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Out of Happy.
Thursday, November 30, 2006
Tell me you don't wanna give that cat a hug?
That's how I feel lately. Like I ran out of happy. Maybe it's the weather, or maybe it's the lack of things to do. Could be the lack of a decent job, or possibly even one crappy enough to bitch about. I'm sure not having had anything near a date since the days I hung out with Gypsy Girl a few weeks back (Who's since done the typical disappearing act for women I hang out with) is in there somewhere. I rather regret holding back at those points where a kiss should have happened. I'm also sure a lack of decent sleep is most certainly not helping. I'm guessing a few of my friends wonder if I'm dead, G-Spot's called a few times but I'm just not in the mood to do anything.
Whatever it is, this HappySlack has at least temporarily run out of happy. Maybe I'll find some in Conservative Girl's Company holiday party tomorrow night...
Or maybe I should just find that cat and adopt it.
posted by Chief Slacker @ 4:50 PM, ,
Way to Slack!!!
Wednesday, November 29, 2006
As if a true Slacker needs a reason to fake a sick day... Nice to see people are getiting in the holiday slacking spirit though!
Holidays Bring Phony Sick Days
Via Rueters on Start Trib.
Good slacking people!
posted by Chief Slacker @ 11:50 AM, ,
Happy Turkey Day!
Thursday, November 23, 2006
posted by Chief Slacker @ 12:56 PM, ,
Congrats Twins!
Tuesday, November 21, 2006
So the AL MVP voting is finally complete and Justin Morneau won! Woot!
That's three of my Twins winning some of baseball's biggest awards this year.
Morneau beat out Derek Jeter with 15 first place votes to Jeter's 12 for the MVP.
Joe Mauer took the AL Batting title (first catcher to ever do that) and finished 6th in the MVP race.
Johan Santana won another CY Young award and actually got one first place vote in the MVP balloting finishing 7th.
That's a bunch of hot talent on one team, and the best part? They're all back next year! :O)
posted by Chief Slacker @ 5:11 PM, ,
Fox has a soul???
Who woulda thunk it. News Corp., the parent company of Fox and Fox News and other outlets of usually biased or just plain terrible TV actually found some semblance of a soul.
If you had flipped through any of the various Fox brethren lately, you likely would have seen commercials for a two-day special about O.J. Simpson. Titled "If I Did It," it seemed from the commercials it was basically O.J. basically confessing to what happened. The special would be aired because of a book of the same name released. Even the publisher of the book admitted that she took it as O.J.'s confession.
I'm not sure who's idea it was for the book, and even more so the show. Quite obviously, though, they are soulless and evil. How else could it seem like airing something that would basically be a big middle finger to the families of those killed and the American public's belief in a decent justice system would be a good idea? All of this in the name of trying to get higher ratings since the majority of the rest of Fox's shows right now, well, suck. (House and The Simpson's still rule though.) many local stations weren't going to air it and the TV people's publication "Broadcast & Cable" even called this whole thing evil. Now, I do believe that Rupert Murdock is fairly evil, but had all this actually gone on it would have made me believe he very well maybe be the devil himself.
It appears however that the powers that be at News Corp finally had an attack of conscience and finally did the right thing, albeit WAY later then they should have. The show will be cancelled and most likely replaced by some other trash they hope will attract viewers. Even more amazing is that they're actually nixing the book as well. Thank God.
I don't know if the whole this was O.J. trying to clear his conscience if he actually did do it, or someone convinced him it would be a decent way to make some money. If he did make money it would almost all end up going to the families of the people killed due to the wrongful death lawsuit. Pay them with money he made by emotionally backhanding them in the worst possible way. I just fail to understand how this got to the point of even WRITING the book, much less actually publishing it and recording a TV special about it. They people behind it should be found out, and removed from the gene pool.
Arg! Thank God this won't be airing and I pity those who profited from what book sales there were prior to it's removal. You all better start praying to every god and goddess out there and get your bases covered or I'm quite sure there's a toasty pile of brimstone awaiting you.
Anyway, if you wanna read and actual article on it, here's one from the AP yesterday on MSN and one from the AP today on Star Tribune.
Later Slackers. Stay non-evil would ya?
*Edit* So Judith Regan toss an Article on Newsweek exlpaining that she had gone with the publishing because she wanted O.J's "Confession" made public to get some sort fo justice. The gigantic flaw I see with her argument: She was ok with the money from the book going to O.J's kids. How is it really any sort of justice if he's making money on the book, but skirting the law by giving the money to his kids? This, instead of serving justice by paying the Goldmans the money owed them from O.J. being found guilty in the civil lawsuit? Just because you can jsutify something, doesn't make it right Jusith.
posted by Chief Slacker @ 4:08 PM, ,
Naïveté is bliss...?
Monday, November 20, 2006
So going out with Conservative Girl Saturday night just left me thinking: I wish I could be that naive again. I guess only time will tell if my usually impeccable sense for relationships (In others, not my own, anyway) holds true with her current one, but for now I wish I could be like her.
Right now, I don't see it working out with her and the guy she's pretending to date. I say pretending because right now it's not really dating in any normal sense of the word. At best right now it'd be corresponding as far as I see it. There's no real connection there, just the hope of one. Communication itself is very minimal since he's in the National Guard in Iraq. Any dating would actually come more with his family whom she's adopted and hangs out with at least every week.
Some of the guys she had met seemed to have some good potential but didn't work out for various reasons. With this one it just hasn't seemed right to me from the beginning. They met on match.com, which is fine normally, but they met only a few weeks before he was going to be leaving for Iraq. After talking on the phone and email for a couple weeks she decided to go down to Florida to meet up with him for a weekend he had off. After that the decided they would be "dating." That tells me he's either very selfish and completely disrespectful of her, or also incredibly naïve. He set her up for a year of waiting, a year of hoping he doesn't get hurt, and a year of a phone call a week being "dating." To me that's pretty mean.
She somewhat recently got back from a trip out to Europe to visit him while he had his couple weeks of leave. She said she had a lot of fun, but all the fun stories were about the fun places they went, not about fun she had with him. The comment that hit me about the trip is that she said it was "weird" because they didn't really know how to communicate. CG also mention that often he would ask her about her belly dancing and stuff, but she would said she was to tired and just wanted to go to bed. All of this that I heard about it just made me think more and more that there's a huge lack of chemistry there. HUGE.
I don't believe I've ever met a couple that considered themselves "very happy" that said they had to struggle to communicate. You don't really hear people say "Well, it took a lot of work, but eventually we fell in love." Yeah, people can change over time, but if the chemistry's not there, it's not there. To me, chemistry means the relationship comes naturally. Respect, communication, fun and all the rest don't have to be worked toward, they're just there. Sure, there will be lumps in any relationship that need to be worked out, but those should come later on. If you're working to create that initial connection, it's seems more like a project to be happy with, not a person to be in love with.
It's that naiveté I wish I could have. The kind that keeps dating each other for the sake of dating still enjoyable. It's the same deal when CG and I were dating. It was fun for sure, but it wasn't love. We got along great, did lots of fun things, but when it came down to it there really wasn't any chemistry. I see the same thing with CG and this guy, she has interest, she thinks he's a good guy, but there's obviously a huge lack of chemistry.
I guess I admire her for that though. She's still able to be happy with the idea of dating. She gets happiness from just being in the relationship. That faded with me for sure. I could and will be very happily dating someone I'm sure, though it wouldn't really be the dating that would make me happy, it'd be the person. I'm not going for something I need to work on that will be good enough eventually. I'm in it for something that will make me truly happy.
Maybe I'm the naïve one to think that's out there...? Nah.
posted by Chief Slacker @ 8:56 AM, ,
Got Soul?
Sunday, November 19, 2006
My love of live music took me to a place in the Warehouse District of Minneapolis call Trocadero's. The Group to see was called The Prophets of Soul.
I met up with Conservative Girl and the Sister and Brother in law of the guy she's "dating." I hadn't ever been to this place before, but it's definitely a pretty cool place. They have their dining area and then a separate night club area. We ate dinner and then when the club opened, move to the balcony above the stage and dance area. We grabbed a spot on one of the crazy animal print couches and enjoyed the show.
The Prophets are a fun bunch and I had seen them a couple times before. The first time was actually with CG since one of the members of the group works with her best friends. In another bit of small worldness it turns out that one of the sax players in the band is also cousin's with CG's "boyfriend."
As the name would suggest they music they play is all of a soulful variety. They have three different singers and go through all sorts of music from the era of Soul. From Otis Redding to Gladys night to The Tops to whatever. The music is always fun and to top it off the group is always moving and dancing and just having a blast.
I got a picture or three, but I can't seem to find the cable to download them form my camera, but keep an eye out for those as well. And if you happen to be in the Twin cities, make sure to check out the Prophets ;O)
posted by Chief Slacker @ 11:34 PM, ,
3 Lbs
Saturday, November 18, 2006
So yeah, I finally got my cable back and was catching up on the shows I missed. Well, onlyn the CBS shows I missed sicne so far they're the only network cool enough to put their shows free On Demand. Usually the day after it's new, it's on the On Demand service with only like 3-4 commenrcials during the whole show. It's almost better than DVRing since you don't have to skip through the commercials. I love you CBS. Hey now, in the friends sort of way, come on.
Anyway. yeah so they had this new show debut called 3 Lbs. It's about Nerosurgeons and if the rest of the series is like the pilot, this is going to be a DAMN good show. There were parts that were a bit cheesy, but I guess it hit me in enough of the right spots. Hopefully they didn't blow their load of good TV in just this one episode. Looks like i have one more show to at least temporarily get addicted too... bah!
So, any other great shows I should be watching? I know you Slackers watch some TV... lemme know!
posted by Chief Slacker @ 11:28 PM, ,
Um Hi, Comcast?
Friday, November 17, 2006
"Yeah, I called this weekend about our cable and internet service being out. You said you'd have someone call on Monday to schedule an appointment to check it out and hopefully get it working?"
"Yes, what can we do for you?"
"It's Wednesday."
"Ok, It's Wednesday and I still haven't gotten a call, can we please schedule something?"
"Oh, hold on, let me transfer you over to Tech Support"
"I dialed the number listed next to Tech Support on the bill, who am I talking to?"
"This is Customer Service, Let me transfer you..."
GAH!!!!!!!! Come on people. Yes, I have done "support" work before and I do realize that a lot of the people asking for said support probably should not be using the technology they're requesting support with. But to assume they won't even know which number is the right one to call?????
So I get sick and have to go insane watching what little was recorded on the PVR. That and digging through far too many movies to not really find anything that piqued my interest. For TWO days. I hate the changing of the seasons, it always messes with me. I drive home and it's dark out so I get all sleepy, yet it's way before I normally go to sleep. When sleepy time comes around I'm no longer tired and can't sleep. I can get by on five or less hours of sleep a few nights in a row, but there's a wall to be hit somewhere.
Blah so I'm at work and in theory Comcast is at Slacker HQ right now fixing the cable. I'm sure I missed some of the shows I'm addicted to as well. Problem is I don't remember which ones since my oh so loverly PVR remembers all that for me.
Blah, at least I feel better, now only if I could get rid of the horribly stiff back cause by other things.
Anyway, I will be posting this weekend (or I pity the person who has to take my call at Comcast), so stay tuned!
Lata tatas!
posted by Chief Slacker @ 4:39 PM, ,
Save the Cheerleader...
Tuesday, November 14, 2006
...save the world!
So yeah, that's gotta be one of the worst tag lines for a show ever.
Problem is I'm hooked on the damn show!
Must... watch... heroes.
I dunno what it is but I like the show. Hiro rules! He got me hooked on the show because of his giggle inducing "Oooh! Waffles!" That and I'm a sucker for shows that leave you hanging each week. I dig Lost, even though it's getting a little far with the fantastic at points. Even though I think Jericho really isn't that good of a show, I have to DVR it each week because it just HAVE to know who the hell blew up all the cities! Thank god I've never watched 24 or I'm sure id get sucked into that, even though it's idiotic this one guy that many screwed up days. Even my CSIs are all integrating ongoing elements into them to make sure to watch every damn week. Thank you to whoever invented automatic recorders so I can record them each week otherwise I'd end up pissed like I did with X-files when they went all ongoing and I missed a week. How did Skully get pregnant?? HOW!!!??? ARG!!!!
Damn you networks, I was so successful at weaning myself off of TV, and then you go and find some way to get me hooked again. I wonder just how many network execs owe their souls to the devil to create such addicting things?
Bah! Time to go watch House... What's this? They now have an ongoing bit about him with drugs??? Nooooooooo!!!!!!
posted by Chief Slacker @ 10:01 PM, ,
Monday, November 13, 2006
I'm officially renaming She Who Shall Yet Be Named to Gypsy Girl, well, because I needed s shorter name to type.
Anyway, congrats to GG for her news today. Glad you got what ya wished for!!
posted by Chief Slacker @ 11:15 AM, ,
Multiple Monday
Damn that Comcast. And Big Mike. Well, who knows for sure, but one or both of them is to blame for killing the Post-a-Day plan. For some reason, either billing issues or technical issues the cable has been out since Friday night. I plopped down to watch Numbers, and get some lame error about how the DVR has no signal. Yay! As luck would have it, Big Mike was out of town all weekend and I'm not on the cable account. I'm not exactly sure why the guy has a cell phone when he never answers it!!!
Anyway, I DID write the posts though, so you are all blessed with getting three posts in one today! If I was an official NaBloPoMo participant, I would have actually tried to go somewhere to get them posted, but yeah, I'm a slacker, what can I say? One of these days I'll get my laptop running again so I can mosey on over to the coffee shop if need be… until then, I just get to bitch about not having net if it dies.
Enough complaining, time for posting. Here are this weekends posts. Enjoy!
Saturday - Express Lane Lunacy
I know it's hard to believe, but I'm a pretty laid back guy. Ok, maybe my kickball teammates will disagree, but Kickball Slacker in competitive mode is like Bruce Banner when angry, he's a whole different animal. Anyway, I'm quite tolerant and relaxed usually, things don't bug me. Ask OzzyC, a typical answer from me is "Hey, whatever! I'm cool. If you do want to bug me however, be illogical.
So today Conservative Girl and I hit up this candle warehouse sale thing. I picked up a crap load of smelly good candles for a buck a piece. CG and I both bought a few dozen candles since they were at such a nice bargain price. The majority of my buys were a dozen "Midnight Sky" candles for my firelabra and a half dozen of the super smelly good "White Chocolate Mocha" tin candles. Slacker HQ will be smelling quite nifty for a while.
**Quick Side Note – A few dozen candles that may smell really nummy individually do NOT necessarily commingle well… Proper ventilation may be required.**
Little did we know, after leaving the waxy wonderland we'd up sitting around in the express lane.
While the traffic around the Mall of America was unusually horrid, the road traffic was the least of my day's annoyance. The express lane I speak of is the IKEA checkout lane.
We decided we needed some food and the Swedish meatballs of IKEA were calling our names. Not only could we munch on Swedish meaty goodness, would could also pick up some other cheap items of Swedish goodness. I snagged some picture frames for stuff I want to hang up in the living room, while CG got some cute arty rubber ducky postcards.
Now, I love express checkout lanes in stores. You get in the nifty X-items or less lane and don't have to worry about thinking you're in the short line, only to find out the person three people up has 352 that they're buying. Well, unless there's that inevitable person trying to sneak by with X+12 items. That's a rant for a different post though. But, the definition of annoying though could very well be getting in the 5-items or less line, seeing everyone with only a few items, but then watching every line around you go MUCH faster than yours.
From my vantage point about 6 people back, it started with a somewhat annoyed man having a discussion with the cashier over what I'll assume was the receipt. During said discussion, 3 people with a total of about 213 items were checked out in the next lane over. Next came the manager type person to help figure things out, only to leave again. Two more people with a total of about 83 items shuffle their way by one of which was incredibly hot. Distraction appreciated. Back comes manager type person with superior manager type person who came equipped with a card full of bar codes. Apparently a laser scanning the Card of Holy Bar Codes isn't enough to placate the guy holding up "express" lane. Gone is the hottie and her 13ish items of Swedish goodness. Replacing her is some dude picking his nose. I kid you not. At this point I'm now wishing IKEA sold firearms. Twenty minutes from when we finally got in line dude and his measly 2 items of Swedish goodness FINALLY head for the exit and the rest of the checkout process ensues.
I finally got to the checkout and sent my frames down the conveyor. When I got to the cashier, I had to ask "So, have a problem with the checkout there?" The answer would set off an illogical fury of massive proportions. "Well, I just started a little while ago and there was something I didn't know how to fix." Vision of backhanding manager type person and superior manager type person start flying through my head.
Do drivers Ed teachers have their first time drivers hop in the express lane of the highway? Hell no! They may be daring people, but they're not insane! This is the EXPRESS lane people! This is for the power shoppers who like to get in, get their Swedish goodness (and maybe some meatballs) and get the heck out. We want the checkout person to be at one with the Swedish Zen. Put the newbies in lanes with large amounts of goods, people will understand if they screw up when checking out 184 items of Swedish goodness MUCH more than a purchase of 3.
Apparently IKEA is a GREAT place to go if you want to buy nifty inexpensive furniture and great stuff to organize. It is not however a bastion of logical though. It's all about the logic people. Logic.
Arg, well at least when I got home I got to clear the head by looking at this adorably funny picture.
Sunday – Border Battle
In case you didn't know, the official NFL team of the Daily Slacker is the Green Bay Packers. Hey! It even rhymes! Cool!
Anyway, today is one of two times a season I tend to have a hard time living in Minnesota, land of the purple pansies, err, umm, the Minnesota Vikings. Twice a year the Pack and the Vikes face off in epic battle. Last year was tragic as the Vikings managed to take both of the games with last second field goals. Being the lone packer fan among my friends and usually at work I get a lot of ribbing for this.
After last year's dismal season for the Pack, I had been worried that this season would, like my life, be a rebuilding year. Besides the ageless Brett Favre, the Packer have a ton of rookies playing. The beginning of the season was rough, losing a couple tight games, but they're starting to look pretty decent. They even managed to pull off something they hadn't done very often since Favre's been behind center: win in the Metrodome.
That's right! My Pack won the first of the two border battles this season! They looked pretty good, not making any mistakes and playing some pretty good defense. At the onset of the season people thought that Green Bay and Detroit would be duking it out for last place in the NFC central, but it's looking a bit more competitive than that. Granted, they're only 4-5 and are a long shot for the playoffs, but hey, we beat the damn Vikings. Chicago is not nearly as good as a lot of people think. Yeah they have a great defense, but Rex Grossman is going to lose them more games. With seven games left to the season, who knows what could happen.
For now, and for the next few week though, I get to gloat about my beloved Packers beating those mangy Vikings! Go Pack Go!
posted by Chief Slacker @ 11:09 AM, ,
Sing Damn It!!!
Friday, November 10, 2006
I'm writing this post on Outlook this time for the damn browser doesn't eat it again. Damn those post hungry blogger gremlins!
Anyway, I definitely have some good posts brewing on the whole Rebuilding Year thing, but first I need to get something off my chest…
So is it just me, or have has "pop" music suddenly been sucked dry of all its talent? I'd usually rather listen to the rock and jam out in my car, but once and a while I'll flip to the top-40esque station and see what the kids are listening to lately. From the sounds of it lately, someone has firmly attached a shop-vac to many decent pop singer and is performing a major Hoover-maneuver on their creativity and singing abilities.
Now I'm not talking about newcomers that should never have been given a record deal in the first place. *cough*k-fed*cough* What I'm talking about are people who've been around the scene a little while whose new stuff, is, well, horrid. The typical occurrence lately is someone like a Gwen Stefani, Fergie, or even Justin Timberlake.
**Quick side note, since I plan on never, EVER, mentioning boy band members again in this blog, I have a quick fun story. So I'm looking through Big Mike's "Video Gaming Mix" that he likes to listen while killing virtual bad guys. I'm looking down the play-list and have a "You know how I know you're gay?" moment. Mixed in among the heavy bands like Rammstein and Marilyn Manson: Justin Timberlake – Cry me a River. I nearly wet myself in the midst of schoolgirl like giggles. Ok, back to bitching**
So these people who formerly displayed some pretty decent ability (however cheesy the songs) now seem content to simply talk on all their damn "songs." Maybe it'd be a little better if the music was different or catchy but it's not. You take two parts tribal-house background beat, mix in one part fairly monotone repetitive lyrics and slap it on the airwaves.
Come one people! Seriously, just like I don't want to go to a art museum and see a finger painting I don't want to hear something that easily could have been recorded using an out of tune guitar, some 10 gallon plastic buckets and a walkman. SING!!!
What bugs me most about this is that people hear this on the radio and think "Hey, I could do that" and form a band. The next time I go to a bar (which we all know happens frequently enough) I end up having to listen to no talent crap instead of great music like the aforementioned Heartless Bastards. Make. It. Stop. NOW.
Ok, now I'm going back to listening to Music to Slack To: Vol. 1. Good slacking all.
P.S. I used spell check this time so quitcher bitchen ya filty swine! ;O)
posted by Chief Slacker @ 1:45 PM, ,
Thursday, November 09, 2006
Screw you blogger. I'm tired and now cranky cause you just ate my post. You tease me with this "recover post" link yet don'y deliver.
posted by Chief Slacker @ 11:20 PM, ,
Cozy Ranch or McMansion?
Wednesday, November 08, 2006
Leave it to a slacker to reach a sort of epiphany through fantasy football.
As I asked at the end of the "Rebuilding Year" post, what exactly do I want to build?
OzzyC made the good comment that we should "ALWAYS be rebuilding." Everyone definitely can use a remodel here and there as life goes on. You learn new things, your tastes change, new people come into your life. Usually though, for most people the "rebuilding" is more like light remodeling. Rearrange a room or maybe toss up some new paint to freshen up part of their life. For me right now I'd say it's a lot closer to Extreme Makeover: Home Edition. Everything's pretty ripped up right down to the foundation and in need of a plan for what cool things to slap on top. The only solid foundations I've got are the location and the finances. Those I've managed to sort out.
So, what to build?
I could aim high and dream of a grand mansion for myself, but that's just not my slackerly way. I'm much more simple than that. Gotta be cool, it'll definitely be unique and most certainly fun. The way my brain works though, if I don't have a plan, it'll end up like an episode of Monster House gone horribly wrong. I don't want to end up with a permanent mess either and have it be a major work in progress. A whole house, a whole life, is too much to think about all at once, so I think I'll tackle one area at a time.
The Foundation: Having a place to call home, having a means to support it.
The Structure: The family and few close friends I can count on for support.
Living Space: How do I wanna live? Keep everything neat and tidy but make sure the mini-bar in the den is fully stocked, or go more casual and relax on the futon and let things flow?
The Bedrooms: The personal side of life, do I want a big master room with a lot of room to share with someone, or am I fine with my single space. Do I need rooms for kids or guests?
Others: Any other part of life that needs to be added in.
Hmm, looks like I have some thinking to do. Definitely some good material to slack with…
posted by Chief Slacker @ 4:45 PM, ,
Finally! No More Mudslinging!
Tuesday, November 07, 2006
Wow, I LOVE it, I can turn on TV and NOT see an add dissing some politician. I am totally going to enjoy the next couple of weeks until the campaigning begins for 2008.
Now if the Super Bowl would hurry up and get here so we can see some good commercials!
posted by Chief Slacker @ 11:19 PM, ,
Rebuilding Year
Monday, November 06, 2006
So yeah, Seattle blanked Oakland and their kicker managed to score three field golas so my fantasy team lost. The best record I could possibly finish with is 6-7 and that's almost definitely not going to get me in 6th place or better to make the playoffs. Accordgint o the "Man Laws" I can officially declare this season a rebuliding year.
After I put a post with that declaration on our Fantasy Football league website I realized how true that really is. not jsut for my fantasy team, but for me in general. This is a rebuilding year.
I lost the job at the Big Company and moved on. I reorganized my finances and got myself on more stable footing. I've been searching for that great new job. I've done some rebuilding on the condo, and I would say some rebuilding on me. I've had the ups and downs erbuilding the love life and am back to wondering what exactly I want.
Definitely a rebuilding year... time to figure out exaclty what I want to bulid.
Sounds like something to sleep on!
posted by Chief Slacker @ 11:28 PM, ,
Sunday, November 05, 2006
Gotta love fantasy football!
Now every Sunday instead of watching the one team I care about and being done, the WHOLE day and Monday night become interesting. And since I'm a Packer fan, I need something to make this season interesting!
My fantasy team isn't doing all that much better, but it at least gets me caring about games I otherwise wouldn't. While my teams doing well today with it'd 20+ point lead over my opponent, he still has Seattle's kicker and Oakland's defense to play tomorrow night. I could care less about those teams normally, but tomorrow night you better believe I'll be near my TV cheering for Oakland to run up the score and for Josh Brown to keep missing any kicks!
My only mistake of the day was thinking that Chicago would actually, you know, not suck. I benched Ronnie Brown because I though da Bears would stuff the run. Like 170 yards later I'm moping over the fact he's riding the pine on my team. Oh well, at least I get to take pot shots at Big Mike all day since he's a HUGE Bears fan. Mwah ha ha!
Anyway, time to watch the night game, should be a good one with Indy and the Pats!
Later Slackers!
posted by Chief Slacker @ 6:56 PM, ,
Knick of Time!
Saturday, November 04, 2006
Almost failed so early in the post a day thing, but I have like 5 minutes.
So yeah, I got called away to a Minnesota Wild game tonight. Of course there was much pre-drinking involved though we had to maintain some semblance of sobriety since the tickets came via Tommy Boy's Dad. Even got the ritzy club level passes!
The game was good, though the result sucked. It was all tied up 3-3 going into the third period, but alas the Wild fell to the lowly Nashville predators. I mean come on. Minnesota, the state of hockey, losing to a team from a state where Ice is a new novelty! (I'm teasing Tenneseeans, no hate mail please!)
Of course after the game there was more drinking to drown the sorrows of losing... But now it's time to play a little xbox360 and maybe watch a movie before the passing of the out.
Night slackers!
posted by Chief Slacker @ 11:52 PM, ,
Music to the Ears
Friday, November 03, 2006
I love live music. LOVE it.
You can get me to go to just about any live musical performance and odds are I'll enjoy it.
I do have to admit though, the ones I love the most are seeing a relatively small known band, playing at a small club. The bands that aren't playing because they're full of themselves, the kind that love the music. They're not up on some huge stage showing you their music, they're feet away sharing it with you. The bands that after they're done don't go hide in some swanky bus or green room, but mosey up to the bar and have a drink with the crowd.
Last night I got to have some of that fun. A friend of mine sent word that a group called Heartless Bastards was doing a show at a smaller club near downtown min-apple. They've done well for themselves, earning some airplay on the local indy stations so I knew a bit of their stuff.
I got there and got a nice spot right in the front corner:
The show definitely didn't disappoint. The singer has an amazing voice. Definitely one hell of a set of pipes for her size. I'm horrible at comparing sounds, so I can't really describe how it sounds. Just trust me on it sounding good!
The best part I think was the last song. Some people might have just said it was technical difficulties, but I though it's what made the show. A some point during their last song, it sounded like one of the amps croaked so a portion of the guitar chords were just horrid distortion. She tried switching guitar maps to no avail and eventually just gave up. The rest of the song was played with just the bass guitar and drums. While I'm fairly certain she felt a little awkward with it feeling like a capella, it really made for a very impressive finale. It ended up just showing of that voice! When I talked to her after the show, she claimed she missed a few notes and it made her nervous and though it was bad. Judging by the cheering of the crowd and the applause after I think everyone would disagree. I told her that's what make live music so good: the imperfections. Yes, it can also make it completely terrible, but not this time. I go to shows to hear real music, if I want it perfect I'll go listen to the CD. THAT, on the other hand was a great real show!
Speaking of which, pardon me, I'm going to listen to my new CD signed by Lead Singer / Guitarist Erika!
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NaBloPoMo Doh!
Thursday, November 02, 2006
Damn that .com!
I had this grand plan of getting things back in Slack with panache by doing the whole National Blog Posting Month thing. While I still plan on doing it I managed to flub the whole "official entry" thing. I sent an email saying I'd like to join on the 31st, but where there should be a .org, my brain slacked off and tossed in a .com. Oh well, it may not be official, but I still plan on doing it.
So yeah, you're get a whole month of be ranting, raving, bitching, moaning, elating, deflating or, well, just being a damn slacker!
Why not take part in the whole National Novel Writing Month? As stated on Fussy.org:
"Some of us lack the imagination, stamina, and self-destructive impulses required to write a novel that quickly, but, by Grabthar's Hammer, we can update our blogs every day for a month!"
I mean, yeah, I could probably write a novel. But that would most definitely Violate the Ethos of Slacking. See, right now I really don't have anything important to do. The novel itself would become an important project and therefore NOT be slacking. Blogging however, will successfully keep me from working or cleaning or any other generally productive activity.
So there you have it, I'm no sure Who this Na is or why they want to Blo PoMo, but I'll go along with it!
Now, go read my last post and
Being all creative and brainstorm is SO not slackerly. So yeah, lemme know what ya wanna see!
Ok, Slack dismissed. Lata!
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What to do?
Wednesday, November 01, 2006
So, I've decided that since a year and a half has passed since the birth of the Daily Slacker, it's time for a revamp. While it dig the slim "newpaperish" layout, I'm thinking it can be spiced up a bit.
So, it's time for some reader interaction, what stuff do you all want to see on the DS? Lemme hear your wonderful ideas! I'll look at adding them in to make the Daily Slacker not just a place to read about the exploits of yours truly and to disseminate the Ethos of Slacking, but a place all slackers flock and enjoy!
So yeah, start opining and let's see what comes out!
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Manchester Terrier is originated from United Kingdom but Keeshond is originated from Netherlands. Manchester Terrier may grow 18 cm / 7 inches shorter than Keeshond. Manchester Terrier may weigh 14 kg / 30 pounds lesser than Keeshond. Both Manchester Terrier and Keeshond has almost same life span. Manchester Terrier may have less litter size than Keeshond. Manchester Terrier requires Low maintenance. But Keeshond requires Moderate maintenance
Looking much like the Black and Tan Terrier, the Manchester Terrier is a dog that was actually developed from the Black and Tan, which is the oldest known breed of terrier.
In the United States there are 2 varieties of the Manchester Terrier — the Toy and the Standard but in the UK the 2 sizes are classified as different breeds - the English Toy Terrier and the Manchester Terrier.
The dog was first bred in the 19th century to wipe out rats and mice, originating from Manchester, England. This is an old dog breed, gaining the nickname of the Gentleman's Terrier because of its dignified looks and personality.
After the 2nd World War, the numbers of the dog dropped and this spurred the kennel club to list it as a vulnerable native breed, in danger of extinction. It was in 1937 that the British Manchester Terrier Club was formed.
Keeshond is the term used for German Spitzes and although many American references have it that the Keeshond originated in the Netherlands, some say the dog originated in Germany and is a member of the German Spitz family.
The Club for German Spitzes was founded in 1899. The Nederlandse Keeshond Club was formed in 1924. The Keeshond is also referred to as 'The Smiling Dutchman'.
It was in the 17th and 18th centuries that the Keeshond was used greatly as a watchdog, appearing in England in the late 1800s, but after the turn of the 20th century, Mrs. Wingfield Digby of Dorset, England and Mrs. Alice Gatacre, a Dutch breed authority, living in England, stirred interest in the breed with their kennels.
An English breed Club was formed in 1926, and the first Keeshond was registered with The American Kennel Club in 1930.
The Manchester Terrier is a small, smooth haired dog with a black and tan coat and a head with a fairly long muzzle, small bright eyes, largish erect ears and a deep chest.
The body is lean and muscular and the tail, where once docked, now tends to be left long. In the toy sized dog you will find him standing at roughly 25 – 30cm in height and he will weigh between 2 to 4kg. The standard sized dog will be slightly taller and heavier and weigh in the region of 8kg.
You can expect between 2 – 4 puppies from a breeding pair.
Feisty, energetic, alert and intelligent are some of the words which describe the Manchester Terrier. Like any other dog, training and socialization will make him a splendid pet, obedient and amicable among people.
He is loving and loyal, courageous and feisty and guaranteed to make you an eager-to-please pet. He can adapt to life in the city or countryside, but is going to need plenty of exercise wherever you keep him as a pet.
The Keeshond is a medium-sized dog and a member of the Spitz group of dogs. He stands at 43 – 48cm in height and weighs 14 – 18kg.
He has a 2-layered, dense coat which is fairly long, straight and coarse and colors are grey, silver, black and cream. His undercoat is a very light cream color. He has erect ears, a fairly shop muzzle and a feathery, plumed tail which curves over his back.
The hair on his legs is fairly short accompanied with some feathering. A typical marking-feature of the Keeshond is the dark line which runs from the outer corner of each eye to the lower corner of each ear. It's what gives the dog his well known keeshond expression. The eyes of the dog are dark brown.
The Keeshond, just like other Spitz dogs, are playful, affectionate, friendly and eager to please. He is intelligent too and will respond well to training and socialization.
He makes a wonderful family pet as he is friendly and playful with children, loving all their games. He gets on well with other pets too. He is a social dog, thriving on being with his human family, wanting to participate in all family activities.
They are sensitive, loving pets and become very attached to their owners. They have even been used as comfort dogs in rescue situations, as they bond so well with people.
He makes a good watchdog too with his loud bark which he uses to deter intruders. He may well be a good watch- and guard dog but he isn't an aggressive dog.
This dog breed is fairly healthy and can reach a good age if looked after well. Every dog though, can be affected by a number of inheritable genetic disorders.
Glaucoma is a common genetic condition in Terrier breeds, including the Manchester Terrier. Secondary glaucoma, which is known as lens luxation is brought about when there is excessive pressure in the eyeball. The lens of the eye is put out of alignment. Most times surgery is the solution.
Von Willebrand's Disease is a blood disorder that affects the clotting process. A dog with this disease will have bleeding gums, continuous bleeding after surgery and sometimes blood in the stool. It's a disease which can't be cured but it can be managed with treatments.
With good food, fresh water, exercise and lots of interaction with your Keeshond, he can reach 12 to 14 years of age.
No matter how healthy your dog is, he can still get ill, but the chances are less likely when he is feed nutritionally. Nonetheless look out for hip dysplasia, bloat, ear infections, skin rashes and eye diseases.
This is a problem in the lens of the eye. Your dog has a cloudy look to the eye. A cataract can occur when the cells are damaged. A disease such as diabetes can also cause a cataract and high blood sugar levels can change the metabolism of the cells in the lens.
The lens should be crystal clear, but with a cataract, the vision of the dog is obscured. It can cause blindness. Thankfully, cataracts aren't painful and most times dogs with cataracts can still see. There is the option of surgery to remove them too.
Low maintenance, the Manchester Terrier will only require a brushing once or twice a week. Check his eyes and ears for infections, clip his nails and brush his teeth 2 or 3 times a week.
The Manchester Terrier is a lean, muscular dog and you want to be sure to keep him that way. If you feed him commercially manufactured food, make sure that it is one of the high quality brands – food which is packed full of vitamins and minerals to ensure the health of your dog.
Any packaged food you buy should be appropriate to the dog's age and his activity levels. You won't be doing your dog a favor by feeding him treats that you enjoy such as chocolate, coffee, peanuts, raisins, grapes and onions.
Dogs want simple food that don't change much. Keeping things simple prevents upset stomachs. Give him some wholesome home-made food occasionally to add into his dry kibble. This can be boiled chicken, brown rice or pasta and some cooked or raw vegetables such as potatoes, carrots and spinach. Some raw meat added in from time to time can also do wonders for your dog. Make sure he has access around the clock to fresh, cool water.
The Manchester Terrier wants lots of exercise, and apart from him having his regular daily walks, he will need runs off the leash in the park. If you go cycling for instance, he will readily run beside you.
With his double coat, your Keeshond will need regular brushing to get rid of all those loose hairs. He is a dog which doesn't have that typical dog odor about him so bathing him is discouraged. Too much bathing irritates a dog's skin and dries it out.
Check the inside of his mouth and make sure that his teeth are in a healthy state. If you are unsure, speak to your vet about dental hygiene as bad teeth won't only cause pain and discomfort for your pet, the teeth can affect his immune system and other body parts.
Check his claws too and have them cut when they become too long. When they are long they can hook on things and injure the sensitive area of the paws.
The Keeshond is a sturdy dog, loving all the activities and games that his family are involved in. He will love to be your walking companion and looks forward to his walk every day.
He is such a playful, adventurous dog and is always willing to join you in new games. Never put him in your back garden and forget about him, as this will make him ill and depressed. He must be part of the family to be healthy and happy and relies on you to include him in all your activities. He can live in the city or the countryside but will require being exercised wherever he is.
Top quality dry kibble will work for your Keeshond. If you want to keep him bright eyed and bushy tailed, mix in some quality home-made food too such as cooked chicken, rice and vegetables. You can also try to sometimes include a little bit of raw meat as well.
He is an active dog and will need a diet high in protein. Also, his thick coat needs to be maintained, and apart from regular brushing, look for quality dog foods that have Omega-3 fatty acids in them so as to maintain the skin and coat of the dog. Make sure he always has access to fresh, cool water.
The Manchester Terrier has so many good qualities that make him such a good pet. Low maintenance, he is clean and well groomed to look at. He is also a healthy dog breed, nice and active and low maintenance.
This little dog is willing to come into your home and heart. He will make you a wonderful pet and friend for as long as 15 years if you take special care of him.
The Keeshond, with his thick double coat, loves to be outdoors in cool weather. He won't be there too long however, because he will be missing his human family. He is such a social dog, craving human company and therefore isn't a dog to be put out in the backyard and left day after day.
He loves games and being totally involved with his human family. Look after your Keeshond well – he is a companion dog - and you will find him to be a most exceptional friend of yours.


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Steve Jobs by Walter Isaacson – Part 2
"Maybe that's why I never liked to put on-off switches on Apple devices."
December 12, 1980. At the age of twenty-five Jobs was worth $256 million.
Apple's success brought fame. October 1981 Inc. the first one followed by Time in February 1982. With picture of Jobs with his hypnotic stare, said the main story, "practically singlehanded created the personal computer industry."
- Wednesday, May 29. When Scully explained the new order of battle, few acknowledged Jobs but no public displays of affection. Scully did not acknowledge Job's presence.


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Constipation in Kids
What goes up must come down. You clean your house, but it will never stay clean for long. And what goes in makes what comes out. These are laws of nature – and I'll get back to that last one in a moment.
Constipation is a problem for many kids! They have infrequent, (or fewer than 3) hard poops in a week, that are either small, ball shaped, or large enough to plug a toilet. These hard poops can cause abdominal pain and hurt coming out. Sometimes a child can be so backed up they actually have a small amount of liquid stool that overflows and causes soiling or incontinence in their underwear.
There are 2 main causes of constipation.
First, your child may be holding their stool – or choosing to not go. This can happen because they don't want to stop doing what they're enjoying – like playing. They may also feel embarrassed to use the bathroom in a public place. Or they've learned that having a bowel movement can hurt. But how did they get hard painful stools in the first place?
For the most part, diet causes constipation or – "what goes in makes what comes out." Eating a high-fiber diet and drinking lots of water can help prevent constipation. Children should have a daily intake of fiber that at least equals their age plus 5 grams of fiber. For example, if your child is 4 they should get at least 9 grams of fiber a day.
Fiber is found in fruit, veggies, and grains. Lots of low-fiber foods are sweet – like cookies, and ice cream – and if given the choice, kids will choose those less healthy options. So it can take some work to increase their fiber intake!
Try going to the store alone and looking at what you usually buy to see if there's a higher fiber alternative: brown rice instead of white, whole-wheat or corn tortillas instead of white-flour ones, whole wheat pasta, or double-fiber bread instead of white. Then, at every meal offer a fruit, and at each lunch and dinner offer veggies. Ifyou have a picky eater, keep offering them healthy choices.
Here's a daily menu that includes plenty of fiber:
Daily Total: 33.3 grams of fiber
Choose fruits and vegetables based on your child's favorites and age. Here's the fiber content in some common foods:
Other things that can help prevent constipation:
- Limit low-fiber, processed high sugar foods – these will worsen constipation.
- Encourage your child to sit on the toilet after meals. We have a natural "gastro colic" reflex that makes it more likely we'll have a stool right after eating.
- Encourage lots of physical activity.
- Talk with them about not withholding – when they feel the urge they should try to poop – even if they're busy playing or at school.
If your child is already constipated, they may need some medicine to help hydrate and soften stools while you're making these diet changes. Miralax is a safe, effective over-the-counter choice. You can also make a phone or video visit appointment with your pediatrician to discuss options for treating constipation.
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Constipation in Children.
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The B-52s will continue their 40th anniversary tour for a worldwide jaunt that will play Cadence Bank Amphitheatre at Chastain Park on Sept. 7 with OMD and Berlin.
The band, which formed in Athens in 1976, released their self-titled debut in 1979. They started their anniversary tour last year – stopping in July at Chastain with Culture Club and Tom Bailey – and celebrate this year from May 4 in West Palm Beach through Sept. 24 in New York City.
Tickets for the Atlanta concert, priced at $40-$125, will go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday via ticketmaster.com.
In addition to their live performances, the B-52s will be in the spotlight for a documentary to be produced by Fred Armisen and directed by Craig Johnson as well as an official written history of the band, due in 2020.
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THE B-52's WORLD TOUR DATES
May 4 West Palm Beach, FL Sunfest*
May 12 Arlington, TX KAABOO Texas*
May 26 Nashville, TN Nashville Boogie Vintage Weekender*
June 21 Vitoria, Spain Azkena Rock Festival*^
June 23 Amsterdam, Netherlands Paradiso**^
June 24 Brussels, Belgium Ancienne Belgique**^
June 26 Cologne, Germany E-Werk**^
June 27 Berlin, Germany Columbiahalle**^
June 29 Gateshead Sage, UK Gateshead Sage**^
June 30 London, UK Eventim Apollo**^
July 2 Nottingham, UK Royal Concert Hall**^
July 3 Manchester, UK O2 Apollo**^
July 5 Paris, France Olympia**^
July 7 Argeles Sur Me, France Festival les Deferlantes*^
August 1 Costa Mesa, CA Pacific Amphitheatre**
August 3 San Diego, CA Bayside Summer Nights @ Embarcadero Marina Park**
August 4 Los Angeles, CA Microsoft Theater
August 6 Portland, OR Oregon Zoo Amphitheater
August 7 Seattle, WA BECU ZooTunes Concert Series
August 8 Missoula, MT Kettlehouse Amphitheater
August 10 Bend, OR Les Schwab Amphitheater
August 11 Murphys, CA Ironstone Amphitheatre
August 12 Saratoga, CA TheMountain Winery
August 14 Phoenix, AZ Comerica Theatre
August 16 Salt Lake City, UT Red Butte Garden Amphitheatre
August 17 Dillon, CO Dillon Amphitheater**
August 18 Greenwood Village, CO Fiddler's Green Amphitheatre
August 21 San Antonio, TX The Majestic Theater
August 22 Austin, TX Bass Concert Hall
August 24 Sugarland, TX Smart Financial Centre
August 25 New Orleans, LA Saenger Theatre
August 28 Clearwater, FL Ruth Eckerd Hall
September 6 Greensboro, NC White Oak Amphitheatre at Greensboro Coliseum Complex
September 7 Atlanta, GA Cadence Bank Amphitheatre at Chastain Park
September 8 Huber Heights, OH Rose Music Center at the Heights
September 11 Grand Rapids, MI Fifth Third Bank Summer Concerts at Meijer Gardens
September 13 Toronto, ONT, CA Sony Centre for the Performing Arts
September 14 Detroit, MI Meadow Brook Amphitheatre
September 17 Washington, DC The Anthem
September 19 Philadelphia, PA Mann Center for the Performing Arts
September 20 Mashantucket, CT Foxwoods Resort Casino – Grand Theater
September 22 Asbury Park, NJ Sea.Hear.Now Festival*
September 24 New York, NY Summerstage – Central Park
All dates are with The B-52s, OMD and Berlin unless noted below
*Festival Date
^European Tour
**Headline Date
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On Thursday, July 25, from 1 to 4 p.m. there will be FREE sponsored rides for children aged 3 thru 12 ONLY from 1:00 – 4:00 pm. According to info from 2018, each child will get a booklet with five free rides as supplies last. Additional tickets may be purchased. Standard fair admission applies (Adults $5, children 12 and under are free, parking is free.)
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Tough Talks with Dad
Adult children are often uncomfortable talking to their parents about aging issues or concerns they have about their parent's safety and well-being. Since June is the month we celebrate Father's Day, focusing on some... read more
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Concluding Social Workers Appreciation Month
In 1963, the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) proposed March as social work month to promote and support new interest in the broad and diverse work done by social workers. Twenty one years... read more
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"When are you going back to work?" It can be one of the most challenging questions to get from caring friends and family after a traumatic injury. It's a question the bridges the distance between... read more
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One of the most important relationships that we have in our lives is often overlooked. Especially for those dealing with a cancer diagnosis or chronic illness, your relationship with doctor can impact your quality... read more
Published on February 6, 2015.
Advocacy After Diagnosis: Care Managers and Cancer Patients
Sitting in the middle of the consult room, the doctor tells you, "It's cancer." All the words that follow those two may seem like a blur. What type it is and in what stage,... read more
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When Families Take Advantage
When we think of family being involved in the care of aging parents, spouses, and other loved ones we assume that is a positive thing. However, this is not necessarily the case. While we... read more
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Family Crisis: Preparing for a medical event or hospital discharge
When an aging loved has a medical event like a fall or stroke, our geographic area may not be in a state of emergency, but our families certainly are. We make plans for power... read more
Published on September 5, 2014.
The Family Nurse: Hospitals handing off medical care to family caregivers
"43.5 million adult family caregivers care for someone 50+ years of age," according to the 2011 Alzheimer's Disease Facts and Figures. PBS recently aired a story on the long-term demands of caregivers that provides... read more
Published on April 10, 2014.
A Home Within A Home: Creating a Space for Aging Parents Living with Adult Children
According to AgingCare.com, 34 million Americans are personally providing care for older family members. As an aging society, more and more adult children are meeting the challenges of elder care by opening their homes... read more
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Time to Focus on a new role
This is a big moment. My first BBC blog. Where do I start? Do I have to wear a tie while I write this sucker? In fact I am wearing shorts and an England cricket top, but I'll start by telling you how this all came about.
The day I was offered the gig on Football Focus was a strange one. It was the Thursday of the Open at Turnberry and at 2 pm I looked at my phone - not the done thing on the course - and saw I had two missed calls from the head of television sport at the BBC.
I thought he wanted to tell me off for something I had either said or done on the golf course, so I didn't ring him back until 8.15 that night. I can't remember exactly how the conversation went, but I was told that Ray Stubbs was leaving and there was going to be a bit of a shake-up in football.
I thought I was going to be asked to cover some shows while they sorted things out, so when I was offered the Focus gig I think my voice went a little high-pitched and I might have squealed a touch. After I'd hung up I kicked a pebble in delight and called my wife. The bad news was the pebble took a nasty ricochet right and left a little nick on a BMW!
On driving home from Turnberry that night I remember thinking about all the previous regular presenters of Focus... Wilson, Rider, Lineker, Stubbs, Bhasin and the sizeable shoes I was going to have to fill. I knew that we weren't talking mouldy moccasins... these were really fancy snow boots with tassles and go-faster stripes.
The next two weeks were pretty bonkers... press conferences, interviews and endless meetings in addition to trying to look after daughter number two, who is now six weeks old. But none of that has in any way reduced my excitement.
My Saturdays as a young boy were based around Grandstand and Focus. I used to annoy my mother by commentating on old ladies in the frozen food isle when I was dragged to the supermarket after school. I even wrote a letter to Des Lynam at the age of 11 asking him how I could get his job.
Anyway, enough of me blithering on about my new job. The whole point of this blog is to try to give you a bit more access to the programme. It would be great to hear your opinions, what you want to see... or not.
In the weeks to come I will hopefully be taking you on a grand tour of all the various bits behind the scenes but here is a brief overview of how it all comes together...
We have a meeting every Tuesday, normally attended by various superstars from football. You can see from the photo below that Garth Crooks and Mark Bright were in there this week while in the bottom right-hand corner you will see the back of Motty's head.
The highlight of the meeting was the great man's ring tone. Hearing Elvis singing "The Wonder of You" will brighten any meeting. With each phone call he receives, Motty disappear for two minutes... you never know who is on the other end but it always sounds important.
Filming for the programme will usually take place on a Wednesday, Thursday or Friday. Jonathan Pearce interviewed Mark Hughes on the Thursday while Garth went off to see Roy Keane on Friday morning. Friday is normally spent writing cues, checking facts, eating cake, watching the cut pieces, checking facts and generally getting things together.
We now have a new task on Friday as well. Lawro and I will film Friday Focus, which is a cunning way of previewing the weekend with a 10-minute cut down version of what you will see on the Saturday. Check out the next instalment from about 6pm this Friday.
My first appointment on Saturday morning is to turn up at the BBC Breakfast studio at about 8.35 to tell the people what is coming up on Focus and play a few snippets from the interviews we have on the programme.
Then we all head down to the Focus, Score and Match of the Day production office. It's in there that coffee and tea is drunk, bacon sandwiches are devoured and we all have a gander at the morning papers to make sure we've not missed anything.
Then it's make-up on, shirt on and into the studio to run through the programme and make sure everything is working. Lawro turns up about eight seconds before we are on but you would never know.
The highlight of last week's show was definitely the 'phantom hand' that appeared during JP's bit from Ewood Park.
Loads of people have asked me about it, so I did a little digging and can confirm that the owner of the hand was in fact floor manager Nick Bushell. If you look very carefully you can see there is a rather special watch on that wrist as well. Nick says it is a Chairman Mao watch that was purchased in Tiananmen Square and broke the day after he bought it for the equivalent of just £2. I hope that clears that up.
Right... time to go now. I've got to go and do an interview with BBC Radio Cumbria about being the new presenter of Football Focus. I've hit the big time!
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Comment number 1.At 22:00 18th Aug 2009, Darandio wrote:
Welcome to the big time mate and a good first blog. Does Motty turn up to the meetings in "that" coat?
Comment number 2.At 22:06 18th Aug 2009, Liamdeveney wrote:
I rang you for some advice some months ago about becoming a Journalist, (I am friends with a certain Mr.Olyott) and I am about to start a Journalism degree in September. I was, and still am, very grateful that you took the time to speak to me and offer such excellent advice. I took your points on board, started a blog amongst other things, and eventually applied to study. When I saw that you had become the presenter of Football Focus I was thrilled. Many many congratulations on securing such a fantastic and prestigious position. Any football fan worth his or her salt will have grown up watching FF, and it is a dream job for any sports Journalist. I am disappointed that the position has been filled as I had my eye on it, (!) but I can tell my kids that I know, (well, sort of) the face of FF!
All the very best in the job, you are a lucky, but deserving, man.
Liam Deveney.
Comment number 3.At 22:31 18th Aug 2009, yajustdonsavethose wrote:
"Friday is normally spent writing cues, CHECKING FACTS, eating cake, watching the cut pieces, CHECKING FACTS and generally getting things together."
I am going to be the first annoying pedant of your blogging career!
Comment number 4.At 23:05 18th Aug 2009, Dan Walker wrote:
Come in number 3.
Well spotted yajusdonsavethose but the double 'fact check' was actually intentional. Get the facts wrong and everything else falls to bits. Thanks for the comments though gents. Nice to know you are getting stuck in. I'm off to check some more facts.
Comment number 5.At 23:11 18th Aug 2009, FoxesofNuneaton wrote:
On Football Focus, less on the contract negoitations of big players and less on Newcastle, more on the inside of teams.
Im sick to death hearing fo Newcastle this, Newcastle that, they are not a big club anymore nor do I want to hear Torres or Gerrard sign their 4th contract extenison in 2 years.
Why doesnt the BBC look at the history of clubs and stadium tours, a little bit like Soccer AM but not as much but Dan, you are doing a great job.
Motty should get a major slot sometimes on it maybe a Motty Moment, a snipet of Football class from years gone by.
Comment number 6.At 01:13 19th Aug 2009, UKARP wrote:
Yes congratulations on your new job, looking forward to a season of football on BBC as usual!
But yes many of us do not care about Newcastle United. I got sick of the media coverage last season saying about 'football in the north east being in dire straights' which is totally not true. They have a team in the premier league and two otherbig teams in the championship who have the potential to get promoted.
If you want a region to cover where football is properly on it's knees then give some attention to the east midlands. Lincoln City, Grimsby Town, Boston United. I'd say all these are in worse positions than Newcastle and Middlesborough wouldn't you? But rant over I do generally enjoy football on the BBC and looking forward to some of the live football league matches.
Comment number 7.At 02:16 19th Aug 2009, ahmedjeffersontyke wrote:
If we are all going to slate Newcastle then I will do too. Don't cover Newcastle, they are not a 'sleeping giant', nor do they have the most passionate fans in the country etc. etc. I have always preferred the moniker 'Car-Toon Army'.
Now that's out of the way, good work on the blog and good luck with football focus. It would be nice to see more lower league coverage and reports which could highlight the difference between the big fish of the Premier League and the lower league minnows.
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Comment number 9.At 06:41 19th Aug 2009, SuperAl09 wrote:
I find it very funny how 3 out of 7 comments on this topic which has nothing to do with them, are so far all all about Newcastle.
This is a typical response from football fans all over the country who seem determined to talk about us no matter what the subject.
Not bad for a small club!
Comment number 10.At 08:58 19th Aug 2009, Myke85 wrote:
Enjoyable blog Dan, will this be a weekly event?
Thinking back to my youth, my Saturday's always followed a VERY strict routine - breakfast, Live and Kicking, Football Focus, football in the garden, Final Score. You must be very proud to be a fixture on many gentlemens lives - more so that most of our partners!
I missed the show on Saturday I'm afraid, but one comment I do have, is perhaps bring back the goal highlights of the games from the previous week, as not everybody's girlfriend is quite so understanding when it comes to football on the telebox on a Satuurday night (despite however many property shows I have to put up with....) and not everybody can afford the generic live TV recorder.
Keep up the good work!
(1st post for me!)
Comment number 11.At 09:11 19th Aug 2009, jay842 wrote:
nice blog, motty has adopted my meeting stance there......drifting off & playing with his mobile!
Comment number 12.At 09:14 19th Aug 2009, Dan Walker wrote:
Well brothers and sisters. This is all good. I will make sure all your points are mentioned at the next few meetings. To answer some of the questions so far...
Not seen Motty's coat at any of the meetings so far - but it has been quite warm!
Yes, this blog is going to be a weekly event.
Comment number 13.At 11:03 19th Aug 2009, george wrote:
Hi Dan,
I saw on another BBC page that you supported the mighty Crawley Town as a youngster. Is this true? Did you get to many matches then or even recently? Would be great to have someone famous who has a passsion for the Red Devils!
Maybe even give us a shout on football focus. ;)
Comment number 14.At 11:10 19th Aug 2009, UnbelievableTekkers wrote:
Good first blog Dan, and congratulations on bagging a fantastic show. Hope it all goes very well throughout the season and im sure you will fill those snow boots no problem.
By the way, can i have a billing address to forward the bill for the little nick on my BMW?
Comment number 15.At 11:16 19th Aug 2009, spurs_surfer wrote:
I know you probably dont have anything to do with the 'Talent' but any chance of having someone who isnt either an ex Arsenal or Liverpool player, am bored of the biase of Lawro, Hanson, Dixon, Keown etc etc.
Also whilst I enjoy reading Hansons interviews on here, it would be nice if A: they were more often and B: he talked about something other than Liverpool and the 'Top 4' all the time!
Anyway good job so far, and who do you support out of interest?
Comment number 16.At 11:21 19th Aug 2009, Mark Applin wrote:
You say the head of television sport said there was going to be 'a bit of a shake-up in football'. I assume he was talking about the game in general as Garth Crooks still remains on the BBC roster. A real shame. The perfect opportunity to replace him.
Best of luck for the season. A really solid start.
Comment number 17.At 11:40 19th Aug 2009, Icedman777 wrote:
Hi Dan.
Please can you tell me when quick summary highlights of goals are shown, why do they TV Directors/Producers/Editors/Whoever insist on showing the worst possible angle to view the footage.
Sky do the same thing too. Typically using an angle from behind or to the side of the goal, with the view concentrated on the ball or player rather than the whole pitch.
When a match is shown we get to see the whole pitch and what is around the player to get a perspective of how well the goal was taken.
I hope you understand what I'm referring to, as it's so annoying and frustrating to see the awful angles on the goal summary highlights.
Comment number 18.At 12:09 19th Aug 2009, SugarDunkerton wrote:
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Comment number 19.At 12:32 19th Aug 2009, TheDeluded wrote:
Congrats and welcome to blogville. I don't know who you support, but I'm sure I speak for many when I say, can you please present unbiased coverage during your time with us.
McNulty, Lawro, Hanson etc etc etc. All following one of the most boring teams in the prem, and every week it's just all about Liverpool: Who they played, how they played, who they're playing next and who thinks they're going to win. Who bloody cares? Only one set of fans from one team. They've got their representatives - can the rest of us be represented now too?
So please take a more rounded view and try to spread the love around a little bit. And good luck trying to please everyone. It's a good start so far ...
Comment number 20.At 12:54 19th Aug 2009, LallanaWonderland wrote:
Congrats on the job Dan! You're moving fast, you'll be over-taking Linekar soon (can I suggest you do this by endorsing your own range of Dan Walker's Crisps?)
Keep up the good presenting!
Comment number 21.At 14:47 19th Aug 2009, mojopin1983 wrote:
I'm sorry but this blog reads like you were writing about your first day at school.
In my opinion, Football Focus is a tired product. It's just a re-hash of the topics/issues which have been done to death by Sky Sports News during the week.
It says something if the highlight of your first show was the "phantom hand" of a floor manager during a shot.
Comment number 22.At 15:16 19th Aug 2009, realronburgundy wrote:
Dan - top blogging. Always good to have a more intereactive forum.
You mention superstars of football yet you also mention Garth Crooks, who, in a very real sense, may, or perhaps may not, vis a vis the question asking, be the person who seems to randomly string together the longest and indeed most long question possible in a way that seems designed to highlight his intellect, yet, converserly seems merely to undermine the interviewee, the interviewer and indeed his employers.
A bit like Russell Brand, only without the humour and that aint it?
How does Crooksy still have a job?
Stay classy!
Comment number 23.At 15:59 19th Aug 2009, DanWalker3321 wrote:
My names Dan Walker too!!! i now have a (semi)famous name!!!
Comment number 24.At 16:16 19th Aug 2009, lejackisback wrote:
Congratulations on the job, i am one of many who would of loved the job.Iam stuck in France until October so you will be well settled in by then. Its good to here ex pros talking but they need challenging, visit some lower league clubs and show us the good and the bad, how small clubs are keeping there heads above water and how others are falling from grace. I would like to know how a club can be penalised twice when going into administration and cant buy players then get deducted points, maybe you could get someone from the football league to answer that one. We all know there is to much money at the top, Montpelliers top player is valued at 2 million euro. time for change. all the best for the season.
Comment number 25.At 17:46 19th Aug 2009, Rovers Return - HKR AWAY DAYS wrote:
Good blog Dan, very insightful. Number 3 obviously needs to reassess his life if complaining at your content is high on his priorty list...
Comment number 26.At 18:15 19th Aug 2009, Dan Walker wrote:
Glad you are enjoying the interactivity. I will try and keep it up all season... apart from next week when I am going camping for 4 days!
Let me try and address some of the latest issues and questions...
Crawley Town - crawleytown567. Yes brother I am a fan of the finest team in red and white. My father did try and turn me into a Spurs fan in my youth and I was slightly obsessed with Hoddle for a while but I was eventually won over by my home town team. Many a happy Saturday afternoon was spent at Town Mead.
Wonky camera angles - Icedman777. I know what you mean but I think this is just the way television is made these days. "Why use a straight shot when you can have one from a bloke hanging upside down from a blimp?" Personally I like a bit of wonk but you know it's gone too far when you have no idea who was playing!
Big 4 and Liverpool bias - TheDeluded (and others). It's one of those things that football fans just have to accept... the vast majority of debate will centre on the big boys. If you think there are too many Liverpool and Arsenal pundits then you might be pleased to hear that Gordon Strachan will be returning to the Focus sofa this season - hopefully starting this week.
Crisps - LallanaWonderland. I continue to dream of a lucrative crisp contract... although I prefer wine gums!
Rubbish blog / Focus pointless - mojopin1983. You are right that coverage of football has changed a lot over the last 20 years but I firmly believe that Focus still has an important place in the market and hopefully you will see one or two changes this season that will keep you happy... or at least slightly less miserable.
Keep an eye out for Friday Focus on the website from about 6pm this Friday by the way. See you soon.
Carlo Ancelotti
Comment number 27.At 19:17 19th Aug 2009, Jason wrote:
Let me congratulate you on landing the Football Focus job, but I must admit that I'm somewhat unable to take you seriously due to something I've heard about you, namely that throughout your career, you've refused to work on a Sunday because of your religious beliefs.
So, can you confirm if this is true, and if so, can you explain why you've taken this particular stance?
Furthermore, do you even watch or go to football matches on the Sabbath, or just spend the day praying for the mortal souls of those who actually do?
Comment number 28.At 19:24 19th Aug 2009, Lee Camp Is A Forest Fan wrote:
Hi Dan,
I don't usually comment on blogs but thought I'd say I think you've been excellent on Focus these last two weeks. I've always like Manish since he was a reporter for ITV Central during the time of ITV Digital and was disappointed to see he wasn't presenting Focus any more. But I haven't missed him at all!
Keep up the great work!!
Comment number 29.At 23:44 19th Aug 2009, ktfoot wrote:
"Wilson, Rider, Lineker, Stubbs, Bhasin and the sizeable shoes I was going to have to fill."
Irony isn't dead.
"Lawro turns up about eight seconds before we are on"
Really, you can't tell.
Comment number 30.At 11:45 20th Aug 2009, andy-i wrote:
Ive really enjoyed the first 2 Focus shows but why oh why do your bosses insist on cutting it to 30mins every time there is an F1 race.
There is so much to cover this saturday with a full weekend fixture program plus 6 midweek PL games and a full midweek FL program just gone, not to mention Celtic/Arsenal in the CL.
If the BBC insist on continuing with a 50min build up for F1 qualifying (which is bloated and unecessary) will they please put Focus on BBC2 or the red button rather than just chop it down!!!!
Rant over, keep up the good work.
Comment number 31.At 11:54 20th Aug 2009, donshak wrote:
Well done mate!
Dont mean to be rude, but i have never heard of you or seen you on tv before!...but it seems like footie focus will be great to watch with you presenting!
Comment number 32.At 12:35 20th Aug 2009, Harry_Potts wrote:
Ooh I remember you on Key 103, I've not seen the new season of Focus, can't wait for Friday Focus, it's been needed since the days of Nationwide (yes I'm that old) when Des or David Coleman would preview the weekend action, cracking stuff
Comment number 33.At 13:36 20th Aug 2009, Armchair Dave wrote:
Classic comments ktfoot!
In the 8 seconds that Lawro is there but the cameras aren't on, can you ask him to take a couple of Prozac? Honestly, he's so downbeat and depressed. Maybe it's just because Liverpool haven't won the title in about 50 years... :-(
Cheer up Lawro.
Comment number 34.At 15:24 20th Aug 2009, Dan Walker wrote:
Dearest footballing brethren…
If you don't know already just a gentle reminder that Focus is all being squeezed into 30 minutes this Saturday and - because of the F1 - we are kicking off at 1130.
Despite the loss of 15 mintues we are managing to shoe-horn the following into the 3rd programme of the season.
Gordon Strachan will be making his first appearance on the Focus sofa this season alongside Mr M Lawrenson. We'll be reflecting on a bonkers week at Turf Moor - talking to volley-wizard Robbie Blake and his boss Owen Coyle. We might try and discover who hit the ball harder in midweek… Blake or Jermaine Defoe against Hull.
So you'll see those goals again - probably from a few angles - but we'll also have the rest of the beauties from the midweek premier league games just in case you missed them.
The dream-team of Motty and Martin (Keown) are together again - this time at the Emirates for Arsenal (flying-high) and Porstmouth (hurtling downwards at good crack). Frank Lampard will be talking us through Chelsea's impressive start to the season and telling us whether they intend to give everyone a goal lead this season. I could also do with talking to him about my fantasy league team because he is currently captain and I could do with a few more points.
And here's a stat to dazzle your friends with… there is only one team in the championship who have failed to score a goal this season… Reading. Brendan Rodgers has a big task ahead and he'll live on the programme at about 11:54 am (we might be a minute either side of that).
All that and loads more at 11:30 this Saturday and don't forget to look out for Friday Focus on the website and red button from about 6pm on - you've guessed it - Friday. See you soon comrades.
Comment number 35.At 20:42 22nd Aug 2009, davidbennettwolves wrote:
Hello Dan,
I am pleased Football Focus is back. I would like to see more items about celebrity fans and their passion for teams, like James Coren's piece about West Ham. Keep up the good work, but please don't refer to Wolves and Hull as the teams in orange, it's gold! Technically 'Old Gold' and black in the case of WWFC. According to Hull's Chairman (a few years ago), when Hull was being revived as a club they decided to use the same colours as Wolves for their strip.
Comment number 36.At 10:23 27th Aug 2009, sleepingDantheman555 wrote:
Hello Dan,
Really good to see you presenting FF on the BBC. Must be very exciting but am sure a lot of hard work! Keep up the good work,
Dan Goddard
Comment number 37.At 15:15 30th Aug 2009, Dan Walker wrote:
Thanks for the colour-based update davidbennettwolves. I will try and avoid any mention of orange. I suppose the closest you get are Blackpool and that's 'tangerine'.
Comment number 38.At 12:48 30th Jan 2010, John driscoll wrote:
Please speak to the FF production team about the annoying arty-farty football clips. JUST SHOW CLIPS IN NORMAL FOOTAGE. FF must have a self-indulgent techno geek in production. Get rid of him/her.


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