I have this new policy, or rather one I was trying to employ: Not talking to anyone new oocly from Hollow. Well, I went soft on my stance not to do that, and I got burned, surprise, surprise. Not saying that I was personally hurt or anything (because I wasn't) but I once more have lost a little faith in the common decency of my generation. It's not ( Read more... )

Ten Things ( Read more... )

Safe and sound, for those of you who wondered. Work is enjoyable and laid-backish, but something's been pointed out at me that overwhelms any intent to further discuss my well-being ( Read more... )

Happy Thanksgiving to those who celebrate it. Have fun, enjoy your time with family, friends, your television (likely with a combination of Michael Vick, Roy Williams, the other Roy Williams, and Jake 'The Fake' Plummer), whatever or whomever you'll be spending time with today. Just be sure that you celebrate responsibly ( Read more... )

The utter selfishness, malice, carelessness, thoughtlessness, and stupidity of mankind never ceases to astound me.

I gave my LJ an extreme makeover. I'm such a follower.

...until I start my new job. I'll be the lead sports reporter for the Hermiston Herald, a twice-weekly newspaper in northeastern Oregon, starting November 29th. Yay for me.

Maybe this one will go more seamless than the last one. I'm still waiting to hear back from the guy. May just take this other one out-of-hand if it's offered before it. Least it's good to know there are a couple of places who think my writing ability is worth paying me to do it. Now, to wait for the verdict.

I've come to the realization that I hate making potentially life-altering decisions ( Read more... )

I've come to the conclusion that everyone thinks they are better than someone else, and some people think they're flat better than everyone else. That they point out the faults of others without thoroughly examining themselves first. This may be a defence mechanism, but it's no excuse for calling others out and demeaning them for doing something ( Read more... )