http://erikzavala.com The Life and Events of Erik Zavala Fri, 04 Sep 2009 04:21:40 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Man, I had one of those days today. You know the ones I'm talking about, right? Long, drawn out days where nothing seems to go your way. I've been tired, sore and just plain miserable for about two weeks now. Business is taking a lot of my time and there ... http://erikzavala.com/general-news/rough-day-today-dentist-tomorrrow/ What a great summer this has been! We've had lots of family fun time and day trips in the area. We've had relatives from out of town visit as well which is always a treat. Recently we took the kids to our favorite local amusement/water park and let me tell you... ... http://erikzavala.com/general-news/fun-at-the-amusement-park/ If I had to choose one insect that I would like to rid the world of, it would be ants. This time of year is when they are most active, especially in my house. Every spring I spray the outside of the house to help deter wasps and ants from ... http://erikzavala.com/general-news/ants-must-die/ 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 ... http://erikzavala.com/general-news/its-a-cold-windy-dark-and-stormy-day/ 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 couple ... http://erikzavala.com/general-news/i-started-working-out-again/ 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 ... http://erikzavala.com/general-news/i-paid-243-per-gallon-for-gas-today/ 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 ... http://erikzavala.com/general-news/oj-simpson-guilty-verdict-score-one-for-justice/ 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 ... http://erikzavala.com/general-news/paul-newman-dies-of-lung-cancer-at-age-83/ 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 ... http://erikzavala.com/general-news/sick-as-a-dog/ 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 ... http://erikzavala.com/general-news/sarah-palin-follow-up-all-i-can-say-is-wow/