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Here we go!

Martin — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 15:25:55 +0000

Just in case you didn’t know, the mighty Pittsburgh Steelers defeated the somewhat tough but ultimately beatable Jacksonville Jaguars last night. Big Ben and Hines Ward rule, click here for a small example.

Shark attack!

Martin — Tue, 23 Sep 2008 23:54:58 +0000

Tyler’s soccer season started recently, click the picture for shots from the fearsome Shark’s first game. (Also included are some random pictures of our animals and our friend Rachael’s new puppy.)

Blam! Blam!

Martin — Sun, 24 Aug 2008 02:19:16 +0000

So I was trying to think of something to do with Tyler today while Monica went to her scrapbooking thing… I have been telling Tyler stories about my fabled shooting abilities for years and decided we would go to the gun range, as Ty had never shot before.

When we get there I learned this is still a great country, as you don’t even have to fill out a form, just hand over your driver’s license and they’ll hand you and your 14 year old son a weapon and boxes of ammo, no problem. They had just about every handgun I could think of, but since this was Tyler’s first time I wanted to get something reasonable. I finally settled on a .357 magnum. It’s a ridiculously overpowered gun, but it’s heavy which makes it easy to aim.

Pics show how we made out, two of the targets are from 50 feet, and Tyler is a natural.

My niece and nephew go into business.

Martin — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 21:11:03 +0000

The following email was sent to me today from my brother Rick:

Anthony and Madelyn are currrently having their first ever lemondade stand. They have a little table and chairs; a nice sign (Lemonade, 25 cents); and Madelyn has been yelling “lemonade for sale” for about two hours to every car and every person she sees.

They have made over 15 dollars so far!

The best part: I have watched two transactions so far. Both times a dollar was given to Anthony; and he gave them a cup or two of lemonade. No change was offered.

When I asked him about it he said; “its okay, they didn’t want the change”.

I explained to him that it is customery to offer the change.

Anthony disagreed, saying “if they want the change, they should ask”.

Madelyn is in full agreement with Anthony on this.

I don’t know if they will have any repeat customers.

Del Sol detailed and ready to sell.

Martin — Sun, 17 Aug 2008 23:23:52 +0000

Update, the Del Sol is sold, being picked up tomorrow.

After pics:

Del Sol before detailing…

Martin — Sun, 17 Aug 2008 23:19:52 +0000

So, I had the Honda detailed to get ready to sell. Some before pics:

I first wanted one when I was about 13…

Martin — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 01:34:17 +0000

As most of the people I talk to regularly know, I’ve had corvettes on the brain for a few years now. Since I was a kid I’ve wanted to have one, and now I finally do! I have been trying to talk myself out of it recently, because they are sometimes trouble prone and can be expensive to maintain, but my wife actually talked me into it. Monica wants me to be happy, and she is so very tired of looking at pictures of Corvettes, hearing stories about Corvettes, hearing me mumble in my sleep about Corvettes, etc. For the record, I bought a 1996, which is the last year they made the C4 model. It’s has an LT1 engine, conservatively rated at around 300hp. Granted, it’s a ridiculous car, it’s too fast, costs too much to own, uses too much gas, and I hereby thank Monica for practically forcing me to buy it. :) Click the below pic to see more.

Philly - the quick in and out…

Martin — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 21:39:53 +0000

I flew into Philly Monday, flew out Wednesday, on a trip for work. While I was there I got to see almost everyone, click the pic!

The Top Ten Horrific Movie Moments

Martin — Mon, 14 Jul 2008 18:39:37 +0000

Chico has the life of Riley…

Martin — Sat, 05 Jul 2008 21:24:28 +0000

Click the pic:

10 Things You Can Like About $4 Gas

Martin — Wed, 02 Jul 2008 16:22:52 +0000

Top Movies with Twist Endings… posted by Jill

beano — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 20:49:45 +0000

Here’s a good starting list…feel free to add on…

The improbable president…

Martin — Fri, 06 Jun 2008 15:39:25 +0000

I saw this poster for Oliver Stone’s upcoming movie, “W”, and just had to post it.

Allow me to share some of my favorites that did not make the poster:

“This is Preservation Month. I appreciate preservation. It’s what you do when you run for president. You gotta preserve.” - Speaking during “Perseverance Month” at Fairgrounds Elementary School in Nashua, NH (01-28-00)

“As you can possibly see, I have an injury myself - not here at the hospital, but in combat with a cedar tree. I eventually won. The cedar gave me a little scratch.” - After visiting with wounded veterans from the Amputee Care Center of Brooke Army Medical Center (01-01-06)

“It’s clearly a budget. It’s got lots of numbers in it.” - Quoted by Reuters (05-05-00)

And of course, “Rarely is the question asked ‘Is our children learning?’”

Democrats brainwashing of America Continues… by Rick Colello

colellor — Tue, 27 May 2008 19:00:17 +0000

I am sure you believe that George Bush and the Republicans only help the rich. How many times have you heard that all the tax cuts made by Bush are just for the rich? So much that you believe it? Maybe the below facts will enlighten you. By the way, can anyone tell me anything that Hillary or Obama has done to make this country better? I know Bush sucks, Bush is Evil, you may be right. But has Hillary or Obama done anything as senators, or do they just have a good sales pitch that America wants to hear right now?

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The 64 Manliest Movies to date…

Martin — Fri, 16 May 2008 23:35:13 +0000

Use the comments section if you feel they missed any.