The Working Man!

Saturday, February 17, 2007

So it's been like a month and a half since I've updated… I've been kind of busy. I'm a working man now. I was hired on as a project estimator for a company called Venture in Dallas. I interned for them previously and am now working there full-time. It's been a crazy couple of weeks because I've been doing so much training. So far, I love my job. I can see myself being happy in this field. If you want to hear more about my work… feel free to ask me. I will spare the rest of you the boring read. I haven't been doing much besides working and sleeping... and the occasional going out.

Recently I got to hang out with a friend I met while I was in Paris. Dave is from Ireland. He was visiting some friends in Texas, so we went out for a few drinks. I took Heather along and we had a blast. It's been two years since I've seen Dave last.

This past weekend Heather and I went to Lubbock to visit some friends. Levi came down from St. Louis (his sisters came up too) and Jeff drove up from Midland. Sabrina came up from Houston. Heather and I stayed with Kelly and I got to hang out with my old roommates as well. It was great to see everyone. I actually do miss the LBK!

I recently read a book called Raise High the Roof Beam, Carpenters, by J.D. Salinger. Oddly enough, it had nothing to do with carpenters. It was a very good read. It's about a guy named Buddy who takes leave from the Army during World War I to attend his brother's wedding (that never really takes place). His encounters are very descriptive and enjoyable.

Currently, I am finishing up Travels with Charley, by John Steinbeck. It's interesting. It's about Steinbeck's 10,000 mile journey across America with his dog, Charley. In the book he describes the desire to see the land. He says, "I've lost the flavor and taste and sound of it. I'm going to learn about my own country." I'll let you know what I think when I'm done.

I am not sure what is next on the list. I want to re-read Bridge to Terabithia, by Katherine Patterson. It was one of my favorites as a kid. Disney is coming out with the movie version – I hope they don't screw it up.

Music I've been listening to:

A guy a work gave me a Carlos Santana CD. I've also been listening to Colbie Caillat http://www.myspace.com/colbiecaillat. She's the #1 unsigned artist on MySpace right now. (listen to Realize). She does a lot of collaboration with a guy named Jason Reeves http://www.myspace.com/jasonreeves. He's pretty good too. Listen to Photographs and Memories. Other than that, I've been listening to some Mat Kearney, The Postal Service, and Green River Ordinance. If you have anything new you've been listening to… I'd love to hear it.

Is everyone else tired of turning on the radio and TV and hearing about Anna Nicole Smith?!? Do an effin DNA test and figure it out. End of story. I'm tired of her story trumping real news…. like Britney shaving her head (I am seriously just kidding), but I did see a picture and she does look like an alien.

Okay, I am going to go do something productive with my Saturday… The Karate Kid is on ABC Family today! Heck yes!

The Unthinkable Thoughts of...

Thursday, January 04, 2007

It's nearly 5am and I am sitting in bed. I can't sleep. I just got finished reading The Unthinkable Thoughts of Jacob Green by Joshua Braff. He is the brother of actor/writer/director Zach Braff. I heard of the book through Zach and decided to pick it up a while back. I just now got the chance to sit down and read it. It was a very good read. I finished it in about four sittings. I suggest you pick it up.

I have this thing, where the book that I am currently reading becomes my favorite. I spend my time researching the author, as well as previous works and eventually move on to another book. The last book I read was Less Than Zero by Bret Easton Ellis. It was pretty weird. I am not sure what is next on my list. I want to read The Unbearable Lightness of Being by Milan Kundera, but Heather has made it very clear that if I want my book back I will have to pry it out of her cold, dead fingers. I guess I better search for a new copy. I buy a lot of books. Heather comes over and borrows them and I am lucky if I get them back. I think she's read more of my collection than I have... or damn near it.

I go in and out. Sometimes I read every night and other times I won't touch a book for weeks. I would like to get on a regular reading schedule. That is my new goal... I'll just add it to my current "List-o'-Goals" --okay, I am kidding. I don't actually have a list, but it'd be pretty cool if I did.

Speaking of Zach Braff, I saw his new movie the other night and I wasn't too impressed. I enjoyed it, but I guess I expected more. I understood going into it that it wasn't going to be another Garden State (he neither wrote nor directed this movie), but the soundtrack is kickass. definitely go pick that up. The Last Kiss Soundtrack. Braff and I share a lot of the same likes when it comes to music.

I am pretty stoked. I found The Graduate on DVD the other day for under 10 bucks. I've been looking for it for a while. I also bought The Office: Season One and Two. I watched the first season. It's pretty funny. I am looking forward to the second season. Steve Carell is a funny man.
I am interested in what you are reading/listening to/watching. Do share!

I've been pretty unproductive lately, other than helping my folks out. Since Dad had surgery everything's been kinda crazy around here. My mom needs all the help she can get. I like being able to help, and I guess it gives me the opportunity to catch up on a few things as well.
Okay, it's 5:15am. I have to go to sleep. I have a busy day tomorrow.... err today. I have a busy day today....err, kinda.

The Graduate...3 Days & Counting

Tuesday, December 19, 2006

So, I finally graduated college. Yep, 3 days ago. I just updated my profile to say "alumni" instead of full-time college student... and I am not okay with that.

If you aren't a college student... that means you are an adult. I think that is the part I am not okay with. I've been out of college for a few days now and I am having withdrawls already.
My last days in Lubbock were pretty spectacular. Dub came to town and I partied it up with some old friends. My brother and Robin came in the night before graduation. I showed them around town (and by that I mean we hit up about 4 bars). Graduation was pretty overwhelming too. I didn't think much of it until I walked into the arena and there are tons of people cheering and stuff. I guess that is what it feels like to be a rockstar... only there are a ton of other "rockstars" and we are all dressed in black robes and square caps (..and by the way, who invented the cap that you wear to graduation... it's pretty pointless). Packing up my apartment was kinda sad.

I moved back to the Dallas area today. I am gonna help take care of my pop (who just had surgery), and then I guess I'll start the job hunt. Hopefully I will find myself in graduate school somewhere soon. I've decided that college suits me all too well. I deserve to continue. I have way too many friends who have earned their degree and have started their careers... and HATE it. I don't want to be that person.

I guess I should also say that if you know of any good jobs available, please let me know. I am hoping for something to fall right into my lap. I'm being serious.
Okay, it's 4:15am. I've really gotta start a decent sleeping pattern.... maybe tomorrow.

g'night kids.