http://www.r4bid.net/eviesfieldtrip Just another WordPress weblog Wed, 15 Oct 2008 16:45:23 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Michael helped me cut my long hair off last night.  I'd been growing it for Locks of Love - an organization that makes real hair pieces for children with cancer and other illnesses that result in hair loss.  It all started with a dare.  I was telling Michael how much my hair has been ... http://www.r4bid.net/eviesfieldtrip/?p=23 Two years ago I was t-boned by a toyota SUV while cycling on Mercer Island.  The rest of the year involved pain, frustration, and the inabililty to recover properly.  I was also stressed out, adrenal depleted and otherwise "done" with my career at Microsoft.  I quit in October 2006.  About ... http://www.r4bid.net/eviesfieldtrip/?p=21 This race is very close, and Washington could make the difference -- but only if you caucus this Saturday, February 9th at 1:00 p.m. You may have heard that Washington is holding both a caucus and a primary this year, but only the February 9th caucus will determine the Democratic nominee ... http://www.r4bid.net/eviesfieldtrip/?p=20 The Washington State Democratic Caucus Info page explains how/where you can attend a Caucus event.  In Washington State, only the result of the caucus will be used to determine our electoral votes in the primaries.  So don't wait until February 19th if you are democrat and you care about voting ... http://www.r4bid.net/eviesfieldtrip/?p=19 The dog is curled up at my feet whilst I work.  Did I say "at" my feet.  I meant ON my feet.  He has found a way to coil himself around and over them like a furry pretzel. Is he happy?  Or is he already feeling anxious about what will happen when I ... http://www.r4bid.net/eviesfieldtrip/?p=18   sprawled in perfect rest.  do doggies get carpet face when they sleep like that?   no tears can withstand the comfort of a warm kiss my face is wet twice!   its so nice of you, to help take out the laundry...  how 'bout the garbage?    http://www.r4bid.net/eviesfieldtrip/?p=17 Best girlfriends are exactly that - the best. Mine met up with me this morning for a belated birthday brunch. I said no presents, but they brought small thoughtful gifts anyway. Jen brought Jack a gift - a doggie cannoli and a toy hedgehog.  I'm glad she pointed out that it was ... http://www.r4bid.net/eviesfieldtrip/?p=16 My plan was to go with Michael to the B&O and write my petition to the universe for what I'd like my life to be like next year. I was going to post it here and ask all my friends to sign it. (yes - this ritual blatantly copied from "Eat, Pray, ... http://www.r4bid.net/eviesfieldtrip/?p=15 (I posted these thoughts in response to a thread here: http://www.talesfromthe.net/jon/?p=39) I am reflecting on the points made about conflict and greatness.  Coming to a related crossroads in both personal and professional life.  I think I've done some ambitious work over the last few years.   I seen my best self rise ... http://www.r4bid.net/eviesfieldtrip/?p=14 Deer Santa,  I wud like a binket for krismas.  Evry nite wen Evie goes to bed, I get ankshus and whore around with the lawndry. I think I could form a luving, trusting relationship with just one fleecy binket.  (as long as it smells like peeple.)  -Jack http://www.r4bid.net/eviesfieldtrip/?p=12