Wow.  So I've been pretty much non-existent around here lately.  Maybe it's because most days I don't even have time to think never mind blog.  So, here we go...

• Remembrance Day was this past Saturday, and I do not feel the same way that Mack and Darren do.  I think that the fact that the ceremony has become stale is a good thing, because we haven't had any global conflicts on the scale of Word War II since, well, World War II.  For me, Remembrance Day is one of those days that really resonates with me, because of my Grandpa's service in WWII, and because of my affinity for the military.  Yes, I get a little emotional , which is why I don't go to the public ceremonies, but watch in the comfort of my own home.  It's unfortunate that there are so many people who fail to recognize the relevance of the day, and understand that your freedom of expression and freedom of the press and freedom of religion was defended by those who have served, and continue to serve their country. 
• Jane and 's birthday dinner/board game playing was on Saturday.  We had good times, and I really enjoyed myself.  It was fun to be with everyone again, because we don't get the chance often enough.  Board games at Jane's house were fun too.  Clearly we need to get together more often. 
• The downside of the evening was the horrid service at The Mongolie Grill.  I realize that you pick the food yourself, and then take it to be cooked, and then they bring it out to you.  But seriously, why in hell did it take 45 minutes for the girl to bring my drink refill?  Or a half hour for my bill?  Come on.  Not only this, they also added a 15% gratuity to my bill because I was part of a big group.  I don't think that asking a 15% gratuity is rasonable at a restaurant where I create my own meal and only ask for a Coke and some soup.  But maybe that's just me. 
• I had my first Eggnog Latte of the year yesterday.  Heck yeah, I'm excited about that drink being back.
• I'm not, however, excited about the insane amounts of people in the stores this Christmas shopping season.  I'm planning on doing all of my shopping on Thursday afternoons and evenings.  Or after work at the pool, but NEVER on weekends. 
• Oilers.  They need to stop losing.  'Nuff said.
• Work is good, but man I'm busy.  Kids are good, for the most part, but I am gobsmacked by the insane amount of ignorance that I encounter on a daily basis.  I'll make a different blog to write about that, where no one will find it, and vent about it.  Kind of like Tucker Max's friend who teaches slow learners.  (I'd link to it, but TuckerMax.com is blocked by EPSB IT, and I don't know the link off the top of my head.)
• Going to see Half Nelson on Thursday with Cyd (from the pool).  Absolutely cannot wait for that one.  If you're interested, it's at The Princess at 7pm.  Join us if you want. 

That's it for now.  I'll try to be slightly more regular in the future.