myJaxonIf we don’t go crazy once in a while, we’ll all go crazy. - Hawkeye

So I ended up playing with my site last night. I’ll think of one thing that is quick and easy to do and then I start finding other things that should be done that are just as quick and easy and next thing you know, it’s 4 hours later and I’m still messing with my site. Thankfully, that didn’t happen this time. Well, it did, I just remembered to go to bed during those 4 hours. Now that I have the new, shinier WordPress version, all of my pages are working now, so that has been added to the sidebar.

I’ve also been working on Open Source Cook a little. Not a lot, but my cookbook is now working and is up over there. I’m talking about the list of recipes that I’ve gathered over the years and haven’t necessarily tried yet. As I try them, I’ve been adding them to OpenSource, so you’ll see all of them at some point…hopefully.

Literary Escapism is still going good. If you missed it, I had my first interview with an actual author a couple weeks ago. Lynda Hilburn was kind of enough to answer a few questions for me, so that was exciting. I just finished reading Acheron by Sherrilyn Kenyon and the book was so good, I can’t find a book that can compare. So I’m going into one of my reading funks. I’ll still be reading, but a lot less than I normally do, so there won’t be as many posts over there right now.

Let’s see what else has been going on. I still have my mySpace page, but I’m really not using it anymore. I signed up for one since a few of my friends exclusively use it and I wanted to keep up to date with them; however, now I’m using Facebook more and more. Facebook is so much easier to use and I can post links from other sites to it really easy, unlike with mySpace. So I’ve been hanging out over there. If you’re on facebook (or even myspace), look me up.

Jesse has also gotten me to sign up for LinkIn. It’s a professional connections social network. I’m still really new on it, so if you’re on it, let’s connect.

I don’t think I’ve mentioned it here yet, but Jesse bought us an account with Flickr so we can use their bandwidth for viewing all of our pictures. As such, I’m currently uploading a ton of photos to the site as our connection lets me. I have all of the pictures from 2006 and 2008 up there, but I haven’t had a chance to add any other ones yet. Draccus seems to be a little stabler right now (still not perfect, but what do you expect), so I might start uploading again tonight. The one thing I’m really liking about flickr is it allows others to leave comments for individual photos and that’s really nice. I love seeing what people have to say about my photos since I tend to be a little camera happy. Especially with Ian.

I think that’s about all that’s been going on lately. Nothing really exciting, just a lot of work on the house. I’ll post about the house a little later this afternoon since we have done some changes.

I found this joke at the 3 R’s and I had to share it. It’s a take on the classic Abbott & Costello skit “Who’s on First”

COSTELLO CALLS TO BUY A COMPUTER FROM ABBOTT

ABBOTT: Super Duper computer store. Can I help you?

COSTELLO: Thanks. I’m setting u p an office in my den and I’m thinking about buying a computer.

ABBOTT: Mac?

COSTELLO: No, the name’s Lou.

ABBOTT: Your computer?

COSTELLO: I don’t own a computer. I want to buy one.

ABBOTT: Mac?

COSTELLO: I told you, my name’s Lou.

ABBOTT: What about Windows?

COSTELLO: Why? Will it get stuffy in here?

ABBOTT: Do you want a computer with Windows?

COSTELLO: I don’t know. What will I see when I look at the windows?

ABBOTT: Wallpaper.

COSTELLO: Never mind the windows. I need a computer and software.

ABBOTT: Software for Windows?

COSTELLO: No. On the computer! I need something I can use to write proposals, track expenses and run my business. What do you have?

ABBOTT: Office.

COSTELLO: Yeah, for my office. Can you recommend anything?

ABBOTT : I just did.

COSTELLO: You just did what?

ABBOTT: Recommend something.

COSTELLO: You recommended something ?

ABBOTT: Yes.

COSTELLO: For my office?

ABBOTT: Yes.

COSTELLO: OK, what did you recommend for my office?

ABBOTT: Office.

COSTELLO: Yes, for my office!

ABBOTT: I recommend Office with Windows.

COSTELLO: I already have an office with windows! OK, let’s just say I’m sitting at my computer and I want to type a proposal. What do I need?

ABBOTT: Word.

COSTELLO: What word?

ABBOTT: Word in Office.

COSTELLO: The only word in office is office.

ABBOTT: The Word in Office for Windows.

COSTELLO: Which word in office for windows?

ABBOTT: The Word you get when you click the blue ‘W’.

COSTELLO: I’m going to click your blue ‘w’ if you don’t start with some straight answers. What about financial bookkeeping? You have anything I can track my money with?

ABBOTT: Money.

COSTELLO: That’s right. What do you have?

ABBOTT: Money.

COSTELLO: I need money to track my money?

ABBOTT: It comes bundled with your computer.

COSTELLO: What’s bundled with my computer?

ABBOTT: Money.

COSTELLO: Money comes with my computer?

ABBOTT: Yes. No extra charge.

COSTELLO: I get a bundle of money with my computer? How much?

ABBOTT: One copy.

COSTELLO: Isn’t it illegal to copy money?

ABBOTT: Microsoft gave us a license to copy Money.

COSTELLO: They can give you a license to copy money?

ABBOTT: Why not? THEY OWN IT!

(A few days later)

ABBOTT: Super Duper computer store. Can I help you?

COSTELLO: How do I turn my computer off?

ABBOTT: Click on ‘START’………….

It’s actually kind of accurate. “looks very decorative, talented, not very self-confident, extremely courageous if necessary, needs goodwill and pleasant surroundings, very choosy, often lonely, great animosity, great artistic nature, good organizer, tends to lean toward philosophy, reliable in any situation, takes partnership seriously.” There are some characteristics I would argue, but overall it could be me.

Dates:

• Dec 23 to Jan 01 - Apple Tree
• Jan 01 to Jan 11 - Fir Tree
• Jan 12 to Jan 24 - Elm Tree
• Jan 25 to Feb 03 - Cypress Tree
• Feb 04 to Feb 08 - Poplar Tree
• Feb 09 to Feb 18 - Cedar Tree
• Feb 19 to Feb 28 - Pine Tree
• Mar 01 to Mar 10 - Weeping Willow Tree
• Mar 11 to Mar 20 - Lime Tree
• Mar 21 (only) - Oak Tree
• Mar 22 to Mar 31 - Hazelnut Tree
• Apr 01 to Apr 10 - Rowan Tree
• Apr 11 to Apr 20 - Maple Tree
• Apr 21 to Apr 30 - Walnut Tree
• May 01 to May 14 - Poplar Tree
• May 15 to May 24 - Chestnut Tree
• May 25 to Jun 03 - Ash Tree
• Jun 04 to Jun 13 - Hornbeam Tree
• Jun 14 to Jun 23 - Fig Tree
• Jun 24 (only) - Birch Tree
• Jun 25 to Jul 04 - Apple Tree
• Jul 05 to Jul 14 - Fir Tree
• Jul 15 to Jul 25 - Elm Tree
• Jul 26 to Aug 04 - Cypress Tree
• Aug 05 to Aug 13 - Poplar Tree
• Aug 14 to Aug 23 - Cedar Tree
• Aug 24 to Sep 01 - Pine Tree
• Sep 02 to Sep 12 - Weeping Willow Tree
• Sep 13 to Sep 22 - Lime Tree
• Sep 23 (only) - Olive Tree
• Sep 24 to Oct 03 - Hazelnut Tree
• Oct 04 to Oct 13 - Rowan Tree
• Oct 14 to Oct 23 - Maple Tree
• Oct 24 to Nov 11 - Walnut Tree
• Nov 12 to Nov 21 - Chestnut Tree
• Nov 22 to Dec 01 - Ash Tree
• Dec 02 to Dec 11 - Hornbeam Tree
• Dec 12 to Dec 21 - Fig Tree
• Dec 22 (only) - Beech Tree

Trees (in alphabetical order):

• Apple Tree (Love) — quiet and shy at times, lots of charm, appeal, And attraction, pleasant attitude, flirtatious smile, adventurous, sensitive, loyal in love, wants to love and be loved, faithful and tender partner, very generous, many talents, loves children, needs affectionate partner.
• Ash Tree (Ambition) — extremely attractive, vivacious, impulsive, demanding, does not care for criticism, ambitious, intelligent, talented, likes to play with fate, can be very egotistic, reliable, restless lover, sometimes money rules over the heart, demands attention, needs love and much emotional support.
• Beech Tree (Creative) — has good taste, concerned about its looks, materialistic, good organization of life and career, economical, good leader, takes no unnecessary risks, reasonable, splendid lifetime companion, keen on keeping fit (diets, sports, etc.).
• Birch Tree (Inspiration) — vivacious, attractive, elegant, friendly, unpretentious, modest, does not like anything in excess, abhors the vulgar, loves life in nature and in calm, not very passionate, full of imagination, little ambition, creates a calm and content atmosphere.
• Cedar Tree (Confidence ) — of rare strength, knows how to adapt, Likes unexpected presents, of good health, not in the least shy, tends to look down on others, self-confident, a great speaker, determined, often impatient, likes to impress others, has many talents, industrious, healthy optimism, waits for the one true love, able to make quick decisions.
• Chestnut Tree (Honesty) — of unusual stature, impressive, well-developed sense of justice, fun to be around, a planner, born diplomat, can be irritated easily, sensitive of others feelings, hard worker, sometimes acts superior, feels not understood at times, fiercely family oriented, very loyal in love, physically fit.
• Cypress Tree (Faithfulness) — strong, muscular, adaptable, takes What life has to give but doesn’t necessarily like it, strives to be content, optimistic, wants to be financially in dependent, wants love and affection, hates loneliness, passionate lover which cannot be satisfied, faithful, quick-tempered at times, can be unruly and careless, loves to gain knowledge, needs to be needed.
• Elm Tree (Noble-mindedness ) — pleasant shape, tasteful clothes, modest demands, tends not to forgive mistakes, cheerful, likes to lead but not to obey, honest an d faithful partner, likes making decisions for others, noble-minded, generous, good sense of humor, practical.
• Fig Tree (Sensibility ) — very strong minded, a bit self-willed, honest, loyal, independent, hates contradiction or arguments, hard worker when wants to be, loves life and friends, enjoys children and animals, sexually oriented, great sense of humor, has artistic talent and great intelligence.
• Fir Tree (Mysterious ) — extraordinary taste, handles stress well, loves anything beautiful, stubborn, tends to care for those close to them, hard to trust others, yet a social butterfly, likes idleness and laziness after long demanding hours at work, rather modest, talented, unselfish, many friends, very reliable.
• Hazelnut Tree (Extraordinary ) — charming, sense of humor, very demanding but can also be very understanding, knows how to make a lasting impression, active fighter for social causes and politics, popular, quite moody, sexually oriented, honest, a perfectionist, has a precise sense of judgment and expects complete fairness.
• Hornbeam Tree (Good Taste) — of cool beauty, cares for its looks and condition, good taste, is not egoistic, makes life as comfortable as possible, leads a reasonable and disciplined life, looks for kindness and acknowledgment in an emotional partner, dreams of unusual lovers, is seldom happy with its feelings, mistrusts most people, is never sure of its decisions, very conscientious.
• Lime Tree (Doubt) - intelligent, hard working, accepts what life dishes out, but not before trying to change bad circumstances into good ones, hates fighting and stress, enjoys getaway vacations, may appear tough, but is actually soft and relenting, always willing to make sacrifices for family and friends, has many talents but not always enough time to use them, great leadership qualities, is jealous at times but extremely loyal.
• Maple Tree (Independence of Mind ) — no ordinary person, full of imagination and originality, shy and reserved, ambitious, proud, self-confident, hungers for new experiences, sometimes nervous, has many complexities, good memory, learns easily, complicated love life, wants to impress.
• Oak Tree (Brave) — robust nature, courageous, strong, unrelenting, independent, sensible, does not like change, keeps its feet on the ground, person of action.
• Olive Tree (Wisdom) — loves sun, warmth and kind feelings, reasonable, balanced, avoids aggression and violence, tolerant, cheerful, calm, well-developed sense of justice, sensitive, empathetic, free of jealousy, loves to read and the company of sophisticated people.
• Pine Tree (Peacemaker) — loves agreeable company, craves peace and harmony, loves to help others, active imagination, likes to write poetry, not fashion conscious, great compassion, friendly to all, falls strongly in love but will leave if betrayed or lied to, emotionally soft, low self-esteem, needs affection and reassurance.
• Poplar Tree (Uncertainty) — looks very decorative, talented, not very self-confident, extremely courageous if necessary, needs goodwill and pleasant surroundings, very choosy, often lonely, great animosity, great artistic nature, good organizer, tends to lean toward philosophy, reliable in any situation, takes partnership seriously.
• Rowan Tree (Sensitivity) — full of charm, cheerful, gifted without egoism, likes to draw attention, loves life, motion, unrest, and even complications, is both dependent and independent, good taste, artistic, passionate, emotional, good company, does not forgive. < /SPAN>
• Walnut Tree (Passion) — unrelenting, strange and full of contrasts, often egotistic, aggressive, noble, broad horizon, unexpected reactions, spontaneous, unlimited ambition, no flexibility, difficult and uncommon partner, not always liked but often admired, ingenious strategist, very jealous and passionate, no compromise.
• Weeping Willow (Melancholy) - likes to be stress free, loves family life, full of hopes and dreams, attractive, very empathetic, loves anything beautiful, musically inclined, loves to travel to exotic places, restless, capricious, honest, can be influenced but is not easy to live with when pressured, sometimes demanding, good intuition, suffers in love until they find that one loyal, steadfast partner; loves to make others laugh.

Now this is an online catalog!

So I’m curious how the pictures look on this, so I’ll talk about my wedding album. I’ve only been married 2.5 years and I just finished my wedding album. When you have over 400 pictures digitally available and none of them printed, it makes it a little hard. So I finally got them done and since PJ wanted to see the actually pages, I took a couple of shots. So here they are. Actually, I’m only going to include one.