Staying up too late.
I find myself awake again at like 6 AM.
What IS this?
I worked all night and normally I am exhausted that I don't last much past 4 AM. Now it's just like I don't sleep at all. Although, I am not stressed about it.
I am always stunned when "Veronica" messages me on ICQ saying "You're STILL up?". But oh well, I am getting used to it.
I'm in the evening part of my rotation now. These shifts are so much easier than the day shifts. Oh well, the night also past by with little excitement. Actually, let's be honest, none.
I can't say I really have much to write today. No great revelation here. I just want to make an effort to be putting in daily additions to my journal.
Not that anyone is reading this but that isn't the point at all.
This is just my space to empty the clutter that I call my brain. Believe me, it's very cluttered.
Oh well, until next time.
Monday, June 13, 2016
I, Late Night Owl. [Flashback November 2001]
I came home from a rather uneventful day at work. I sat online for about an hour checking email and such. Then I went and laid down on the couch. I believe it was somewhere around 8 or 9.
I just woke up again and it's coming up to 1 am. My sleeping pattern matters little at this point as I am switching from day shift to night shift. Night shifts at work are so much easier than day shifts. It also helps they are two hours shorter.
I doubt I'll be as productive as I was last night (when I should have been sleeping) but I did manage to update the music being played on my Internet Radio Station. I don't believe I have any listeners anymore. At one time I believe I had about 10 faithful listeners when I first started it but due to time constraints, compiled with the fact I haven't turned it into anything more than a music stream, they've dwindled away. That's okay, the station is just an experiment for me.
Background : I studied Broadcast Arts at a trade school. That was a little over 10 years ago now. I've only applied for one job in the industry and didn't get it. I haven't bothered to apply for anything else. One day, I plan on making a demo tape again and sending that all over the place in an attempt to actually use my education. Though, I believe it makes less money than I do now. It's a slow process. Anyway, My eventual thinking is I have all the equipment I need for live broadcasts on my radio station and that'll will allow me to do air checks (recorded snipets of the DJ bits) for a demo tape. I think it will sound more realistic because it won't be a contrived demo tape where you record it as IF you were on the air. The obvious question is if I have no listeners am I really on the air? (If a tree falls in the forest... nevermind)
So far, I'm two or three days into this journal thing and making regular updates. I am pretty sure that won't keep up. That's my nature. Start something and never finish it.
I was once told I should start a journal to keep my thoughts in focus. One of the toughest things in my life is focus. I am such a scatter brain. Well, not really but I'm more sporadic than an ADD sufferer OD'ing on caffeine. Which reminds me I drink way too much coffee at work but then again that's about the only place I ever drink coffee. I have to though or I'd go comatose then little old ladies would be beat me to death for falling asleep one number before they won some game worth an entire $10 dollars. Of course, knowing my luck I'd do it during game worth $10,000 and be lynched.
Tonight, I talked to "Veronica" [My Last Ex-GF] online. It wasn't very exciting andI was distracted because I was surfing the net at the same time. The whole thing between us, in a way, has been a bit lack luster. At one time, I really wanted to get back with her. Now, I'm not so sure although I definitely still care and hope we can remain friends. I've never met anyone who got my sense humour as well as she does. (Not just laughs at my jokes but gets it. That's rare.) We have similar musical interests. Although I such a variety of music I listen to pretty much anyone could line up some of their music tastes with mine. In any case, I just think she dovetails closer than others.
Which reminds me I should, in general, make more attempts to be social with people. I recently learned on my trip back home I really don't have many friends left over there anymore. With the exception of one (well two but quickly fading in contact). I've been a bad friend. I haven't put any effort into any of my friends. I blame this on a few things. One was a pure lack of money, although that's changed. I can still be amazingly tight with money and then other moments I spend way too much forcing me to be super tight with my wallet again. This wreaks havoc on ones social life.
Tomorrow, is the great Sunday, my usual day to do nothing. Although, I should attempt to be productive some sort of way even it's as much as to sit and clean my train set I brought back with me. It's been sitting in boxes for a number of years now (around 15 years I would think). I am sure there are many spiders and such living in the boxes along with the miles of track and trains. Anyway, I planning on setting it up here in my living room because I have such a large living room. I think it would be a cool little addition even though I never have guests over here. Oh well, it's for me, not others.
Well, I ramble too much therefore I should stop for now.
I am sure I will ramble on more in the future.
This I am pretty sure of.
I just woke up again and it's coming up to 1 am. My sleeping pattern matters little at this point as I am switching from day shift to night shift. Night shifts at work are so much easier than day shifts. It also helps they are two hours shorter.
I doubt I'll be as productive as I was last night (when I should have been sleeping) but I did manage to update the music being played on my Internet Radio Station. I don't believe I have any listeners anymore. At one time I believe I had about 10 faithful listeners when I first started it but due to time constraints, compiled with the fact I haven't turned it into anything more than a music stream, they've dwindled away. That's okay, the station is just an experiment for me.
Background : I studied Broadcast Arts at a trade school. That was a little over 10 years ago now. I've only applied for one job in the industry and didn't get it. I haven't bothered to apply for anything else. One day, I plan on making a demo tape again and sending that all over the place in an attempt to actually use my education. Though, I believe it makes less money than I do now. It's a slow process. Anyway, My eventual thinking is I have all the equipment I need for live broadcasts on my radio station and that'll will allow me to do air checks (recorded snipets of the DJ bits) for a demo tape. I think it will sound more realistic because it won't be a contrived demo tape where you record it as IF you were on the air. The obvious question is if I have no listeners am I really on the air? (If a tree falls in the forest... nevermind)
So far, I'm two or three days into this journal thing and making regular updates. I am pretty sure that won't keep up. That's my nature. Start something and never finish it.
I was once told I should start a journal to keep my thoughts in focus. One of the toughest things in my life is focus. I am such a scatter brain. Well, not really but I'm more sporadic than an ADD sufferer OD'ing on caffeine. Which reminds me I drink way too much coffee at work but then again that's about the only place I ever drink coffee. I have to though or I'd go comatose then little old ladies would be beat me to death for falling asleep one number before they won some game worth an entire $10 dollars. Of course, knowing my luck I'd do it during game worth $10,000 and be lynched.
Tonight, I talked to "Veronica" [My Last Ex-GF] online. It wasn't very exciting andI was distracted because I was surfing the net at the same time. The whole thing between us, in a way, has been a bit lack luster. At one time, I really wanted to get back with her. Now, I'm not so sure although I definitely still care and hope we can remain friends. I've never met anyone who got my sense humour as well as she does. (Not just laughs at my jokes but gets it. That's rare.) We have similar musical interests. Although I such a variety of music I listen to pretty much anyone could line up some of their music tastes with mine. In any case, I just think she dovetails closer than others.
Which reminds me I should, in general, make more attempts to be social with people. I recently learned on my trip back home I really don't have many friends left over there anymore. With the exception of one (well two but quickly fading in contact). I've been a bad friend. I haven't put any effort into any of my friends. I blame this on a few things. One was a pure lack of money, although that's changed. I can still be amazingly tight with money and then other moments I spend way too much forcing me to be super tight with my wallet again. This wreaks havoc on ones social life.
Tomorrow, is the great Sunday, my usual day to do nothing. Although, I should attempt to be productive some sort of way even it's as much as to sit and clean my train set I brought back with me. It's been sitting in boxes for a number of years now (around 15 years I would think). I am sure there are many spiders and such living in the boxes along with the miles of track and trains. Anyway, I planning on setting it up here in my living room because I have such a large living room. I think it would be a cool little addition even though I never have guests over here. Oh well, it's for me, not others.
Well, I ramble too much therefore I should stop for now.
I am sure I will ramble on more in the future.
This I am pretty sure of.
Still Thinking About Last Night [Flashback Entry]
I've been very reflective of late.
I'll be re-posting a lot of old entries from my original "Under the I" blog.
This Blog entry was written and posted on my original "Under The I" blog on November 23, 2001.
[I removed the first part of this entry as I found it pointless.]
Last Night, "Christina" and I went to the Casino. I lost a lot of money in a hurry. Then she introduced me to Pai Gow Poker. I knew of the game. Just never played it. I won all money back and then some. So, WooHoo for me. "Christina" was very nice, she lost all her bux and I was on a bit of a hot streak on the table so she sat patiently watching me win. She also knew I'd gone quite deep on the slots and not won. So, she was pretty cool waiting around. I had an amazing run. I even gave her some money to go play slots while I continued to play. Although, I think she wanted to Pai Gow too. But I had a feeling if she started playing with my money. I'd be winning in one spot and losing it in the other. When you gamble you just gotta go with your instincts sometimes...and THAT was my instinct. (Cheap Bastard?! I heard that.)
It was good time though, and gambling definitely distracted me from thinking about the fact that "OH MY GOD, I like "Christina" alot!" While I was sitting at the Pai Gow table. At one point I was leaning back in my chair and she was leaning on my shoulder. That was really cool. She asked if I "minded". Of course, I didn't. (I know I sound like a gitty teenager here but I can't help it.) I am trying to be SOOO cool about everything. Yet, inside. I can't even explain. (Stay tuned...)
Hopefully by tomorrow, I'll be able to think and talk about something other than "Christina". There's definitely other stuff going on in my life. (Hmm... That's a funny statement from the guy who does very little.)
Thursday, May 19, 2016
Unconscious Mutterings - Week 694
Unconscious Mutterings - Week 694
- Relevant :: Useful
- Fester :: Infect
- Moving :: Annoying
- Bubble :: BUTT
- Skyline :: Beautiful
- Purchase :: Buy
- Strange :: Doctor
- Sticky :: Gum
- Haircut :: Required
- Package :: Delivery
Thursday, January 14, 2016
2016 - I remembered I had this blog I never use.
Well, Here we are in the middle of January 2016. It's hard to believe, but not completely surprising, that the last entry here was March of 2012. Somewhere along the line I lost the desire to write. Things change and things also come and go.
I spend quite a few quiet evenings trying to find the words to write. It's one of those things the first steps are always the hardest. I am glad I suddenly remembered I had this. I'll do something with it.
Until then, I hope 2016 is all that you want it to be.
Thursday, March 29, 2012
Tuesday, October 18, 2011
Spoke too soon.
Wow, October. What happened. I thought I might be shaping together a plan or even a path of some kind. I believe I took my eye off the ball.
Monday, July 04, 2011
Work In Progress
It would appear that I'm leaning towards posting on this blog instead of my much older blog (Link available by request.) [Note: I like to make it via request because this gives a modicum of effort on your part.] The decision to post here comes from the ability to quickly modify the template without much thought on my part. This allows me some more time to develop my next incarnation of my online blogging.
I've brought over a "feature" from the old blog now noticeable on the sidebar "Bingoguy's 5 Songs of the Moment". This would be one of the things I've always enjoyed updating so if I'm moving in to this spot on a more continous basis then it makes logical sense to bring this over. (It's also incredibly easier for me to update this here than it was in the old place although it wasn' that difficult over there either. I'm just sayin')
I'm going to attempt to use the label feature on most posts if I can remember. I hope that this will allow me to sort posts down the road for easy review by the person so bored in their life they actually read my post catagorically instead of chronologically. My sympathies to this person. This should also allow me to write on reaccuring themes Gaming/Poker, Music, Video Games, as well as the random stuff I used to rant about back in the "Good Ol' Days."
I'd also like to bring over my swearing filter I used briefly (which I "borrowed" from someone else) but was effective to allow me to drop F Bombs and worse from time to time. I find swearing a creative licence so deal with it.
A plan, path, possibly a vision. Holy Crap. I'm scaring myself.
I've brought over a "feature" from the old blog now noticeable on the sidebar "Bingoguy's 5 Songs of the Moment". This would be one of the things I've always enjoyed updating so if I'm moving in to this spot on a more continous basis then it makes logical sense to bring this over. (It's also incredibly easier for me to update this here than it was in the old place although it wasn' that difficult over there either. I'm just sayin')
I'm going to attempt to use the label feature on most posts if I can remember. I hope that this will allow me to sort posts down the road for easy review by the person so bored in their life they actually read my post catagorically instead of chronologically. My sympathies to this person. This should also allow me to write on reaccuring themes Gaming/Poker, Music, Video Games, as well as the random stuff I used to rant about back in the "Good Ol' Days."
I'd also like to bring over my swearing filter I used briefly (which I "borrowed" from someone else) but was effective to allow me to drop F Bombs and worse from time to time. I find swearing a creative licence so deal with it.
A plan, path, possibly a vision. Holy Crap. I'm scaring myself.
Not a Good Time to Work for Full Tilt Poker
I don't care how much money you spend on advertising your website on television and other media. It's probably NEVER good for your business to have it's LICENCE suspended. I'm not sure 'Scheduled Maintenance' really describes your dilemma.
Good Luck recovering from this disaster FTP.
Good Luck recovering from this disaster FTP.
Wednesday, March 16, 2011
Random Quote
From the last episode of House
"What do you do when you win? PARTY HARD! What do you do when you LOSE?! Party HARDER!!"
"What do you do when you win? PARTY HARD! What do you do when you LOSE?! Party HARDER!!"
Tuesday, October 05, 2010
Thunder Busters
When I originally heard that someone had the balls to mix AC/DC's "Thunderstruck" Vs. Ray Parker Jr's "Ghostbusters" I thought to myself "Oh my god, this should be horrible." I was pleasantly surprised that it works not too badly.
Thursday, September 02, 2010
Blowing The Dust Off The Cover
It's alot like throwing something in a box and then later coming across it and thinking to yourself "Hey, I remember putting things in this box." and then opening it reminiscing about the things with it. (Most often covered with dust for neglect).
Not that I had a heck of a lot of things in this place that I would need or want to "reflect" on.
I came here again none the less. Take that as you will.
Not that I had a heck of a lot of things in this place that I would need or want to "reflect" on.
I came here again none the less. Take that as you will.
Wednesday, October 03, 2007
Coming Out of the Woodwork
Well it's been a long time since I updated the Blogspot version of my blogs. I see that in 11 Days the Online Blogger Tournament will be happening. I'm contemplating entering this. I am not sure if I'll be able to make it because of work commitments BUT I'm going to start updating my Poker Adventures.
As some of you may know I'm a regular player at Absolute Poker and play here and there at other sites. I've played on at off PokerStars but due to the fact I've never had real money on their site my playing time has been limited. I did get a note that Negreanu has imalgamated "Full Contact" with PokerStars a little while ago. On my latest visit to PokerStars I discovered they seem to have a lot of Freerolls and Events for Canadians. Which means I'll give PokerStars some of my Online Poker Time.
Anyway, I'm rambling. I'll start updating again and if I can manage to keep up the regular posting for the next 10 days I'll apply to be in the Tournament. Hopefully, that'll be enough to satisfy the PokerGods. (tm)
Friday, July 13, 2007
How Much My Body is Worth
$3705.00The Cadaver Calculator - Find out how much your body is worth. From Mingle2 - Free Online Dating
I suspect I would be worth a bit more if I hadn't had to answer the question about working with bad chemicals (IE Second Hand Smoke) I'd be worth a bit more!
Friday, November 18, 2005
I must have been dreaming...
Cause this can't really have happened.... too bad it wasn't for more money...
Monday, October 31, 2005
Whoa... I like these smaller MTTs !
Check it out.... I'm feelin pretty good lately.
Hopefully, this is a good sign.
Hopefully, this is a good sign.
Friday, October 28, 2005
Well, Well, Well....
I was on Absolute Poker today and I spied a $5 Limit Hold'em Multi Table Tourney with about 8 minutes to start and only 12 players in it. I kept my eye on it until it was about one minute before starting and jumped in the fray with 19 players in. There were 22 by the time it started. So, 3 table tourney and Top 3 finishers got paid. This tourney had Unlimited Re-Buys until the first break and 2 available add-ons during the first break.
I wasn't going to bother with the rebuys until I couldn't catch any cards. Down to my last 10 chips I decided to rebuy. On the IMMEDIATE next hand, after my rebuy, I hit a full house and doubled up. By the break I was in the middle of the pack and noticing some people were doing an add on I decided that would be wise as well.
So I had invested $15 and then my cards got good. I managed to play my way onto the final table. Tightened up my game a lot for the final 5 players. When it got down to 4 I was fortunate to hit a set against the #4 person in chips and sent them packing. I'd made the money. Although I was almost half the 1st and 2nd place chip stacks. Continued tight play and I managed to last all the way to 2nd place.
$55 is the most money I've won in one tourney. I'm stoked.
I wasn't going to bother with the rebuys until I couldn't catch any cards. Down to my last 10 chips I decided to rebuy. On the IMMEDIATE next hand, after my rebuy, I hit a full house and doubled up. By the break I was in the middle of the pack and noticing some people were doing an add on I decided that would be wise as well.
So I had invested $15 and then my cards got good. I managed to play my way onto the final table. Tightened up my game a lot for the final 5 players. When it got down to 4 I was fortunate to hit a set against the #4 person in chips and sent them packing. I'd made the money. Although I was almost half the 1st and 2nd place chip stacks. Continued tight play and I managed to last all the way to 2nd place.
$55 is the most money I've won in one tourney. I'm stoked.
Saturday, October 22, 2005
Finally... Goal #2.. $100 Bucks
I did it finally...
I hit $100 on AP.
Just barely though but last time I had this much I only made it to $99
I hit $100 on AP.
Just barely though but last time I had this much I only made it to $99
Tuesday, October 18, 2005
Audioblogs & Podcasts...
Can you see the difference? I can't see the difference.
When exactly did this little form of communication change names. I think it's amusing that this fad has garnered the name "Podcast" since it infers you NEED an Ipod in which to listen to it and really all you need is an MP3 Players. But I guess "MP3Cast" isn't quite as CATCHY.
When exactly did this little form of communication change names. I think it's amusing that this fad has garnered the name "Podcast" since it infers you NEED an Ipod in which to listen to it and really all you need is an MP3 Players. But I guess "MP3Cast" isn't quite as CATCHY.
Monday, August 15, 2005
Poker Addict Update
I just thought I'd update this cobweb-ridden space with some poker playing progress from my corner.
I still have managed to not invest any of my own money but I haven't been doing very well at my main hang out ABSOLUTE POKER of late.
Poker Bankrolls
Absolute Poker - $69.95
Panther Poker - $15.25
Poker Pages - $2.40
I've basically lost all the money I had on Superior Poker in my tailspin I hit a month ago so I haven't listed that since it's less than $0.25.
The money on Poker Pages although small is the result of a recent 3rd place finish in one of their $30 Freerolls. I have approximately 600+ points on their system which could be transfered into $6 of real money. Which would give me a grand total of $8 on their system. Those points come from a 2006 WSOP Round One Warm Up Tourney I placed 1st in. I've lost over 100 points just getting used to the players on their site who play pretty loosely with their points.
I've been slowly recovering from losing over $15 on Absolute and have been spending most of my time playing Sit & Go's for Points on Poker Pages re-tuning my game so I play more patiently when I play on Absolute for money. So far, it's translated pretty well and adjusting my game style has led to losing points rather than potential money. My goal on Absolute is to eventually crack $100. This goal has become more long term since I have limited my play there.
Panther Poker, is a roller coaster ride. I was peaked on their system at $35 and have taken steady beating on their ring tables to bring me down to $15. I really miss the Freerolls for money since they joined the same network as Poker Room.
I still have managed to not invest any of my own money but I haven't been doing very well at my main hang out ABSOLUTE POKER of late.
Poker Bankrolls
Absolute Poker - $69.95
Panther Poker - $15.25
Poker Pages - $2.40
I've basically lost all the money I had on Superior Poker in my tailspin I hit a month ago so I haven't listed that since it's less than $0.25.
The money on Poker Pages although small is the result of a recent 3rd place finish in one of their $30 Freerolls. I have approximately 600+ points on their system which could be transfered into $6 of real money. Which would give me a grand total of $8 on their system. Those points come from a 2006 WSOP Round One Warm Up Tourney I placed 1st in. I've lost over 100 points just getting used to the players on their site who play pretty loosely with their points.
I've been slowly recovering from losing over $15 on Absolute and have been spending most of my time playing Sit & Go's for Points on Poker Pages re-tuning my game so I play more patiently when I play on Absolute for money. So far, it's translated pretty well and adjusting my game style has led to losing points rather than potential money. My goal on Absolute is to eventually crack $100. This goal has become more long term since I have limited my play there.
Panther Poker, is a roller coaster ride. I was peaked on their system at $35 and have taken steady beating on their ring tables to bring me down to $15. I really miss the Freerolls for money since they joined the same network as Poker Room.
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