There was college football to be had yesterday. But before that, there were some errands to be had first. There wasn't much to do until about 4 PM when I went over to school to have a meeting about the trip to China in April. The professor in charge has been doing this for 20 years, so the whole schedule has been maximized to a tee. I really think this is going to be an amazing trip to learn not only Eastern medicine but the Chinese culture and all that it implies. The group is small this year, which I love, because it will force all of us to hang out for the duration of the trip. Last year there were 22 people, which seems like it would be way too many people to keep track of. Plus, we're having a meeting once a month at someone's house to talk about the trip (what to bring, what to expect, tips on Chinese culture, et cetera). I think the monthly meetings will be a great opportunity for us to bond a bit before the trip. This is going to be an incredible month!
Then it was off to the Sprint Store to see why my phone isn't working anymore. I thought maybe they would hook me up with a new phone (of course they won't) but did offer me $150 off a new one if I agree to sign A TWO YEAR CONTRACT with them. TWO YEARS?? Please, there is no way I'd make a commitment like that, even though I've been with Sprint since 1999. I think when my current contract expires (around the time I start residency), I'll think about switching carriers. I'm just sort of tired of Sprint and need a change.
Next it was time for College Football. Since the game is pay-per-view, I decided to watch a bar called Buffalo Wild Wings, which had the game on several big screen TVs. I was joined by Anne Mahan a classmate and good friend. We had some nice wings while watching the game, and the Aggies dominated Iowa State for the win. You have to respect the 34-3 win over a Big 12 opponent. The Aggies look good, but a good test will be next week at Oklahoma State who is currently ranked 22 in the country. I doubt A&M will break into the top 25 this week, but if we beat OSU we most certainly will.
Anne and I then hung around the house for a bit before catching a midnight movie at the River Oaks Theatre on W. Gray. The offering was Evil Dead 2, part of the Evil Dead franchise created by Sam Raimi (also of Spiderman fame). I remember seeing Evil Dead 2 when I was in Elementary school. It was back in my "rent horror films" phase when any number of friends would get together for some weekend scariness. That sort of brings me to the good old days when I would go over to Zaid Kharrat's house after school and have popcorn and watch Duck Tales. On the weekends we'd get Craig Allen and Sean Heaney involved and make fake Saturday Night Live videos (which were hysterical if I don't say so myself). Oh my gosh that was a long time ago. Evil Dead 2 was outstanding, most notably the one-liners and the hooligans in the back who engaged in running commentary. Overall I was pleased to see the film. And more importantly it was nice to hang out with Anne, who I hadn't seen much of since the end of the second year.
Then it was off to the Sprint Store to see why my phone isn't working anymore. I thought maybe they would hook me up with a new phone (of course they won't) but did offer me $150 off a new one if I agree to sign A TWO YEAR CONTRACT with them. TWO YEARS?? Please, there is no way I'd make a commitment like that, even though I've been with Sprint since 1999. I think when my current contract expires (around the time I start residency), I'll think about switching carriers. I'm just sort of tired of Sprint and need a change.
Next it was time for College Football. Since the game is pay-per-view, I decided to watch a bar called Buffalo Wild Wings, which had the game on several big screen TVs. I was joined by Anne Mahan a classmate and good friend. We had some nice wings while watching the game, and the Aggies dominated Iowa State for the win. You have to respect the 34-3 win over a Big 12 opponent. The Aggies look good, but a good test will be next week at Oklahoma State who is currently ranked 22 in the country. I doubt A&M will break into the top 25 this week, but if we beat OSU we most certainly will.
Anne and I then hung around the house for a bit before catching a midnight movie at the River Oaks Theatre on W. Gray. The offering was Evil Dead 2, part of the Evil Dead franchise created by Sam Raimi (also of Spiderman fame). I remember seeing Evil Dead 2 when I was in Elementary school. It was back in my "rent horror films" phase when any number of friends would get together for some weekend scariness. That sort of brings me to the good old days when I would go over to Zaid Kharrat's house after school and have popcorn and watch Duck Tales. On the weekends we'd get Craig Allen and Sean Heaney involved and make fake Saturday Night Live videos (which were hysterical if I don't say so myself). Oh my gosh that was a long time ago. Evil Dead 2 was outstanding, most notably the one-liners and the hooligans in the back who engaged in running commentary. Overall I was pleased to see the film. And more importantly it was nice to hang out with Anne, who I hadn't seen much of since the end of the second year.
3 Comments:
Dude, Tommy: my worthless sprint pcs phone stopped working last week, too -- I could only get service if I was standing right next to a tower, otherwise it would be "looking for service". I went in and got a new phone for $7 after all the discounts (including the $150 one you mention) -- it makes me nervous that they may have signed me up for another two years. I severely dislike SprintPCS and don't want to be signed up for another two years. Pray tell, how did your phone phiasco turn out?
I'm in the same boat. I didn't want to sign a 2-year deal to get the discount, so I'm in a holding pattern. Plus, I already have a 1-year deal that doesn't expire until next summer. So I'm trying to decide how to tackle this. Sprint is horrible! I might just wait it out and then switch carriers next year.
I seriously wonder if it's a vast Sprint PCS conspiracy. The phone just suddenly stopped working, now that it's 1.5 years old. I can't complain too much since I didn't really have to pay for anything, but it's still very, very strange...
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