2010
New Theme, New Vice, and More
Well then, as you can see I’ve updated the theme to the site finally with something I’ve been working on for a while. I’m calling the theme peoTwentyOne and it is a child theme for the default WordPress theme. If I actually think it thru to clean it up a bit I’m likely going to release it on this website for download in the future, but first things first I really want to get any feedback you might have on it. The comments section is always open for response, and I value both the good and the bad equally, so please, be brutal.
In other news, you might have noticed some random topics being published here under the category of Plinky. What is that all about? Well Plinky.com is a little meme idea wherein they give you a topic, and you’re to write about it. A lot of times where there’s silence on this website I either don’t have a good thing to talk about (I love writing, but writers block is a pain), or I’ve been extremely busy. Of late? It’s been writers block, so I’ve really taken to this idea that someone poses a question, and a large number of people write on it. I’m very likely to continue doing this, and so you’ll probably see that category surge forward in posts at a very regular rate.
And finally, I’m so happy to see summer pass. It’s starting into the cold winters here already, and it’s absolutely beautiful. I can’t express how much I love this season, where all the leaves are turning colour, and the outside air is cold and crisp. I entirely plan on taking full advantage of my camera this time to capture some of the beautiful that’s out there, and I’ll be sharing it right here on the website. I hope this message finds everyone well, and enjoying their turn of seasons. And you can be sure, I’ll be writing more soon.
2010
Walking, or lack there of.
I lay here, at 2:30am, unable to get to sleep. I’ve got an appointment tomorrow to have my leg checked out again and a new swell potentially drained, and I just can’t get my brain to slow down. So here I am, writing this post, and wondering (nay, hoping) that it will let me calm my brain down enough that I’ll be able to go to sleep after it’s done.
I’ve had a lot of thoughts running thru my head lately, some good, some not so much, but all growing so I can’t really complain. It’s lead to some interesting conversations, especially with my question posted on Facebook of “what is your biggest fear?”. What’s mine? Dying alone. The idea literally scares me out of my mind, and I don’t quite know why. Maybe posting this will help me figure out why, and if nothing else, it’ll get it out in the open and down on paper, which typically allows me to stop thinking about it non-stop.
In personal news, I’m on the job hunt, and I’m redoing my vCard website. It’s giving me a chance to update my résumé, play around with CSS3, and keep fresh on the details I so very much pride myself on knowing. I’ve found like riding a bike, I never really forget the skills, I just also must admit I still can’t draw worth anything! Good thing I’ve got my camera right? Otherwise I’d never have any source images for anything I want to do! Funny when I think back that in college someone was trying to get me to be a 3D modeller for their start-up business. Oh well, I digress.
I hope this post finds everyone out there well, and if we haven’t spoken in a while, drop me a line! I’d love to hear from you. I’m rebuilding my contact list anyway, and to be entirely honest, I’d like to know how folks are doing and catch up. So hit me up.
2010
Updates, Explosions, and more…
So for those who didn’t guess by the theme change, WordPress 3.0 was released, and this site is now updated to its new core. Best part to me? I can get working on the child theme that will be the spinoff of what you now see as the official theme of the site. This actually has me rather excited, because I get to play with my digital camera to tie in new elements to the site, and hopefully will allow me to see thru some ideas I’ve had for a while.
I hope everyone enjoyed their 4th of July, or for my Canadian visitors, a wonderful Canada Day. One of my top favourite holidays, what other day do you get to enjoy the simple act of blowing stuff up?
On to me? Well, I’m working at simplifying my life again, clearing out the clutter, and getting back to basics. I’ve put some serious research into this, and I fear my amazon.com wish list has grown (and will continue to grow) at a rather insane rate. I’m not looking for a lot of things, I’m looking for a few nice things, but the wish list gives me a place to decide “hrm, do I want to go this route or that route?” A couple of things I’m focusing on:
- Kitchen supplies — I’m really looking at going mostly cast iron. Getting rid of the insane excess I own, and paring down to a couple nice pots and pans. Multitaskers of the world unite. Alton Brown would be pleased.
- Furniture — I’ve come to realize that most, if not all, of my furniture is very old and worn out. Replacing this is one of the biggest things on the list, but also the most complicated. Admittedly the area I could use the most help in figuring out a good set that would fit my retrofit. Ideas? Suggestions? Comment section or contact me! I’d love to hear what others are doing.
- Clothing — Much like my furniture, I haven’t done a proper clothing shop in I honestly don’t know how long. So I’m getting rid of the old and worn (for the most part), and getting the new and comfortable.
- Electronics — Yes, I’m a complete geek. I’ve now got a 40″ Sony TV, a new Panasonic Blu-Ray player, and a Miele Vacuum. That said, I’m not done… Technology was designed to make our lives easier and more enjoyable, and while the former part of that may be scientifically proven wrong, the latter half can indeed be true. What’s life if you’re not willing to have some fun right?
So I’m making things simple, I’m cleaning things up, and I’m getting back to basics. I like this idea, it’s refreshing, and while it’s a lot of work now, the result is entirely worth it to me. If you’ve wondered what I’ve been up to of late, this would be the answer. Well, that and working my 4 10s each week, as well as crowbaring some overtime in here and there to help. Oh, and playing some WoW, heroic Lich King dead, woot!
This is me, signing off for now, enjoy your day!
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2010
Organization, first and foremost…
So I’ve got quite a few things in my life that need organizing. My house situation, I’m working on slowly. For those who know, I own my place, but I’m actively looking at the potential of selling it and moving to one of the neighboring towns. Much better bang for your buck there, and quite frankly, this being my first house, I’ve learned a lot since it’s purchase.
Secondly my websites, peoii.com is still going to remain my official blog, but my other domains (most of which I’m certain not as many know about) are going to undergo some re-defining as to their purpose.
Peoii.com — My main blog, where content shall remain unfiltered. If I need to rant something off, this is where it’ll happen. More frequently, this I promise to myself. I need that outlet in order to resolve things, so here’s where it shall be.
Anpobal.com — I’m working towards a more healthy me, so I’m going to start publishing dishes I’m trying, recipes I’m creating, and a specific focus on the newer healthier me tips that might help others.
JamieHarrell.com — Yes, I actually own it, and now it’s just a quick portal for myself that I made. It’ll continue in that same light, but I want to completely modernize the appearance and jazz it up. Suggestions are completely welcome to this end!
Photos — I’m going to set up a photo blog for myself, I just need to narrow down which platform I want to use. There are quite a few options, and unlike services like Flickr, I really want that security to know that my photos remain mine. Plus, I pay for web space, why should I pay them too?
Facebook — My “a sides” as it were, not fully formed thoughts, just ramblings/etc. More private audience, and if you haven’t befriended me there, by all means send me an invite. It’s filtered, but only just.
Twitter — My twitter account is likely going to be subject to simply a placeholder whereby my activities on all my websites will be syndicated.
To that end, it’s quite a task, centralizing everything and making it flow properly from site to site. Likely you’ll see massive changes on all fronts, but in the end, it’s the goal I’m after anyway.
There are many more changes in the works, but these are the beginning stones to me. I’m anxious to see what this may provide, and how it may change me. It’s been needed for a while, and I’m writing it here as a commitment to myself to get it done. Here’s to the beginning.
2010
Life is like a rollercoaster
There are high points, low points, and what we call “living” are those glorious upward and downward slopes. Sure, there are some really high points along the path, but I’ve learned you have to accept the fact that there are also low points, and those simply need to be worked thru. Best part about the low points? You’ve gained so much speed heading down to them that they go by in your life very quickly. It’s the high points we approach slowly, and pause for a bit at the top of.
Why am I saying this? For the first time in my whole life, I know exactly what I want. I thought I had before, I thought I had found my way, but now? Right this instant as I’m typing this? I know without question, reserve, or mystery. What I am feeling right now is the most pure feeling I’ve ever had in my whole life, and I can’t describe how much I enjoy it.
I want to ride that rollercoaster, cherish in the high points, sail thru the low points, and experience every moment inbetween. More importantly? I know I want to share that journey. Most importantly? I know with who.
I woke up this morning with a smile on my face, after a day yesterday where I hit a low point. For those who know me, it tears me up inside to know I hurt someone… and yesterday? I did, and it killed me. A low point in the rollercoaster indeed. I couldn’t sleep for crap, it kept me up thinking, wondering, hoping for better… Then I finally crashed from exhaustion, woke up, and suddenly… I knew. I knew it was a new day, new hopes, new dreams, renewed faith, and I smiled.
Here is to a brighter tomorrow, cause we’ve got a long climb to the next peak.
