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	<title>O Weblog! &#187; Holidays</title>
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		<title>Remembering a fallen brother and frat..</title>
		<link>http://www.sphinx7.org/wordpress/2009/05/25/remembering-a-fallen-brother-and-frat/250</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2009 05:12:08 +0000</pubDate>
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				<category><![CDATA[Family]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Holidays]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[You are missed Kermit.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>There is something weighing heavy on my mind and heart this memorial day.  I am thinking about Kermit Evans. He is the young man that is pictured on my sight in the right-hand side.  No, that is not a picture of me but a picture of my fallen frat brother, home boy, and little brother.  I am throwing the Phi for you Frat. \m/ A PHI! A Phi little brother&#8230;06!</p>
<p>So this day, let us remember what this day is truly for.  It is a day to pay homage and thanks to those who gave their lives for us.  It is a day also to give thanks to those who are in service now, and those who have served.  Thank you.</p>
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		<title>Happy New Year</title>
		<link>http://www.sphinx7.org/wordpress/2008/12/31/happy-new-year/233</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2008 15:59:04 +0000</pubDate>
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				<category><![CDATA[Holidays]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Life]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[New Years carries with it hope.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Well, that time has come again or should I say the time has gone again.  We are in a new year.  The nice thing about new years is that it brings hope for things to be better.  I am really hopeful.  I hope things are better for you in 2009 as well.</p>
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		<title>Yes, Virginia there is a Santa Claus</title>
		<link>http://www.sphinx7.org/wordpress/2008/12/25/yes-virginia-there-is-a-santa-claus/227</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 26 Dec 2008 01:08:29 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>site admin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[General]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Holidays]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Christmas]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Newseum]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Santa]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Santa Claus]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Santa does exist!]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I have always loved <a title="Newseum exhibit on Yes Virginia there is a Santa Claus" href="http://www.newseum.org/news/news.aspx?item=nh_YES081205&amp;style=f" target="_blank">this article</a>.  I believe it shows how cynical we become as we grow older.  It also shows how we loose that magic that we naturally as children.  In addition, if we continue to listen to other &#8220;adults&#8221; our beliefin this special magic becomes tainted and dimmed.  So, for the holidays recapture that inner magic and head over to the <a title="Newseum.org" href="http://www.newseum.org/" target="_blank">Newseum</a> and read the history behind the article, and visit the online exhibits and enjoy.</p>
<p>Happy Holidays!</p>
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		<title>Going home for the holidays</title>
		<link>http://www.sphinx7.org/wordpress/2008/12/21/going-home-for-the-holidays/219</link>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2008 10:37:51 +0000</pubDate>
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				<category><![CDATA[Family]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Holidays]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Life]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Blessed]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[blessing]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[blessings]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[God's Love is the gift of family.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I always like going home for the holidays.  I really miss my immediate family.  I was truly blessed with gifts from God by having the parents that I do.  It is because of them, I am the person I am today.   Continuing with the family theme, I have a wonderful wife, and great children.  Thank you Heavenly Father.</p>
<p>Merry Christmas!</p>
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		<title>Universal Studios on Mother&#8217;s Day</title>
		<link>http://www.sphinx7.org/wordpress/2007/07/04/mothers-day-and-emerils/146</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 05 Jul 2007 03:38:58 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Emerils; Orlanda, Florida; and Mother's day...enough said. :)]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.sphinx7.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2007/07/64_emerils_orlando.jpg" title="Emerils Restaurant Outside at Universal Studios"><img src="http://www.sphinx7.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2007/07/64_emerils_orlando.thumbnail.jpg" alt="Emerils Restaurant Outside at Universal Studios" /></a><a href="http://www.sphinx7.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2007/07/emerils_postcard.jpg" title="Emerils Restaurant Inside at Universal Studios"><img src="http://www.sphinx7.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2007/07/emerils_postcard.thumbnail.jpg" alt="Emerils Restaurant Inside at Universal Studios" /></a></p>
<p>Okay, I know I have not written a post in a while. That is because I am trying to tie up loose ends on the two big projects I am working. They are close and I am quite proud of them. <img src='http://www.sphinx7.org/wordpress/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_smile.gif' alt=':)' class='wp-smiley' />  More importantly, they got done. Those applications were basically willed into being&#8230;my will that is. <img src='http://www.sphinx7.org/wordpress/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_smile.gif' alt=':)' class='wp-smiley' />  The interesting part is that everyone wants to use them now! They people are happy they are there. However as we all know in the IT world, the paper work is usually slower than the application. <img src='http://www.sphinx7.org/wordpress/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_smile.gif' alt=':)' class='wp-smiley' />  Oh well enough about work.</p>
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<p>I did want to share a little bit about some time I tried to take off right before the rollouts of the software. However, as you have probably already guessed I spent most of the time working. Anyway&#8230; My wife and I wanted to do something really special for my Mom on Mother&#8217;s Day. Of course my wife would reap the same benefits. <img src='http://www.sphinx7.org/wordpress/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_smile.gif' alt=':)' class='wp-smiley' />  On with the story&#8230;it turns out my Mom is a big Emerils fan. So since we were going to the happiest place on earth (will be in a later post <img src='http://www.sphinx7.org/wordpress/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_smile.gif' alt=':)' class='wp-smiley' /> &#8230;guess you will have to come back to see what that is about! <img src='http://www.sphinx7.org/wordpress/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_smile.gif' alt=':)' class='wp-smiley' /> ), we decided to take her to Emerils restaurant. I believe she was excited and enjoyed it. <img src='http://www.sphinx7.org/wordpress/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_smile.gif' alt=':)' class='wp-smiley' />  There was a hefty check considering all of the people in our party, but it was worth it to see the happiness in my Mom&#8217;s eyes. By the way, I believe my Daddy enjoyed it too. <img src='http://www.sphinx7.org/wordpress/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_wink.gif' alt=';)' class='wp-smiley' /> </p>
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		<title>Happy Easter!</title>
		<link>http://www.sphinx7.org/wordpress/2007/04/08/thank-you/134</link>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 08 Apr 2007 19:30:57 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Something to be thankful for.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Happy Easter!  Remember the reason for the observance, and give thanks.  Amen. <!--fingerprint--> </p>
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		<title>Happy New Year!</title>
		<link>http://www.sphinx7.org/wordpress/2007/01/01/new-year-resolutions/125</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 02 Jan 2007 02:02:57 +0000</pubDate>
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				<category><![CDATA[Holidays]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Happy New Year everyone.  This is where everyone writes about all of the new year resolutions.  If you guess I am about to do that, then you are absolutely correct.   However, I will hopefully be a little more reasonable than some.  I intend to loose some weight.  Notice I said some, and did not [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Happy New Year everyone.  This is where everyone writes about all of the new year resolutions.  If you guess I am about to do that, then you are absolutely correct. <img src='http://www.sphinx7.org/wordpress/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_smile.gif' alt=':)' class='wp-smiley' />   However, I will hopefully be a little more reasonable than some.  <!--fingerprint--></p>
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<li>I intend to loose some weight.  Notice I said some, and did not indicate a specific amount. <img src='http://www.sphinx7.org/wordpress/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_wink.gif' alt=';)' class='wp-smiley' /> </li>
<li>I will also try to exercise more than I did in 2006.  So, if I do this one I should be able to keep the first resolution.</li>
<li>I intend to also not stress so much about work.  However, this is predicated after I have my IT shop organization in place.</li>
<li>I intend to spend more time with my family.</li>
<li>I intend to do more things for me.  I may or may not elaborate on this some time in the future.  Guess you will have to keep coming back to see. <img src='http://www.sphinx7.org/wordpress/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_razz.gif' alt=':P' class='wp-smiley' /> </li>
<li>I intend to pray and attend church more this coming year.  Once again, if I keep this one then all of the others will be achievable because prayer makes all things possible.</li>
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<p>I believe five should be enough.  This is enough for me to remember and to possibly keep. <img src='http://www.sphinx7.org/wordpress/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_smile.gif' alt=':)' class='wp-smiley' />   Speaking of keeping&#8230;</p>
<p>I hope you are also making realistic resolutions and setting some achievable goals to build upon.  I wish you and yours prosperity in 2007.</p>
<p>Cheers!</p>
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		<title>Christmas</title>
		<link>http://www.sphinx7.org/wordpress/2006/12/23/oh-holy-night/123</link>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 24 Dec 2006 04:38:42 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Oh Holy Night]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Christmas always brings a warm feeling to me.  It marks a time where we are to think of others and not ourselves.  We should also remember what the season is really about.  We should also ensure the children of today also remember what this time is about.  With that, I want to wish you and yours a Merry Christmas! <!--fingerprint--></p>
<blockquote><p>Truly He taught us to love one another<br />
His law is love and His gospel is peace<br />
Chains shall He break for the slave is our brother<br />
And in His name all oppression shall cease<br />
Sweet hymns of joy in grateful chorus raise we,<br />
Let all within us praise His holy name.</p></blockquote>
<p>Also, I will be saying a special prayer for Kermit and his family.</p>
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		<title>Google Logos</title>
		<link>http://www.sphinx7.org/wordpress/2006/07/04/google-logos/107</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 04 Jul 2006 06:02:56 +0000</pubDate>
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				<category><![CDATA[Fun]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Google Logos are cool!]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I really like to look at the different logos that Google comes up with.  Head on over there and take a look for yourself.  Here is the <a title="Google Logos" target="_blank" href="http://www.google.com/holidaylogos.html">link</a> to their holiday logos.    Here is another <a target="_blank" title="Custom Logos" href="http://www.google.com/customlogos.html">link</a> to logos created by people for google.  Have fun!</p>
<p>Cheers!</p>
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		<title>New Year 2006</title>
		<link>http://www.sphinx7.org/wordpress/2006/01/01/new-year-2006/65</link>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 01 Jan 2006 07:01:06 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[2006 has been ushered in.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Well, another year has passed and a new year has begun.  Well, happy new year everyone.  I will be trying to do a better job at posting.  The posts might be shorter, but hopefully they will be more regular.</p>
<p>Cheers!</p>
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