by Matt | Dec 1, 2002 | Imported Entry
Well, my day has been getting a little better. I checked my email a little while ago and it seems I’ve won a contest over at Neowin.net. I’ve won a subscription to StarDocks subscription game service. Huzah for me! There were plenty of other prizes up for grabs and I was picked for this one. Although a copy of Icon Workshop or Nero would have been awesome, this is certainly a welcome surprise. Thanks Neowin!
Also, after talking it over with my folks, they’re thinking about combining Christmas and my birthday and getting possibly getting me a Clie. While thats terrific, I now don’t know which one I want. If I’m not paying for it myself it’s going to a: be color and b: have a few huge memory sticks as well as a mini-keyboard. I really really wanted one with a WiFi card but apparently the only ones that have that are the new NX series ($500+) so that’s probably out of the question. I think a nice T series would fit nicely, perhaps a PEG-T665C. We’ll see. Anyway, just wanted to share.
by Matt | Dec 1, 2002 | Imported Entry
I hate how my father approaches things. His way of “suggesting” aka: telling you to do something is to bring it up in the most backhanded way possible and then argue all it’s rational points so that it doesn’t seem quite so bad. For example, mere momements ago I got “so, are you going to EB tomorrow?” Meaning “you’re going to get a job for this break right?” “Umm, I think they’re hiring and if you could make some extra money this break it would only help yourself.” Gee, thanks, I couldn’t have figured that out on my own. I do realize that money it tight. Infact, of the four of us, I’m probably the most broke. You don’t have to tell me how little money I don’t have. I’m the one living off $50 a month… not you. Then, to add some rational bits to this cocked-hat he says “you know, because I’m usually either working everyday or I’m in here (meaning my room) working on the computer… so, umm, you can’t be sleeping until noon.” Well, that’s just fantastic. Now, not only am I expected to work durring my ONE BREAK this year, if I’m not working I can’t sleep in. “Well, you could sleep in your brothers room” he says. Yah, right, I drove 1200 miles to visit with family and friends to not be able to sleep in my own bed because it incoviences you. Riigghhtt… I’m seriously considering just driving back to GA and coming back up for Christmas. Fuck, the last thing I want to do after a stressful semester at school is work retail durring the holidays. That would certainly let my blood pressure go back down. I’ll deal with that later once I’ve decided what I want to do about work, if I want to, and where.
Lets see, what else. Friday I went out with Chris and Tess to Margaritas in Nashua. They had some catching up to do and I was playing the part of the 3rd wheel. Or actually the 8th wheel as it turned out. Tess’ friend Georgia was there who called her friend (who I can’t remember the name of) who showed up and then saw three of her friends in the resturant who also joined us. So, it went from a few people to 8 people in about a half-hour. I didn’t know anyone but Chris and Tess and felt instant 3rd wheel syndrome. I guess Chris and Tess got to hang out a little but I couldn’t tell over the noise from the other folks and the fact that I was all the way at the end of the table. Chris and I talked about it afterwords and we’ve decided that we’re just not socializing types of people. I’m all for going out in a group and having fun, but not when I don’t know anyone else and I’m forced to “small talk” with people I could care less about talking to. It was a little fun though, I had never been to Margaritas except for a quick lunch and it’s a nice place. That and the quesidilias (sp?) were tasty.
Saturday I started off with a trip to Nashua with Chris to get his sisters snowboard waxed and ended up spending half and hour in Newbury Comics. Ahh, Newbs… you’ll be the death of my credit limit. Chris was also looking for a mixer to go with the TURNTABLES he’s planning on buying. I hate him. A lot. Well, ok, I don’t hate Chris, I’m just insainly jelous. So, after that we had a quick bite to eat at Papa Ginos and headed home. Chris was going out with his folks for dinner and then leaving today so I figured I’d give Chip a call since I hadn’t seen him yet. Chip was at home playing a little Final Fantasy so I figured I’d join him. After a little bit we figured we’d go see the new Bond movie and do a little WarDriving along the way. The movie was… well, semi-crappy. There was violence, cool cars and no plot. Hey, it’s a Bond movie, what did you expect? So, more or less disappointed in that we headed back to Nashua to grab a bite to eat before dropping Chip off at home. I think Chip is at a hockey game today with his parents so he’s probably tied up. Since he’s busy and Chris is leaving it looks like another day on the couch, much to my father shagrin. Hey, it’s my break, if I want to be lazy, I can. I deserve it. I’m going to graduate cum-lauda (with honors) in the spring and I worked my ass off for it. I deserve to rest and repair my mind a little when I have the chance and if that means sitting on the couch and watching HBO, so be it.
As for what I’m going to be doing in the days to come, I’ve got no clue. Working at EB would have the single advantage of being something to do. But it’s many downsides are souring me on the idea. I’d like to spend my break talking with and assisting actual photographers. Maybe I should come up with a list and spend a little time on the phone in the next few days. We’ll see.
I also had an opportunity to check my SCAD email a few minutes ago. THOSE FUCKING ASSHATS! The Bursars Office has yet to process not one but two of my loans that the paperwork was turning in on two months ago. I got an email saying that if I didn’t pay my tuition by Dec 9th I’d be charged $150 and if not by the 26th I’d be dropped from all my classes. I’d like to point out that there’s simply nothing I can do. Literally. THEY have to process my loans. I can’t do it for them. THEY are the reason that THEY don’t have their money. But, they’ll charge me $150 because THEY are too fucking slow. God I hate those people. I can’t physically make them do anything faster. My life is in a big giant pile of paper on someone’s desk and they’ll “get to it” whenever they feel like it. It’s enraging. I’m not going to do anything as drastic as threaten physical violence but I’m not going to be my usually ball of sunshine on the phone tomorrow when I call them at 9am to make sure they understand my displeasure at the current situation. “There’s no sense in stressing about it”, my mom tells me, “it’ll only make your blood pressure go up.” She’s right. I think it’s time to watch Lord of the Rings or something. In a little bit I’ll give Lauren a call too, she always makes me feel better.
Later.
by Matt | Nov 28, 2002 | Imported Entry
Well, Thanksgiving was “interesting” as always with the Perrys. We’re a very odd family but atleast we’re entertaining. Food was tasty and all that goodness. I’m still having stomach trouble but I can at least eat now. I get nearly instant indigestion but at least the food isn’t finding it’s way back up. Damn, this thing really did a number on me.
Not much going on around here either. I’m sitting in my PJs at my dad’s computer watching my brother play RalliSport Challenge on my rig. Hopefully tomorrow I’ll get the cable modem hooked up to mine and I can check some email.
Speaking of tomorrow… I’m not leaving the house… unless someone has a damn fine reason (such as paying for me at a movie or something) for me to do so. Driving past WalMart there was already a crowd forming to the “Day after Thankgiving” shopping binge that 20-60 year old women seem to enjoy. AT WALMART!!! Something is wrong with this picture people! You should NOT be camped out at WallyWorld waiting for a sale. THERE’S NOTHING THAT IMPORTANT AT WALMART. In my opinion there’s really nothing at any store thats important enough to camp out for but hey, that’s just me. So, if WalMart is packed I can only cringe in fear at what the shopping-malls will look like. And if you’re not shopping, what else are you going to do with your day off? See a movie, that’s what. All the fathers and sons who aren’t out shopping with the ladies are going to be out at the movies, so that’s out of the question. And what are hungry shoppers going to do? Eat out of course. That makes going to a resturant a joke. So, no shopping-malls, retail stores, movies or food. Unless of someone can think of something to do that doesn’t involve any of the above, I’m not getting out of my PJs.
Ok, so, as we stand, I’ve got to internet and no email but plenty of games and DVDs to keep me busy. If anyone would like to come over and play a game or two (PC or PS2) or watch a DVD I’m more than up for that. Otherwise… what would you like to do on Saturday? Not that it’ll be any better shopping wise but I can’t really hide in the house all weekend fearing the wrath of some over caffinated, over shopping, soccer moms who can’t find “the perfect something” for little Timmy and are willing to spend all weekend trying anyway.
Alrighty, I think it’s time for a piece of pie. Mmmm, pie. Then I think I’ll play some RS Challenge followed by some Mafia and maybe some NeverWinter Nights. Oh well.
Oh, and I’ve got a few stories about my shitty drive home that I’ll share with you later since I’m sick of typing on my Dad’s shitty keyboard. Remind me to share.
Matt out.
by Matt | Nov 26, 2002 | Imported Entry
I would like to take a moment and send a big “fuck you” out to whatever ass-hat decided to stock a downtown gas station with horrible near-death causing hot-dogs. Fuck you sir and the ass-hat you rode in with.
You see, I have food poisoning. How do I know? Because I’ve had it 5 times and this is by far one of the most “fun” experiences a person can have. It’s right up there with getting your teeth knocked out by Tie Domi. I’ve been puking since 2am and there’s no end in sight. I’m doing my best to do nothing. I’m eating salteen crackers and drinking ginger-ale graciously provided by my wonderful Lauren. Who, without being asked, stayed up with me all night to make sure I was ok. I love her. She’s the greatest thing to ever happen to me.
But, what about your classes Matt? Interesting point but I’d have to say that they’ll just have to get along without me for once. Lauren went downtown to ask my History professor (my 12:00) how many absences I’ve had (we’re allowed 4 max, 5th one and we fail the class). I think I had 3 which means I have one to burn and I’m in the clear. I also have a 3:00 photo class but the odds of me staying for the whole thing are next to nothing. Optimally I’ll walk in, drop off my stuff and walk out. Worst case scenerio, I’m out by 5:30. Depending on when I get out is when I’ll leave. I’m pushing for 6-7 as a leaving time mostly because I want to say goodbye to Lauren and I want to make sure I’m rested enough to drive 18 hours without sleep.
I’ve only packed clothes at this point, puking kind of but the kabosh on any more packing last night. I’ll pack up the computer either after “lunch” (more crackers) or when I get back. It’s pretty much the only thing I’m taking. A bag of clothes, my ‘puter and accessories and myself. It should be enough to only fill the back section of the car leaving me the whole middle seat to turn into a bed. Actually, that’s a fantastic idea. Anyway, my dad gets here in about an hour and so I should probably be disconnecting this thing. I’ve got to find my graphics card box. I always take out my GeForce 4 when I move the case any further than across town. The last time I left it in it got bounced around and a few of the sodder points snapped.
Alrightly, wish me luck. Later.
by Matt | Nov 25, 2002 | Imported Entry
Hey guys, lots of stuff to cover so I’ll get to it quick. Since Chris called me the other day and other people have been wondering, heres my schedule for the next few days.
My trip has been moved up from driving all day Wednesday to driving all night Tuesday. Instead of leaving at 4am Wednesday morning like we planned, I’ll be leaving the afternoon (7ish) the day before so that I can beat an east coast snow storm up the coast. Apparently it’s supposed to last all day on Wednesday and I’d rather not be stuck on some random stretch of i95 in a snow storm.
Tomorrow, early AM, I’ll be putting my car in for an oil change. From there I go to class. Lauren is picking up my dad for me at 11:00. After my 12:00 I go to my 2:30 for a quick critique and then home. I eat, I pee and the we leave. Somewhere in there I’ve also got to buy a few KMXs or Red Bull as I’ll be driving ALL NIGHT. Hopefully I’ll make it home sometime before noon (or around noon) on Wednesday. At which point I will call Lauren to tell her I made it home and then go immediatly to sleep. Thursday I gorge myself with de-feathered bird and stuffing and then sleep some more. From that Friday until Jan 1st I’m available to do stuff, give or take a week for a visit from Lauren.
Tonight I have to pack clothes, this rig, various cds and etc, prepare my work for critique tomorrow and help Lauren pack. I was planning on cleaning the house, washing the car and downloading games to play over break but I guess that won’t be happening. Anyway, back to work. I’ll see everyone (in NH) this weekend.
Have a great T-day everyone. I’ll probably set this thing back up on Friday and tell everyone all about my drive.
Matt Out.
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