My weekend recap

All I can say is wow!

This weekend the Parkersburg Aerie Eagles hosted the WV State Eagles Convention. There were folks visiting from all over this great state. And of course, after being installed at the new Worthy President, I had to make sure I represented my office well this weekend. I think I did, and I was told I did.

It all started out on Thursday night. This is when most of the 'delegates' or folks form others Aerie's made the trip to Parkersburg. I didn't drink 'much' that night, if only for the fact that I had worked all day and I knew I had to be back at 10:00 am for the opening ceremonies. Lucky, I was able to move my off day around and take Friday off.

On Friday morning we had our opening ceremony, where the VFW came and present our flag. We also heard from the Parkersbur Fire Cheif, the Wood County Sherrif, and the WV State Auditor. I'll admit that at this point of the day I was kind of uneasy. There probably wasn't 5 people in the room within 20 years of my age.

Our official duties ended around 3:00 and I rushed home to get a nap in before the men's dinner at 6:00. Man was that fun!!! Open bar from 6:00-6:30 followed by grilled ribeyes. Here's where my comfort level began to return to normal. These guys were impressed that we had a young guy that was willing to step up and help out in his club. They were actually excited to see it!

After the dinner we all retired to the social room where everyone drank to our hearts desire. At 11:00 Chris and I retired to the 'hospitality' room at the Knight's Inn where there was another open bar from 11:00-1:00. Man, can these 'seniors' drink! lol

I made it home around 1:30 Saturday morning, only to get back up at 8:30 in time to get decked out in my 'Sunday's' best and get back to the club by 9:30 for another meeting. This one wasn't as long and I was on my way out the door around 2:00.

I went striat back home for some more R&R, only to return to the club by 5:00 for the joint dinner at 6:00. Here's where I laid eyes on a very sexy girl at the bar on my way into the banquet room. I jokingly mentioned to one the the bartenders that I wanted her name and number! More on this later...

The banquet went well, but a little drawn out. This person, thanking that person, this person, wishing this person well, etc. I couldn't get up and leave. I had my office to uphold.

The banquet ended by 7:30 and we all headed to the bar for more drinking (do you see the pattern here?). When I got to the bar, the bartender I was speaking to earlier said "Hey - that lady over there wants to meet our President". That lady was none other than that very sexy girl that was sitting at the bar earlier! I could not beleive it! How could she want to meet me??? ;-?

She had a few 'older' men hanging around her for most of the evening. I never felt comfortable enough to go up and talk to her. While I was making my rounds introducing myself to the 'delegates' and guests, she walked up behind my and introduced herself! I loved that!

Well, once that I found out that the 'older' men were her mom's boyfriend and family friends, I spent the rest of my evening over there talking with her and getting to know her. She has to rank in my top 3 most b-e-a-utiful women I've ever had a chance to talk to - at least in my 'are-we-interested' state of mind.

Alright, no more about her - I'll just leave it at this - I'm going to Fairmont this weekend to take this girl out! SMOKING!!! ;-)

Today I once again had to make it up to the club to say my good-byes to all the vistors and 'delegates'. I think I made it home around 1 or so and immediately took a 2 hour nap. When I woke up I headed to town to pick up some supplies and Big Red texted me and told me not to eat dinner, that Brian was picking up steaks to grill out and wanted me to come over and swim.

I got over there aorund 5:30, swam for a few hours, at a kick-butt steak, then watched episode 2 of season 2 of True Blood!!! OH YEAH baby! Bring this new season on! I absolutely love this show!

So now that I've typed all of this out (and no doubtedly bored you to death) I'm sitting here nodding off to sleep.

Good night all and thanks again for reading!!!

Take care!

I LOVE MY LIFE

A little freaked out...

Okay - so I've asked all who is reading my rantings and ravings to add me as a friend, but I've only had a few responses...
Yet, there were 8 readers today alone - 17 since yesterday!
WHO are all you people! LOL
I know all my friends don't get on here and read this stuff....so why aren't you adding me as a friend?

OK - let's put it this way - send me a message and/or add me as a friend if you want to continue following my life stories....I'm seriously thinking about turning this blog into 'Friend's only'. Sorry, but I don't know who's reading and it's freaking me out! LOL

To all my regular readers that are my friends already - I apologize...I just really want to know where all of these readers are coming from!

Unless the old saying is true - "Curiosity killed the cat"! Then I don't want to know.

Take care everyone! Have a good night!

I love my life...

What a great end to an awesome weekend...I just got back from hanging out at the Wolfe's house watching the Season 2 premier of True Blood. More on that later.

My weekend started out with the normal list of chores...I mowed grass Saturday, cleaned up around the house, etc. I then headed over to the Eagles to grab a bite to eat and get my drinking started early. Actually I had been drinking since 1ish, when I was mowing.
I ate a good steak at the club and drank 1 pitcher of beer before the Murray's got there and provided me with some drinking buddies.
After they drank their bucket, we headed to my house to ditch my truck, then headed to Six Pence to listen to Jinx'd rock out!!! I really enjoyed the band that nite. They learned my new favorite song "Hate My Life" a few weeks ago and I managed to talk them into singing it during the first set. I love that song and they do a great job singing it.
The beer continued to flow as we jammed to the band...there was even a new bartender there that was SMOKING HOT! Funny story there...earlier in the evening Big Red and I were outside the bar smoking...and we were commenting on a purple van parked there. Our buddy JJ drived a purple van, Red calls it his 'Barney Mobile'. While we were making fun of it, this hot chick comes over and gives us grief for picking on her van! lol It was too funny. Later in the evening, it comes to find out that she is our bartender for the nite. But sadly, she has a boyfriend, so I didn't do any major persuing last nite! ;-( But it's always nice to mingle!
By mid-night I was so drunk that I knew I was going to be sick...but as everyone else was still in the partying mood, I said my goodbyes and walked home (it only took me 10 minutes to get there)...I like living close to bars like that.
I woke up this morning feeling horribly hung-over. I even thru-up around 11 am. So I knew I was pretty trashed last nite. I didn't have much hopes of having a productive day today.
I grabbed a quick bite to eat, took a shower, then headed to work for a few hours. I actually had an enjoyable time at work today. 3 hours of undisturbed peace and quiet. I was able to get a lot done. Plus, I sort of restored some of my interest in the job. Lately it had be lacking - we haven't exactly been doing the type of work that I signed up for. But today was the type of work that I enjoy doing. This week should be a great week for me!
After a quick stop at Tracey's to catch up, I headed out to the Wolfe's around 8ish to meet up with them and the Murrays to watch the season premier of Season 2 of True Blood. The show picked up right where it left off. I really enjoyed the show, and of course there are more twists and story lines to follow. I'm really going to enjoy our new Sunday True Blood parties.
Now after all this ranting and raving, you're probably wondering why my Subject line says "I love my life...".
While I was sitting there watching tv tonite, I was reflecting on the weekend past and I realized that I have a really good life! I know I've been down in the dumps lately, kind of self-loating pissed at the world attitude. But sitting there with my good friends (all of whom went out last nite with me) I realized that I am truely lucky to have them! I also have a great job, great family, nice things to call my own! Yes, I may not have the girl friend part worked out - but so what! I have so much else to be thankful for!
So here's to you my good friends - THANKS for being there for me!

I really do love my life!!!

I really hope I can keep up this good attitude for the week ahead! ;-)

Take care everybody! Thanks again for reading!

No reason!

Hey there blogites: I saw where I had over 20 visitors to the blog since yesterday I just wanted to write and say thank you for your support! It does help knowing that my ranting and ravings are enjoyed by you! If you're reading this and not on my friends list, then please add me! For whatever reason, I'm glad you're reading! Now on to the blogging: Today was work as normal. I set my alarm for 5:50 with a goal of getting to work by 6:30, of course a few snoozes later and I rolled into work at 8:30. I did my normal 3+ mile run at lunch! Then I headed to the tanning bed - hey, my top friend on here told me to start going, so I did! Now I'm tanner than her! LOL Then I met up with the Murrays and Brothers over at the Eagles for the Fish Fry and BEER! ;-) Brian and I ended the nite by ourselves. Now that I'm Pres over there, I'm finding it increasingly difficult to just drink and relax there! Everyone has a problem and/or complaint that they think the Pres can fix. I guess I'll need to find another place to get drunk and relax! I'm only kidding! It's a great club and I want it to do great! Well, I better get to bed! Back to the grind tomorrow! Thanks for reading everyone! Again, add me if I'm not already your friend! Take care!

Clear the air

Okay ladies: I'm calling a truce! In the last few days I've been called an ass, arrogant, selfish, coinceeded, etc. I a few of those things yes, let's be honest, I never was 'Prince Charming' or anything! ;-) I have been ranting on here about playing and hating, and those friends that truely know me, know that it's all talk on my part! A friend told me that I'd be back to 'Prince Charming' before too long! That I just needed to rant and rave and get those horrible relationships from my past out of my head! And she's right, I'll be back to my 'door mat' ways before too long! But there I go again, being my arrogant, selfish, ass again! But seriously, I don't harbor anymore hard feelings towards the ladies anymore! Not that I ever did anyways to all you ladies on my friends list! A few of you have really helped me get through my last few head cases that I've dated. I swear I must attract them! ;-) Even still, some of you have been there for me for a LONG time! You know who you are! I really appreciate your support! If it weren't for all of you, I don't know where I'd be right now. For those of you that remember 6-7 years ago, without your support, I'd prolly be married living a horrible life in Germany right now! OMG! I don't even want to think about that! ;-) Thanks again! ;-) Peace out!

Poker!

Well I had a great turn out at the Eagles tonight. It wasn't our record of 41, but second place ain't always that bad - we had 35 degenerate gamblers come and play.

I actually forced myself to play this time. The past three months I felt too over whelmed to play because of all the stress involved with making sure the tourney runs smoothly.

I just felt more at ease tonight, so I decided to play. I ended up cashing in 5th place for $35 and also snagging 3 $5 bounty chips. So I doubled my money for the night and was able to play some POKER for the first time in a few weeks.

There were a lot of new players here tonight...which means that the word is growing. I did like a comments from a guy that has been to a few of these games by now...he said that my game is the best run game in Parkersburg. That made me feel really good. I take a lot of pride out of everything that I do! So the fact that I have 35-40 people showing up and expecting me to provide them with entertainment and amusement is AWESOME!

I would love to be a tournament director in Vegas. I don't know why, I'm really not a bad poker player, but I just enjoy managing the tourneys...who knows maybe one day I'll be able to run larger games.

Well, I'm in desperate need of some sleep.

I see that there have been MANY more blog readers...so either 1 person is reading my blog OVER and OVER again, or people are actually starting to catch on to my ONLINE DIARY!

I hope you all have a GREAT weekend!

Take care!

One last time!

Ok, so today I'm told by a 'friend' that I've been too negative on here toward women. This 'friend' said I need to "be a lover, not a figher".

That's a bunch of B.S. women and you know it!

The 'lover' is left alone at the bar while the woman goes home with the 'fighter'! I've seen it and experienced it way too many times!

Remember - your sex started this (read the prior blogs)! I'm just going on the offense for the first time in my life!

I'm done allowing women to live with me , paying for their bills , supporting them while they go to school , etc. I'm no longer an 'easy mark' to be played like a violin .

I want to enjoy my time on this planet, not be miserable and obsessed with finding 'Ms. Right'.

Why was I in the first place? Who knows!

Maybe because that was what was expected of me! Put yourself in my shoes:

I had a great 4-year military career,
I graduated from college in the top 10% of my class
I have a job, with GREAT pay, benefits, time off etc
I own my own home (3 bedrooms with plenty of room for a family)
I own an awesome truck and four-wheeler
I am athletic (been running 3+ miles 3-4 times a week)
I am healthy (lost 10% of my body weight in 4 months)
I am in the best shape of my life since I was in basic training
and I was just elected President of the Parkersburg Eagles (no small feat).

But yet, what do I get asked EVERY single time I run into family or friends whom I haven't see in awhile?

"Are you married yet?"

Are you f*ing kidding me?

With all my accomplishments, worldly possessions, good friends that I've met -- it's still not enough that I haven't been married yet!!!!

So maybe that will explain to everyone why I'm not looking for Ms. Right anymore....just Ms. Right-now (if even that).

Oh, and to top it all off this 'friend' just told me that they had been told that I'm an 'ass'. I mean honestly! Of course this 'friend' wouldn't tell me who told them that. All I know it was a man AND a women. I didn't have the heart to tell this 'friend' what I've heard about them. I just closed out of the text message box and will delete them from my friends on Myspace. I don't like having false facts dangled in front of me like a carrot.

I've been very nice to women in my past. TOO NICE! That is my problem. But I guess the rumors have already started - I'm an 'ASS'! Watch out!

If I'm an 'ass' so much, why have I had 2 ex's in the last two months e-mail me and try to get me to go back out with them? It doesn't matter! I am an 'ass' this summer! That's fine, I can deal with that!

If this doesn't make sense to you, then you should just delete me as your friend from Myspace and I won't bother you anymore! But this blog will continue!

Thanks for reading to all of my 'true' friends and family!

LOVE YOU ALL!

Tell me about yourself - survey

Name: Jr.
Birthday: January 23rd
Birthplace: Parkersburg, WV
Current Location: Parkersburg, WV
Eye Color: Blue
Hair Color: Blonde
Height: 6'-2"
Right Handed or Left Handed: Right
Your Heritage: West Virginia - been in Virginia since 1700's.
The Shoes You Wore Today: Sandles
Your Weakness: Beer
Your Fears: Dying alone
Your Perfect Pizza: Lots of veggies and meats
Goal You Would Like To Achieve This Year: Stay single through 30
Your Most Overused Phrase On an instant messenger: WTF
Thoughts First Waking Up: Do I really have to work today?
Your Best Physical Feature: Been told my lips and/or eyes
Your Bedtime: when I'm tired
Your Most Missed Memory: always miss Vegas!
Pepsi or Coke: Diet Pepsi
MacDonalds or Burger King: McD's
Single or Group Dates: Single
Lipton Ice Tea or Nestea: Lipton
Chocolate or Vanilla: Chocolate
Cappuccino or Coffee: I hate both
Do you Smoke: Cigars, sometimes
Do you Swear: Yes
Do you Sing: Yes
Do you Shower Daily: sometimes twice
Have you Been in Love: Lust
Do you want to go to College: Did that
Do you want to get Married: Not anytime soon
Do you belive in yourself: Always
Do you get Motion Sickness: No
Do you think you are Attractive: Getting there
Are you a Health Freak: I work out - but I do that so I can enjoy food/ber
Do you get along with your Parents: with my mom
Do you like Thunderstorms: Yes
Do you play an Instrument: No
In the past month have you Drank Alcohol: Yes
In the past month have you Smoked: Yes
In the past month have you been on Drugs: No
In the past month have you gone on a Date: Yes
In the past month have you gone to a Mall: Yes
In the past month have you eaten a box of Oreos: No
In the past month have you eaten Sushi: No
In the past month have you been on Stage: No
In the past month have you been Dumped: Yes
In the past month have you gone Skinny Dipping: No
In the past month have you Stolen Anything: No
Ever been Drunk: Yes
Ever been called a Tease: Yes
Ever been Beaten up: No
Ever Shoplifted: Yes
How do you want to Die: In a blaze of glory
What do you want to be when you Grow Up: professional poker player
What country would you most like to Visit: Australia
In a Boy/Girl..
Favourite Eye Color: Blue
Favourite Hair Color: Blonde
Short or Long Hair: Longer
Height: Close to me
Weight: smaller than me
Best Clothing Style: Preppy
Number of Drugs I have taken: 1
Number of CDs I own: Can't count
Number of Piercings: 1
Number of Tattoos: 2
Number of things in my Past I Regret: Just 1 - I shouldn't ignore the writing on the walls!!!