Originally written in September of 2010... Alex was surprised at how deserted the interstate seemed to be. He was only surprised because of how close to Christmas they now were. However, it was nearly 10pm. Maybe the majority of the holiday travelers had decided to call it a night. He couldn't help but laugh at … Continue reading Cubicle Crush, Part III
Road Trip
The Single Guy vs. Another Hiking Trip
Kids, I'm starting to think that all hiking trips in which I'm involved are doomed to fail before they begin. You'll recall I attempted a solo trip to the Cascades recently, which ended with me reaching the entrance and turning around and going home due to the overcrowding of the trail. Yesterday, I joined a … Continue reading The Single Guy vs. Another Hiking Trip
Question of the Week #28
What is your most treasured memory? I'm not a huge sports fanatic by any stretch of the imagination. But my most treasured memory has a lot to do with baseball. During the summer after my junior year of college, I had the opportunity to take my Dad on a whirlwind adventure that allowed us to … Continue reading Question of the Week #28
Why Rice Krispies Treats Are the Perfect Snack
Rice Krispies Treats. There's a good chance you're drooling right now just thinking of them. Be honest if you are. Just try to keep it off the keyboard. Salivation really isn't good for the hardware. The Rice Krispies Treat is an easy thing to make. You take some Rice Krispies (and it's gotta be the … Continue reading Why Rice Krispies Treats Are the Perfect Snack
Yes
There was a time when I had a hard time saying no to people's requests. Someone would ask a favor and, not wanting to disappoint them, I would agree to it. I'd say yes without thinking. Even if it was something that I absolutely did not want to do. Even if it was something that … Continue reading Yes
Backing Up
I've been the proud owner of three cars in my life. Before those, I drove two of my parents cars. All of those cars have been fairly small vehicles. I like small cars. I like the fact that, in a small car, you can turn on a dime. I've never owned a car that I … Continue reading Backing Up
Is It Possible To Be Selfish And Selfless At The Same Time?
Ah... that is the question. Not long ago, I asked for some opinions regarding whether or not I should set up a fundraising deal and whether it would be selfish or not to do so. Well, I did it. I went over to GoFundMe and launched a campaign. I'm calling it my Random Acts of … Continue reading Is It Possible To Be Selfish And Selfless At The Same Time?
Just a Quick Poll Here…
Okay, I'm posting this because I genuinely want some opinions from the good people of the internet. I've been under some fairly heavy stress of late. And I know I've sort of been beating that dead horse repeatedly on this blog, but I'm sure it'll go away eventually, right? Well, it won't just go away. … Continue reading Just a Quick Poll Here…
The Confusing Middle 