Don't write professionally about what you don't understand

So I was reading a story on MSNBC today (because I'm far too cheap to subscribe to a newspaper) and the guy sounded like a real auto industry pro at the beginning, citing some studies that said U.S. Automakers need to improve quality (and why did someone actually spend money studying something that obvious? I'm not sure either...). Thanks for the update.
He went on to compare some of the models incorrectly, which happens to drive me nuts.
He said that things were just horrible because Buick hasn't sold as many SUVs as Toyota. Genius. Do you know anyone in their right mind under the age of 55 that would think of setting foot in a Buick dealership, even to use the bathroom? No! And when buying an SUV? Are you kidding me here? Who is this guy?
He then compared the Ford Taurus, a midsize has-been (which I think should have been a never-was, but that's another story altogether) with the new Ford 500, a full size Buick-fighter that's waiting for a bigger motor. The guy said that the U.S. Auto industry is in a bad way because Ford didn't sell as many 500s at launch than they did Tauruses. What an idiot. He's apparently never heard of the Ford Fusion, the actual replacement for the Taurus. "You know, the apples just aren't selling like the oranges did ten years ago over there at Albertsons. From this we see...." Argghh.
Now, be it known that I sold 500s for a few minutes, and while I think they are great for grandpas who drive 5,000 miles a year, I'd never buy one. They are put together like most of the other overpriced crap on wheels you can find in a domestic dealership. And yes, sales for the domestic companies has been slow. That's fine. You wanna write a story about it? Great. Get your stuff straight so you can actually prove your point.
Or give me a call. I read motor trend, turn my head when I pass a dealership, and actually spin a wrench once in awhile. So save yourself the embarrassment pay me a couple of bucks a column inch to write your blasted story.

The University Run-Around

So today was super productive. I called yesterday up to the Man-aka the University-to make an appointment with my advisor. I thought it would help me figure out which classes to take and get a better handle on things. So I left work in time to get up there, waited paitiently for them to finish a meeting, and went in to talk to her.

I came away more frustrated than ever. I'll quote one of her helpful sentences for you-this is for real a direct quote-"Well, I can't tell you which classes you should take." What?!?! Then who can, honey? Isn't that her job? She also informed me that although she could advise me about certain areas of the business program, she couldn't help me with a marketing minor. She gave me a little pink card with her signature on it so that I could actually get in the office and talk to the people I originally called. Genius. It looks like a prescription. I really might be sick, so I guess it makes perfect sense.

So that's that. I am seriously considering changing universities after this whole ordeal is over. My sister is moving away from the valley for good, my family is getting older and my folks need my help more than ever. There are better jobs in Salt Lake, I always end up dating girls down there, and my project truck is down there.

I know what you are thinking, and I read your mind. I thought it was about time for a good BMW photo. This is a real winner. It's a good hind-end shot of the new Z4 M. Wow. Nothing like some twisted steel with curvy appeal to restore my ambition. Enjoy.

The heat is on

Or maybe that was the air conditioning....

I'm sure glad it's summer. It's warm at night which can make sleeping difficult, but it's worth it. The heat is like the mosquitos-sure, they're a pain, but they remind me it's summer. It's like shoveling snow. It's a good time and all, but you get sick of it. But right when I get sick of shoveling snow, I usually jump in the Suby and head for the church parking lot with a twinkle in my eye and a twitch in the arm that pulls the e-brake.

So I guess I'm saying that a good way to remain happy is when you notice something undesirable, simply think of something positive that comes from the same circumstances. Here's some other examples:

Broken leg=No work for awhile
Sickness=More time to talk on the phone to your cronies
Car accident=gratitute for insurance
Breakup=Opportunity for growth
Getting Fired=Pick a job I actually enjoy

Anyway, just try and accentuate the positive.