Doing Long Division In The Bread Aisle
Labor Day Barbecue at the pool this weekend for the Nuke Neighborhood. We're bringing the hot dogs and buns. Let the Mathematics begin. Oscar Mayer (no relation to John) packs their bread puppies in quantities of 10; the bread companies pack their tube steak holders in packs of 8 or 12. And you thought you'd never use Algebra again. The Nuke Family will →
My Fellow Americans…
I know, I know; 4 more years of the same thing, or the ultimate unknown? McCain or Obama? How about a 3rd option that isn't Ralph Nader? How about ME! Yeah, you read it correctly! Why not? I think I have the ability to communicate with Democrats (I have 3 children) AND Republicans (I married a CPA). Before you run →
Bobsledding Through “God’s Country”
OK, so it took almost a week to unpack. Not really, but with school getting ready to start, football practice and this being the last week the pool is open; I've had a pretty busy week. The trip to Alabama was awesome. The drive alone wasn't bad at all. NukeMom loves to drive. She also likes to leave on trips at around →
Jim! There’s A Hurricane! Grab Your Kiteboard!
I think the folks at the Darwin Awards should just call it a year; the winner for 2008 has been found. Tropical Storm (one time and possibly future Hurricane) Fay blew through the Florida Keys yesterday. What would you do if you knew a hurricane was going to hit you? Leave? Board up the house? Get the pets to higher ground? All →
Time To Unpack
It shouldn't take long to unpack; it's not like we went to Europe or anything. While I'm getting everything back to normal, head on over to Scrivel.com and check out my latest contribution. It's a sordid tale of misplaced assumptions and prejudice; tonight, on a very special Blossom. Once the laundry is done and the dogs are hosed off I'll →
So Much To Learn
When you see this post, I'll already be in Alabama. NukeMom's brother is getting married this weekend. The greatest part about the wedding invitation? When I looked down bottom and read these two glorious words; "Picnic Casual". The thought of having to wear a suit or tux in the August heat of Alabama was like getting excited for a trip →
Big Word Wednesday-Week 17
BWW returns after a 1 week sabbatical. In recognition of the Olympics, we'll feature some words that are influenced either by China or the Olympics. Seemed like a simple enough plan, until I started looking for big words exclusive to the Olympics and China. So, rather than big words, we'll just give you some interesting words this week. You know, →
This Is Going To Be Tougher Than I Thought
So I kind of got a job. Nukegirl starts school this year and the "Stay at Home" part of SAH Dad is about to fade out of my job title. I had my first official event in my new job on Friday. It was a lot harder than I thought it would be. Going back to work, I mean. The →
Solo Synchronized Centennial Underwear Cartwheels
I made a joke about during cartwheels in my underwear to celebrate my 100th post, and someone called me on it. And then so did some other people. So, here it is; the 100th post. Big Whoop. Enjoy. Thanks to Eric Johnson for the music. Also, I'm up again over at Scrivel. Go check it out. You'll get to see →
Tax Free Weekend Death Shopapalooza
I survived tax free weekend. I didn't go willingly, mind you, I just happened to be in the car when NukeMom announced that we were going to "pick up a few things" for school. First stop was Kohl's. They had a rack of t-shirts that had been picked through more than William Shatner's girdle drawer. All of the "folders" were on strike, apparently, →
