstract and 21 Renaissance!
People that chose Ukiyo-e art tend to be more simplistic yet elegant. They don't care much about new style but are comfortable in creating their own. They like the idea of living for the moment and enjoy giving and receiving pleasure. They may be more agreeable than other people and do not like to argue. They do not mind following traditions but are not afraid to move forward to experience other ideas in life. They tend to enjoy nature and the outdoors. They do not mind being more adventurous in their sexual experiences. They enjoy being popular and like being noticed. They have their own unique style of dress and of presenting themselves. They may also tend to be more business oriented or at the very least interested in money making adventures. They might make good entrepreneurs. They are progressive and adaptable.
You can take the quiz here.
This particular quiz had true and false statements about me. The orange highlighted phrases are true, the purple highlighted phrases are not true. The ones not highlighted are more or less neutral.
Wednesday, January 21, 2009
work
Since starting there 2 years ago, I have earned a bit of a reputation for breaking things. On the upside, I have also learned how to fix those things. The maintenance guys know they only need to show me once, leave me the tools, and I won't be calling them back.
So, on Monday I walk into work, and the supervisor tells me I'm going to be running the 62" rotary cutter. I gave a slight look of shock as I explained I hadn't run that machine yet. I get a five minute crash course, then I'm left to my own devices. The R/O (rate of operation) for that machine, with 2 people (I had a packer) was 4.1 cases an hour. Today they gave me my R/O evaluation, I made 8.1 cases an hour. (does the happy me dance. oh yeah :D ) One of my coworkers told me ahead of time I broke rate, because she had heard them talking about it in the office, but I was still surprised I almost doubled it my first time on the machine. I have a bit of a competitive streak in me, so my goal next time will be to best myself.
What they neglected to tell me ahead of time, was that the material I would be working with has extremely sharp edges. (it's only paper for gawd sake) The tops of my hands now look like I played with razor blades and lost.
Tuesday, January 20, 2009
New President
I was going to give a little personal opinion (rant) on this particular subject, but I decided to save it for another day.
Let the new Pres. have his moment.
Sunday, January 18, 2009
California to withhold state tax refunds
"We can't pay you yet." That is what California is telling businesses and their residents.
(CNN) -- The check isn't in the mail, and it's not going to be for at least 30 days, California will start telling some of its creditors in February.Among those who will be left waiting for checks are thousands of businesses that provide services and products to the state; more than 1 million aged and disabled Californians who need to pay for rent, utilities or food; and individuals and businesses awaiting tax refunds to the tune of $1.91 billion.
The rest of the article can be found here
Um, just what exactly would happen if residents and businesses starting saying, "Sorry, I can't pay my taxes right now" ? Or if they decided to stop providing services to the state, for which they are Not getting paid, like most places do if you don't make your payments on time. How many more states will try that on their people? How many businesses will have to lay off workers , because they have no income coming in, with which to pay them? How soon before this country slips into total and utter economic destruction, because no one feels the need to pay who they owe?
Why is it, the state government has the right to say "nope not this month, and probably not next month either", just because they can't curb their spending? Why do innocent residents have to always pay the price ?
Can someone answer any of those questions for me??? Preferably in plain English, without all the governmental BS. I kind of doubt it.
Friday, January 16, 2009
Man Complains About Buddhas At KC Zoo
KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- The Kansas City Zoo has received a complaint about Buddha statues in an Asian-themed area.
Overland Park Man Calls Statues 'Infuriating To God'
Full article can be found here
I really wish people would just get over it. Although, I am kind of surprised that this time it's a proclaimed "Christian". I was under the impression Christians were taught tolerance. Maybe they are just tired of having everything they believe in slammed to the ground.
In God We Trust being removed from money. Under God being removed from the Pledge of Allegiance. Nativity scenes being removed from public places. Yeah, I can understand being cranky.
BUT........... How is it going to help your case to start acting like the rest of them.
Being Pagan, I don't get all upset over these little religious skirmishes regarding the removal of statues, phrases, scenes, what have you. I believe in: Live and let live. I also don't believe in forcing someone to follow my beliefs.
Thursday, January 15, 2009
What kind of American English do you speak.
15% Upper Midwestern
10% Yankee
0% Dixie
0% Midwestern
You can take the quiz here.
Well that really isn't very surprising, at least not to me :D
Wednesday, January 14, 2009
doesn't it figure
Subject | URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE |
Type | High Wind Alerts |
Expires | 1/16/2009 12:00:00 PM |
Updated | 1/14/2009 3:32:35 PM |
First Received | 1/13/2009 3:12:09 PM |
Severity | Watch |
Counties | Vilas (Wisconsin), Oneida (Wisconsin), Forest (Wisconsin), Florence (Wisconsin), Northern Marinette County (Wisconsin), Lincoln (Wisconsin), Langlade (Wisconsin), Menominee (Wisconsin), Northern Oconto County (Wisconsin), Marathon (Wisconsin), Shawano (Wisconsin), Wood (Wisconsin), Portage (Wisconsin), Waupaca (Wisconsin), Waushara (Wisconsin) |
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE GREEN BAY WI 323 PM CST WED JAN 14 2009 ...DANGEROUSLY COLD WIND CHILLS EXPECTED... .A VERY COLD...ARCTIC AIR MASS WILL REMAIN ENTRENCHED OVER THE UPPER MIDWEST INTO FRIDAY BRINGING DANGEROUS WIND CHILLS TO THE AREA. WIND CHILLS OF 35 TO 45 BELOW ZERO ARE EXPECTED ACROSS MUCH OF THE AREA TONIGHT. WIND CHILLS WILL RECOVER SOME THURSDAY AFTERNOON...THOUGH ARE EXPECTED TO DROP BACK DOWN INTO WARNING CRITERIA THURSDAY EVENING. VILAS-ONEIDA-FOREST-FLORENCE-NORTHERN MARINETTE-LINCOLN-LANGLADE- MENOMINEE-NORTHERN OCONTO-MARATHON-SHAWANO-WOOD-PORTAGE-WAUPACA- WAUSHARA- INCLUDING THE CITIES OF...EAGLE RIVER...RHINELANDER...CRANDON... TOMAHAWK...ANTIGO...KESHENA...WAUSAU...WISCONSIN RAPIDS... STEVENS POINT...WAUTOMA 323 PM CST WED JAN 14 2009 ...WIND CHILL WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 12 PM CST FRIDAY... ...WIND CHILL ADVISORY IS CANCELLED... THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE IN GREEN BAY HAS CANCELLED THE WIND CHILL ADVISORY. THE WIND CHILL WARNING IS NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 12 PM CST FRIDAY. WIND CHILLS OF 35 TO 45 BELOW ZERO ARE EXPECTED OVERNIGHT TONIGHT AND THEN AGAIN ON THURSDAY NIGHT. WIND CHILLS THIS LOW WILL CAUSE FROST BITE IN 10 TO 15 MINUTES. SOME RECOVERY IS EXPECTED DURING THE DAYTIME HOURS ON THURSDAY...THOUGH CONDITIONS ARE STILL EXPECTED TO REMAIN DANGEROUS. A WIND CHILL WARNING MEANS THAT VERY COLD AIR AND WINDS WILL GENERATE DANGEROUSLY LOW WIND CHILL VALUES. THIS WILL RESULT IN FROSTBITE AND LEAD TO HYPOTHERMIA OR DEATH IF PRECAUTIONS ARE NOT TAKEN. IF YOU MUST VENTURE OUTDOORS...MAKE SURE YOU WEAR A HAT AND GLOVES. The advisory has been canceled, and we are now under a warning. I just knew it. Mother Nature wasn't happy with just giving us frigid cold, she had to toss in high winds to go with it. Can someone point me in the direction of the nearest HOT deserted island? Come to think of it, I will even put up with people on it, as long as it is HOT. |
Monday, January 12, 2009
brrrrrrrrrr
OK this is wrong on so many levels. When the daily high can't even break 0. This temperature is BEFORE any windchill is factored in. And from what I am seeing, we will be having some wind. Which means that number is going to drop like a stone.
Mother Nature, no offense intended, but would you QUIT this chit.
Sunday, January 11, 2009
Saturday, January 10, 2009
How the economy is affecting small towns
cats
Thursday, January 8, 2009
Kiefer Sutherland - Hunk of the month
Song of the week
This is Winger - Can't Get Enough
Tucker
Monday, January 5, 2009
meme snagged from Snigs
1. Do you like blue cheese?
nope, cheddar or nothing.
2. Have you ever smoked?
Yeppers.
3. Do you own a gun?
You mean someone doesn't have one? :O
rifles, shotguns, and a pistol, also have a couple crossbows.
4. What flavor of Kool Aid was your favorite?
grape
5. Do you get nervous before a doctors appointment?
nope
6. What do you think of hot dogs?
quick lunch
7. Favorite Christmas movie?
The grinch who stole Christmas
.8. Favorite thing to drink in the morning?
coke
9. Can you do push ups?
yes, but I wimp out at 10.
10. What’s your favorite piece of jewelry?
a copper cuff bracelet with the sun and moon on it
11. Favorite hobby?
reading, playing on the computer
12. Do you have A.D.D.?
nope
13. What’s one trait you hate about yourself?
my smoking
14. Middle name?
Elizabeth
15. Name 3 thoughts at this exact moment?
1. this is a really dumb commercial (credit report.come)
2. what was the name of that song I wanted to find
3. is it Thursday yet?
16. Name 3 drinks you regularly drink?
coke, coke zero, orange juice
17. How many siblings do you have?
three
18. Current hate right now?
political correctness
19. Favorite place to be?
home
21. Where would you like to go?
Australia, Ireland
22. Name three people who might complete this:
Larry, Moe and Curly ( I have no idea)
23. Do you own slippers?
slippers? what are those. no I have shoes on as soon as I get up.
24. What shirt are you wearing?
Navy blue t-shirt
25. Do you like sleeping on satin sheets?
sometimes :D
26. Can you whistle?
yes
27. Favorite color?
purple
28. Would you be a pirate?
can I have a sword?
29. What songs do you sing in the shower?
I don't sing in the shower, I sing in the car though. classic rock
30. Favorite Girls Names?
Heidi, Nicole
31. Favorite boy’s names:
Jacob, Anthony
32. What is in your pocket?
no pockets
33. Last thing that made you laugh?
idiots in the chat room
34. What vehicle do you drive?
black jeep liberty, little suv with a lot of attitude
35. Worst injury you’ve ever had?
I have broke many things( arm, ankles, thumbs) that is the extent of injuries.
36. Do you love where you live?
if it was warm, I would love it.
37. How many TVs do you have in your house?
four
38. Who is your loudest friend?
can't think of any I would categorize as loud.
39. Do you have any pets?
8 cats, 2 dogs, 4 fish, 2 horses.
40. Does someone have a crush on you?
not that I know of
41. Your favorite book(s):
anything between a front and back cover
specifically sci-fi, mystery, crime
42. Do you collect anything?
books and music
43. Favorite Sports Team?
Minnesota Vikings
44. What song do you want played at your funeral?
Go rest high on that mountain
Sunday, January 4, 2009
football
Well, I saw it coming, and it has happened. Minnesota lost to Philly 14 - 26. Just once I would like to be proven wrong when it comes to my team. At half time it was close, at 14 - 16 they had a chance to pull it off. But NO, they had to go screw up once again.
Saturday, January 3, 2009
quiz
Your result for The 4-Variable IQ Test...
Mathematical
10% interpersonal, 20% visual, 20% verbal and 50% mathematical!
Brother-from-another-mother! Like mine, your highest scoring intelligence is Mathematical. You thrive on logic, numbers, things representing numbers, and sets of things that are sets of other things, with numbers nowhere in sight. You probably like the online comic called XKCD, and if you don't, check it out.
You probably knew you'd score "Mathematical" as you took the test, and mathy types are usually super-high scorers on this axis, and low on the others. Why? Because you (we) yearn for math.
Anyway, your specific scores follow. On any axis, a score above 25% means you use that kind of thinking more than average, and a score below 25% means you use it less. It says nothing about cognitive skills, just your interest.
Your brain is roughly:
10% Interpersonal
20%Visual
20%Verbal
50%Mathematical
Matching Summary: Each of us has different tastes. Still, I offer the following advice to the world.
1. Don't date someone if your interpersonal percentages differ by more than 20%.
2. Don't be friends with someone if your verbal percentages differ by more than 25%.
3. Don't have sex with someone if your math scores differ by over 40%. You might kill them.
Update: You can take the quiz here, Sorry folks .Yep, that would be me to a T.
Robbers Target OxyContin In Grand Chute
Police Seargent Todd Zolkowski said one suspect had a gun, and the two demanded the prescription painkiller OxyContin when they entered the home around 2am Friday.
The two got away with the drugs and some cash.
According to police, there were two people in the home, a man and a woman, and one of them was hit in the head with the gun, causing a cut that required stitches. Both were taken to Appleton Medical Center, treated and released.
It’s the second of two home invasions in the area in recent months. In both cases the suspects demanded the prescription drug.
Police said there has been an increase in thefts targeting prescription drugs, and the thieves either sell the drugs or steal them for their own habits.
Police believe this was not a random act and are now searching for the suspects. They say the men are between 22 and 30 years old. The first suspect is either White or Hispanic, between 5’2’’ and 5’3, ” and was wearing a brown sweater and a black bandana. The second suspect was White, 5’8” -5’9.” He had Orange or Light Brown Hair and was wearing black clothing and a red bandana.
What's going to happen if they break in a place with no drugs? If they are indeed armed, things could go from bad to extremely ugly very quickly.
Thursday, January 1, 2009
they lied
New Year
Hope you all had a safe and fun one. May the new year bring you nothing but joy and prosperity.