Every single hotel is jam packed with spring breakers and hurricane workers.

Its supposed to rain soon, so we're getting unpacked and are just chilling for the moment.

Destin has the worst labeled roads ever. We drove in a 3 mile radius for over an hour looking for our condo. Aparently highway 98, scenic golf and old scenic golf road all overlap, run together and generally confuse everyone.

Oh well, we're here and that's what matters.

--Chris Falco




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There was a huge chemical spill that appeared to start a ditch on fire, on 57south. We were stuck for like 60+ minutes average speed (0-2mph)

We just now crossed into kentucky. I must remember to taunt the locals about their weak college basketball teams.

Some truckers were talking about something exciting happening in arkansas. Not one to pry, I figured I'd leave that one alone, as anything exciting in arkansas would probably be illegal in illinois.

More updates to follow.

--Chris Falco




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Bored. Nothing to do. Drivers in southern illinois suck.

1.) Literally a dozen people have pulled into our lane while we're going 80 and they are going 50 and we have to slam on our brakes. (Please can I do just 1 P.I.T. Manuver and get away with it?)

2.) Rednecks in trucks, identified by 2 of the following 3 characteristics:

A.) Going 10-15mph under the posted speed limit on an interstate. B.) Chevy or ford decal covering 75% of rear window, (can be substituted by calvin pissing on something) C.) In the classic truck cab that seats 3 people, and only 2 are in the car, the guy is driving and his girlfriend/sister/wife is riding bitch.

Bonus points for gun racks, #3 stickers, and duct taped bumpers and country radio station bumper stickers.

P.S. Is it wrong to blow though toll booths without paying because we're in a rental car and can get away with it?

--Chris Falco




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1 week of pure bliss, starts today. The rental car is packed (literally to the roof) The tank full, unlimited mileage and we're on the road. 994 miles to go.

Making the journey with us are 80gb of ipods on board, with 8000+ songs

2 sidekick II's.

600 poker chips, 4 decks of cards.

1 guitar

1 bottle of jager, with a hand pump for quick access.

Half a bottle of rhodiola.

Neck or hemeroid pillows.

But no lawn chairs.

Yep, everything needed for a nice relaxing week (yeah right).

Updates (of lack of) to follow (or not)


--Chris Falco




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Microsoft came out with a page explaining to parents how to read l33tsp33k, we've remixed it at http://www.chicago2600.net/kidtalk

enjoy



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Just got it today. Look out!

--Chris Falco




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Got this in my email today:

The theory is that you will learn a lot of little things about your friends, if you did not know them already. Don't forget to send it back to me!!!



1. What time did you get up this morning? 4PM, it was my day off, and I was up until 5am working on stuff.

2. Diamonds or pearls? Screw that, I hate Prince...er..the artist....er....you know who I'm talking about, Purple Velvet weirdo.

3. What was the last film you saw at the cinema? Oceans 12 and it was at a theatre not a cinema, although it was a theater with the gay (theatre) spelling.

4. What is your favorite TV show?

My tivo is seasoned passed for 24 (action), Lost(action), Las vegas (um it's vegas), Veronica Mars (go figure), The O.C. (cringe), Life as we know it (from freeks and geeks and undeclared writers), third watch (classic)SNL(way over the mid to late 90's slump when MAD TV was kicking their ass) and Best Week Ever ( I 'heart' VH1 clip shows) , Battlestar Galatica (actually good) Adult swim (bumps), Family guy Uncancelled starting may 1st.(hell has frozen over)

5. What did you have for breakfast? Is it really breakfast at 5PM? I stole some tots.

6. What is your middle name? MIchael

7. What is your favorite cuisine? Italian, I'm a pizza & pasta fan.

8. What foods do you dislike? 90% of most meat and seafood, not a veggie, but damn close.

9. What is your favorite chip flavor? Chocolate (hahaha I made a funny) American or British Chips? Meaning potato chips [american](since i dont really eat any, I'll say none) Meaning French Fries only larger and greasier.[british] I'll say....um salt?

10. What is your favorite CD at the moment? I'm rocking The Streets, Death Cab for Cutie, Rooney, Postal Service, BT, green day, gwen stefani's new solo record, Kings of Leon, Scissor Sisters, The Killers, other bands most people have never heard of.

11. What type of car do you drive? 1993 Honda Prelude.

12. Favorite sandwich? Grilled cheese.

13. What characteristic do you despise? Flag Wavers. I hate the people that were the first ones to go out on 9/12 and buy flags for their car. Or the assholes that have 37 "I support our troop" magnetic ribbons on the back of their SUV. Ignorant people, that believe that sticking a $2 sticker on thier car actually somehow supports our troops. I love seeing soldiers in Iraq in interviews saying "Thanks everyone back home for sticking those magnetics on your cars, it means a lot to us dying out here in the 110 degree desert, to know that people back home sacrificed a minute of their time on the way to the mall to support us directly!" People that don't grasp the concept that you could support our troops a lot more by driving a smaller car. DO you really need a 4000 pound vehicle to carry your 200lb ass around?

14. Favorite item of clothing? T-shirts with smartass sayings.

15. If you could go anywhere in the world on vacation, where would you go? ANYWHERE? hmmmm toss up between Toyko, or the wisconsin dells....I really havent decided yet ;)

16. What color is your bathroom? White

17. Favorite brand of clothing? Vintage Vantage (VintageVantage.com)

18. Where would you retire to? Somewhere where the tempature doesnt have a 12 month range of 120+ degrees. California, Arizona, Vegas.

19. Favorite time of the day? La noche. Daylight is so overrated.

20. What was your most memorable birthday? Um...dunno. nothing really stands out.... well If I had to pick one, I'd be my sweet 16... my parents got unwritten law to play and I rented out the Hard Rock Cafe......no no wait wait, that wasnt me, that was on MTV.. hmmmmm (I made another funny!)

21. Where were you born? Hinsdale, IL

22. Favorite sport to watch? Hockey, Poker, Ultimate Fighting. Whatever crazy thing those people are doing on mXe.

23. Who do you least expect to send this back to you? His name is jesus (hey-sus) and he steals hubcaps from cars. And Ricky Henderson, that guy is never home.

24. Person you expect to send it back first? Mailer Dameon

25. What fabric detergent do you use? Why do you want to know?

26. Coke or Pepsi? I try to avoid cola, I'd rather drink Dr. Pepper or Mr Pibb Or orange soda.

27. Are you a morning person or a night owl? Night Owl. I think it's my subconscience trying to keep me up all night, then sleep all day just so I can avoid all the real world losers.

28. What is your shoe size? 13. Ohhhhhhhhh yeah.

29. Do you have any pets? 1 Cat

30. Any new and exciting news you'd like to share with your family & friends? I really enjoyed this questionaire. However I have to question why it was coming from the dept. of homeland security...... also...It could have used a little more cowbell.

31. What did you want to be when you were little? I wanted to be a detective on Square One's MathNet, Have have a cool name based on a day of the week. I also wanted to be president(who didn't)....but I fell out of the running when I didnt do enough blow.

32. Personal message

If you've read this far, you can check out my blog www.tinyurl.com/exv3 for more sarcasm.

--Chris Falco

Some wisdom, thanks to Seth from The O.C.:

On the importance of creating a lasting, loving relationships with members of the opposite sex: "I do enjoy the crazy honeys."

On the disturbing effects of Freudian psychology on the minds of young males: "Mom, don't say 'underpants.' "

On promoting close relationships between members of one's extended step-family: "Is it twisted to find my potential grandma really hot?"

On the importance of listening to what women say, even if the women in question aren't exactly talking to you: "Eavesdropping, Ryan. I hear like a wolf."

On cultivating a sweet, devoted relationship with Mom and Dad: "They're parents. They work for us."

On studying the ways of alien civilizations before traveling far from home: "Dude, it's Long Beach, not Chechnya."

On the difficulties of balancing personal integrity with business dealings in a free market economy: "Do you have any idea how pathetic it is to sit there and listen to you babble about mergers and acquisitions while some guy just stares at your breasts?"

On the importance of being a gentleman: "Chivalry's dead, sugar."

On being an honest, forthright witness and cooperating with the police: "I'll handle Johnny Law."

On kissing up to the cook: "Wow, you're a really good barbecutionist."

On entering a sweaty Tijuana nightclub filled with partying American teens: "I love authentic Mexican culture."

On recognizing the most important elements for building solid romantic relationships: "It's fate. It's destiny. We both like burritos."

On greeting a new member of the family: "Dude, you're a Cohen now. Welcome to a life of insecurity and paralyzing self-doubt."

On how to fit in best with the common folk and project an Everyman image: "So, I shouldn't wear my ascot and talk about Grey Poupon?"

On developing a good personal style and mastering the rudiments of proper grooming: "Who's winning now? Me or my hair?"



--Chris Falco

Where do I get my ideas? I have a process

It starts with "in-take" And ends with "out-crap"


--Chris Falco

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