Well the weather in Vegas sucks today, and will likely continue thru the weekend. My bosses aren't happy about it but there is nothing I can do to keep my crew working and generating revenue.
THE FIGHTER
Well since I couldn't work I went to the movies. I saw "The Fighter" with Mark Wahlberg and Christian Bale.
Very good movie. I highly recommend it. For those of you who don't know it is the story of the early career of a boxer named Mickey Ward and his drug addled brother. Bale does a great job and should probably win an Oscar this year. For the first 3/4's of the movie he plays Mickey's crack-head brother. In the last quarter he gets out of prison and turns his life around. It is phenomenal the way he portrays both sides of this person so well.
Mickey Ward had three epic fights with Arturo Gatti. One of the fights was on TV as a date came over to my house. We almost didn't go out that night. I was watching the fight on my couch while waiting for her to arrive and when we were about to leave she said that we could wait and watch the end of the fight. Felt like the right thing to do was go on the date.
One fighter I like to watch fight for a while back in the day was a guy by the name of Rocky Gannon, a cruiserweight. He had 2 tough fights against one guy, sorry don't know his name. These fights were tremendous slugfests. The guys would just wail on each other until the other guy could no longer get back on his feet. Good fights to watch by guys that were not considered great fighters.
Thursday, December 30, 2010
Tuesday, December 28, 2010
ANSWERS
These are the answers to the questions that I get asked every single day without fail.
IN NO PARTICULAR ORDER
no they don't bite, no they are not mean, yes they are parrots, 2 boys and 2 girls, between 7 and 33 years old, they are all about 20 years old (to avoid further questions), the green one, it's a 4 bird hybrid, harrah's is 3 buildings that way, o'sheas is across the intersection, I don't believe they are still serving breakfast, the bus is $5 for 2 hours and $7 for a 24 hour pass, they might poop on you, no they can't sense fear, no i am not worried about them biting my ear, 1 for $14 and 3 for $20, no you can't use your camera, no I can't take a tip to allow you to shoot your own photos, no the birds aren't cold, no their claws don't hurt, yes they could bite you, but they won't, no I don't own the birds, they are owned by an animal park in Miami, no they can't fly, their wings are clipped, because they like me, no you can't touch them, no you can't pet them, not they don't talk, sometimes they say hello but they aren't trained to do it, he is a 4 bird hybrid, a green wing, a scarlet, a blue & gold, and a military, these three birds plus one more, the imperial palace is 2 buildings that way.
So you can see my day can be a series of absolutely inane questions that never seem to stop.
It wears you out some days
IN NO PARTICULAR ORDER
no they don't bite, no they are not mean, yes they are parrots, 2 boys and 2 girls, between 7 and 33 years old, they are all about 20 years old (to avoid further questions), the green one, it's a 4 bird hybrid, harrah's is 3 buildings that way, o'sheas is across the intersection, I don't believe they are still serving breakfast, the bus is $5 for 2 hours and $7 for a 24 hour pass, they might poop on you, no they can't sense fear, no i am not worried about them biting my ear, 1 for $14 and 3 for $20, no you can't use your camera, no I can't take a tip to allow you to shoot your own photos, no the birds aren't cold, no their claws don't hurt, yes they could bite you, but they won't, no I don't own the birds, they are owned by an animal park in Miami, no they can't fly, their wings are clipped, because they like me, no you can't touch them, no you can't pet them, not they don't talk, sometimes they say hello but they aren't trained to do it, he is a 4 bird hybrid, a green wing, a scarlet, a blue & gold, and a military, these three birds plus one more, the imperial palace is 2 buildings that way.
So you can see my day can be a series of absolutely inane questions that never seem to stop.
It wears you out some days
Monday, December 27, 2010
NOTES FROM WORK
What a Day today
The day started off normal enough but it went a little strange from there.
CRAZY GUY
Made the mistake of saying hello to a man who I came to find was at least a little bit off of his rocker. He was standing right in front of me telling me how he was called by the police about a recent missing person, his Mercedes was stolen, he knows Sheriff Gillespie personally, he has a license (not sure for what), and he can dance like Michael Jackson (did I mention he was like 70 and white). I literally told this guy that I didn't give a shit about his life and he needed to get the hell away from me (very out of character for me). I di see him make a buck or two for some dance he did for some tourist. Let's just say it was a 70 year old white guy with no rhythm impersonating Michael Jackson. I did get a good laugh out of that.
SEIZURE GUY
Not long after that a guy came by and had his photo taken. He and his family started to walk off without looking at the photos (no big deal, it happens). A moment later they started back to look at the photos and I noticed a gentleman acting a little weirdly. I didn't know what to make of it at first because we see so many strange people on the Las Vegas Strip. I soon realized that the gentleman was having a full-on epileptic seizure. I couldn't do anything to help catch him. Luckily his wife was right behind him to catch him so he didn't hit his head. I gave the family my margaritaville hoodie so that he wouldn't bang his head on the sidewalk. That hoodie is toast since he bit his tongue and bled all over it. Not a big deal, it was only done so that he would be protected and/or comfortable until the ambulance arrived. The paramedics showed up and got him upright and transported him to the hospital to be checked out. Hope he and his family are doing well.
MAN IN THE BUSHES
Shortly thereafter a homeless guy decided he needed to sleep in the bushes next to our workstation. Had to take a photo. Hoe could I resist.
I titled the photo " What Happens in Vegas, Passes Out in Vegas"
HE was chased away by management shortly after this photo was taken.
RUBY IS A BAD GIRL
Ruby is a Green Wing Macaw. While I was inside the store a grop came up and had their photos taken with the birds. While holding the birds a lady in the group had her finger bitten by Ruby. I felt bad for her until I asked my assistant what happened and he told me he had told the lady to not touch the bird. Guess what the lady did the first chance she got......people are stoooooopid.
SUMMARY
Overall the people on the strip are not the people of old. They are cheap and looking for something for free. Nobody wants to pay for anything or what we offer is to expensive. We are too expensive but a 40 dollar cocktail is okay. Everybody, employees, the birds, tourists, were all annoying today. I couldn't wait to go home today. My new employee, Jeremy, did a great job today and he has been a fast learner. Might make him my new shift supervisor so that I can take some time off and rest.
The day started off normal enough but it went a little strange from there.
CRAZY GUY
Made the mistake of saying hello to a man who I came to find was at least a little bit off of his rocker. He was standing right in front of me telling me how he was called by the police about a recent missing person, his Mercedes was stolen, he knows Sheriff Gillespie personally, he has a license (not sure for what), and he can dance like Michael Jackson (did I mention he was like 70 and white). I literally told this guy that I didn't give a shit about his life and he needed to get the hell away from me (very out of character for me). I di see him make a buck or two for some dance he did for some tourist. Let's just say it was a 70 year old white guy with no rhythm impersonating Michael Jackson. I did get a good laugh out of that.
SEIZURE GUY
Not long after that a guy came by and had his photo taken. He and his family started to walk off without looking at the photos (no big deal, it happens). A moment later they started back to look at the photos and I noticed a gentleman acting a little weirdly. I didn't know what to make of it at first because we see so many strange people on the Las Vegas Strip. I soon realized that the gentleman was having a full-on epileptic seizure. I couldn't do anything to help catch him. Luckily his wife was right behind him to catch him so he didn't hit his head. I gave the family my margaritaville hoodie so that he wouldn't bang his head on the sidewalk. That hoodie is toast since he bit his tongue and bled all over it. Not a big deal, it was only done so that he would be protected and/or comfortable until the ambulance arrived. The paramedics showed up and got him upright and transported him to the hospital to be checked out. Hope he and his family are doing well.
MAN IN THE BUSHES
Shortly thereafter a homeless guy decided he needed to sleep in the bushes next to our workstation. Had to take a photo. Hoe could I resist.
I titled the photo " What Happens in Vegas, Passes Out in Vegas"
HE was chased away by management shortly after this photo was taken.
RUBY IS A BAD GIRL
Ruby is a Green Wing Macaw. While I was inside the store a grop came up and had their photos taken with the birds. While holding the birds a lady in the group had her finger bitten by Ruby. I felt bad for her until I asked my assistant what happened and he told me he had told the lady to not touch the bird. Guess what the lady did the first chance she got......people are stoooooopid.
SUMMARY
Overall the people on the strip are not the people of old. They are cheap and looking for something for free. Nobody wants to pay for anything or what we offer is to expensive. We are too expensive but a 40 dollar cocktail is okay. Everybody, employees, the birds, tourists, were all annoying today. I couldn't wait to go home today. My new employee, Jeremy, did a great job today and he has been a fast learner. Might make him my new shift supervisor so that I can take some time off and rest.
Sunday, December 26, 2010
MAYBE TOMORROW
I NEED TO WORKOUT
I haven't worked out in about 10 days and it is killing me. The first couple of days off were on purpose to rest the legs. The last 7 days have been due to an injury to my right hip flexor and adductor muscles. Don't know how I did it but it hurt like hell for about 3-4 days. The pain has been decreasing daily for the last few days. I can actually sleep now. I wasn't able to find a comfortable position for the first few days. Had to place a pillow between my legs to help reduce the stress on my hip. It felt as though I had subluxed my hip joint at one point and I could barely lift my right leg it hurt so much.
THE BIRDS AT WORK
I was bored at work on Christmas Day so I had a little fun with one of the birds that I work with. Her name is Christina and she is a Scarlet Macaw. Pretty bird with a bit of an attitude at times. She has bonded with me so she fucks wit everyone else when they try and take her from me.
I got quite a few funny looks from this and it actually helped generate a little bit of business and most importantly kept me from being bored during a slow time.
I haven't worked out in about 10 days and it is killing me. The first couple of days off were on purpose to rest the legs. The last 7 days have been due to an injury to my right hip flexor and adductor muscles. Don't know how I did it but it hurt like hell for about 3-4 days. The pain has been decreasing daily for the last few days. I can actually sleep now. I wasn't able to find a comfortable position for the first few days. Had to place a pillow between my legs to help reduce the stress on my hip. It felt as though I had subluxed my hip joint at one point and I could barely lift my right leg it hurt so much.
THE BIRDS AT WORK
I was bored at work on Christmas Day so I had a little fun with one of the birds that I work with. Her name is Christina and she is a Scarlet Macaw. Pretty bird with a bit of an attitude at times. She has bonded with me so she fucks wit everyone else when they try and take her from me.
I got quite a few funny looks from this and it actually helped generate a little bit of business and most importantly kept me from being bored during a slow time.
Friday, December 24, 2010
Thoughts on Christmas Eve 2010
I have got off at 8pm, went to the grocery story (I will explain later), and went to the neighborhood bar and had three tall guiness drafts. These were the thoughts that came to mind
I TRIPLE DOG DARE YOU
The annual 24hrs of "The Christmas Story" is on TBS. Remember when "A Wonderful Life" was the christmas favorite every year. I love them both. Kinda makes me want a "Red Rider 200 Round Range Model Air Rifle". If I get one I hope I don't shoot my eye out.
REMARKABLE FUDGE
Without a doubt my mom made the best fudge ever. The recipe is from Better Homes & Garden. It is called "Remarkable Fudge". It is far less milky than any other fudge I have ever had. We once measured it and found that a 13x9 dish had about 12,000 calories of pure sugar goodness. I have made this most every year since about 1989 when I moved out of my parents house.
Had to come back to this post. I forgot the favorite reason that I love making fudge.....licking the bowl. I remember doing this every time my mom made fudge, and I still love doing it to this day. I don't care if I give away every piece of the finished fudge but I have to clean out the pan it was cooked in.
I once made my fudge in a teflon pan (word to the wise, don't do that). After I poured all of the fudge into the dish there was nothing left in the pan. Talk about disappointment. That just wouldn't work. I went to the store and bought more ingredients and immediately made another batch in an aluminum pan. I had about 8 pounds of fudge around the house when I got done. Needless to say I gave away a lot of that fudge.
I even once made birthday cakes with candles out of this fudge for three friends of mine. Actually 2 were b'day presents and one was a gift to a woman I liked a lot then and still care a lot about now.
I had something else to write about but that thought left my mind and I have been unable to retrieve it.
Merry Christmas to all.
UB
I remembered that thought that got away from me. Uncle Buck, one of the best movies ever. John Candy at his best. I watch this movie whenever it is on the tube. Have seen parts of it north of 50 times and it is still awesome
I TRIPLE DOG DARE YOU
The annual 24hrs of "The Christmas Story" is on TBS. Remember when "A Wonderful Life" was the christmas favorite every year. I love them both. Kinda makes me want a "Red Rider 200 Round Range Model Air Rifle". If I get one I hope I don't shoot my eye out.
REMARKABLE FUDGE
Without a doubt my mom made the best fudge ever. The recipe is from Better Homes & Garden. It is called "Remarkable Fudge". It is far less milky than any other fudge I have ever had. We once measured it and found that a 13x9 dish had about 12,000 calories of pure sugar goodness. I have made this most every year since about 1989 when I moved out of my parents house.
Had to come back to this post. I forgot the favorite reason that I love making fudge.....licking the bowl. I remember doing this every time my mom made fudge, and I still love doing it to this day. I don't care if I give away every piece of the finished fudge but I have to clean out the pan it was cooked in.
I once made my fudge in a teflon pan (word to the wise, don't do that). After I poured all of the fudge into the dish there was nothing left in the pan. Talk about disappointment. That just wouldn't work. I went to the store and bought more ingredients and immediately made another batch in an aluminum pan. I had about 8 pounds of fudge around the house when I got done. Needless to say I gave away a lot of that fudge.
I even once made birthday cakes with candles out of this fudge for three friends of mine. Actually 2 were b'day presents and one was a gift to a woman I liked a lot then and still care a lot about now.
I had something else to write about but that thought left my mind and I have been unable to retrieve it.
Merry Christmas to all.
UB
I remembered that thought that got away from me. Uncle Buck, one of the best movies ever. John Candy at his best. I watch this movie whenever it is on the tube. Have seen parts of it north of 50 times and it is still awesome
CHRISTMAS STORY
LEWIS BLACK
I heard a story on the History Channel this morning. It was about the story behind the legend of St. Nicholas. According to historians this was an actual person. He was a Greek Bishop who lived in Turkey in the 4th Century. One day, while trying to save 3 women from a life of prostitution due to poverty, he threw 3 balls of gold thru their bedroom window. How generous. One question....while he was doing so was he heard to have yelled "ho, ho, ho"........couldn't help it. Made me start.my day with a good chuckle
LOST SYMBOL
Finished my first book on the new Nook E-Reader. LOst Symbol by Dan Brown of the DaVinci Code fame. Good read not overly tasking but enjoyable nonetheless. Definitely better than Angels & Demons
NOOK-E
Seems like Barnes and Noble lost out on a great advertising for their new E-Reader.
I heard a story on the History Channel this morning. It was about the story behind the legend of St. Nicholas. According to historians this was an actual person. He was a Greek Bishop who lived in Turkey in the 4th Century. One day, while trying to save 3 women from a life of prostitution due to poverty, he threw 3 balls of gold thru their bedroom window. How generous. One question....while he was doing so was he heard to have yelled "ho, ho, ho"........couldn't help it. Made me start.my day with a good chuckle
LOST SYMBOL
Finished my first book on the new Nook E-Reader. LOst Symbol by Dan Brown of the DaVinci Code fame. Good read not overly tasking but enjoyable nonetheless. Definitely better than Angels & Demons
NOOK-E
Seems like Barnes and Noble lost out on a great advertising for their new E-Reader.
Wednesday, December 22, 2010
YUMMY
GREAT DINNER
Made myself a fantastic dinner tonight. Sauerkraut & Sausage with Garlic Mashed Potatoes. It is a wonderful rainy winter day meal, which is what today is in Vegas. Mom use to make this when we were kids and it was great them. The only thing that was missing was a loaf of good bread with some butter...forgot to pick it up at the store. Different recipe than mom's but it was damn good.
Made myself a fantastic dinner tonight. Sauerkraut & Sausage with Garlic Mashed Potatoes. It is a wonderful rainy winter day meal, which is what today is in Vegas. Mom use to make this when we were kids and it was great them. The only thing that was missing was a loaf of good bread with some butter...forgot to pick it up at the store. Different recipe than mom's but it was damn good.
Sauerkraut & Polish Sausage
| 6 smoked bacon slices, cut into 2-inch-wide strips 1 large onion, sliced 1 carrot, chopped 1 2-pound jar sauerkraut, rinsed, drained well 2 cups dry white wine 1 1/2 cups chicken stock or canned low-salt broth 1 tablespoon caraway seeds 4 juniper berries, crushed, or 1 tablespoon gin 1 1/2 pounds kielbasa sausage, cut into 3-inch lengths Preheat oven to 300°F. Place bacon, onion and carrot in heavy large ovenproof Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sauté until onion is tender but not brown, about 5 minutes. Squeeze as much liquid as possible from sauerkraut. Add sauerkraut to Dutch oven. Add wine, stock, caraway seeds and juniper berries. Bring to simmer. Cover tightly, place in oven and bake 1 hour. Add kielbasa to Dutch oven, pushing into sauerkraut. Cover and bake 1 hour. Season to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Rewarm over medium heat, stirring frequently.) Try it you'll love it |
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