http://videos.nymag.com/video/Man-On-The-Street-Bear-Picnic

I've been taken over by facebook.. sorry I haven't posted here in forever.

Been super busy, got moved into the new place this last weekend and Jason will be here on Saturday for our anniversary.

not much other news.. most everyone on here is on Facebook.

The number one song on the day I was born was "(I can't get no) Satisfaction" by the Rolling Stones! Still a great song! :)

Go here http://www.joshhosler.biz/NumberOneInHistory/SelectMonth.htm to find yours and respond!

OK so I have been a very very bad LJer. Blame Jason bulldogcubnj for converting me to Facebook!

Just wanted to post an update.

I have moved to Austin now. I started a great new job on Feb 1 and just found an apartment (will move in on May 15) now staying with atxsouthpaw hope I don't make him crazy!

Jason will be moving down to join me in September.

I'll be at TBRU but won't arrive til late Friay night (low on the totem... not able to take much PTO yet)

I'll try to do a better job on LJ.

Today I am anxious...

I interviewed last Friday, in Austin, for a job that would be very good for, not only my career, but my hapiness in that I would finally be able to relocate to Austin.

I have heard only very little feedback... when I inquired... so I am anxious.


In the meantime I have been recollecting music that was a part of my college days and I have rediscovered REM.

I think I have seen REM at least 8, maybe 10 times (I lost count). Two of the times I saw them in 1983 and 1984 I was able to hang out with them after the show. I know this is cliche, but music was very exciting in those days. I have to say that their music is just as relevant today as it was 20+ years ago.

Two of my most favorite albums at this time are Green and Document.




I remember reading that Orange Crush was somewhat relevant to George Bush, Sr's war-hungry policy and here 20 years later, it is just as relevant. Also they sing about California as if it is a distant memory. Tool's "learn to swim" mantra comes to mind... maybe it's the same sentiment?

I Remember California

Artist/Band: R.E.M.
Album: Green


I remember redwood trees, bumper cars and wolverines
The ocean's Trident submarines
Lemons, limes and tangerines
I remember this

I remember traffic jams
Motor boys and girls with tans
Nearly was and almost rans
I remember this

History is made
History is made to seem unfair

I recall that you were there
Golden smile and shining hair
I recall it wasn't fair
Recollect it wasn't fair
Remembering it wasn't fair outside

Low ebb, high tide
The lowest ebb and highest tide
A symbol wave I must confide
I guess we took us for a ride
I guess it's just a gesture

I remember this defense
Progress fails pacific sense
All those sweet conspiracies
I remember all these things

I remember traffic jams
Motor boys and girls with tans
Nearly was and almost rans
I remember this...this

Low ebb, high tide
The lowest ebb and highest tide
I guess we took us for a ride
I guess its just a gesture.

At the end of the continent
At the edge of the continent

Holy crap! I just reviewed all my job boards today for jobs in Austin, TX; on Monster, there were a total of three jobs listed and only one of those has not been removed from posting. On Dice, there were the usual battery of agency positions and the one I applied for this morning resulted in an immediate response saying that they are no longer posting this position.

My goal has been to at least apply for one position each weekday. This is the first day I have not been able to meet that goal.

I just happened to catch a glimpse of Venus and Jupiter last night in a "frown pattern" with the moon.

I know it's not hot guys or bear runs but it looked pretty cool. guess I am boring in the bear community standards LOL



Taken from here

So disappointing... the bear from SD got the boot on Top Chef!

...and oddly enough it was one of my favorite bands that sent him packing.

Sorry to spoil it for those who haven't seen it.

HAPPY THANKSGIVING to everyone.

I am headed to Dallas early in the morning to have Thanksgiving with some friends.

Ok Okies.. I have to concede that was a bloody ass-whooping!
On with the season!

I am working again all weekend uuugh... due to more fallout from Hurricane Ike.

Got news on Friday that our company has sold part of it's operations... it doesn't affect me at this point. I think many out there are waiting for the other shoe to drop... wish the best for all my friends.

I was working just blocks from the protest yesterday... I got to see the hordes leaving with the rainbow flags... I really felt like I missed something important... for all those that were out there.. great job!

I've got a few things on my mind to keep myself going... he he he



BTW the I find James Corden, guy that plays Smithy in BBC's Gavin and Stacey, to be compellingly HOT! You tell me...





and.. I think he may be "family" he he he

http://www.hollywoodgrind.com/daniel-radcliffe-gay-kiss-with-james-corden/

Happy Birthday To durabear

Hope it's a great one HUGS

Just want to wish a Happy Veterans day and much love to all those who did their part!

Much Love to everyone else too he he he

I have just recently renewed my WOW subscription and I have been playing it on Sundays. So if there are any of you avid WOW players... hit me up.. I am on the Proudmore (I was told this is the "gay server") as a Horde Tauren Shaman by the name Mogtop or a Horde blood elf Warlock by the name Alastan.

I tend to get bored with WOW cause I don't interact with anyone there... so please if you're on, hit me up!

so last month I converted from Comcast to AT&T Uverse and I am lovin the LOGO Channel!

This morning I caught the Click List which is the top ten rated (from on line at http://www.logoonline.com)music videos and short films. I was happy to see that Elijah Black was number 3 in the recent top ten music videos. Good Going buddy!! The short films are great... just long enough to maintain my attention. The film Daddy was quite good... and a very hot but brief bear reference. For those of you who don't have LOGO, you can watch all of the music videos and short films on their home page.

Jason was telling me about the movie "Bear Run: the movie" but I haven't caught it yet. This channel alone makes the switch entirely worth it!

Today I am off to lunch/hang out with my niece who turns 21 on Monday! She is awesome! I always love a chance to hang out with her.

Then tonight I am going to be watching The Tech game! I am so excited about Tech this year!

Because I love you all so very much

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iUcBvGscpwo

Even though I said I wasn't going to... I couldn't help but watch the election results coverage. After having a conversation with my hubby... he expected racism to win over reason... I had to watch and see for myself that we have indeed progressed since the 1960's. I had to call him and tell him he was wrong... but he didn't mind.

The result of this election is very encouraging and, in my opinion, exactly what is needed politically. A great deal of "light" was shed on the reality of how much people are guided by irrationally founded belief. At first I felt disappointment, but it turned to optimism when I realized this is an opportunity for growth. The election presented a significant number of people with a challenge that mirrored their own prejudice by which they may have been unknowingly guided. Some of those faced that challenge and grew, others are (still) feeling this as a threat and in the next four years we will see how this drives them. Today I am thankful that a larger number of people grew past ignorance than those who feel threatened.

Being "hopeful" doesn't seem appropriate to me... being aware of the opportunities and the consequences of our choices is much more important in my mind today... in which case I have confidence, not hope.

I want to wish a very happy birthday to an old friend bearpawly

Your Bday sure did fall on a very interesting day... I hope this is a happy day for all of us!

I voted early last week to avoid having to make arrangements to vote in my own precinct so I am keeping myself busy today to avoid getting caught up in the anticipation... I have nothing constructive to contribute at this point.

The Stink Eye

A man's friends were trying to convince him that he was too drunk to drive... he said I am not so drunk... I can tell that cat coming in only has one eye...

his friend replied.. that cat's not coming in.. he's going out!

So I was reading that the Top Ten Halloween Costumes for 2008 are:
1. Joker (saw many)
2. Sara Palin (didn't see a single one)
3. Michael Phelps (didn't see any)
4. Mylie Cyrus (didn't see any)
5. Brangelina Baby (if I saw one I didn't know it)
6. Jonas Brothers (I always see many look-alikes in the gayborhood)
7. Blair Waldorf (none)
8. Rachael Zoe (none)
9. Kirk Lazarus (none)
10.Katy Perry (nope!)

Houston was somewhat deficient of these costumes... I only saw the Joker this year.

Well it was nice to sleep an extra hour today. The funny thing is that there was a lot more traffic at 6 am than usual. I guess a lot of people were still on Daylight savings time.

A friend at work sent me a video. I won't post it here, but essentially it was a representation of the job market to come. A group of executives were standing on the sidewalk, all dressed up in suits with briefcases, etc. A mexican guy in a beat up pick up drives up and calls out that he needs two CPA's and some others... they all clammored to get picked.

For the past year, I have been looking for a job specificially in Austin because that is where Jason and I plan to settle together. I've had several interviews but no luck. At this point I am just thankful that I have a job and hope that continues.

This election is certainly one with a lot of passion and emotion. Even in my quiet neighborhood there has been a lot of bickering; people citing deed restrictions and sicking the homeowners association on each other for various campaign signs in yards. Personally I don't care if someone campaigns for Hitler, as long as they are assured the right to do so. As a result, I discovered that our deed restrictions prohibit the display of any advertising and/or campaign signs. I think some things need to be brought up about that!

Well my alma matre Texas Tech has sure kicked some butt this weekend! Many of us Tech Ex's are quite proud this week! GO RED RAIDERS!!! Gitchee gunsup!




Finally I want to wish a very happy birthday to bearishcub HAPPY BDAY BOB! HUGS!