Author Archives: Joel

I’m thinking about buying my own mouse and keyboard for the office

Posted on January 26, 2013 by Joel

Soooooo, big surprise here — I’m picky about my stuff. Maybe a lot of people are, but that’s probably a sweeping statement. Still, my workspace, the gadgets I use, etc, it’s important me. It’s been a year now, and I’m … Continue reading →

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My God, these have been the longest three months ever

Posted on January 26, 2013 by Joel

I don’t have a lot to say, because it’s about work. I’ve been working on two projects since November, and I’m exhausted. I’m all done with them, and I officially start something new next week. I wanted to simply go … Continue reading →

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I went to the gym to work out this morning at 6 AM, and it was crowded

Posted on January 25, 2013 by Joel

As I mentioned earlier this week, I’m back to working out regularly. I worked out last Friday, Sunday, and Monday. I took a break, but went back this morning. I’m trying to limit my workouts to 30 mins or so, … Continue reading →

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I watched portions of the Oprah – Lance Armstrong interview

Posted on January 24, 2013 by Joel

I used to admire, cheer for, and defend. After all the accusations, and the Oprah interview, I think Lance Armstrong is a douche bag.

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Busy MLK weekend

Posted on January 22, 2013 by Joel

A busy MLK weekend. A 3-day weekend turned into an impromptu 4-day weekend when I work up super groggy and exhausted Friday morning. I elected to take a day off, after experiencing the Fri morning after-effects of an especially busy … Continue reading →

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Fall 2012 soccer team photos

Posted on January 20, 2013 by Joel

I totally forgot to scan and publish the team photos for Joshua and Lily’s Fall 2012 soccer season. Well, better late than never!

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The kids liked The Karate Kid (1984)

Posted on January 19, 2013 by Joel

And can you blame them? The kids and I watched the 1st half of the film throughout the week in bits and spurts, but we all watched the 2nd half Friday night. They definitely liked it a lot — they … Continue reading →

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Challenge accepted – lose 13 lbs in 3 months

Posted on January 18, 2013 by Joel

It’s time to make things happen. As I’ve mentioned before, I gained some 13 lbs since November 2011. All of last year, I went to the gym on a monthly basis, and slowly gained half of the excess weight I … Continue reading →

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Ipe Family Movie Nite is coming up – 1984’s The Karate Kid

Posted on January 17, 2013 by Joel

The kids have been on a recent karate / ninja state of mind, so we’re watching the 1984 classic The Karate Kid starring Ralph Macchio and Pat Morita. On blu-ray. This should be interesting. I hope they like it.

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Rise of the Planet of the Apes (2011)

Posted on January 16, 2013 by Joel

I watched Rise of the Planet of the Apes (2011) last night while I caught up on some work. Wow, excellent film. I wanted to see this in the theaters when it came out, but I never had a chance. Better late … Continue reading →

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