Robert Raymond

For the first time in 35 years, I got to play Baritone horn in an alumni band at my step-daughter's high school. I had my doubts, but once I got the mouthpiece to my lips, it all came back to me. In the end, I was exhausted, but I had a great time.

Database developers need to be knowledgeable with several different DB engines. Each one has its strengths and weaknesses. It is key to use the right right DB to effectively reach the desired end state.

If it is really that simple, let's all start flying peace flags (he said after taking a big bite from a sarcasm pie).

I do not have enough bookshelves. Which is why I have 3 three foot stacks of books on the floor, grouped by genre.

Meet and greet with Sara Groves.

After six years of trying, after leaving home at 3:15 AM, and spending seven hours at airports and on airplanes, I finally got to attend a Sara Groves concert. Even while traveling, I was convinced that I would miss a connection or a flight would be delayed. I made it anyway.

Sports BlueSky! Quote Post with your favorite teams

NBA: Pacers
WNBA: N/A
NHL: Nordiques
NFL: Bengals
MLB: Reds
MLS: N/A
NWSL: N/A
Euro Soccer: Sheffield Wednesday
International Soccer: England
College Football: Sycamores
F1:N/A

N/A=Do not follow league

About four hours ago, the project that I have put heart and soul into for the last 2+ years had been cancelled due to budget cuts. 4th time in my 30+ yr career, but this one really hurts. I keep my job, which I am thankful for, but I will be moved to tasking that I really hate. And so it goes.

I actually 'learned' in middle school, aka jr. high.

This was Indiana in the late '70s.

For the record, I took dance classes in college for my phys ed credits. Years later, I met a lady at square dance and we married three years later. Coming up on year number twenty-eight.

Potential side quest: Post fifteen photos of snails of action?

If you fire professors too quickly, there will not be enough of them to teach the students. Students will not enroll. Less university income. University closes. Unless, of course, the school has a nationally prominent sports team or two. If they do, they are bulletproof.

First BlueSky post. Nine minutes before bedtime.