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This Writing Thing

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 12:16:32 +0000

I wanted to do a quick post, and reflect a little on this project I’ve taken on for the month of November. As you may recall, and can see from my Weekly Twitter Updates, I’ve been attempting to complete the NaNoWriMo competition by writing 50k words by the end of November. Basically, it’s a chance [...]

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-11-09

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 05:59:00 +0000

woke up for a taste for a certain French song…@cranky_pants knows the one. And yes, I did raid your iTunes for it # 1500 words towards a new story for #nanowrimo. I'm a day behind, but that's what the weekend will be for. # That was a FANTASTIC weekend! # That pride in my step? [...]

A Public Apology

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 13:32:33 +0000

Yesterday, I got a phone call while at work from someone who took issue with what I had said in my last post. What happened was a crescendo of anger, frustration, shouting, hanging up, and all around Jerk-ittude from me that didn’t need to happen. It has been on my mind, all last night, and [...]

Very First Thoughts Today

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 10:47:26 +0000

Before I settle into some decent writing this morning, I think a post is due. It’s a little about Question 1 in Maine, and it’s passage in yesterday’s election, but it’s also just some rambling thoughts…bear with me. I woke up this morning at quarter to four, and immediately checked the ballot results. Much to my [...]

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-11-02

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 05:59:00 +0000

It's going to be a good week. Thinking of my dad… # between writing and photography, i feel a certain power starting to build inside me. I like it. Let's see where it takes me, shall we? # Alternate day: write 1-2k words, catch some morning shots around town, afternoon coffee, nap, editing, dinner,evening tv w/ [...]

SoundByte 45

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 16:36:49 +0000

Today’s show is another personal revelation of yours truly. I talk about the downward spiral I was in, the way I’m dealing, and the amazing man in my life who has the power to save me from myself. Enjoy, and please, leave me your thoughts! Today’s Music: Driving Into Heaven – DJ Tiesto On the Beach – OceanLab Riders [...]

Halloween 2009

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 00:45:32 +0000

Unbelievable. Nate swept me away from the city, where it feels like my soul has been battered, and took me to Provincetown for a really nice dinner, and a chance to clear my head. We saw scary, fabulous, sexy, and cuddly costumes. We saw men who inspired us, and women in sheer amazement. We ran into [...]

Early Saturday Morning

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 10:32:38 +0000

Its early. Not by Nate’s standards (as his day starts at 2am when he’s working), but by my standards, it’s early…especially as it’s day 6 of getting up in the pitch black. Work really got under my skin this week. It reared it’s ugly head, and stopped a good flow of energy. Right now, I’m rather [...]

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teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 11:12:24 +0000

Hey all! It’s a quickie this week! A little update on the past week, weekend, and some updates on what I’m up to. You can now leave a voicemail, if you choose: (617) 466-9740. Feel free to drop a line! Music from Radiohead, The Cure, and Just Jack.

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-10-25

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 02:59:00 +0000

So, I couldn't get a thought out this morning, or get out of my own way…no writing today, but there WILL BE tomorrow. (promises to myself) # Today's litter pick up: Dunkin donuts bag and a napkin flying around in the Common. # New design: http://bit.ly/1wrPU3 and voicemail! # Realization du jour: if I want change in my [...]

Thoughts on a Wednesday

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 16:39:06 +0000

So, this morning, I did the unthinkable: I dropped a note to my family about Question 1 in Maine, and asked them to think about Nate and I when they cast their vote. So far, my mom wrote back in proud support of her oldest son, and for that I’m thankful to my bones. I [...]

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-10-19

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 05:59:00 +0000

Up to 1300 words now…that's only 400 more than yesterday, but it's something. Now to get ready for work… # #lastfm #love Ride (Tiesto Remix) by Cary Brothers http://bit.ly/jxUuy # have a listen to my latest podcast and tell me if I'm crazy…thx! # you can find it all here: http://twurl.nl/3xopbl # daydreaming on a slow [...]

Scream!

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Sun, 18 Oct 2009 16:44:04 +0000

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SoundByte 43

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Sun, 18 Oct 2009 14:54:20 +0000

Hey all! Pardon the croaky voice – there’s a good reason for it, and I explain on the show. Today’s show is pretty run-of-the-mill, but I also comment on where Nate and I are at, and why I will keep podcasting. As always, feel free to drop a line and say hi! Thanks for downloading! Today’s [...]

Birthday Surprise!

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Sun, 18 Oct 2009 14:09:02 +0000

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-10-12

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 05:59:00 +0000

Not ready to be the cog in the machine yet… # Thinking about taking a break from social networking for a while…just to ease myself back into things. Slow tweets, but lotsa blogging # not enjoying spending my time making other people rich…something's changed in me, and it's for the better. # OceanLab "On A Good Day" [...]

SoundByte 42

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Sun, 11 Oct 2009 15:35:14 +0000

Today’s show is a reflection upon the birthday vacation that Nate and I took. Have a listen, and please, let me know your reactions, and thanks for downloading! Today’s Music: Dirty Water – Standells Burned With Desire – Armin Van Buuren If I Could Fly – OceanLab The Different – Melissa Etheridge Here I Am Ride – Cary Brothers On A Good Day [...]

After the Vacation

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 10:54:15 +0000

I am not ready to return to the life I had prior to our getaway last weekend. It’s Tuesday morning at 6:23, and still my mind is at a place not too far away from here, where I was able to release all of my inhibitions, to explore my inner feelings and express myself [...]

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-10-04

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 02:59:00 +0000

Ugh…dark toast = smoke detector going off at 6:30am…NOT good Happy Monday… # Standells "Dirty Water" ♫ http://twt.fm/287068 #musicmonday # Today's litter: plastic water bottle. It's only one piece, but it all starts with one piece. # how is it a day spent slouching on the couch has hurt my back today I just [...]

I Got a Feeling

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 10:44:57 +0000

If you can see this, then you might need a Flash Player upgrade or you need to install Flash Player if it's missing. Get Flash Player from Adobe.» Powered by XHTML Video Embed This lip-sync was done by the students at students at L’Université du Québec à Montréal. Production time: 2 hrs. Amazing!!

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-09-27

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 02:59:00 +0000

Good morning all Trying my damnedest to start this week off on a good note… # RT @JayT @Princess_Holly it just seems so strange you are showering and I just got to work. # starting the day by putting a major account on hold is SUCH a Monday thing to do… # RT @kindbydesign: //Heroes starts [...]

SoundByte 41

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Sun, 27 Sep 2009 14:57:50 +0000

This week’s show is all about the upward swing things are taking, generally speaking. Links, ideas, thoughts, and comments always welcome. Program note: next week’s show is not going to happen, as Nate and I are on vacation, but do expect a full update, with pictures, when we return. Thanks for downloading! This Week’s Music: Have You [...]

Live for the Weekend

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Sat, 26 Sep 2009 10:55:19 +0000

It’s 6:30 a.m. on Saturday, and I’m up, about to jump in the shower and get ready to go back to work. It seems, though, that this cycle of a 6-day workweek is becoming the standard in my life, and honestly, I’m done with it. I’d really like nothing more than to have more control [...]

Up Early

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 10:25:31 +0000

So, I'm up early...are you? What do you do when you get up early? I'm curious...

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-09-20

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 02:59:00 +0000

Up with the sun… # going Twitter silent for a while… # Today is all about being there for my hub and his family. # Seeing this side of Nate's family is something I've never seen before. There is a magic that eminates from large Italian families. Awesome. # Feeling cloudy today. Think I'm coming down with a seasonal [...]

SoundByte 40

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Sun, 20 Sep 2009 14:43:22 +0000

Thanks for downloading SoundByte 40. This show goes a little personal, with a work update, and reflections on an event over the past week. Please have a listen, and please, let me know your thoughts. Thanks! This Week’s Music First Tones: ATB Offshore: Chicane Walking in the Sky: DJ Encore feat. Engeline Dooley’s World: ATB Good Morning Kaia: BT Against the Wind: [...]

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-09-13

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Mon, 14 Sep 2009 02:59:00 +0000

Going to a rally today for #hcr on the Common at 11am. According to CFA invite, so are over 1300 peeps. Photos n tweets to follow # waiting for the trash trucks to move by before I start recording SB 38 # there…recording and editing done. Now to mix and post! # New blog post: SoundByte 38 [...]

SoundByte 39

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Sun, 13 Sep 2009 16:10:39 +0000

Today’s show is about the turning point I hit last week. I have been so pathetic for far too long, and it’s about time it stopped. Here’s hoping, right? Enjoy, and please, as always, feel free to drop a line. I’d love to hear your thoughts! -Thom Today’s music: Riddles in the Sand: Ron Hagen & Pascal M Who [...]

Health Care Reform Rally on Labor Day

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Mon, 07 Sep 2009 20:05:41 +0000

Here are the pictures I promised I’d take at the rally. In all, it was a good rally. I listened to a few good speeches and was impressed at the turnout, given the holiday. I left feeling rather happy to be living in such a lefty-leaning state that already stretches to meet the needs of [...]

SoundByte 38

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Mon, 07 Sep 2009 13:03:45 +0000

Today’s show is kind of strange. I mean, the topics are the usual: work, what I’ve been thinking, and what we’ve been up to, and what our plans are for the future. But it’s still strange. The common theme seems to be about becoming unfiltered in what I say, and expressing how I feel. Have [...]

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-09-07

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Mon, 07 Sep 2009 06:59:00 +0000

I never knew there were so many people of Asian descent who did morning exercises in the Boston Public Garden…I should learn such discipln # Passed those blood tests…and got two more… # RT @patrickhume: Disney is buying Marvel for $4 billion in cash and stock. http://bit.ly/4fb9Oj @pusspatrell # Queen "Fat Bottom Girls" ♫ http://twt.fm/264682 #musicmonday To [...]

Thoughts on a Discussion

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Sun, 06 Sep 2009 15:28:12 +0000

So, what started as a response to a Facebook status update has expanded into a back-and-forth e-mail discussion beween myself and a good friend of ours from back in NH. As I don’t have permission from her to post the discussion in it’s entirety, I will be a bit discrete. That said, I think it’s [...]

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-08-31

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 06:59:00 +0000

OMG I'm going to drown on the way home… # Ha! Sun is shining! I won't get washed away today thanks to the weather gods # How have I made it this far in life without ever having a sugar-free slurpie from 7-11?! This is amazing! # I feel like cracking my skull open and releasing [...]

SoundByte 37 For Nathaniel

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Sun, 30 Aug 2009 12:53:20 +0000

This show is dedicated to my husband and life partner, Nathaniel. It’s a bit saccharin-sweet, so grab your insulin shots! Also, some updates, looking forward, and a whole lot of music! Today’s Tracks: Kota: Bononbo Deepest Blue: Deepest Blue Melissa: Allman Brothers Band Stars Come Out: ATB Dooley’s World: ATB Sirens of the Sea: OceanLab Riddles in the Sand: Ron Hagen & Pascal [...]

SoundByte 36

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 11:23:22 +0000

Here’s another installment from your resident of Boston, reporting in on the week’s events, end of summer madness, and the future. Thanks for listening! Today’s Music: Just Listen: OceanLab Reckoner: Radiohead Walk On By: Cake Sons & Daughters: Decemberists A Sorta Fairytale: Tori Amos When Love Takes Over: David Guetta

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-08-23

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 03:59:00 +0000

All the coffee in Columbia could make today any less of a Monday… # could = couldn't in my last tweet…ugh # whoa…who said you could dump all this work on me first thing in the morning? # VERY DISILLUSIONED with our administration's pulling back on the Public Option. This is not what I voted Obama in [...]

Lotsa Photos To Show!

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Sun, 23 Aug 2009 13:37:31 +0000

Click on each photo for the entire album:

To My President

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 10:30:43 +0000

The following is an open letter that I have copied and sent to the White House. I post it here because I would like to hear your opinions, too, and hopefully engage in a discussion if you have anything to add or question. Have a read: Dear Mr. President: I do not normally do this. I don’t [...]

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teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Mon, 17 Aug 2009 11:14:56 +0000

This week’s show is a Monday Morning Quickie, as I spent the entire weekend at White Horse Beach with Scott, Nate, and Nate’s family. I even got into the mighty Atlantic Ocean (shock!horror!) Music today: Here I Am: Keenan, Tamra, David Morales When Love Takes Over: David Guetta featuring Kelly Rowland OceanLab: Sirens Of The Sea (Above & Beyond Club Mix)

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-08-17

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Mon, 17 Aug 2009 03:59:00 +0000

can not wake up today # RT @BostonUpdate: Political Intelligence blog: Protests planned for Obama N.H. visit – http://is.gd/2auwX The Left Needs to Show Up Here! # friendly tip: do NOT get aggressive with me on the phone and expect me to do your bidding. I'm not your whipping boy for a rough [...]

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-08-09

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Mon, 10 Aug 2009 03:59:00 +0000

Morning all! Up early to do a show, as promised. # Anyone who podcasts as a popularity contest misses the point of doing a podcast, IMHO # Harry Belafonte "Shake Senora" ♫ http://twt.fm/234995 #musicmonday # Four.Day.Work.Week. I've gotta keep reminding myself of that. # okay…this Monday officially sucks already…and it's only 11am…at least I made it THAT far. [...]

Photos from Today

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Sun, 09 Aug 2009 22:37:20 +0000

A Gem in the Blogosphere

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Sun, 09 Aug 2009 16:13:44 +0000

http://tpzoo.wordpress.com/ Take a look over at the above site. I found it yesterday, and like what I’ve read. Thom

SoundByte 34

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Sun, 09 Aug 2009 15:10:36 +0000

So, this post has been brewing for a few days now. Well, at least since I became of the current state of affairs with regards to the health care reform debate here in the United States. Be warned, this show is half the usual banter, and half special comment from yours truly. I had to speak [...]

Pictures from the Day Off

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 19:52:09 +0000

Here are some of the pictures I took on our day out:

A Day Off

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 11:35:03 +0000

Today, I’m not going to the publishing job. I still have to work at the shoe store tonight, but, for now, I have a day off. The idea came to me a couple of weeks ago, as my manager had taken a few scheduled days off, and extended his weekend. I made a comment how [...]

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teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 11:20:08 +0000

Here’s the post I promised! Enjoy, and if any of you are WordPress junkies, let me know – I need some help! Music: Heartbeats by Jose Gonzalez Here Comes the Sun by Nina Simone Brandenburg by Beirut A Sorta Fairytale by Tori Amos Who Will Find Me by Armin van Buuren Running off of the Run, Lola, Run! Soundtrack Enjoy!

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-08-03

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 03:59:00 +0000

I wish the people who say we don't need/cant afford single-payer HC could spend … Read More: http://is.gd/1OKkF # Be gentle, Monday # City smell: rotting garbage. Yuck # Ugh…office is atrociously sticky and hot. # modern technology: timers on thermostats to make our office environments bearable…wish the owner realized this. AC is now on…thx to me. # RT: @OnPointRadio: [...]

It’s Already August!

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Sun, 02 Aug 2009 12:02:00 +0000

Wow! This year has absolutely been flying by. In fact, it was two days and a year ago I landed back here in the United States, and took up residence at my in-laws house. I was unemployed, jet lagged, and not quite sure where my feet were. All I know is that it has been [...]

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-07-27

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 03:59:00 +0000

monday morning grumptitude begins NOW # BBC World News this morning: the dealer giving away AK-47s with every truck purchased…REALLY??? ON THE BB-FREAKIN' C??? god we look dumb.. # all systems froze…apart from the internets…guess I Twitter all day long… # all systems go again…nose, meet mr. grindstone again # per my coworker: "They're all Fax Happy! They [...]

SoundByte 32

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Sun, 26 Jul 2009 14:38:14 +0000

An extended show, mostly talking, but some music I’ve been listening to at the end. Comments always welcome! Enjoy! Music on this show: If I Could Fly: OceanLab Here I Am On A Good Day Remix: OceanLab Love Generation: Bob Sinclair Finally: Ce Ce Peniston Elderly Woman Behind the Counter in a Small Town: Pearl Jam Reckoner: Radiohead Sirens of the Sea Remix: Ocean [...]

Roller Skating Pics

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Sun, 26 Jul 2009 14:08:47 +0000

We had a fabulous time celebrating my co-worker Ginevra’s 25th birthday…on ROLLER SKATES no less! Here’s the pictures to prove it Enjoy!

Plans for a Saturday

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Sat, 25 Jul 2009 10:44:07 +0000

Good Morning all! After a brief shift this morning at the Shoe Store (where I’ve been told I’ll be tagging high-ticket items in the basement rather than working with customers today), Nate and I are helping a coworker of mine celebrate her birthday. I’ll give you a clue as to what we’ll be doing later:

More Pictures

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Tue, 21 Jul 2009 10:53:13 +0000

Here is a collection of pictures from the weekend spent at White Horse Beach. Enjoy!

SoundByte 31 Another Monday Quickie

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 10:58:50 +0000

A brief show discussing the past weekend, and the short-term plans ahead. Enjoy!

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-07-20

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 03:59:00 +0000

Beautiful, crisp, breezy morning in Boston today. # Triskadecaphobia should apply as a reason to go home today, no? And my spelling may be off… # twitterbots found my spelling mistake of Triskadekaphobia and now I'll never forget how to spell it # NOW can I go home? # holy rotten Monday Mood, Batman… # Twisted Sister "We're [...]

A little voice says…

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Sun, 19 Jul 2009 13:23:19 +0000

Mobile post sent by ukthom using Utterli. Replies. mp3

Weekend Update

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Sat, 18 Jul 2009 21:54:10 +0000

Just a quick note to let you all know this week’s show will be delayed a day, as we are headed to White Horse Beach for a quick get-away to the shore! I will try to do an audio update via Utterli, so stay tuned!

On Lunch

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 16:27:53 +0000

So it’s Monday. It’s not been a terrible morning, in all actuality, but for some reason, I can’t get out of my own way, and just feel a low-level rage today. It will dissappear come 4:30, but it’s still got a grip on me today…I wish it would let go. Perhaps my saving grace is being [...]

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-07-13

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 03:59:00 +0000

ugh…i am not liking itunes/my RSS feed…why can't they just play nice??? Shows are listed…but not downloading… Happy Monday anyway # if you want an older SoundByte, you'll need to go to the blog or visit: http://feeds.feedburner.com/FromBostonia/SoundBytes # when you call me at my desk, don't cough, clear your throat, or be phlegmy in my [...]

SoundByte 30

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Sun, 12 Jul 2009 15:47:56 +0000

I couldn’t come up with an apt title for this show, but maybe “Ranting and Bitching” would have sufficed? Have a listen, and you’ll see what I mean. Big hellos to all of you new listeners. Also, while I’m trying to get my older shows back up and running, you can subscribe to the podcast [...]

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-07-06

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 03:59:00 +0000

yet another rainy, horrible Monday in Boston… When do I get to take a mental health leave for Bora Bora? # Cannonfire! # ugh…is it really only TUESDAY? # yay for boring inventory transfers…I (heart) paperwork # I've got a wicked hankerin' for a piece of this: http://tinyurl.com/bvq76b # Swan Boats 2 http://bit.ly/gvybN # RT: @Rambleredhead: Do [...]

SoundByte 29 Happy 4th of July Show

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Sun, 05 Jul 2009 15:28:45 +0000

This one’s a full-length feature presentation of Teaching Thomas Enjoy! [podcast format="video"]http://teachingthomas.net/SoundBytes/SoundByte 29 Happy 4th of July Show.m4a[/podcast]

Beautiful Morning

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Sat, 04 Jul 2009 11:25:49 +0000

Just a brief update on the morning of the 4th of July. The sun is FINALLY shining today!

At the New England Intensity Football Game on Saturday, June 27th, 2009

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 11:39:46 +0000

I took plenty of photos at my sister-in-law’s football game last Saturday, and wanted to share the pictures here. I’ve also tweaked with the settings on my pictures that are also part of my Facebook profile! See if you can notice the difference, and Enjoy! (Click the picture for more photos!)

SoundByte 28 Monday Morning Quick Show

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 10:42:37 +0000

It’s a quick show this morning (under 10 minutes, I think) with a quick recap from the week (mostly the weekend). Enjoy!

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-06-29

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 03:59:00 +0000

good morning all… # Just had an awesome meal at the inlaws! Thanks Bill & Gigi!! # Azure "Sleep" ♫ http://twt.fm/172613 # Chicane "Offshore" ♫ http://twt.fm/172619 # Harry Belafonte "Shake Senora" ♫ http://twt.fm/172621 # Nena "99 Red Balloons" ♫ http://twt.fm/172843 @kindbydesign # New favorite song! OceanLab "On A Good Day" ♫ http://twt.fm/172900 # Mornin all # http://yfrog.com/14na8j breakfast? # i'm done with this rain [...]

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-06-22

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 03:59:00 +0000

#lastfm #love NPR: 06-13-2009 Wait Wait… Don't Tell Me! by NPR http://bit.ly/3TjKAr # Dearest Monday, be gentle on us all, and leave without a trace, 'kay? Thx! # NEED…COFFEE…NEED…COFFEE… # ugh…1.5 hrs left…I can make it… # Home with Hubby @cranky_pants # teevee time # #lastfm #love Is Right-Wing Extremism On The Rise? by NPR http://bit.ly/r9CZi # Reflecting with Cameras [...]

A little voice says…

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Sun, 21 Jun 2009 19:04:17 +0000

[podcast]http://www.utterli.com/utts/3e/3e64aa0f67a4f91920de3b8bc249210f.mp3[/podcast]

A little voice says…

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Sun, 21 Jun 2009 13:33:23 +0000

[podcast]http://www.utterli.com/utts/06/067e5326484e814a7713852a61f01710.mp3[/podcast]

New Pictures

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Sun, 21 Jun 2009 03:29:59 +0000

This Weekend

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Sat, 20 Jun 2009 08:47:11 +0000

Hey All! Just wanted to let you know that I’m taking off for Maine this weekend. It’s a combination trip to celebrate my gram’s birthday, my best friend’s birthday and anniversary, and Father’s day. There won’t be one long show from me, however, there will be small bytes from me, as I’m going to use my [...]

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-06-15

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 03:59:00 +0000

Well, I'm going to take down the podcast off iTunes and see if I can re-do it…it may take some time, and thanks for the patience # Barcoded Orange http://bit.ly/auUrq # for some reason, I'm loving the music on the office radio today. ex: Journey's "Open Arms"…go figure. # Journey "Open Arms" ♫ http://twt.fm/150316 #musicmonday Feeling [...]

Stopping the Running…for Now

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Sun, 14 Jun 2009 17:05:10 +0000

So, I was just out for a run, like I have been doing every weekend now for a while. It was a run I’d done before, about 10K, and not that hilly, or treacherous. I’ve run it before, and had a great run in the past. Well, today, my right knee said, “No.” I got this [...]

Pride 2009 Boston Pics

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Sat, 13 Jun 2009 19:37:23 +0000

Here are some of the pics I took at the Gay Pride parade in Boston:

SoundByte 27 Saturday Show

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Sat, 13 Jun 2009 15:00:30 +0000

Today’s show is a shift from last week, with a bit of a reflection on the week prior, including my thoughts about Pride, work, and the future. Have a listen, and enjoy! – Thom

A Big Thank You

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 11:02:40 +0000

I will take the time to write to all of you who have extended your arms and given both Nate and I a huge cyber-hug as we sort through things right now. Truly, and deeply, I appreciate it. Thank you so much for your kind words, and thoughts, and comments. -Thom

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-06-07

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Mon, 08 Jun 2009 06:59:00 +0000

Just about wet myself…three-gun salute right behind me in Boston Common! http://yfrog.com/5c2xlj # Militia in the Park http://bit.ly/15AD15 # doing an email blast for teaching jobs…if you educate kids in the Boston area, I might be sending you a resume! # There…I feel a little more productive. # Morning world # could use a nap right now # Traffic choppers are [...]

SoundByte 26 An Invitation to Discuss

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Sun, 07 Jun 2009 17:37:55 +0000

This is not the usual podcast episode. I pull back the curtain, speak as frank as I can, and show the world where Nate and I are at, as a couple, and what we’re facing currently. Have a listen, and share your thoughts. Thanks!

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-05-31

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Mon, 01 Jun 2009 06:59:00 +0000

On my way back home: http://bit.ly/Ft1fN # Travelling with my best friend, his wife, and two kids on an adventure to Boston # Had a fabulous time with Heather & Rodney and their two sons today! # Very, very tired. Had a fab long weekend. Bonus: short work week!! # #lastfm #love Beautiful Things (Gabriel & Dresden [...]

SoundByte 25 – Second Attempt at Posting!

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Sun, 31 May 2009 23:42:36 +0000

So, we’re back, after two weeks of no internet, but for some strange reason, this episode has been breaking my iTunes link…here’s a second attempt at what I was saying..

Today’s Run/Walk

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Mon, 01 Jun 2009 00:41:57 +0000

Today, I was out for a long distance, but my body wasn’t pleased about it. I don’t know if it was the pavement, the heat, the hydration factor, or what, but this run didn’t go that well. There was only a few points where I felt great…the rest of it was a slog. [...]

Before I take off for the day…

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Sat, 30 May 2009 13:55:01 +0000

I just posted a new web album of my favorite photos from last weekend. Check out the new album, and these pics Happy Saturday! Memorial Favorites

YAY!!! We’re Back up and Running!

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Sat, 30 May 2009 11:39:32 +0000

So, Nate finally got the computer sorted, and we now have the internet again. This time, it’s our network connection, not the wifi that was open in the neighborhood. It’s not cheap (damn you Comcast), but its ours, and hopefully it’s far more reliable, and faster. In any regard, I’ll finally be [...]

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-05-24

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Mon, 25 May 2009 06:59:00 +0000

More bizarre dreams… # Carpenters “Rainy Days and Mondays” ♫ http://twt.fm/117516 #musicmonday # chilly morning in Boston today, but on it’s way to the 90s for later this week bring it on! # ugh…when is it Friday? Already way behind the 8-ball today… # Just perfect outside today! http://bit.ly/iXicB # Ack…back to the desk I go… [...]

A New Look

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Mon, 25 May 2009 04:41:34 +0000

As you can all see, this is an updated look for the blog. It’s the same theme I use over at PhotoJournal but with some features here that I don’t have there, and vice-versa. Please let me know what you think, what should be different, or what seems to work better. I know the old [...]

Memorial Day Weekend Run

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Sun, 24 May 2009 18:10:21 +0000

So, I came real close, if not actually making, my goal of 10 miles. I really, really came so close to 10 miles of continuous running! I am finding that my body is still catching up to what my mind thinks its capable of, but truly, if I keep this up, and keep off the [...]

Today’s Photos

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Sun, 24 May 2009 02:51:35 +0000

Okay, so I’ve been able to change the way I post photos on this blog, and I think it’s going to make much more sense. I will still be sharing pictures here that I post to my Facebook page, as well as what I post on Flickr, so that’s not changing. What I *have* done [...]

Memorial

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Sat, 23 May 2009 11:57:49 +0000

So, I find myself on a bus headed to Maine, where I’m off to pay my final respects to my Aunt Brenda. She is going to her final resting place next to her father. The weather is sort of overcast, with a light rain, which is adding a touch of gloom to an already-somber occasion. [...]

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-05-18

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Mon, 18 May 2009 06:59:00 +0000

Off to work! # Listening to “A State of Trance” podcast by Armin van Buuren. Lovin’ it! # Morning nic fits suck…big deep breaths… # had some probs with the feed yesterday but you should be able to get SoundByte #24 now – or get it directly from: http://tinyurl.com/pm3pxl # Done selling shoes on my first day. Wicked easy [...]

Mac Update 10.5.7 Blues

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Sun, 17 May 2009 23:46:55 +0000

So, I had fully planned on doing another episode of From Bostonia Soundbytes today, but because I couldn’t get GarageBand to open up, that was a no-go. Turns out, it’s more complicated than that. OS 10.5 had an update recently, and like the good mac users we are, Mate performed all of the necessary procedures before [...]

So Sweet is the Feeling of Anticipation

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Sat, 16 May 2009 13:29:15 +0000

Yesterday, as the day dragged ON FOREVER at work (it was too nice outside to be tied to my desk), I got a phone call on my cell phone. As is normal protocol, I don’t answer the cell while at my desk – it’s not allowed, and frankly, unless I know who it is, [...]

Pride48

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Fri, 15 May 2009 23:42:25 +0000

Hey all! Just wanted to let you know I’m taking part in a special event for next month, as part of Pride Month. Go ahead and click the picture below for more information!

Mother’s Day Photos

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Tue, 12 May 2009 11:30:18 +0000

Click on the picture for more photos, and enjoy! -Thom

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-05-11

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Mon, 11 May 2009 06:59:00 +0000

I effing love being woken up by someone on her cell phone right outside my g.d. window… # Good morning world… # I’m having a rough monday so far… # I needs me some tight-fitting jeans. Just one pair, that’d do. Odd what cravings strike me sometimes… # Back to work… # I’m also craving a banana, a diet pepsi, [...]

SoundByte 24 Mother’s Day 2009

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Sun, 10 May 2009 16:58:26 +0000

Today’s Run

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Sat, 09 May 2009 15:29:35 +0000

This is today’s run. Honestly, I didn’t run ALL of it, but a good 90% of it was spent at a jog pace. I was out for about 2 hrs total, with some time in there for stretching a couple of times, and some spates of walking, just to make sure I didn’t [...]

Unbelievable!

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Wed, 06 May 2009 23:24:11 +0000

It has happened! Today, my home state of Maine has wowed the pants off me. As of today, my marriage to Nathaniel is LEGAL in Maine!!! Now, this means that New Hampshire and Rhode Island remain as the only two states in New England who don’t officially have gay marriage on the books, but New Hampshire [...]

At the Fan Pier on Sunday

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Mon, 04 May 2009 11:36:38 +0000

I went out yesterday morning for a lovely walk. It was a grey day, with not much going on in terms of shadows and light, but it was pleasant, nonetheless, and was a decent day to go down to Boston’s Fan Pier to see what the whole Volvo Ocean Race was all about. If you click [...]

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-05-04

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Mon, 04 May 2009 06:59:00 +0000

And so begins another work week… # Omg I want a gelato!! Sadzies they aren’t vegan… # Yay for getting up early, and still feeling like you’re running late…very busy morning. Now, a disabled train. # I need train b to arrive right now. # It’s no wonder BU is so expensive…it’s huge! And, all brand new, [...]

SoundByte 23 I Am Back

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Sun, 03 May 2009 14:56:54 +0000

So sorry

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Tue, 28 Apr 2009 23:36:34 +0000

I wanted to put up a small apology to those of you who are anticipating a new SoundByte from me. We have had to go through the entire process (ok, Nate has…I don’t have the patience) of tranfering files and making sure it gets set up correctly. In short, it’s taking a little bit longer [...]

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-04-26

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 06:59:00 +0000

Monday came way too fast… Good luck to all the marathon runners today! # Nina Simone “Feeling Good” ♫ http://twt.fm/65133 #musicmonday @Princess_Holly # too little=starving by 10am; too much=tummy ache till 10am… # #lastfm #love Left Alone by Abbey Lincoln http://bit.ly/IyBNw # #lastfm #love The Lady Is a Tramp by Lena Horne http://bit.ly/7uPWs # #lastfm #love Untouched by The Veronicas [...]

It’s Here!

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Sun, 26 Apr 2009 14:50:45 +0000

So, yesterday, as the temperatures in Boston broke 90F, Nate and I took off in a rental car to Portland, ME to finally pick up the computer our friends Shawn and Jen were selling to us. We met up with them at Flatbread’s, a sort-of pizza restaurant that specializes in making flatbread pizza, as [...]

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-04-20

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Mon, 20 Apr 2009 06:59:00 +0000

why oh why oh why did i wake up today… # if you want me to do something, give me instructions. don’t leave me to my devices, then tell me i did it wrong…just sayin’ # …less than 10 minutes…rollin’ outta here faster than a Lark at OCB… # Wow…haven’t been this happy to be out of [...]

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-04-13

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Mon, 13 Apr 2009 06:59:00 +0000

lilly Allen “Ldn” ♫ http://twt.fm/29141 #musicmonday # Nope, sorry Mr Weather Forecast. I disagree with your prognostication # i hate wordpress issues… # wordpress developers need to make sure their plugins are totally good before throwing them up to be downloaded…what a PITA that was… # 0, Zero, Zip, Zilch, Zippo…that’s how much ambition I have today… # hopes Nate [...]

REALLY BIG NEWS

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Mon, 13 Apr 2009 01:07:26 +0000

I PASSED MY MTELs!!! This means, for all of you reading this, that I am a LICENSED TEACHER IN THE STATE OF MASSACHUSETTS! Have I overstated it? Can you tell how I feel! YAHOOO!!!!! Of course, this means I need to keep my eyes open for potential future positions, but for now, I’m pleasantly pleased, [...]

Easter Memories

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Sun, 12 Apr 2009 11:12:49 +0000

I’m sure many of you have Easter memories from when you were a kid. For me, my Easter Sunday went a little something like this: Get up EARLY (think 5-6am) to see what the Easter Bunny had brought. My brother and I would get our parents up, and we’d go downstairs and bust into our Easter [...]

The Doctor’s Appointment

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 03:16:02 +0000

I wanted to post a quick update before I head to bed tonight. You are officially reading the blog of a Healthy Male Specimen of the Human Species. Well, apart from the sore foot that needs Physical Therapy, and the smokes, which will be dealt with with the patch. Blood pressure – perfect. Pulse and Blood [...]

What a Day…

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Wed, 08 Apr 2009 22:54:16 +0000

So, this week has been just plain weird. There’s no two ways about it. Yesterday, I woke up with the terrifying feeling that leeches were sucking all of the blood out of me (YUCK) and today, for some strange reason, I’ve been on total screech mode. All damned day! I can’t for the life of me [...]

There…Pics are Up!

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Mon, 06 Apr 2009 12:05:40 +0000

Here are some pics of yesterday’s wander around town. and here’s a video I shot on Saturday: If you can see this, then you might need a Flash Player upgrade or you need to install Flash Player if it's missing. Get Flash Player from Adobe.» Powered by XHTML Video Embed Enjoy!

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-04-06

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Mon, 06 Apr 2009 06:59:00 +0000

ugh..it is SO Monday!nothing like getting up, eating breakfast, falling asleep again, and rushing out the door in an attempt not to be late! # I’m awake, and need to get a move on…no morning naps today! # flying through Tuesday…thankfully it’s sunny outside # Spring is coming…buds on trees..allergies taking a toll in the office… [...]

The Untimely Post

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Mon, 06 Apr 2009 03:08:36 +0000

So, I’ve been trying to post a whole bunch of pictures I took this weekend because it was probably the best weekend I’ve had in such a long time! I’ve got well over 300 pics to share with you all – some are already posted from Saturday (check the drop down menu in the top [...]

I meant to post this a while ago…

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Sat, 04 Apr 2009 16:05:19 +0000

So I went out for a substantial run back in March, and I said I’d try to post a map of my route. Well, here it is, 2 weeks later, but here, nonetheless. I hope it works -Thom View Larger Map

Dropping An Audio Line

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Thu, 02 Apr 2009 00:07:24 +0000

[podcast]http://www.utterli.com/utts/6a/6a4d5d52a9601ac1fba2789af423eb9d.mp3[/podcast] Mobile post sent by ukthom using Utterli. Replies. mp3

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-03-29

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Mon, 30 Mar 2009 06:59:00 +0000

is at work, but is FROZEN…it’s SO COLD OUT in Boston today # just spent the last 4 hrs in meetings… # is it bad that I already want my lunch? at 10am EST?? # twitter is “over capacity” ??? WTH? # just had a Marylin moment over a subway vent…rather disconcerting! # is pleasantly surprised how nice [...]

Autumn’s First Birthday

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Sat, 28 Mar 2009 22:23:07 +0000

My niece Autum’s First Birthday Pictures Enjoy!

Checking In and an Update…

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Tue, 24 Mar 2009 01:57:10 +0000

Hey All! I know, I know…no show this past week. Not even an utter! Honestly, it’s been rather trying since the ol’ iMac decided to die on us, but I’m still here…even though it’s a bit quieter without my voice (or my damned music) in your ears. Last weekend was a rather good one. On [...]

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-03-22

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Mon, 23 Mar 2009 06:59:00 +0000

yay Monday… No, really… # is coming down off his coffee buzz and is not liking how it feels… # OMG 10 MINUTES…I’m ready to put Monday to bed… # A truck from a circus company at city hall plaza…hmmm http://twitpic.com/25wlq # Morning all! # “Here I Am” off Devil Wears Prada soundtrack…new favorite song! # “Magic Bus” is [...]

Death of an iMac

teacherthom@teachingthomas.net (Teaching Thomas) — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 22:27:29 +0000

So, it is official. Our iMac has died. We aren’t sure if it’s the logic board or the hard drive, but it’s toast. It was an iMac G5, just before Apple put the iSight camera into the computer’s design. It’s old, but has travelled many miles, and has been the source of a lot of [...]