I’m a slacker but thats nothing new.
Top Chef Update
One of my top 3 has fallen but honestly, he was number 3 on the list. Stephanie and Richard continue to do well. Andrew got the boot last night which sucks because he was good but just kind of annoying. But hey, there are rules for a reason and they should be taken for grainted. haha, that was so Bob.
New Job
After 4+ years in the Call Center, I will be taking my analytical skills to a new group. As of May 27th, I am transferring to our Online Banking group based in Clayton. This is a lateral move although I will be going from a Senior Systems specialist to a Business Analyst.  Its a good move though. I was burnt out and needed a change. Also, I was at a stopping point as far as “climbing the latter” is concerned. I have just one more week of current duties.
Vacation
Last week I was finally able to get in some vacation time. I didn’t go anywhere but it was still a good vacation. I got to relax and have a good time. My friend Becky was able to come visit STL for the first time so for a few days, I was playing tour guide, which is always fun. We went to a Cubs/Cards game (shes bad luck), had dinner on the loop, saw Iron Man at the Moolah Theatre, went to Six Flags (again, shes bad luck), Celebrated Cinco de Mayo, introduced her to Culpepppers, went on the Brewery Tour, went to the Arch, had lunch at Crown Candy Kitchen, had custard at Ted Drews, did some bowling, and visited the zoo (although it poured on us and we were forced to buy penguin umbrellas and people laughed at me but I don’t care cause Im really just a kid at heart). Pics to come, mabye, you saw how long it took me to post.
2008 St Louis Brewers Heritage Festival
AKA – Brewfest. After having a great time in 2007 we decided to do it again this year. $30 gets you unlimited tasting of nearly 60 brews, a tasting glass, and a book that you can rate the beers as you tasted. This year, however, the weather was not as great as last. It pretty much rained not stop from thursday to sunday and the grounds were a mess. With the main area of tables unprotected from the storms, everbody crowded under the beer tents to stay dry, which made it pretty difficult to navigate from beer to beer. We gave up early this year in favor of dry places, late-night appetizers, more beer and Big Buck Hunter. We like to kill things now.
Bowling
Both of my leagues have have ended, thankfully. Jen edged me out in the Bet for the second half. Being the league secretary wasn’t really all it was cracked up to be and although it paid $55 a week, which covers the cost of both leagues, it was probably my first and last year in that role. It also appears at this time that I will not return to either Olivette Lanes or Brunswick Lanes St Peters, as each team appears to be moving to new houses.
Volleyball
Eager Beavers are back on the court and off to a great start. I believe we are currently 6 and 3 and tied for first place with the team we beat twice last week. We have a really solid group this year with a couple new girls who fit in well to the team.
Start of the Concert Season
Wednesday night was the Radiohead concert at the amphitheatre, which kicked off the concert season for most of us. The seats were dead center, the weather was perferct, the band was alive. I’m not the biggest Radiohead fan but know enough and thought i would enjoy the show. To me, the show was good. Full of energy, wide-array of songs, great crowd. To Bob, the show was incredible.
Shows on the horizon
- Wilco tonight at the Pageant
- Dave Matthews Band at Busch Stadium
- The Raconteurs at the Pageant
- Dave matthews Band at the Gorge in Seattle
I also wouldn’t mind seeing Matisyahu or Modest Mouse if anybody is interested in going.
Well, I think I’ve touched on everything. Remember to Rock out with your cock out. hang out with your wang out.Â
