time pieces. I am in the market...

stuff like this makes me love the human race

things to sit on that I will own

Mies Van De Rohe 

    introduced the  

        Barcelona Chair in 1929. 

     Genius.

Two will reside in my home. In black or camel.

Charles and Ray Eames

introduced their

         Lounge Chair in 1956. 

Way ahead of their time...

In my future office. In white. 




 

Its a little late, but Happy Mothers Day mom...

64 box.

Life and dating I have decided are like boxes of crayons.

Most people are the 8-color boxes. Maybe a 12 pack, with a few new vibrant colors.

What myself and I would imagine most people are really looking for are the 64-color boxes with the sharpeners on the back.

I would like to think of myself as a 64-color box; though I've got a few colors missing, some are worn down and a there's an occasional torn wrapper.

It's ok though, because I've got some more vibrant colors like periwinkle at my disposal.

It seems that I usually end up encountering 8-color boxes.

Does anyone else have this issue? Not that its a bad issue. Just sometimes I crave something more bold.

I mean there are so many different coloration's when it comes to personaliites, interests, goals, passions and types of humor.

So when I do meet a girl who I think is a 64 box (unique, vibrant, full of variety and depth)
I get excited and say,

"Well hey there miss sea foam!" 

However, usually it ends up with her saying,  

"Oh, you mean green right?" 

That's when she goes off on her whole green thing.
And I'm thinking,  

"No - I just want sea foam."

  
Luckily, I found a 64 box. 
With our 128 combined, its a good time.

 

spiritual thought for the day...

"Every challenge you face, every hard thing you confront, every bad thing that happens to you, every unfairness, every conflict, every sadness, tragedy, every disappointment and heartache, every temptation and every opposition happens for one purpose only: to give you opportunity to respond by applying in your life the teachings of Jesus. As you do so you are changed to become more like Him."

Lawrence E. Corbridge

I'm obsessed.

About the pooch:

Although the English Bulldogs appearance can be somewhat intimidating, it is among the gentlest of dogs.  Just the same it will see off any intruder, and few would risk a close encounter with a dog brave enough to bait a bull.  It is described as a very affectionate and dependable animal, gentle with children, but known for its courage and its excellent guarding abilities. Bullheaded and determined, this breed can be very persistent. They do not give up easily. Bulldogs are very much a peoples dog seeking out human attention and loving every bit it can get!!  A lot of human attention is required for the breed's happiness.  Some English Bulldogs can be a bit dominating and need an owner who knows how to display strong leadership and understands alpha canine behavior. A Bulldog who understands it's *place* in the human pack, is nice to, and reliable with all people. This breed is good with family pets, but some can be combative with strange dogs if they do not see themselves as followers in their pack.  When Bulldogs are young, they are full of energy, but slow down as they get older. They snore very loudly, most have drool and slobber tendencies and are messy eaters. Bulldogs who display guarding, behaviors, such as guarding furniture, food, toys, or other spots in the house, or who are dog aggressive, do not have humans who are being the dogs pack leader. This behavior only happens when dogs are allowed to take over. These behaviors can be corrected when the owners start displaying the proper leadership. Dogs who feel they need to run the home are not as happy as dogs who know they are human followers, as it is very stressful for a dog to need to keep "his" humans in line.

 The English Bulldog needs to be taken on a daily walk to fulfill their primal canine instinct to migrate. Those individuals who do not get this need met are more likely to have behavior issues. While out on the walk the dog must be made to heel beside or behind the person holding the lead, as in a dog's mind the leader leads the way, and that leader needs to be the human. Teach them to enter and exit all door and gateways after the human. English Bulldogs who are in good shape are capable of moving very quickly for short periods of time.  

The smooth, fine, short-haired coat is easy to groom. Comb and brush with a firm bristle brush, and bathe only when necessary. Wipe the face with a damp cloth every day to clean inside the wrinkles. This breed is an average shedder. 

 The English Bulldog originated in the British Isles, descended from the ancient Asiatic mastiff. The dog was given the name "bull" because of its use in bull baiting and for their robust look of a little bull. They were aggressive, ferocious and courageous with the power to attack full grown bulls, which they did in arena combat before the practice was banned by law in the 19th century. The bulldogs would attack from the bottom up going underneath the bull and aiming for the neck, making it hard for the bull to fight back. Today's bulldog has a very different temperament from those of his ancestors, but still retains a strong determination. 

 Rob, I want your dog Beefy.

Always smiling. I love them. And will own one. 

Barcelona. I love this song, and this video.

Wakey!Wakey! - Car Crash

Letters from the Route Manager...

Dear Mary,

      I am sorry that I knocked on your door at a hard time in your life. When I asked you who was taking care of your pest control I was taken off guard when tears welled up in your eyes. Imagining what possible offense that could have been I said sorry and asked if everything was alright. You kindly invited me in and had me sit down, which I appreciated as an escape from the Arizona heat at mid day. I admired your living room filled with photos, treasures from world-wide travels and Oriental decor. Thank you for the glass of water you went and got me out of the kitchen, and for sitting next to me; telling me about your life. I understood better when you told me of the recent passing of your husband after 41 years of marriage; and my heart broke when you explained that he was the one who always handled the pests. Tears again came to your aged eyes. I felt blessed to have been in your home with you and share some of my personal thoughts on the matter. The oriental decor in your home I figured were souvenirs from traveling Asia, but was mistaken when you explained they had a new religious significance for you. I admire that your husbands death encouraged you to seek spiritual strength. I am grateful for the knowledge I have regarding our time on earth and here after, and that we were able to discuss that. My feeling towards what I shared with you regarding our Heavenly Fathers divine plan for our happiness run deep and is undeniable. I hope and pray that you will find some peace and comfort in what I shared with you and through your own spiritual searching. Regardless, I feel blessed to have met you. You have my number if you ever want me to start handling the pests...

Sincerely,
Brady Mathews, your Route Manager