Nothing in Particular

Just finished reading Alek's latest post, and all I can say is wow. He carries more baggage than I expected. I'm not going to criticize Alek, because there are many parallels between us. We both like to play music, have some extra weight, and disapprove of drugs. The differences would be that I do not smoke or drink, whereas Alek does. In the past, I used to have difficulty making new friends. It wasn't that I didn't get along with new people, as much as crossing that bridge where they integrate into my tiny circle of friends. It's very hard to find straight-edge people to hang out with, and honestly, if you don't fit the straight-edge description, I probably wouldn't add you onto the "close friend" list. I've had the same small group of friends for several years now, and although I've made new acquaintances through school, etc. I just haven't clicked with any new people. Now I'm getting married, and the likelihood of establishing new friends is dwindling. I'm looking forward to our marriage, because instability has been the theme of my life. Granted, marriage will have ups and downs, but to have and make a life-long commitment to my fiancee will mean more than anything else. Alek, if you're reading this, I wish you luck. You don't have to remain a stranger. Friendship is like two rooms connected with two doors, as long as the other person leaves their door open, you can open your door anytime.

Subbing...continued

I received a call from Kelly Temporary Services on Thursday morning. They notified me that my job with Bristol Myers would not start until the 19th. That's fine and all... but if it gets pushed back a 3rd time, they're going to lose me, because I need wedding money now. In the grand scheme of things, this means that I'll be subbing until the 19th. We've spotted a home that we are super gung-ho about, so we are trying to put that plan into action. We have a realtor who is a great guy (and friend of Kristina's family) and he's going to help us out greatly. There is much buzzing at the moment, and we're doing our best. Here is the current outlook:

Life is good.

Unfortunate News

Today I received a letter. The letter politely informed me that I was not the candidate chosen to be "part-time computer operator" at Old National Bank. Oh well, I guess. Perhaps it's for the best, because working 7 days a week and going to school would surely suck.

Best Buy Bullshit

I love alliteration. Anyway, Kristina and I actually experienced the following scenario at Best Buy this evening. The employee's name was Allan Hendrix (we do NOT know him). Here's the scene as we browsed the laptops:

Best Buy Employee: The last couple didn't want to buy a laptop, so I know you guys do, right?
Kristina and I (in unison): No, we're just looking.
BBE: Well, fuck. I guess I'm gonna get fired tonight, and it's all your fault. My name's Allan, by the way. What's yours? (extends hand to Kristina)
(My thought): Punch this mother fucker square in the face without hesitation or remorse.
Kristina (hesitantly): Kristina. (shakes hand)
BBE (in fear of the look I'm giving): And you?
Me: Chris. (shakes hand)

We quickly disappear and promptly report his ass to management. Using the F-word in front of customers that you don't know is a big no-no. Then telling them that it'll be all their fault when you get fired is another big no-no. Asking my fiancee for her name while trying to shake her hand is a major no-no when I think you're a giant jackass. But here's the funny part: He may very well have been fired, and guess what? It WAS our fault! How ironic!