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Death and Taxes	[Mar. 15th, 2012\|03:09 pm] sabercat
Should be one and the same. After three painful wastes of weekends going through mountains of paperwork and spreadsheets with Turbo Tax, it is finally over. (I hope...no audits please). I ended up coming out with only a 42 cent delta between all the forms. I call that "pretty good". Also good news, with all the charitable deductions, a mortgage and 2 kids I'm getting some money back for a "change". Not much, but enough to go out to dinner with friends and buy some landscaping/garden stuffs. Until next year taxes... pppbbbbbttttt!
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The 7th Meme....	[Mar. 12th, 2012\|10:57 pm] sabercat
From Gilmore: Comment to this post, and I will list seven things I want you to talk about. They might make sense or they might be totally random. Then post that list, with your commentary, to your journal. Other people can get lists from you, and the meme merrily perpetuates itself Professionalism, Family, skating, Disney, milkshakes, extreme sports, reputation. Professionalism: Is a duality in many respects. I enjoy the formal, exactness that comes from one of my jobs. In a complete 180, I also enjoy the randomness, impromptu and spontaneous nature of my other job(s). Above all, I beleive you should do your best in whatever endeavour you choose. No regrets, that what makes life worth living. Family: Is the most important thing in my life. It is the root of happiness. They are my closest of friends, my companions in life and my purpose and legacy. Disney: Whoa... this one might elicit some angry responses. Disney takes some of the best, most creative talent on Earth and exploits their talents for profit and greed, leaving them with a pittance for their efforts. However, the heart and soul of that talent shines through and inspires. Milkshakes: Chocolate please, with extra chocolate sauce and if they have chocolate whipped cream...that too. Did I mention chocolate? I also have this obsession with trying a milkshake at a diner in nearly every place I visit (where it's possible...China isn't exactly a hotspot for dairy, chocolate or cold things). Extreme Sports: Yes. I suppose my penchant for them has waned with experience and age, however, I like things that challenge my talents. Extreme Sports are one way that never disappoints. Reputation: I'm sure it goes before me. Some likely good, some potentially bad. I hope most of it good. I try to give everyone a fair shake no matter who they are, where they are and what they do. Friends come in all shapes and sizes! Who's next!?
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Sushi...	[Feb. 2nd, 2012\|01:44 pm] sabercat
I'm pretty sure I'd addicted. It's like the Indian food cravings I had a few years back. About every week or so, there's something "internal" that just says..."You need SUSHI!". Maybe it's a tapeworm that needs to be fed Hamachi, maybe some sort of preconditioning by sushi sales vendors. Whatever it is... I'm now hungry.
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THG	[Jan. 5th, 2012\|04:18 pm] sabercat
So cool when your direct job scope continues to get press (rumored or not). Way to go THG!
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New Years!	[Jan. 1st, 2012\|10:48 pm] sabercat
I suppose I should get around to posting a few resolutions since I've spent the rest of the day putting them into practice. For 2012 I'd like to: 1. Look to put more "fun" into the basic things of life. So often we get so caught up in tasks and the little things that we forget to have fun along the way. This is one of those items in life I used to be VERY good at, but feel that I've slipped in the last few years to a point where I've noticed and want to change. 2. Be more consistent in following through. I also used to be VERY good at this. With the expanded scope of family and still trying to keep up "fun" jobs in addition to "real" work, I've found that things fall through the cracks. I'm organized in that I track all the items that I need to do, it's just being consistent in managing time so that I can get all that is needed done! 3. Spectacular family experiences. I want to have at least three of these a year, they don't need to be exotic trips or expensive outings. Just ones that create lasting memories. My parents were pretty good about this, and I know what a difference it made in my life. That's it! Simple and sweet. No sense in biting off more than these teeth can chew! Happy 2012 all!
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Time to upgrade the system...	[Dec. 5th, 2011\|12:35 pm] sabercat
Black Friday was my friend. Gigabyte X79... UD7 board on the way. i7-3960x, 2 x 160GB SSD HDD in RAID 0 and a pair of 580 GTX's with 3D vision 2 glasses and monitor, 16GB Patriot XMP DDR3-1866. I think I'm good for a little while... ;)
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Hey Pewter...	[Nov. 16th, 2011\|09:43 pm] sabercat
In addition to giving you some fantastic assets...1000 calories an hour and that's for a lightweight only doing 16 MPH... In rollerblading, a 140-pound person going 7.5 mph burns about 300 calories in an hour. This speed is appropriate for a beginner, and as a beginning you will burn more because you are not efficient at the movement. As you become more skilled, you have to skate harder and faster to burn more calories. A more advanced participant of the same weight might go 16 mph and could burn up to 1,000 calories in an hour--but keeping that pace for an hour is extremely challenging. Muscles Used Rollerblading involves the whole body. The muscles in the shins, thighs, buttocks, abdomen and arms must all work to control and propel the body. The more muscles involved, the greater the calories burned. Build long, powerful leg strides and pump your arms front to back (rather than side-to-side) to burn more calories. The abdomen must work to keep you balanced and to guide your body during turns and stops. This build-up of core strength helps you stand taller, feel fitter and perform any athletic activity better. Mix Up Your Routine Alternating between high-intensity exercise and recovery is a great way to increase your calorie expenditure. A steady skating session might burn 400 calories per hour, but if you alternate between that pace and super-high speeds, you can amp up your burn by 10 percent to 25 percent. You also can focus on your position. Bend deeply at the knees like a speed skater and swing your arms front to back. The power of your arm and leg strokes increases your speed and your calorie burn. You may have seen some skaters draw an hourglass while skating. This move, called the swizzle, is a fundamental move in inline skating fitness videos and ramps up the intensity of your routine. You can also scorch calories by performing skill drills such as crossovers, hopping, one-footed slaloms and backward skating. Versus Other Exercises The action of skating keeps your shins, thighs and hips activated almost constantly, unlike running and cycling. Although almost comparable to running in terms of calories burned, rollerblading affords time for coasting. Since rollerblading puts less wear and tear on your joints, it might be a more sustainable activity. Fitness Rollerblading If you are just learning to rollerblade, become very familiar with the brake to prevent lots of falls. As you become more advanced, classes, videos and books can assist you in creating challenging and different routines. Stick to it: Regular rollerblading burns a lot of calories and helps build a fit, toned body Read more: Calories Burned While Rollerblading \| eHow.com http://www.ehow.com/about_5394992_calories-burned-rollerblading.html#ixzz1dwDuH0rn
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Goin' 3D!	[Nov. 12th, 2011\|06:21 pm] sabercat
I finally took the plunge to get 3D setup for the computer and the projector. Tried it out for the first time last night on Battlefield. Amazing. While I wouldn't call it "Earth Shattering" it does add a very real element to the experience. Highly recommend taking a look at it, for those that haven't had the experience. I'm using stereoscopic active 3D, via NVidia's 3D vision.
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I've done a lot of "boring" posts lately.	[Sep. 11th, 2011\|11:24 pm] sabercat
Mascotting... skating times, etc. I should at least take the time to post something more "meaningful". This was not prompted in any way by 9/11, at least not consciously. Life is good in so many ways, I can't express how grateful I am to have been blessed with good friends, family, and surroundings. I think too often I take that for granted and in times like these realize how much of a blessing that is in the world we live in these days. Kids are great. They progress and grow so fast, and yet time slows down when you are with them. My son will likely grow up to be a rocket scientist that breakdances and my daughter, a researcher, she has so much focus on things at such a young age. I have a fantastic wife, who is always supportive and with whom I can grow with through experiences and have meaningful deep discussions with. Despite some other family health problems, it has been a very good summer, with time spent together, where it matters most. I have some long time friends coming in over the next few weeks for events, it is so interesting to me that we've all taken dramatically different paths, yet our friendship remains as solid as ever and time and distance have not changed a thing. I'm really looking forward to spending more quality time with them and family here in the coming weeks/months...
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Sore...	[Sep. 5th, 2011\|11:22 am] sabercat
Wow... beautiful morning this morning, 19.6 miles in 1:04:32. Not too bad, for that distance. Best line today from a biker who hung behind me for 4-5 miles. Dayum... I've never drafted off a guy on rollerblades before. :)
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15.2 miles in 44:06	[Aug. 30th, 2011\|09:59 pm] sabercat
Not bad for not skating for a few weeks. Awesome night on the trail tonight. mid 70's and a nice light breeze.
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I so need to go here...	[Apr. 14th, 2011\|12:41 pm] sabercat
Anyone in Waco out there? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V-H9GEaJ2Qk
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For all you Muppet fans out there...	[Apr. 7th, 2011\|10:37 am] sabercat
Brown Chicken Brown Cow! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MzQ4qdlhurc&feature=player_detailpage LOL!
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Be prepared...	[Apr. 6th, 2011\|09:14 am] sabercat
Because the fishercat will text you endlessly.
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I got a message today from Mars...	[Apr. 4th, 2011\|10:32 pm] sabercat
You know who you are fishercat. Because the kat's the only kat, who knows where it's at...
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For Farraptor!	[Feb. 8th, 2011\|10:43 pm] sabercat
Here's your big break buddy! http://sacramento.craigslist.org/tlg/2204586138.html NEED EXTRAS FOR ALIEN ZOMBIE FILM FOR FEBRUARY 19th & 20th (CARMICHAEL, CA) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Date: 2011-02-08, 6:21PM PST Reply to: gigs-xjcwc-2204586138@craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?] -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PROJECT TITLE: Ways Of The Unknown Zombies A film about alien zombies invading Earth and taking the life out of people to take back their planet and start a new generation. We need extras for the following shoots: February 19th 2pm - 4pm February 20th 5pm - 8pm The shoot location will be in Carmichael, CA If interested please send photo to the email listed above and we will send more info. This is a non paid gig but you will get a free copy of the DVD when finished
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A day of old friends.	[Feb. 6th, 2011\|12:25 am] sabercat
Had an event today where it was good to see some old friends. (I also had some time to burn waiting for some folks so I caught up with some new friends on the phone as well) Great event, lots of fun, although I'm sure I made an ass out of myself backstage and out at the venue. I try to keep with character. :) Anyhow, home and waiting for the laundry to finish so I can hang stuff for tomorrow's event. Fun times. Good to see the folks I did as well. You know who you are!
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42 degree pitch + 2 feet of powder.	[Feb. 2nd, 2011\|09:33 am] sabercat
Amazing day in the Sierra backcountry yesterday, I am SORE from the hike from the lifts, but man, those first 20-24 turns were WELL worth it. Amazing.
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Happiness is...	[Jan. 24th, 2011\|02:35 pm] sabercat
A new G19 Logitech gaming keyboard and MX mizzouse. ;)
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Nothing says love...	[Jan. 18th, 2011\|11:05 am] sabercat
Like Tritium night sights. <3 His and Hers.
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Hol-i-daze	[Dec. 23rd, 2010\|08:00 pm] sabercat
Wishing everyone a happy holidays out in cyber-land. I'll admit, being a kat, I was way too lazy to get Christmas cards out this year. I'll be on uber top-secret travel here soon, and for those whose cities I'm close to, you can expect a dinner or late night snack on me when I'm visiting. Hope all is safe for everyone this break! And wishing you the best for the new year. Skiing is also in order... tall order. Pass is bought.
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How would you spend...	[Dec. 7th, 2010\|07:46 pm] sabercat
From the latest Gov't plan..."That means an extra $2,172 in the 2011 paychecks for all Americans making at least $108,600, the current maximum amount of income subject to the FICA tax. The goal of this tax break is to give a jolt to the anemic economic recovery on the assumption that everyone -- the middle class and the truly wealthy -- will go out and spend that money." So how is everyone spending their $$$? Inquiring kats want to know. Me... I think I'll have enough to eat out at Wendy's, maybe even splurge on a frosty. The rest will go towards the tax bill that I'm sure will hit us the next year.
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VOTE!	[Nov. 2nd, 2010\|09:28 am] sabercat
If you are a legal citizen, please go vote. :) Millions of people have given their lives so that you could have the opportunity to do so. That is all.
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For nico!	[Oct. 11th, 2010\|04:19 pm] sabercat
You know you can live forever! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1QPiF4-iu6g&feature=player_embedded#!
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Short Post	[Oct. 3rd, 2010\|11:26 am] sabercat
Life is good.
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Mascot fail	[Sep. 23rd, 2010\|09:04 pm] sabercat
Want to hit a home run? Score? Get a DINGER-gram. Comes complete with balls. http://www.minorleaguebaseball.com/promotions/page.jsp?ymd=20100923&content_id=15005852&vkey=promo_t105&fext=.jsp&sid=t105
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Long time, no update.	[Sep. 17th, 2010\|10:08 pm] sabercat
Been busy lately, as always. Work has been keeping me on my toes with some quick jet trips to the bay for a day to deal with customers. Even though there's no security check/waiting, etc on the jet, it can still make for some long days. Hopefully, this latest round of long hours will only go for another month, then the baby comes! :) Hardly feels like 8 months has already passed, but should be rockin' x 2 now. Other than that, I've been getting in better shape, upping my workouts to 3 times a week from 2 and making a deal with myself that I can only watch TV if I'm doing situps. It's a great plan. This season should rock, provided it all comes together in a meaningful way. Here's to a great summer. Fall should even be better.
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Most expensive mascot ever...	[Sep. 7th, 2010\|12:42 pm] sabercat
And it's a Sabercat! :) Phooey on those lame spotty cats. Let alone drooling dogs. http://www.latimes.com/news/local/la-me-saber-tooth-20100905,0,6159171.story
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I love work...	[Aug. 26th, 2010\|10:19 am] sabercat
Best IM of the year. 10:13 Drink time? it's hot 10:14 Now? 10:14 11-ish? 10:14 But I have Apple wanting to talk...Ok. 10:14 Put them on hold and then hang up on them 10:14 They like that! You should know! 10:14 be like "oops" 10:15 Now my phone and im don't work too! 10:15 Tell them you are using an iPhone and you held it wrong 10:15 LOL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! IM of the YEAR!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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OK Rennie...	[Aug. 18th, 2010\|11:40 am] sabercat
SO much fodder for your pastime. Youtube videos are now loading. There's even a dressing room easter egg...somewhere.
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Better get your tickets Rennie!	[Aug. 9th, 2010\|11:26 am] sabercat
http://www.click2houston.com/video/24468645/index.html I've gotta get prepped to help with mascot camp here as well. Fun times.
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Dang Rennie Fox	[Aug. 2nd, 2010\|09:57 pm] sabercat
Stalking mascots on Facebook too. hides No shame I tell you! No shame!
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Da Kat is Back.	[Jul. 23rd, 2010\|04:14 pm] sabercat
In all new duds. Should be a fantastic season.
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Dawn of the DInosaurs.	[Jul. 21st, 2010\|11:33 pm] sabercat
Ok, so maybe it took me a while to see this one. Better than the previous one... but I agree with the redneck cougar, Denis needs to get Diego more into the spotlight and get some good story and character development going. I mean Sabers are SUPPOSED to be tough, loyal and brave! We need to see more of it on film. :)
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The truth about pirates. :)	[Jul. 21st, 2010\|08:48 am] sabercat
Somali Pirates Say They Are Subsidiary of Goldman Sach Could Make Prosecution Difficult, Experts Say NORFOLK, VIRGINIA – Eleven indicted Somali pirates dropped a bombshell in a U.S. court today, revealing that their entire piracy operation is a subsidiary of banking giant Goldman Sachs. There was an audible gasp in the courtroom when the leader of the pirates announced, “We are doing God’s work. We work for Lloyd Blankfein.” The pirate, who said he earned a bonus of $48 million in dubloons last year, elaborated on the nature of the Somalis’ work for Goldman, explaining that the pirates forcibly attacked ships that Goldman had already shorted. “We were functioning as investment bankers, only every day was casual Friday,” the pirate said. The pirate acknowledged that they merged their operations with Goldman in late 2008 to take advantage of the more relaxed regulations governing bankers as opposed to pirates, “plus to get our share of the bailout money.” In the aftermath of the shocking revelations, government prosecutors were scrambling to see if they still had a case against the Somali pirates, who would now be treated as bankers in the eyes of the law. “There are lots of laws that could bring these guys down if they were, in fact, pirates,” one government source said. “But if they’re bankers, our hands are tied.”
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Anyone up for some extreme tubing?	[Jul. 20th, 2010\|04:45 pm] sabercat
For those that missed the cliff jumping this year (and the last two)... I present, extreme tubing... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2jh5xoWy1ZQ&feature=related We did this run four years ago and it's time to test our luck again! Next weekend I'll have some stories! Kjaer/Far- Wish you were here to get stupid with me!
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Familiar faces!	[Jul. 11th, 2010\|10:50 pm] sabercat
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q2zR804B3JQ Why is it that every year it's always so HOT!?! :) Hope you all had fun and that Montrell was a good host!
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In honor of...	[Jul. 10th, 2010\|11:04 pm] sabercat
The London games' mascots. :) http://deadspin.com/5543818/a-roundup-of-london-olympic-mascot-photoshop-fun-updates/gallery/81 OK, so I'm biased on one of the submissions :)
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Calamity in France?	[Jun. 30th, 2010\|03:43 pm] sabercat
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7HsAaYbQ7Pw LOL!
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Ideas to get arrested.... err... have fun with.	[Jun. 5th, 2010\|08:41 pm] sabercat
Due to a request by Calamity, here are my recommendations for things to do in costume: 1. Go to a sporting event, preferrably a professional one (NBA, MLB, NFL... bonus points given for getting on the field. 2. Skydive (it's fun, but make sure that chinstrap is VERY tight) 3. Scuba dive (just be prepared for the extra 15-20 lbs that your suit will weigh when you get through) 4. Spelunking (you can't see anyway, why not have fun!?!) 5. Motorcycle riding (always good for some funny looks, just make sure you can see well, if not, riding in a side car could be hilarious, although you'd better have a "Red Baron" outfit when doing so, complete with scarf) 6. Fishing (And unlike Roby Panther, you should CATCH fish) 7. Random street mascot harassing (a great one for youtube) find an unsuspecting street corner mascot, jump out, interact and get on film) 8. Playing Golf at a country club. Nothing better than to see the looks on folks' faces there. 9. Skateboard parks... gotta be careful on this one, have a good escort or two, but if you can skate (or if you can't but are funny) this one could be a riot. (youtube it) 10. Ski... also a blast, you don't get hot and it looks cool.
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Ultrasound today.	[Jun. 5th, 2010\|12:14 am] sabercat
Always a tense moment. :) #2 is a girl. Boy is she in for a surprise! :)
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So many talents, so little time...	[May. 29th, 2010\|08:40 pm] sabercat
So aside from being brilliant in so many physical areas...(humility) Few of you also know that I actually sing, and sing fairly decently. In college, my roommates and I were part of an acapella group that had a slight bias for Lion King songs. We actually recorded several songs, and a CD. (Which I know at least two of you on this list actually have copies of.)Anyhow, with all my free time (not) I've decided to go back and hit the music sheets again and joined a barbershop quartet and a choir... yeah yeah I know. Should be fun, and while our first song isn't "The Lion Sleeps Tonight" where I can rock the 1st tenor... it is a pretty awesome line up. Nbowa, seeing as how I inspired you to take your music path :) We should compare notes. :)
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Ummm Awesome? New UFL team name.	[May. 16th, 2010\|04:06 pm] sabercat
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sacramento_Mountain_Lions I dig the name... but I can't bring myself to patronize the team due to the ownership. Pelosi's a bitch...
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Kjaer...	[May. 11th, 2010\|04:38 pm] sabercat
Your belated B-Day gift is on it's way tomorrow. I had to wait for Columbo's capers to show up. :) Enjoy.
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Here Jugular and Roby...	[May. 6th, 2010\|08:53 am] sabercat
You can hijack this thread... since Roby is getting a little ruffled. :)
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Come along and wave your tartan...	[May. 4th, 2010\|10:47 pm] sabercat
This is where the party's startin'! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ycDKT0Fs2o&feature=related That is all. :)
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For the fatty spotty cat...	[Apr. 27th, 2010\|11:55 am] sabercat
And other mascots needing something cool to ride. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cuIJRsAuCHQ&feature=popt02us03 No mention of pricing yet though... but MUCH cooler than a segway.
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Holy Crap Sharks...	[Apr. 23rd, 2010\|10:00 am] sabercat
Pulling it out of the cellar! Wow.
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Lost my cel phone in a bar...	[Apr. 19th, 2010\|10:52 pm] sabercat
Crap! http://gizmodo.com/5520164/this-is-apples-next-iphone Someone's in BIG doo doo.
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Last Weekend of a great ski season.	[Apr. 19th, 2010\|08:59 pm] sabercat
Aside from spending Saturday morning in the bay area at a skate race (which I won, paws down against folks as far away as Phoenix and LA.)I managed to sneak one afternoon string of runs in before the resort officially closed for the season today. Spring skiing is different, with corn snow and mid 50's temps today. Makes for a nice tan on the fur and one happy kat. Hope all is well for everyone! Enjoy the fine weather. It'll be hot soon.
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