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… And no I’m not talking about the dragon from How To Train Your Dragon (Although I must admit, one of my favorite films of the year).  Lucy lost her first tooth last night.  She was so so excited, she called to tell me that next time I saw her she’d have a “slot” in her mouth.  I was happy for her and bummed for me, you always think you will be there for these milestones in your kids life… And this one I was not.  I know how divorce works (I’m a product of divorced parents), but it still doesn’t make it any easier when these things happen and you miss out.  I know it goes both ways… I taught Lucy to ride her bike for example, but it still hurts to miss out on even a few events.  Anyway, enough of my complaining.

We’re all set for the holiday’s at my house… The Tree is up and decorated (Opted for a real tree this year), decorations are up and I actually have almost all my shopping done (I’m big on online shopping… Free shipping, no lines and everything is delivered directly to my door!  And on many sites no sales tax which save you 10% right off the bat.)  Some of my favorite sites are Groupon, Overstock.com, Amazon (which is currently running a 17 days of Christmas video game sale – Great daily deals), Boom Boom Revolution ( a cool new social change card/online game you can play with your kids or just do yourself!), Buy, Discovery Channel Store …. And remember to always search the name of the store you are shopping at and the words “code and coupon” to find discounts and free shipping codes.

It was a tough call last night… CBS had Rudolph on, NBC the tree lighting in NY and ABC The Grinch.  Ultimately Rudolph won out, Bing makes me watch The Grinch about once a week and I had no desire to watch Susan Boyle sing!

Not a fan of the cold weather, but it has made for nice afternoons to go for walks… Just me and the other old men strolling around Burbank.

I would say this wasn’t a “good home” for this rescue.  Oddly “Jack Heine” did not make the list?  As earlier stated, I know where this dog shouldn’t be placed!  Don’t F’n walk! Speaking of a F.U… Here’s one to 2 million people!  Forget killer bees, watch out for red bees!  Guess who doesn’t have to get up early anymore?  Get this girl some slip-ons!

Rock On, Jack

But I need to figure out what I’m going to do with my life.  I have been rejected from so many jobs and there are little opportunities in my field of expertise… We’re about a week from me having to become an exotic dancer, how much do you think a 40 y.o., ugly guy could earn in a G-String?  My guess, about $3.12 a night!

I have to admit, I’m kind of excited that Up! comes out on DVD tomorrow…  I really enjoyed it in the theater.  Speaking of DVD’s, Target, Walmart and Amazon are in a DVD price battle with pre-orders of some of the seasons hottest releases at only $10.  Here’s a link to Targets deals, hey G-Force for $9.99.  here’s Walmart’s, G-Force is $9.98.  And just to be fair, here’s Amazon’s page.

Bing is such a unique little man… Not only is he obsessed with bowling, and chalk, and his Yellow “Buggy Car”, oh and we can’t forget his best friend Baby, but he is able to identify most makes of cars, and a bunch of different models.  I like that he has a bunch of options for when he gets older… Pro-Bowler, Artist, Monkey Trainer (Did I mention “Baby” is a beret wearing monkey?) or Car Salesman, in fact the other day he told me he was going to buy me a Mustang, so “I wouldn’t have to drive the busty old car.”

I can’t gush over Bing without giving equal time to Lucy, who is way more focused… At six years old she knows more about marine biology than I do at 38!  On the way home from our birthday celebration yesterday she was explaining to me what a crustaceans were and what kind of rays eat them…  Luckily, Angela got her a membership to the Long Beach Aquarium yesterday, so we’ll have many more opportunities to learn more.

I guess it didn’t need my help, seeing as it’s already sold out, but if you were lucky enough to get tickets, you’re in for a really cool night with some of the greats in 80′s television (including my Uncle!)

Give him the death penalty.   Maybe LT hit my car?  Important: Stroller Recall. Just in time for Christmas shopping, Elvis hair.  This is Stretch’s kind of beauty queen.   Gay parents rule.  He bet and lost.   Cool new L.A. Marathon route, I may do it this year.  Cheap Pink’s Hot Dogs this week!  Invent a sandwich.  I’ll do it!  Don’t text and bus drive.

Rock On, Jack