Tuesday, April 05, 2016

Act of Caring (2016-04-05)

Act of Caring

Even though I don't drink coffee, I loaded all the coffee mugs in the sink, into the dishwasher at work.

Monday, April 04, 2016

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

Today I Learned . . .

I once again mis-managed payment for rec sports.

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

Blog Question Of The Day

What's the best way to manage fee payment on my various teams?

Sunday, April 03, 2016

Blog Question Of The Day (2016-04-03)

Blog Question Of The Day

Can I learn self-restraint?

La Connexion Francaise (2016-04-03)

La Connexion Francaise

gommeux = gummy
vers = worms

Dénombrement en français

J'aime les vers gommeux.




Today I Learned . . . (2016-04-03)

Today I Learned . . .

Hayden Panettiere has had a baby.

I successfully figured out how to delete an email account on an Android (Samsung) phone.

Saturday, April 02, 2016

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

Blog Question Of The Day

Is anxiety the root cause of my performance based problems?

For all of my work, training my body, playing all these sports, investing so much time and energy into managing and directing my teams, why am I left with a feeling of desolation, soul crushing fatigue, and pain that harbingers of great misfortune?

The Daily Affirmation (2016-04-02)

The Daily Affirmation

With a strong, masterful commandingly beats their rivals Meadow Lake FC at noon.

Sitting in my Porsche, not quite ready to leave yet, a random kid bikes past and yells "nice car!"

Having completed my weekend, ultimately unsuccessfully, I still feel fulfilled that, after all that came before this winter, everyone seemed to have a good time.


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

Today I Learned . . .

The gear shift and clutch must be completely disengaged before you can operate the roof on the Porsche.

La Connexion Francaise (2016-04-01)

La Connexion Francaise

camion feu = fire truck
roche = rock
broom = balai

Dénombrement en français

Marci sera contestée en parlant rancaise cet été.


Blog Question Of The Day (2016-04-01)

Blog Question Of The Day

Why do I always end up behind the slowest driver?

Friday, April 01, 2016

Today I Learned . . . (2016-04-01)

Today I Learned . . .

There is an R in the word paraphe(R)nalia.

The Daily Affirmation (2016-04-01)

The Daily Affirmation

I got ripped off by the Chinese Dallas Stars jersey merchants but at least I have the amusement of continually exchanging emails with them.

I enjoyed all the sports I played today.

Thursday, March 31, 2016

Today I Learned . . . (2016-03-31)

Today I Learned . . .

Over the whole Twilight saga, there are over 24 minutes of just staring.

La Connexion Francaise (2016-03-31)

La Connexion Francaise

les entretiens = interviews
obtenir = to get, to gain
gagner = to win

Dénombrement en français

Je ne suis pas heureux.


The Daily Affirmation (2016-03-31)

The Daily Affirmation

I don't care what anyone else said, I enjoyed Batman vs. Superman.

Wednesday, March 30, 2016

La Connexion Francaise (2016-03-30)

La Connexion Francaise

visiter = to visit
rendre visite à = to visit
aller voir = to gp and see

Dénombrement en français

Je dois manger plus.

The Daily Affirmation (2016-03-30)

The Daily Affirmation 

I felt like I gave a good effort in soccer tonight.

Blog Question Of The Day (2016-03-30)

Blog Question Of The Day 

By the end of the summer will I be able to wheel in, park backwards in the drive like a boss?

Today I Learned . . . (2016-03-30)

Today I Learned . . .

The best time to trim trees is before they've gone into bloom in the spring.

Act of Caring (2016-03-30)

Act of Caring

I both put away the laundry and cleaned out the dishwasher.

Monday, March 28, 2016

Sunday, March 27, 2016

La Connexion Francaise (2016-03-27)

La Connexion Francaise

attendre = to wait (for)
chercher = to look for, to pick up
que = that

Dénombrement en français

Je crois que je suis fatigue.




The Daily Affirmation (2016-03-27)

The Daily Affirmation 

I got to go for a drive in my Porsche twice today, March the 27th.

Today I Learned . . . (2016-03-27)

Today I Learned . . .

The Porsche has a spoiler on it that comes up when you drive fast enough to enable it.

Blog Question Of The Day (2016-03-27)

Blog Question Of The Day

How do I get back the last 10% of performance?

Saturday, March 26, 2016

The Daily Affirmation (2016-03-26)

The Daily Affirmation

I know it doesn't sound like much but I was pretty happy to discover they'd changed the syrup on the Coke taps at Mac's.


Friday, March 25, 2016

La Connexion Francaise (2016-03-25)

La Connexion Francaise

dans = in
semaine = week
superbes = fantastic

Dénombrement en français

J'ai un mal de tête.  C'est mieux.

The Daily Affirmation (2016-03-25)

The Daily Affirmation

189.4 lb.  Wow.

Blog Question Of The Day (2016-03-25)

Blog Question Of The Day

Why do people pick fights with me?

Why do some people put dashes in phone numbers and others use spaces?

Thursday, March 24, 2016

The Daily Affirmation (2016-03-24)

The Daily Affirmation

I scored a very pretty goal in Delco hockey this afternoon.

Act of Caring (2016-03-24)

Act of Caring

After locking the house and getting into my vehicle, I convinced myself to go back inside, get some ice melt, and spread it on the steps.

Wednesday, March 23, 2016

The Daily Affirmation (2016-03-23)

The Daily Affirmation

My co-ed goalie FINALLY signed to the website roster.  But something glitched and her registration shows up as "Disabled".

Blog Question Of The Day (2016-03-23)

Blog Question Of The Day

Is my ultimate undoing that I'm constantly trying to be fair about everything, in a world where everyone else is taking as much as they can for themselves, and assume I am doing the same thing?

Tuesday, March 22, 2016

The Daily Affirmation (2016-03-22)

The Daily Affirmation

There is more money left in my bank account than I expected after a few days in a row of unchecked spending.

I got a fantastic parking spot at the west soccer centre tonight.

Though a slight contribution, I had one catch in tonight's football game.

La Connexion Francaise (2016-03-22)

La Connexion Francaise

sur = on
dans = in
a = to, at, in
pour = for
devant = in front of
derrière = behind
avant = before
après = after

Dénombrement en français

Pourquoi il doit neige chaque jour?
Il devrait avoir gateau de saucisse.


Blog Question Of The Day (2016-03-22)

Blog Question Of The Day 

Why do people lose their minds when it snows?

Should I paint parking lines on my driveway?

Act of Caring (2016-03-22)

Act of Caring

I followed through and went to physiotherapy today.

I added 3 pails of water to the hot tub.

I transferred money to the house cleaners, having forgotten earlier in the month when it happened.

I scraped at the ice the best I could then put down ice melt on my steps.

Monday, March 21, 2016

Sunday, March 20, 2016

The Daily Affirmation (2016-03-20)

The Daily Affirmation

My Taylor Swift unauthorized (but very complimentary) biography was finished this morning during my morning exercise bike ride.

Saturday, March 19, 2016

La Connexion Francaise (2016-03-19)

La Connexion Francaise

depuis = since
pour = for (present)
pendant = for (past)

Dénombrement en français

J'apprends le français depuis longtemps. Je crois cinq ans.

Blog Question Of The Day (2016-03-19)

Blog Question Of The Day

Can I read "Hockey's Top Ten" as my next -Learning- category book?

Should I switch my secondary browser to Opera?

The Daily Affirmation (2016-03-19)

The Daily Affirmation

I finished another book!

In a season ending finale for history, LDR pulled out a high scoring 6-5 win to close the season!

Facing elimination, the Ground Pounders stood up and battled out a dominating win to advance to the second round of dome ball playoffs!

Friday, March 18, 2016

Act of Caring (2016-03-18)

Act of Caring 

I wrote a post on Facebook describing how to fix foaming in a hot tub.

The Daily Affirmation (2016-03-18)

The Daily Affirmation

It appears my long-sought-after green #47 Johnny Oduya Dallas Stars jersey arrived today.

Today I Learned . . . (2016-03-18)

Today I Learned . . .

It is "Bring Your Own Cup Day" at 7-11 today.

The people at Delco who play hockey have spent $4525.50 on hockey this season.

Thursday, March 17, 2016

The Daily Affirmation (2016-03-17)

The Daily Affirmation

I got multiple new goodies when I went to my Mom and Dad's for supper tonight.

Today I Learned . . . (2016-03-17)

Today I Learned . . .

There are two tabs on the power supply for a Mac laptop that can be flipped out and are designed to wrap the cord around.

There is a "Delco Water" in Delaware.

Blog Question Of The Day (2016-03-17)

Blog Question Of The Day

How are you supposed to solve a problem when you can't think of any ideas?

Should I do a thorough job of brushing the snow off the Porsche and put it under the car cover again?

Wednesday, March 16, 2016

Today I Learned . . . (2016-03-16)

Today I Learned . . .

Patrick Ennis is going to be 57 years old next month.

The Daily Photo (2016-03-16)

The Daily Photo

Nah, we won't bother fixing the drain, we'll just put a bunch of barricades around the giant pond we've created


The Daily Affirmation (2016-03-16)

The Daily Affirmation

I think my latest jersey order arrived today.

Act of Caring (2016-03-16)

Act of Caring

I was in Subway this morning to get my usual Wednesday Subway breakfast.  I didn't think much of it, but the customer ahead of me seemed to have trouble finding enough money.  He left, I had my sandwich made and I was about to pay.  There was $40 on the ground.  It must have belonged to the customer ahead of me, who was having so much trouble finding enough cash.  I ran outside and stopped him, before he could drive away, and gave him back his $40.

Tuesday, March 15, 2016

La Connexion Francaise (2016-03-15)

La Connexion Francaise

quelque = some
peu = little
certains = some
environ = about

Dénombrement en français

Il neige.  Il est merde.


Today I Learned . . . (2016-03-15)

Today I Learned . . .

An NHL rink is 85 feet wide.

The Daily Affirmation (2016-03-15)

The Daily Affirmation

It has been 1057 days since I have weighed less than this.

Blog Question Of The Day (2016-03-15)

Blog Question Of The Day

Should I sign up for Men's Masters outdoor soccer?

Do I want a Von Miller and a Aqib Talib jersey?

Monday, March 14, 2016

The Daily Affirmation (2016-03-14)

The Daily Affirmation

I got the Porsche out for the season today.

The last guy signed to the SBHL web site today.  The Maroons roster is full for Spring 2016.

Today I Learned . . . (2016-03-14)

Today I Learned . . .

Post a Porsche, get a lot of Facebook hits.

That trick with putting a block of wood under your tire when you're stuck actually works.

Sunday, March 13, 2016

The Daily Affirmation (2016-03-13)

The Daily Affirmation

A second person has registered for my co-ed ball hockey team.

Blog Question Of The Day (2016-03-13)

Blog Question Of The Day

I swear there is no double entendre to any of my questions.  Why is it so many people ignore me when I ask them things?

Saturday, March 12, 2016

La Connexion Francaise (2016-03-12)

La Connexion Francaise

joueurs = players
plus = more
moins = less
aussi = as
haut = tall
tant pis! = never mind
peinture = painting

Dénombrement en français

J'ai signé quatre joueurs hockey ce soir.



The Daily Affirmation (2016-03-12)

The Daily Affirmation

We finally didn't lose at slo pitch tonight.

I signed 4 high-quality players to the Maroons tonight

The Daily Photo (2016-03-12)

The Daily Photo

What a Rush!!!



Blog Question Of The Day (2016-03-12)

Blog Question Of The Day

What am I going to do with all these extra ball hockey players that I have?

Friday, March 11, 2016

The Daily Affirmation (2016-03-11)

The Daily Affirmation

I rocked neurofeedback this morning:

Diego got back the two jerseys.

Today I Learned . . . (2016-03-11)

Today I Learned . . .

Its not worth the effort to try and sell one of my cars.  Approximate resale value of each one is:
o - Mustang GT = $6,000
o - Porsche Boxster = $9,000

Blog Question Of The Day (2016-03-11)

Blog Question Of The Day

How do you make a World War Z II?

Thursday, March 10, 2016

Today I Learned . . . (2016-03-10)

Today I Learned . . .

Veet (or formerly known as Neat) is a chemical depilatory that contain thioglycolic acid and potassium hydroxide which when combined cause hair loss.

La Connexion Francaise (2016-03-10)

La Connexion Francaise

loin = far
plaît = please
dégoûtante = horrible
sonner = sound

Dénombrement en français

Je suis heureux.



The Daily Photo (2016-03-10)

The Daily Photo

Things I found interesting tonight



Act of Caring (2016-03-10)

Act of Caring

I washed my vehicle tonight.

The Daily Affirmation (2016-03-10)

The Daily Affirmation

I recovered $3.00 from the lining of my jacket tonight.

Blog Question Of The Day (2016-03-10)

Blog Question Of The Day

How much water is used in the average car wash?

Wednesday, March 09, 2016

Act of Caring (2016-03-09)

Act of Caring 

When I got home from the slo-pitch meeting, I still remembered to put the garbage out.

The Daily Affirmation (2016-03-09)

The Daily Affirmation

I got the slo-pitch team signed up for another season.

My men's ball hockey plan is proceeding nicely.

I got two shipping confirmations that my jersey orders were en route.

Today I Learned . . . (2016-03-09)

Today I Learned . . .

I keep 4.618 L of water chilled in the mini fridge in my office.

Blog Question Of The Day (2016-03-09)

Blog Question Of The Day

If I were to sell one of my cars, which one should it be, the Mustang GT or the Porsche?

Should I put an ad on Kijiji for one of my cars, with a wildly optimistic price tag, so that if I end up selling it, I am more than well compensated for the effort?

Tuesday, March 08, 2016

La Connexion Francaise (2016-03-08)

La Connexion Francaise

oreille = ear
encore = still

Dénombrement en français

Mon oreille me fait encore mal.



The Daily Affirmation (2016-03-08)

The Daily Affirmation

So far my ball hockey exploits are going well on registration.

Daphne's drawing of the Maroons logo is beautiful.

Blog Question Of The Day (2016-03-08)

Blog Question Of The Day

Why doesn't anyone do what they say they are going to do?

Monday, March 07, 2016

La Connexion Francaise (2016-03-06)

La Connexion Francaise

habiller = to dress
réveiller = get up
tôt = early

Dénombrement en français

J'ai gagné non jeux aujourd'hui.  Je suis triste.

Sunday, March 06, 2016

The Daily Affirmation (2016-03-06)

The Daily Affirmation

Although we didn't come away with the championship, I felt like I gave it my all in trying to win that ball hockey game.

Blog Question Of The Day (2016-03-06)

Blog Question Of The Day

Could I park the Porsche in a shed and if I did so, could I find a roll-up garage door that fits on a garage?

Saturday, March 05, 2016

Act of Caring (2016-03-05)

Act of Caring

I finally remembered to box up all the excess glasses/mugs in the kitchen cupboards to clear out some room.

La Connexion Francaise (2016-03-05)

La Connexion Francaise

roche = rock
poser/ demander = to ask
ennuyeux = annoying/boring (??)

Dénombrement en français

Je n'aime pas objets indirects.
Aucun curseur est très ennuyeux.

Blog Question Of The Day (2016-03-05)

Blog Question Of The Day

What should I read next for a weekend work book?

The Daily Affirmation (2016-03-05)

The Daily Affirmation

I finished "The MBR Book" which I've been reading for many months.

In the 5th inning of tonight's slo pitch game, with not much on the line, I stepped up to the plate and CRUSHED the pitch to right centre field for an opposite field home run!

Friday, March 04, 2016

Blog Question Of The Day (2016-03-04)

Blog Question Of The Day

Should I buy replacement ink cartridges for my printer, online for $32?

What ever happened to Walkmans?

La Connexion Francaise (2016-03-04)

La Connexion Francaise

lundi = Monday
règle = rule

Dénombrement en français

J'ai un bon jour.



Today I Learned . . . (2016-03-04)

Today I Learned . . .

My dryer vent pipe was not connected to my dryer.

The Daily Affirmation (2016-03-04)

The Daily Affirmation

I had a fantastic game of Delco hockey today, scoring two goals and making many great defensive plays.

For the first time this season, I actually curled well, and we won in 6 ends.

Thursday, March 03, 2016

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

Today I Learned . . .

Chemical dosing calculations are nothing but unit conversions.

The Daily Affirmation (2016-03-03)

The Daily Affirmation

My new Peyton Manning jersey, from the new jersey vendor, arrived today.

Act of Caring (2016-03-03)

Act of Caring

I finally remembered to take the cat litter pail outside.

Wednesday, March 02, 2016

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

Blog Question Of The Day

Why do all of my sins eventually come back to visit me?

Tuesday, March 01, 2016

Today I Learned . . . (2016-03-01)

Today I Learned . . .

At top speed, a Bugatti Veyron will empty its 26 gallon gas tank in 12 minutes.

La Connexion Francaise (2016-03-01)

La Connexion Francaise

ennuyeux = boring
propre = own
sale = nasty

Dénombrement en français

J'ai un fabuleux jeux ce soir.  J'ai capturé deux gros jettes.


The Daily Affirmation (2016-03-01)

The Daily Affirmation

I had a huge football game tonight.  I had 2 big catches, including an early one to score our first touchdown of the night.  The second was even better as I stepped in front of a defensive back, tipped it away from his clutches, then grabbed the tip and came within 1 yard of scoring a second TD.

I made the Saskatoon AFFL Twitter feed for the game tonight.