New toy

This is a first on two levels; I lost my smartphone while snowmobiling and I purchased a BlackBerry Pearl on which I am typing this update. I am also creating this posting from Clickerville instead of the coffee shop. (Although, I wonder if I am really in Clickerville if I am not actually watching TV...) The Pearl is very cool although I thought it would be difficult to use the small keyboard with two letters on each key. However, it is actually quite easy as the little device predicts what word you want with amazing accuracy. I really like the small form factor over the pocket PC device that I lost.

I just spent two hours troubleshooting Internet problems at home that I ultimately discovered were caused by J's attempt to hook up cable in his room, which is not allowed. The kids watch enough TV; they don't need it in their room. I was pretty pissed and let J know it when he walked in the door. He was visibly upset with my tongue lashing but I want him to realize how his actions affect others. However, I need to improve my delivery of criticism as he takes everything so hard.

Last night, D and I went out to a comedy show. When she called me at work to ask me if I wanted to go, I really did not want to. However, I am glad I did as we had a great time. I was slightly bothered by one gentleman in our group that kept buying more beer for his already inebriated son. I think there is something wrong when a father plies his son with liquor, especially in front of other people.