posted June 23, 2011 04:45 PM            

In hidnsight, a complete new computer would have been the better way to go.

With AG`s info, I may have to anyhow. A hard driverless one

posted June 23, 2011 04:47 PM            

•1 gigahertz (GHz) or faster 32-bit (x86) or 64-bit (x64) processor

•1 gigabyte (GB) RAM (32-bit) or 2 GB RAM (64-bit)

•16 GB available hard disk space (32-bit) or 20 GB (64-bit)

•DirectX 9 graphics device with WDDM 1.0 or higher driver

posted June 23, 2011 06:49 PM            

Thanks AG

posted June 23, 2011 07:06 PM            

Here's directions on figuring out what version of DirectX you have: http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20071008164115AAejRaz

posted June 27, 2011 08:28 PM            

I shopped for a new Jeep Liberty Renegade today. Nice , no very nice vehicle. It`s black and has an off road package. I`m not happy with the trade in offer on my Tracker but all the other perks are good enough to grab up.

So AG, what was sharable on your stellar week end

What is this, the whole world has fallen in love

posted June 28, 2011 11:50 AM            

Then we went to Jupiter. We had pizza, and a salad for dinner.

Then, on the way back to the car, we saw an interesting looking place called Bec's. They had a little three piece band playing. We decided to see if there was space for us. It was a cool little pub/restaurant, and the band was great.

posted June 28, 2011 05:48 PM            

We went into Sprint, and they were a bit unhelpful. They told us that she was a week away from upgrade eligibility. They didn't know what to do with her phone, but suggested that their tech could look at it. They also asked if we had an old phone they could activate while she waits the week. I had an old phone, so we went and got that, and returned. Then instead of activating the old phone they suggested leaving the phone for the tech to look at. We went with that.

Then, since we had time before our mani/pedi (my first), we decided to check out the mattress store. Inside we met a one of those people that seems to good for his job. Our salesman was young and sharp, and guided us through the mattress testing in search of the perfect mattress. We actually chose one! So exciting. So excited! Tempurpedic here we come. It arrives Friday. (We also got some unique ergonomic pillows.)

Then we went to our mani/pedi, but we were an hour late. Not having Jen's phone calendar screwed us up. We had to reschedule.

So we went back to Sprint. The tech had looked at Jen's phone, and instructed his people to just give her a new one. Just like that. He couldn't get it to work either, and I guess this was his solution. That was very cool, and that was only the first thing comp'ed that day.

Then back to the mani/pedi. Probably pretty standard fare there. My feet were very ticklish. The women there, and my girlfriend thought painting my toenails would be cute...so I let them. They're now themed for the 4th.

After that I wanted to eat someplace outside, so we headed to downtown Pleasanton where there are a number of restaurants that fit the bill. I wanted to try something new, and settled on Redcoats British Pub and Restaurant. Our waitress forgot to put our orders in after taking them (she noticed that our food should be done, and was wondering where it was), so she apologized, and comp'ed us our dessert. I had grilled cod with mashed potatoes and veggies. Jen had a Tri-tip caesar salad. Good stuff. There was no music outside, so I played some quietly using my phone.

posted June 29, 2011 10:38 AM            

Sunday had a bit of a slow start. We eventually had breakfast, and headed out to the city.

We had scheduled an hour and a half sailing cruise with San Francisco Sailing Company. I originally bought the cruise on Groupon, though I remembered about scheduling it on the last day I could do so. We ended up having to pay a little extra for the poor planning.

It was my first time sailing. I've been on all kinds of boats in my life, but never sailing. Jen supposed our Captain was from the former Ukraine. He was a funny, earthy man. He told us where the life jackets were, but explained that we wouldn't have to wear them as long as we committed one hand to holding on --our other hand being free to hold our drink (cruise came with two drinks; we had white wine).

The cruise, I suppose, was somwhat unremarkable. We took a different cruise recently on a three level boat that allowed for easier views. The sailing turned out to be more about the experience. The weather was actually more pleasant than anticipated, and we enjoyed the sun and the salt water spray.

When we got done we saw a wine and cheese tasting place on the pier, so we went there for a snack. Jen contacted a law-school buddy who was in town to figure out a way to meet up.

We later met them at an Indian restaurant called Ashoka. I'm not the most familiar with Indian food, and I've had mixed results in my minor forrays into it. This place was quite good, though. We all ordered, but we ate it family style, so every dish was shared. Everything I ate was good, and I tried it all. That was cool. Jen's friend (and his girlfriend) were cool as well. It was getting dark as we left (sunset was at 8:30 that night).

posted June 29, 2011 04:59 PM            

Sounds like a grand time, plenty of good company,food and entertainment. Good for you and Jen.

posted July 01, 2011 08:26 AM            

Bought the Renegade and windows 7 should (please `puter demigods) be installed today.

posted July 06, 2011 07:23 PM            

the idea re windows 7 failed. My system couldn`t do it so I have to buy a new one minus hard drive..*sh%t ... so til then limping along.

Did you have a fun fourth?

posted July 19, 2011 08:05 PM            

I don`t like throwing clay. What I think looks crazy wonderful, the pottery teacher said sucked.

posted August 01, 2011 07:43 PM            

Hows it going in CA?

posted August 21, 2011 07:14 PM            

speechless.

Woo hoo, I am so happy for you AG. Joining the ranks of wedded bliss is an awesome adventure

Jen`s a very blessed woman.

Congratulations .

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