tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7240311246353509862Wed, 14 Oct 2009 03:42:17 +0000A collection of writings, advice, and suggestions by Rocky Slaughter, the best applicant and best candidate for Murphy-Goode's "A Really Goode Job."http://blog.rockyslaughter.com/noreply@blogger.com (Rocky Slaughter)Blogger48125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7240311246353509862.post-3444074566152438858Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:15:00 +00002009-07-01T13:23:29.749-07:00Okay, so I know that this blog (the new design, new posts, etc.) was supposed to be finished sometime last week, but I'm sure you won't be disappointed by the delay.Big news hit this week. There will be updates on this blog hopefully by the weekend. For starters, Northeastern University has decided to support my bid for the Murphy-Goode wine job and is offering press releases, a few news http://blog.rockyslaughter.com/2009/07/delays-delays.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Rocky Slaughter)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7240311246353509862.post-5892594226239795154Sat, 20 Jun 2009 18:20:00 +00002009-06-20T11:21:37.719-07:00Have a minute?My video was just posted to Murphy-Goode's website.  Please favorite it!http://www.areallygoodejob.com/video-view.aspx?vid=XqVo-cNd46MThanks,Rockyhttp://blog.rockyslaughter.com/2009/06/vote-for-me-please_20.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Rocky Slaughter)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7240311246353509862.post-4247055585735987111Sat, 20 Jun 2009 18:20:00 +00002009-06-20T11:21:26.770-07:00Have a minute?My video was just posted to Murphy-Goode's website.  Please favorite it!Thanks,Rockyhttp://blog.rockyslaughter.com/2009/06/vote-for-me-please.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Rocky Slaughter)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7240311246353509862.post-1482318952862638527Fri, 19 Jun 2009 22:05:00 +00002009-06-19T15:05:55.164-07:00My week was absolutely jam-packed with the wine life. I can think of many worse things that have happened to better people.On Monday, my roommate and I made a trip to New York City for Murphy-Goode’s promotion of “A Really Goode Job.” We arrived at Grand Central Station around 3:30 p.m. and headed directly to Michael Jordan’s Steakhouse for the big event. We were greeted immediately by a tall http://blog.rockyslaughter.com/2009/06/rocky-applies-to-really-goode-job.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Rocky Slaughter)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7240311246353509862.post-4643876963064342269Fri, 30 Jan 2009 03:27:00 +00002009-01-30T05:57:15.331-08:00travelvacationchinaIn my visit to China in 2007, I was fortunate enough to stop by Xi'an, China.  Xi'an is an interesting city that features the new and prospering business side of modern China, but also contains many relics of its Communist past.  Where does a hungry American go first in a foreign city with unknown foods?Of course I went to McDonald's.  After a month and a half of constant traveling, the street http://blog.rockyslaughter.com/2009/01/terra-cotta-warriors-different-than.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Rocky Slaughter)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7240311246353509862.post-4313705706584029879Fri, 30 Jan 2009 03:17:00 +00002009-01-29T19:24:36.160-08:00Lots of great things are in the works around here to prepare for The Best Job in the World application.  To prove my ability to build a competent online base in which to attract tourists to Australia, I have begun to revamp all of my websites.  Soon, this blog will get a new face as well.  The coming weeks will be motivating, challenging, and eventually, rewarding.So far, my main challenges in http://blog.rockyslaughter.com/2009/01/my-game-plan.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Rocky Slaughter)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7240311246353509862.post-6911658920525337814Wed, 28 Jan 2009 05:58:00 +00002009-01-28T09:06:06.649-08:00Sometimes you just have to shoot for the stars.A few weeks ago, Tourism Queensland, a body created by the government of Australia, announced a dream job to the world.  In an effort to revive Australia's tourism, TQ used its creative spark to shed more light on Australia's vast outdoor beauty.  This job, described as "The Best Job in the World," received immediate attention from many news agencieshttp://blog.rockyslaughter.com/2009/01/best-job-in-world.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Rocky Slaughter)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7240311246353509862.post-1675314173810471302Wed, 21 Jan 2009 17:26:00 +00002009-01-21T09:31:11.270-08:00Today I did a cool map that shows where my time goes in blocks.  It's unbelievable to me how much time in a day can be consumed by doing stupid things like shopping and/or cleaning.  It makes me appreciate all the hard work my mom used to do.  Anyway, this time map has lead me to find my free time.  With some time consolidating tricks, I am now a lot more productive.  There is even a block http://blog.rockyslaughter.com/2009/01/back-to-maximum-threshold.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Rocky Slaughter)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7240311246353509862.post-5832590773581604416Mon, 22 Dec 2008 02:05:00 +00002008-12-21T18:20:28.101-08:00It's been a while since I've written.  I am starting to get a bit lazy with these posts.  If I get back into a routine, it will be much easier to post every day.I have a weird theory this week.  It is completely out of left field and is probably medically insane.  Everyone reading this post will probably be dumber than if they had not read it.About two months ago I got surgery for a torn http://blog.rockyslaughter.com/2008/12/little-knowledge-is-dangerous.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Rocky Slaughter)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7240311246353509862.post-4639894643258477922Mon, 08 Dec 2008 06:06:00 +00002008-12-07T22:09:14.298-08:00It's been about two weeks since I've posted.  The world of academia is a fast moving place which often leaves me quite busy.  This time I have an HDR panorama I took from a parking garage at Northeastern.  Hope you like it.http://blog.rockyslaughter.com/2008/12/boston-giving-me-run-for-my-money.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Rocky Slaughter)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7240311246353509862.post-1791801805209764079Sun, 23 Nov 2008 02:42:00 +00002008-11-22T18:44:55.142-08:00I took this picture for Doni Greenberg out in Igo/Ono.Enjoy.http://blog.rockyslaughter.com/2008/11/igoono-sunset.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Rocky Slaughter)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7240311246353509862.post-4211582034626157501Fri, 21 Nov 2008 21:21:00 +00002008-11-21T14:03:39.693-08:00The leading icon of female empowerment will be accepting an all too ironic role next week:Secretary.http://blog.rockyslaughter.com/2008/11/hillary-clinton-as-secretary-of-state.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Rocky Slaughter)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7240311246353509862.post-4827130818691939129Thu, 20 Nov 2008 08:26:00 +00002008-11-20T00:42:43.118-08:00I am often asked what the difference is between the West and the East.  I have lived in Boston for quite some time now and feel that I have a grasp for the differences.  There's really much to be said about for both sides.To me, I believe I will always find a home in California, but realize the monumental importance of getting out of there for a while.   I envision myself eventually living in http://blog.rockyslaughter.com/2008/11/differences-between-west-and-east.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Rocky Slaughter)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7240311246353509862.post-973229701503558012Mon, 17 Nov 2008 04:29:00 +00002008-11-16T20:37:25.903-08:00In my State and Local Politics class this semester, I was elected "Speaker of the House" (a.k.a. supreme ruler of the class.)In this class we are supposed to make fake laws and pass them.So far I have proposed two such laws.One law requires insurance companies to honor a doctor's prescription based on the chemical. In other words, insurance companies will not be able to deny coverage based on http://blog.rockyslaughter.com/2008/11/red-light-cameras-cause-problems.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Rocky Slaughter)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7240311246353509862.post-6770552470286346496Wed, 05 Nov 2008 13:17:00 +00002008-11-05T05:22:40.297-08:00Last night was a very special night for me.  I was able to turn an old chapter in my personal life to start anew.  Then, I caught word that the next President of the United States had been elected.Barack Hussein Obama delievered one of the most influential speeches of any President in my lifetime.  His delivery was impeccable.  His words were potent.  His message was clear.On the most basic levelhttp://blog.rockyslaughter.com/2008/11/sea-change-new-beginning.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Rocky Slaughter)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7240311246353509862.post-3930566947011568791Thu, 30 Oct 2008 12:30:00 +00002008-10-31T08:31:58.062-07:00I don't know why I feel it necessary to share my votes this election season, but it is giving me a break from studying from midterms.I voted absentee from Boston for Shasta County, California.Here are my choices:For President:Barack Obama/Joe BidenUnited States Representative District Two:Rep. Wally HergerWhy? Wally is a complete and total toolbag of the neo-conservatives. I dislike his http://blog.rockyslaughter.com/2008/10/rockys-votes.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Rocky Slaughter)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7240311246353509862.post-406018009146245126Thu, 30 Oct 2008 03:18:00 +00002008-10-30T05:27:10.697-07:00*Graphic made by DoniGreenberg.com*Do you cast your votes based solely upon the sentiment of a political sign proudly displayed on your favorite neighbor’s yard?I didn’t think so.Despite the idea that political lawn signs are more a celebration of one’s choice in an election than a radiating propaganda force that infects citizens who drive by, it seems that I hear plenty of stories about how a http://blog.rockyslaughter.com/2008/10/political-sign-snatching-and-sign_29.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Rocky Slaughter)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7240311246353509862.post-4007550536324363720Mon, 27 Oct 2008 05:30:00 +00002008-10-26T07:30:27.409-07:00Birthday calls are some of most opportunistic tools of all time. I confess. I keep a computer diary of many of my contacts' birthdays. I don't have a great memory, but I never forget their important day. Why? Who dislikes a call on their birthday? A simple "Happy Birthday! How's life?" conversation can keep you involved in the lives of others. No one can be angry that you called to make surehttp://blog.rockyslaughter.com/2008/09/birthday-calls-opportunity-knocks.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Rocky Slaughter)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7240311246353509862.post-6355683270063980127Sat, 25 Oct 2008 21:40:00 +00002008-10-25T16:00:14.507-07:00humorMcCainpoliticsWe probably should not have someone operating the country who is at risk for losing his driver's license.http://blog.rockyslaughter.com/2008/10/same-old-same-old.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Rocky Slaughter)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7240311246353509862.post-9007422602849955851Sat, 25 Oct 2008 21:35:00 +00002008-10-25T14:36:51.201-07:00Hi everyone!Welcome to The Rocky Slaughter.While some elements of "The Progress Pitch" will still be around, this blog has been converted from a self-help sort of publication to a societal commentary/comedy/travel stories/funny stories blog. I hope everyone appreciates the change.Take care,Rockyhttp://blog.rockyslaughter.com/2008/10/new-blog-design-complete.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Rocky Slaughter)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7240311246353509862.post-4791212873049484262Fri, 17 Oct 2008 07:21:00 +00002008-10-17T00:22:52.787-07:00Hi everybody,The new blog design is almost complete. I am thinking about scrapping Blogger altogether, however, and creating a new blog from scratch. It has been tough to fit within Blogger's parameters.If you have a suggestion or comment on the new aspects of the blog, please let me know.Thanks.--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------http://blog.rockyslaughter.com/2008/10/new-blog-design-almost-complete.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Rocky Slaughter)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7240311246353509862.post-3989513959794487322Tue, 07 Oct 2008 21:47:00 +00002008-10-07T14:57:04.963-07:00The Progress Pitch is progressing. So much progression is going to take place, in fact, that the Progress Pitch is going to soon lose its name and purpose. While the thought of having daily suggestions for better living is a great idea for a blog, I feel like I'm not the type to inform people of such suggestions. I also feel like I am locked into a particular type of writing if I make a blog http://blog.rockyslaughter.com/2008/10/new-direction.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Rocky Slaughter)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7240311246353509862.post-6445250845433714292Sat, 04 Oct 2008 16:36:00 +00002008-10-04T09:40:00.136-07:00I just caught word of Governor Schwarzenegger's new plan to have restaurants in California display their food's nutrition facts on the menu.I have argued for several years, namely with my work against SB 965 (the high school soda ban), that information of nutrition facts goes a lot further than bans.I was just in New York City about two weeks ago and saw a similar plan implemented on a Burger http://blog.rockyslaughter.com/2008/10/freedom-of-information-is-best-ban.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Rocky Slaughter)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7240311246353509862.post-1865702651741969342Mon, 29 Sep 2008 02:59:00 +00002008-09-28T20:01:48.701-07:00This post is simply to say that I love rosemary. The plant smells amazing and tastes amazing in different foods. If you have never tried rosemary on a steak, please do. It will make your life better.Grow rosemary. Dry rosemary. Get rosemary scented soaps and shampoos. Have your girlfriend make you a rosemary scented candle. Burn rosemary oil. Yes, I know. Back to the homework.http://blog.rockyslaughter.com/2008/09/rosemary.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Rocky Slaughter)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7240311246353509862.post-8692555372632672981Thu, 25 Sep 2008 12:22:00 +00002008-09-25T05:23:27.383-07:00Hi everyone!I just wanted to share one of my latest projects with you. It is my first online store under my new company heading "Happens, LLC." You can visit it here: http://www.sundialphotos.comOf course I would be honored if you like these prints enough to have them as part of your living or office space, but I would also like to hear opinions of the site from all of you in order to make it http://blog.rockyslaughter.com/2008/09/rockys-latest-project.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Rocky Slaughter)0