October Birthdays

Last weekend went to two birthday parties, my god-daughter Jordyn who just turned 6 and my Dad's, John's, and uncles group party. Lots of food and good times.

Cool...So what does this mean?

You are The Hierophant

Divine Wisdom. Manifestation. Explanation. Teaching.

All things relating to education, patience, help from superiors.The Hierophant is often considered to be a Guardian Angel.

The Hierophant's purpose is to bring the spiritual down to Earth. Where the High Priestess between her two pillars deals with realms beyond this Earth, the Hierophant (or High Priest) deals with worldly problems. He is well suited to do this because he strives to create harmony and peace in the midst of a crisis. The Hierophant's only problem is that he can be stubborn and hidebound. At his best, he is wise and soothing, at his worst, he is an unbending traditionalist.

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Still looking...

Well it's been a week since I've been laid off. Aside from polishing up my resume and sending it out, its actually been nice taking some time off. Went to the Dixon pumpkin patch and cornfield maze with Chelle. This place was named 2007 Guiness Book of World Records for having the largest cornfield maze...over 40 acres. Seems like you would need some sort of gps equipment to be able to find your way out. With our excellent sense of direction and map reading skill we were able to come out alive in about 45 min. Here are some pics of the adventure...

Drinks anyone...

Well this week has been kind of a bummer, yup, I got the pink slip from work, laid off due to workforce reduction. Seems like the housing market has hit the company pretty hard. Well off to look for a new beginning. But first would anyone like to join me for a drink or two. A new found drink for myself...SAKE BOMB!!! Here's a look at the massive bottle. Anyone care to help me finish it?

As I am a dessert kind of guy, I have also collected some dessert wines. The Deaver Port is one of my favorites...goes very well with chocolate, yum.

Might have to bring back the Thursday night drinking sessions.

John and Jo's Birthday Dinner

For Jo and John's Birthday we had dinner at Man Puku's in Livermore. The food is great yet inexpensive. The sake bombs were awesome. It was a great time with friends and family.

Weird grinding noise is finally gone.

Well brought the Montero in to get the brake accumulator replaced and voila the weird grinding noise is gone! Man that was annoying. Well now to get the struts/shocks replaced as well as tires. Snow season is upon us and I can't wait to break out the snowboard.

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The Montero Maintenance Saga Continues...

Well after getting my Montero back from a $2000+ service everything seemed fine. But a few days ago I noticed a weird metal grinding noise. Hmmm, well I thought it was just some sort of break in. Well today, it happened again and continuously...WTF!!! I just got it back from service. So I go back to the shop that serviced my truck and come to find out that it is the accumulator...? According to the mechanic its a high pressure, nitrogen filled cylinder that assists the braking system. Huh, well it was fine before I brought it in. But he says that they do wear out and that it's an $80 part with $25 labor to install. Great, so the maintenance continues. Still need to replace shocks/struts and tires plus an alignment...ugh...I should've just bought a new car!

Rev 'em up

Well got the urge to start up the RC monster truck bashing (thanks Rex). Just dug up the Savage and the MT. Gonna get them ready to go.