tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-84752992024-03-07T14:18:54.863-05:00The Price Crew DiariesThe adventures of the dazed and confused...darpricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11102240880083674961noreply@blogger.comBlogger414125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8475299.post-7624475492947777332015-03-13T14:59:00.000-05:002015-03-13T14:59:15.305-05:00Racism and the 21st Century...I'm sure this comes as no surprise, but racism in America does in fact exist. It is still a problem, though, it is not the problem everyone thinks it is.
Yes, the SAE frat at OU (and possibly other campus') was/is racist. They were WRONG. They are ignorant people blindly following a path of intended ignorance (because, let's be honest, in this day and age, we see things daily that should change the bold, all encompassing generalizations that are the root of racism...so, not "seeing" the hipocrisy is INTENTIONAL). Yes, this ignorance is not the province of the uneducated or of purely the rich or the poor, but has no actual boundaries.
The worst to me however, is how things like the SAE chant actually BREED MORE RACISM. Hate does not combat hate; they are simply the same. So, is my pointing out that SAE members involved in that hateful chant ignorant changing them? No, it doesn't. However, I know that this type of wanton stupidity will only change when it is exposed blatantly to some of these individuals, and even then, it won't always work. At the same time though, there are people who can be swayed. They can follow a path led by great individuals such as Ghandi and MLK. A path of love (or at least tolerance), and not violence or hate.
For example, a friend of mine posted on FB today how the people who worked at SAE (and to a degree, I suppose he sees supported SAE) and stood up for how they were treated by members of SAE, should be "put in a fire and burn because they can all go straight to hell!"
This is hate. Hate of someone who just was working for a living and through no fault of their own are now out of a job. It is the same hatred that allowed for such a disgusting chant to be created. It is the same hatred that caused two Ferguson policemen to be gunned down, because they were police. This is the same racist hatred that perpetuates this ignorance.
And, since the media has created such turmoil and fed on such emotion and hatred in order to get ratings and create "racist" issues, let's talk about Ferguson for a minute. I understand the desire to say Mike Brown was a victim. But no one argues that if he hadn't been wrong to begin with, the officer wouldn't have stopped to say anything. However, let's not forget why kids from poor backgrounds have longer arrest records and lack of respect for authority and such. So, when we look at the history of why African Americans and Latinos get longer penalties for things, they also <b>*tend*</b> to have longer rap sheets. However, this doesn't make it a <b>*racist*</b> issue. Yes, historically, (and continuing today), minorities make up the majority of the poorest sections of the communities. However, as we erode the middle class, this is changing. To say, think, or feel, that these issues ONLY happen to minorities is not the case. It IS in my opinion the case, that deadly exchanges with police occur more in minorities. This is primarily because most of the poor minorities have been dealing with these issues for generations, while for most caucasians, this is pretty new...and before this, they were taught respect of police. So, do white people get shot by police? Absolutely. Does it happen less? Absolutely. But, at least part of the reason is that they aren't charging police and instigating reactions. At the end of the day, how does killing police help this cause? Root cause here is how do we provide <b>*hope*</b> to these people? How do we recreate the American Dream of starting with nothing and at least moving INTO middle class? How do we deter criminals in these environments as being role models? All of these items are far more significant to changing this environment for EVERYONE than the few bad police. By the way, I won't spend a lot of time on this, but I understand the outrage in Trayvon Martin's case. I understand why he would feel he should go on offensive instead of going inside...but I also understand why so many people DON'T. This understanding gap needs to be corrected in society. THIS is a major problem.
Now, Eric Garner. Again, I can understand his reaction and feeling like he was being harassed. I understand the police trying to do their jobs. Does anyone REALLY feel these officers wanted to hurt or kill Eric Garner? That these police were looking for an occasion to kill someone, let alone a minority, or even more specifically an African American Minority? They were called out to break up a fight (which Garner had already done) and were asking people to disperse to avoid further issues. This is where the trouble began. Again, Garner could have left and there is no issue. The police could have backed down, and there is no issue. Neither did and it escalated. THIS IS THE PROBLEM. This is NOT RACISM. It is behavioral, and the media (and society buy in to it EVERY SINGLE TIME) treats it as racial. Let's figure out how to solve the ROOT OF THE PROBLEM rather than call it racial and assume one or the other side is wrong.
So, let's stop treating every issue as racial. Let's address the root cause, which is poverty, hope and our dead American Dream and make these solutions available to EVERYONE. This can't happen until we stop taking the racial bait when race isn't an issue, and we stop treating actual racism with further acts of racism and prejudice.<div class="blogger-post-footer">Thanks for reading</div>darpricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11102240880083674961noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8475299.post-66713859805066385172015-02-04T15:09:00.002-05:002015-02-04T15:09:44.906-05:00Life...So, I'm not sure whether to categorize the various things as being good or bad...they are just life. Basically, I've been running a gamut of emotions, while at the same time, truly enjoying things and being in a very good place in life right now - basically, very happy. So, what are these "various things" which seem very strangely inconsistent? Well, sit right back and let me tell you...
My kids: They are great and I couldn't be more proud of each of them...however, the oldest will graduate undergrad later this year, the middle will graduate high school and has some big plans for college and college career. Youngest is very bright and seems to be very happy with his high school tenure so far. He's also going to move to Junior year soon, so he too doesn't have too much time left in school and at home. So, all seems very good, right? The downside is I already miss them. ALL of them. It isn't that I'm not seeing them enough, (I actually am seeing them MORE than I have been able to do the last few years); it's all that frankly, I know I'm going to miss all the little things that happen daily now and I'm already beginning to mourn their loss.
Work: Started a new job fairly recently. Things are good and I see a bright future both with this place and personally. I'm truly nervous and excited about the things I see coming up! Downside? Things are also very slow moving, but I can already tell that when they need to move, they will need to fly (which can be very exhausting).
Money: I do fine. But, I'm still behind. Not really a spending issue, but not something that makes me happy. Just not the best idea to truly make enough that I should be doing well and being comfortable, yet still not be. In the end, this area is probably my most depressing, especially since I tend to spend to help with it.
Love: Ah love. Love life is always up and down. Still weird for me to be "dating" since up until a few years ago, I didn't date and hadn't dated since I was 19. Even then, I only dated a grand total of 3 years. So, it is strange. I meet nice people and have great times, but can't seem to find that right match...and I really don't want to be dating. I want a relationship. I want something grounded. I know it'll happen, but my marriage is still my only long term relationship. On top of that, this spinning cycle makes me think of the few women who I truly felt something long term could have been in the cards, and the timing then was just off. So, now what? It really doesn't pay for either of us to revisit those roads, but again, I don't want to keep feeling like I have a revolving door.
In the end, I KNOW these things are all as good as they can be. In general, these things are all moving in positive directions. But, as anyone with depression will tell you, there's always something...<div class="blogger-post-footer">Thanks for reading</div>darpricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11102240880083674961noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8475299.post-57180520363107087852014-11-14T13:43:00.000-05:002015-02-04T15:12:30.573-05:00The Puppy...My baby girl is 16 as of a couple days ago. No longer truly a puppy; nearly blind, deaf, arthritic, she's still an amazing (if oftentimes annoying) companion. When my baby passes, I have absolutely no idea what I'll do. So, here's to my Minnie! Love you baby girl!
<bold>UPDATE:</bold> Minnie did pass away about a week or so after this post. She went peacefully, at home, with her family around and a wonderful vet team taking care of her. Still makes me sad to think about it...and I find myself at the times when she was always around, wondering where she is, before I have to catch myself and realize she won't be there. This still happens; daily; and it's been months since I originally made this post.
<div class="blogger-post-footer">Thanks for reading</div>darpricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11102240880083674961noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8475299.post-69584612658674126162014-11-11T15:54:00.002-05:002014-11-11T15:54:30.312-05:00We're baaaaack...So, after a long hiatus, I've decided to restart this blog...so, stay tuned for more embarrassment and child harassment!!!<div class="blogger-post-footer">Thanks for reading</div>darpricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11102240880083674961noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8475299.post-25271378573247295712009-07-24T13:35:00.002-05:002009-07-24T13:38:03.316-05:00Youngest Wedding Preview...Why do I think <a href="http://www.boingboing.net/2009/07/23/massive-dance-number.html">this</a> will be a preview of the youngest's wedding entrance when the time comes? Hmmm, go figure...<br /><br />Enjoy!<div class="blogger-post-footer">Thanks for reading</div>darpricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11102240880083674961noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8475299.post-74714125707119798182009-06-10T14:13:00.007-05:002009-06-11T17:00:44.365-05:00<div class="blogger-post-footer">Thanks for reading</div>darpricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11102240880083674961noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8475299.post-427927758626790262009-04-12T14:10:00.003-05:002009-04-12T14:13:56.881-05:00The Butt Juice Incident...Last day at my sister's, things are (supposedly) settling down. From what to my wondering ears should I hear, but children, downstairs screaming when they've been sent to be sleeping...<br /><br />Apparently, the youngest "butt juiced" the middle's pillow. Yes, the pillow case had been touched by bare butt action. After appropriately discussing how this should not happen, I offered the middle child the youngest's pillow. The response?<br /><br /><font color=red>Middle: No thanks. I put boogers all over that one...</font><br /><br />Why did I have children again? Oh yeah, because their "cute".<div class="blogger-post-footer">Thanks for reading</div>darpricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11102240880083674961noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8475299.post-7441375806431424742009-04-09T20:12:00.003-05:002009-04-09T20:21:17.354-05:00Trip to the store...So, hanging with the cousins this week (Gray family) for spring break. The middle child and the nearest cousin convince me they should go to Target to buy a video game. Now, I know my child has money for the game, but the cousin? Not really sure on the cash situation and/or their parents willingness to allow the purchase. Being the good uncle, I decide it doesn't matter what they think (I mean, I'm only here for a couple more days anyway, right?). So, I check on the cash situation...<br /><br /><font color=blue>Me: So, do you have cash for this game?</font><br /><font color=-red>Cousin: Well, I have a $40 gift card. That should be enough and if not, I have some money so it should be fine.</font><br /><br />Now, the "it should be fine" part frazzled me, but you know, I decided to take the chance. At the checkout, here is the story...<br /><br /><font color=purple>Checkout lady: The total will be $30.50. How would you like to pay?</font><br /><font color=red>Cousin: Here is a gift card. One of these has $40 on it. (hands one of two gift cards over)</font><br /><font color=purple>Checkout lady: Well, it isn't this one. This one only has $0.14 on it. (Takes the other card). Nope, not this one either. This one has $4.00 on it. You're total is </font><br /><font color=red>Cousin: Hmm. Well, here's this (hands a wad of cash). It's $21.00...</font><br /><br />(right about now I'm smacking my forehead)<br /><br /><font color=red>Cousin: I'd have more if my uncle had let me bring the change...I had $4.00 in change...</font><br /><br />(Checkout lady rolling her eyes at me...we've both done the math and it don't add up...needless to say, the little urchin owes me money...)<div class="blogger-post-footer">Thanks for reading</div>darpricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11102240880083674961noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8475299.post-23494322789570922892009-04-09T20:10:00.003-05:002009-04-09T20:11:31.541-05:00Things a parent should never have to say to a child...<font color=blue>Me: Child, please stop licking yourself...</font><br /><br />Yes, it was nearly as wrong as it sounds...the child determined good manners to be licking kool-aid off the arm at a tea party...<br /><br />Proud to have that as my child... :)<div class="blogger-post-footer">Thanks for reading</div>darpricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11102240880083674961noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8475299.post-49343136724294517042009-04-06T23:17:00.003-05:002009-04-06T23:18:58.071-05:00OK, even I'm tired of the snow...The two youngest and I are in Michigan for spring break...what do we get? SNOW. The youngest is the only one of the bunch who is actually enjoying this...I mean, it's April for cripes sake...<div class="blogger-post-footer">Thanks for reading</div>darpricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11102240880083674961noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8475299.post-71659314529169605652009-03-07T18:35:00.002-05:002009-03-07T18:38:36.226-05:00AddictedI realize I am behind the times a bit here, but I just recently made a facebook page. I had no idea how much fun it would be. Love catching up with people and old friends. I find it to be quite the addiction. I hear it does ease up a bit with time, but for right now, I can't go very long without checking it......Is there a program for this?<div class="blogger-post-footer">Thanks for reading</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8475299.post-70752717156593831302009-03-02T10:01:00.002-05:002009-03-02T10:11:15.247-05:00SNOW!!!!<a href="http://www.price-crew.com/blog/uploaded_images/DSC01361-761256.JPG"><img style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://www.price-crew.com/blog/uploaded_images/DSC01361-760937.JPG" border="0" /></a> Now I realize, to most of you, this has been a picture of normalcy and torture for the past few months, however, here in GA it's a novelty! Yesterday we got about 4 inches of snow all through out the Atlanta area. Yup, pretty much shut the city down. The kids had a blast playing in it. Though, we are no longer prepared for this kind of weather, so our flimsy gloves and hats had a lot of bouts with the dryer. I did realize just how foreign snow is to our parts when I noticed the 2 neighbor boys were down playing in our yard with just CROCS on.....not the fuzzy ones either! Ok, so we are a little out of touch, but much fun and much hot chocolate was had yesterday. Unfortunately, the snow is mostly gone and the kids had to go to school today.....grumping all the way!<br /><div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer">Thanks for reading</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8475299.post-2012148659441423792009-02-09T09:49:00.002-05:002009-02-09T10:00:58.471-05:00The bestMy hubby is the best!!!! My kids are the best!!! I had the best weekend/birthday!!! I have the best friends!!! As earlier posted, the hubby, family, and friends all surprised me with a surprise visit in GA. It was so nice to see Bean and Ann...not to mention the hysterical laughter, shenanigans, funny pics, libations! :) , fun neighbors and family, bonfires, etc.....<br /><br />I am so lucky to have such wonderful people in my life. I love you all!!! xoxoxoxox<div class="blogger-post-footer">Thanks for reading</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8475299.post-55810129560162675722009-02-08T21:53:00.002-05:002009-02-08T21:56:33.220-05:00Again?!?!?!The youngest came home from school on Friday with a beautiful shiner. When asked:<br /><br /><font color=red>Oldest: How'd that happen?</font><br /><font color=blue>Youngest: I hit a pole at school...</font><br /><font color=red>(Entire family): AGAIN?!?!?</font><br /><br />Needless to say, it wasn't the first time and isn't expected to be the last. Tomorrow, the child is going to school wearing safety glasses...<div class="blogger-post-footer">Thanks for reading</div>darpricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11102240880083674961noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8475299.post-63433016730283304712009-02-08T21:47:00.002-05:002009-02-08T21:53:34.183-05:00Happy Birthday Baby!!!This year, things were kind of hectic for the wife's birthday. Thankfully, I thought ahead. My sister and my wife's best friend Bean were able to trek down for some celebrating. They flew in for the weekend, and it was a total surprise for the wife. I took the day off of work, we went for a nice lunch and were supposed to go to the museum. Unfortunately, that couldn't happen due to timing, which the wife handled well.<br /><br />However, all through lunch, the yahoos were texting me. "I'm on the plane." "Can't find Bean". Yadda, yadda, yadda. Thankfully, the wife thought it was work, so rather than get suspicious, she got mad. This was cleared up after dinner. Susan wasn't even sure we were going to the airport until we were almost parked, at which time, she started looking for packed bags. When I parked in an hourly spot, she knew we must be picking someone up...but still no idea who. When the girls came up the escalator with b-day hats and horns blaring, it was complete. The moment was so touching, that others waiting for someone started clapping. It was nice, and topped off by an even better weekend. So, with HUGE thanks to the girls and their families, it was wonderful.<br /><br />Happy birthday Baby!!!<div class="blogger-post-footer">Thanks for reading</div>darpricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11102240880083674961noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8475299.post-28332508209646851632009-02-01T10:27:00.002-05:002009-02-01T10:33:41.027-05:00Chore Day...<font color=red>Oldest: Dad!!! Come get your shoes!!!</font><br /><font color=blue>Me: I'm busy. Leave me alone or I'm gonna put a foot up your Ass!!! (ala Red Foreman on "That 70's Show)</font><br /><font color=red>Oldest: I hope you don't leave your shoes there too!!!</font><br /><br />Needless to say, the oldest is still running and the wife is still laughing. Oh, happy days.<div class="blogger-post-footer">Thanks for reading</div>darpricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11102240880083674961noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8475299.post-11642537529781626432009-01-20T16:27:00.003-05:002009-01-20T16:29:55.553-05:00Happy Sweet 16!!!The oldest turned 16 today!!! Personally, I never thought it'd happen as the child is definitely the "Mouth of the South", however, she was just cute enough to make it all the way. No, she's not driving yet, but that will happen soon enough. <br /><br />In the meantime, happy birthday to a wonderful young woman. Your mother and I are very proud of you and the person you have become. <br /><br />HAPPY BIRTHDAY AND LET THE BEATINGS BEGIN!!!<div class="blogger-post-footer">Thanks for reading</div>darpricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11102240880083674961noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8475299.post-59846286965401040002009-01-20T16:10:00.002-05:002009-01-20T16:21:12.940-05:00Dawn of a new day...****begin soapbox****<br />Depending on your view point, today is either the dawn of a new day, or just another day in the life. History was made today either way - the first black President was installed. To me, before his speech, I felt it was just another day and time would tell whether this President was the stuff that our modern day legends are making him out to be. After the speech? I'm not sure. I do feel more motivated and invigorated by the speech than any other I've heard short of John F. Kennedy's "Ask not what your country can do for you, but what you can do for your country" speech. In much the same way, that was the message. In much the same way, that's what we must do to succeed. I believe hard choices are coming and hard choices will be made. I believe we are about to see the end of social security (which isn't necessarily bad...I can't think of anyone around my age who believes it will be there for us anyway). I believe many other things taken for granted will be gone. <br /><br />I believe however, that this is a means to an end, but not THE means to the end. By cutting ineffective programs, we will stem the flood. But until people realize they need to pick themselves up by the bootstraps and others decide to help in that process, our own worst fears will continue. I believe in time we'll find out if Barack is a good leader. I believe today however, he proved to be the correct leader at the correct time and his speech did as much to boost that confidence and pride as any I've ever heard.<br />****end soapbox****<div class="blogger-post-footer">Thanks for reading</div>darpricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11102240880083674961noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8475299.post-26255568612307906752009-01-04T20:46:00.002-05:002009-01-04T20:50:12.737-05:00HOT Vacation locations...The wife and I decided to discuss potential vacation spots with the children the other day. Usual locations came to mind - head home, go to Cedar Pointe, sand dunes, etc. One unusual location came up however - to go to the Sahara so we could have raw goat testicles and become real men. Apparently, the rest of our family is happy not being real men (especially since most of them are women); we passed on this opportunity. Thanks so much for the idea Bear Grylz.<div class="blogger-post-footer">Thanks for reading</div>darpricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11102240880083674961noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8475299.post-27025117358402120012008-12-29T17:24:00.002-05:002008-12-29T17:42:49.126-05:00Things to remember about 2009...For us, as I'm sure for many of you, this has been a crazy year. There have been many personal ups and downs as well as those within our communities and nation. Below are some which I want to make note of for the future:<br /><br />The Highs:<br />- Meeting Ted Lindsay<br />- Seeing hockey games at Joe Louis Arena again<br />- Listening to the middle play violin<br />- Watching the youngest in chorus<br />- Watching the youngest recapture enjoyment in playing soccer<br />- No more travelling for work<br />- Barak Obama becoming President<br />- Hillary Clinton NOT becoming President<br />- Watching the oldest become a nice young adult<br />- The Red Wings winning the Stanley Cup<br />- Finally finishing the basement to a useable state<br /><br />The Lows:<br />- Missing the NHL All Star game in Atlanta<br />- My Dad being sick<br />- My Mom having surgery<br />- The wife's step Dad having double knee replacement<br />- The wife's Grandma being sick<br />- The Detroit Lions going 0-16 and <strong>STILL</strong> keeping their current President and GM<br />- Too much work related travel this year<br />- The economic and housing market meltdown<br /><br />Obviously, you can tell that all things considered, we've had an exceptionally good year, with less concerns about the lows and truly being able to enjoy the high points. Hopefully this trend continues for us all next year - not just our crew, but yours too!!! In the meantime, feel free to drop comments on whatever I missed or what are the memorable points with your year!<div class="blogger-post-footer">Thanks for reading</div>darpricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11102240880083674961noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8475299.post-20473166720268570612008-12-28T09:25:00.002-05:002008-12-28T09:31:29.332-05:00Neighborhood Corruptors...Apparently, we are the fun household. We had the neighborhood over for an X-mas party on Christmas eve (previous post can be found <a href=http://www.price-crew.com/blog/2008/12/very-merry-christmas.html>here</a>). Some of the guests are our neighbors from Florida. Now, these two are very sweet. They do however try to torture me and the wife with running with them, which wouldn't necessarily be all bad, but they are running 5 k and I have trouble running to the bathroom...bygones.<br /><br />Anyway, we ran into these two yesterday and they proceeded to inform us they had a good time on X-mas eve (perhaps a bit too good a time). We in turn described our Wii injuries as badges of honor. In the end, they're coming for New Years...and I have a new project for 2009. Let the corruption begin!!!<br /><br />See, I figure I either have to corrupt them to my level or hit them with a car, and not only are they nice, but I don't want to harm my car...its paid off... ;)<div class="blogger-post-footer">Thanks for reading</div>darpricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11102240880083674961noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8475299.post-67589944300227247362008-12-28T09:13:00.003-05:002008-12-28T09:25:20.116-05:00Delayed post...<a href="http://www.price-crew.com/blog/uploaded_images/310-750533.JPG"><img style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px" alt="" src="http://www.price-crew.com/blog/uploaded_images/310-750113.JPG" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br />I've been remiss in posting for far too long as you'll be able to tell by this post, but I have some things to bring everyone up to speed on...<br /><br />Back in October, I took a trip to help my mother after a surgery, (yes, she's doing fine). To thank my sister for her help, I took her and her family to Joe Louis arena for a Detroit hockey game. There just is no place like the Joe for a game. While there, I met Mr. Ted Lindsay - a HUGE hockey hero. Very nice time. This experience did mean however that we needed to take the children to the Joe (especially since they are talking about tearing it down). So, while the family and I were up for Turkey day, we made plans to go to the Joe for a game. In all, there were 11 of us who went and it was everything we'd promised the children.<br /><div align=center><br /><a href="http://www.price-crew.com/blog/uploaded_images/316-799307.JPG"><img style="WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px" alt="" src="http://www.price-crew.com/blog/uploaded_images/316-798833.JPG" border="0" /></a></div><br />It was a blast. In summary, its been a good year. Happy Turkey Day, Merry Ho Ho and here's hoping you all have a great 2009.<div class="blogger-post-footer">Thanks for reading</div>darpricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11102240880083674961noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8475299.post-69942195501327637792008-12-28T09:05:00.002-05:002008-12-28T09:13:09.316-05:00Wii are idiots...and Wii are not addicted...Warning: Wii automatically tries to make the least patient more patient...which ultimately causes sporadic eruptions of anger...very worried about the TV around the middle child...<br /><br />Wii injuries make you feel like you are elderly...wait, maybe I am...at least middle aged elderly...CRAP!!!<br /><br />Wii snowboarding gives you delusions of granduer...it makes you feel like you could actually snow board...Dang you Shawn White!!!! <br /><br />Wii rabbits are cute and cuddly...especially when being shot by toilet plungers (see Raving Rabbits 1 and 2)...<br /><br />Game total: in 3 days, we've played over 25 hours...this is not breaking the group games into individual time (4 players for 1 hour should be 4 hours - many of the games are group) but just clock time and 3 800 mg Motrin (for the wife...I just deal with the pain...LOUDLY)<br /><br />Wii did however get gold in group snowboarding...Mii going to get my coffee so Mii can practice some more...need to get better at the grinding rails...Wii have another target to hit...<div class="blogger-post-footer">Thanks for reading</div>darpricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11102240880083674961noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8475299.post-69871865116648856952008-12-27T07:39:00.002-05:002008-12-27T07:53:20.534-05:00Very Merry ChristmasChristmas was very merry here in the Price household. We started our celebrations with a great neighborhood get together Christmas Eve night. A lot of our neighbors are transplants to the GA area just like ourselves, so I thought it'd be great fun to have a party at our house, and it was. We counted over 30 people at one point! Good friends, good food, good times, and REALLY good sangria Angie made!<br /> <br />Believe it or not, I was the first one up on Christmas, but I get so darn excited about the gifts we get the kids, I can't help it. So after going to bed at 2am, we were up at 6:30 am for gifts. Lots of ohhs and ahhs and AWESOMES were heard. But the best came when, seemingly, all the gifts had been opened, and we asked the kids if they got all they wished for. They were more than happy with all they had, but we had another surprise for them in the basement! They go racing down the stairs to find the Wii, Wii Fit and several games.<br /><br />WOO HOO!! The kids love it, I love it, hubby loves it........hubby and I are in great pain! I am told it is called Wii arm, and after a week it will get better. Great games, and so much fun, but man am I out of shape!!! Hubby is addicted to the wii fit board with the Shaun White snowboarding and his knee is killing him. <br /><br />I hope everyone had a great Christmas too!!!<div class="blogger-post-footer">Thanks for reading</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8475299.post-40132434686907573902008-12-21T09:47:00.001-05:002008-12-21T09:48:52.070-05:00KarmaKarma has run my ass over.....and not even 24 hours after my snotty blog. We woke up to 40 degree weather today with a low of 18 tonight! Just thought I'd share. xoxoxox<div class="blogger-post-footer">Thanks for reading</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com3