So Long, Old Friend

Well after a few days in the hospital, time has won the battle, and it's with fond memories that I bid farewell to my laptop. It seems to be more logical to replace rather than repair at this stage. I did pay alot for that laptop, but I'd say I got my money's worth.
I took it to Louisiana twice, California once, and back and forth from Korea to Montana. It helped me through 5 college classes, started two blogs, and kept me in touch with my wife and kids for 9 months.
I researched recipes, played lots and lots of poker, and downloaded ukulele chords. It's been my source of entertainment and education, my outlet for expression and release of aggression.
I've ordered airplane tickets that lead to great vacations, researched adventures here in Korea, kept in touch with fellow airmen, soldiers, sailors and veterans.
I ordered refills for my "Reach Advantage Flosser" from drugstore.com when I couldn't find them here, and got some great magnetic bumper stickers from Prankplace.com.
Above all, I've downloaded hours and hours of raunchy porn, just kidding, kinda.

One of the best memories I have of this laptop is from a post I submitted 1 year ago on 23 May, 2005. Below is a copy of that post, followed by a link to the old Blog, enjoy.

I am sitting in my backyard in the shade with my laptop. Got a big glass of lemonade with a crap-load of ice in it. The chihuahua's are chilling in the grass. My kids are making treasure maps and "exploring" the backyard. It's a beautiful day and I think I'll play some online poker out here. Wireless internet is fantastic. The Contender is on tonight. Gonna barbecue some ribs, Korean style. Summer Sundays kick ass.My best friend had his wedding reception yesterday. I made two pans of baked ziti for it. I started the gravy on Friday night, it turned out spectacular. What a great weekend.My wife just joined us out here. I hope she doesn't want to go anywhere today, this backyard is just too comfortable.

Oh yeah, Happy Anniversary, Matay and Miss Lilly!
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