OMG!!! It's been an extended week-end of mess. I've been suffereing from killer migrnes ththis week. of course, the fact that I have 2 jobs, and take college courses have something majorly to do with that. Thee migranes were increasing in lenght. I was nautious, and I wasn't thinking proper. After classes, I called in sick at the library, lest I get worse. It proved to be the right thing, as I was tired, and rested for the rest of the night. I needed that.
Saturday, October 30, 2004
Monday, October 25, 2004
It's Been A Few Days Since...
Like the title says, I've been slacking off, or so it appears. Just had a lot to do. Slaved over homework. Today I hate my Quark assignments, and Flash has redeemed itself a little, in my eyes.
Quark is ok, but I really am bored. BORED No phots to manipulate, just text. LOTS of text. I'm BORED. LOL. I'm losing interest, and I have to purt a couple of these projects into the portfolio.
Learned to add Flash elements to Dreamweaver html. That's friggin awesome. I just have two chapers left in the Flash book. Hope the go well.
Here's to progress, and praying Quark will get better.
Quark is ok, but I really am bored. BORED No phots to manipulate, just text. LOTS of text. I'm BORED. LOL. I'm losing interest, and I have to purt a couple of these projects into the portfolio.
Learned to add Flash elements to Dreamweaver html. That's friggin awesome. I just have two chapers left in the Flash book. Hope the go well.
Here's to progress, and praying Quark will get better.
Saturday, October 23, 2004
Changes We Know and Love
Life has placed me through some changes, and thoses changes are somewhat irritating at the moment. As my nosy co-worker changes shifts, I am saddled with a new co-worker. They just pulled this guy from a different dept, and placed him with me. Not to begrudge his opportunities to "advance" (I have to be honest, our job is dead end), but I'm on the apprehensive side about working with him. he's grouchy, blunt, and gets fustrated waaaaay to easy. All I hear is a series of "damn!'s" comming my way, and it's over the simple stuff. Last night he got pissed 'cause someone asked him to do something that was like he used to do in the Shelving Dept. I told him Circulation does a little of everything. That didn't seem to translate too well for him. I think he was insulted.
Hopefully things will get better, and I'll be less cautious around him. Tomorrow, he'll be flying the evening shift solo. I hope he does well. if not, then you'll hear about it in another post. LOL
Hopefully things will get better, and I'll be less cautious around him. Tomorrow, he'll be flying the evening shift solo. I hope he does well. if not, then you'll hear about it in another post. LOL
Wednesday, October 20, 2004
I Am Tired, But I Move On
I am tired, but tonight is another night. I have to keep up my strenght, so I can get home in one piece. LOL
Some of my students want to quit their jobs. I am dismayed, but these students feel like they are at the short end of the stick. They would like to feel like they are not the source of the library's problems. As a whole, I think we the staff fail them. As an individual, there is only so much I can give, without it getting obnoxious.
Annoyed with one co-worker who may have told all of the students gripe to the big boss. If she'd stop trying to please him, she'd be ok. Keep a few things inside. Really.
Some of my students want to quit their jobs. I am dismayed, but these students feel like they are at the short end of the stick. They would like to feel like they are not the source of the library's problems. As a whole, I think we the staff fail them. As an individual, there is only so much I can give, without it getting obnoxious.
Annoyed with one co-worker who may have told all of the students gripe to the big boss. If she'd stop trying to please him, she'd be ok. Keep a few things inside. Really.
Took a Few Days Off, but Now I'm Back
I am happy to be posting again. Had to take a few days off from work. it helped me get centered again. The lab seems to have printer problems today. E-mailed the boss about that. Now it's a wait and see, when the IT people pop in and handle their biz.
Talked to an old friend, who was really a sweetheart. I miss being around her. She's smart and cool, so it's not a waste of time. We talked, and talked, and had fun.
DGA has their meeting today, but I can't leave the lab, as fun as that may seem, esp. when the computers are breaking down on me. LOL. People will be asking for a lab assitant by name!!!!!
Finished my Flash homework today. I also had to submit a topic for web design. I'll be making a web page in Flash for the rest of the month. Forgot when its due.
Talked to an old friend, who was really a sweetheart. I miss being around her. She's smart and cool, so it's not a waste of time. We talked, and talked, and had fun.
DGA has their meeting today, but I can't leave the lab, as fun as that may seem, esp. when the computers are breaking down on me. LOL. People will be asking for a lab assitant by name!!!!!
Finished my Flash homework today. I also had to submit a topic for web design. I'll be making a web page in Flash for the rest of the month. Forgot when its due.
Thursday, October 14, 2004
It's My Week-End Baby!!!!!
Someone asked me if I knew about bloggers. Of course I did, but I didn't give too much away. Can't have him popping his nose in my spot. LOL He heard some obnoxious blog rumors about something. Didn't know what the name of his game was.
Library brain trust decided it was a good idea to close the 3rd floor, so no one could get to the books, as Special Collections movied their stuff to the new library. Their wise and great decision was for Circulation Staff should retireve the books people need. These students only need to research books for their papers. That means at least ten books minimum. There are only 2 staffers at night. The librian at his desk, didn't seem like he was getting off of nothing. Kinda leaves that bitter taste in my mouth.
Well, I'm taking a few days off. So they can move 'till their hearts con'tent. I won;t be here. LOL I suppose it won't be an efficent idea when the brain trust has to do the legwork. Dummies.
Library brain trust decided it was a good idea to close the 3rd floor, so no one could get to the books, as Special Collections movied their stuff to the new library. Their wise and great decision was for Circulation Staff should retireve the books people need. These students only need to research books for their papers. That means at least ten books minimum. There are only 2 staffers at night. The librian at his desk, didn't seem like he was getting off of nothing. Kinda leaves that bitter taste in my mouth.
Well, I'm taking a few days off. So they can move 'till their hearts con'tent. I won;t be here. LOL I suppose it won't be an efficent idea when the brain trust has to do the legwork. Dummies.
It's Thursday
I love Thursdays. I live for Thursdays. Why? "cause I get to sleep late on Fridays. LOL. I have extra energy on Thursdays 'cause I know I have all this free time tomorrow. Ususaly I designate Friday as the day to work on my graduate portfolio. I will do that, and some grocery shopping.
Later this month, I need to buy some shoes. I had these current ones too long. They're comfortable, but they gotta go as my daily foot wear. Gotta get some new hats. The ones I have are on the tired side. That means it's time for some new ones.
I have a Flsh project I ned to do this week-end. i also have a Quark project to complete. Hopefully I'll get it all done.
Spent about 7 mins. Outside. It's nice and warm out there. Earlier it was chilly. It's like living in Orlando again. Nice and warm in the sun. Good and freezing at night. LOL At least in the fall/winter times.
Later this month, I need to buy some shoes. I had these current ones too long. They're comfortable, but they gotta go as my daily foot wear. Gotta get some new hats. The ones I have are on the tired side. That means it's time for some new ones.
I have a Flsh project I ned to do this week-end. i also have a Quark project to complete. Hopefully I'll get it all done.
Spent about 7 mins. Outside. It's nice and warm out there. Earlier it was chilly. It's like living in Orlando again. Nice and warm in the sun. Good and freezing at night. LOL At least in the fall/winter times.
Wednesday, October 13, 2004
Man Do These Projects Get Ya
The animated poem is done, and I hated it last night. Took the file with me to the lab, and redid the thing frames at a time. A lot of copy/paste action, which extended the time proper. Got the music timed with the stop and start buttons. I felt good about that. LOL
I'm beat. I'm ready for bed. Just had to share my completetion. # days of work on one poem.
I'm beat. I'm ready for bed. Just had to share my completetion. # days of work on one poem.
Tuesday, October 12, 2004
Almost Time for a Nap
nearly fell asleep in the lab again. LOL I walked out to take a breather. it did some good. You know when I get home, I'm taking a nap. I need some sleep. At least 30 mins of it.
I get silly when I don't get enough rest, and this Flash project needs to be completed tonight, so i guess I'll make myself stay awake tonight.
I get silly when I don't get enough rest, and this Flash project needs to be completed tonight, so i guess I'll make myself stay awake tonight.
Busy, Busy, Busy, and Tired of it Too.
Man, I have an animated poem to complete. it took me all day to figure out I could animate each staza seperately, and import them into the title page. I felt such great relief to get one part of the material done.
Now, I have to put the ActionScript fuctions on the Flash movie tonight. I also have to add some music to my poem. This will keep me busy unto the wee hours, but I will get it done. All that will be left for Wedbesday, is to tweak the project, and turn it in. Gotta love hard work.
Had to help co-worker with letter to the students concerning behavior at the desk. Don't know if it helps, but tweaking the letter to praise their good work in addition to any problems we may have with them seemed like the right thing to do. I didn't want the letter to seem like we're blaming students for all that goes wrong at the desk.
Gotta go back 2 work. Gotta lab to run, for now.
Now, I have to put the ActionScript fuctions on the Flash movie tonight. I also have to add some music to my poem. This will keep me busy unto the wee hours, but I will get it done. All that will be left for Wedbesday, is to tweak the project, and turn it in. Gotta love hard work.
Had to help co-worker with letter to the students concerning behavior at the desk. Don't know if it helps, but tweaking the letter to praise their good work in addition to any problems we may have with them seemed like the right thing to do. I didn't want the letter to seem like we're blaming students for all that goes wrong at the desk.
Gotta go back 2 work. Gotta lab to run, for now.
Sunday, October 10, 2004
Today is OK
Did my best to be up on time, which I was. Got to the library with ten mins to spare. I'm pleased with that. I am not pleased with the sinus pressure I've been feeling of late. My head hurts like crazy. I don't want the pain. Whne does my relief come in? I'm being a big baby, of course, so I suppose the time will fly.
My brother mentioned how he hates working on Sundays, but I've done it so long. it's a standard. It's not as busy, sometimes more annoying than not, and I feel a little worn down due to my busy scheldue.
I feel like I want to go home though. I'm requesting a couple days off today. Why not, I'm going to need it. I do have the hours to use, so it's not all that terrible.
My brother mentioned how he hates working on Sundays, but I've done it so long. it's a standard. It's not as busy, sometimes more annoying than not, and I feel a little worn down due to my busy scheldue.
I feel like I want to go home though. I'm requesting a couple days off today. Why not, I'm going to need it. I do have the hours to use, so it's not all that terrible.
Saturday, October 09, 2004
ActionScript is a Killer
I'm at the lab, doing what I do best, taking a break from ActionScript. LOL. I like Flash, but these lessons are on the rough side sometimes, and I need a break after each one. I think I'll go to my car, find some loose change, and get some chips. I need something to eat. Perhaps a burger or salad. Whichever one comes to mind when I leave.
I'm having a swell Saturday, since it's been non silly today. Yesterday I helped my mom with her flower beds. She bouth a head of kale, and some mulch, as well as some other flowers I forgot, but they were colorful, and pretty. She also bought some large pots so she could get some of her older plants transferred to a bigger pot. I had to use the hammer to breake the pot out of the original pot. That thing was nearly all root in there. To soften the dirt, I poured water all on the roots, then we transfered that sucker to the big pot. She added more dirt, and i poked the roots to get it to release the dirt it clung to. Ot was a struggle, but I got it done.
The mulch is red, and I wiped my brow, 'cause I was sweaty. My bro said it looked like I was bleading. I had to laugh. The sun, and gardening can be tough, but it was well worth it.
Well, it's back to the final part of chapter 12. Wish me luck (At least it's done before Monday.
I'm having a swell Saturday, since it's been non silly today. Yesterday I helped my mom with her flower beds. She bouth a head of kale, and some mulch, as well as some other flowers I forgot, but they were colorful, and pretty. She also bought some large pots so she could get some of her older plants transferred to a bigger pot. I had to use the hammer to breake the pot out of the original pot. That thing was nearly all root in there. To soften the dirt, I poured water all on the roots, then we transfered that sucker to the big pot. She added more dirt, and i poked the roots to get it to release the dirt it clung to. Ot was a struggle, but I got it done.
The mulch is red, and I wiped my brow, 'cause I was sweaty. My bro said it looked like I was bleading. I had to laugh. The sun, and gardening can be tough, but it was well worth it.
Well, it's back to the final part of chapter 12. Wish me luck (At least it's done before Monday.
Thursday, October 07, 2004
Quark Drama & Other Tales
Of course, I got up, rolled out of bed, and went to my Quark (page layout software) class. Let me start by saying this program is very fustranting, in that getting the nuances down can feel impossible sometimes. Mel didn't come to class today, so i had no one to bounce solutions off. On top of that the Instructor was busy helping other students. Arrrrrgh! Excuse my Charlie Brown moment. This software is my Lucy with a football.
My co-worker saw me looking at bloggs. She was all nosy and shit. I kept it minimal, and didn't explain myself further. She's gonna get up all in the biz, if I let her. I may have to lay low with the entries. I do not like people all in my shit, especially when it doesn't concern them. I'm not writing about her... this time *wink*. LOL
I'm so sleepy, I'm gonna take another five min break outside to get some fresh air. I could fall to sleep at the terminal.
My co-worker saw me looking at bloggs. She was all nosy and shit. I kept it minimal, and didn't explain myself further. She's gonna get up all in the biz, if I let her. I may have to lay low with the entries. I do not like people all in my shit, especially when it doesn't concern them. I'm not writing about her... this time *wink*. LOL
I'm so sleepy, I'm gonna take another five min break outside to get some fresh air. I could fall to sleep at the terminal.
Wednesday, October 06, 2004
Identity Crisis
Here's this funny thing. Some people have been approaching me like they think I'm not a black man. Some people think I'm middle eastern, or at least foreign. I didn't think my look was so international. For the record I am black, born and raised in the US.
It's gotten people all curious and shit. Approaching me with a lot of questions, like "where I'm from" and stuff. It's not a terrible thing at all. I just noticed it more. Of course, I got some disparaging remarks from some people. Fuck 'em. LOL. Only the sensible people count.
It's gotten people all curious and shit. Approaching me with a lot of questions, like "where I'm from" and stuff. It's not a terrible thing at all. I just noticed it more. Of course, I got some disparaging remarks from some people. Fuck 'em. LOL. Only the sensible people count.
It's Like That Now?
I am so tired. As susal, get up, open lab, finish Flas homework. I got fustrated with the "own my own" assignment. It made no sense, or I made no sense of it. I need to rest. that's why me poo brain ain't fuctioning. Other than that it's been pretty much straihgt forward of a day. listening to Toni Braxton this morning. She's ok. I love her music. That's cool.
The lab was empty for a while, but now there is one extra person here to do their work.
It was cold this morning. The past couple of days have been filled with fog in the morning and night. Today was just cold. I should of had a cup of coffie with me this moning. LOL. It was just so intense. Forgot to take my Claritn, and I know that was a big mistake. All I can say is that my sinuses are a bear to deal this. I need to get back into that game. I could place the box in my book bag.
Hopefully when I got to the library, all things will be calm and smooth. We're having a prblem with our students bringing guests to the desk. I asked them to excuse themselves before my supervisor gets involved. it went into one ear, and out the other. It's up to them, wheter they want things the easy way, or the hard way.
When i get home, I'm grabbing a bite to eat, then I'm taking a nap. Then it's to the library.
The lab was empty for a while, but now there is one extra person here to do their work.
It was cold this morning. The past couple of days have been filled with fog in the morning and night. Today was just cold. I should of had a cup of coffie with me this moning. LOL. It was just so intense. Forgot to take my Claritn, and I know that was a big mistake. All I can say is that my sinuses are a bear to deal this. I need to get back into that game. I could place the box in my book bag.
Hopefully when I got to the library, all things will be calm and smooth. We're having a prblem with our students bringing guests to the desk. I asked them to excuse themselves before my supervisor gets involved. it went into one ear, and out the other. It's up to them, wheter they want things the easy way, or the hard way.
When i get home, I'm grabbing a bite to eat, then I'm taking a nap. Then it's to the library.
Tuesday, October 05, 2004
Up To my Eyeballs in Homework
Brought my laptop to class today, so I could finish my homework during my break. To my surprise, none of the outlets would accept my adapter. While working on my homework, my batteries died. I was so shocked. I was desperate, but had to wait to find a decent outlet. That pissed me off. I charged my batteries when I got home. Took a 30 min nap, and got up for work. Ate a cheeseburger in the car. It had too much mustard and ketchup on it. Waited in the lot for about 30 mins (so the meter maid wouldn't give me a freaking ticket (I was told as long as you're in your car, the college doesn't consider you "parked" and the lot isn't free 'til 4:00 PM. Get there early, or get no free parking)
Got to chapter 11 in my Flash book. "ActionScript Basics and Behaviors" is a LONG chapter. It's also pain staking. I have went through a couple of exercises at least twice. I still got a lot to finish. it's getting to an obnoxious state right now. I'll finish the last parts of the chapter tomorrow. I'm tired. This is rough.
Work has been insane. Last night, a couple was having sex in the basement bathrooms. The cleaning lady found them moaning and groaning. She thought the girl was having a rough bowel movement, until she realized there were two people in the damn stall. She said she was done cleaining for the night. I don't blame her. Not what I'd want to walk into. When i saw her this evening, i told her if she felt uncomfortable, she can call Public Saftey. She agreed she'll do that if the occasion happens again. Those bathrooms are insanely nasty. How could they do it in there. Differnt strokes for different folks (literally).
Today and yesterday, the rocks and minerals have been popular items of late. The supplies were limited, so we ran out quickly. One girl asked me, "what was she supposed to do" when i told her the supplies were out. I was like she should know better. have a test, come a week earlier, 'cause the supply can't meet demand. it happens every semester. People are looking at me like I'm supposed to supply them with all they need. The geology dept needs to give us more samples to give to students. This place is insane. It's been noisy as hell this week. I don't like that. I can't concerntrate like I need to. It just becomes sad, and unworthy.
Got some ideas for a new story, in my desire to write. It's on the back burner 'till I get some of work out of the way. Ahh, to be creative, and one being. I need to go to bed soon.
Oh, I talked to the grad school of my choice today. They're liking my GPA. i'm so pleased. I feel good tonight.
Be well.
Got to chapter 11 in my Flash book. "ActionScript Basics and Behaviors" is a LONG chapter. It's also pain staking. I have went through a couple of exercises at least twice. I still got a lot to finish. it's getting to an obnoxious state right now. I'll finish the last parts of the chapter tomorrow. I'm tired. This is rough.
Work has been insane. Last night, a couple was having sex in the basement bathrooms. The cleaning lady found them moaning and groaning. She thought the girl was having a rough bowel movement, until she realized there were two people in the damn stall. She said she was done cleaining for the night. I don't blame her. Not what I'd want to walk into. When i saw her this evening, i told her if she felt uncomfortable, she can call Public Saftey. She agreed she'll do that if the occasion happens again. Those bathrooms are insanely nasty. How could they do it in there. Differnt strokes for different folks (literally).
Today and yesterday, the rocks and minerals have been popular items of late. The supplies were limited, so we ran out quickly. One girl asked me, "what was she supposed to do" when i told her the supplies were out. I was like she should know better. have a test, come a week earlier, 'cause the supply can't meet demand. it happens every semester. People are looking at me like I'm supposed to supply them with all they need. The geology dept needs to give us more samples to give to students. This place is insane. It's been noisy as hell this week. I don't like that. I can't concerntrate like I need to. It just becomes sad, and unworthy.
Got some ideas for a new story, in my desire to write. It's on the back burner 'till I get some of work out of the way. Ahh, to be creative, and one being. I need to go to bed soon.
Oh, I talked to the grad school of my choice today. They're liking my GPA. i'm so pleased. I feel good tonight.
Be well.
Sunday, October 03, 2004
It's a crazy day. I want to go home.
Walked into work all things were fine, until I missed an e-mail requesting a few things get done. D'oh. Did them, just later than usual. it rained for a few moments, complete with booming thunder. What?
Students holding fome politcal rally, complete with LOUD music and whoops. It looked like a frat party for about five minutes. God, I know this'll look bad.
Lousy other dept tried to steal an account away from us. It was a lowbrow plan. A weak plan. It didn't work. I'll fill that in later.
Got an override for a class I wanted. I'm about to write the professor back. I needed to write down some of the day, since chaos has found me. That sucks royaly.
Last night watch "Return of the Jedi" on DVD. The added effects/scenes weren't terrible, but I prefered the older version. Darth Vader is still the coolest villain around. LOL
Tonight I'm relaxing, and tomorrow moring I will finish the last components of my Flash homework. I hear chapter 11 is a bear to complete. It may take me two whole days. Awww man.
Students holding fome politcal rally, complete with LOUD music and whoops. It looked like a frat party for about five minutes. God, I know this'll look bad.
Lousy other dept tried to steal an account away from us. It was a lowbrow plan. A weak plan. It didn't work. I'll fill that in later.
Got an override for a class I wanted. I'm about to write the professor back. I needed to write down some of the day, since chaos has found me. That sucks royaly.
Last night watch "Return of the Jedi" on DVD. The added effects/scenes weren't terrible, but I prefered the older version. Darth Vader is still the coolest villain around. LOL
Tonight I'm relaxing, and tomorrow moring I will finish the last components of my Flash homework. I hear chapter 11 is a bear to complete. It may take me two whole days. Awww man.
Saturday, October 02, 2004
I'm still here
I had a restfull week-end that started with Friday. I was tired. Bone tired. I need a week worth of vacation time. I just don't have the energy proper. I'm pleased I'm not at my limits in od'ing things, but damn. I may have to find a way to get some sleep in.
Yesterday was my birthday. I just layed low. I love b-days, but like I said, I'm pooped. I did want to buy a new DVD this week-end, but I paid most of my bills. All the money seemed to come directly from my account like last night. LOL. One account has $23.00, and I'm sure my Earthlink account will take all but two of those dollars. The other account, I'm waiting for them to cash that check, so I'm not touching to much of that, although I should have $60.00 to spend as I please.
I filled my tank, and that cost me $20.00. Man that's heavy.
I have no idea what's for dinner, but I know I have to do something. Decisions, decisions.
Yesterday was my birthday. I just layed low. I love b-days, but like I said, I'm pooped. I did want to buy a new DVD this week-end, but I paid most of my bills. All the money seemed to come directly from my account like last night. LOL. One account has $23.00, and I'm sure my Earthlink account will take all but two of those dollars. The other account, I'm waiting for them to cash that check, so I'm not touching to much of that, although I should have $60.00 to spend as I please.
I filled my tank, and that cost me $20.00. Man that's heavy.
I have no idea what's for dinner, but I know I have to do something. Decisions, decisions.
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