http://hardman.org Doug Hardman's rantings on life. Sat, 01 Nov 2008 00:20:55 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en When you set up an AdWords account, you generally have to say what words you want associated with your ad. [singlepic=93,200,150,,] http://hardman.org/wtf/gop-ad-buy-fail.html These last few weeks have been full of highs and lows. Highs: We had a baby. We're making a LOT of progress at work. Shaker Heights finally remembered that we have trash cans that require emptying. My son Garrett turned two yesterday. Lows: We're not making ENOUGH progress at work to keep me asleep at night. AM&E has ... http://hardman.org/rants/king-speeding-ticket.html The wait is over. We finally got to meet our newest child yesterday. Oliver Joseph Hardman 08/25/2008 @ 8:18am - 7lb 3oz - 20" He's already fitting right in. Garrett thinks he's pretty cool...All the grandparents can't get enough of him...Angie is doing awesome. [gallery=oliver] http://hardman.org/proud-parent/oliver-joseph-hardman.html I love how for two weeks every 4 years, I'm all of the sudden an expert in things like Gymnastics, Beach Volleyball, Synchronized Swimming, and Water Polo. But it's not just me....it's everybody. "Did you see that match yesterday? The US totally blew that lead and almost lost it." What sport? ... http://hardman.org/random-thoughts/olympics-experts.html Angie and I are expecting our second boy in late August. One of the joys of having a newborn is picking a name. This time around, we have to find something that doesn't rhyme with Garrett, AND is agreeable with our last name. Hardman. (I still think 'Curtis Avery Hardman' ... http://hardman.org/random-thoughts/pronouncable-names-please.html I'm going to do my part here, because I think this is a shame. If you are a Canadian, and want to do your part, please click the link above and sign their petition. I'll also be posting this link on PutterTalk.com. http://hardman.org/other-peoples-battles/rogers-of-canada-makes-a-big-bo-bo-with-the-iphone-release.html It's been one year since the last episode of Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip. I miss that show. I know it's been a year, because the last episode is still on my Tivo. I can't bring myself to erase it. My wife rolls her eyes every time we're 'purging' and ... http://hardman.org/tv-shows/i-miss-studio-60.html Just putting this out there... First post! http://hardman.org/random-thoughts/new-sitefirst-post.html