tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-86977550006125364.post777850426072279635..comments2023-12-11T11:29:48.861+07:00Comments on The Transformed Non-Conformist: I'm FreeBrett Minorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13181569922751252054noreply@blogger.comBlogger41125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-86977550006125364.post-41578070676375588942012-05-16T20:26:10.180+07:002012-05-16T20:26:10.180+07:00Thank you. We had a good day yesterday. I feels go...Thank you. We had a good day yesterday. I feels good to wake up and know that I don't have any pressing school responsibilities.Brett Minorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13181569922751252054noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-86977550006125364.post-9791515926374511332012-05-16T14:04:04.230+07:002012-05-16T14:04:04.230+07:00As usual, i am late to the party. I hope you and r...As usual, i am late to the party. I hope you and red DID have fun, and congratulations with the assigment! Must be a great feeling!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-86977550006125364.post-47203350600435371632012-05-16T11:59:50.916+07:002012-05-16T11:59:50.916+07:00I am sorry your plans were ruined. Sounds like tha...I am sorry your plans were ruined. Sounds like that will not be much fun. Try to find some moments for yourself in the midst of it.Brett Minorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13181569922751252054noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-86977550006125364.post-5185245221805475692012-05-16T11:58:24.207+07:002012-05-16T11:58:24.207+07:00Break that cycle. Whether you do or not, I hope yo...Break that cycle. Whether you do or not, I hope your summer is a great one.Brett Minorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13181569922751252054noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-86977550006125364.post-16150561208170912432012-05-16T11:57:45.704+07:002012-05-16T11:57:45.704+07:00It would be great to see some more stand up. I for...It would be great to see some more stand up. I forgot that you have winter in your hemisphere at this time. Make the best of it and enjoy your winter.Brett Minorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13181569922751252054noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-86977550006125364.post-20664740055726154472012-05-16T11:56:35.519+07:002012-05-16T11:56:35.519+07:00Thank you. We DID have fun today.Thank you. We DID have fun today.Brett Minorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13181569922751252054noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-86977550006125364.post-15212608036466071892012-05-16T11:55:29.574+07:002012-05-16T11:55:29.574+07:00I would love to take you up on that.I would love to take you up on that.Brett Minorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13181569922751252054noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-86977550006125364.post-6670514089446868722012-05-16T01:42:46.400+07:002012-05-16T01:42:46.400+07:00So, is this open to all bloggers? What kind of en...So, is this open to all bloggers? What kind of entertainment are you offering? Because that might change my willingness to drive on over. Is this a Fritos and Beer kinda shindig or a Champagne brunch sort of thing? You know, cuz I'm all fancy and stuff.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-86977550006125364.post-80951321829786508332012-05-15T22:46:18.028+07:002012-05-15T22:46:18.028+07:00Congratulations on finishing your last assignment ...Congratulations on finishing your last assignment for the semester. And I hope that you and Red have a fantastic time! :)Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06418601369080683210noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-86977550006125364.post-72926824699241465052012-05-15T19:15:48.735+07:002012-05-15T19:15:48.735+07:00I will of course be entertaining visiting bloggers...I will of course be entertaining visiting bloggers in my home which is convenient to Washington and Baltimore...lolWilyGuyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17867042879433282534noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-86977550006125364.post-17022138080208854442012-05-15T15:24:10.293+07:002012-05-15T15:24:10.293+07:00Sigh, it is winter here in the southern hemisphere...Sigh, it is winter here in the southern hemisphere, and the days are getting shorter and colder<br /><br />But when the weather gets cold, everyone heads inside for a few laughs. I am going to do some more stand-up in the next couple of weeks. Hopefully something good enough for me to post ;)<br /><br />One year in, many more to go :p Keep up the good work and keep on track! Not seeing Red on theRustyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15298691125378912723noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-86977550006125364.post-6966811576905491992012-05-15T15:06:15.314+07:002012-05-15T15:06:15.314+07:00My plan for the summer was to move to England. Tha...My plan for the summer was to move to England. That's been blown to bits. I am fighting for custody of my nieces, and moving far away from their parents, who would have supervised visitations, would not be a good idea. Have fun for me, will you?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-86977550006125364.post-75972449896983334802012-05-15T13:37:31.435+07:002012-05-15T13:37:31.435+07:00I go through an entire ritual each summer. A few ...I go through an entire ritual each summer. A few days of busy work, then a few days of sloth, then a week or two of over-work withdrawl where I clean the whole house and organize every file on my computer. Then I read a shit ton of books--and they are never educational. Oh no, grad school wrung out any desire to be educated through reading, so I pick up every sci-fi I can. And then I feel Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-86977550006125364.post-57772856076685878242012-05-15T12:24:30.330+07:002012-05-15T12:24:30.330+07:00I will definitely let you know. These last few day...I will definitely let you know. These last few days I've felt like I'm going to explode with excitement! It just feels like the whole world is opening up for me right now. Someone better tie me down... I need to be slapped back into reality or something.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-86977550006125364.post-41702998531159519052012-05-15T12:13:36.352+07:002012-05-15T12:13:36.352+07:00Having warmer weather that can be enjoyed is beaut...Having warmer weather that can be enjoyed is beautiful. I lock myself in the house during the winter months. I can't imagine what it would be like in Canada.<br /><br />This summer looks to be a great one. Enjoy your trips with the family.Brett Minorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13181569922751252054noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-86977550006125364.post-34838011593705509242012-05-15T12:05:53.513+07:002012-05-15T12:05:53.513+07:00It's exciting that the summer holds so much pr...It's exciting that the summer holds so much promise and adventure for you. Way to go on completing the courses you had for this term. It sounds like you did quite well at it.<br /><br />Sadly, summer tends to be my busiest time of year although we do already have a few weekend camping trips planned. Also, we have a graduation for our middle son to attend. We're on the decorating comity soKenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17697779460254600164noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-86977550006125364.post-19399603379898164972012-05-15T09:59:54.828+07:002012-05-15T09:59:54.828+07:00This may sound strange, but make sure you make it ...This may sound strange, but make sure you make it known when you will be state side. No promises, but I am always up for a road trip. A few of us may try to meet up with you.Brett Minorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13181569922751252054noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-86977550006125364.post-42384473077347649222012-05-15T09:58:35.841+07:002012-05-15T09:58:35.841+07:00I've got three years of Koine Greek and one ye...I've got three years of Koine Greek and one year of Hebrew behind me. It was part of my undergraduate work. I could parse in my sleep for a while.<br /><br />If I double up on my classes I may be able to knock out the rest in 2 more years.<br /><br />Thank you.Brett Minorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13181569922751252054noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-86977550006125364.post-18011941296991086452012-05-15T09:35:00.389+07:002012-05-15T09:35:00.389+07:00Also, my big plans are making it to the States. Fi...Also, my big plans are making it to the States. Fingers crossed!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-86977550006125364.post-16139511106040511332012-05-15T09:22:12.107+07:002012-05-15T09:22:12.107+07:00Congratulations! It's really wonderful to hear...Congratulations! It's really wonderful to hear this - the feeling of freedom literally jumps out of the page. It felt very nice as it washed over me lol... (me being poetic).<br /><br />Anyway, maybe by now you've commented, but there was a post of Red's that you didn't leave feedback on - and I was starting to worry - obviously my concerns were totally unfounded though. Hurray Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-86977550006125364.post-36973651693139837612012-05-15T09:15:52.876+07:002012-05-15T09:15:52.876+07:00Way to go Brett! School (as a REAL adult) is not ...Way to go Brett! School (as a REAL adult) is not easy. I'm impressed that you're knocking it all out! So what do you have 1 year left? My husband was in school (grueling, mind-melting ancient languages) for 16 years. But now he can parse Ancient Greek words and punctuate Biblical Hebrew Poetry. <br />It's all so worth it in the end. A great way to spend your time and money. Heatherhttp://www.creativedevolution.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-86977550006125364.post-69980326562015851262012-05-15T08:33:45.385+07:002012-05-15T08:33:45.385+07:00One weekend in New Hampshire in mid-June.
It'...One weekend in New Hampshire in mid-June.<br /><br />It's always good when the kids can get away from the parents for a while as well. Enjoy your summer.Brett Minorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13181569922751252054noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-86977550006125364.post-59599015631899711152012-05-15T08:25:10.523+07:002012-05-15T08:25:10.523+07:00Where on the East Coast are you gonna be?
We have...Where on the East Coast are you gonna be?<br /><br />We have plans to go down to the ocean for a week and I am going to BlogHer in August. Otherwise, just work and kids going to camps. Although my parents are taking the kids for a week in June, so that will be a nice break, even though I have to work the entire time.<br /><br />Congrats on finishing your classes for the summer! Have fun. :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-86977550006125364.post-91041206837638109942012-05-15T08:18:53.067+07:002012-05-15T08:18:53.067+07:00That sounds like an amazing summer. I've never...That sounds like an amazing summer. I've never been to Yosemite, but anywhere would work.Brett Minorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13181569922751252054noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-86977550006125364.post-29727019832446516192012-05-15T08:18:17.725+07:002012-05-15T08:18:17.725+07:00Unfortunately, I am not at the halfway point yet. ...Unfortunately, I am not at the halfway point yet. I am 13 hours into an 87 hour degree. Now that I understand the workload, I will double up for next year.<br /><br />That last week is always the hardest. Your almost there. Finish strong.Brett Minorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13181569922751252054noreply@blogger.com