This year's holiday party was held at Figlio on the Country Club Plaza.

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Final Score - White shirts 6 / Dark shirts 1

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We attended Chuck and Anna's wedding on a beautiful beach in Jamaica. We also took this opportunity to enjoy some rest, relaxation and fun for ourselves. It was an eventful week as we snorkeled every day at the reef about 30 yards from our resort. Plus we took a glass-bottom boat tour, did some wind surfing, poker, played pool, swimming, watched the local entertainment, did some shopping and partied with friends. So would we go back? YA MON! We will definitely go back.

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I put in my notice with Chickasaw/USDA and I have accepted a new full-time remote Senior Software Engineer position with ING Financial Services. This opportunity gives me a chance to grow further professionally and be at home more with my family. I'll still be working with the Oracle/Stellent products and leading a team of four on a large growing project.

ING is a global financial institution of Dutch origin offering banking, insurance and asset management to over 75 million private, corporate and institutional clients in more than 50 countries. With a diverse workforce of about 120,000 people, ING comprises a broad spectrum of prominent companies that increasingly serve their clients under the ING brand and they are the third-largest defined contribution business in the U.S.

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Today the US Secretary of Agriculture, Ed Schafer visited my work. Ed was also the governor of North Dakota for two terms. That's me on the left in the back.

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We celebrated Angelas fourth and final baby shower with friends from our work at USDA. The cake was ordered from Baskin-Robbins. We also went to Jacks Stack BBQ for lunch. Thanks to everyone that was able to attend. Your support, kind words and generosity are very appreciated.

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Tonight I'm seeing Billy Joel, Stevie Nicks, Mick Fleetwood, Lenny Kravitz and others in concert.

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I've arrived in San Francisco, joining 40,000 other technical folks for a week of learning and fun.

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It was a real busy weekend with five parties. It was good visiting with all of you again. Thanks for the good fun!


1) Greg Brooks Farewell


2) Chuck and Anna's Engagement Party


3) Munden Manor Halloween Party (I was K-Fed)


4) Guitar Hero III Release Party at GameSpot


5) Guitar Hero III Party at the Lindsey's

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I participate in a charity flag football game once a year at work. This year wasn't as rough as the last two, but I'm a bit sore. Been really enjoying the hot-tub the past couple nights :-)

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Music: XM Radio-Fungus 53
Mood: Another Day, Another Dollar

I just renewed another year with USDA doing Stellent Administration. I've really been enjoying this job and it's been a great experience so far. They have a huge project rolling.

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Working for the gov is going good.

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