That's awesome, David. *crosses fingers*
That's awesome, David. *crosses fingers*
"People, especially children, aren't measured by their IQ. What's important about them is whether they're good or bad, and these children are bad." ~ Alan Bernard
"You needn't die happy when your day comes, but you must die satisfied, for you have lived your life from beginning to end and ka is always served." ~ Roland Deschain
All the best David! You'll do fine, I'm certain.
In an odd turnaround my sister has a second interview at Credit Suisse in NYC. I knew you were there for quite a while, so would you have a positive recommendation of that company?
I just read the good news, David. I will be keeping my fingers crossed for you as well. I'm sure all will be well. Good Luck.
"Bist du so feige, dass du Angst hast vor der Finsternis zwischen zwei Laternen? Willst du nur Laternen haben? Komm, Beckmann, weiter, bis zur nächsten Laterne". - Draussen vor der Tür - Borchert
Okay, I have a random question.
I have a lot of old first edition books, like Lassie Come-Home and Little House on the Prairie. I try very hard to keep them in good condition, but lately they are starting to look a little worn and they hardly ever get handled. I don't know if it's the weather down here (extremely humid) or if it's just something in my house, but what is the best way to protect them without ruining them?
Hey Shy, there's some good threads here:
http://www.thedarktower.org/palaver/...play.php?f=129
"People, especially children, aren't measured by their IQ. What's important about them is whether they're good or bad, and these children are bad." ~ Alan Bernard
"You needn't die happy when your day comes, but you must die satisfied, for you have lived your life from beginning to end and ka is always served." ~ Roland Deschain
Had lunch today with Steve (batsker). We were able to hang around a shoot the shit for about an hour, and it was good times. Anyone on his route the rest of the way - don't miss out on the chance!
Originally Posted by PlayPhish
Yes, I would recommend them. They are a good outfit and a likely survivor in all this financial mess.
Dragline : Nothin'. A handful of nothin'. You stupid mullet head. He beat you with nothin'. Just like today when he kept comin' back at me - with nothin'.
Luke : Yeah, well, sometimes nothin' can be a real cool hand.
Thanks! I'm still a little new at this kind of stuff. I will probably need more navigation tips in the future!
Welcome, Shy!
Eric and batsker, I'm glad you two were able to meet up. Take any photos? If so, please post them here.
Wiz, congrats on the way you handled the pension benefits and that great career lead!
I realized by the 3rd meeting with a member, that I hadn't been taking pictures(Sorry Geoff and Eric).I hope to do so at all future meetings, and I will most definitely post them here when time permits. I already have one with Darkmaniscoming, and I will post several at once when I stop and slow down for a few minutes.
All in all, it's been fun so far, and I'm looking forward to the rest of the trip.
"Bist du so feige, dass du Angst hast vor der Finsternis zwischen zwei Laternen? Willst du nur Laternen haben? Komm, Beckmann, weiter, bis zur nächsten Laterne". - Draussen vor der Tür - Borchert
Just finished reading 'The Story of Edgar Sawtelle'. Incredible writing and though languid, and a bit maudlin, a wonderful read.
5 1/2 beers on the RFSPRS (Randall Flagg Six Pack Rating System).
David - Congrats on both things. First, on sticking up for yourself ( and actually getting something out of any business is impressive ) and second, on making some real good networking connections at dinner.I had a really good day yesterday.
I have previously discussed how I got squeezed twice on my pension from my former employer. First they closed down my original unit (the one with the pension), preventing me from reaching 20 years of service to draw a "full" pension. Then, because I remained with the parent company, I was still eligible to receive my much reduced pension at age 60 instead of 65, again if I reached 20 years of service. But I lost that when the parent shuttered my latest unit two months ago. So I lost big $$ in the first cut and lost 5 years in the second cut. After receiving my severance agreement, I appealed my case to a Managing Director HR person I had worked closely with in the past, stating that I created this last company, was CEO for 2 years and I had 18 years of loyal and dedicated service to the company. The company was under no obligation to give me anything more, and with the sharp cutbacks on people and expenses, I held only tiny hope that I would get anything. Still, I had nothing to lose by pushing the issue.
Well, yesterday they told me that they could not adjust my reduced pension amount (which I knew was set in stone), but they would offer me some compensation for gyping me out of age 60. So I was thrilled that I got any money at all. I am very proud of taking a stand and appealing to them to do the right thing for a long-term employee, and to my shock, they did!
Then, last night, I had a dinner in the City with the Financial head of a large corporation who was given my resume by my wife's oldest friend (since age 4). Well he and I hit it off like an old married couple and he said that he will contact the heads of two company units who could use a man of my talents and tell them that they should absolutely strongly consider me for any open positions in their units. Nothing may come of it if there are no open positions, but to be so strongly recommended by so senior a person in this organization was at the very least a boost to my self-esteem and morale.
So, all in all, I had a pretty fine day yesterday!
Good things are coming!
The Man In Black Fled Across The Desert...
...And The Gunslinger Followed.
“I’m always on the Batman rule, sir.” - Kate Kane / Detective Comics 857
"It is the story, not he who tells it." Except to us collectors who have to put limits somewhere. - jhanic
Remember, Remember, The Fifth of November, The Gunpowder, Treason, and Plot.
I really liked it too as did my wife.Just finished reading 'The Story of Edgar Sawtelle'. Incredible writing and though languid, and a bit maudlin, a wonderful read.
5 1/2 beers on the RFSPRS (Randall Flagg Six Pack Rating System).
I have just finished DROOD by Simmons and thought it was fantastic. Easily my favorite book of this relatively young year.
I am about halfway through NEXT by Michael Crichton and like it also. I've had it on my shelf for about two years and now I wonder why I have put off reading it.
Bob, I also just finished Drood a week or so ago and agree--it's a great book. Simmons' research he does for his books has to be tremendous! If you haven't read it, I'd suggest reading his The Terror. It's also a great read!
John
I have read and loved THE TERROR. I have read pretty much every Simmons book except the sci-fi. I read HYPERION and just didn't dig it. Started THE FALL OF HYPERION and didn't finish. Haven't even picked up OLYMPOS or ILIUM. Otherwise I think I have read them all.
I'm glad to hear that, I've got The Terror on my bookshelf ready to go as soon as I finish Ghost Story by Peter Straub, I'll have to add Drood to my list after that (although I might have to fit a King book in there somewhere)...I have read and loved THE TERROR. I have read pretty much every Simmons book except the sci-fi. I read HYPERION and just didn't dig it. Started THE FALL OF HYPERION and didn't finish. Haven't even picked up OLYMPOS or ILIUM. Otherwise I think I have read them all.
I've read GHOST STORY at least three, and maybe four, times. One of my all time favorites.I'm glad to hear that, I've got The Terror on my bookshelf ready to go as soon as I finish Ghost Story by Peter Straub, I'll have to add Drood to my list after that (although I might have to fit a King book in there somewhere)...I have read and loved THE TERROR. I have read pretty much every Simmons book except the sci-fi. I read HYPERION and just didn't dig it. Started THE FALL OF HYPERION and didn't finish. Haven't even picked up OLYMPOS or ILIUM. Otherwise I think I have read them all.
Yeah, I'm only about halfway through it and already thinking about re-reading it.
Did you know that there is another book with the same story line issued the same time as DROOD?. Matthew Pearl's THE LAST DICKENS. I am reading it now right after DROOD and it is facinating to me how authors will spin a completely different plot based on very similar research and characters. Pearl's book is quite interesting as well.I really liked it too as did my wife.Just finished reading 'The Story of Edgar Sawtelle'. Incredible writing and though languid, and a bit maudlin, a wonderful read.
5 1/2 beers on the RFSPRS (Randall Flagg Six Pack Rating System).
I have just finished DROOD by Simmons and thought it was fantastic. Easily my favorite book of this relatively young year.
I am about halfway through NEXT by Michael Crichton and like it also. I've had it on my shelf for about two years and now I wonder why I have put off reading it.
I just finished DROOD, and I have a HB copy of THE TERROR I brought on my trip, as well as an unabridged audiobook of EDGAR SAWTELLE. I also recently picked up a clearance copy of NEXT from Barnes & Noble, which I haven't started yet. Very interesting coincidence!!
"Bist du so feige, dass du Angst hast vor der Finsternis zwischen zwei Laternen? Willst du nur Laternen haben? Komm, Beckmann, weiter, bis zur nächsten Laterne". - Draussen vor der Tür - Borchert
The only Simmons book I couldn't finish was The Crooks Factory. I just couldn't do it. I didn't like the SF books that much either, although I did finish those I started.
I'll have to check out Pearl's book.
John
The first time I read THE CROOK FACTORY I gave up about one fourth of the way through. A year or so later I was talking to Bev (well, e-mailing actually) and he said something that led me to want to pick it up again. I did and really enjoyed it the second time. It is not for everyone though, I guess.
Simmons is an excellent writer. I wish Centipede Press would do a limited of Summer Of Night.
I'm enjoying the shit out of Drood. Can't wait to pick it up again when I get the chance but I'm not far in.
The boatmen just arrived at the new "pier" in the sewer.
The kindness of close friends is like a warm blanket
I guess I'll give it another try.The first time I read THE CROOK FACTORY I gave up about one fourth of the way through. A year or so later I was talking to Bev (well, e-mailing actually) and he said something that led me to want to pick it up again. I did and really enjoyed it the second time. It is not for everyone though, I guess.
John
Posting Permissions
Reply With Quote
