Erik Zavala

Its a Cold, Windy, Dark and Stormy Day

Erik — Tue, 28 Oct 2008 11:28:33 +0000

I woke up this morning to the sounds of rain and wind at my window. This time of year around here is both beautiful and frustrating dpending on the day. Yesterday it was 65 degrees and sunny. Today it is supposed to be 45 degrees with rain and wind. A 20 degree difference in 24 hours. That’s just ridiculous and hard for anyone to swallow. I’mm off to spend a few minutes with the kids before they go off to school, then it’sa nose to the grindstone. I have a lot of work to finish up before Thursday.

I Started Working Out (again)

Erik — Mon, 27 Oct 2008 19:38:40 +0000

I started working out again this week because I have been feeling like crap. I need to try and drop a few pounds and get myself feeling better. I am beginning with a basic routine of alternating aerobic and strength training days. I have been hitting the treadmill a coul etimes a week and either doing squats and pushups or lifting weights. I am not doing too much until I get myself used to a routine and make sure I am not going to hurt myself doing this. Without consultinh a medical professional, I’m afraid to overdo it. I’m not as young as I used to be you know.

I Paid $2.43 per Gallon for Gas Today!

Erik — Mon, 27 Oct 2008 19:34:26 +0000

I went to Costco to pick up a few things and while I Was there I decided to fill up my tank. Now, I love Costco as it is, but paying less for gas always makes me feel good. The lowest price for gas along the way was $2.55/gallon. Costco had it for $2.43/gallon. So I filled up and it only came to about $25.00. That is a dollar per gallon less than it was a month ago around here.

Then I go into Costco looking for King Crab legs. We’ve been yearning for crab for the past few weeks so today I decided to go ahead and surprise everyone with some crab. Cost co had it for $12.99/pound. I’m not sure if that is the best price around or not, but I know it is pretty good. Plus, the crab legs they sell and huge. Some of the grocery stores sell the skinny crab legs, but those are awful. Costco has nice meaty ones. So I got a little under 2 pounds for about $25.00. Dinner can’t come soon enough.

I went just before lunch time today and as I looked around, I noticed that the place is like a senior center at lunch time. They all go for the free samples and the $1.00 pizza. WTF? People were standing around in a crowd to get a cracker with Bruscetta on it. I couldn’t got over it. SO I quick-grabbed my crab and got the hell out of Dodge. Of course, the lines were about five deep with old people moving along like they wanted the day to last forever. I managed to control my impatience and got out of there with my sanity in tact.

That’s my big news for today. Obama is giving his final speech right now. Sounds like a sermon. Sadly, I think he’s going to win. Then you’ll all see the real Obama.

OJ Simpson Guilty Verdict - Score One for Justice

Erik — Sat, 04 Oct 2008 13:39:17 +0000

Justice finally prevailed and OJ Simpson was found guilty in his kidnapping trial. Many people have been watching the O J Simpson trial waiting to see what the jury would decide. Many people, myself included, believe he killed his ex-wife Nicole Brown Simpson and was incorrectly acquitted in his murder case. He got away with murder. Where was the justice?

Well here you go. Justice made an appearance and saw to it that the OJ Simpson Verdict came back with guilty. He deserves to be in jail. OJ Simpson could be sentenced to life in prison for his crimes.

Paul Newman Dies of Lung Cancer at Age 83

Erik — Sat, 27 Sep 2008 18:56:57 +0000

Legendary Hollywood actor Paul Newman died today at the age of 83 after losing his battle with lung cancer. He leaves behind his wife of 50 years, Joanne Woodward, five children and eight grandchildren. The icon had reportedly been given only weeks to live after allegedly completing chemotherapy treatment at a New York City hospital in August.

Paul Newman, whose steely blue eyes, good-humored charm and advocacy of worthy causes made him one of the most renowned figures in American arts, has died of cancer at his home in Westport, Connecticut. He was 83. Paul Newman Dead at Age 83, Lost Battle with Cancer. News broke this morning that legendary actor Paul Newman is dead at age 83. Paul Newman lost his battle with cancer and died Friday at age 83. While no other details are yet known, Paul Newman’s spokeswoman Marni Tomljanovic did confirm that the legendary actor, avid philanthropist and successful businessman, died Friday from cancer at age 83, said his publicist Jeff Sanderson. Nominated for 10 Academy Awards including 1959 (”Cat on a Hot Tin Roof”).

Paul Newman was handsome and charming, as well as an advocate for worthy causes. Paul Newman died of cancer at his home in Westport, CT. The blue-eyed star of films like Butch Cassidy And The Sundance Kid and Cool Hand Luke was at home on Friday surrounded by family and close friends.

Paul Newman, a major figure in American cinema who created indelible characters for more than half a century, died after a lengthy battle with cancer, publicist Jeff Sanderson said. He was 83.

Newman was also a generous philanthropist, raising millions of dollars for charity. In 1982 he set up Newman’s Own, a line of food products which included pasta sauce, salad dressing, popcorn and salsa. The star donated all the proceeds, after taxes, to charity.

As of early 2006 the franchise had made more than $200 million in donations.

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Sick as a Dog

Erik — Sat, 27 Sep 2008 03:00:26 +0000

I have been feeling lousy ever since the weather started changing the other day up here. I’ve been sleeping a lot and just feeling completely drained. I finally pulled out my laptop to catch up on some work, but I can’t really focus. So, I figured I would make a post about it. Why? I have no idea.

Tomorrow I expect to be feeling better but I’m still going to take it easy because I am going out to brunch on Sunday. Several members of my family are getting together so it should be fun. I’ve been looking at this screen for 10 minutes now so I better go back to the TV where I don’t have to think.

Sarah Palin Follow Up - All I Can Say Is WOW!

Erik — Sun, 07 Sep 2008 17:10:02 +0000

It turns out that I love this woman. I was so impressed by her speech that I actually fell in love with her. I am almost embarrassed by my previous post now that I know a little more about her. I guess McCain is a little smarter than me after all.

If you haven’t seen Governor Palin’s speech at the Republican National Convention, here is a video. She made some great digs at Obama that actually made me laugh out loud. She’s gorgeous too!

Let’s update that photo too okay.

There we go. It’s still going to be a tough race for the presidency, but I think they will win.

Sarah Palin - Didn’t See That One Coming

Erik — Sat, 30 Aug 2008 01:26:14 +0000

Who saw that one coming? Not me that’s for sure. No sooner did I post about the Dems being freaks when the Republicans pull a stunt like this. The state of politics in this country is pathetic. Why in the hell would McCain select Sarah Palin as his VP? Hard to tell for sure, but my money is on this:

Sarah Palin Beauty PageantPicture

At least it will be fun calling her “The Hunter” while all this is going on.

Back to School Today and Democrats are Freaks

Erik — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 02:08:02 +0000

Thanks for visiting ErikZavala.com. I haven’t been posting as much as I wanted to but I do like doing it. Hopefully I will get better at making regular posts. Anyway, my kids went back to school today so I guess summer is now officially over by our local school standards. I still don’t understand why they have them go back before Labor Day. Actually I do, bureaucratic laziness. Back in the day, they used to do their school testing in September so some school districts wanted more time to prepare their students so they would get better scores. They had the kids start earlier in the year. Now the tests are done in March, but nobody bothered to change the school start dates back to after Labor Day.

Speaking of bureaucrats, the Democratic National Convention is taking place. I swear those political type people are like a friggin’ cult. Look at the people in the crowd and tell me different. There are so many freaks in politics it blows my mind. These people have nothing better to do than cheer like crazy for a politician? WTF? Maybe it’s me, but I can’t stand any politicians and certainly can’t understand the rah-rah of it all.

This is not necessarily a Democrat thing either since the Republican convention will be just as freakish.

Can’t Get Enough of the Olympics

Erik — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 02:29:32 +0000

Between the women’s beach volleyball and Michael Phelps, the I just can;t stop watching these Olympics this year. That Michael Phelps is amazing. I am losing sleep because I’m staying up so late these days. Not much else going on that I feel like sharing right now because… I’m watching the Olympics. Later…