Month: January 2010

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Shaping up!

One of the New Years resolutions I made this year was to keep myself in better physical shape. I would not say that I am out of shape, but I know I could do better if I really tried. As always, I looked to the internet to find ways to achieve this goal. During my search for the program that would fit me best, I ran across something interesting. It was called the Power 90 and I thought it might be what I was looking for. It’s a program that allows you to build up your body in 90 days and you can do it in your home.

Another program I found was called the Insanity Workout. This one was very extreme and would require that I be in fairly good shape to start with. I’m not sure if I would be ready for that just yet, but it sounded like something I would keep in mind for the future. I kept on looking for the program that fit me best.

After all the research I had done, I think I have found the best solution. There was another program called the 10 Minute Trainer. After some initial time investment, I would be able to spend about ten minutes a day on my body. This sounded good to me as I always seem to be pressed for time. I’ll let you all know how my workouts are coming and maybe one day I’ll post a few pictures of my awesome muscles.

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Great Bosses

There are so many things I like about the company I work for that it can be hard to choose which thing is the best. My company believes in keeping its workers happy and they do a great job of doing that. Recently, we added a new feature to the many benefits we receive already. This time, we were able to have Lockers installed in the workout room that is located on the bottom floor. It’s been a treat for me as I use the room all the time.

I like to stay physically fit and the gym at work is an important part of doing that. The problem was that there was nowhere to store my clothes while I worked out. There were times when everyone had stuff strewn all about and the place was a mess. That’s why it was nice when we were able to install a Gym Locker for everyone who wanted one. It’s made life so much easier for all involved!

The best part about the whole deal was that it was easy to do. We found a place online that offered some great Lockers for sale. We quickly took advantage of the situation and purchased some for our office. We now have the appearance of being a top notch company and the employees love it. Life has become a little bit simpler for everyone involved and we all want to thank our bosses for being so nice!!

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Fast trains in China

I was not surprised to learn today that China now has the fastest train in the world. It appears that they have been working hard to expand their train system and have taken advantage of new technologies to do so. Their newest train can reach a peak speed of 217 miles per hour and links the cities of Guangzhou and Wuhan. This means that travelers can make the journey in about three hours.

I am glad to hear that China is becoming a more modern nation. While they may not be perfect in every way we would like, they are fast becoming a modernized nation. I am glad to welcome them to the modern world and wish them continued success in their endeavors.

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Spreading the word

The best thing about the office I work in is that we are actually expanding even though the economy is not doing all that well. We are opening up new offices all the time and are even going into other countries. This had led us to the need for translation services. This was causing quite a problem for us until we found a company that helps us with the work. They are called translia.com and they specialize in their field.

Just about everything we do involves paperwork. We seem to generate a tremendous amount of it. Having all this information turned into another language is quite a job. Sometimes, we even need to have simple things such as E-mails translated. It’s surprising how even the simplest thing can trip you up. Having a reliable translator is the foundation to our success so far. We haven’t had any problems to date and have successfully filled some pretty big jobs.

I was glad when I found out that we were going to receive the help we needed someone to translate our documents. Our company’s success depends on expansion and growth. Any time we can solve a problem, it is good for us and the economy at large. I am glad we found the answers we needed.

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Some change is good

I was very surprised to hear about a Liberty Head Nickel that sold at auction for over $3.7 million dollars. The 1913 coin had been featured on the once popular TV show called Hawaii Five-O. The buyer who wishes to remain anonymous outbid all others for the coin at a public action in Florida on Thursday. The coin is also known for the fact that it had once been owned by Egypt’s King Farouk. It’s amazing how such a little coin can turn into so much change!

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Shows and the Arts

One of the benefits/misfortunes of my job is the amount of travel that goes with it. While travel can be a nuisance at times, there are other times when it is not so bad. One thing I like is the ability to check out new places that I have never been. My most recent experience is when I bought Joe Louis Arena Tickets. I was able to see the Detroit Red Wings Hockey team play against the Washington Capitals. It was a great experience for me.

Another great time I had was when I scored a couple of Minskoff Theater Tickets. While I can’t say that I am a big theater fan, I turned out that I really enjoyed the show. I am always open to new experiences and this was one that I really enjoyed. I think that these higher arts have a reputation for being boring, even though I know that is not always the case.

I think that my father instilled in me some reverence for the higher arts. I remember when he came home with Ford Center For The Performing Arts Tickets and took me to a show. I think that has stuck with me and I wanted to give that experience to my own children. Now that I have done so, I hope they will learn to appreciate the knowledge and skill it takes to put on such a show.

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Energy and Money

One thing that I like about the current administration is their concern for the environment. I am all for the fact that they will soon be offering a tax rebate for people who make their homes more energy efficient. There are a number of ways to do so and they are not that difficult. Even though they are small things, they can add up to significant energy savings.

When you go through your house, make sure that your windows and doors are weather-stripped. You can also use caulk to seal up any areas that need it. Another easy way to save money is to replace your light bulbs with CFLs. I certainly hope that every homeowner will take some time to ensure that their house is energy efficient.

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Interesting facts

One thing I really like to do is to see how things are built. That’s why when a friend of mine offered to show me around his job site, I jumped at the chance. Joe is an old friend from my army days and he is currently working on constructing a bridge. I went down to take a look around and really enjoyed the trip. He took me under the bridge where all the action seemed to be.

The first thing he pointed out was the way the different sections are hooked together. They use giant bolts with nuts and construction washers. They put them in and tighten them to a specific strength. I was amazed at how big the parts were. Some of them weigh several pounds all by themselves. I asked what the purpose of the washers was and he explained it all to me.

It seems that bridges have a lot of vibration when they are in use. This can cause a lot of wear and tear on the other various parts. By using standard bridge washers, they help absorb shocks to the bridge, provide vibration dampening, and serve as spacers for the nuts and bolts. I was blown away by all the fascinating things I saw. I thanked Joe for showing me around and I hope to make another trip when the bridge is a little further along. I am sure I’ll learn another interesting fact!