A Few Good (Sales)Men

Pat has been playing in a basketball rec league with his co-workers and clients. Last night was their tournament game. They went 0-10 for the season and were dubbed the "worst team I've ever seen" by the scorekeeper. The final game mercifully ended at 47-70. BTW, there are two leagues, and last night's opponent was the worst team in the other league. But I digress...

They may be able to outsell every other radio station but can't outscore any of the other teams. Oh well, no one's perfect...but rec league b-ball doesn't pay the bills...

Pat is #23

Visit YouTube for a video made after the first few games...

WJOX B-ball

Resumes and Frustration

As most people who read my blog know, I have been looking for a job since June. I "resigned" from my previous employer. I put that word in quotes, because I was basically hung out to dry. My former boss never gave a reason (and didn't have to) for firing me. It was a difficult experience, especially since I had been with the company for almost five years and had outstanding performance reviews. It's hard not to feel like a failure, because you leave college thinking you'll conquer the world and be very successful before you turn 30. (At least, I did.)

I have been applying for jobs and had two interviews since June. The current job market is flooded with applicants. The worst part is having to apply to jobs and not be able to follow-up. Many postings say "no phone calls" or only give a fax number. How do you ever become more than a piece of paper or a Word file?

You Might Be a Redneck If...

...you send Grandma a picture of her shirtless grandsons all bearing a "Granny" tattoo.

Pat and I found this photo while passing by the Target portrait studio. There are no words...

Somebody Move the Mouse

On the way back from the beach, we made a pit stop in Atmore, Alabama. We drove by the new Wind Creek casino. The building looks nice, but someone was asleep that morning. On their big sign in front, their screensaver was on! Shouldn't it be someone's job to notice those kind of things?

George and Gracie's Vacation

George and Gracie also went on vacation to my parent's house. They did great and adjusted to their temporary home. It was nice to be able to check on them whenever I wanted. I also knew that their grandparents would be spoiling them. Surprisingly, Gracie didn't mind her new digs. George was tolerant but likes his own house.

"Mommy, can we go home already?"

Annual Gulf Shores Trip

Pat and I spent last week in Gulf Shores. We had a great time on our annual trip. We go with Pat's family and their family friends. The weather was beautiful with the occassional summertime rain.

To Grandmother's House We Go

Mom and Dad agreed to take care of George and Gracie while I'm gone during my upcoming trip to the beach. I had reservations at the vet but decided to try this alternative. I thought they might like it better, since they hate going to the vet's office.

We went to my parent's house this past weekend for a test run. They took some time checking out everything and getting adjusted to their temporary surroundings.

Eventually they were comfortable...

...and getting into the cabinets!

They did so well that I feel totally comfortable leaving them for a week. I was so proud of them! They were really brave and easy-going. Cats are generally low-maintenance, and George and Gracie are amazing cats. I know they'll enjoy the freedom of being with their Nana and Papa instead of in a cage at the vet!