17 Things That Didn’t Happen To Me in 2017
As we review the year that was, I think we can all agree that 2017 was not the best of years, even when compared to 2016.
Musings
Can’t Your Wife Do That?
That question is in my Top Ten Most Offensive Statements ever said to me, or to any father that is trying to share in the responsibilities of raising children. And it happened not once, but twice, in my career. But that’s not why I’m writing this post. This post is about how to say “no” effectively. … Read more
Who Is Responsible For What?
In my previous life I was a production DBA which meant my primary responsibility was recovery. I also took my job role to be that of a general SQL Server expert. I stayed general because no one person can possible be an expert in every facet under the SQL Umbrella. A few years ago I … Read more
A [DBA] Christmas Story
With Christmas coming this Friday I wanted to take some time and reflect upon the past year. 2009 has been quite a ride for me professionally and personally. Lots of action over the past twelve months. I wanted to take some time to reflect, recharge, and redirect where I want to go over the next … Read more
SQLstrology
So the other day I noticed that colorstrology is apparently a real thing and not something that I thought I was dreaming about after pulling an all night bender with ten pounds of double thick bacon. But what has yet to be written, until now that is, would be…wait for it…wait for it… SQLstrology. Yeah, … Read more
Luck, Preparation, and Opportunity
Last month I made the pilgrimage to Lake Placid, NY, to celebrate my 12th wedding anniversary with Congress. We made the same trip two years ago, and I am thinking we will keep making the trip again in future years. There are two reasons why. The first is that it is quite peaceful, relaxing, and … Read more
