Friday, October 29, 2004

Episode 3

Episode 3 Teaser Poster

While I am not a huge star wars fan, I am not ashamed to say that I have this as my background on my PC, just because it looks cool

Saturday, October 23, 2004

Friday night

-Went to the OH tonight, it was the first time there since january and we had a great time. just a bunch of the guys. I had entirely too much booze ( I think that might have something to do with the 2 trays of shooters that we baught between the bunch of us) but I guess I'm playing poker later on today so that will be ok. The best part is, I didn't pay for most of it as I hit the machine at mikes waiting for the rest of them. Took about $90 out and spent most of it. It was great.

-Forgot about this; Dave, this is something we'll have to get back working on

Sunday, October 17, 2004

Another Update

-Sorry for being so long between updates, but It's just been that quiet around here. I'm working nights so by the time I get home I don't want to be creative. I just want to veg. Espically the past few days, as it's been so busy. 80 calls in about 7 and a half hours is about what I'm averaging. and everyone wants to argue with me.

When you call tech support there are things you should do and things you should not under any cirmantences do

  • DO be in front of your computer with it powered on. Yes, you can be on the phone and have the computer on at the same time. It will not cause a tear in the time/space vortex that will send you and the PC to the land of purple monkeys.
  • DON'T ARGUE WITH THE TECH!!! You are calling me becouse you don't know what the problem is. I am trying to help you, and wish to do so.
  • DON'T LIE TO THE TECH!! This is a big one, even a little white lie will piss me off and you will find that if I am pissed off at you then thw less you will get. I will always do my job on a call, but it's the little extras that you will miss out on. If you really anger me, you will pay the stupid tax of going to see a tech.
People say "You can't be angry becouse people don't know" and there is some truth to that. I am not angry when people don't know, It's when people don't know and don't care to learn that gets my goat. I don't know about anyone else but when I spend a good deal of money on something, I learn how to work it; and by work it; I don't mean anything too technical; just knowing the difference between left and right click would be a treat.

-Went to the Timberwolves game last night; which they lost, but they played what I thought was a decent game. Who didn't have a decent game was the Official BJ Young. Missing Key calls including a hit from behind and a player drawing blood was bad enough; but the best one that I saw was the puck actually leaving the ice; hitting a kid on the top of the head and coming back to the ice, Truro picking it up and bring it back down the ice for a goal. There is no excuse for missing that type of call. These officials keep making these types of idiodic calls and then are brought back the next week. It's terrible, and one of these night is going to lead to something bad happening on the ice when one of this idiots calls leads it out of control.

- @.com is a blog that one of the guys from work has put together. It's a very Tech intensive blog, but if you want to learn, he always seems to have the most detailed articles on what's going on. First time I saw about the Halo 2 leak is on his Blog.

-I've kind of been getting back in to ER this year, after catching last season's season finale. I had to find out what happioned and now I find myself always downloading the next episode to keep up. We'll see if they can keep my interest.

-West Wing update: The new season starts this week, and a article on Canoe.com/jam states that it may last longer then the Bartlett Administration. That would mean an almost full change of the cast that most of the fans have grown to know, almost making a West Wing 2 kind of feel.

Saturday, October 09, 2004

Gmail

PRoblem with g-mail invites...not owrking..will send some out when it is fixed..thanks

Friday, October 08, 2004

Another Year Older and Deeper In Debt

-Yes I know I misquoted the song.

-So as you can see from the new countdown clock; another birthday has passed making me 26. I didn't see things like this when I was 26, but you take what you can get. I spent the day in moncton with Mom and Jamie, who is home for a week or so. I spent way too much money buying some clothes. Finally picked up a new Vest, Although I don't think I'm going to retire the black one just yet. Picked up a really nice knit sweater and finally a sports jacket. Then we went to Chapters and I picked up a few books including "Broken Harts: The Life and death of Owen Hart" I finished this one already. It's an interesting read; The only thing that I can't get over is if Owen wanted out so bad, why hang around so long? Wrestling must be so hard, seems to be a lot to do just for the money.

I also picked up:

Of course the one book that I wanted to get while I was there was nowhere to be found. Maybe once the christmas season finishes up; I'll pick it up.

- Went into Old Navy Today too, I don't see what the big fuss is about. It seemed to be all over-priced stuff with stupid logo's on it. The funny part is I didn't see an simple Old Navy t-shirt anywhere.

-Anyone see the new Britney Spears Video: My prerogative, Bobby Brown must be rolling over in his grave..Just a second...Are you Sure?...Turns out Bobby Brown is not dead, just his career is. Speaking of which, I see that there is a new video from Bobby's former Group, New Edition as well. Bobby; Jump on the bandwagon and hit the road for the reunion tour.

-I just can't fand any decent music to download. That dosen't jive with the fact that I want a MP3 player. I was looking at Ipods and they are just too expensive. I've also heard that the batteries in them don't last past a year. I was looking at a Creative 40GB one at Compucorner, almost did it, but too much $$$. Hopefully the prices will drop in the hard drive based MP3 players after christmas...or I hit the lottery between now and then.

-I also saw the new G5 IMac's today. I really like the way it looks and the screen is beautiful. It will be interesting to see how long they last before burnout happens

-I've got a bunch of G-mail invites again. Just hit the E-mail link and I'll hook you up with one.

-Wow, all the computer and Gadget stuff...Have I become a Geek? I guess so....

-New Winamp Playlist

Wednesday, October 06, 2004

This Is Me

This is a survey that was on the original Dok's Office Webpage. Sitting here bored made me want to update some of it and post it here, so here it is:
Full name: Christopher Lawrence Doyle

Birthday: Oct 8/1978 (but I will accept gifts at anytime)
Hometown: The Black Side of Darkness...Miramichi, NB
Education: James M.Hill High School (graduated June 1996)
NBCC Woodstock (Radio Broadcasting Program, Graduated June 1999)
Employment: ICT: Aliant
Nicknames:Tiny, Dok, and CD

What's on my mouse pad: nothing
Fav Magazines: Blender
Fav Smells: Fresh Bread
Fav Sounds: The right song at the right time
Worst Feeling in the world: trying to decide of you've made the right choice
Best feeling in the world: when you know you have
First thing I think of in the morning: Do I have to get up now...
Roller Coaster, Scary or exciting: depends on my mood
How Many rings to answer the phone: Two
Future Daughter's name: who knows
Future son's name: see above
Fav Foods: Fish and chips, Mac and cheese, Chicken Wings
Chocolate or Vanilla: Vanilla
Do I like to drive fast: I don't drive but I like to go fast
Storms- cool or scary: cool
If I could meet one person dead or alive, Who would it be: I really don't know
Fav Alcoholic Drink: Crown and Pepsi
What is my zodiac sign: Libra
If I could have any job I wanted what would it be: sitting beside Jim Ross on RAW
Ever been in love: Yes
Is the glass half empty or half full: Half full
Fav Movies: The Pelican Brief, Spiderman
Lefty or Righty: Lefty
Do I type with my fingers on the right keys: No
What's under my bed: Boxes of Books
Fav Number: whatever my bank account says
Fav Sport to watch: Wrestling on tv and hockey live


Were you named after anyone? Nope
Do you wish on stars? yep
Which finger is your favorite? Who has a favorite Finger?
When did you last cry? Long time ago
If you were making a movie about yourself, what would the title be? Who Spells Phone with an F?
Do you like your handwriting: I like it....no one else can understand it ......but I like it
Who do you admire?: my friends
What is the #1 priority in your life? to have as much fun as possible
What is your favorite lunch meat: Roast Beef
Any bad habits? I play the VLT's a little too much
What's your most embarrassing CD in your collection right now? I really don't think I have one. I got rid of a lot of them
If you were another person, would you be friends WITH you?: Yes Because I'm cool
Are you a daredevil? sometimes
Have you ever told a secret you swore you wouldn't tell? yes :(
Do looks matter? not as much as a personality
Have you ever misused a swear word and it sounded absolutely stupid? damn yeah
Do you think there is a pot of gold at the end of the rainbow? hopefully
Are you trendy? nope, I'm me
What do you do to release anger? Listen to loud music
Are you passive or aggressive? depends on what it is about
Who is your idol?: I don't know if I have one
Where is your second home? ICT


Do you trust others easily? yes
What was your favorite toy as a child? WWF Wrestling ring and "Spot" the pound Puppy
What class in school do you think is totally useless? French.....10 years and I still can't speak a word
Do you like sappy love songs? Some of them
Have you ever been on radio or television? do you really have to ask?
Do you have a journal? Yes, You're reading it now
Do you like sarcasm? Do I like Sarcasm
Have you ever been in a mosh pit? Nope
Do you feel understood most of the time? yes
Do you know what 'sctief' is?
This is a nonsense acronym found in a bogus feel good survey sent out on the web.
Could you be a vegetarian? nope, not a chance
Would you ever bungee jump? maybe
Do you untie your shoes every time you take them off? nope
What are you worried about right now? Some people around me
Do you ever wear coveralls? Nope
Do you think you are strong: is that the same as stubborn
What's your favorite ice cream flavor? Strawberry
What's your favorite colour? Red and black
What's your least favorite thing in the world? having people I care about mad at me
How many teeth do you have? All of them


Parent's names: Pam and peter
Pets: There is way too many to meantion
Height: 6foot 2
How much do you love your job: I'd like the job if there were less stu...Not computer literate people to talk too
Been to Africa? no
Been toilet-papering? nope
Loved somebody so much it made you cry? yes
Car accident?: nope
Croutons or Bacon Bits: both
2 doors or 4 (on a car): 4
Sprite or 7 Up: Sprite
Favorite Holiday: Christmas.
Favorite Day of the week: whenever i'm off
Favorite Word or phrase: i see...
Favorite toothpaste: crest
Favorite Restaurant: Jungle Jim's
Favorite Flowers: whatever she wants me to buy:)
Preferred Type of Ice: in a rink
Best friend and why: Jessica....there is nothing that she doesn't know...and anything she doesn't all she has to do is ask.
Disney/Warner bros: Disney
Favorite Fast Food Restaurant: Arby's
When was your last hospital visit? Blood Work in June/04
What color is your bedroom's carpet? brown
Have you ever been convicted of a crime? nope...and they will never catch me....haha
Which single store would you choose to max out your credit card? Future Shop
What do you do most often when you are Bored? go online
Name the person that you are friends with that lives the farthest away: Dave
Most annoying thing? people who don't' know when to shut....the....hell....up when they have no clue what they are talking about
Bedtime: when I'm tired
The key to leading a happy fulfilling Life? remembering not to sweat the small stuff.....and let's face it...most of it is small stuff.

Tuesday, October 05, 2004

Vacation Update

-Yes I am on vacation and I love it, I'm not bored yet.

-It's amazing how much money you can spend without leaving the house. I got the Tickets for The Tragically Hip concert in Saint John; The hotel for the evening and then I decided to start my christmas shopping. Retirement Plan 649 can start anytime

-Wrestling fans NEED to find the Jim Cornette Shoot Interview; It's 4 1/2 hours long, but It's great and funny for all the stories that he tells.