The legend of Paul Harvey.
I don't listen to the radio often, but when I do it is generally to our local AM. I like it because it is real. The information is that of the state/local area and if there is anything worth mentioning of world or national news you will get that as well. You can find the talk shows that sometimes provide some useful information via local farmer/city person opinion and I even occasionally listen to the talking heads of Rush and Ed Schultz,which in my opinion are 2 pathetic individuals, but that is not the point of this article.
I want to talk about Paul Harvey. If you haven't ever heard Paul Harvey's "The rest of the Story" you have missed out. The oddly punctuated voice of Paul Harvey on a warm fall day, driving the back roads of good old ND always seemed to make me feel connected with something from the past. A time when the rural areas and even the city folks relied more on the radio for entertainment than the TV.
Paul Harvey's stories created the pictures and scenes in perfect detail, held me in susupense and left me with a smile, especially if I wasn't able to guess who he was talking about by the end of the story.
Sadly, I think the voice of Paul Harvey Senior is gone from the radio. Currently, it is only to be herd as solicitation for any number of vitamin supplements, credit protection, superior sound systems, etc.
Is this the fate of a radio icon, it shouldn't be for someone as good as Paul Harvey. I wish he would leave with some dignity - now instead of a voice that I looked forward to hearing, I literally turn off, and I'm sure many others feel the same way.
Oh well, like all good things, I guess they eventually have to come to an end and my fall country days will have to be filled with something else.
In case you haven't ever heard Paul Harvey's "the rest of the story" here is an example - I just found this and read it, granted it would be much better in the spoken voice of Paul Harvey, but it will give you an idea of what I'm making such a big deal about.
This is possibly the best one that I'm aware of - "And now, the rest of the story"
Tuesday, April 29, 2008
Monday, April 28, 2008
September 12th - Xavier Rudd
It's come to our attention
Life now is bound to change
While we the peaceful majority
We sit back and anticipate
These are our days now
These are not the same now
These are not the same
These human beings are dangerous
Their greed is contagious
Now the world it waits
These people they attacked our freedom
Their weapons technology and hate
Lives were stolen without warning
Brothers and sisters now erased
These are our days nowThese are not the same now
These are not the same
These human beings are dangerous
Their greed is contagious
Now the world it waits
Life now is bound to change
While we the peaceful majority
We sit back and anticipate
These are our days now
These are not the same now
These are not the same
These human beings are dangerous
Their greed is contagious
Now the world it waits
These people they attacked our freedom
Their weapons technology and hate
Lives were stolen without warning
Brothers and sisters now erased
These are our days nowThese are not the same now
These are not the same
These human beings are dangerous
Their greed is contagious
Now the world it waits
Thursday, April 24, 2008
3.33 per day?
Last night we (me and A) were going over finances. After some realization that we are spending a ridiculous ammount of $ on food, she determined that we should be able to live off of $200 per month.
I agree that this sounds reasonable at first, but once I started the breakdown this is what I realized. That is $100 per person per month. That is approx $23.31 per week and $3.33 per day.
Does this seem crazy to anyone?
How can I buy quality food at this price? I can't even touch the organics for this price and stick to my budget.
Short of living on beans and rice and eggs, I don't know how I will do this once I run out of the meat I already have in the freezer.
Oh yeah, I didn't mention that A probably has a cleaner diet than I do, consisting of many organically grown and processed foods. I asked her how she is going to keep that up on $3.33 per day and she said she won't have a problem, so I guess I will see...
I'm the one who does the majority of the shopping, so I think she is in for a surprise, but she never ceases to surprise me and I'm sure my comments have probably given added inspiration to prove me wrong.
Anyway, comments and suggestions will be greatly appreciated.
I'm interested in low cost, high quality food sources rich in protein and good carbs.
Thanks and have a phantasmagorical day.
I agree that this sounds reasonable at first, but once I started the breakdown this is what I realized. That is $100 per person per month. That is approx $23.31 per week and $3.33 per day.
Does this seem crazy to anyone?
How can I buy quality food at this price? I can't even touch the organics for this price and stick to my budget.
Short of living on beans and rice and eggs, I don't know how I will do this once I run out of the meat I already have in the freezer.
Oh yeah, I didn't mention that A probably has a cleaner diet than I do, consisting of many organically grown and processed foods. I asked her how she is going to keep that up on $3.33 per day and she said she won't have a problem, so I guess I will see...
I'm the one who does the majority of the shopping, so I think she is in for a surprise, but she never ceases to surprise me and I'm sure my comments have probably given added inspiration to prove me wrong.
Anyway, comments and suggestions will be greatly appreciated.
I'm interested in low cost, high quality food sources rich in protein and good carbs.
Thanks and have a phantasmagorical day.
Monday, April 21, 2008
Thanks and other stuff
Well,
For the 2 of you who took the poll, I thank you.
It was 50% TV and 50% radio. I have to check into the $ on radio advertisement, and I know that the TV is expensive as hell (really expensive).
So, I will let you know what I decide to do when I finally do that.
Other than that, just got back today from a weekend in Denver. Went down on Friday and got back this noon or so.
My perception has once again changed on the possibility of a Denver living situation. Status now is back to definitely possible, I woulnd't mind living there.
I'm almost completly content right here for now (never completely content), and A likes it here as well. So, if we are here for 5 years we will most likely be here for the next 20... only 3 more years to go, and then we'll be locked in - 3 years for me anyway till I hit the 5.
In the meantime day dreaming about a few of the things that keep me here in this state -and I know summer's not even here yet, but I'm already looking forward to this fall. Gravel roads, wide open views, great sunrises, great sunsets, badlands, camping, Antelope, Mule Deer, big White tails, grouse and pheasants. For me, those are a few of the great things about this state.
Anyway, have a good one.
For the 2 of you who took the poll, I thank you.
It was 50% TV and 50% radio. I have to check into the $ on radio advertisement, and I know that the TV is expensive as hell (really expensive).
So, I will let you know what I decide to do when I finally do that.
Other than that, just got back today from a weekend in Denver. Went down on Friday and got back this noon or so.
My perception has once again changed on the possibility of a Denver living situation. Status now is back to definitely possible, I woulnd't mind living there.
I'm almost completly content right here for now (never completely content), and A likes it here as well. So, if we are here for 5 years we will most likely be here for the next 20... only 3 more years to go, and then we'll be locked in - 3 years for me anyway till I hit the 5.
In the meantime day dreaming about a few of the things that keep me here in this state -and I know summer's not even here yet, but I'm already looking forward to this fall. Gravel roads, wide open views, great sunrises, great sunsets, badlands, camping, Antelope, Mule Deer, big White tails, grouse and pheasants. For me, those are a few of the great things about this state.
Anyway, have a good one.
Wednesday, April 16, 2008
Alaska
August 2005
8 days isn't nearly enough, but a lifetime probably wouldn't be either. In totality, Alaska is the most beautiful place I have ever been. Well, actually now that I write that I feel like I'm taking something away from NZ, Fiji, Norway, MT, and WA. Since I really enjoy many/certain places within those and I would actually consider as beautiful, but this is about AK.
I was only on the Kenai Peninsula, didn't make it inland, that will be next trip.
The trippers: Myself, My Dad, My buddy Ben from MT, My Dad's and my buddy Mike V. also from MT.
Transportation: 22 ft motor home, loaded with food, beer, fishing poles, 1 BF net (for netting BF fish, relatively speaking) and the AK gazateer.
Route: Anchorage to Soldatna. Soldatna to Homer. Homer back to Soldotna. Soldotna to Kenai. Kenai to Soldotna to Seward.
Of course there were stops for fishing and tourist type activities. And that was over several days.
Nights: Most of our nights were spent in a nice little camp ground near the confluence of the Crooked Creek and the Kasilof R.
Notable happenings in the campground: only 1, and that was a young moose who walked within 5 feet of our camper one night. No pictures, but I happened to get this on video. He actually hung out there for several minutes and then moved on into the woods.
Most of the fishing we did was on the Kasilof R. and some on the Russian R.
Notable fishing experiences: 3 come to mind right off.
1) The first was when Ben and I met a Soldotna local who took us to his honey hole - "where the locals go". It was fun to sit with him and talk about life in a small relatively removed Ak town (not even close to removed as far as AK is concerned, but coming from the lower 48, removed enough). I caught my first and only Dolly Varden because of him and his fishing spot.
2) The second would be the day that we did go out with a guide on the Kasilof. We were fishing for Silvers since the King season was over, even though we weren't fishing for the Kings we caught several and realeased them back of course - it was incredible how big these fish were. Absolutely amazing to realize that they were only days at most from dying and they still had so much power. They were a beautiful red like no other I have seen in nature and within the azure blue of a glacial river, which was also a color I have never seen in nature (it was close to that which you see in caribbean waters, but not quite the same).
3) The day we got into the Reds and the Humpys (yes, this is a type of salmon). The best day of fishing we had was this day, which I will post pictures of in a bit. Again it was only because of a local who showed me what to use and how to use it that we limited out within hours, with 10lb + fish. There is no doubt in my mind I could have stood on that shore all day long and cought 1 fish after another, but there is a limit and I'm also ethical - so, I happily ended my day with what I was allowed.
About the towns:
Anchorage. I was only in Anchorage for about 14 hours (over the course of 2 days). My genereal perception of it the 2 days that I was there is that it was overcast and rainy (which I actually like when I know the mountains are near by), next to the ocean which I also like a lot, and when the clouds broke the view of the surrounding peaks was incredible, and of course it's proximity to all the outdoor possibilities is awesome. All that being said I could easily live there and given the right opportunity - my bags would be packed in a second.
Soldotna. This is a great little town for the sportsman, cause as far as I could tell there isn't much else for someone to do. The Kasilof runs right through town, so you could easily ride your bike to some of the best fishing anywhere.
Kenai. Maybe it was because we hadn't been fishing yet that day. Maybe it was becuase it seemed like we were in an area flatter than Fargo. Or maybe it was knowing that we were going to have to back track the same highway for the next couple hours to get to the fishing. I don't know, but all I could think of when I finally got to this town was I couldn't get the hell out of there. I still wouldn't care if I never made it back to visit.
Homer. Very nice looking town and a great view of Glaciers across the Bay. Knowing how inaccessible the other side is makes it even more impressive. There is a neat little area out in the bay that you drive out onto. Lots of people fishing there and charters available for Halibut (the real big fish) if desired. We didn't go on any charters. Possibly the best part about Homer is drive going to Homer, I can't remember exactly how many miles before - maybe about 10 and all the way in, everywhere you look is a postcard view. Absolutely beautiful. Flowers all around. Flowers of all sorts of colors, dramatic mountains with panoramic views.
Seward. There was something about Seward and that day and a half I was there that I hope never leaves my mind. It was amazing. For starters the wind and rain were unbelievable. Incredibly strong, it was equivalent to the power of a prairie thunderstorm and being right next to the water and mile 0 of the Iditarod, which is where the little RV parking area is, was almost like a sensory overload. It was one of those moments when you are standing somewhere so out of your realm, almost out of body and wonder where am I, I can't believe this place exists.
The surrounding glacial peaks are incredible, the atmosphere of the town is very touristy, but that wouldn't bother me a bit. I would absolutely love to live in Seward mainly because of its beauty (both the geologic and character) and its proximity to the amazing hunting and fishing. All that it would take for me to go to Seward would be for my wife to give the OK and I would be there.
Thats enough, if I haven't bored you to death already. I hope you found it enjoyable and I guess I will have to post the pictures tomorrow, as I cannot access them right now. Sorry.
8 days isn't nearly enough, but a lifetime probably wouldn't be either. In totality, Alaska is the most beautiful place I have ever been. Well, actually now that I write that I feel like I'm taking something away from NZ, Fiji, Norway, MT, and WA. Since I really enjoy many/certain places within those and I would actually consider as beautiful, but this is about AK.
I was only on the Kenai Peninsula, didn't make it inland, that will be next trip.
The trippers: Myself, My Dad, My buddy Ben from MT, My Dad's and my buddy Mike V. also from MT.
Transportation: 22 ft motor home, loaded with food, beer, fishing poles, 1 BF net (for netting BF fish, relatively speaking) and the AK gazateer.
Route: Anchorage to Soldatna. Soldatna to Homer. Homer back to Soldotna. Soldotna to Kenai. Kenai to Soldotna to Seward.
Of course there were stops for fishing and tourist type activities. And that was over several days.
Nights: Most of our nights were spent in a nice little camp ground near the confluence of the Crooked Creek and the Kasilof R.
Notable happenings in the campground: only 1, and that was a young moose who walked within 5 feet of our camper one night. No pictures, but I happened to get this on video. He actually hung out there for several minutes and then moved on into the woods.
Most of the fishing we did was on the Kasilof R. and some on the Russian R.
Notable fishing experiences: 3 come to mind right off.
1) The first was when Ben and I met a Soldotna local who took us to his honey hole - "where the locals go". It was fun to sit with him and talk about life in a small relatively removed Ak town (not even close to removed as far as AK is concerned, but coming from the lower 48, removed enough). I caught my first and only Dolly Varden because of him and his fishing spot.
2) The second would be the day that we did go out with a guide on the Kasilof. We were fishing for Silvers since the King season was over, even though we weren't fishing for the Kings we caught several and realeased them back of course - it was incredible how big these fish were. Absolutely amazing to realize that they were only days at most from dying and they still had so much power. They were a beautiful red like no other I have seen in nature and within the azure blue of a glacial river, which was also a color I have never seen in nature (it was close to that which you see in caribbean waters, but not quite the same).
3) The day we got into the Reds and the Humpys (yes, this is a type of salmon). The best day of fishing we had was this day, which I will post pictures of in a bit. Again it was only because of a local who showed me what to use and how to use it that we limited out within hours, with 10lb + fish. There is no doubt in my mind I could have stood on that shore all day long and cought 1 fish after another, but there is a limit and I'm also ethical - so, I happily ended my day with what I was allowed.
About the towns:
Anchorage. I was only in Anchorage for about 14 hours (over the course of 2 days). My genereal perception of it the 2 days that I was there is that it was overcast and rainy (which I actually like when I know the mountains are near by), next to the ocean which I also like a lot, and when the clouds broke the view of the surrounding peaks was incredible, and of course it's proximity to all the outdoor possibilities is awesome. All that being said I could easily live there and given the right opportunity - my bags would be packed in a second.
Soldotna. This is a great little town for the sportsman, cause as far as I could tell there isn't much else for someone to do. The Kasilof runs right through town, so you could easily ride your bike to some of the best fishing anywhere.
Kenai. Maybe it was because we hadn't been fishing yet that day. Maybe it was becuase it seemed like we were in an area flatter than Fargo. Or maybe it was knowing that we were going to have to back track the same highway for the next couple hours to get to the fishing. I don't know, but all I could think of when I finally got to this town was I couldn't get the hell out of there. I still wouldn't care if I never made it back to visit.
Homer. Very nice looking town and a great view of Glaciers across the Bay. Knowing how inaccessible the other side is makes it even more impressive. There is a neat little area out in the bay that you drive out onto. Lots of people fishing there and charters available for Halibut (the real big fish) if desired. We didn't go on any charters. Possibly the best part about Homer is drive going to Homer, I can't remember exactly how many miles before - maybe about 10 and all the way in, everywhere you look is a postcard view. Absolutely beautiful. Flowers all around. Flowers of all sorts of colors, dramatic mountains with panoramic views.
Seward. There was something about Seward and that day and a half I was there that I hope never leaves my mind. It was amazing. For starters the wind and rain were unbelievable. Incredibly strong, it was equivalent to the power of a prairie thunderstorm and being right next to the water and mile 0 of the Iditarod, which is where the little RV parking area is, was almost like a sensory overload. It was one of those moments when you are standing somewhere so out of your realm, almost out of body and wonder where am I, I can't believe this place exists.
The surrounding glacial peaks are incredible, the atmosphere of the town is very touristy, but that wouldn't bother me a bit. I would absolutely love to live in Seward mainly because of its beauty (both the geologic and character) and its proximity to the amazing hunting and fishing. All that it would take for me to go to Seward would be for my wife to give the OK and I would be there.
Thats enough, if I haven't bored you to death already. I hope you found it enjoyable and I guess I will have to post the pictures tomorrow, as I cannot access them right now. Sorry.
Tuesday, April 15, 2008
blogger confessional
Alright,
There is something I should tell all of you.
It is a dream of mine to have a successful blog, one that people come to and read and get something out of... whether it be knowledge or laughter, or in this case laughter and pissing people off.
I would like to be able to live where ever I want, doing acupuncture from a bungalow in the south pacific or caribbean and not have to worry about making money from it - because I'm making all I need from the advertisements on my blog.
This idea started with a joint effort on a site called http://www.thedailyskunk.com/
This is something that Kidpurple, myself and a few others have made into a site full of all kinds of random useful and useless information. It is still up and running and drawing in new users occasionally - who usually get a flogging, praise or indifference from the regulars, depeneding on the new users post.
Then there was another blog, which I would like to post here but won't for various reasons - that was based on videos - NO, not porn. It was created on a drunken night in St. Paul and some serious towel fighting that was recorded (yes, very immature - yet very funny). There was a group of people who carried this out and started making more videos to post, but unfortunately we never got those videos and one of the key players is gone from the area now, so we let the site expire.
Anyway, Very funny and generated many views to my knowledge.
Now, my next endeavour - check it out please.
And I will tell you, you who are my friends - on this new blog I write in jest, so please do not get offended by the things I write.
My hopes are to get a wide audience and keep them laughing and coming back for more.
So feel free to give me your honest opinion. Honesty is all that matters, I can take it.
Thanks
http://igeneralize.blogspot.com/
There is something I should tell all of you.
It is a dream of mine to have a successful blog, one that people come to and read and get something out of... whether it be knowledge or laughter, or in this case laughter and pissing people off.
I would like to be able to live where ever I want, doing acupuncture from a bungalow in the south pacific or caribbean and not have to worry about making money from it - because I'm making all I need from the advertisements on my blog.
This idea started with a joint effort on a site called http://www.thedailyskunk.com/
This is something that Kidpurple, myself and a few others have made into a site full of all kinds of random useful and useless information. It is still up and running and drawing in new users occasionally - who usually get a flogging, praise or indifference from the regulars, depeneding on the new users post.
Then there was another blog, which I would like to post here but won't for various reasons - that was based on videos - NO, not porn. It was created on a drunken night in St. Paul and some serious towel fighting that was recorded (yes, very immature - yet very funny). There was a group of people who carried this out and started making more videos to post, but unfortunately we never got those videos and one of the key players is gone from the area now, so we let the site expire.
Anyway, Very funny and generated many views to my knowledge.
Now, my next endeavour - check it out please.
And I will tell you, you who are my friends - on this new blog I write in jest, so please do not get offended by the things I write.
My hopes are to get a wide audience and keep them laughing and coming back for more.
So feel free to give me your honest opinion. Honesty is all that matters, I can take it.
Thanks
http://igeneralize.blogspot.com/
I owe you one
I forgot that I owe you guys (or someone) a little story about my travels... Specifically, my trip to AK.
I will try and work on that tonight.
It inovolves an RV, the Kenai peninsula, fishing and some beautiful scenery.
I will try and work on that tonight.
It inovolves an RV, the Kenai peninsula, fishing and some beautiful scenery.
Monday, April 14, 2008
Marketing
I'm trying to figure out what I should do for some marketing. There are so many options and they all cost quite a bit of money (relatively speaking).
So, if you could please help me out by giving me your vote in the latest poll, plus some advice on what you think would be the most effective way to spread the word, I would appreciate it very much.
Thanks and have a great day!!
So, if you could please help me out by giving me your vote in the latest poll, plus some advice on what you think would be the most effective way to spread the word, I would appreciate it very much.
Thanks and have a great day!!
Thursday, April 10, 2008
last poll
Alright, the results of the last pole show some interest mainly in my travels (which haven't been much lately), so I will delve into past travels. Starting with Alaska. I will have to work on that this weekend.
There was also some moderate interest in my favorite recipes, wellness, and places I want to go. So, since these are also things that I have much interest in, I will be posting on them as well.
Thanks to all 3 of you for taking my poll.
" In a word: pleasure. It's like, my pleasure in other people's leisure. "
There was also some moderate interest in my favorite recipes, wellness, and places I want to go. So, since these are also things that I have much interest in, I will be posting on them as well.
Thanks to all 3 of you for taking my poll.
" In a word: pleasure. It's like, my pleasure in other people's leisure. "
Monday, April 7, 2008
Great Lyrics - Xavier Rudd
you people saving whales,
giving your thanks to our seas
my respect to the ones in the forest,
Standing up for our old trees
Them giving food to the hungry
giving hope to the needy
giving life to a baby
giving care for free
there is freedom around us
We have everything we need
I will care for you
because you care for me
we all have opinions
Some of them get through
But there’s better people
With more good to do.
what I have could be a message
or just some words from my heart
My respect to the ones making changes
For other lives they’ll give their own
well our world it keeps spinning
round and round it goes
Human nature keeps spreading it's disease
And our children keep growing up with
what they know from what we teach
and what they see
And it’s only a question of the time we have
And the lives that our children will lead
they can only keep growing up with
what they know from what we teach
and what they see
giving your thanks to our seas
my respect to the ones in the forest,
Standing up for our old trees
Them giving food to the hungry
giving hope to the needy
giving life to a baby
giving care for free
there is freedom around us
We have everything we need
I will care for you
because you care for me
we all have opinions
Some of them get through
But there’s better people
With more good to do.
what I have could be a message
or just some words from my heart
My respect to the ones making changes
For other lives they’ll give their own
well our world it keeps spinning
round and round it goes
Human nature keeps spreading it's disease
And our children keep growing up with
what they know from what we teach
and what they see
And it’s only a question of the time we have
And the lives that our children will lead
they can only keep growing up with
what they know from what we teach
and what they see
Thursday, April 3, 2008
phone + toilet =
Dead phone.
I dropped my phone in the toilet.
So, if any of you have tried calling and are wondering why I never answer, now you know.
I check my email all the time though and my voice mail so you can still leave a message.
I dropped my phone in the toilet.
So, if any of you have tried calling and are wondering why I never answer, now you know.
I check my email all the time though and my voice mail so you can still leave a message.
Wednesday, April 2, 2008
Poll results
75% of you said my blog isn't boring - thank you, you are too kind.
25% of you said to do more polls - so I will make that a weekly thing if possible.
25% of you said to do more polls - so I will make that a weekly thing if possible.
Tuesday, April 1, 2008
We are Moving!!
I just got offered and I accepted a full time job as an acupuncturist up in Anchorage!!
The pay is really good and we have been thinking about it for a while anyway.
So, we will packing up here and be there by the beginning of May.
Anyone need a well kept house in south central Bismarck?
I will fill you all in on the rest of the details soon.
The pay is really good and we have been thinking about it for a while anyway.
So, we will packing up here and be there by the beginning of May.
Anyone need a well kept house in south central Bismarck?
I will fill you all in on the rest of the details soon.
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