Trace on June 30th, 2009

The robot uprising draws closer. Today I read this article about a carnivorous clock that can generate it’s energy needs by devouring flies.  With this new skill set, the robots will have motivation to harvest us for their fueling needs.

This is just another step closer to what will ultimately become our downfall. Here’s a link to a book that you can buy to help you along the way.

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Trace on June 24th, 2009

I’m very proud of myself.

That’s right, I said it.

I’m very proud of the fact that I am giving my time and effort to a worthy cause.

I have been spending two nights a week as a volunteer coach at the local YMCA.  I am coaching a youth soccer team.   The kids are great.  They are really learning a lot about soccer and life in general.  It’s been great fun getting to know all of my players on a personal level.

One lesson that I have learned is that these kids have dreams and goals just like any ordinary youth would have.  There is no reason that one’s circumstances should dictate what you get out of life.

I know I’m getting a lot out of this experience.

Click here to see the team picture.

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Trace on June 16th, 2009

And it’s freakin’ hot.  Tomorrow’s forecast high is 100, and I love it.  Man I hate Winter.  I don’t care how hot my car seat is in August, I still hate Winter.  I love going to the pool.  I love it when the sun doesn’t go down until it’s time for the kids to go to bed.  I love playing beach volleyball.  Summer RULES!

Here’s some recent pool pics of the boys and Blinda.  Oh yeah, this round of pictures features a special guest… Our nephew, Noah.  Last Summer he came to see us, and wouldn’t go in water deeper than his ankles.  This year, he’s loving the pool and playing with Brett.

Afternoon at the LTF pool
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Trace on June 11th, 2009

Austin, TX - Josh Granger lost an hour of his life yesterday as he tried to explain the difference between memory and hard drive space to his mother Cynthia Granger. The discussion started when Cynthia asked, “Will I have enough memory if I install this family tree maker software?”

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Trace on June 3rd, 2009

We had our house painted recently.  Here’s the before and after pictures.

House Painting Before, During, and After
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