Went all day today with no bandage on my sliced thumb to try to give it some air. Feels good not to have to wear that huge bandage anymore. It's amazing that even I'm right-handed, how much I use my left thumb, daily.
It was a busy day today. 8am to 12pm in class, grabbed a bite to eat and then back to class from 3pm to 5pm. Whew! Monday, Wednesday's and Friday's wear me out.
Sitting here tonight, I have to say that it feels great to get off my feet. Today has been a really rough day, for a variety of reasons. I almost cancelled class this afternoon, due to some difficulties later today. Everything is fine now. Hopefully measures have been put in motion to make these difficulties become more manageable.
MAN, I cannot wait till payday!!!! Not getting paid until the end of January really sucks, especially since my last check was on December 19. It's been a rough month. Christmas presents tore us up this year, and bills always come early in December, since I get paid a week early, so we have an extra week and a half we have to stretch the money as far as it will go. Yes. It S-U-C-K-S!!!!
I have so many new projects I want to get started on, but I have to go easy. I really want to finish that Clonetrooper in March, so I can wear it at Heroes Con in June, before vacation. I may be taking my 3-year-old, dressed as a mini-Biker Scout! I found a fellow who makes and sells armor for kids, up to 10-years-old. They are so cool!
That's it for tonight. Hope everyone's evening goes well, and see ya' again soon!
Wednesday, January 28, 2009
Monday, January 26, 2009
Another week, another couple o' bucks...
Made it to a new week. It's another day on the farm. Another lap around the track. Another new dawn. That's not a bit sarcastic, is it?
I'm sorry. I just have had a case of the blues lately. Don't know why. Just haven't felt that great over the past few days. Haven't slept in a week. I do know, that this too will pass though. Everything will be all right. I have faith to know that God is good and He never promised every day would be great, or even good. I just know that He DID give me another day. :)
I had a small bit of excitement this weekend though. I got to go to the comic store and pick up a few good books. :) I know......geek. Comics have been a part of my life for years, and it just feels good to know that I can come back to them and enjoy them just as much now as I did then. It's a small escape from reality. We all can use one of those every now and then.
Got an e-mail from a friend a couple of days ago about helping me put together my clone trooper armor. Even though I built my Stormtrooper myself, I've been a bit skiddish about cutting on and trimming the clone armor. Mainly because it's a $1000 set or autographed-on-the-back armor and I don't want to screw it up!
I'm really excited about getting to start on a new costume. It gives me that "newbie" feeling again and sense of excitement that I had when I first looked at joining the 501st. I want that feeling again to help me out of these doldrums I seem to be stuck in. Plus, this friend learned from his brother, who is THE man when it comes to building clone trooper armor. I am so looking forward to getting that excitement back.
Well, it's getting late. I'm tired and I really would love to get some sleep, for a change. As the song says, "pray for me and I'll pray for you." Lord knows, in today's world, we need all the help we can get.
I'm sorry. I just have had a case of the blues lately. Don't know why. Just haven't felt that great over the past few days. Haven't slept in a week. I do know, that this too will pass though. Everything will be all right. I have faith to know that God is good and He never promised every day would be great, or even good. I just know that He DID give me another day. :)
I had a small bit of excitement this weekend though. I got to go to the comic store and pick up a few good books. :) I know......geek. Comics have been a part of my life for years, and it just feels good to know that I can come back to them and enjoy them just as much now as I did then. It's a small escape from reality. We all can use one of those every now and then.
Got an e-mail from a friend a couple of days ago about helping me put together my clone trooper armor. Even though I built my Stormtrooper myself, I've been a bit skiddish about cutting on and trimming the clone armor. Mainly because it's a $1000 set or autographed-on-the-back armor and I don't want to screw it up!
I'm really excited about getting to start on a new costume. It gives me that "newbie" feeling again and sense of excitement that I had when I first looked at joining the 501st. I want that feeling again to help me out of these doldrums I seem to be stuck in. Plus, this friend learned from his brother, who is THE man when it comes to building clone trooper armor. I am so looking forward to getting that excitement back.
Well, it's getting late. I'm tired and I really would love to get some sleep, for a change. As the song says, "pray for me and I'll pray for you." Lord knows, in today's world, we need all the help we can get.
Monday, January 19, 2009
It's been a little while...
Yeah. I haven't posted in a little while. Just hasn't been a lot going on lately.
Today was a nice little respite. Had the day off, since it's MLK day. Can't say I agree, entirely, with having a day of for King's birthday, but it's a day off, nevertheless. I don't understand, though, why King's birthday necessitates a day off, while Washington, Lincoln or any other important figure's birthday necessitates a mattress sale...
Anyway, as I said, just not anything exciting going on, which itself brings up a good point. Is my life a never-ending loop of getting up, going to work, coming home, going to bed and doing it all over again the next day? Sometimes, it feels that way. Sometimes, I ask myself what is so important in my life that I keep doing what I do, day in and day out? Is it a sense of duty? Is it simply to earn a paycheck?
If I had to think of my life as a constant struggle to maintain a standard of living, seems to me there's not a whole lot of fulfillment in that. I mean, if it's all about earning money to pay for things, then where's the joy? Where's the sense of pride and commitment?
I ask myself all these questions to come to an understanding of what life is about. As Tom Hanks said in the movie Castaway, "I just have to go on. I just have to keep breathing". It's a matter of existence. It's feeling like that I made a difference in someone's life and that person will, in turn, make a difference to someone else.
I do have a terrible weakness, I will admit. I am a material person. I like "stuff". I always have. Now, I am not one of these people that always has to have the best, or better than others. I can't stand talking to people like that. I have just always wanted "things". That does tend to get in the way, when dealing with life's tougher questions. When trying to be humble and selfless, it's hard for me to forget all the things I wish I had. It's difficult for me to forget about the things I desire and put the needs of others first. Not because I'm selfish. I just want "stuff".
I find, many times, that I do have a deep compassion for others. I really don't know where it comes from though. My father was always a very strict disciplinarian and taught me that males do not show emotion. This has, as anyone can imagine, created occasional roadblocks in relationships. Women like emotions. They like men who understand and relate with emotions. I still struggle with breaking the comfort barrier in that area.
Well, can't think of much more to say, at the moment. I am going to try harder to keep a schedule in updating the blog, so please feel free to check back often. I hope to keep an update going at least once a week, if not a couple of times.
Oh! On a side note, let's all pray for our new government taking office tomorrow. Mr. Obama needs a LOT of prayer, as does our entire nation.
Have a great day everyone.
Today was a nice little respite. Had the day off, since it's MLK day. Can't say I agree, entirely, with having a day of for King's birthday, but it's a day off, nevertheless. I don't understand, though, why King's birthday necessitates a day off, while Washington, Lincoln or any other important figure's birthday necessitates a mattress sale...
Anyway, as I said, just not anything exciting going on, which itself brings up a good point. Is my life a never-ending loop of getting up, going to work, coming home, going to bed and doing it all over again the next day? Sometimes, it feels that way. Sometimes, I ask myself what is so important in my life that I keep doing what I do, day in and day out? Is it a sense of duty? Is it simply to earn a paycheck?
If I had to think of my life as a constant struggle to maintain a standard of living, seems to me there's not a whole lot of fulfillment in that. I mean, if it's all about earning money to pay for things, then where's the joy? Where's the sense of pride and commitment?
I ask myself all these questions to come to an understanding of what life is about. As Tom Hanks said in the movie Castaway, "I just have to go on. I just have to keep breathing". It's a matter of existence. It's feeling like that I made a difference in someone's life and that person will, in turn, make a difference to someone else.
I do have a terrible weakness, I will admit. I am a material person. I like "stuff". I always have. Now, I am not one of these people that always has to have the best, or better than others. I can't stand talking to people like that. I have just always wanted "things". That does tend to get in the way, when dealing with life's tougher questions. When trying to be humble and selfless, it's hard for me to forget all the things I wish I had. It's difficult for me to forget about the things I desire and put the needs of others first. Not because I'm selfish. I just want "stuff".
I find, many times, that I do have a deep compassion for others. I really don't know where it comes from though. My father was always a very strict disciplinarian and taught me that males do not show emotion. This has, as anyone can imagine, created occasional roadblocks in relationships. Women like emotions. They like men who understand and relate with emotions. I still struggle with breaking the comfort barrier in that area.
Well, can't think of much more to say, at the moment. I am going to try harder to keep a schedule in updating the blog, so please feel free to check back often. I hope to keep an update going at least once a week, if not a couple of times.
Oh! On a side note, let's all pray for our new government taking office tomorrow. Mr. Obama needs a LOT of prayer, as does our entire nation.
Have a great day everyone.
Friday, January 2, 2009
2009 has begun. Let's hope for the best!
January 1st has come and gone. Doesn't feel any different, but I guess it's a bit early.
There's a lot to hope for this year. Better economic times, better jobs, you name it. If anyone reads this that has NOT lost their job, NOT lost their life savings and NOT experienced a foreclosure, be very thankful, for many have had all these happen, and more. I just spoke with a man the other day who lost his job due to his plant closing, and as a result, had lost his entire savings and retirement, which is now worthless. He is trying to get back on his feet, but it's a slow process. I wish so much that I had the funds to help out all these people I see, or talk with.
On a less depressing note, or maybe not..., I go back to work on Monday. It's been really nice to have all these days to unwind and not to have to worry about grades and attendance records and paperwork, etc. As long as I keep telling myself that I am doing what I do for the good of others, and hopefully, teach them skills that will help them later in life, I don't mind the occasional hassles.
Well, I am getting back to costuming. I have a custom Mandalorian that I have had in the works for a while now. I am trying to complete it this week so that I can get it approved for admission into the Mandalorian Mercs. After that it's straight to my Commander Gree. The helmet has long since been finished, and I have the top-of-the-line armor I purchased from a garrison-mate, but because of so may obligations I had in the past, I just haven;t had the time to devote to it. Hopefully, that will change now.
As I mentioned, Star Wars has played a large part in my life, especially over the past couple of years. I began working on my forst costume, a Stormtrooper, in August of 2007. I finally finished it and submitted my application for acceptance into the 501st Legion in December 2007. On December 7th, I was notified that I was accepted and was issued my TK number, which all 501st members have. It's typically a four digit number that each member chooses for him/herself and has some significant meaning for them. My number is 9805. The first part, "98", is the year of my daughter's birth. The second, "05", si the year of my son's birth.
The "TK" designation is issued to all those who have a Stormtrooper costume. This dates back to the scene where Han and Luke knock out the two troopers guarding the Falcon in the Death Star bay. The deck officer calls "TK-421" to find out why he isn't at his post. From then on, "TK" has been the designation for Stormtroopers. "TB" is for Biker Scouts, "TA" is for AT-AT Drivers, "SL" is for Sith Lords, "IC" is for officers, and so on. Check out the 501st website for all the designations, http://www.501st.com.
Well, the Liberty Bowl has started, so I'm signing off. Gotta go watch my Pirates play!
There's a lot to hope for this year. Better economic times, better jobs, you name it. If anyone reads this that has NOT lost their job, NOT lost their life savings and NOT experienced a foreclosure, be very thankful, for many have had all these happen, and more. I just spoke with a man the other day who lost his job due to his plant closing, and as a result, had lost his entire savings and retirement, which is now worthless. He is trying to get back on his feet, but it's a slow process. I wish so much that I had the funds to help out all these people I see, or talk with.
On a less depressing note, or maybe not..., I go back to work on Monday. It's been really nice to have all these days to unwind and not to have to worry about grades and attendance records and paperwork, etc. As long as I keep telling myself that I am doing what I do for the good of others, and hopefully, teach them skills that will help them later in life, I don't mind the occasional hassles.
Well, I am getting back to costuming. I have a custom Mandalorian that I have had in the works for a while now. I am trying to complete it this week so that I can get it approved for admission into the Mandalorian Mercs. After that it's straight to my Commander Gree. The helmet has long since been finished, and I have the top-of-the-line armor I purchased from a garrison-mate, but because of so may obligations I had in the past, I just haven;t had the time to devote to it. Hopefully, that will change now.
As I mentioned, Star Wars has played a large part in my life, especially over the past couple of years. I began working on my forst costume, a Stormtrooper, in August of 2007. I finally finished it and submitted my application for acceptance into the 501st Legion in December 2007. On December 7th, I was notified that I was accepted and was issued my TK number, which all 501st members have. It's typically a four digit number that each member chooses for him/herself and has some significant meaning for them. My number is 9805. The first part, "98", is the year of my daughter's birth. The second, "05", si the year of my son's birth.
The "TK" designation is issued to all those who have a Stormtrooper costume. This dates back to the scene where Han and Luke knock out the two troopers guarding the Falcon in the Death Star bay. The deck officer calls "TK-421" to find out why he isn't at his post. From then on, "TK" has been the designation for Stormtroopers. "TB" is for Biker Scouts, "TA" is for AT-AT Drivers, "SL" is for Sith Lords, "IC" is for officers, and so on. Check out the 501st website for all the designations, http://www.501st.com.
Well, the Liberty Bowl has started, so I'm signing off. Gotta go watch my Pirates play!
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