The photos continue!!!
A Lovely Day with Zoe in Potrero Hill
Cabo 2004 — My Favorite Press Trip Ever
And yes Justin, there’s finally a picture of you. Whiny beeyotch. 
Archive for July, 2006
Would You Believe More Pictures?
Posted in pictures on 29 July 2006 by R.PadIf I May Be Serious for a Moment
Posted in feelings on 27 July 2006 by R.PadThe title is pretty much for Justin’s amusement.
Seriously though…I’ve been back for three weeks and it pretty much sucks. I’ve been keeping busy getting rid of inventory on eBay (I can’t move with ALL those games and movies), doing a bit of writing, and uploading pictures. The last activity is being done partially to fill up the day and partially because it depresses me to read this blog and see my Flickr page–well, at least the parts that remind me of how much fun I had in Thailand.
There are a few opportunities out there for me, but none of them are solidifying fast enough. I’d like to move soon, but I’m not sure how realistic that is. The annoying part is that I have more tangible offers for some hosting stuff, but that would require me to stay for sure. On one hand, there’s some place I’d really rather be. On the other hand, I don’t know how much longer I could host. I mean, it was dumb luck (that I made for myself) that it happened in the first place, plus I’m not getting any younger and I’d have maybe two years left I could do that type of work.
Bleh. I still want to move.
Chappy said, “you know everyone in the industry – have you been talking to people explaining what you’re looking for?” Sure, I know a lot of people, but that doesn’t mean any of ‘em would give me a job that let’s me work from another country.
I’m getting a little discouraged. I really wanted that opportunity with Todd to pan out. I haven’t heard from him at all since I’ve been back. That’s disappointing.
It’s weird. I ended up at GameSpy because the timing was right and it was convenient. I went after the Y! show because it meant spending more time with b.b and helping her get back in the swing of things. In both cases, I wouldn’t have been terribly disappointed if they didn’t pan out. Now I want something more than I’ve wanted anything in years (at least ten) and I’m absolutely terrified about making the wrong decision and not getting it to happen. I’ve been really fortunate to have things work out for me in the end (professionally anyway), but I’m scared that this will be the first time in a long time that it doesn’t work out.
More Old Photos!!!
Posted in pictures on 26 July 2006 by R.PadBecause you demanded them (not really), here are some pics from 2003 and 2004.
Some Eidos party in December 2003 (cute Loretta pic!)
Hanging out in San Francisco in August 2004 (cute Aletheia pics!)
Hanging out in San Francisco (again) in August 2004 (cute Arne pic!)
4 From ‘04
Posted in pictures on 24 July 2006 by R.PadMore, more, more photos!!! This time around ya gots four sets from 2004.
My New Football (Soccer) Team
Posted in sports stuff on 19 July 2006 by R.PadBill Simmons, my favorite columnist for the last two years, wrote a fantastic column about picking a football team to cheer for in Premiere League. I totally got into football in Thailand, with the World Cup going on and being surrounded by lots of Euros. I’ve decided to copy Bill and pick my favorite football team too. I’m not doing any research for this. I’m just using the reasons listed in his column. Right now I’ve narrowed it down to two:
Manchester City — Manchester reminds me of Bryn (even though he’s really from Sheffield). Plus, having a goalie named Dickov (pronounced Dick-Off) from a team called Man City is totally hilarious. I agree with Bill that they have the sweetest jerseys too. I’m not sure what to think of the Oasis angle. I like the music, but the Gallaghers are total dicks.
Chelsea — I like that it’s also a fae area of New York. Roman Abramovich is the coolest owner in sports. I think it’s awesome to be a fan of a team run by an evil Russian mob boss. If I ever got into a fight over his football team, there’s always a chance he’d send evil Russian mob enforcers to back me up…or at least Nikita Koloff. They’re sponsored by Samsung, which is probably my favorite consumer electronics company–love the phones, televisions, NAND flash, etc.
This is a pretty tough pick. Right now I’m leaning towards Man City…mostly because I know a lot Man U fans and I want to be contrary. Being aligned with a Russian mob boss is awfully appealing though….
Lubs
Posted in Uncategorized on 18 July 2006 by R.PadGot this from Xtina.
| Your Love Style is Manic |
 For you, love is the ultimate rollercoasterAnd you love to hold on tight and enjoy the ride Every time you fall in love, it feels like the first time And while it’s exciting and exhilarating… It’s also stressful and scary! |
Blasts From the Past
Posted in pictures on 18 July 2006 by R.PadSo I found this old hard drive with backup files from my desktop (note to self: get desktop fixed). On the drive were lots and lots old pics. I’ll be Flickr-izing them over the next week or so. For now, check these out:
