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I hit the wall at 84 doing manual labor; maybe I could do more with non manual labor or some kind of a mix.

Boredom or hard mental labor is even tougher. As I get older that might change, but if I was not in such horrible physical condition I would much rather work my body for 80 a week. Assuming the labor isn't actually destroying me.

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I kind of find Americans being surprised by the whole spy thing weird.

How did they not know?

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I put in the least amount of time anymore. There are no extras for going over what is expected, but back in the day during machine installs and start up 80 + hours a week was normal.

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There is no amount of money that can keep me from spending time with my son.  If I don't have him, I will work as long as needed.

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There is no amount of money that can keep me from spending time with my son.  If I don't have him, I will work as long as needed.

Good man

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I kind of find Americans being surprised by the whole spy thing weird.

How did they not know?

 

They didn't listen when SHAMROCK, MINARET, Red Hook, Stellar Wind, Trailblazer, ThinThread, or Turbulence were brought to light, I would assume.

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No Sean is right. It is a cop out.

Its the accessability of it. When you cannot leave due to a meeting starting in 10 minutes and that sweet cafeine is calling your name, it's what keeps your ass awake in 95*+ offices while doing death by powerpoint for 2 hours with no breaks.

Hopefully the new job will allow for some flexability with time, and will allow for a better diet and exercise too.

J

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I would never take anything like that. I know people who drink energy drinks like water. Fucking nasty.

 

Great thing about a 5 Hour Energy (or a myriad of other similar products) is that you can throw it back fairly quickly and be done with it. Tastes like shit, but when you really need it, it helps a lot.

I'll take the unhealthy choice if it means energy quite often. Sadly it is an unfortunate side effect of this job.

Side note, I take my final vacation from this job as of the 20th. With 2 months and change in fully paid vacation. Add in starting the new job (as of now) on 1 July and I should be making decent money with full benifits.

J

Que? do tell...

Not trying to jinx myself, but I should be signing contract to work as the Music Booking Agent for Outbreak Entertainment in Tampa. Just gotta get down there and iron out some more details.

Unfortunately that is all I can say at this time.

J

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I would never take anything like that. I know people who drink energy drinks like water. Fucking nasty.

 

Great thing about a 5 Hour Energy (or a myriad of other similar products) is that you can throw it back fairly quickly and be done with it. Tastes like shit, but when you really need it, it helps a lot.

I'll take the unhealthy choice if it means energy quite often. Sadly it is an unfortunate side effect of this job.

Side note, I take my final vacation from this job as of the 20th. With 2 months and change in fully paid vacation. Add in starting the new job (as of now) on 1 July and I should be making decent money with full benifits.

J

Que? do tell...

Not trying to jinx myself, but I should be signing contract to work as the Music Booking Agent for Outbreak Entertainment in Tampa. Just gotta get down there and iron out some more details.

Unfortunately that is all I can say at this time.

J

 

Fuckin' A brother. Congrats...

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Good job. And good luck J. I hope it is everything you want and more.

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I would never take anything like that. I know people who drink energy drinks like water. Fucking nasty.

 

Great thing about a 5 Hour Energy (or a myriad of other similar products) is that you can throw it back fairly quickly and be done with it. Tastes like shit, but when you really need it, it helps a lot.

I'll take the unhealthy choice if it means energy quite often. Sadly it is an unfortunate side effect of this job.

Side note, I take my final vacation from this job as of the 20th. With 2 months and change in fully paid vacation. Add in starting the new job (as of now) on 1 July and I should be making decent money with full benifits.

J

Que? do tell...

Not trying to jinx myself, but I should be signing contract to work as the Music Booking Agent for Outbreak Entertainment in Tampa. Just gotta get down there and iron out some more details.

Unfortunately that is all I can say at this time.

J

 

Fuckin' A brother. Congrats...

  

Good job. And good luck J. I hope it is everything you want and more.

Thanks guys. Until the contract is signed, and the checks are hitting my account its just words at this point. While I trust and believe in the words I am being told, I know enough to know not to put all my money on this horse just yet.

J

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Hope it works J, sounds like this could be your chance to start over from all the BS you've had to deal with.

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It is a fresh start period. I just hope this is more successful than before. Specifically in the areas of finances, mental and physical health, and most importantly personal satisfaction.

J

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I am CRUSHING goals today. Made up for the huge loss the last few.

And my LQ store got in some Woodford double oak for me that I ordered. Boomshakalaka

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It is a fresh start period. I just hope this is more successful than before. Specifically in the areas of finances, mental and physical health, and most importantly personal satisfaction.

J

Like the phoenix you will rise from the ashes... Reborn! More powerful than before.

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No Sean is right. It is a cop out.

Its the accessability of it. When you cannot leave due to a meeting starting in 10 minutes and that sweet cafeine is calling your name, it's what keeps your ass awake in 95*+ offices while doing death by powerpoint for 2 hours with no breaks.

Hopefully the new job will allow for some flexability with time, and will allow for a better diet and exercise too.

J

Same argumentation and trap as fast food. It is easy AND addictive so if you start you continue.

I eat fast food too, but to me that is a baguette, some saucisson, cheese and a tomato. Takes seconds to grab and is yummy.

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Congrats J & Matt. Finally some good news in ze hop.

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No Sean is right. It is a cop out.

Its the accessability of it. When you cannot leave due to a meeting starting in 10 minutes and that sweet cafeine is calling your name, it's what keeps your ass awake in 95*+ offices while doing death by powerpoint for 2 hours with no breaks.

Hopefully the new job will allow for some flexability with time, and will allow for a better diet and exercise too.

J

Same argumentation and trap as fast food. It is easy AND addictive so if you start you continue.

I eat fast food too, but to me that is a baguette, some saucisson, cheese and a tomato. Takes seconds to grab and is yummy.

My favorite fast food are the hot chicks from the track team at whatever college was running around while I was stuck in traffic.

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I would never take anything like that. I know people who drink energy drinks like water. Fucking nasty.

 

Great thing about a 5 Hour Energy (or a myriad of other similar products) is that you can throw it back fairly quickly and be done with it. Tastes like shit, but when you really need it, it helps a lot.

I'll take the unhealthy choice if it means energy quite often. Sadly it is an unfortunate side effect of this job.

Side note, I take my final vacation from this job as of the 20th. With 2 months and change in fully paid vacation. Add in starting the new job (as of now) on 1 July and I should be making decent money with full benifits.

J

 

Congrats J !

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Went by bike to the new job, kept the pace low not to get there drenched in sweat (90 degree weather) and it took me 20 minutes :woot: 

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Congrats J & Matt. Finally some good news in ze hop.

 

Very well put Sean!

 

Congrats guys!

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And I was told I could get whatever IT gear (laptop, monitor, keyboard, mouse) I like, within reason. Just email the link and done. 

 

I can't wait to get there. Plus everybody (7 people) is going to Germany for at least a week in the beginning of September. Birthday party in Germany woot.gif

Plus I'm absolutely downtown, yay for tons of women strolling around at lunch break. 

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