I’ve really had an urge to write lately, but somehow I keep squandering all of my free time (usually doing nothing).

Ali has recently started another class at UIndy, and now she is spending her evenings studying, so maybe that’ll be the catalyst I need to actually sit down and do something.

I realize my biggest problem is I’m lazy. Writing is not something I’m good at in the first place, which means it requires even more work than most things. It usually comes down to concerted effort just to produce something that I usually consider mediocre.

All of that is to say: I’m sorry for the lack of content, but I am just too lackadaisical to get over that hump. I am actively thinking about how I can get over, or around this impediment — I usually think … Read More »

Hulbert named vice president of Anniston market for Wachovia Gabe Hulbert has been named Wachovia’s new vice president and community banker in Anniston.

Hulbert has more than eight years of experience in the financial services industry; most recently he served as a financial specialist in Atlanta, Ga.

“As a native of Anniston, Gabe understands the needs of local customers,” said Jim Robbins, Anniston market president for Wachovia. “Gabe brings a broad background in both commercial and retail banking to his new role and will deliver the full range of Wachovia’s products and services to the Anniston community.”

Hulbert is a graduate of the Anniston High School and received his bachelor’s degree in business and economics from Auburn University. He is a certified accredited asset management specialist through the College for Financial Planning.

He and his wife, Jana Hanvey Hulbert, also of Anniston, … Read More »

Tonight I was wondering, “What ever happened to the Phychic Friends Network?” A quick google and I see they are still alive and kickin’.

And though I’m tempted I just don’t think I’m ready for the promised “truly enjoyable and enlightening experience”.

Oh, and in case you were wondering there were 3.9 millions hits on Google for the keywords “psychic friends”. Oops make that 3.9 million + 1, once this post gets indexed.

I’m sure cat owners everywhere will appreciate this

We mostly finished our wood stove project a few weeks ago (with the minor exception of some trim work). It was my first time doing a tiling job. For that matter it is my first time working with metal studs, building a hearth, etc. Overall, I am pleased with how it came out. Of course, there are a few things I wish I had done better, but that’s always the way when you’re cutting teeth on something new.

Harry and I spent a weekend doing the rough construction. The hearth and half wall are completely non-combustible; built out of metal studs and durock (a cement board product). For the half wall, Harry welded a metal post to ensure the corner of the wall would be sturdy. The tall narrow wall is built on top … Read More »