Rawr

Started out the day with a lovely trip to Valueland. I had to pick up some clothes for work. I haven't bought clothes for myself in 2 1/2 to 3 years. Really, I haven't bought anything for myself in that time. Anyway, I got three nice shirts that are dressy, but casual. Nothing but polo shirts though. I like the red striped one...

On my way home, I saw this sign. This is Jacob's boss' house. He had his ceramic dutch boy stolen...

He'll only see it in photographs sent to him in the mail where it has been traveling all over the world...

Mr. Gomez and I spend the evening bar hopping. Went to Captain Jacks, Lakeshore, then the Blue Note. Saw some awesome people and had a good time.

That was followed up by a small pool party at someone's house. Lemon shots and pretty girls. I can live with that...

Tomorrow is the last Piston's game. They are tied 3 - 3 with winner take all. Can the Piston's win two in a row in San Antonio or are the defending champions going home in defeat? Oh the drama. This is where the magic happens. So, I will be at Mike's awaiting glory...

"If I Tell You It Better Not End Up On the Internet."

The dentist has turned into a futuristic wonderland. I haven't been to the dentist in three years and now there are computers everywhere. I went in for a teeth cleaning and didn't end up getting one. Although, I don't have any cavities. So, I had to schedule another appointment to clean my teeth and now have to think about removing my wisdom teeth as well. I will get a tooth whitening kit for free. They had to make impressions of my teeth and I almost puked on myself. This nasty pink strawberry flavored goo went down my throat and I gagged. I had to pull it out or I would have been a horrible site biking down McCracken.

I worked on Damanda's patio again today. The picture below shows the area we dug out.

We have the area all cleaned out and mostly level now. The next step is boxing it off and pouring the cement. There will be a pond and garden as well. It will look nice and I now have lifelong priviledges to it.

Damanda, Andrea, and I had dinner at BW3. They are good company and I hope that Andrea, Laurie, and I get to hang out on Friday. It should be a good time.

Piston's basketball game tonight and that means Mike's Inn. Oh, what? You didn't get the memo. Meeting tonight at Mike's Inn. Where the hell was everyone? The Piston's won and forced a game 7. It was exciting and there was very few of us hardcore folks celebrating. Look how quiet and lonely it looks... You bitches better be there Thursday for the back-to-back victory celebration followed by unnecessary, but very fun, celebratory riot.

Jacob and I went to Racquet's where it was just as lively. Had a bit of a heart-to-heart. Nothing is better than true friendship.

Rode my bike home and appreciated how nice it is to be home. How beautiful it is. How wonderful the people are. How relaxed the atmosphere is. And the possibilities I have for the future...

I have absolutely no plans for tomorrow. I need to keep the party going until July when I have to work. So, if you know of something going on we need to rock out.

"You'll Lose a Good Thing And That's One Thing I Know For Sure."

Where to begin... Damanda's (Cheswick's) mom is expanding the patio and requested my assistance. So, I did a lot of digging yesterday so we could put the concrete in later. We filled up a trailer and a half with topsoil and we're still not finished. For my services, I received as much Coors Light I could drink, a Brat dinner, $40, and a tab at DJ's. Not too shabby...

The rest of the night was DJ's playing pool and talking. That later moved to Mike's Inn. There was some dancing involved.

I wish I had some pictures from digging and DJ's, but oh well. So, it goes. These are nice though.

Well, I woke up way too early today for my job orientation. Here is a copy of my notes for the two hour session:

"Hours of work: 8:45 - 2:45"

It seems like it's going to be a good job. Transportation may be an issue since my ride (mom) ditched me for some reason and my replacement (dad) would have had to drop me off two hours early. He left me a note last night saying "Be ready by 7:10 AM," to which I replied, "Like Hell." So, I rode my bike as always. Hopefully, the school I will be working at isn't too far away from where I live. I guess I might be placed in at Steele Middle School...

I might just have to get a car no matter how little sense it makes to do so. It's a job, transit, and social issue. I hate being a mooch and saying you don't have a car to people in Michigan is the equivalent to saying "I like to give girls herpes." Buying a $5000 car plus paying $800 every six months for insurance, gas, title, plates, etc. for a $8 an hour temporary job just isn't reasonable. Plus, I might need a van or something for the tour in August. Then there is the fact that I hate owning cars because they are shitty and need as much, if not more, attention than a newborn. Cars...

I have to go to the dentist at 2:00. God, I have to go in as a new patient because I haven't been to the dentist in three years. Jesus how time flies. So, I have to do x-rays, consultation, check-up, cleaning, and I'm sure a lot of other bullshit. That should include talk about removing my wisdom teeth. Well, not this summer again asshole.

Tonight is the Piston's game and I'll be down at Mike's Inn probably. I say "probably" because I have been fairly inaccurate in saying that in the recent past. They are down 3 - 2 and will be playing in San Antonio. Piston's thrive on playing under pressure. We'll see. They only bring their "A" game when they are about to be eliminated...

Funeral Information

ROBARGE, MR. GEORGE A. MUSKEGON, MI Mr. George Robarge, age 82, passed away May 9, 2005. He was born November 18, 1922 in Muskegon MI. to Peter H. and Marie (Boucher) Robarge. He was a machinist for Muskegon Piston Ring for many years and was a member of UAW Local 480. Mr. Robarge married the former Marian Sangster in 1950 in Muskegon, MI.; she proceeded him in death in 1975. He was a member of St. Jean Baptiste Catholic Church, enjoyed his children and grandchildren, woodworking, creating gifts like furniture and cabinets, helping people, and had a very strong faith. Mr. Robarge is survived by his son George P. (Linda) Robarge of Farmington Hills, MI., two daughters Luanne (Kenneth) Kraus of Muskegon, MI., Cecile (Michael) Brown of Alto, MI.; sister Julia Trach of Muskegon, Mi., grandchildren George J. (Debbie) Robarge, Michael & Lisa Kraus, and Deanne & Eric Brown. He was preceded by death by his parents, brother Peter E. Robarge, and sister Celia Robarge who passed on April 19, 2005 and will be remembered at all services. FUNERAL MASS: Thursday 11:00 A.M. at St. Jean Baptiste Catholic Church. Rev. James Wyse officiating. Burial St. Mary’s. VISITATION: Wednesday 6-8 P.M. and one hour prior to Mass at the church. ROSARY: Wednesday evening 7:30 P.M. MEMORIALS: St. Jean’s Statue Restoration Fund or VNS Hospice. Envelopes will be available. call YOUNG FUNERAL HOME for more information at: 231-722-3873