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2.17.2008
1.23.2008
1.19.2008
1.15.2008
Packing
I have traveled a ton in my 33 years, but lately I have been traveling so much that I am getting really tired of packing.
A few tips I have figured out:
1. Pack the least amount of toiletries.
2. Always bring a Camera.
3. One carry on, unless you don't want to check your bags.
4. Put as much as you can in your suitcase, ie: laptop powercords, leatherman, crimpers, etc...
5. Pack diversely in the clothing department, but light.
7. Remember to leave room for the potential purchase for the return trip.
8. Take Airborne.
9. Dress comfortably for the plane.
10. Make sure to wiegh your bag before going to the airport.
I have traveled a ton in my 33 years, but lately I have been traveling so much that I am getting really tired of packing.
A few tips I have figured out:
1. Pack the least amount of toiletries.
2. Always bring a Camera.
3. One carry on, unless you don't want to check your bags.
4. Put as much as you can in your suitcase, ie: laptop powercords, leatherman, crimpers, etc...
5. Pack diversely in the clothing department, but light.
7. Remember to leave room for the potential purchase for the return trip.
8. Take Airborne.
9. Dress comfortably for the plane.
10. Make sure to wiegh your bag before going to the airport.
1.14.2008
Film: There Will Be Blood
If Daniel Day Lewis does not win an Oscar for his performance in this intense film, then I will know that the Academy Awards is truly rigged. He's a completely unredeemable character with an unstoppable greedy and competitive personality. However, I found it interesting that the characters who surround him end up reflecting the same characteristics that he does, except perhaps the son. The most fascinating part of the film is the relationship between the oil man, Daniel Plainview (Lewis) and the young clergyman, Eli Sunday. Both exhibit hypocrisy, greed, competition and a desire for power. The churh tries to use the oil man for his money, and the oil man uses the church for material gain. Some of the scenes between Daniel and Eli are so intense, they are hard to watch. Though the characters in the film may not find redemption, I do think that there is a lot to learn and ponder from watching the characters interact. For me, this is one of the best films that I have seen in a long time.
If Daniel Day Lewis does not win an Oscar for his performance in this intense film, then I will know that the Academy Awards is truly rigged. He's a completely unredeemable character with an unstoppable greedy and competitive personality. However, I found it interesting that the characters who surround him end up reflecting the same characteristics that he does, except perhaps the son. The most fascinating part of the film is the relationship between the oil man, Daniel Plainview (Lewis) and the young clergyman, Eli Sunday. Both exhibit hypocrisy, greed, competition and a desire for power. The churh tries to use the oil man for his money, and the oil man uses the church for material gain. Some of the scenes between Daniel and Eli are so intense, they are hard to watch. Though the characters in the film may not find redemption, I do think that there is a lot to learn and ponder from watching the characters interact. For me, this is one of the best films that I have seen in a long time.
1.11.2008
1.10.2008
Teal Scarf
Some of my favorite gifts are things that people have made me. I have this teal crocheted scarf that one veronicam knitted me a while ago. Its really skinny and long so I can wrap it a million times around my neck. It matches everything. I can wear it pretty much anytime I feel like it. I have worn it down to the perfect softness. It's almost like a security blanket.
I remember when she first gave it to me, she was a bit aplogetic about the length. "I'm sorry, I just kept going and I didn't realize how long it is. And If you don't like the color, I totally understand," she said to me before I had even unwrapped it.
Little did she know.
If I ever lose this scarf, I will be sad. And I will promptly text or twitter her to let her know that she better have some of that yarn stashed away because I will want her to make me another.
I think I shall make her a wedding present instead of buying one.
Some of my favorite gifts are things that people have made me. I have this teal crocheted scarf that one veronicam knitted me a while ago. Its really skinny and long so I can wrap it a million times around my neck. It matches everything. I can wear it pretty much anytime I feel like it. I have worn it down to the perfect softness. It's almost like a security blanket.
I remember when she first gave it to me, she was a bit aplogetic about the length. "I'm sorry, I just kept going and I didn't realize how long it is. And If you don't like the color, I totally understand," she said to me before I had even unwrapped it.
Little did she know.
If I ever lose this scarf, I will be sad. And I will promptly text or twitter her to let her know that she better have some of that yarn stashed away because I will want her to make me another.
I think I shall make her a wedding present instead of buying one.
1.09.2008
Coming Soon...
With my new title at work "Senior Technical Specialist," I have been challenged by my boss to have my own website: get a domain name, get it hosted and create a multi-funcionality blog using wordpress, learn CSS and design it myself instead of relying on blogger to do it all for me.
OK. Challenge on.
I wonder if I can get a raise out of this?
With my new title at work "Senior Technical Specialist," I have been challenged by my boss to have my own website: get a domain name, get it hosted and create a multi-funcionality blog using wordpress, learn CSS and design it myself instead of relying on blogger to do it all for me.
OK. Challenge on.
I wonder if I can get a raise out of this?
1.08.2008
Jen's Hip for 2008 List
1. Tea is the new coffee.
2. Twitter is the new Facebook
3. Mint.com is the new personal banker
4. Moleskine is the new spiral notebook
5. H&M is the new GAP
6. My T-mobile Windows Smart Phone is the new cubical
7. Aveeno Lip Balm is the new chapstick
8. Ipod is the new DVD player
9. Guitar Hero 3 is the new party game
10. Huckabee is the new Chuck Norris
1. Tea is the new coffee.
2. Twitter is the new Facebook
3. Mint.com is the new personal banker
4. Moleskine is the new spiral notebook
5. H&M is the new GAP
6. My T-mobile Windows Smart Phone is the new cubical
7. Aveeno Lip Balm is the new chapstick
8. Ipod is the new DVD player
9. Guitar Hero 3 is the new party game
10. Huckabee is the new Chuck Norris
1.07.2008
Las Vegas
I just got home from working the MS CES Keynote and I am so glad to be home. Vegas gets old very quick. Normally, I love staying at the Venetian, but this time...
The updated rooms look great. It's always nice to have the big suite with the flat screen TVs everywhere, the bathtub, king size bed, sunken living room, etc, etc, etc.
However, there is a noticeable difference in service since the last time I was there. I don't know if it was because of the opening of the new casino and hotel, but the Venetian in general just had poor service. Perhaps they can smell the fact that I am not rich enough to gamble on their 15 dollar minimum tables and that I have a limited amount to spend each day on food.
Maybe all hotels are this way and I am just getting around to noticing it. I did note that if I did not tip someone, they would make sure to say "thank you" in a very nasty way. If I did tip, they would say nothing and kind of ignore it. I guess I look like all the other tourists there, even though I am really in the service business just like them.
I did get to see the new Planet Hollywood Hotel. It was really nice and has the best mall so far that I have seen in a hotel. I had also never been to the Wynn and so got to take a look. I really liked it, but definitely felt out of place. Its more swanky than the Bellagio. Its a gorgeous hotel and I love the forest/waterfall thing they have going on.
It is so good to be home.
I just got home from working the MS CES Keynote and I am so glad to be home. Vegas gets old very quick. Normally, I love staying at the Venetian, but this time...
The updated rooms look great. It's always nice to have the big suite with the flat screen TVs everywhere, the bathtub, king size bed, sunken living room, etc, etc, etc.
However, there is a noticeable difference in service since the last time I was there. I don't know if it was because of the opening of the new casino and hotel, but the Venetian in general just had poor service. Perhaps they can smell the fact that I am not rich enough to gamble on their 15 dollar minimum tables and that I have a limited amount to spend each day on food.
Maybe all hotels are this way and I am just getting around to noticing it. I did note that if I did not tip someone, they would make sure to say "thank you" in a very nasty way. If I did tip, they would say nothing and kind of ignore it. I guess I look like all the other tourists there, even though I am really in the service business just like them.
I did get to see the new Planet Hollywood Hotel. It was really nice and has the best mall so far that I have seen in a hotel. I had also never been to the Wynn and so got to take a look. I really liked it, but definitely felt out of place. Its more swanky than the Bellagio. Its a gorgeous hotel and I love the forest/waterfall thing they have going on.
It is so good to be home.
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