Tuesday, March 01, 2016

Blog Question Of The Day (2016-03-01)

Blog Question Of The Day

Where are my pants?

Should I buy an enclosure for this spare hard drive?

Monday, February 29, 2016

The Daily Affirmation (2016-02-29)

The Daily Affirmation

I had fun working on what I did today.

It took a furious finish but we pulled off a tie in men's masters soccer tonight.

La Connexion Francaise (2016-02-29)

La Connexion Francaise

arc en ciel = rainbow

Dénombrement en français

J'aime gagner.



Blog Question Of The Day (2016-02-29)

Blog Question Of The Day

What in the HELL is making my ear feel like this, if there's nothing in it?

If a player has retired from the NFL, do I have to hang up his jersey and stop wearing it?

Sunday, February 28, 2016

The Daily Affirmation (2016-02-28)

The Daily Affirmation

My co-ed ball hockey team, the Dekes of Hazzard, are going to play for the B Division championship next week on Sunday at 6:15!

I got credit for an assist in tonight's co-ed game.

Act of Caring (2016-02-28)

Act of Caring

There was absolutely no compelling reason to do it, but I cleaned out the dishwasher anyway.

La Connexion Francaise (2016-02-28)

La Connexion Francaise

haine = hatred
hasard = the chance
thon = tuna

Dénombrement en français

Je merde trop.



Today I Learned . . . (2016-02-28)

Today I Learned . . .

London Drugs, at Lawson Heights Mall, closes at 8:00 PM on Sunday.

Blog Question Of The Day (2016-02-28)

Blog Question Of The Day

Why do people treat me like I'm capable of making my own decisions?

Saturday, February 27, 2016

The Daily Photo (2016-02-27)

The Daily Photo

I may have a bubble problem . . .


Act of Caring (2016-02-27)

Act of Caring

When one of my soccer team members contacted me this morning, about helping another team find permit players for their game tonight, I broadcast a message to our soccer team, asking if anyone could help out.

When someone decided they did want to help out, and play a game tonight, I facilitated getting them connected with the team captain in need, and arranging their play.

La Connexion Francaise (2016-02-27)

La Connexion Francaise

forme = shape
grande = great

Dénombrement en français

Ma liste de slo-pitch est en grande forme ce année.



Today I Learned . . . (2016-02-27)

Today I Learned . . .

The only ICBM's are the Minuteman 3 missiles, first deployed in 1970 with a ten year life span.  There is no plan to replace them with a new design until 2030.

The Cookie Monster's real name is Sid.

Blog Question Of The Day (2016-02-27)

Blog Question Of The Day

Where are my pants?

Friday, February 26, 2016

Act of Caring (2016-02-26)

Act of Caring

I collected up all the garbage around the house tonight.

The Daily Affirmation (2016-02-26)

The Daily Affirmation

We got a whole whack of free stamps at Safeway tonight!

Thursday, February 25, 2016

The Daily Affirmation (2016-02-25)

The Daily Affirmation

Another day, another defining moment.

Today I Learned . . . (2016-02-25)

Today I Learned . . . 

Indigo has no books in French ... Just books on French.

Blog Question Of The Day (2016-02-25)

Blog Question Of The Day

When did socks get so expensive??

Why does no one have a Johnny Oduya #47 green Dallas Stars jersey?

Wednesday, February 24, 2016

Today I Learned . . . (2016-02-24)

Today I Learned . . .

My Nikon camera is fantastic.

The Daily Affirmation (2016-02-24)

The Daily Affirmation

As I correctly predicted, the rib sandwich was delicious.

New jersey company shipped my test order today.

Blog Question Of The Day (2016-02-24)

Blog Question Of The Day

Why can't I see the cursor in a Blogger window?

La Connexion Francaise (2016-02-24)

La Connexion Francaise

esprit = mind
honte = shame
guitare = guitar
sugarer = to suggest

Dénombrement en français

Pourquoi je vous ai dans mon esprit.


Tuesday, February 23, 2016

Blog Question Of The Day (2016-02-23)

Blog Question Of The Day

How do I get myself in these impossible situations?

The Daily Affirmation (2016-02-23)

The Daily Affirmation

It has been 987 days since I have weighed less than I did when I stepped on the scale this morning.

I fixed my own zipper on my football bag.

Monday, February 22, 2016

Act of Caring (2016-02-22)

Act of Caring

Even though it is among my least favourite chores, I folded and put away the laundry.

Blog Question Of The Day (2016-02-21)

Blog Question Of The Day

Is my recent trial with a new Chinese jersey vendor going to turn out favourably?


Act of Caring (2016-02-21)

Act of Caring

I cleaned out the dishwasher this afternoon for no other reason than it was done.

The Daily Affirmation (2016-02-21)

The Daily Affirmation

The co-ed team won their game tonight handily, setting us up in first place in our Division as we move into elimination playoffs.

Pulling together all available resources and setting forth on a goal of no surrender, the Maroons finally played to their potential and pulled off a stunning 5-1 win to clinch 3rd place in the E Division pool.  It opens the way to a potential win into the Division final.

La Connexion Francaise (2016-02-21)

La Connexion Francaise

gagner = to win
jouer = to play
pirater = to pass
passer = to pass
Chinois = Chinese

Dénombrement en français

Nous avons gagné tous de deux hockey-balle matches ce soir.  C'était magnifique!





Saturday, February 20, 2016

The Daily Affirmation (2016-02-20)

The Daily Affirmation

I had quite probably my best game of indoor slo-pitch tonight and we almost won, coming up just a little short at 11-9.

I fixed my problem with Cities: Skylines!

La Connexion Francaise (2016-02-20)

La Connexion Francaise

avant = prior
permettre = to allow
commander = to order

Dénombrement en français

J'ai joué un bien jeux de slo-pitch ce soir.



Blog Question Of The Day (2016-02-20)

Blog Question Of The Day

Since my existing avenue for jersey purchasing seems to have gone like the dinosaurs. how do I decide what Chinese jersey merchant is a safe enough bet to try ordering somewhere else?

Act of Caring (2016-02-20)

Act of Caring

I got an email, looking for permit players for tonight, so I forwarded it to the soccer team.

I finally got out a screwdriver and took the sharp piece of metal off the door where the indoor handle used to be, on the screen door.

Today I Learned . . . (2016-02-20)

Today I Learned . . .

Porsche (the luxury sports car company) made a 201-in television worth more than their 911 car

The Nike NFL Elite uniform is closest to what the players wear on the field. The NFL's Elite jersey features advanced Flywire strength to resist stretching, water repelling fabric, zoned stretched fit, and strategically placed ventilation areas.

Friday, February 19, 2016

The Daily Affirmation (2016-02-19)

The Daily Affirmation

I finished the last French textbook that I had in my stack of books.

La Connexion Francaise (2016-02-19)

La Connexion Francaise

etonner = to amaze
ravi = delighted
réveiller = to wake
rendre = return

Dénombrement en français

Je suis très fatigué.


The Daily Photo (2016-02-19)

The Daily Photo

This is what dry mouth looks like


Thursday, February 18, 2016

La Connexion Francaise (2016-02-18)

La Connexion Francaise

fracturé = broken

Dénombrement en français

Mon ordinateur est fracturé.


The Daily Affirmation (2016-02-18)

The Daily Affirmation

I enjoyed Deadpool tonight.

Blog Question Of The Day (2016-02-18)

Blog Question Of The Day

Should I be buying more cheap gadgets from China in response to these web site ads they keep sending me?

Wednesday, February 17, 2016

La Connexion Francaise (2016-02-17)

La Connexion Francaise

sauter = jump
ravi = delighted
étonner = to astound
malgré = despite

Dénombrement en français

le subjonctif est putain stupide.


Blog Question Of The Day (2016-02-17)

Blog Question Of The Day

Is my struggle with getting my mastery of physical acts back one of those things that will only come back slowly, in little bits at a time, as I practice and work on it diligently on a regular basis?

Would all of these things I'm trying to bring back into expert command come back faster if I wasn't battling daily with pain issues?

The Daily Affirmation (2016-02-17)

The Daily Affirmation

I only needed one try to load the paper towel into the dispenser this time.

We scored a big win in men's masters soccer tonight.  Action included a perfect pass from me that lead to an early goal.

Act of Caring (2016-02-17)

Act of Caring

I changed the paper towel roll in the bathroom at work.

Tuesday, February 16, 2016

The Daily Photo (2016-02-16)

The Daily Photo

Honestly, even I admit, this is just gross



One of my new pairs of socks


Can someone please explain why I keep doing this to myself?





The Daily Affirmation (2016-02-16)

The Daily Affirmation

I got a near perfect parking spot at the Sasktel Soccer Centre tonight.

Blog Question Of The Day (2016-02-16)

Blog Question Of The Day

Why does soup, frozen or not, require so much microwaving to get hot?

Is it still a school zone if there's no school this week?

Why can't I turn around my physical performance, in the same way I have transformed my mental edge and my weight loss goal?

Today I Learned . . . (2016-02-16)

Today I Learned . . .

Seawater pH is typically limited to a range between 7.5 and 8.4.

The second area code in Saskatchewan is 639.

Act of Caring (2016-02-16)

Act of Caring

When I realized I'd forgotten my morning pills, after a few moments indecision, I went home and got them.

While at home I noticed my steps had ice on them so I put out some ice-melt.

While waiting for my bagel to toast, I added pop to the staff fridge.

Monday, February 15, 2016

La Connexion Francaise (2016-02-15)

La Connexion Francaise

interdire = to forbid
avoir envie = to feel like/want

Dénombrement en français

Ball hockey est trés frustrant.



Today I Learned . . . (2016-02-15)

Today I Learned . . . 

I saw a train crossing Millar Ave.  They do still use those tracks.

Blog Question Of The Day (2016-02-15)

Blog Question Of The Day

Should I buy this pen?

http://www.banggood.com/Aluminum-Alloy-Self-Defense-Protection-Tactical-Pen-Glass-Breaker-p-936549.html?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=cpc_elc&utm_campaign=sec-def-rm-nr&utm_content=tracy&utm_design=27

How does Facebook decide in what order the people are in on your chat panel in the web version of Facebook?

The Daily Affirmation (2016-02-15)

The Daily Affirmation

I have not weighed this little in 740 days.

Sunday, February 14, 2016

Act of Caring (2016-02-14)

Act of Caring

For not other reason than, the machine was done, I took the dishes out of the dishwasher.

Though I intensely dislike the chore, and had the option of procrastinating on it until tomorrow, I put away all the laundry that I'd finished.

The Daily Affirmation (2016-02-14)

The Daily Affirmation

I know we lost the game 6-0.  But I felt such a sense of gratitude to see us get a decent bench, with 10 runners come out to a game in prime time on Valentine's Day.  Then to have a guy who'd never even work goalie pads before, step up to play net for us, and the rest of the team rally around him, to limit shots and help him not get shelled.  We showed very little offensive push tonight, but our level of effort playing defence was outstanding, and it re-affirmed my faith in this team.

It was a lot of fun to play ball hockey and completely dominate the other team, resulting in a comfortable 5-2 win.  I didn't make any all-star teams based on my play last night, but I was solid, dependent and competent.  I felt good about the whole game.

La Connexion Francaise (2016-02-14)

La Connexion Francaise

à moins que = unless
afin que/pour que = in order that
avant que = before
bien que/malgré que/quoique = although
de crainte que/de peur que = for fear that
jusqu'à ce que = until
pourvu que = provided that
sans que = without

Dénombrement en français

Trop de pénalités coute nous le match ce soir.


The Daily Photo (2016-02-14)

The Daily Photo

These are things someone could buy me for a present





Blog Question Of The Day (2016-02-14)

Blog Question Of The Day

Could a basketball player from a different era, say Bill Walton, in his prime, compete with a modern NBA player?

Saturday, February 13, 2016

The Daily Photo (2016-02-13)

The Daily Photo

What the hell is wrong with this hot tub water???


Blog Question Of The Day (2016-02-13)

Blog Question Of The Day

If a girl were to get into a serious athletic pursuit, wouldn't free-flowing hair get in the way?

La Connexion Francaise (2016-02-13)

La Connexion Francaise

pendant = while
tourne = turned
autour = around
tous = all

Dénombrement en français

Il a neigé sur ma tête.


The Daily Affirmation (2016-02-13)

The Daily Affirmation

I finished a book this morning, something I haven't done in quite awhile.

I hit the first "out of the park" home run of my adult slo-pitch career tonight.

Friday, February 12, 2016

Today I Learned . . . (2016-02-12)

Today I Learned . . .

In Sweden parents are not allowed to name their children: Metallica, Superman, Veranda, Ikea and Elvis.

La Connexion Francaise (2016-02-12)

La Connexion Francaise

impensable = unthinkable
'espèce en danger = endangered species
la croyance = belief
la lune = moon
le préjugé = prejudice
le réchauffement = warming
égal/egaux = equal

Dénombrement en français

Je crois en le préjugé.



The Daily Photo (2016-02-12)

The Daily Photo

How long is it going to take me to move all of this over by 1 foot?


Blog Question Of The Day (2016-02-12)

Blog Question Of The Day

Why do people have to post garbage to the internet?

The Daily Affirmation (2016-02-12)

The Daily Affirmation

In a game too skilled for my lack of talent, at the very end, I managed to make two nice plays that would have to be scored as assists.

Wednesday, February 10, 2016

La Connexion Francaise (2016-02-10)

La Connexion Francaise

devoir = to have to/must
tenir = to hold
vouloir = to want
brüler = to run (a light)
dépasser = to exceed
envoyer des textos = to text message

Dénombrement en français

Je voudrais la douleur dans mon bras gauche et mon orteil droite partir.

Blog Question Of The Day (2016-02-10)

Blog Question Of The Day

When are my socks going to get here?

Why can I, all of a sudden, sleep like a normal person?

The Daily Photo (2016-02-10)

The Daily Photo

Can you tell this finger is sprained?


Tuesday, February 09, 2016

The Daily Affirmation (2016-02-09)

The Daily Affirmation 

In a game of bland opportunities, I made three good plays in contribution.

Blog Question Of The Day (2016-02-09)

Blog Question Of The Day

What do I do about this impasse on my flag football team regarding playing an offensive role?

La Connexion Francaise (2016-02-09)

La Connexion Francaise

rougir = to blush
rendre = return
saisir = grab

Dénombrement en français

Je voudrais saisir plus footballs.





Today I Learned . . . (2016-02-09)

Today I Learned . . .

Most consulting engineers specify that the HMI screen should be mounted so that its at ~60" (1500 mm) from the floor to the finished location of the screen.

Monday, February 08, 2016

The Daily Photo (2016-02-08)

The Daily Photo

Why is my right foot looks fine, but is screaming in agony, while my left foot feels okay but its all pink and looks shredded?


Blog Question Of The Day (2016-02-08)

Blog Question Of The Day

Why do banks have to be so irritating?

The Daily Affirmation (2016-02-08)

The Daily Affirmation

The numbers on the scale this morning read 198.2.

I scored a goal tonight in men's masters soccer.  It was my typical dirty goal.

Sunday, February 07, 2016

La Connexion Francaise (2016-02-07)

La Connexion Francaise

ours = bears
l'assiette = plate
l'oreiller = pillow

Dénombrement en français

Broncos pour la victoire!


The Daily Photo (2016-02-07)

The Daily Photo

The newest project . . . the same as an old project




I had to make shaved ice when this afternoon's Super Big Gulp lasted forever


Blog Question Of The Day (2016-02-07)

Blog Question Of The Day

What do I do about the Chinese?

The Daily Affirmation (2016-02-07)

The Daily Affirmation

I got the only thing I wanted out of today, Peyton Manning won the Super Bowl.

Saturday, February 06, 2016

Blog Question Of The Day (2016-02-06)

Blog Question Of The Day

Could I find an orange Broncos hat in Saskatoon?

Friday, February 05, 2016

Act of Caring (2016-02-05)

Act of Caring

I took the garbage out.

Today I Learned . . . (2016-02-05)

Today I Learned . . .

Pg 13.5 is not a weird page reference but actually a specification for threads on an item, commonly something electrical.

Thursday, February 04, 2016

La Connexion Francaise (2016-02-04)

La Connexion Francaise

emporter = to carry
sac de couchage = sleeping bag
poubelle = garbage

Dénombrement en français

Je ne suis pas heureux.

Blog Question Of The Day (2016-02-04)

Blog Question Of The Day

Why do my phosphate tablets effervesce better with water at work?

The Daily Affirmation (2016-02-04)

The Daily Affirmation

I weighed 199.2 lbs this morning, finally under my goal weight for the first time 339 days.

The jersey order came in today.

My chair FINALLY got here!

Today I Learned . . . (2016-02-04)

Today I Learned . . . (2016-02-03)

They have a round booth at Jerry's.

Wednesday, February 03, 2016

The Daily Photo (2016-02-03)

The Daily Photo 

Because its interesting to me . . . another injury


(Note the discolouration at the base of my thumb, at the joint.  I diagnose this . . . a sprain)

La Connexion Francaise (2016-02-03)

La Connexion Francaise

laine = wool
lin = linen
couchage = sleeping
sac à dos = back pack

Dénombrement en français

Je regarde la chanteuse Taylor Swift ce soir.



Blog Question Of The Day (2016-02-03)

Blog Question Of The Day

Does a cat notice when you say sorry to it for something like accidentally tripping over it?

Tuesday, February 02, 2016

Blog Question Of The Day (2016-02-02)

Blog Question Of The Day

Even though the trip to the store seemed to disprove the theory, should I buy a new power adapter for my Macbook Air, since they are only $25?

Monday, February 01, 2016

Sunday, January 31, 2016

The Daily Affirmation (2016-01-31)

The Daily Affirmation

The stars aligned and fate returned the result that some had tried to subvert.  John Scott got his day, and was rewarded with the All-Star MVP trophy.

Act of Caring (2016-01-31)

Act of Caring

I stuffed everything I could find in the dish washer tonight and fired it up.

La Connexion Francaise (2016-01-31)

La Connexion Francaise

cave = cellar
maîtrise = mastery
bêtise = silliness
souffle = breath
crever = to burst
s'enfler = to swell up
retenir = to hold back

Dénombrement en français

J'ai acheté une chaise aujourd'hui.

Neutral Net Interactive était la bêtise.


The Daily Photo (2016-01-31)

The Daily Photo

Is the area around/below my right big toe swollen?

(Yes, I know I have ugly feet)


Blog Question Of The Day (2016-01-31)

Blog Question Of The Day

Is there something stronger for athlete's foot than Tinactin?

Today I Learned . . . (2016-01-31)

Today I Learned . . .

Troy Flutie, the son of Darren, brother of Doug, played college the same as Doug at Boston College.

In close-up photo my feet are extremely ugly.