Miltrucker Today

My 40 year old brother throwing a tantrum

2012-02-14T07:29:00.000-06:00

My older brother has had a tough life at times. However most of the time it's hard because he makes bad choices. He has spent 40+ years using my parents for their money and help. My father is now almost 70 and has been diagnosed with cancer. He is having surgery today. Yesterday here is a text conversation my brother had with me: B: R u alive? I'm in a jam. Don't say shit 2 mom or dad. I'm

Car Review: Ford Focus

2012-02-03T21:08:00.002-06:00

The Ford Focus found here: http://www.ford.com/cars/focus/ I have had this car on several trips: This was the most recent in NC. 141 miles, good sunny weather with temps between 40 at night and 68 during the day. This trip was much shorter, 42 miles, but much colder and with snow on the morning of day two. This trip was 514 miles, and I had the titanium edition

Room Walk Through: Crowne Plaza Hickory, NC

2012-01-30T21:42:00.000-06:00

Hotel Web Site: http://www.crowneplaza.com/hotels/us/en/hickory/hcknc/hoteldetail?sicreative=9559202840&dp=true&sicontent=0&sitrackingid=123157016&cm_mmc=Google-PS-CrownePlaza-_-G+B-AmericasEast-_-NC-Hickory-_-crowne+plaza+hickory+nc&siclientid=1863 What I can say: Impressive lobby area Difficult intersections Strange floor plan Good internet service somewhat thin walls, not terrible

Room Walk through: Hilton Garden Inn Worcester, MA

2012-01-28T21:32:00.000-06:00

Hotel Web Site: http://www.hiltongardeninn.com/en/gi/hotels/index.jhtml?ctyhocn=BEDWOGI On Google: http://maps.google.com/maps?um=1&ie=UTF-8&q=altoona,+wi+hotels&fb=1&gl=us&hq=hotels&hnear=0x87f8bb7f72acfacb:0x37db306976865071,Altoona,+WI&ei=JqIsT72DIqGy0AGrnbj0Cg&sa=X&oi=local_group&ct=image&ved=0CCwQtgM What I can say: Some noise from the Hospital across the street Great staff Decent

Car Review: Nissan Versa Hatchback

2012-01-07T10:52:00.000-06:00

The Nissan Versa Found here: http://www.nissanusa.com/versa-hatchback/?next=Versa_Sedan.VLP.Versa_Hatchback.VLP I took this car on a rather long trip: It was about 600 miles. The weather was cold, with some rain and some snow. I had the car for a week. Ok, so first off I have a confession to make. I wanted to hate this car. You see I want american cars to be better than the little cheap

Chevy Aveo Review

2011-12-22T19:47:00.003-06:00

In a world where people give a shit what I think... some may like to hear about my thoughts on some of the rental cars I have driven for work. Well... Allow me: The Chevy Aveo Found here: http://www.chevrolet.com/aveo/ So not having done this before, but enjoying cars here we go: I took this car on a rather long trip: It was about 300 miles one way. The weather was cold, windy, but clear.

Room Walk through: Metropolis Resort Eau Claire, WI

2011-12-09T21:24:00.000-06:00

Hotel Web-Site: http://www.metropolisresort.com/ On Google: http://maps.google.com/maps?um=1&ie=UTF-8&q=altoona,+wi+hotels&fb=1&gl=us&hq=hotels&hnear=0x87f8bb7f72acfacb:0x37db306976865071,Altoona,+WI&ei=JqIsT72DIqGy0AGrnbj0Cg&sa=X&oi=local_group&ct=image&ved=0CCwQtgM What I can say: Good nights sleep Crazy loud heater in the room Great Jacuzzi Semi Cheesy fireplace, but still nice overall

Malibu Canyon Road Drive

2011-09-24T21:49:00.000-05:00

Less is more

2011-09-19T20:21:00.000-05:00

So Trying something new... Less is more. Lunch: Rainbow Roll From: http://maps.google.com/maps/place?hl=en&um=1&ie=UTF-8&q=sushi+in+wausau,+wi&fb=1&gl=us&hq=sushi&hnear=0x8800279df8284883:0x3295ad8e8e88b5c,Wausau,+WI&cid=14402886025290193217 Great food, ok service.

Opportunity.

2011-06-13T12:25:00.001-05:00

Yesterday's sermon was about watching for opportunity. To present itself. I'm reasonably sure this entire week is one giant opportunity. I've been selected as a key player in a HUGE change taking place where I work. Now all I have to do is not drop the ball!

Country Inn & Suites Monona, WI 25-29Apr11

2011-05-01T12:28:00.000-05:00

Last weeks Room was here: http://www.countryinns.com/madison-hotel-wi-53716/wimonona Here's a walk through of the room: Only a few -'s TV's could use updating There was a concerning stain on one of the chairs... ugh... Now for the +'sGreat internet speeds! Thanks to Charter Communications as the provider. Good breakfast, plenty of variety. Quiet rooms. Decent pool area. OK Gym area, could

My humble dinner.

2011-04-01T19:30:00.001-05:00

Where from here?

2011-03-27T10:41:00.004-05:00

Work is interesting to say the least these days. I find myself in the midst of a corporate fad, and I feel as though I'm the only one who sees it as such. I am a facilitator, trainer, speaker, whatever term you choose to use. The bare bones of it is, I get up in front of people and use all means available to help them understand something that they either didn't, or had never been exposed to

Stoney Creek Inn Onalaska, WI 21-24 March 11

2011-03-21T19:37:00.005-05:00

This weeks Hotel:http://www.stoneycreekinn.com/locations/index.cfm?LocationID=9 Room Pluses:Fridge Extra space VS "usual" Makeup remover, and decent soap. Phone in room has speed dial to local restaurants and bars. $20.00 off coupon from front desk for local restaurants. (FREE) Great workout room, equipment is well kept and it also has a sauna. The pool is interesting, as you can swim under a

31Jan-4Feb11 Stay

2011-02-06T00:33:00.006-06:00

Homewood Suites by Hilton® Madison West 479 Commerce Drive, Madison, Wisconsin, United States 53719 Tel: 1-608-271-0600 Fax: 1-608-271-0601http://homewoodsuites1.hilton.com/en_US/hw/hotel/MSNHWHW-Homewood-Suites-by-Hilton-Madison-West-Wisconsin/index.do This week I stayed at the Home Wood Suites in Madison West, WI.I always enjoy my stays here.The Staff is always helpful and upbeat.The

24-28Jan11 Hotel

2011-01-29T19:48:00.006-06:00

MADISON WEST 1109 FOURIER DRIVE MADISON, WISCONSIN 53717 UNITED STATESHotel Front Desk: 1-608-826-0500 Hotel Fax: 1-608-826-0550http://www.holidayinn.com/hotels/us/en/madison/msnbh/hoteldetail My room was good, The staff was good, the price was OK. Breakfast was Excellent.I would not eat dinner at the attached restaurant unless you enjoy overpriced food that is not great.They also have a

True Love

2011-01-22T20:40:00.001-06:00

That's right, she went outside in her PJ's to clean off my car while I got ready for work... no two ways about it It's true love.I'm a blessed man.

Last weeks stay

2011-01-22T20:39:00.001-06:00

Holiday Inn Express : MADISON 722 John Nolen Drive Madison WI 53713 United States 1-800-465-4329 http://www.hiexpress.com/hotels/us/en/madison/msnjn/hoteldetail Lobby:Clean, well appointed Elevator / Stairs:Stairwell was clean and well kept Elevator is older, but in good repair. Room:Regular size room this week Furniture in good repair, plenty of room to set up PC, and a table to have

Last weeks stay

2011-01-17T20:45:00.001-06:00

Quality Inn & Suites2969 Cahill MainMadison, WI 53711608-274-7200http://www.qualityinn.com/hotel-madison-wisconsin-WI089Lobby:Clean, nice, but not impressive. Room:Clean, large.Furniture is OK, but a little banged up with the main dresser not opening or closing well. Internet:Wired or WirelessProvider is Charter CommunicationsSpeed was very adequate for my use. The doors for the rooms are

info graphic

2011-01-02T10:01:00.001-06:00

#year_review_holder * { margin:0; padding:0; font-family:Arial; color:#000; height:auto; width:auto; border:0; } 2010 Year in Review by Online Schools | View Infographic Full Screen

Thanksgiving

2010-11-24T17:54:00.000-06:00

In America we have many, many things to be thankful for. Yet, I bet if you truly went around the table, and NO BS had the actual answers that people were thinking, you'd be a little shocked. In America there is a seeming concerted effort to push material wants higher and higher up the importance ladder. In other country's that ladders top rung is faith, or perhaps family, or even patriotism. I'm

Late Fall

2010-11-17T20:38:00.000-06:00

Apparently late fall has stolen into my life without warning. I recall thinking some time around September that things were going fast... now I'm here. How does this happen? I guess I get caught up in the day to day <-- ugh that's such a horrible term.... hate it. I'll try again.... I get so focused on a short to-do list each day that I don't step back and look at the big picture enough. Ahhhh

Veterans Day

2010-11-11T21:19:00.002-06:00

On Veterans day, as any other day I hold those who gave all for our great nation in the highest regard. I hope that I have honored their legacy with my own service. I thank those who have served and come home, and I pray for those who are currently serving. GOD BLESS AMERICA.

Breaking it down ETS: I'm feeling like the most important thing I will ever do or be a part of is now relegated to my past.

2010-10-22T19:32:00.000-05:00

So a cool thing about life, is that we don't know what were going to do, or where were going to end up in the future. I know everyone says they want to know, but really, I mean really, do we? I think at heart that would ruin us. To coin the lyrics of Marilyn Manson: If all of your wishes are granted many of your dreams will be destroyed. True I believe. Any way, what I'm trying to say is that

Breaking it down ETS: the walk away

2010-09-30T22:15:00.000-05:00

I'm feeling like I have walked away from my brothers & sisters in arms in a time when they need me. So this one doesn't need much in the way of explanation I suppose. but what the hell? right? After being involved in Iraq during some of the more pivotal times (during the invasion, then during some of the worst sectarian violence, and finally during the start of our "withdraw") not being