Category Archives: Lifestyle

The Power of Words: It’s a beautiful day

Posted on May 13, 2011 by Gandalfe

Yeah, I’m sappy. Change your words. Change your world. Enjoy. It was hard to find this video that someone hadn’t co-opted for their own message.

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Balancing work and kids ~ real advice for real life

Posted on April 18, 2011 by Gandalfe

In my travels for Microsoft I often get asked about work/home life balance. Having come from 20 years in the military, I really wanted to find a job where I could create a successful and satisfying balance. I think I’ve … Continue reading →

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CD covers for the Euro Market

Posted on February 19, 2011 by Gandalfe

I could design covers for the EuroWorld, I would be way out there with some of my designs. Imagine a world where art would not be censored, the Europeans aren’t nudity adverse and come close. Truth be known, I have … Continue reading →

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Ode to my Valentine, Suzy Jo

Posted on February 13, 2011 by Gandalfe

It is Suzy and my 35th year of marriage. We come from two sets of parents whose marriage lasted and is lasting their whole lives. This means we come from a gene pool with a predisposition towards establishing, maintaining and … Continue reading →

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Bring in the New Years with Red Underwear

Posted on December 27, 2010 by Gandalfe

The tradition of wearing red underwear to bring in the new year is said to date back to the Middle Ages when you were not allowed to wear red garments. Red was forbidden because the color was associated with blood, … Continue reading →

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Where Does Your Money Go?

Posted on December 21, 2010 by Gandalfe

Here’s a nice chart provided by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Interesting that they clump pensions with insurance, but still both only account for 10% of the average income. 34% going for housing seems high to me too. But … Continue reading →

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New Toy: Vintage Schwinn ‘57 Wasp 26” Balloon Tire Bicycle

Posted on June 28, 2010 by Gandalfe

I recently purchased a 1957 Schwinn Wasp that I hope to ride in Redmond’s Derby Daze parade next month. Anyone else riding vintage bikes on that day let me know and we’ll hook up. The bike has nice S-2 rims, … Continue reading →

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Motorcycle Safety Course

Posted on September 22, 2008 by Gandalfe

Or how I spent my weekend… I had never ridden a motorcycle or scooter. But wanting to take advantage of a lousy new commute situation and save about $40 a month on gas I finally got one. I waited a … Continue reading →

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Thongs and Granny panties

Posted on August 13, 2007 by Gandalfe

In response to Elizabeth’s ‘Boxers and Briefs‘ I offer this rebuttal. Now I know I’m treading on thin ice here. When a lady talks about men’s underpants, it often considered cute or foxy. When I guy talks about a woman’s … Continue reading →

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