Is This The Real Life?

Wow . . .

I really messed up . . .

All the moving and stuff made me lose track of time.

I can't remember everything that happened in the last 19 days (broke my resolution) but here's a recap.

I had a birthday. I got Powertools. I spent it aone except for when I went to Adam's. Had ice cream cake for dessert.

Shael and I saw Clone Wars the 15th.

Started work on the entertainment center. Got all the slatwork done. Just need to cut grooves in everything. It's going to be awesome.

Shael and Mom helped me move up the 21st.

I cleaned and unpacked on the 22nd.

Rode my bike to Medieval fair auditions on the 23rd and 24th. I got the main lead role of Lancelot. I get 5 fights and 2 melees including starting a melee and being the final fight of the show.

25th was first day of classes. My Chem, Calc, and Public Speaking teachers are awesme. My Bioo teachers are supreme geeks.

Tried for jobs but haven't gotten any.

Shael comes up Friday and after practice on Saturday I'm heading home to hopefully pick up my car and get a job somewhere like Magnum Wood, Lowe's, or Home Depot.

That's right, my car still isn't fixed 20 days later . . .

Quote for August 31st, 2008:
"When you make a mistake, don't look back at it long. Take the reason of the thing into your mind and then look forward. Mistakes are lessons of wisdom. The past cannot be changed. The future is yet in your power. "
-Hugh White

Woke up with Shael and headed to Walmart to drop off her birth control prescription.

We got to my house and unloaded all the stuff and read some manga together. I went to leave to meet my grandma but the car broke down and started smoking. I pushed it .66 miles back to the house . . .

Grandma picked me up and we tried getting lunch at two places, both were closed, before having lunch at Twin Dolphin. Got $50 for my birthday, also got some stuff from a cousin for the apartment.

Quote for August 11th, 2008:
"By persisting in your path, though you forfeit the little, you gain the great.:
-Raplh Waldo Emerson

Woke up early this morning and headed to Roaring Forks for breakfast. Headed back to Fort Wilderness and checked in at the Triple-D Corral. We got on our horses around 830 and started out around 845. I was on Riley and Shael was on Bugsy. The ride was nice and nothing bad happened.

We went back to camp and packed everything up. Checked out and headed to Fantasia Mini-Golf. My only hole-in-ones were on the first and last hole. I scored 50 and Shael 52 for a par 53. Not bad since she hasn't played for years.

We shared a Minute Maid Frozen Lemonade before heading to Planet Hollywood. Lunch was delicious. We headed up and Down Downtown Disney looking in the shops and stuff. Got a nice frame for our picture.

Headed to th Carribbean resoprt to use our last snack option. Ended up playing in the arcade for 90 minutes. We beat Jurassic park III.

We hit the road aroun 630 and stopped off for dinner at 715. We ate at the originally planned Steak N Shake and stopped for some lotto tickets and Bingo tickets. I ended up winning $17 on the Bingo ticket.

We drove the rest of the way home and got home around 10. We checked the listings and saw Shael's books went for 127.50. not bad . . .

Quote for August 10th, 2008:
"Nearly every man who develops an idea works at it up to the point where it looks impossible, and then gets discouraged. That's not the place to become discouraged."
-Thomas A. Edison

Woke up this morning early and got all dressed. Went to the Roaring Forks again for breakfast. Used the meal plan and got free breakfast.

Headed to the Magic Kingdom and ended up parking and leaving from the Polynesian due to poor planning. Got in the park at 910 and immediately stopped and got pictures in front of the Cinderella's Castle.

Got on to Splash Mountain by walking through. Got onto Big Thunder Railroad by walking on. On the way to Space Mountain we got a few more pictures taken. Hit Space Mountain in a 15 minute wait. All that before 10. Spent the rest of the day hitting rides at leisure with no rush. Next was Buzz Lightyear, I killed Shel . . .

We hit Carrousel of Progress and the TTA before heading over to the Spinning Teacups. Got some great pictures and video on that.

We checked in at Cinderella's Royal Table around 1145. After a little wait we got to enter the castle. After having our picture taken with Cinderella we were seated at the best table in the house; dead center on the nack window at a two-person table. Perfect!

The Chef came to the table and talked to Shael about her allergy options. Started with a great appetizer plate. Shael got a pork tenderloin meal and I had a patsy like dish. When we started eating when the princesses arrived. Shael took pictures with Snow White, Belle, Jasmine, and Aurora. They delivered the package around dessert time. Shael had some Sorbet and I had a chocolate ice cream/cake thing.

After we left the castle we started our rounds of the park. Went to the Haunted Mansion before going and seeing the Tiki Room. Saw the Hall of Presidents and then watched the Country Bear Jamboree. Got FastPasses for the Jungle Cruise ride and saw the Swiss Family Robinson Tree and hit the Disney Railroad. there are some interesting sights on the railroad I didn't remember. After we got off we headed to Jungle Cruise and Walked right on. Got an ice cream snack afterwards and headed to Tom Sawyer Island. After exploring the entire island and scaring Shael witless twice, we headed to Fantasy land. Saw PhilharMagic before riding the Caroussel. Went to Tomorrowland and saw Monsters Inc. Laugh Floor.

We headed to the entrance and picked up our free photo courtesy of the package. We got to the Polynesian and changed into our dress clothes for dinner.

We checked in on time at 850 and headed up to the California Grill. We were seated in the Wine room entirely away from the Magic Kingdom. We did see the Light Parade on the lake though. The Chef came out agina and we ordered. We both got a Filet Mignon with a Teriyaki Sauce and over Carribean Sweet Potates. The potatoes were delicious. The steak was superb. After we finished dinner we left to the observation deck. At 10 they launched the fireworks and pumped the sound through the speakers. Absolutely amazing; the best way to watch the fireworks of the Magic Kingdom. We went inside for dessert; I had a Banana and Butterscotch Custard. Shael had some Passionfruit Sorbet. Never have I tasted such wonderful desserts. We used the meal plan to cover the $113 bill minus tip.

Headed back to the tent for the end of a perfect night . . .

Quote for August 9th, 2008:
"When you come to the end of your rope, tie a knot and hang on."
-Franklin D. Roosevelt

Happy Birthday Adam!

Yay Olympics!

YAY DISNEY!!!!!!!

Shael got me at like 930 and we were out the door by 1030. We were going to get lunch at Steak N Shake but missed it by about 27 miles. Checked in. Made horse-riding reseravtions for Sunday. Got to the site and set up camp. Our stomachs were ravaging so we headed early to Wilderness lodge and had lunch at the Roaring Forks cafeteria. After lunch we went down for the Sea raycers but it was all rainy. So we explored a little more and played in the arcade. Around 345 we went down and got in the boat.

We spent about 75 minutes on Bay Lake and the Seven Seas Lagoon and thanks to a voucher in the package we got $30 off. We were soaked due to a few poor decisions but grabbed some towels from the pool and dried off a little. We had dinner at the Whispering Canyon Cafe. I ate so much I felt sick and had to leave while Shael paid the bill.

It was raining so we didn't get to see the sing-a-long and movie . . .

Quote for August 8th, 2008:
"Great works are performed not by strength, but by perseverance."
-Samuel Johnson

Wentout today with Mom. Went to Crowder's to get supplies for the lamps and some supplies. Had Taco Bell for lunch. We started the day by running to Family Dollar and getting two more slip covers. Ran to Joa-Ann's and got some fabric for couch pillows and the edge of the bed.

Went to the mall and got my haircut. Had the same birthday as my hairstylist.

Went home and put together the lamps. They use pennies as counterweights. They look awesome and work amazingly.

Next we started on my hair. After about 2 hours and a shower I had my new hair. It seems a little too blond but I think it will wear down in a few days.

Disney tomorrow . . .

Quote for August 7th, 2008:
"Austere perseverance, hash and continuous... rarely fails of its purpose, for its silent power grows irresistible greater with time."
-Johann Wolfgang Von Goethe

Started today early by getting everything packed. Ran by Shael's house and picked up the couch, sofa, and armoire.

When we got back we drained the water bed and got everything loaded onto the trailer. We then carted it up to Gainesville and unloaded it once we got my apartment. We arranged everything. Mom did the bathroom and couches while Dad and i did the waterbed. The tables fit perfectly and the rugs were perfect fits.

The apartment is huge. I'll putup pics soon . . .

Quote for August 6th, 2008:
"Plenty of men can do good work for a spurt and with immediate promotion in mind, but for promotion you want a man in whom good work has become a habit."
-Henry L. Doherty

Woke up this morning with my mate . . .

Went to Lowes and returned some parts I didn't need. Picked up some stain and some brushes. Went back to the house and realized we were hungry. Ran out to McDonald's for lunch. After lunch we started on the tables. Took about 3 hours but we finished. lazed around a little until Shael had to go to work.

Dad got home and didn't like the tables because the stain looked like paint. I kinda agree. I started and finished the second coat.

Quote for August 5th, 2008"
-In the fell clutch of circumstance, I have not winced nor cried aloud: Under the bludgeoning of chance my head is bloody, but unbowed."
-William Ernest Henley

HAPPY 2 YEARS TO SHAEL AND I!!!!!!!!!!

Gave Shael her present last night at midnight. She loved it. It's a blue glass and silver pendant which I designed with a matching silver necklace.

I got a book about Us which we're going to fill out together and a nice set of Sushi plates for dining. After filling out a few answers we went to bed.

Woke up around 9 and snuggled a little before getting all nicely dressed and heading to Jungle Gardens after stopping by the post office and Wal-mart.

Spent all day at Jungle Gardens. It's such a nice little relaxing place. Not extravagant, but just enough to entertain for a while.

Went to Columbia around 430 and had dinner. Same as last year's meal, just as delicious. Left around 6 and headed to Main Street. Caught a showing of Step Brothers. Twice I was dragged to tears because it was so funny. Awesome!

Went home and filled out a few more answers.

Quote for August 4th, 2008:
"History has demonstrated that the most notable winners usually encountered heartbreaking obstacles before they triumphed. They won because they refused to become discouraged by their defeats."
-B. C. Forbes

Woke up today and didn't feel sore at all. Went straight to work on the table. I started the cutting around 11 and finished assembly around 5. 6 hours and another table is complete.

Went to Shael's house after she got off work. So close . . .

Quote for August 3rd, 2008:
"The rewards for those who persevere far exceed the pain that must precede the victory."
-Ted W. Engstrom

Woke up early this morning and got ready for the triathalon.

We got to the corral at about 6. Dropped off the bike and set up our areas. Got ready and headed to the water around 730. Swam for a few minutes before lining up at the start.

Bang! We started and Dad and I started in the back so as not to upset anybody. We did horribly. About 100 meters in and I was dog-paddling. I was 3rd from last and Dad was 4th from last until I passed him with about 50 meters to go. we came out of the water at the same time. 14:48 of swimming . . .

Hit the bike after a 3:10 transfer and took off. 8 miles in a lil over 26 minutes. 17.5 miles/hr is really good on a mountain bike . . .

Took off running after the first mile/lap I realized I forgot my nu7mbers and had to run to get them. Took a minute or more of of my time. Got back in and sprinted to the end. Total time 1:05:01. Average of a 6:20 mile. I lost to the only other guy in my category by 13 seconds. If only I hadn't forgot that belt. I was pretty streamlined in that singlet though . . .

Drew a plan on the way up for Donna's landscaping. Got home and spent the afternoon working on the design some more.

Quote for August 2nd, 2008:
"Women wish to be loved not because they are pretty, or good, or well bred, or graceful, or intelligent, but because they are themselves."
-Henri Frederic Amiel

Woke up today with my lover and cuddled a bit. When she went to work I left and stopped by Lowes and got another board i needed.

Came home and went online and took care of some business, watched some anime, read some manga. Yeah, that's how I do . . .

Dad got home and we took off for Englewood to check in for the triathalon. Went through a first-timer's clinic. This should be an intersting race if I don't drown at 200 meters . . .

After check-in Dad and I went to a little seafood place called the Seabreeze Cafe and I had French Onion Soup and a Scallop appetizers.

Quote for August 1st, 2008:
"Even if you fall on your face, you're still moving forward."
-Robert C. Gallagher

Wow sales are doing well . . .

Got up at 6 this morning and headed to Shael's around 645. Got there and spent about 3 hours working on the lawn. We got the entire area flattened and Razed.

Went to Circuit City to get the harness for the speakers. Went to Taco Bell.

Went home and relaxed a little before going to install the speakers. Got the door off in a matter of minutes this time. unplugged the old speaker. plugged in the new one and SHIT! they don't fit by far. We soon found out they called for a 6-3/4 OVERSIZED instead of a 6.5". The speaker fit guide was wrong online for both speaker sizes.

We went to Circuit city and they didn't have whatr we needed. Went to Mad Marks and they cut out a bracket for it in like 20minutes. $35 later . . .

We go back and installed the speakers and they are loud. Evanescence makes the entire door shake and all the mirrors bounce. A fun system to say the least. Go Pioneer speakers and stereo.

Loaded everything in Shael's car and headed down to Cape Coral around 230. Got down around 430 after listening to a lot of music and blaring it while eating Sour gummi patch kids. The owl was out. They are so damn adorable . . .

They took us out to dinner at a nice chinese buffet. The sushi was actually pretty decent for bnuffet style.

Went back to their house and watched Animal planet. Shael's mom wants me to work on a design for their yard to increase the curb appeal. I has an excited . . .

Went back to the house and pretty much vegged out . . .

Quote for July 31st, 2008:
"Smooth seas do not make skillful sailors."
-African Proverb

Shael came to the house around 9.

We worked on the table nailing and screwing it together and such. We finished around noon. I am so proud of it. I designed it from scratch and built it from scratch and there it is, sturdy as a rock.

Shael and I started on the other table. Got about 75% of the cutting done. Just a little bit more left on that one.

Shael left for work and it began raining so i had to stop for the day. Watched the freestyle wrestling championships.

Quote for July 30th, 2008:
"The bravest sight in the world is to see a great man struggling against adversity."
-Seneca

Woke up at like1230. 13 hours of sleep after 35 straight hours awake . . .

Showered and went out on the town with Mom. We started at Lowes and managed to find a nice shower curtain which more or less held the palette of the bathroom. Next we headed off to Beall's Outlet and managed to find a tray for carrying plates and a few vases we intend to turn into lamps. Had lunch at Arby's.

We then got in the car and went up to K-Mart. We managed to get some towels there, place mats, a vaccuum, and a hamper. Got in the car again and started by stopping offf at Family Dollar and getting two throw blankets to cover the couches. Went to Lowes again and picked up some lighting kits, a rug set, some lampshades, some finials, and a wastebasket for the bathroom.

Last was Target where we picked up a bathroom set that matched the wastebasket exactly, the dinnerware set Shael and I really like, some silverware, Mom got Shael a B-day present, and a rug for the bathroom as well as some drinking glasses.

Went home and had a relaxing night with the family.

Quote for July 29th, 2008:
"The good things of prosperity are to be wished; but the good things that belong to adversity are to be admired."
-Seneca

Didn't sleep at all last night. Went to get Shael at Goodyear's at 9. She had to get something else fixed. We went back and relaxed at the house until lunch time when we went and got some Tace Bell before picking up the car. Ordered the speaker harness for the car.

We went to see The Hulk at the dollar theater afterwards. Installed the rear speakers in the PT Cruiser. Easy except for the crazy angled bolt . . .

One of the old speakers wasn't even working so when we installed the new speaker, the sound was intense. Tried to do the front but couldn't figure out how to do the door.

Had soup and rice for dinner and watched Robin Hood. I love our Disney movie nights . . .

Went home when she had to pick her Dad up from the airport.

Quote for July 28th, 2008:
"Fire is the test of gold; adversity, of strong men."
-Seneca

Woke up late today and basically did nothing all day. Took care of some business.

Stayed up all night and read and finished Satan 666.

Quote for July 27th, 2008:
"It is a painful thing to look at your own trouble and know that you yourself and no one else has made it."
-Sophocles

Woke up this morning very, very sore.

Spent some time working on the table with Dad. We managed to put in the biscuits so that the table tops are done. I also learned how to use a nail gun and put the legs together.

Spent the rest of the time trying to sand down everything so they'd be ready for staining.

Went out with the family to Cracker barrel for dinner.

Quote for July 26th, 2008:
"Life is full of obstacle illusions."
-Dentist Sign on SR70

Woke up eearly with Shael and spent some time working on listings. We opened a PayPal account for Shael.

She went to work and I went home to do some business and finish up on the listings.

Dad came so we got in the car and headed to Picnic Island. Major backups.

Haven't run for 2 months since the May 30th race. I finished a minute slower and 44 places lower. It was sad . . .

Quote for July 25th, 2008:
"e mediocre teacher tells. The good teacher explains. The superior teacher strates. The great teacher inspires."
-William Arthur Ward

Woke up at 6 am and ate brekfast. Got in the car and drove to Goodyear to pick up baby. The back tires needed to be changed. We went back to her house cause she needed to finish a paper.

Shael went to her last day of class and I wasted time online. Shael got back and we went to Taco Bell for lunch. Gave Shael the rest of my cash to help with the cost of the tires . . .

Apparently we need to do some more work on the tires since they broke off a few welded on lugbolts . . .

Spent the day working on eBay listings for Shael. Ran to Publix real quick for soup, Coke, and ice cream. Made some soup and watched Cinderella.

Watched some TV and worked a little more on the listings . . .

Quote for July 24th, 2008:
"Patience and perseverance have a magical affect before which difficulties disappear and obstacles vanish."
-John Quincy Adams