I do not owe millions. I have not invested badly nor have I made bad loans. My credit could use some help (hey, I went to college) and selfishly, I want a new car but I do not need one. All I am asking for is 20 grand. Mr. Bush, if you can give BILLIONS away, how about adding an extra bundle of Ben Franklins to the pile for me? Yeah, I did not vote for you but c'mon now, you shouldn't hold a grudge. Some of the money will go to my boys' school fund and some will go to my house fund...see, it will be our own little mortgage bailout plan all on its own!
How about Mr. Bush? I'm good for it.
Friday, September 26, 2008
Friday, September 12, 2008
You're How Old?!?
My yougest son Xavier (pronounced Javier) turns 9 tomorrow! Happy Birthday Little Boy!
It's hard to grasp that he is 9. When I look at him I still see the baby that used to use the corner of his blanket to rub against his nose as he was falling asleep. I will probably always see him this way, sorry buddy, and thats ok with me.
I have been blessed with two beautiful boys that listen, are great students, have super personalities and are growing up to be fine young men (still a long way to go, I know but they are well on their way!). Friends always comment on what a great job I am doing raising them but I must share the glory with these same friends and family that have been there all along with me.
Thanks to the following peeps for being there at one time or another for my boys:
Grandparents Sifuentes....for always being there to pick up, watch them after school or weekend night when I have plans. Also for being big fans of their soccer and little league games.
Uncles and auntie Sifuentes for talking, playing and being good role models for them.
My wife Marnitas for being the best stepmom any kid can ask for. The boys truly love you and you bring much happiness to their lives.
Nana and Papa Muto for accepting my boys as you have accepted me, into your family.
Jeff, Rex, Bridget, and the entire "Swinger" group for being such good people that I have no problem having my boys around you. From talking to them to letting them propose a business plan to house sit for you....every experience has been fantastic. I know you have seen them become more comfortable with each of you and it is a direct result of your efforts in always making them feel welcome.
Thanks to many more of you that have left an impression on my boys.
Happy Birthday Xavier.
It's hard to grasp that he is 9. When I look at him I still see the baby that used to use the corner of his blanket to rub against his nose as he was falling asleep. I will probably always see him this way, sorry buddy, and thats ok with me.
I have been blessed with two beautiful boys that listen, are great students, have super personalities and are growing up to be fine young men (still a long way to go, I know but they are well on their way!). Friends always comment on what a great job I am doing raising them but I must share the glory with these same friends and family that have been there all along with me.
Thanks to the following peeps for being there at one time or another for my boys:
Grandparents Sifuentes....for always being there to pick up, watch them after school or weekend night when I have plans. Also for being big fans of their soccer and little league games.
Uncles and auntie Sifuentes for talking, playing and being good role models for them.
My wife Marnitas for being the best stepmom any kid can ask for. The boys truly love you and you bring much happiness to their lives.
Nana and Papa Muto for accepting my boys as you have accepted me, into your family.
Jeff, Rex, Bridget, and the entire "Swinger" group for being such good people that I have no problem having my boys around you. From talking to them to letting them propose a business plan to house sit for you....every experience has been fantastic. I know you have seen them become more comfortable with each of you and it is a direct result of your efforts in always making them feel welcome.
Thanks to many more of you that have left an impression on my boys.
Happy Birthday Xavier.
Wednesday, September 10, 2008
Random Thoughts
Lots of things going on in my head lately....
Are the SF Giants ever going to win a World Series?
Will the 49ers score more than 21 points this season?
Will I ever own a new car? Do I want a new car?
Is the housing market going to get even better for us buyers?
Will I find a haircut I like for under $30?
Will my soccer team ever listen to me?
When will I get a dog?
What does my son Xavier want for his 9th birthday? Where did the 9 years go?
Will I ever feel comfortable in a pair of 501's again? Wait, the answer to that one is NO.
Will I break 100 in golf?
Have we seen the last hot spell for 2008?
Is my iPhone ever going to get better 3g reception?
Thanks for reading.
Are the SF Giants ever going to win a World Series?
Will the 49ers score more than 21 points this season?
Will I ever own a new car? Do I want a new car?
Is the housing market going to get even better for us buyers?
Will I find a haircut I like for under $30?
Will my soccer team ever listen to me?
When will I get a dog?
What does my son Xavier want for his 9th birthday? Where did the 9 years go?
Will I ever feel comfortable in a pair of 501's again? Wait, the answer to that one is NO.
Will I break 100 in golf?
Have we seen the last hot spell for 2008?
Is my iPhone ever going to get better 3g reception?
Thanks for reading.
Wednesday, September 3, 2008
Football
The NFL season starts tomorrow.
I have one more fantasy football draft tonight. I am a fantasy junkie.
Those who dont play fantasy football think I'm a nerd. I dont care. I like sports. I like to gamble. I like to win money. Thats why I play.
I have enjoyed football since about 1978. I remember betting Rodney, a classmate, $5 that the Cowboys would beat the Steelers in the Super Bowl. Actually, he bet me that the Steelers would win. I remember Rodney calling me when the game was over, asking for his money. I am happy to say that I have made smarter bets since then but most of my enjoyment has come from fantasy. Here is how I see it:
I am going to watch football regardless. The hometown team has not been very good for about a decade now. Why be forced to follow a team that sucks? Actually, since I live in the San Francisco area, I would be forced to follow TWO teams that suck...and only ONE of them has their games televised locally regularly. So, about 11 years ago I started playing fantasy. Have been hooked ever since. I started with one league, then joined another and another. I was winning enough to break even or better every year. I think one year, winning at fantasy football bought all my christmas gifts for family and friends! Now, I am sure this sounds like I should be in some sort of 12 step program (Hi Mo), but it's not like that. I am in 6 leagues, 4 of which I consider "real" leagues that are competitive and I try to win. The other two are "fun" leagues that I would like to win but I play for social reasons (work and contacts I know).
Is it too much? How do I keep track you ask...its really easy. I spend about 1-2 hours a week going over this stuff. This does not include watching football on Sundays but like I dont count that because like I said, Im going to watch anyway.
I havent had too much trouble with my wife....yet....but I guess Im lucky she watches football too. I would like to include her more in some of my fantasy stuff but she knows that its "guy" time and gives me space....I probably need to insist. I think it might be fun if I do it right. Maybe start a wife/husband league. How many wives would play? Ok may not work...I will think of something. In the meantime.....I will just watch some football, go over the waiver wire religiously and win some cha-ching.
I have one more fantasy football draft tonight. I am a fantasy junkie.
Those who dont play fantasy football think I'm a nerd. I dont care. I like sports. I like to gamble. I like to win money. Thats why I play.
I have enjoyed football since about 1978. I remember betting Rodney, a classmate, $5 that the Cowboys would beat the Steelers in the Super Bowl. Actually, he bet me that the Steelers would win. I remember Rodney calling me when the game was over, asking for his money. I am happy to say that I have made smarter bets since then but most of my enjoyment has come from fantasy. Here is how I see it:
I am going to watch football regardless. The hometown team has not been very good for about a decade now. Why be forced to follow a team that sucks? Actually, since I live in the San Francisco area, I would be forced to follow TWO teams that suck...and only ONE of them has their games televised locally regularly. So, about 11 years ago I started playing fantasy. Have been hooked ever since. I started with one league, then joined another and another. I was winning enough to break even or better every year. I think one year, winning at fantasy football bought all my christmas gifts for family and friends! Now, I am sure this sounds like I should be in some sort of 12 step program (Hi Mo), but it's not like that. I am in 6 leagues, 4 of which I consider "real" leagues that are competitive and I try to win. The other two are "fun" leagues that I would like to win but I play for social reasons (work and contacts I know).
Is it too much? How do I keep track you ask...its really easy. I spend about 1-2 hours a week going over this stuff. This does not include watching football on Sundays but like I dont count that because like I said, Im going to watch anyway.
I havent had too much trouble with my wife....yet....but I guess Im lucky she watches football too. I would like to include her more in some of my fantasy stuff but she knows that its "guy" time and gives me space....I probably need to insist. I think it might be fun if I do it right. Maybe start a wife/husband league. How many wives would play? Ok may not work...I will think of something. In the meantime.....I will just watch some football, go over the waiver wire religiously and win some cha-ching.
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