tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-62134376462948530962024-03-14T12:11:29.559-05:00Mysteries of LifeWhere I write about running, Home Ownership, DIY projects, raising twins, and other Mysteries of LifeIcarushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10281923011888879081noreply@blogger.comBlogger861125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6213437646294853096.post-4777538804006259312024-03-05T14:01:00.061-06:002024-03-05T14:01:00.177-06:00Voting Against my best interestFor some reason, this story from deep within my memory banks rose to the surface recently. One semester at NMSU, I was in a Differential Equations class. This was a class that was mostly comprised of Physics Majors like my friend B-Gill, and Engineering Majors like myself. There might have been a math major or two, although I don't think it was a requirement.Anyway, the Prof decided Icarushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10281923011888879081noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6213437646294853096.post-73514937994396283592024-03-05T14:00:00.010-06:002024-03-05T14:00:00.175-06:00The Polish CalculusThis beats any Chem TestIn the Spring Semester of my freshmen year at NMSU, I had a solid B going into my Chemistry Final Exam. As long as I got a few questions right, I would get a grade of B for the semester. To get an A, however, I would need to have scored 46 out of 50*.It was a three-hour test and only the TA was there. On the first pass, I answered all the easy, soft Icarushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10281923011888879081noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6213437646294853096.post-4803190003584164912024-02-26T11:10:00.001-06:002024-02-26T11:10:30.963-06:00Back to the Beginning On Friday I got a phone call from the agency that "represents" me on my contract gig at No-Name Software Company Adjacent Company.They told me that No-Name Software Company Adjacent Company is not renewing my contract and that my last day would be Feb 26th. While I'm not terribly upset that it ended, I wish it had gone on longer so I could use the Icarushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10281923011888879081noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6213437646294853096.post-83161249086527428312024-02-12T12:03:00.000-06:002024-03-04T12:03:44.129-06:002024 Bears Playoff Prediction: early, optimistic editionEven the Experts don't get it rightNow that the Super Bowl is over, we can turn our thoughts to next season. A lot depends on what the Bears do and I have a decision to make.I believe the Bears should stick with Justin Fields. My theory is that each play a coach calls has a certain percentage of success based on practice and live games. I believe the coaches willfully have been Icarushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10281923011888879081noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6213437646294853096.post-65549744570260377102024-01-29T14:38:00.004-06:002024-01-29T14:38:52.830-06:00Orange Shrimp with FettuccineSometime in the 90s, someone gave me a cookbook with different pasta dishes. This is one of the first grown-up dishes I used to make and it was my go-to for trying to impress a lady. It took many iterations before I ever made it with all the correct ingredients. For one thing, Shrimp was usually expensive, though I was probably being cheap versus budget-conscious. I’dIcarushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10281923011888879081noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6213437646294853096.post-67762912064262949952024-01-23T09:52:00.010-06:002024-01-25T08:58:04.621-06:00How snow fall can snowball in a Mid-South cityBecause of holidays and snow days, my kids have been out of school more days than they have been in school so far this year.It's understandable why they didn't have school yesterday as the snow was finally melting. Not having it today is a questionable decision. I get that they had to make it based on how conditions looked at 8 pm last night. They couldn't count on the snow and Icarushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10281923011888879081noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6213437646294853096.post-76130828798947906842024-01-23T08:58:00.018-06:002024-01-29T14:07:02.508-06:00We now have Ice When we moved in here in August 2021, after purchasing the home from Nightingale's parents, we knew that the refrigerator ice maker was wonky. It would occasionally overfreeze and you had to use a hair dryer to melt it. MIL had actually bought a replacement part but never got around to installing it herself because of limited bandwidth.We put up with it though it became Icarushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10281923011888879081noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6213437646294853096.post-60893329186093940692024-01-17T12:50:00.002-06:002024-01-17T12:50:36.750-06:00January is the longest month For those keeping track at home, our kids were on break from school since Dec X. They went back on January 4th for two days. Then we kept them home that Monday because of COVID. We sent them back but this week they were off on Monday for MLK Day. But since Mississippi experienced more snowfall (8 inches) and colder weather (zero degrees) than usual, school was closedIcarushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10281923011888879081noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6213437646294853096.post-47466535739520884772024-01-12T09:01:00.005-06:002024-01-12T09:01:51.703-06:00Refresh Your Living Space with These Effortless and Impactful Tips by Colleen StewartFeeling like your home could use a little
revamping? You're in luck because giving your living space a fresh new look
doesn't have to mean a complete overhaul. In this article from Mysteries
of Life, we delve into practical and
creative ways to rejuvenate your home environment. Discover how simple changes,
from reviving old furniture to making strategic decor updates, can
Icarushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10281923011888879081noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6213437646294853096.post-20490065779714513652024-01-08T08:58:00.007-06:002024-01-14T12:12:28.913-06:00Bears 2024 Opponents Here are the Bears' regular season opponents for the 2024 season. (There is no meaning to the order.)Two games each NFC North opponent: Detroit Lions, Green Bay Packers, Minnesota VikingsNFC West: vs. Los Angeles Rams, Seattle Seahawks / at Arizona Cardinals, at SF 49ersAFC South: vs. Tennessee Titans, Jacksonville Jaguars / at Houston Texans, at Indianapolis ColtsNFC South: vs Carolina Icarushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10281923011888879081noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6213437646294853096.post-19832917911770081982024-01-08T08:22:00.015-06:002024-01-12T08:58:27.357-06:002023 Bears: It's Over, thank God The Chicago Bears have now finished their 2013 season with a record of 7 - 10. So this is a final check-in with my with my 2023 predictions.Thus my record is 11-6. Much better than the Bears 7 -10. I guess it says something that they were technically in the playoff hunt until Week 17 but it was over when they blew the double-digit lead against the Browns in&Icarushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10281923011888879081noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6213437646294853096.post-36688177894233502872024-01-01T12:41:00.011-06:002024-01-12T08:57:12.269-06:00Welcome 2024 Happy New Year all.Whereas 2023 started off on a bad foot and only improved recently, 2024 is looking cautiously optimistic. I have a job that seems like it has the potential to open doors that have been shut and I can pivot to a new skillset.It is only a matter of time before I run into No-Name Software industry colleagues who don't think highly of me or have had bad experiences.At Icarushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10281923011888879081noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6213437646294853096.post-67135252929625084332023-12-18T14:30:00.000-06:002024-01-12T09:05:08.966-06:00Nice Try Thoughlast week my in-laws gave us their tickets to the Trans-Siberian Orchestra. It was a date night but because it was last minute, so many things went wrong.The good: loved the pyro-techno part.|The Bad: some of the slow songs (something about a train) were boring.The Ugly: after the "Christmas story" was over, the lead came out and said "I know it's a school night but we are gonna play Icarushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10281923011888879081noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6213437646294853096.post-38052636805070169862023-12-12T12:02:00.005-06:002023-12-12T12:02:34.196-06:002023 Bears Predication Update: Need Some Help The Chicago Bears have now played 13 games and before going to a 17-game season, this would be the last quarter of the season, so I'm gonna check in with my 2023 predictions.The Asterik games are games I didn't make a prediction but did lean a certain way. so I'm going to count them at face valueThus my record is 8-5, the opposite of the Bears' Win-Loss record (5-8). Icarushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10281923011888879081noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6213437646294853096.post-67986919724007763142023-12-01T14:44:00.004-06:002023-12-08T09:18:19.336-06:00first full week at the New Contract GigThis is my first full week at the New Contract Gig. I started the Wednesday before Thanksgiving and worked was online the three days before Thanksgiving. And my official start date might have been even earlier because onboarding as a contractor is messy.On the positive side, this is probably the best time to come aboard because things are winding down on most people's calendars and Icarushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10281923011888879081noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6213437646294853096.post-46758524792157591692023-11-30T06:00:00.017-06:002023-11-30T06:00:00.140-06:00Live Life With Confidence Using These MethodsAre you struggling to achieve your goals while feeling like something is holding you back? It's a common problem these days as people struggle with building enough confidence to go after the things they really want in life. Fortunately, there are plenty of things that can help invigorate your confidence and set you on the right path. Today, the Mysteries of Life shares some practical Icarushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10281923011888879081noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6213437646294853096.post-74313996860099978112023-11-01T10:54:00.002-05:002023-11-01T10:54:26.229-05:002023 Bears Predication Update: Not promisingThe Chicago Bears have played 8 games and before going to a 17-game season, this would be the midpoint so I'm gonna check in with my 2023 predictions.The Asterik games are games I didn't technically make a prediction but did lean a certain way. so I'm going to count them at face value.Thus my record is 4-4. Do the Bears still have a chance? Mathematically, sure. Icarushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10281923011888879081noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6213437646294853096.post-22830351747992869452023-11-01T06:36:00.001-05:002023-11-01T06:36:00.144-05:00Crafting Your Home Oasis: Balancing Comfort and Productivityby Colleen Stewart
In
the rapidly evolving landscape of remote work and personal responsibilities,
the quest for a harmonious living and working environment has never been more
pressing. Achieving a seamless blend of comfort and productivity within your
home is no longer a luxury — it's a necessity. This article from Mysteries of Life guides you through the essentials of creating a balanced Icarushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10281923011888879081noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6213437646294853096.post-68085818993326971062023-10-31T10:32:00.001-05:002023-10-31T10:32:05.132-05:00 Happy Halloween 2023for those who celebrate. Back in Chicago, it was rare that Halloween -- or the Halloween season once Halloween became more of an adult holiday -- had good weather. As a kid, I recall many a Halloween where I had to wear a coat over my costume. Well, it looks like the South is trying to make me feel at home. We had great weather last week, and last weekendIcarushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10281923011888879081noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6213437646294853096.post-14475856018229943652023-10-18T10:19:00.003-05:002023-10-18T10:19:22.564-05:00 Today's Southern Town DramaEvery Wednesday I have to take Boris to his OT at 8 am. I've worked out that I need to leave here by 7:50 to comfortably be in the parking lot waiting for the therapist who walks to the car by 8:03 (this is their protocol, although now we can go into the building if we desire).While I'm doing that, Grandpa Cartwright is taking Natasha to school. He does this every Wednesday unless we Icarushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10281923011888879081noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6213437646294853096.post-25602664383718041412023-10-12T11:30:00.002-05:002024-01-12T10:25:02.667-06:00The offer I'm writing these entries as they happen and as I have time to jot things down but I may not publish until months from now (or ever). Note: This post was written when the events were still fresh. I waited for a while to post this because I didn’t want to risk my job-hunting efforts.I heard back from the recruiter today. They want to offer me a contract position that Icarushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10281923011888879081noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6213437646294853096.post-7375590649263836502023-10-06T13:31:00.009-05:002023-12-05T10:59:03.798-06:00Third and final Interview I'm writing these entries as they happen and as I have time to jot things down but I may not publish until months from now (or ever). Note: This post was written when the events were still fresh. I waited for a while to post this because I didn’t want to risk my job-hunting efforts.|The 3rd interview with No-Name Software Company Adjacent Company came and went.&Icarushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10281923011888879081noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6213437646294853096.post-8605288664802944632023-10-05T11:26:00.012-05:002023-12-05T10:59:21.987-06:00The Second Interview I'm writing these entries as they happen and as I have time to jot things down but I may not publish until months from now (or ever). Note: This post was written when the events were still fresh. I waited for a while to post this because I didn’t want to risk my job-hunting efforts.So the 2nd interview with No-Name Software Company Adjacent Company came and went. Icarushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10281923011888879081noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6213437646294853096.post-32212942218820252772023-10-01T13:49:00.039-05:002023-10-12T10:35:44.558-05:00Every Movie In The Halloween Series, RankedWhile going down an Internet Rabbit hole, I came across this piece by Alexandra Ramos: Halloween: Every Movie In The Horror Series, RankedI'm delighted to find a writer who is into Horror and Sci-Fi as much as I am since it seems the two genres rarely cross (and please don't bring up Jason X).Halloween Movie Source, the Halloween fanboy I follow on Twitter (@sourcehalloween) often asks Icarushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10281923011888879081noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6213437646294853096.post-1795118706730363132023-09-29T10:26:00.003-05:002023-09-29T10:26:31.490-05:00Today on Facebook If you don't want to pay the fee to go to the highest floor of the Hancock, a hack was to go to the Signature Room and order a drink, appetizer, or whatever. You got the same view and at least something for your money. An employee told me that the best time to go is just before Sunset, he swore you could see ghosts floating around ChicagoHedge (we didn't call it that then). Icarushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10281923011888879081noreply@blogger.com0