Entries from August 2008

August 30, 2008

Six Years!

August 22nd, 2002 – Michael asks Hallie if she would like to start dating. Michael gets rejected.
August 25th, 2002 – Michael asks again. Hallie accepts.
August 30th, 2002 – We go out on the first date.
It’s been six years! Worth every moment. I love you Hallie!

August 29, 2008

Eat Better America

Why is it that I get my periodic accountability emails from Eat Better America (the ones I signed up for at the beginning of the year to keep me accountable to my goal of eating healthier this year) right when I’m sitting in front of my computer eating the most unhealthy thing I’ve had in [...]

August 28, 2008

Obama’s Acceptance Speech

I listened to Obama’s entire acceptance speech. I listened to no commentary before or after.
He is good. He is very smooth and polished. He even, at times, sounds like a conservative. He pushed for more personal responsibility from fathers. He asked for more accountability from schools and teachers. He promised lower taxes to the working [...]

August 28, 2008

A Tough Interview Question

When interviewing, it is imperatve that you understand why a particular question is being asked.
For example, the most popular interview question around is “Tell me a little about yourself.” The smart interviewee knows that this isn’t a time to talk about enjoying long walks on the beach or a 3 minute description of why you [...]