| 12/15/2007 |
Karen and I watched the movie Superbad last night. Good one-liners. I worked
today. Karen and Bridget went to Baltimore to see Grandpa Allen.
Carroll College in Montana won the NAIA football championship....again!
|
| 12/14/2007 |
Bridget and I went to the model trains at Brookside Gardens. We met Rebecca
and her daddy there. Fun time. We also walked outside since it was nice
out. Later, Bridget and I went to the library to return books and we ran
into Bridget's friend and classmate Teresa!
I finished the book "Black Water," by Joyce Carol Oates. I didn't
care for it that much.
|
| 12/12/2007 |
I finished the movie Oceans 13. Almost as good as 11 and of course better
than 12. |
| 12/11/2007 |
I went to the dentist yesterday. No problems. Bridget was good.
I happened on the site linkedin.com. Professional "networking site."
Set up my "profile." Wasn't reading the directions carefully when
it asked to send notification and invitations to my address book. So, my
Yahoo! address book all got invites. Sorry if you were on that list.
|
| 12/07/2007 |
Happy 40th to my friend Brad Pfaff.
Bridget and I joined Jonathan and his daughter Rebecca at the Meadowside
Nature Center. We enjoyed the exhibits and the snow. We all came to our
house and Rebecca and Bridget made a snowman. Then played inside. Fun fun.
|
| 12/04/2007 |
Bridget went to preschool today. Windy and cold. I got some Christmas Shopping
done and ran a couple errands. I also finsihed the book " Roads Not
Taken: Tales of Alternate History." It is a collection of short stories.
Not something I usually read, but I enjoyed it. Now on Bookcrossing.com!
|
| 11/30/2007 |
Bridget and I met Armann, his brother, and his dad Steve at the Meadowside
Nature Center in Montgomery County. It was the second time this week Bridget
and I had gone there (which was also the second time we had ever been there.)
Bridget and Armann played, mostly were nice to each other, and tuckered
each other out.
|
| 11/27/2007 |
I finished Talk to Me. Interesting to watch. |
| 11/26/2007 |
I finished "The Book of Fate," by Brad Meltzer. Good fun read.Need
to decide what I read next. |
| 11/24/2007 |
We watched the final espisode of The Sopranos. We've been watching the show
since Bridget was born. Personally, I didn't mind at all how the show ended.
I might have felt differently had I seen it live, but I think it ended fine.
|
| 11/23/2007 |
Been a couple of weeks since I last posted a blog entry. We had a great
Thanksgiving. Went to Baltimore at Mary's. Good food and company! It was
70 degrees when we left DC at noon, and it was high 40s with a stiff wind
when we returned at night. Windy today, but Bridget and I finished raking
the front yard. The County took away the leaves today. Now I just have to
do the backyard.....
|
| 11/09/2007 |
I have uploaded some photos from October,
2007. Enjoy! |
| 11/04/2007 |
I finished the book "The Plot Against America," by Philip Roth.
Excellent book; one of the best I've read in the past two or three years.
Chiefs got hammered. Washington Huskies won yesterday. My fantasy team did
ok...I should win. |
| 11/02/2007 |
Bridget and Karen went to a party in Baltimore tonight. I took the opportunity
to see a movie in a theater. I saw We Own the Night, with Mark Wahlberg.
Love Mark Wahlberg. Ok movie, not great. I ate at Five Guys for dinner.
|
| 11/01/2007 |
Bridget and I went to playgroup at Brian, Andrew, and Colin's house. They
have a big inflatable "bouncy." Fun times. Then we went to the
library. Later we went to a nearby farm to get two pumpkins. We all carved
one later. |
| 10/31/2007 |
Bridget had a good day. I drove her down to her mom's office and she attended
a Halloween party. I went to Pentagon City to kill time.
We went around the neighborhood tonight for Halloween. Bridget had a good
time. She got a lot of candy. People loved her witch costume. We also stopped
by our neighbor Nick's house and chatted for a while.
|
| 10/30/2007 |
At preschool today Bridget participated in a parade. She wore her witch
costume and walked down the sidewalk with her classmates and teachers. I'll
put some photos up soon.
|
| 10/28/2007 |
The rain finally stopped so I was able to get some yard work done. I mowed
the front and back and bagged some leaves.
We went to White Flint Mall so Bridget could partake in the Halloween festivities
there. She wore her witch costume again. She got a lot of candy! We went
to Jonathan's Pub for dinner afterwards.
|
| 10/27/2007 |
Bridget and Karen went to Teresa's house. She is in Bridget's class. It
was Teresa's third birthday. They had fun.
After I got back from work, we went to a Halloween party at our neighbor's
house. Fun fun and good food.
I watched the movie Hostel Part 2. Not as good as the first movie, but good
nonetheless.
|
| 10/26/2007 |
Bridget and I had a good few days alone. We ate out for dinners, went to
the library, went for walks, and she went to preschool twice. Karen got
home last night. Bridget was happy to see her mommy!
|
| 10/22/2007 |
We've been up to a lot. On Saturday evening we went to Cabin John Park to
ride the Halloween Train. I waited in line for two hours while Bridget and
Karen watched Halloween movies on a big screen. We met some nice people.
The train ride was fun!
Karen left yesterday for Arizona for a few days. Business trip. Bridget
and I are holding down the fort.
I watched the movie The Invisible. Not a bad flick, not a good flick.
I finished the book "All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten,"
by Robert Fulghum. Why have I waited so long to read this book? I don't
know.
|
| 10/17/2007 |
I finished reading "The Innocent Man," by John Grisham. Excellent
book. Non-fiction.
Monday at work Danica McKeller, of the Wonder Years, was in the store promoting
her book. Last night some fitness guru was there. |
| 10/15/2007 |
Happy anniversary to my brother Chris and his wife Erin!
I finished Entourage, Season Three: Part 2 today. I love that show! |
| 10/14/2007 |
I finally got some movies up. They are from this
past spring and summer. |
| 10/13/2007 |
I worked a short day. Then I joined Bridget and Karen at a birthday party
for Bridget's friend Joey. Moms, dads and kids had fun. Beer and brats for
the adults.
Karen and I watched the movie The Bridge. It is about the Golden Gate Bridge
and suicide jumpers. A very good documentary, despite the subject matter.
|
| 10/12/2007 |
Bridget's Grandpa Tom came for a visit Wednesday and Thursday. Wednesday
night we went to a Mexican/Latin American restaruant. Thursday Bridget,
myself and Grandpa Tom played at our house. We went for a walk and Bridget
collected leaves. Nice time. No photos because I still have to replace my
digital camera that was stolen from our house. Soon, soon.
|
| 10/08/2007 |
Happy Native American Extermination Day, also known as Columbus Day. What
a waste of a holiday.
I worked. Bridget and Karen swam and enjoyed the 88 degree weather. After
Bridget went to bed, we finished season five, part one of the Sopranos.
|
| 10/06/2007 |
Bridget had a good time at dance class yesterday. I worked at Borders. Busy
busy.
Karen and I watched Knocked Up. Not as good as I was expecting, but funny. |
| 10/05/2007 |
Bridget had playgroup at Willow's house. Fun time.
I finished the book "Blaze," by Stephen King. Very good, more
like his good, old stuff. |
| 10/02/2007 |
I finished the book "The
Mole People: Life in the Tunnels Beneath New York City," by Jennifer
Toth. Interesting read.
Today Bridget started going to preschool for 4 hours!
|
| 09/30/2007 |
Yesterday I worked. Karen and Bridget first went to Bridget's dance class.
Then they went to a fair at Bridget's preschool. Had a very good crockpot
meal Friday night.
I got to watch the UW Huskies play well against USC. Huskies lost, but it
was a good game. Chiefs won today. Not bad.
|
| 09/28/2007 |
Bridget's friends Joey and Lucas came over for a playdate. They shared toys
and played. Mostly......
|
| 09/24/2007 |
Good weekend. Karen and I watched Maxed Out, a documentary about the credit
card industry. Very good. Frontline also did a piece on the industry. I
pay my cards off every month thank you.
|
| 09/20/2007 |
Bridget and I had an eventful day today.
First, I took Bridget to preschool. She cried a bit, but made it through.
I went grocery shopping during those two hours. After school, I ran home
and plugged in the crockpot; the time was 11:40. Then we went to Sarah and
Aaron's playgroup. We returned at 1:10 pm.
Second, when we opened our front door, we noticed that the back door was
broken in. I called 911 to report an obvious burglary. Thankfully, nothing
of value was stolen...a broken! digital camera and that is about it. 'Course,
now i have to pay to put in new backdoors (we have two).
Our theory (me and the police officer) is that kids just looking for kicks
broke in. Oh, one thing they took was two juice boxes. Guess they were thirsty.
Greatttttttt.....
|
| 09/19/2007 |
I finished the book "Lisey's Story," by Stephen King.
Happy 29th birthday to my sister Rachael!
Also, click here for photos from Bridget's playgroup. |
| 09/18/2007 |
Bridget had her second day of preschool today. She enjoyed it, but was a
little upset at the beginning. In October she starts going to school four
hours at a time.
Speaking of preschool, here are some photos from her first
day last week!!
|
| 09/15/2007 |
Today is our sixth wedding anniversary! Karen, Bridget and I went out to
eat at a Latin American restaurant near our home. Then, Karen and I watched
the documentary Cocaine Cowboys. |
| 09/14/2007 |
I finished the movie Wild Hogs last night. I'll never get that 90 minutes
back..... |
| 09/13/2007 |
Yesterday we went to a music event at White Flint Mall. A guy played guitar
and sang songs for kids. Bridget sang and danced with other kids. Lots of
babies there! We then had a snack at Borders and rode the small train at
the mall. Fun! I had to work at night, so I was back at the mall later.
Today we had playgroup at our house! Bridget and nine of her friends played
outside, inside, and were LOUD. All cooperated....mostly....and most of
the time! I'll have pics of course. |
| 09/11/2007 |
Today was Bridget's first day of preschool! She cried a bit, but when we
picked her up, she was talking all about what she did. She ususally goes
twice a week, but won't until next Tuesday because this Thursday is a Jewish
holiday. I have a couple of photos to put up soon. |
| 09/09/2007 |
I mowed the lawn this morning, and weed-wacked some areas. Then we went
to Lake Needwood to play. We all rode the "tour boat"t here around
the lake. Saw some turtles, geese and ducks. Before that we ate at a new
BBQ restaurant in Derwood.
Oh, and the Washington Huskies are 2-0! Here comes Ohio State! Don't ask
me about my Chiefs....they lost 20-3 to Houston. Ouch.
|
| 09/07/2007 |
Bridget had a playdate with Armann. We went to Brookside Gardens and played.
Fun fun. Bridget showed Armann the turtles and fish. I fed Armann's two
month old brother part of a bottle.
We went to Five Guys for dinner. Good times.
|
| 09/06/2007 |
Today Bridget had orientation at preschool. Fun stuff. She had 45 minutes
of getting to know her teachers and classmates. I went to orientation for
parents. The school smells like my gradeschool. After orientation Bridget
and I went to playgroup at a friends' house.
We had dinner at Rebecca's house. Homemade pizza! Fun.
I finished Extras, Season One tonight. Doubt I'll see any other seasons.
Not a bad show, just not as entertaining as I thought it would be.
|
| 09/05/2007 |
Karen left today for Michigan. On business. So Bridget and I have the fort
to keep down. Today we are running some errands and going out to dinner.
I watched the movie Shooter. I love Mark Wahlberg.
|
| 08/31/2007 |
Funny how politics works. I thought McCain was invincible for the GOP nod.
Now, it looks like Huckabee is rising..... |
| 08/24/2007 |
We got back from Sesame Place, near Philadelphia. Great time! Weather cooperated
to a point....but at least it wasn't 99 degrees with high humidity. Bridget
loved all the rides and water attractions. I'll post photos soon. |
| 08/20/2007 |
Kitchen update......the cabinets are in and all done! The guys left today.
We have a temporary counterop (our old one) in. Fully functional kitchen.
Counterop in ten days or so (I hope.) Just need to replace one drawer door.
Fun fun! |
| 08/15/2007 |
I have finally put up some June,
2007 photos. Better late than never. |
| 08/14/2007 |
Kitchen work has begun. They took out the old kitchen and have started doing
the drywall work. Not much of that. They also ran wiring and such. All old
appliances and cabinets are GONE. Here
are a few photos, and I'll update them as work progresses. |
| 08/12/2007 |
We went to the DC Trolley Museum, which is about two-three miles or so from
our house. Bridget rode the trolley twice; me once; Karen twice. Nice collection
in the museum section, and a fun ride on an old trolley.
We are getting the kitchen ready to be remodeled. Deconstruction starts
tomorrow.
Last night I finished Entourage: Season Three, Part One. I love that show!
|
| 08/10/2007 |
I finished the book "The Skin Trade." It is a compilation of stories
by Stephen King and two other writers. Entertaining.
PS. It is hot here. |
| 08/06/2007 |
I found out that one of my grade school teachers passed away in late July.
Sister Dolores Crosby, who happened to be one of Bing Crosby's nieces. Here
is a link
to a terrific story on her. |
| 08/03/2007 |
I finished the book, "The Time Traveler's Wife," by Audrey Niffenegger.
Great read, one of my favorites. Excellent book! |
| 08/02/2007 |
Bridget and I went to playgroup at Marshall and Will, and Charlotte's house.
B had a good time.
Then, at night, I went to poker night again. Came out over a buck ahead.
Not bad.
|
| 07/30/2007 |
Eventful weekend. Saturday I worked, and then drove to Cabin John Park to
meet Karen and Bridget at a birthday party for Bridget's friend Armann.
Then home. Sunday we went to a farm in Montgomery County, for the county's
annual "Farm Day." We rode a tractor, played on a haystack, and
looked at animals. Fun fun. Then it rained, finally. Lot of it. As my dad
says, "We need it!"
|
| 07/22/2007 |
I watched Norbit. I'll never get that time back. |
| 07/21/2007 |
Harry Potter day at work. I went in last night as a customer to observe
the craziness. Crazy. Today at work it was nuts. Fun to see.
I did see former US Secretary of Education William Bennett shopping at the
store. Wonder if he was buying Harry Potter?
|
| 07/20/2007 |
Last night I played poker at the home of one of the mom's in Bridget's mommy
playgroup. (I'm the only dad.) The dad was the organizer, with his workmates.
I lost .90 at the end of the night. Low stakes.
Today we went to Bridget's friend Rebecca's house. We hung out with her,
her brothers, and her dad Jon. Fun stuff.
|
| 07/16/2007 |
I finished the book "Lies, And the Lying Liars Who Tell them: A Fair
and Balanced Look at the Right," by Al Franken. Good book!
I also know that I have to put up some photos and movies. I am behind on
that. Soon, I promise, soon! |
| 07/12/2007 |
Bridget's friends Margaret
and Kit came over for a visit with their daddy Kevin. We all had fun.
The kids played inside, out in the backyard, and went for a wagon ride.
Good times.
Bridget and I then went to Wheaton Woods park and spent
an hour and a half there. Bridget made some friends and played with a
dog named Charlie.
I also finished Season Two of Entourage. Love it!
|
| 07/09/2007 |
I watched The Good Shepherd. Good movie. Just a little too long. |
| 07/08/2007 |
I mowed the lawn and did some other small yard work. I didn't drink enough
water, so I had a small headache.
Karen, Bridget and I went to a new restaurant in downtown Rockville. Gordon
Busch. Good stuff. |
| 07/07/2007 |
I finished the book "The Kite Runner," by Khaled Hosseini. Great
book. A great book.
I worked six hours. Then came home and had a disgusting, disgusting "pad
thai" dish from CostCo. Ugh. I told Karen it was more like "pad
try."
|
| 07/05/2007 |
I worked for six hours yesterday. Then Karen, Bridget and I went to see
the fireworks on the Mall. We went to Karen's coworker Walt's condo, located
on Pennsylvania Avenue, NW. Great food, fireworks and fun. Made it there
and back with little trouble. |
| 07/03/2007 |
Karen and I saw Hall and Oates at the Strathmore. Excellent concert and
a great venue. Bridget's babysitter was her Grandmom Mary. She wasn't happy
to see us leave, but survived. |
| 07/02/2007 |
I finished the book "Murderer with a Badge," by Edward Humes.
Very good read. I like his stuff.
Tonight Karen and I are going to see Hall and Oates at the Strathmore. Should
be fun. |
| 06/27/2007 |
Bridget and I went to summer story hour at the library yesterday. Saw Sara
and Aaron and Avery. Daddy got to hold a three month old boy named Harlon!
It is hot as a sauna in DC now. 90s with high humidity. Like walking into
a bowl of hot soup. |
| 06/23/2007 |
I finished watching the first season of Entourage. Love it. |
| 06/22/2007 |
We had a nice Friday. Went to playgroup at Colin's, Andrew's, and Bryan's
house. Bridget had a lot of fun. Then she and I did a couple of errands
and played here. We did go on a nice stroller walk. Saw her friend Avery,
and played at her house. |
| 06/20/2007 |
I got an email that Bobby
Dreiling died last week. We are all getting older. |
| 06/17/2007 |
Happy Father's Day. I worked in the yard, mowing and putting down mulch.
Took out a bush root. Yes, the hottest day of the week, but the only time
I could do all that. Went to the Royal Mile for dinner.
Click
here for the Washington Post article and Bridget's front page photo.
|
| 06/15/2007 |
Bridget went to playgroup at Joey and Lucas' house. She walked in their
backyard forest with other kids. Fun fun!
I finished Season Two of Six Feet Under. Will start season three sometime
soon.
|
| 06/11/2007 |
Bridget went to Cabin John Park with her Grandma Scottie and her dad. They
rode the train and played on the playground. Then went to lunch at Five
Guys. Bridget said goodbye to her Grandma Scottie who was flying back to
Montana with Grandpa Tom. A good visit! Photos soon!
It has also been a week or so since Bridget last wore a diaper! Potty Power!!!!
|
| 06/10/2007 |
Bridget had fun with her two grandmothers and her mom. They went shopping
and out to lunch. Matt stayed home and cleaned the gutters and performed
other yard work. And fixed the bathroom sink. |
| 06/09/2007 |
We didn't do too much today. Bridget's grandparents came up for a visit.
We went to Wheaton Woods park, and played in our backyard. Bridget and her
mom then went to a birthday party in Baltimore. Matt and his parents went
to church and then to a great Greek restaurant in Rockville.
I watched the first four episodes of Entourage. Entertaining.
|
| 06/08/2007 |
Bridget hosted her Friday playgroup today! Lots of kids showed up: Joey,
Lucas, Sara, Aaron, Marshall, William, and Charlotte! Bridget showed off
her toys, her fish Fred, and her swingset. She even went on rides with other
kids in her wagon. I may have some photos later.
Bridget then spent the afternoon with her grandparents while her parents
went out to dinner and some house business.
|
| 06/07/2007 |
Went to the dentist today. All good. Bridget played nice while she waited.
Last night I finished "Digital Fortress," by Dan Brown. Not a
good read. I hope he doesn't publish again. More requests from other people
on www.paperbackswap.com. I'm telling you, it is a great site!
Bridget and I also went to the Air and Space Museum downtown. We met up
with her grandparents then came home and played. Fun fun! Went to a Mexican
restaurant in Wheaton for dinner. Good!
|
| 06/06/2007 |
Bridget had a nice visit today from her paternal grandparents! They watched
her while her daddy mowed the lawn. We then went to the Wheaton horse stables
and rode the merrygoround at Wheaton Regional Park. Had a nice chicken dinner
tonight. |
| 06/05/2007 |
Bridget and I went to a new playgroup....the resurrected Montgomery County
SAHD playgroup. The host lives less than a mile from our house, which is
nice. Three other dads there, with two having young babies.
I mailed a couple other books using www.paperbackswap.com and two cds as
well to www.swapacd.com. I'm telling you, they are great sites to get rid
of unwanted/read books and cds. Economical too....I'm just saying.....
|
| 06/04/2007 |
May is over (so sad.) We are looking forward to a great June. Bridget's
paternal grandparents are coming out tomorrow for a few days. That will
be fun.
It rained about an inch yesterday. So, I couldn't mow the lawn. I cleaned
the office and placed books on www.paperbackswap.com and cds on www.swapacd.com.
If you want to visit either, I encourage it. A great way to recycle and
save money!
|
| 05/31/2007 |
I finished reading "Flags of Our Fathers." Great book! |
| 05/28/2007 |
Yesterday we went to a shopping mall. Bridget rode a merrygoround there
four times. We shopped at Eddie Bauer.
I finished the movie Fast Food Nation. Not nearly as good as the book. |
| 05/26/2007 |
I worked today. Not a bad day at the bookstore. Busy though. Duh, it is
Saturday.
Bridget and Karen went to the zoo with Renee, Tim and Nick. They then went
to eat at Stained Glass Pub One. |
| 05/25/2007 |
Bridget had a good time at playgroup today. She walked through the woods,
played with a dog, and went on a swingset. She had fun.
Tried "Korean Ribs" in the crockpot. Good stuff. |
| 05/23/2007 |
The Sonics got the number two pick in the NBA draft! Should be an interesting
year for them. Of course, I still think their new owner is a jackass. |
| 05/21/2007 |
Didn't do too much today. We went to a park where Bridget played with two
other girls. At work tonight I helped the current President Bush's sister
find some books. |
| 05/20/2007 |
Busy weekend. I worked Saturday and Bridget and Karen did this and that.
Today, Grandmom Mary came over and played with Bridget and helped Karen
clean some of the front yard. I mowed the back, took care of some outside
business, etc. We tried two new Crockpot meals this weekend; one each night.
|
| 05/18/2007 |
Photos: March/April/May 2007.
Finally......
Yesterday Karen went to a spa for the day/night. Bridget and I had fun.
We went to Barnaby's for dinner. After Bridget went to bed, I watched Little
Children.
Today Bridget's friend Rebecca came over with her daddy Jonathan. We all
had fun.
|
| 05/16/2007 |
Bridget's friend Armann came over. They played on Bridget's new swingset
and fed her fish. Armann's dad Steve had fun too. Photos soon.
I went to the Royal Mile last night for my birthday dinner. Fish and chips
(almost as good as the Dubliner) a nice dessert, an Irish beer and a port
wine. Nice.
|
| 05/15/2007 |
I am 36 years old today. My warranty is running out. |
| 05/13/2007 |
After three Sundays, I have finished Bridget's swingset! I will post photos
soon. Finaly, finally!
Saturday night we watched The Last King of Scotland. Very good. |
| 05/11/2007 |
Bridget and I went to playgroup. It was at Andrew and Brian's house. Fun
times. Bridget climbed on their swingset and was a good girl. We also stopped
by the carpet store to put a down payment on new carpet. And got two houseplants
at Home Depot. Warm today...had to turn the AC on for a little bit. Great......
Happy Birthday to John Weinfurter!
|
| 05/10/2007 |
We had part of the interior of our house painted today. The living room,
upstairs hallway, and trim. Plus some trim in the playroom/den, and a trim
repair. Not bad price. Also sold my extension ladder to the foreman. Need
to get a smaller extension ladder than I had. Next step is carpet.
|
| 05/07/2007 |
I finished the movie Walmart: The High Cost of Low Price. I was expecting
a documentary on Walmart. Instead, this was a hatchet job on Walmart. Frontline
did an episode on Walmart once; that was more two-sided. I won't get these
95 minutes back!
|
| 05/06/2007 |
Today we went to a birthday party for Bridget's friend Aviary. Bridget played
on the swingset, went on an "adventure hunt," and had a good time.
So did her mommy and daddy.
|
| 05/01/2007 |
Happy May 1, 2007! May is my favorite month.
Bridget had her first dental visit today. She allowed the dentist to count
her teeth. No problems. Good to go for another six months. |
| 04/28/2007 |
I finished the book "The Brief History of the
Dead," by Kevin Brockmeier. Interesting and fun read. I think I'll
eventually read other books by him. I'll return this one to the library
this coming week.
I also finished the movie Half Nelson. The star, Ryan Gosling, was nominated
for Best Actor for this year's Academy Awards. Very good movie.
|
| 04/22/2007 |
Last night I watched This Film is Not Yet Rated. A documentary on the movie
ratings system. Interesting.
Today I cleaned the gutters, "summerized" the lawn mower, mowed
the lawn, cleaned up sticks, and put down mulch in the front yard's flower
beds. Ate at Five Guys as a reward. Karen and Bridget went to Cabin John
Park. Lot of kids playing. Great weather (finally.)
|
| 04/20/2007 |
Bridget had a busy, busy day. She went to playgroup at Sara and Aaron's
house. It was Sara's first birthday. Then later in the day she went to Rebecca's
house to play. She jumped on a huge trampoline and played on swings. |
| 04/13/2007 |
Bridget hosted her first playgroup today! Only one family came from the
group....everyone else was either sick, out of town, or had family commitments.
Andrew and Brian, identical twins, had fun playing with Bridget and her
toys.
I saw The Departed last night. Very good.
|
| 04/12/2007 |
Bridget's paternal great-grandmother Mimi died this morning. Here is a photo
of them together. |
| 04/10/2007 |
Not much going on here. Bridget has a touch of something, but is feeling
better. I'm getting over a cold/allergies/something. Karen had it first.
I don't have it nearly as bad as she did. Would be nice if the weather warmed
up! It was colder this Easter than on Christmas Day 2006. |
| 04/05/2007 |
I finished the book "Revelations,"
by M. Scott Byrnes. It was a quick read (obviously). On sale on Ebay
if you want it cheap.
Bridget had her three year checkup today. She did well, but didn't like
geting pricked by a needle! Well, who does? All's well.
|
| 03/31/2007 |
I finished the book "Desparate Networks," by Bill Carter. My first
media book I've read in a while. Very interesting read. I may read his book
from the 90's on late night television.
Earlier today we had a nice visit from my brother Chris, his wife Erin,
and my nephew (their son) Ryan! We hadn't seen them for six months. They
came all the way from Montana. Bridget showed them her toys, and I played
with Ryan. Well, we all did. Photos soon.
|
| 03/30/2007 |
I've uploaded some photos and movies.
February and March
2007 photos. (two albums.)
Some movies!
Third Birthday photos!
Enjoy.....
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| 03/25/2007 |
First, we had a birthday party for Bridget. Her Uncle Alex, Aunt Heather,
cousin Arianna, Grandmom Mary, and Aunt Charla came. Friends Kevin and Margaret
and Kit Mooney were there, along with Armann and his parents. Good fun.
The kids had fun after pizza and ice cream playing with bubbles in the front
yard. Photos soon.
Second, yes, Kansas did lose by 12 to UCLA. Yes Kansas couldn't buy a shot
in the paint. Yes, yes, yes. I am aware.
|
| 03/24/2007 |
Kansas plays UCLA tonight. I have to work, but I'll find some way to follow
the game. Ah well. |
| 03/23/2007 |
Kansas is in the Elite Eight. Play UCLA tomorrow night for a Final Four
berth. Should be interesting. I think I had my stomach in my throat most
of last night as the game went on.
Bridget and I went to a new park today. Met our friends Anne, Aaron, and
Sara. Fun fun.
I finished Casino Royale. Good James Bond movie.
|
| 03/22/2007 |
Kansas is playing Southern Illinois in the Sweet Sixteen. Tonight. So, if
you are reading this blog entry during the game, stop. Why aren't you watching
the game? Leave your PC and go watch the game! |
| 03/20/2007 |
First, Happy First Day of Spring. I thought it was on the 21st, but what
do I know? Second, Bridget barfed twice last night. Nice! |
| 03/19/2007 |
Last night Karen and I watched Little Miss Sunshine. I loved the Alan Arkin
character, but I don't know if he was good enough, or in it enough, to get
Best Supporting Actor. |
| 03/18/2007 |
Happy St. Patrick's Day, one day late. I'm not Irish, so I don't care. Nice
to celebrate something in March. I worked at night.
Kansas is in the Sweet 16. Good. In my pool, I had Louisville and Texas
going to the Final Four. Well, they didn't make it. I think I can win my
pool if Kansas wins it all, which I of course picked. So, we'll see.
I think I'm down to Obama or Edwards.....
|
| 03/13/2007 |
I worked last night. Didn't get out until midnight. Don't know why....the
store wasn't that trashed, and there wasn't that much recovery. Ah well.
I finished the movie Borat when I got home. It is good and funny. Would
have been nice to see in a theater.
My Final Four picks are: Kansas Vs. Florida and Texas Vs. Louisville. Kansas
Vs. Texas in the Final. Kansas winning. My dark horse other than this Final
Four is Oregon.
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| 03/11/2007 |
Yesterday we went to Bridget's uncle Alex's wedding. It was a lovely affair,
with the ceremony, food, and dancing. Bridget was quiet during the ceremony,
ate a little, and danced a storm. She even tried the "Macarana."
I will post some shots later.
Kansas won the Big 12, after being down 22 in the first half. Oh yeah, and
they are a number one seed. As long as they don't lose in the first round
this year.....
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| 03/07/2007 |
I sent our taxes in electronically
on Sunday. Maybe Saturday evening. The state refund was posted to our
account today. Who says government doesn't work?!?!?!
Kansas men have a bye in the Big 12 tourney. Look, I don't care if they
lose the first game in the Big 12 playoffs. Just don't lose the first
round of the NCAA tourney! That's all I'm asking!
|
| 03/04/2007 |
I put together a rocking horse for Bridget. It was one her uncle Alex had
as a kid. Her Grandpa Allan saved it. She likes it.
I watched the movie The 40 Year Old Virgin. I thought it would be a stupid
laugh movie, but it was hilarious. Lot of good laughs, and I think seeing
it in a crowded theater would have been great.
|
| 03/03/2007 |
I worked today. Store didn't seem that busy. Might have been the good weather.
Of course, that could be an argument for having a busy store. Came home
to chili made in the crockpot! I finished the movie The Ring Two. Not as
good as the first, but a good horror flick.
Oh, and Kansas won the Big 12 regular season championship.
|
| 03/01/2007 |
I finished For Your Consideration. I actually only had about one minute
left to watch! It wasn't that good. |
| 02/28/2007 |
Happy 63rd birthday to my dad! Bridget and I called this morning. Bridget
didn't want to talk. Ah well. She talks all the other time!
Bridget and I have colds. I sound like a frog.
|
| 02/27/2007 |
I thought Tom Vilsack had a chance for the Democratic nomination. Well,
he's out! And that is too bad.
And Kansas beat Oklahoma!
I finished the book "Bait and Switch: The (Futile) Pursuit of the American
Dream," by Barbara Ehrenreich. Interesting. Could have been better.
|
| 02/26/2007 |
Was I wrong! We got about 4 inches, maybe 5. Wet snow. I shoveled the driveway
and walkway three different times. Heavy snow too. Looks good. Slushy. Surprised
the area.
I watched some of the Oscars. I haven't seen many of the films yet. I'm
sure I will when they come out on DVD.
|
| 02/25/2007 |
It is snowing outside. Not too much accumulation, and the temperature is
about freezing. Supposed to be icy.
We ate at Urban Burger last night. An offshoot of Urban Barbecue. Good burgers.
It was crowded because of a Washington Post story on the joint.
I started the movie For Your Consideration. About halfway through it. Not
as good as Waiting for Guffman or Best in Show, but good.
|
| 02/22/2007 |
The OC finished as a series
tonight. I can't do justice anymore with reviews, so here is one.
I'll post others if I find them to be good.
Our foyer floor is almost done. They will come tomorrow to grout. I'll
post photos when I get a chance.
|
| 02/17/2007 |
Happy 36th Birthday to my good friend Bill Buser, of Seattle.
I worked 8 hours today. At the cash register for most of it. Good day though.
Karen and Bridget were in Baltimore area for a party and then a sleep-over
at Grandmom Mary's house. I stayed home, ate at Savannah's, and watched
The Descent, a horror movie. Not as scary/good as I thought it was going
to be.
|
| 02/16/2007 |
Last night I watched the movie Invincible. I love Mark Wahlberg. Good movie
too.
Bridget and I played on the ice again. She had a good time sliding on her
rear end. |
| 02/15/2007 |
Bridget and I ran a couple of errands. She had fun playing at Barnes and
Noble. We ate a piece of breadcake at Starbucks. Then we went home and played
on the ice. Fun fun!
I finished "The Broker," by John Grisham.
Also, here is a slide show
I put together of Bridget photos from 2006.
|
| 02/14/2007 |
Happy Valentine's Day! We have snow/ice/sleet yuck!
I worked last night. The store/mall was quiet. Probably more of the same
tonight. |
| 02/11/2007 |
I've uploaded movies of Bridget. All are under
a minute. Turn up the volume! |
| 02/10/2007 |
Kansas 92 - Missouri 74.
Any questions at all?
Yesterday we went to playgroup. Bridget met a new dog!
|
| 02/08/2007 |
I started my new parttime job. This one is at Borders. The store i a few
miles from home. Easy drive. Should be interesting. I worked the Holidays
at Barnes and Noble. They just didn't have the hours for seasonal folks.
So, to the other major bookstore.
|
| 02/07/2007 |
We were scheduled to have our new foyer installed today. Well, the guy got
here at 10 a.m. Then he looked at the job and said, "They didn't tell
me we were taking up the floor below." So I had to call the main office
to get them to call him on his cell to say, "no, the floor does come
out." You are not supposed to install porcelain tile over hardwood.
That is basic knowledge. Installing any ceramic tile over hardwood, even
with a good underlayment, will result in BROKEN TILE.
The guy did redeem himself. When bringing in the boxed tile, he noticed
that not enough was ordered. The soonest the one box I need can get in is
next week. Joy! Good thing he didn't find that out until later.
He did take up the decades old vinyl tile and underlayment. So, next week
he will take out the existing flooring in this small area, and install porcelain.
And who said that home improvement jobs were easy? Bridget was a trooper,
so we are going to "old Macdonald's" for lunch.
|
| 02/06/2007 |
I've uploaded some photos
of Bridget's visit with her Grandpa Tom from Montana. I'll put up the movies
later.
I saw the movie The Lake House. |
| 02/05/2007 |
Bridget enjoyed a visit from her Grandpa Tom from Montana. She was very,
very, very, very talkative. She showed him how she dances. I will post photos
and movies of the visit soon. We all enjoyed a dinner of chicken (made in
the crockpot of course) yams with apples (a leftover crockpot recipe) and
risotto. Tapioca pudding for dessert. Wine as a drink for the adults.
|
| 02/04/2007 |
I finished the movie Saw 3. Better than the second installment and almost
as good as the first. I wonder if there will be more in the series. I don't
see why not.
Go Dolts. I don't care, but the Dolts are an AFC team.... |
| 02/03/2007 |
I've uploaded photos taken
in January, 2007. |
| 02/02/2007 |
Bridget and I went to playgroup. Fun fun! I got to hold a baby and Bridget
played with toys and a 140 pound Rottweiller named Dodger. That dog, in
a fight, would kick my a**. |
| 02/01/2007 |
I finished the movie Final Destination 3. Not as good as the other two.
In fact, just not good. But what could I expect?!?!!? |
| 01/31/2007 |
Sherry Harper now works at O'Connor & Hannan, LLP. Please update your
contact info. |
| 01/30/2007 |
I read the book "Cell," by Stephen King. A very good book by him.
|
| 01/26/2007 |
I finished the movie Click. I liked it better when they called it A Christmas
Carol....... |
| 01/21/2007 |
The futility of the New Orleans Saints continues...... |
| 01/21/2007 |
We watched the movie Who Killed the Electric Car? It was interesting, especially
since I worked in that industry for three years. Saw recognized one of the
interviewees.
Yes, and Kansas lost to Texas Tech. So what?!?!?! |
| 01/19/2007 |
I finished the book "The Stupidest Angel," by Christopher Moore.
Absolutely hilarious book! He has a new one about vampires called "You
Suck." I may read that one later. |
| 01/18/2007 |
I finished the movie Bewitched last night. It was ok. Not much like the
tv show. Interesting idea.
And Happy First Birthday to my nephew Ryan Trebon! |
| 01/15/2007 |
Kansas Jayhawks men's
basketball team beat Missouri 80-77, in Lawrence, KS. Wooohooooo.
I also put up some misc photos taken in October-November,
2006.
|
| 01/13/2007 |
I saw Blood Diamond at a theater near us. Very good. First movie I've seen
at a theater in six months or so.
I also moved most of last year's blog info to the archived
section. |
| 01/12/2007 |
Yesterday Bridget and I went to a new playgroup. Bridget met some new kids
and I met some new parents. Well, moms at least! Bridget played with her
new friend Aaron's different train sets.
I finished the 1974 documentary Hearts and Minds. Very good.
|
| 01/08/2007 |
I finished the novel, "State of Fear," by Michael Crichton. Good
read. Although if you are convinced that global warming is the truth, and
not just a scientific theory, then you won't like it. |
| 01/07/2007 |
Check out the icon link below. Interesting service. I might take a look.
 |
| 01/06/2007 |
Ran some errands today. And I made chicken wings in the crockpot. Turned
out well.
Chiefs were hammered by the Colts. Ah well. |
| 01/05/2007 |
I updated the Lists section.
Chiefs game tomorrow. Hope they can beat the Dolts, I mean the Colts. |
| 01/02/2007 |
Karen was off today because of the Ford funeral. We went to Brookside Gardens
at night to see the annual Holiday lights. They were fun, and Bridget had
a good time. Then we got pizza from Sol del Italia.
I watched first half of the movie Hitch. Good so far. I love Will Smith.
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| 12/31/2006 |
Happy New Year's Eve! We are going to have a quiet evening. I worked all
day. Maybe watch the ball drop.
Chiefs made the playoffs. There is no exclamation point because they backed
in. |
| 12/30/2006 |
I put a couple of Christmas movies up.
We watched Thank You for Smoking. Good movie. Funny! |
| 12/29/2006 |
Bridget and I drove to meet Rebecca and her daddy Jonathan at a Krispy Kreme
donut shop. Bridget and I had a donut. We didn't stay that long, but it
was fun. Bridget got a Krispy Kreme paper hat and a balloon. |
| 12/25/2006 |
Christmas 2006 was a good Christmas! Bridget is starting to understand what
the Holidays are, and what to experience and expect! She learned about Santa
Claus and presents. She left cookies and water for Santa. She got a Thomas
tent, Thomas train set, a Thomas drum, some books, a Elmo Goes Potty DVD,
and clothes and other presents. Click here
for photos.
|
| 12/20/2006 |
I finished the book "The Teeth of the Tiger," by Tom Clancy. Ok
read, compared to his other books I've read. |
| 12/16/2006 |
We watched The Passion of the Christ. Good movie. |
| 12/12/2006 |
Last night Bridget and I drove to John Weinfurter's Christmas Party at the
116 Club. Karen met us there. Good food and drink. And good to see friend
Darin as well as John. Bridget ate a lot, and had an interesting conversation
with Senator Baucus staffers and lobbyist Julie Domenick. |
| 12/08/2006 |
Bridget and I got our hair cut at Hair Cuttery. Bridget was good when she
got her trim, and watched daddy get his hair cut. We then went to Five Below
to get some candy. I found out that Five
Guys will be in the Aspen Hill Shopping Center soon!!!!!! YES!!!!! |
| 12/07/2006 |
Happy birthday to my good friend, Brad Pfaff!
The other day I wateched Hostel. Actually a good movie.
I found out that the organization that gave me my first "white collar"
job,the Congressional Economic Leadership Institute, is going out of business
(dissolving, going dormant, whatever). Too bad. It was a good place.
|
| 12/04/2006 |
Busy weekend. Saturday
I went to work for an hour and dressed up in a Curious George costume
for the store's weekly story hour. Hot, hot, hot. Bridget came but didn't
know it was me (again). Then I went to CostCo while she and Karen shopped
elsewhere.
We watched The Da Vinci Code. Ok movie. I worked Sunday.
Chiefs lost. I went 1-1 in fantasy football.
And yes, Kansas lost to DePaul in basketball. Any questions?
|
| 12/01/2006 |
I have a couple of new videos up. In the Movies section. I'll put some new
photos and movies up soon.
Found a grade school classmate online...Bridget Burrows. She likes the fact
that Bridget is named Bridget! So the "Where
are they Now" section is updated.
|
| 11/26/2006 |
Last night we watched Capturing the Friedmans. I liked it. Different. Disturbing.
I worked today. Busy store.
I finished the book "The Road," by Cormac McCarthy. Dark. |
| 11/23/2006 |
Thanksgiving 2006. We went to my in-laws for turkey and all that. I fell
asleep on the couch after. Tomorrow Bridget and I may do a little shopping.
Depends on the traffic. I have to work tomorrow night. Should be fun. |
| 11/20/2006 |
Bridget and I had a playdate at her friend Armann's. Bridget had fun, but
wanted to leave early. |
| 11/19/2006 |
Chiefs won. I won in one of my fantasy leagues.
Raked leaves today. Well, raked them and used the blower/vac. All done.
Till next year.
I'll have photos of this and that up soon. I know I'm behind. |
| 11/15/2006 |
Today is my 1/2 birthday. I know, I know, what the heck is that? Just a
family tradition.
Oh, and the Jayhawks lost to Oral Roberts (at home) in basketball. Keep
your calls telling me that to yourselves please......
|
| 11/13/2006 |
Bridget's friend Armann came over for a visit. We hadn't seen him and his
dad Steve for over a month. The kids played and the adults talked...politics
of course. |
| 11/12/2006 |
I worked 8 hours today, then went to my friend Jonathan's house to see some
of the NFL night game on his huge HD tv. Chiefs lost earlier in the day,
but I won one of my fantasy games. |
| 11/11/2006 |
Happy birthday to Washington State. I know this because of fourth grade.
I raked the front yard today. It was 78 degrees. Smelled like spring. |
| 11/09/2006 |
Karen flew out this morning (early) to Seattle for one night. Some focus
group for work. Bridget and I had a good day. We went to the mall to get
her new shoes. We also went out to dinner at Barnaby's. I rented Saw II.
Not as good as Saw I, but still a good rental. I will probably rent Saw
III when I makes it to video. |
| 11/05/2006 |
I worked another half shift today. Came home and raked the leaves in the
front. One of our trees still has a significant amount of leaves on it,
but I needed to rake what was there. Two huge piles. The back will be raked
when most of the leaves on trees back there are down.
|
| 11/04/2006 |
I worked today. In the children's section of the bookstore, they had a storytime
on Clifford, the Big Red Dog. Karen and Bridget came to it. The manager
had me dress up in the Clifford costume! I went out with the kids and basically
just sat there while they hugged me and asked questions to the reader. Bridget
didn't know it was me. She had fun!
We watched the movie Capote. Well, Karen did. I fell asleep about 40 minutes
in.
|
| 11/03/2006 |
I finished the book "Angels and Demons," by Dan Brown. |
| 11/01/2006 |
Bridget and I went to St. Jude's for All Saint's Day. She was quiet for
the most part. This was her first Mass to attend. She did fall off the pew
while playing around and had to be taken outside. I think she was more embarrassed
than hurt! Went to a park after. She had fun.
I started my new job tonight. Should be interesting.
|
| 10/31/06 |
Bridget enjoyed her third Halloween. Her Cookie Monster costume was a hit
all around. She got the hint after about the fourth house to put her bag
(a pillow case actually) up so people could put in candy. She also figured
out to take more than one from an outstretched plate! Photos soon..... |
| 10/30/06 |
Didn't do to much this weekend. Cleaned the house a bit, including the new
floor in the dining room. Chiefs won, and I won both of my fantasy football
games (like it matters.) We went to a Halloween party at a neighbor's house.
Bridget enjoyed it, showing off her Cookie Monster costume. Made a couple
new crock-pot recipes.
|
| 10/23/06 |
I've uploaded a few pictures
from the past few weeks. Some are of Bridget, and some are of Aunt Rachael's
visit. |
| 10/22/06 |
Saw the movie The Grudge last night. Library checkout. Not a bad movie.
Short, only 90 minutes or so.
Chiefs won! I'm currently winning in one of my fantasy teams. Cleaning today.
Bridget and Karen are swimming! |
| 10/21/06 |
Found this link
on the internet, a nice collection of photos from a wedding/bridal shower.
|
| 10/19/06 |
I thought this site was interesting......... |
| 10/15/06 |
We had a laminate floor put in our dining room yesterday. Guys only took
three hours. We had ugly, old, stained carpet down there, so this is a major
improvement. Amazing how much dirt was under the carpet and pad! They also
took up the original vinyl tiles that were down.
Chiefs got hammered. I won in my fantasy football. |
| 10/14/06 |
We had a good visit by with my sister Rachael. She spent a lot of time with
Bridget, who enjoyed being with her "auntie." We went to parks,
saw horses, had nice meals, and had a good time. My dad was here Wednesday
on business and that was nice too. I'll put up some photos soon.
|
| 10/08/06 |
I picked up my sister, Rachael, at BWI. She is staying with us for about
a week! I haven't seen her for almost two years! Bridget took to her auntie
right away.
Chiefs won. I lost in my fantasy football. |
| 10/07/06 |
Rainy day here. Yuck. Weird weather. We tried to watch Kill Bill, Volume
2. Got it at the library. I fell asleep, Karen watched it. I had seen the
first one a while back, but I lost interest.
UW almost beat USC. The Huskies are better than I thought this year! |
| 09/30/06 |
We watched the movie Syriana. Interesting.
I've also uploaded some new movies of Bridget.
Two of them are of Bridget and her cousin Ryan! |
| 09/26/06 |
Today Bridget is 2 1/2 years old!
I finished the book "The Colorado Kid," by Stephen King. Quick
read. |
| 09/18/06 |
Chiefs are 0-2. I haven't been following them much this past offseason,
and I don't know what is going on with the team besides the QB being out.
My fantasy team is 2-0 though, so that must count for something. |
| 09/15/06 |
Our fifth anniversary! Hard to believe it has been five years! |
| 09/14/06 |
I have uploaded photos of our trip to Montana. There are two photo albums.
The first is of "Montana
people." The second
is of Glacier National Park. A few of the photos in the latter album are
from other surrounding areas.
I will upload a few movies of our trip soon.
|
| 09/13/06 |
We got back Monday night from a trip out West to visit my parents and brother.
More info soon (and photos....). |
| 08/30/06 |
The funny thing about MySpace Profiles is that it doesn't affect me at all
if some of the profiles are set to private or not. LOL. |
| 08/28/06 |
Today I canceled my MySpace accounts. Interesting idea....but it got incredibly
boring (not to mention a huge waste of important time) after I exhausted
finding people I knew, such as relatives and long-lost friends. Mostly MySpace
is for high school and college students, people in their 20s, or older single
people. It was just taking away too much time.
|
| 08/23/06 |
Bridget and I went to a neighborhood park today. She played with some other
kids there, and she went for a walk. She asked her daddy to stay away from
her when she went on her walk!
I've uploaded a video of Bridget playing in the sprinkler. Will work with
Quicktime and Media Player. Turn
up the sound!
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| 08/20/06 |
Went out to dinner on Wednesday with my good friend Darin Schroeder. Bridget
warmed up to him faster this time than in December.
I've uploaded photos. See 8/13/06 and 7/23/06 entries. |
| 08/13/06 |
Karen, Bridget and I went to the Montgomery County Fair. Bridget went on
two rides and played in a moonbounce. We all saw rabbits, ducks, cattle,
sheep, pigs and horses. Had some food too. Photos....
|
| 08/12/06 |
We watched the first two episodes of the second season of Deadwood. |
| 08/04/06 |
This bloody heat wave is leaving us....slowly. Bridget and I have spent
time at the malls, libraries, and inside. When we go outside, Bridget says,
"too sunny!"
I finished the 12th, and final, book in the Left Behind series. Book is
called "Glorious Appearing."
|
| 07/29/06 |
We
finished the first season of Deadwood. Great show. |
| 07/27/06 |
Bridget and I again went to the Gaithersburg park to see some music and
dancing. Bridget didn't want to listen/watch much. She wanted to go on the
playground. She changed her mind when she started to feel the effects of
the heat. Armann and Zach came by with their dads. |
| 07/25/06 |
Bridget and I went to the Wheaton Regional Park to meet her friend Armann
and his dad Steve. We went on the train and the merry-go-round. It was hothothot! |
| 07/23/06 |
Happy Birthday to my little brother Chris Trebon. Happy 30th!
Again, I remember my 30th. I didn't want to get out of bed!
Bridget, Karen and I went to a farm in northern Montgomery County, MD. Bridget
saw two hogs, two brown cows, two geese, some goats, chickens, and a turkey.
She also went on a hayride, climbed a stack of hay bales, and saw some fresh
produce. Good day. Photos...... |
| 07/20/06 |
Bridget and I went to a park. Met some other SAHD's there. Bridget saw a
free concert sing-a-long, and played at the playground. Bridget saw Armann,
Julian, David, and Melanie. Daddy saw Russ, Jason, and Steve. Good fun. |
| 07/17/06 |
Happy Birthday to my sister-in-law Erin Trebon. 30th! (Actually it was the
16th.)
I remember my 30th. I didn't want to get out of bed! |
| 07/16/06 |
Today I mowed the lawn. It is HOT out. Then we went to our neighbor's house
for a cookout. They have a 14 month old girl, and Bridget played with her
and had fun. |
| 07/15/06 |
I finished the book, "A Reporter's Life," by Walter Cronkite.
Another book that I've had on my bookshelf for a long time. I think I've
had this one for seven years or so. |
| 07/09/06 |
I saw the movie Cars last night. At the theater. Karen and Bridget went
to Karen's mom's place for a sleepover. Nice to have some quiet. Mowed the
lawn today. |
| 07/05/06 |
We had a good Fourth of July. I worked at the "Ho" for five hours
or so. Then Bridget, Karen and myself took the Metro down to the Mall. Karen's
coworker Walt has a condo on Pennsylvania Avenue, NW. Had a good view of
the fireworks, and some good food. Trip home wasn't bad because we walked
to the Gallery Place/Chinatown stop while everyone else and their cousins
were trying to get on at Archives.
Some June pics are up......
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| 07/01/06 |
Last night I went down
to Chris and Erin's place to get some stuff that they were getting rid
of. Hung out with them, Ryan, Brett, and Ian and Sara (think that was
it.) This morning I went back down to help Chris, Erin, and Ryan move.
Packed up their Budget rent-a-truck at their apartment and storage place.
How they got it all in there I'll never know.
Godspeed Chris, Erin, and Ryan.
|
| 06/28/06 |
Bridget and I went to her friend Margaret's birthday party at the park near
Chris and Erin's place. Bridget played with other kids. She saw her cousin
Ryan and Aunt Erin. Ryan fell asleep in a swing with his hat over his head.
Traffic was a nightmare though....there and back. |
| 06/25/06 |
We watched the first two episodes of the first season of Deadwood. Good
series. |
| 06/24/06 |
Today was a good day. I worked for four hours and change. Then Karen and
I went to Adams Morgan in DC for a party for Chris and Erin. It was at a
bar, on the rooftop. Then the rain came and it went inside. After, Karen
and I went to eat at a restaurant and then home, after a dessert at Rita's,
which is near our house. Bridget was watched over by Grandma Mary and Aunt
Charla.
|
| 06/21/06 |
I took Bridget to Washington, DC on the Metro. She enjoyed the train ride
to see Uncle Chris. She also saw John Weinfurter. We walked up to Dupont
Circle where she saw pigeons, a fountain, and a drag queen. All good family
fun. |
| 06/20/06 |
Had to finally go to District Court in Silver Spring, Maryland. I complained
(many times, finally filling out an affadavit) about my neighbor's PIT BULL
running around the neighborhood unleashed. I was a state's witness (yes
the state is the plaintiff) but wasn't called. Why? Because the defendant
didn't show. Thus, fines doubled. 1. Fine for "at large" dog (my
complaint) 2. fine for not having vaccination for the dog (resulting charge)
and 3. fine for not having dog properly licensed. Two and three were probably
very cheap to get done, but the fines totaled about $1,500. So, thus 4.
fine for being a stupid dog owner.....
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| 06/19/06 |
Today is Father's Day. My third one. I saw the third X-Men movie, then went
out to eat. Some "daddy time." Also mowed the lawn in 90 degree
heat. Bridget gave me a cute card...... |
| 06/11/06 |
On Friday Bridget and I went down again to Chris and Erin's apartment. We
played with Chris and Ryan at the same park. Karen met us there. We ate
Ben's Chili Bowl for dinner. Good fun.
Saturday night I went to a going-away-party for Dan and Anne Bateson. They
are moving back to Connecticut. The party was at Brett's apartment in Arlington.
I think that was the first time I was in Northern Virginia for something
other than going to the airport since September 2005. |
| 06/06/06 |
I've uploaded some random May, 2006
pics. |
| 06/02/06 |
Bridget and I again drove
down to Chris and Erin's pad in DC. Bridget, Ryan, Chris and I went to
a nearby park. Fun stuff. Chris got a job in Great Falls, MT, so they
are moving in a month. Congrats to him/them! Sad that they'll be leaving....
|
| 05/26/06 |
Bridget and Idrove down to Chris and Erin's pad in DC. We played with Ryan
and visited with Erin and Chris. Karen met us there after work. Ryan is
a big boy, and took some interest in his cousin Bridget. Of course, Bridget
ignored Ryan. |
| 05/19/06 |
Bridget and I drove down to DC and saw Uncle Chris. We parked at his office,
spent time in his office, and met people. Bridget as a good girl. Then we
walked over to John Weinfurter's office. He wasn't there, but Bridget did
see Rebecca. Good times. Bridget fell asleep on the way home. |
| 05/18/06 |
Bridget and I went to a new park. Playgroup is no longer at Russ' house,
so we met at this park instead. We will be back I'm sure.
We also went out to eat, Bridget and I. Karen was away for the night, so
we had a "daddy and daughter" night out. Fun, fun. |
| 05/15/06 |
Today I am 35 years old. All over now.
Yesterday I put together Bridget's toddler bed. Had to run back to BuyBuyBaby
because one piece of wood was seriously warped. Bridget likes her bed and
is taking to it. Sort of..... |
| 05/12/06 |
Question: What does dasapking
mean?
Second, I finished the book Clear and Present Danger, by Tom Clancy.
|
| 05/09/06 |
Today Bridget and I went to the National Zoo. We drove down in the morning.
First Bridget saw goats, donkeys, chickens and cows at the Kid's Farm. Then
we were joined by her friend Armaan and his dad Steve. We all saw the apes
and monkeys and lions and tigers. And soem other smaller animals. Good time.
Next visit we will see other areas of the zoo.
|
| 05/04/06 |
Today was the last day of Bridget's regular StayAtHomeDad playgroup. Russ
and his family are moving to Texas. So, sad news. But, some of us Montgomery
County SAHD's are planning on keeping something loose-knit going. Bridget
has loved her playgroup! A special thanks to Russ and his family for hosting
the playgroup for so long! |
| 05/02/06 |
I uploaded a few more random pics I have scanned in. One is from high
school (wow I look young....) and a few are from a trip
I took to New York City when I was in grade school.
|
| 05/01/06 |
Happy May Day! May is my favorite month.
I've uploaded some random photos of Bridget, from April,
2006. Some cute shots. |
| 04/30/06 |
Today we went to DC to visit Chris, Erin and Ryan. It was a great visit.
Ryan is a cute baby! We all went to eat at a Mexican place on U Street,
NW. Bridget had fun with Ryan and her aunt and uncle. |
| 04/28/06 |
Happy Friday! I've uploaded a couple of photos. The Easter Bunny photo is
also on the Pictures page. I also put this picture
there as well, a long-ago shot from college....1993. |
| 04/26/06 |
I finished seeing "Brokeback Mountain" yesterday.
Bridget Paige received her first haircut
today! She went to Cartoon Cuts and sat on her Mommy's lap. She didn't flinch,
cry, or pout. I think the distraction of a cartoon on tv helped. She is
nice and pretty (like she was before!) I'll post some pics later of her
new "doo." (Way to go Bridget's Daddy forgetting the camera.......) |
| 04/25/06 |
Bridget and I joined her friend Armaan and his daddy Steve at the horse
stables in Wheaton. We also went to Brookside Gardens, where the kids played.
Good times. |
| 04/23/06 |
I have scanned in and uploaded this picture
of Bridget with the Easter Bunny. |
| 04/15/06 |
If this guy
is guilty, extradite him to Louisiana, put him in Angola Penetentiary, and
let other inmates go Brokeback Mountain on him. |
| 04/13/06 |
Bridget's friend Arman came over for a playdate. The normal playgroup was
not held today, so we had our own. Bridget and Arman had fun inside and
outside, and their dads had fun too!
I've also uploaded some random March,
2006 pics.
|
| 04/10/06 |
I watched "Good Night and Good Luck."
|
| 04/06/06 |
Today is Karen Trebon's 35th Birthday! Happy Birthday!
I beat Star Wars Knights of the Old Republic II: The Sith Lords, on the
Xbox. Took me awhile. Done, done.
|
| 03/26/06 |
Today is Bridget Paige Trebon's
2nd Birthday! She had a great party attended by her Uncle Chris, Aunt Erin,
Cousin Ryan, Aunt Charla, Grandpa Allen, Grandma Mary, and her friends Kevin,
Sara, and Margaret! Good food, cake, and fun. Bridget and Margaret had fun
jumping on Bridget's bed. Photos...
PS. I love you Bridget!!!! |
| 03/23/06 |
Is it just me, or does it seem
that the Democrats actually have a shot at taking back the House this year??!!
|
| 03/18/06 |
Yeah, Kansas lost to Bradley.
If you are cheering that result, you can kiss my red and blue ass. |
| 03/17/06 |
Happy St. Patrick's Day. I'm not
Irish, but the background of this web page is green.
My Final Four picks are UConn, Boston College (whew, they barely made it
out yesterday), Texas, and, of course, Kansas. Kansas over UConn in the
National Championship game. One can hope!
I've also uploaded several new movies. Go to the Pictures
page to view.
|
| 03/07/06 |
Kirby Puckett died. One of my
favorite baseball players. |
| 03/01/06 |
I have uploaded some new photos.
First are February 2006
photos of Bridget. Second, I have started scanning in old photographs of
mine. I have a photo album up of a cross-country
trip Karen and I took in 2002. Both can also be accessed in the Pictures
page. I'll be adding some more pictures soon. |
| 02/27/06 |
Bridget went to dinner at a pizza
place with us and her grandparents. She had a good time and was very well
behaved.
Funny how diaper changing is not a big deal now. Just get it done and ignore
what is "inside." Different than when Bridget was first born.
Then I had to get used to it. I remember when cleaning "unpleasant"
diapers I would think of certain people, like Cindy, Alan, Sherry, Eric,
Loren.......! Worked wonders!
|
| 02/25/06 |
We went to Ryan's baptism today.
At St. Matthew's Cathedral in downtown DC. And a party after. Good time.
Ryan didn't cry much,and let his uncle hold him! Bridget had fun with everyone
and her friend Margaret.
Go Kansas! |
| 02/22/06 |
It is snowing here a bit. Not
much, supposed to go away. But surprised the heck out of me.
Oh, and Go Jayhawks. |
| 02/20/06 |
Got the battery in the Saab replaced
by AAA. Nice service...they come out to your house and change the batter
for you. Same price (actually about ten bucks lower) than NTB. And I don't
have to go anywhere. The battery died yesterday, but we got a jump, also
from AAA. This morning it needed some coaxing getting started so I decided
to get it replaced. It failed the AAA test anyway, done before we had it
replaced. It was an old battery.
Filed taxes today. |
| 02/19/06 |
Last night Bridget surprised us
by climbing out of her crib. She didnt' want to go to sleep, so when we
left her in her crib, she decided to get out and join us in the rest of
the house. So, now her crib is a toddler bed. (It converts into one.) Now
she has to get in the hang of not falling out! that is what pillow are for. |
| 02/17/06 |
First, Happy Birthday to Bill
Buser. 35.
Second, the snow is mostly gone. It has been warm the last two days. Even
overnight. Springlike. Windy as heck today though.
Third, I finally got into Facebook.com. Curious about it. I got an alumni
email address from Loyola New Orleans, and created a Facebook account. Easy.
Thing is, though, that just about everyone I've reached out to are YOUNG.
As in in college or just out. I searched for people I knew in college and
high school, and not one name came up. Another sign that I am old. (If you
want to add me to your Facebook "friends' list, please do!)
|
| 02/12/06 |
I spent part of the day shoveling
the 8-12 inches of snow we got. It was a wet snow, but the shoveling went
fine. We are in the middle of a hill, and some of the neighbors down the
hill from us shovel parts of the street. so getting out and driving wasn't
much of a problem! Bridget enjoyed the snow, calling it such, and walked
a bit in it.
We watched the movie "Murderball." Good film. |
| 02/10/06 |
Yesterday Bridget and I went to
her friend Armann's. Armann is in her Thursday playgroup, which was canceled
this week. Bridget and Armann had fun, and I hung out with Armann's daddy
Steven. Photos up soon.
I finished Bleachers, by John Grisham. Good, quick read. |
| 02/09/06 |
Well, this site is about two years
old. I can't remember the exact date in February 2004 that I started this
site. So, Happy Birthday www.trebon.org. |
| 02/07/06 |
Chris, Erin, and Baby Ryan came
over for a visit. Bridget was a little shy at first, but then quickly recognized
Chris and Erin. She played, and talked. Well, babbled. She showed Chris
her new video, and smiled at Ryan. I held Ryan for a bit. |
| 02/06/06 |
It was interesting that the NFL
let the Pittsburgh Steelers have 12 men on the field. And even more interesting
that the 12th player wore pinstripes. |
| 02/05/06 |
I have asked God for general absolution
since I am cheering for an NFC (that other conference) team to win the Super
Bowl this year. I was born and raised in Seattle, consider it my first hometown,
and, well, I want the Seahawks to win the Super Bowl this year. I was a
fan growing up in the mid-1980s, then became a Kansas City Chiefs fan when
I moved to New Orleans for college. So, part of me remembers being a Seahawks
fan. Since the Seahawks used to be an AFC team, I'm not feeling that bad.
|
| 02/02/06 |
I uploaded some
new photos of Bridget. Random shots from January 2006. Couple of shots
of baby Ryan included. |
| 01/31/06 |
Last night at work was normal.
But then I saw one of the loss prevention guys following a shopper. But
this shopper was probably about 2. (I'm a little better at judging ages
of little kids b/c of Bridget!) I asked if he was lost and the LP guy said
he was following him for two aisles, trying to see if the parents were around.
I took over, asked the boy if he was lost and tried to talk with him. He
babbled in Spanish I think. I put out my hand, which he took, and we went
to the service desk in the front of the store.
A Spanish speaking coworker asked him his name, but he didn't respond. I
was about to page a parent when the boy's mom came up and he ran to her
excited. This was of course about five minutes after I met the boy. The
scary thing is that if I wasn't an employee, but a shopper, I could have
easily taken this boy out of the store. And the parents would not have found
out in time. So, when you are at a store, don't let your kids walk around!
On another note, the Internet was slow today. Can't figure out why. No virus
on my computer. |
| 01/30/06 |
Bridget and I went to a new park.
It isn't that far from our house. It had slides, swings, and a see-saw.
Bridget and I had fun on the see-saw. |
| 01/29/06 |
We watched the movie "War
of the Worlds," the 2005 version. Ok movie, but I'm glad I didn't pay
to see it in a theater.
I started our taxes. Almost done I think. |
| 01/22/06 |
We saw the movie "Hustle
and Flow" last night. Good movie. |
| 01/18/06 |
I have a nephew! Ryan Christopher
Trebon was born to my brother and sister-in-law! Bridget can't wait to meet
her new cousin. |
| 01/15/06 |
We rented "Wedding Crashers"
and watched it last night. Good movie.
Friday passed me by without my realizing it was Friday the 13th. |
| 01/12/06 |
I updated the "Lists"
section of this site. I put up lists of what movies and TV-shows-on-DVD
that I watched in 2005. I also put up a list of what books I read in 2005.
The latter list is much, much shorter than I had anticipated, and I hope
to do more reading in 2006. My friend Brad Pfaff is somewhere laughing at
me for my reading habits....! |
| 01/08/06 |
Last night we watched "March
of the Penguins" on DVD. Good short movie. Bridget tried to watch it,
but became uninterested. We took down our Christmas decorations too.
Today we went to Chris and Erin's pad for a visit. Karen and I ate at Ben's
Chili Bowl while Bridget played at the apartment. Bridget will have a new
cousin soon!
|
| 01/06/06 |
Bridget and I went to her friend
Rebecca's house for dinner. Bridget played with her friend and I played
two X-Box games with Rebecca's daddy.
I also viewed the movie "Saw." Not as bloody as I thought. More
like the movie "7" than, say, "Friday the 13th." |
| 01/04/06 |
Is it just me, or is it a shame
when a congressional office doesn't follow internal tradtion with "going
away gifts," especially monetary ones? |
| 01/01/06 |
Happy New Year. Karen and I didn't
do much last night. We had a nice beef roast I made in the Crock Pot. Then
got Bridget to bed around 10, and then just watched TV and had some champagne.
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12/30/05
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I've added a slide show of photos
of Bridget. These were mainly taken the last half or so of 2005. Actually,
most since August. Anyway, enjoy!
Tonight I went out with my friend Darin Scrhoeder to Barnaby's for dinner
then to the Royal Mile for some afterdinner drinks. Good time to catch up.
Bridget was very shy around Darin. In fact, she is very shy around just
about anyone these days.
|
| 12/26/05 |
Christmas was fun. Xmas Eve we had Chinese food, then
had a visit by Chris and Erin. Bridget went to sleep around 11, and we
crashed shortly thereafter. Santa brought B some puzzles and clothes.
Matt got some cognac, a curio cabinet, boxer shorts for sleeping, and
a new wallet. Karen received some chocolate, a spa treatment, and season
one of Sex and the City.
Christmas Day had us at Karen's mom's place in Baltimore. Fun stuff. We
are all full.
|
| 12/22/05 |
Today Bridget and I went to playgroup. This time it
was at Jonathan's house. Actually, according to Bridget it is Rebecca's
house. Rebecca's daddy has a huge HD ready tv, hooked up to old Navy speakers,
and an XBox. Oh, and cable. Bridget may be going to Rebecca's more often.
I can't believe I am saying the following. I just bought
Madonna's new CD. And I LIKE IT OK?! I hope I don't lose my Man Card.
Oh, and I updated the "Where are they
Now?" page.
|
| 12/15/05 |
Rainy, snowy, wintery-mix day.
Bridget and I went to the shopping mall with the intention of meeting Santa
Claus. Bridget liked the decorations, especially the snowman hanging from
the ceiling. She tightly grabbed on to me when she saw the bearded man in
the red clothes. Maybe next year. |
| 12/14/05 |
Last night Bridget went to a
Capitol Hill Christmas party at the 116 Club, near the Senate office buildings.
She was shy at first but then warmed up to everyone. She saw her friend
John Weinfurter and met Senator Baucus. |
| 12/4/05 |
We went to a baby shower party
at our friend's Kevin and Sara's house. Lot of friends there, and Bridget
saw her Uncle Chris and Aunt Erin, for whom the party was thrown. Bridget
also played with her friend Margaret, and when Margaret went to bed, Bridget
entertained people. Fun stuff. |
| 11/25/05 |
Bridget's baptism
photos are up. I will be getting some of the actual service later. These
are pre and post pictures. |
| 11/23/05 |
Montana photos
are up. |
| 11/20/05 |
Bridget Paige Trebon was baptized
today at the Shrine of St. Jude in Silver Spring, MD. Chris and Erin Trebon
were godparents. I'll have photos up soon. |
| 11/19/05 |
Congratulations to my former
co-worker, and good friend, Darin Schroeder, who has a new job as director
of government relations with an environmental group, in Washington, DC!
Congressman Kind's office loses another great staffer. |
| 11/17/05 |
I know, I know, I know, I know. I haven't updated this
site since last month. Ok....
1. Halloween was fun. Bridget was a cow again. We just cut the feet off
of the costume which she wore last year. Call me cheap, but she doesn't
know and the neighbors loved it. We stopped for some food at neighbors
a block over whom I met over the summer.
2. Karen, Bridget and I went to Montana on November 1-6.
It was a good vacation. Bridget behaved on the flights. We bought her
a seat and brought her car seat onboard. It worked. The flight from Salt
Lake to Dulles was a bit tough, and we got home late. The trip itself
was fun. Bridget had fun with the dogs and met great-grandmother Mimi.
She had fun with her grandparents. I'll have photos up soon.
3. I live in Maryland. But, the new governor of Virginia, Tim Kaine, is
a 1976 graduate of my high school in Kansas City, Rockhurst High School.
|
| 10/30/05 |
My brother ran the Marine Corps
Marathon. Good job! We went to his place for a get-together. Saw the Chiefs
lose. Ah well.
|
| 10/25/05 |
I finished The Longest Yard,
the remake of the Burt Reynolds movie. He was in it...too much I must add.
Good rental. |
| 10/15/05 |
Happy Anniversary to Chris and
Erin. One year!
We are going to their pad to watch part of the Chiefs' game. Hope they can
win.
I've put up a page of "Where are they
Now?" Will add more later.
I've also uploaded some September
2005 photos of Miss Bridget.
|
| 10/08/05 |
We rented Supersize Me today.
Good movie. I remember when I could eat a Big Mac meal, supersize the fries
and coke, and be fine the rest of the day. |
| 10/05/05 |
Just say no to polka-dotted
ties and glamour shots! |
| 10/04/05 |
I found out today that Tim Kaine,
Democratic candidate for governor of Virginia, is a graduate of my high
school, Rockhurst High School in Kansas City, MO. So, go Tim Kaine!!!! (I
live in Maryland, so I can't vote for him.) |
| 10/02/05 |
We took Bridget to get her 18
month picture taken. She wasn't cooperative. The photo we got was a half-smile,
a half-cry. We'll try some other time.
The Chiefs lost today. Up 17-0, then lose 34-31. Bye week next week, then
they play the Redskins at Arrowhead. |
| 9/26/05 |
Today Bridget Paige is 18 months
old!
One way Bridget celebrated is by getting a stomach virus. She threw up a
little this morning....then threw up after a short breakfast....then threw
up after eating two Gerber wagon wheels....then, the clincher. After giving
her a small can of mixed fruit pieces, and drinking a lot of water. Bridget
decided to throw up on Daddy at the eyeglass repair store. Thankfully noone
else was there, but Bridget got her onesie soaked in vomit, her dad's shirt
covered, and the floor had little chunks of mixed fruit! Way to go Bridget!!!!
Coming to this site soon: Where are you now section, a page where I put
in names of people I have known over the course of my life, hoping that
their name shows up on a Google search of themselves.
|
| 9/24/05 |
The Washington Huskies lost to
Notre Dame in college football. That isn't a surprise....but let me tell
all of those Irish fans that since the Huskies aren't good this year, and
you guys are, you should be embarrassed that you only led 12-3 at the half.
|
| 9/22/05 |
First day of Fall. Wouldn't know
it here. I heard on the radio that the DC area has had 1/100th of an inch
of rain over some relatively long period of time. My lawn knows that.
Took Bridget to playgroup today. She had fun. She also has a new tooth sticking
out! That makes seven!
|
| 9/18/05 |
The Chiefs won again...over the
Raiders. I watched the first half at my brother's apartment near U Street
NW. Got some Ben's Chili Bowl for dinner....no burgers though, they stop
serving them at 7:30 on Sundays. |
| 9/12/05 |
Saw the movie Crash on Saturday night. Very good movie.
The Chiefs won yesterday, demolishing the Jets. Not that I had anything
to do with it, I'm just happy they won.
Bridget had a nice visit with Grandpa Tom last night. She'll see him tomorrow
night as well.
|
| 9/7/05 |
Why Being a StayAtHomeDad is Better
than Working for a House Member
10. Teething: Sure I have to endure
an infant/toddler teething….the gnawing of the hands, teething rings,
and drool. But at least I don't have to hear another complaint about a
staffer's teeth pain that resulted from a "party fall" in New
York!
9. Diaper Changes: An infant has to have her diaper changed more often
than a toddler, usually that is. But changing #2 is better in the short
and long term than writing it in the form of memos the boss doesn't read,
or certain letters to constituents who don't want a form letter anyway.
8. Language Development: Obviously a baby/toddler is just learning to
speak. They learn by listening to adults and other children, and probably
find just about any conversation interesting. Seriously, some staffers
on Capitol Hill just love spouting off the phrase "MedMal! MedMal!"
Or, "March is Women's History Month!"
7. Feeding: You start a baby off on breast milk or infant formula. Then
you gradually move on to adult food. It can be messy, with food spit up,
thrown on the floor, not eaten at all, or slobbered on to a bib. But,
it is better than seeing a staffer eat at her desk and spill food on herself,
then complaining loudly that she did so. Or, have to listen to staffers
talk about the latest "cool" restaurant….cool just because
they feel better about themselves going there.
6. Sleeping: Infants will sleep just about anytime/anywhere. The problem
is that sometimes it isn't at night. But, they eventually get the idea.
They will sleep alone or, when they are older, with stuffed animals. Some
Capitol Hill staffers will sleep with a number of people in a given year,
including fellow staffers or random hookups while their S/O is in California.
5. Clothing: Young children will wear what their parents put on them.
They don't care about fashion, just that their clothes are comfortable.
Some Capitol Hill staffers have more than just a few pairs of jeans.
4. Doctor's Appointments: Infants go to the doctor regularly during their
first two years. If the infant is sick, sometimes a call to the doctor
is required, even a visit to the ER. Some staffers on Capitol Hill will
try a new birth control method and complain loudly that it is making them
emotional. Try hearing that for a couple of weeks!
3. Bonding: Hopefully a child will bond with his/her parents. This is
done through playing, feeding, sleeping, holding, etc with the child.
Funny thing is that in some congressional offices, bonding means you will
get a job because the person you are bonding to is your friend.
2. Raising a Daughter: some people on Capitol Hill talk about how great
their daughter is, how advanced she is, how much they support women. Yet
some of these people choose to work rather (when they definitely could
do so financially) than make sure a parent is at home.
1. Playing: Kids play all the time. It may start with crawling around,
exploring the areas around them. It may include trips to the pool, park,
or simply the backyard. On Capitol Hill, it includes shooting paintballs
at a political opponent's headquarters.
|
| 9/4/05 |
Click here for an
excellent, excellent column that appeared in the Washington Post on Friday.
I put in italics some of my comments. A great, great column.
Loyola New Orleans
officially closed for the fall semester. Obviously this had to happen.
They are saying now that they will reopen in January. Maybe in some capacity.
Lets see how everything dries out. Uptown around Loyola and Tulane weren't
hit by the flooding that you see on tv, with water up to rooflines. The
flooding at school was from the rain, which drained. I talked with one
friend who's brother lost his house. And talked with other friends who
have no idea what happened to their homes.
Also, click here
for some August, 2005 photos of Miss Bridget.
|
| 9/2/05 |
I am absolutely,
totally stunned by what is happening to New Orleans. I lived there for four
years of undergrad. I am speechless on what I think about it. Obviously
the response to get the people out has not been good enough. I don't blame
anyone in particular....they just need to get it done now. |
| 9/01/05 |
Just say no to
glamour
shots! Or goatees! |
| 8/26/05 |
I took Bridget
to a new park. This one also had a train, and she enjoyed that. She saw
three deer! She also enjoyed the kiddie playground and all that. Fun fun.
Oh, and today Bridget is 17 months
old!!!! |
| 8/24/05 |
It is hard to get good help these days.
More on that later as my car repair saga continues.
Took Bridget to the Wheaton Regional Park. She rode on a small train twice,
seeing a deer on the first trip. She also took one ride on the merry-go-round.
She liked the sights and sounds of each. Now she is sleeping!
Had Bridget's baptism class last night. An hour that included a video
and a Q&A with a deacon. Soon, soon.
|
| 8/19/05 |
Well, after 18
years of driving, it was bound to happen. Had a little "fender bender,"
without the fender bender, last night on Georgia Avenue NW. Driving back
home, with Bridget, after visiting Chris and Erin. Some slight broadside
damage to both cars, nothing big. Ah well. Starting the claims process now.
Joy.
Finished the fifth season of the Sopranos. The next season starts in March,
2006. The DVD would come out I'm guessing around Christmas 2006. So, I have
over a year until I see another Sopranos. |
| 8/12/05 |
It is a hot 90+
here, with high humidity. So it feels like hot soup mixed with a sauna.
Took Bridget to John Weinfurter's for a going away party for Stetson Sanders,
who is going to the Foreign Service in Central Asia. Good luck Stetson!
Bridget had fun meeting new people. She warmed up eventually. Then off to
Chris and Erin's for a bit. She had a blast there, dancing with Uncle Chris.
I want to see that movie Four Brothers, with Mark Wahlberg. I can't believe
I am saying this, but I love seeing him in movies.
|
| 8/4/05 |
I officially have
a Google Mail address (gmail). But, I'm not ready to publish it yet. Will
probably wait until much later. I've had my yahoo mail account for years.
|
| 8/3/05 |
Today Bridget made
her first visit to the U.S. Senate Office Buildings. She saw her dad's friends
Deva and Rob. She also toured the church were her mommy and daddy got married.
She was very good.
I can't believe I'm saying this, but I actually like that Mariah Carey song
that's been on the air lately.
|
| 7/28/05 |
I have updated
the Pictures page with July, 2005
shots. I may take more in the last few days of this month, but for now,
here are eleven of them.
|
| 7/27/05 |
I finished the
book The Last Juror, by John Grisham, earlier this month. A good book by
him, closer to his earlier work than the latter ones. Much better than The
King of Torts.
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| 7/23/05 |
1. Happy birthday
to my brother Christopher.
2. I finally, finally saw the movie "Bull Durham." Took me a few
years. |
| 7/17/05 |
Saw the movie Saved!
Good flick.
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| 7/17/05 |
1. Happy birthday
to my sister-in-law, Erin.
2. There was a story in this week's Washington Post magazine about blogs.
One study said there were millions of them, but a study of that study found
that the majority of those were not regularly updated.
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| 7/07/05 |
I've uploaded some
new photos of Bridget.
They were taken in June, 2005. I also corrected the link for the photos
from May, 2005. |
| 7/06/05 |
(I had to reprint this...from
the archives....)
Nine Things You Can Do and NOT Get Fired on Capitol Hill
(exceptions noted)
9. Swear like a sailor on the phone
while in a semi-private office, where visiting constituents can hear you.
But, you might get into trouble if you use an innocuous word in an email!!!!
8. Use the Internet on work time to order clothes and furniture.
7. Put the wrong address on an invite for an important fundraiser. Don't
worry, your supervisor will protect you.
6. Go on a two-week vacation when the House is in session. When Member
calls you on the carpet, berate other staff. At least you'll feel comfortable.
While you are on this roll, continue to read the paper at your desk...put
your feet up while you do so for an added bonus!
5. Throw out constituent mail. Not only will this help you keep your job,
you might even get promoted. But, if you report such behavior, you might
find yourself on the bread line.
4. Complain about the size of your Blackberry. But don't maintain the
Member's Inbox on his/her Blackberry; despite that being in your job description,
you may get fired for clearing it out!
3. Use work -time to talk about boys, new restaurants, gossip, etc on
the phone. Make sure others staff can hear you. And, be sure to take two
hour lunches or manicures or psychiatrist appointments. Even visit the
pool during the summer.
2. Date and perhaps sleep with another staffer who is thinking about departing
the office. You might get his/her job. Don't worry, you can always dump
him/her and badmouth him/her later.
and, #1. shoot paintballs or have your friends do it, at a political opponents
headquarters.
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| 7/03/05 |
Finished Without
Remorse, by Tom Clancy. Good read.
The three of us trudged up to Baltimore to see Andy, Renee, Tim and Nick.
Bridget had fun with their dog Oscar and the neighbor's dog Molly. She also
had fun sticking her hand down her pants and showing everyone she pooped.
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| 7/02/05 |
I've uploaded a
new movie of Bridget walking. Not
great light quality.
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| 6/26/05 |
Bridget, Karen
and I went to a neighborhood public pool. Good old time! We took Bridget
into the tots and kiddie pools. She also went down the kiddie slide with
her daddy. Both Karen and I took turns going down the big slides, which
were fun.
Old blog posts are here. |
| 6/25/05 |
Went to a Washington
Nationals game at RFK Stadium. Good game and good fun. Added a stadium on
my lists page.
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| 6/19/05 |
Happy Father's
Day! I did some yard work, then went to see Star Wars. Loved it. Then went
to Chili's for a burger. The gift of time from my wife and daughter.
Article on stayathomedads in today's Washington Post. Actually an opinion
piece. Go to www.washingtonpost.com
and search for a column by Mark Trainer. Or click here, but you may have
to register at the Post...... http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2005/06/18/AR2005061800069.html
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| 6/18/05 |
Today is the first anniversary of me being
a stayathomedad. Best job I've ever had. I've spent 2,700 hours, give
or take, with Bridget. Now if only I could figure out a way to get paid
cash for those hours......
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| 6/13/05 |
Michael Jackson can thank the justice
system and 12 dumbasses for his acquital.
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| 6/11/05 |
We watched Hotel
Rwanda. Great film!
Bridget went to a pool party today. Photos are here! |
| 6/6/05 |
I have put up some
more photos....these are random
May, 2005 shots.
Also, congrats to (now) Fr. Scott Weidner, a friend of mine from undergrad
who was ordained a priest in Omaha, NE this weekend.
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| 6/5/05 |
We saw National
Treasure last night. Actually a good movie....not a waste. |
| 5/29/05 |
Today the three
of us went to Chris and Erin's pad in DC. Had a nice brunch. Bridget showed
her Aunt and Uncle how she can say "Hi." Although not immediately
and not as often as they would like. Karen and I watched the Aviator last
night. Well, I got tired and missed the last half hour, so I'll watch the
rest tonight. |
| 5/23/05 |
I finished Rainbow
Six, by Tom Clancy. Bridget took a nap on me (again) so I was able to finish
the last 20 pages or so. Not a bad read.
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| 5/22/05 |
I've put up quite a bit of
movies/slide shows. Please take a look at them when you get a chance....some
are quite amusing. All involve Miss Bridget Paige of course!
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| 5/19/05 |
I've put a couple
of more movies up. These are bigger ones....be
forewarned if you have a dial-up connection. |
| 5/15/05 |
Today I am 34 years old. Sonics play tonight,
being down 2-1 in their best-of-seven series. Hope they can win.
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| 5/12/05 |
You can view some
movies and a slide show on the Pictures page.
Right now they are streaming, not downloadable (at least on my PC). I will
fix that soon. These are fairly large files, so if you have a dial-up connection,
be prepared to wait. |
