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Project 365: 71 'Sink & Faucet', originally uploaded by ninelives.1972.

The countertop and plumbing is complete. I'm very satisfied with how it turned out.

1. Raises - My supervisor informed me today that I qualify for a percentage increase in my salary versus a one time lump sum payment. I also found out I will receive a one time incentive bonus for my company's performance last year. Direct Deposit tomorrow. Hooray!!!

2. Toyota Recall - My 2010 Pontiac Vibe, which is really a Toyota Matrix, is part of the Toyota recall. There are actually two recalls: the accelerator pedal and the floor mat. The accelerator pedal fix is available now, the floormat fix is not available yet. I have not taken my Vibe to the dealer yet. I have been following this story since it broke. I do not have any faith that the suggested fixes are the real solution. Over 60 consumers reported last week that after the so called fixes were applied, the sudden unintended acceleration problems actually became worse. Apparently, the floor mat fix includes a change to the car's computer software, and this seems to have made things worse. I am mad at Toyota - their actions say cover up. I am mad at NHTSA (sometimes pronounced NITSA) for being Nitwits. I am not sure what to do with my car: drive it, sell it, trade it in, wait for a "real" solution, wait to join a class action lawsuit.

3. BB#7 - You are a great quarterback on the football field. Off the field, you are an IDIOT.

4. Workouts - I can not use snow shoveling as an excuse for not working out. So, this week, I managed two weight lifting sessions.

Project 365: 70 'Tile', originally uploaded by ninelives.1972.

This is the tile my brother-in-law and I installed today on our countertop in our attic. Tomorrow I will be grouting and finishing the plumbing.

Just how exactly does one guy keep fighting his way past an army of bad guys? Hit the jump for more...

Wednesday Weigh In #Lifechange, originally uploaded by ninelives.1972.

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Okay, obviously beer, fish, and pizza help me loose weight. Seriously, we ate out everymeal this past weekend. But I did pay attention to what I ordered and ate. For example, at Willies (a local pub) I usually would order a large fish sandwich, I ordered a small and still walked out satisfied. At AppleBees I chose the 7 ounce steak instead of the 10, & the steamed veggies instead of the baked potato loaded with butter & sour cream. I also have been working a ton in the attic attempting to finish things up. I'm happy to finally be a loser. Even if it is only a few pounds.

Project 365: 69 'Jif', originally uploaded by ninelives.1972.

Is there any other kind?

That Massa is quite zany, and he's the latest example of the problems with commenting on what you read.

The truth is never easy to ascertain. I'm just looking for a good laugh anymore.

Project 365: 68 'Power', originally uploaded by ninelives.1972.

The latest Lego crossover, Army Men. Public schools just get crazier and stupider. Who doesn’t like a little fan service? Chicks + camo = Hot! The most awesome game room ever (for a nerd) Girls under glass NSFW The God of Fuck War Terminator #5 How to be a hoarder in 7 easy steps. On Sluts offers quick and easy Ho Side Assistance.

Want to see what happens when Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 becomes even more cinematic and movie like? Hit the jump for more...

Iron Man 2 Trailer, featuring more robots, more suits, more S.H.I.E.L.D. agents, more fighting, and much much more awesome! Hit the jump for more

If there is one thing that my TV screen needs, it's more Felicia Day. Hit the jump for more...

Project 365: 67 'Warehouse', originally uploaded by ninelives.1972.

Where are all the crazed lay Democrats who were led to hysteria over how Bush strong armed his political opposition?

Did you see this strong armed tactic by the President's right hand man?

I can't be entertained by the politicians anymore, I expect nothing but the worst from them.

The lay people, now they are bad too, but I can laugh aloud at them.

Project 365: 66 'Need A Sink?', originally uploaded by ninelives.1972.

Pick a sink. Saw this at Construction Junction.

Remember Gogo Yubari, that crazy Japanese chick that gave the bride a run for her money in Kill Bill, who was played by Chiaki Kuriyama? Well, it turns out that in addition to being hot and killing people, she can also sing. Hit the jump for more...

Project 365: 65 'Oil Change', originally uploaded by ninelives.1972.

Screw Hurt Locker and Avatar, there is a bigger problem with the Oscars, and Stan Lee is here to tell you just exactly what that problem is. Hit the jump for more...

Project 365: 64 Book Worm, originally uploaded by ninelives.1972.