Originally Posted by msv (Post 13595743)

Was supposed to get my exit date today so I listened while my new mgr was having some trouble coming to the point and just before the final verdict I mentioned transitioning the cost savings projects I was working on. So "save money", "streamline processes" was her reply and suddenly I was asked when "I had to leave" and I replied when I'm 90. Now they are trying to write me back into the script for awhile longer. Would sure be nice not to be jobless at the moment.

Originally Posted by AMF in NJ (Post 13594910)

There's still time to join, but time is running out (the games begin tomorrow at ~noon). We have 6 participants so far, but don't be shy if you're not up on the :rolleyes:ball. I don't follow it closely myself but it's good fun. :-:

Originally Posted by Trustguy (Post 13595313)

I won my office pools in 2006 and 2007. Going back to back (with the requisite trash talking) was priceless. ^

Originally Posted by sbm12 (Post 13595293)

I won my office pool (and $1500+) in 2005 with Florida going all the way. That was fun. ^

Originally Posted by mwg25 (Post 13595261)

OK - all submitted.

My bracket was pretty awesome in 2006* but seems to have gotten worse every year after that...

* = at that point, I had just gotten into LSU and figured I HAD to pick them to get to the Final Four, you know, for sentimental reasons... :)

Originally Posted by mwg25 (Post 13595004)

I have almost NO green clothing of any sort.

Originally Posted by Trustguy (Post 13595178)

Good afternoon Box from San Francisco financial district.

Originally Posted by carsonheim (Post 13595760)

Good afternoon box! I am here to report that the old saying is true: You get what you pay for.

On my $2.12 vacation to Freeport Bahamas, I think I overpaid by about $1. :p

The hotel where we stayed, the Island Palm Resort, was mediocre at best. Opsprof and I had each booked separately in order to each take advantage of the $400 coupon on Expedia. When we arrived at the hotel, we told them we had two separate rooms booked and already paid for, but we'd like to share a single room. We asked if we could trade in our two rooms for one better room, like a suite. The desk clerk was happy to accomodate this request, and while the hotel does not have suites, they put us in a room with a kitchenette -- great for me since I love to buy a few items at the local grocery and keep 'em in the fridge. The kitchenette is equipped with a fridge, microwave, coffee maker, and range.

Upon arrival in our room, we noticed there was no fridge. We alerted the staff who said they will have one delivered, but it would be the following day since the maintenance staff was gone. We did finally get the fridge the following NIGHT. About 24 hours after checking in :rolleyes:

Fridge didn't work. no big deal because it was missing all the shelves, smelled bad and had plenty of dead bugs inside. We opted for the ice bucket instead, and kept yogurt and milk for coffee chilled in there, and in the kitchen sink.

Purchased some coffee at a local grocery store. Guess what? coffee maker doesn't work. :rolleyes: they did sent one up within 30 minutes when we called on that.

Digital alarm clock/radio. Doesn't work. Runs fast. When we checked in the room the time was wrong, so I reset it. In the morning we woke up at about 7:30. Clock says it's after 11:00. :rolleyes:

This hotel had just re-opened for the season after being closed for a few months. The room had a fine layer of dirty dust over everything. Walking on the floor in bare feet from the bed to the bathroom built up a 1/2 layer of dirt on soles of feet. :rolleyes:

Anyhoo, we didn't spend much time there. Spent most time at Port Lucaya, which is the shopping/partying area with shops and bars. If anyone from here is going on this trip, you've got to head over to Rum Runners bar at Port Lucaya. They know how to make drinks. They pour 'em heavy. MMMMmmm!!

Ohhhh, I almost forgot! Opsprof and I took a VDB on our MIA-FPT AAirplane flight at 3:45 that confirmed us on a 6:10 flight. The 3:45 flight was delayed until 4:15, 4:45, 5:15, then finally 6:00 pm. We stood in the boarding line, till the end, got our bump vouchers, then proceed to board our 6:10 flight that got in right behind the original flight! ^ :D Now I've got $250 to use on AAnother AAirline...

For $2.12 I wasn't expecting the Four Seasons :p I didn't get all bent out of shape about the mishaps at the hotel, and ended up having a pretty good time overall. Relaxed, layed on the beach, drank. For a net cost of -$247.88. Not bad at all :cool:

Originally Posted by msv (Post 13595743)

Was supposed to get my exit date today so I listened while my new mgr was having some trouble coming to the point and just before the final verdict I mentioned transitioning the cost savings projects I was working on. So "save money", "streamline processes" was her reply and suddenly I was asked when "I had to leave" and I replied when I'm 90. Now they are trying to write me back into the script for awhile longer. Would sure be nice not to be jobless at the moment.

Originally Posted by fozz (Post 13595874)

Today's moment of zen. Though, it really has nothing to do with US, I do like that it ties into US.

Originally Posted by cheepneezy (Post 13595889)

i bet the pilot's wife knows about his affair now.:rolleyes:

Originally Posted by fozz (Post 13595874)

Today's moment of zen. Though, it really has nothing to do with US, I do like that it ties into US.

Originally Posted by ssullivan (Post 13595968)

Link doesn't seem to work for me.

Originally Posted by colpuck (Post 13596012)

Summary

Pilot strays from wife with a FA. FA's ex threatens to spill to pilot's wife (now soon to be ex). Pilot and FA explain to ex that slience is golden. PHX DA is now explaining the meaning of "felony assault and battery" to said pilot and FA.

Originally Posted by Scott6067 (Post 13594422)

I thought you didnt need to get permission!?!?!?!?!

Originally Posted by Mackieman (Post 13594504)

The Sheraton La Jolla is an ok place, but the Grand Hyatt across the freeway is much nicer. But, there is a Rock Bottom brewery down the street from the Sheraton. ^

Originally Posted by sfogate (Post 13594839)

I am still waiting to hear from CO Insider about getting access to the airport and aircraft for our photo shoot. I am assuming that he is very busy with all of the new changes taking place.

June 12 weekend will be our first attempt to get most of the picture taking taken, one way or another.

Originally Posted by Brituchenite (Post 13594596)

Anyone know if there are lockers or left luggage facilities at IAH for a suitcase and laptop bag?