The rule of the gym lockers: This rule states that if even if your locker room has 10,000 lockers and even there is only 1 other person at the gym, somehow you'll pick the locker right next to him or her. It further states that your workouts will end at the exact same time.Our old gym was right next to a delicious donut shop. I LOVE donuts. Nothing like coming out of the … [Read more...] about Thursday Rant: Workout Edition
Rants
Thursday Anti-Rant: Show me the World
I'm way too negative. My Thursday Rants are a symptom of this. Lately, I've been trying hard to be positive. I find that 90% of the time when I worry about something, it turns out just fine.So today, I take a positive diversion from my ranting. I hope you enjoy it.I'm a really frugal guy. I'm not opposed to the occasional dumpster dive and I love shopping at the … [Read more...] about Thursday Anti-Rant: Show me the World
Thursday Rant: Solid Gold $hit
I swallow the golden pill, My poop is incredible, My feces are solid gold, I flush my money down the bowl.From the song, Thrift Shop (almost) Occasionally, I bring you stories of insane consumerism. Previous stories included the $3,000 Steampunk Stroller, $260 lunch bag purse. My last one was about the $6,000 toilet. In today's post, I offer a perfect companion to the … [Read more...] about Thursday Rant: Solid Gold $hit
Thursday Rant: Quick Hits, Travel Edition
I've been all serious lately, talking about Retirement gone Wrong again and again. Time to lighten things up a bit with some fun ranting! If you ever pass through the Denver Airport, keep your eyes open. I was at the airport this week and it's like a giant haunted house. First, take a look at some of the murals. They are completely creepy. I'm not sure what they're all about, … [Read more...] about Thursday Rant: Quick Hits, Travel Edition
Thursday Rant: The 1500’s have the Drone! (and Dinobots)
Lately I've been yapping about other peoples' mistakes. Time to turn the focus on myself. I'm no stranger to dumb purchases now and then. This post is about one of them.Yes, it's true. I just ordered a drone. Don't worry; it's not one of those that governments deploy to covertly zap their enemies. It's a Parrot AR Drone and I feel a bit ridiculous for purchasing this … [Read more...] about Thursday Rant: The 1500’s have the Drone! (and Dinobots)