I am typing this from my couch. No, I didn’t run a really long ethernet cable, I setup my home wireless network and got my Broadcom-chipset wireless card talking to it. Normally this would not be anything special, but I did it in LINUX. Again, a wireless network in linux is no huge accomplishment, but getting a wireless card with this chipset working isn’t extremely easy.

Yeah, I’m gloating, but it was frustrating and no one reads this anyway. I’m still somewhat ill, but everyone else is fine, so that’s good. My illness is fading so hopefully I won’t have to whine much longer.

Now I’m going to surf and enjoy my wireless-ness. 🙂

It’s Wednesday and Emily and I are both ill. Amaya has a little bit of a cough, but nothing too serious. I get to thank Emily for getting me sick. It’s a joy. And of course it’s been nothing but rainy outside. That sure helps a sick person get better.

I guess the positive is that the children aren’t sick. That’s always an adventure that is not enjoyed by anyone.

I’m definitely going to run for city council. It’s not hard to get on the ballot and I have nothing to lose. At least I can say I tried. My budget stands at $0, so if anyone would like to lobby me, my time is for rent.

Alltel has officially taken over FC. They seem to be a very good company that can go far, especially since they have no debt. Unfortunately they are still tight-lipped about what will or won’t happen with current employees of FC. That doesn’t make anyone feel better. Oh well, they say they will give us advance notice of changes so I’m hopeful.

I have just been informed that we are going to the zoo on the 19th. The kids aren’t as excited as I expected. I know they’ll have great fun, but it’s probably too far away for them to worry about it now. I’ve taken the day off and realize now that Emily is probably more excited than the kids.

Big company meeting Monday. Rumor has that it will be unusually short. Of course rumors around this joint are notoriously wrong. I swear an office is only outdone by churches in the amount of gossip they spout.

Last night, Emily sealed up a spot in the roof that the home’s previous owner sealed with silicone. TWIT. Unfortunately, he and his sister (the real estate agent) ripped us good. At least we did learn that they are crooks and things to look for when buying our next home.

Also last night, Em trimmed some small branches since she was on the roof anyway. I still need to get up there with the chainsaw, but it looks better.

This morning, the allergies are kicking Emily’s butt. Her one eye is swollen a bit and looking rough. That’s what she gets for messing with the tree. At least that’s what I’ll tell her.

Sunday we took Amaya, Erich, and friends to the insanity that is CEC. I think I lost a few brain cells in the mass confusion. Children running everywhere playing games and eating bad food. It was the time of their little lives I think. Emily and I sighed a great sigh of relief when it was over, and the kids want to go back. Go figure.

Work is odd with Alltel now owning us. Things are still nervous but chugging along. Everyone is holding together and doing things as usual until we’re told otherwise. Company meeting on Monday. Yay.

My Ubuntu box is giving me fits, but it’s my fault for playing around so much in the linux. I should probably try to learn more before playing with it too much.

Sunday is Amaya’s birthday, and she’s excited as her dippiness will allow. She knows it’s coming, and knows there will be presents and a party, but isn’t flipping out. Today she received presents from aunt Diana, and spent the late morning and ride to day care playing with the little dolls. She does the same thing with Emily’s toes, but the dolls were definitely loved.

Apparently, we are going to visit relatives and open presents on Saturday pretty much. Then we’re going to Chuck E. Cheese on Sunday with Erich, Amaya, Tysia, and Alex. THAT should be an adventure.

Alltel was here en-force today. There wasn’t much in my area, other than making a presentation sheet or two for my boss and activating a handset for Alltel to play with, but it was still nerve-wracking. From what I’ve heard all the Alltel people were nice and friendly so I do have a good non-impression of them. More will unfold in the weeks and months to come.