Back in the day.

I took up this mantle about a year ago, did it for a while, then stopped.
This excruciatingly long post will contain that first run of Threengs. As well as where I got the idea.

10/05/09
Samuel Ryan Allmon had the worst day on record. And I keep a record of bad days. Feburary 7, 1998, HORRIBLE. Today OUSTED IT! But, At about 9, when my car ran out of gas, and I had to walk 3 blocks, I just thought to myself, "Jimmy," That's what I call myself. Don't judge. "Why focus on why this day is bad? Focus on the things that would have made it worse, and be thankful that they didn't happen. Didn't you learn anything in chapel?"

So I've picked my Three Things to be thankful for:
1. It was a very pleasant day outside. When I had to walk across campus to my car, then across Waco to a gas Station, If it had been rainy, or Swelteringly hot, I don't think I'd have been able to make it. I'd have given up.
2. My last two Deliveries were to repeat customers, and they tipped well. I didn't receive a tip at all the entire night until them, and they both gave me six bucks. That money, plus my 8 buck pocket change, was enough for a gas can, and 4 gallons of gas. If They hadn't tipped me, I'd still be stranded in Waco, talking with an old lady homeless person who looked like Madame Zeroni from Holes.
3. The Reason Taylor was grounded was virtual, not the real thing. Granted, It's still very very bad, and Makes me a little angry, but It could have been MUCH worse. And for those who don't know the reason, There's no way in heck I'm telling you. Hatchet Buried. I'm over it. She's over it. Forgiven, forgotten, grounded. Which makes these almost 4 points. I'm also glad I still got 15 minutes on the phone with her, for hatchet burial time. Also, It was our Six month Anniversary, So I'm thankful for a wonderful girlfriend. She's flawed, But hey, I'm flawed. Puzzle pieces that aren't the same don't fit together. I love her, Really do. She makes me high on life.
Also, as a side note, I got to talk to my bestie for the first time since December today, even if it was for like six minutes.
That was fun.
I hope the mouse didn't kill her. XP




10/06/09
1. I have a 4.0 so far for the year. Colleges like to hold on to the people who have 4.0's, so I think I can probably get more scholarships, and not be as far in debt. Less Debt = more money = more stuff I get to do with my money.
2. I met a new friend in Film class. Ian. He's kinda like a redheaded me. We talked about boy meets world, and how cartoons these days suck. He's a comp sci game nerd, too. Also in that class, I talked more with the girl next to me, and she's a violin player for the orchestra, and she likes skillet. So I got two new friends.
3. Mrs. Gina complimented me like 8 times. It might just be my ego, but I like to be complimented. Really puts a spring in my step. To be honest, for a while, I thought she didn't like me anymore, but i don't think that anymore. I'm super glad. She and Dr. V. are some of the coolest people I know. I'm thankful that they put up with me as much as they do.



10/07/09
1. Stephen was working with me tonight. Most of my co-workers just assume I know how to do everything in the store, and Stephen actually showed me what to do for many things. I don't wander around like a bumbling idiot anymore.
2. I had lunch with the girls again (Minus Katy Ryan. Sad.). They are beyond crazy, and I luff it. I don't know exactly what it says about me that I have a "the girls" and not a "the guys" but meh, whatever. You girls are totally rad, and make Monday and Wednesday not suck. Oh, and Lindsey has a crush.
3. There was a fire drill today, and I'm thankful it was just a drill, and I'm thankful that I was already dressed for work when it sounded, so I wouldn't be late my first week. Also, I made 13 bucks tonight. Not perfect money, but better than before. Oh, and Lindsey has a crush. lol.




10/08/09
1. My Brother Mike. I rewatched our youtube videos, and I remembered all the great times we've had. You're intense, mike. Don't ever change. My kids need a cool uncle.
2. I finally have access to the Senior Project lab, in which I can play unreal, and make computer models. Also the computer screens are HUGE, and there're two per computer, so I can unreal on one screen, and homework on the other. =]
3. Austin Allows me to play his Xbox, and He has Assassin's creed, and Bioshock, and Fable II. All great games, at no cost to me. And I'm thankful that he studies often, so I can play longer while he's not here. And all of these games let me live out my Hero Complex in a healthy way. XP




10/09/09
1. Dr. Sadler is farther along with our class than the other ones, so Class was cancelled today. So I had a day filled with nothingness. Just lounging around, sipping tomato soup from a coffee cup, and munching cheese nips. Good day.
2. Today was my MeMaw's Birthday, And I'm thankful that she put up with me over the last year, and let my family and I stay with her. I know things must have been hard, so thanks, MeMaw. I love you. You're the greatest Grandmother in the history of Grandmothers.
3. I'm also thankful that I took the last delivery tonight. New Parents were having a party for their baby, So I got to see the baby, it's darn cute, and also, the parents tipped very well. Great way to finish off the night.




10/10/09
1. I delivered to 23 people tonight. And I made 35 bucks. I love when people give me good tips. =]
2. Taylor is a cheap girlfriend. Perfect for a starving college kid like myself. Our best date so far has been sitting on the couch, coloring a spiderman coloring book. Cheap. I gave her a budget of 80 dollars for her homecoming mum, she spent 30. Cheap. Add to that the fact that she's gorgeous, smart, funny, and clever, and I'm super set. =]
3. Speeding tickets are 100 dollars cheaper in McLennon County than in chambers. It sucks that I was pulled over(for a 45 in a 40, no less), but At least I don't have to pay 250, like I did in prior tickets.
Tonight's Threengs have a theme, it seems. I need Cash. XP




10/11/09
1. I found out today that StarGate Universe is now on television. We had a powow at work, and talked about how awesome it was. 25 minutes of Not prepping Pizza Dough, AND getting to be a nerd, sounds like a great 3 bucks to me!
2. Employee discount, plus employee meal equals a P'Zone for $1.07. YUM! That was the tastiest Sunday at 5 o'clock snack on record. But don't quote me on that. I don't keep a record of Sundays at 5 o'clock.
3. Coming home from work, I took a Grand old Nap, on the floor. Whilst Lying there, I texted my good friends From PCC. I miss you guys. I might come back and work some over Christmas.




10/12/09
1. It was Payday, today, and I made 140 bucks! that's minimum, that doesn't count my tips. I've probably made at least 250 bucks so far. Not bad. Not bat at all.
2. The lady in chapel today A) giggly and adorable. B) Rooted for us Virgins. I'm sure that everyone in the room but like six of us, didn't like her. But I did. She was funny, adorable, and had a good point.
3. lastly, I'm thankful for the stupid person that called up Pizza hut. Thanks for the laugh. "Alright, your pizza will cost 20 dollars, where are you located?" "Waco." "....More specifically?" "Texas." XP We made fun of her for about three hours afterwards. Tonight was slow, so I needed something to lighten the mood.



10/13/09
1. TAYLOR'S UNGROUNDED!!!! Now I get to text her, and talk to her, and oodles of good stuff. Waking up this morning was hard, Until I got a good morning text. Hopskippannajump, I was excited.
2. Collins's Flying Saucers. Nuff Said. For those who don't know, They are almost crunch wraps, from Taco Bell, but without A chip inside them. I got mine with chicken, beans, rice, pico de gallo, and cheese. Yummm.
3. I didn't have to work tonight. I like getting money, But I work everyday until homecoming. It's a little much. But, comma however, My next check will be stuffed. =] Also, HOMECOMING. Super Excited.



10/14/09
1. The homework for CSI wasn't hard. A little time consuming, but I wasn't tired, afterwards. It was great. 6 flowcharts, one hour. Very accomplished. =]
2. I figured out I'm Yours by Jason Mraz on the guitar. I'm gonna rock it. It'll be pretty good. I hope we play it at our HUGE concert in January. The crowd should love it.
3. I think that Ian, from Sight, Sound, Motion might be a new best friend. We kinda hung out from 10:35 till 12:30, just shooting the breeze. It was fun. His friend was a little awkward, and The friend and his girlfriend were tickle-fighting for most of the time, so Ian and I ignored them.




10/15/09
1. Ian is going home this weekend, and Bringing me a wiimote! I get to play no more heroes, and madworld, now. =] I haven't hardly turned my Wii on since february.
2. I fully listened to Relient K's "Five Score and Seven Years Ago", and Fell in love with "Deathbed". Mike and I are working on a film adaptation. Expect a note with the lyrics in a few minutes.
3. OUR PIZZA HUT / WINGSTREET GETS THE WINGSTREET CHICKEN SUIT FOR THIS WEEK! Super Happy. Webb, my manager, in the suit, and I messed with so many people. Webb made a baby cry. And a girl nearly Die. "OH SH---!" and she jumped out of her eye-holes. Almost. It was hilarious. On the way back from a delivery, we stopped at Bush's chicken, he went in, and cried over the loss of his brethren.
Epic.
Today was a very good day. =]





10/16/09
1. That when I swerved off the road, there wasn't body damage, preventing me from going to see Taylor and the Fam this weekend. Getting hit by That truck would have SUCKED.
2. The Yard I was marooned in belonged to one of those guys who has an entire workshop in his back yard, so He could lend me a jack, and some air for my tires. and he was very nice, and didn't shun me off. If I could have given him free pizza, I would have.
3. The deliveries that Scott ran for me still brought in 4 bucks in tips. I got paid for fixing my tires. Which is good, because I'll have to pay to fix them.





10/17/09
1. Andrea made Taylor and I a copy of Relient K's new CD. It's not as good as their last two, but it's not bad. Track 3/4 are my favorites. Thanks bunches, Andrea. =]
2. I made a killing tonight. $40. So what If I spent 30 on Dinner. I splurged. I couldn't resist the Big Eats Tiny Price menu. I had Yummyyummyyummy food for dinner.
3. Both the Pride and The Band of Bands Made Area. And I get to see both shows next week. And the Band of Bands' is glow in the dark. And FlutterBug's homecoming. I'm super Excited. And proud. Everyone keep at it.
I'm off to bed.
Siyonara.
//EDIT: I'm in Japanese now, and I spelled Sayounara wrong. I'm dissappointed in the younger me. XP



10/18/09
1. The lunch rush never came, so I got free feast on Buffet pizza. MeatLovers, Luau, stuffed crust Pepperoni. It was great. I brought some to dorm, and shared with Jose. Austin was asleep.
2. I absotively posolutely made Mr. Kramer, a mentally handicapped person, happy yesterday. Last week, he ordered honey BBQ wings from wing street. When I got there, Honey BBQ wasn't what he wanted, and he said that they looked weird, not like boneless wings. So this week, i made sure that he got the All-American Wings, and that they weren't the bottom of the box rejects like he got last week. when I got there, he smiled. He said, "These are the ones. They are good. Last week they were too... Different."
3. I know I was thankful for the CD yesterday, but I'm more specifically thankful for "candlelight" now. It was yesterday's anthem. Put a spring in my step, and a smile on my face. Much to Tay's dismay, I danced in the car. XP.


10/19/09
1. Employee Discount at The Hut is -$5, so I can get Pizza Rolls for free. Which I did. Which were tasty. Whose wrappers are now in my trashcan.
2. Dr. Sadler realized he had a few cruddy questions on his test, so he gave us a few free points, so my 78 on his test is an 86. A small dent in my 4.0, but a much more recoverable one.
3. I chatted with amber for the first time in forever. We argued, of course, but "YOU"RE RETARDED!" is synonymous with "I love you, best friend" in our language. It's a language based on hatred, but oh well. She's still one of my closests.


10/20/09
1. Gearbox Software came to Sight, sound, and motion today, and I fell in love with the company. And Also, If I show off that I'm passionate, even if I don't have experience, I can probably get an internship. That'd be GREATTTT!!!!!
2. I found a local place that has rims in stock for my Cavvie!! So Tomorrow, my car will be off of a donut, and I'll be all set to go home this weekend. Also, it's only costing $35 to get it all fixed. =]
3. Derek Haas' new book is really good. I've been barely able to put it down since I bought it. He's kinda amazing at it.



0/21/09
1. I found a place in Troy that had the replacement rim in stock for my Cavvie. So I coughed up 25 bucks, and got me a new, working rim. Well, almost working. When I got to the tire shop, They had given me the wrong one. But.....
2. The tire shop happened to have the correct rim there for me! So For a $5 upcharge, I traded rims, got my tire put on, and balanced, and on my car. Now I'm perfectly street legal for my trip tomorrow. =]
3. MY TRIP IS TOMORROW!!!! I serious cannot wait. I've been daydreaming about it all week. I'm so excited. Like, you have no idea. I get to see My Girlfriend, my HS band, My sister, My Brother, My MeMaw, my Parents, My PUPPY!!! and my Puppy-esque girlfriends, at the VanClan's house. I hope I make the parade, but I don't know if I will.
But still. Super. Duper. Stoked. Can't wait.




10/22/09
1. I got to play with Windows 7. It's hella good. Like, seriously. I love it. In CSI, we tried to convince Dr. Aars that we should have a free day, in honor of its release. We ended up having a test review, instead. lol.
2. I'm all packed, and going to be leaving for vidor in just two and a half short hours. I'm super. Duper. EXCITED. It's been 8 weeks since I've seen Taylor, or my puppy, or any of that great stuff. I just gotta last through two classes. I think I can do it. XP
3. Its a super fantastic Homecoming weekend. At Baylor, At anahuac, at Vidor. Everyone is excited, and That makes me excited. School Spirit is win. Baylor, Stomp OSU. Vidor, BTHO LCM. Anahuac, Destroy Kountze. And any other team who might be having homecoming tonight, kick the other team's behind!



10/23/09
1. I got out of school early, so I could book it, and make it to The parade. 610 was down to one lane, so I ended up missing it, anyways, but, I'd have been MUCH later without getting out early.
2. I GOT TO SEE MAH BEHBEHCAKES!!!! She was amazingly gorgeous in her Dress, even if she had a bump-it. XP. But I was super-duper excited to see her, and she didn't tackle me, so I had fun with her, without injury. Very awesome. I apologize to those who disagree, but I have the prettiest girlfriend in the world. Ever.
3. The Band of Bands was great. On and off the field. I felt welcomed in the bandhall, even if there was the looming sense of touchstone going to yell at me and tell me to leave. I was introduced to like, everyone, and had Burgers with them. I felt like a celebrity, because when I walked into the bandhall, there were fangirly screams, and people rushed over all, "OMG!!!! YOU MUST BE SAM!!!!" Made me happy that she talks about me. =]



10/24/09
1. The Pride is beyond kicking butt this year. They have like, insane stuff going on on the field. I'm so Proud. The Tuba section was audible!!! The ding-a-ling-a percussion thing at the end is awesome, And, and and. I just love the show. You guys are GOING to win state. I can feel it. You have the gold, you just gotta polish it. Put that sucka on display. Show off. You guys rock.
2. I got to let loose, and be immature again. Screaming Bohemian Rhapsody, making fart noises, making fun of Geraldine, All that great stuff that I can't do at baylor, I got to do it. You guys are hoots. LOVE IT!
3. I got to help out the band, in setting up, etc. Carrying French horns, packing the trailer, All the fun(ish) stuff of Being Band Manager coming back to me. Some might call me a "Super Senior" for it, but whatevs. They needed help, I wasn't doing anything, so why not? I so wish I could make it to SA for state, but I can't. So, you'll just have to win it for me, then call me all screamy and such. =]



10/25/09
1. Brother Will is an amazing preacher. He has the "Hit-home-ness" needed for stick-in-the-mud southern baptists, but the sillyness, and outlandishness that I love. Here, I'll sum it up just as he summed up his sermon: "For the Kingdom of god is not a matter of talk, but of Power. (1 Cor 4:20) The greek word for Power is "Forza", so what paul is basically telling us is, 'don't just talk the talk, but May the Force be with you.'"! I loved it. XP
2. I got a homecooked meal, via Dinner on the Grounds. Spaghetti, Mashed potatoes, BBQ sandwich, the works. Great, great food. Much better than the Food Court. And I had a hot date, too. I gotta eat with My Memaw. : 3
3. I got to see tay again, this time, without 30 feet between us. Holding hands is an amazing thing, you don't even know. I'd hold her hand forever, if it was possible. And hugs. She gives good hugs. I made sure I got plenty to hold me over for 3 weeks. But, I miscounted. I want more. I love you, Taylor, like seriously. I can't wait till your birthday. =]



10/26/09
1. Sociology was cancelled today. It bites that there was a funeral in Dr. Irwin's family, But since there wasn't class, I could catch up on the sleep I didn't get this weekend.
2. Whilst doing laundry, I left my card in my room, so I sat outside of the room, and read "columbus" a bunch. The book is really good. You should go read it. But you can't, yet. baylor got the advanced copies, because Haas is a Alumni. It comes out in November for you guys.
3. I was scheduled to get off work at 10, but Webb let me get off early, because I have a computer Science Test tomorrow. So I got study time, and My hours coincided with Tay's phone time. Also, I found a parking spot in Penland. Believe me, at 8:30 on a school night, That's near impossible.



10/27/09
1. I completely beasted that Computer Science Test. I was worried about it, because I wasn't doing so hot on Jump Statements during study time, But there was only one question on them, and I think I kicked its behind. Also, the Practicum was a simple "Read these numbers from a file, and find the average" thing, so I kicked its behind, as well.
2. I got a grand Idea for a videogame, and my GameTrack friends think it's golden. It's a Zombie game based around not doing homework, and that the SAT and the TAKS are the dumbest things in the world. The government has decided to take its rules and shove them into places they don't belong, like College Homework Practices. They make the students take these on-line assessments everynight, and they suck the soul and free will out of the kids, and they become zombies. So it's up to our heroes, 4 slackers, to fight off the waves of zombies, and to stop the government from destroying everyone, like they did their school. Cool, huh?
3. I bought me a calendar for my wall. Nintendo Power's annual one, to be exact. It came with 6 posters, 5 of which had Zelda on one side. I heart Zelda almost as much as Taylor, if not more. So my Nerd Cave is decorated to the T now. It actually feels quite homey, now.




10/28/09
1. I Paid off my School Bill for the month today. I only have one more, until I have 25 left. lol. But for this semester, I'm almost done. Paying my own bill was exhilarating.
2. I found a parking spot on the 2nd floor, which only has 30 spaces for students on it. So it's basically the lottery. It's simply wonderful. I got one TWICE today. =]
3. I'm thankful for Some kid in Waco named "Chris" He ordered 8 pizza rolls, and never came to pick them up. So then, When I got my free rolls when I left, I got 12 rolls. I still have some left, if you want them. Come get them. Penland #451 1202 S 5th st Waco Tx, 76798.




10/29/09
1. I took a wonderful Nap today. It was only 30 minutes, but heavenly. I think, that in heaven, God will just give us all a blanket, and we just Nap, then Eat Mac & cheese, then nap some more. I really hope so. I want some mac and cheese, now.
2. I confronted my Film test, kicked its butt, and took its name. It was Jeffery, oddly enough. I think there was only 1 question I was unsure on. So my 4.0 is still standing. Also, Prof. Aars gave another extension to the assignment due two weeks ago, so I can put my comments in, and not fail. Yippee for applying myself. Ish.
3. The walgreens down the road has Blue Jolt. I know. Amazing. It also has an AllPoint ATM, so I can get money without fees. It is my new best friend. I love it. I went in to restock on my beautification products, and left with Sweet blue-ish nectar. Exciting.



10/30/09
1. Dr. Irwin made a review slideshow for us, so The test monday should be Easy Breezy. Which is awesome, because I slept a bunch in his class, recently. Also, his tests are normally easy, so I should ace it.
2. Scott, at work, Let me have the week of Thanksgiving off. So I get to see my family, and My Flutterbug, and such, then. SchlitterBahn, FTW.
3. Mike and I get to see Kevin Smith in concert this week. It's actually a lecture/q&a session, not stand up. So It should appeal to our film making side. Maybe, He'll think we're funny, and help us with our movie. =]




10/31/09 - All Hallow's Eve
1. I. Made. Forty. Three. Bucks. I completely KILLED. I have enough for my Kevin Ticket, AND a trip home. I just gotta save up for two more trips, and some money for Tay's Present, and then, maybe, I'll be able to afford Borderlands. I sure hope so. =]
2. Oddly, there is a plethora of Fina stations in waco, all called Skinny's. And Skinny's Carries Jones Soda. In case you don't know who I am, I Love Jones Soda. I do, I do, I do-Ooo.
3. There is a gumball machine at work that sells tiny rubber Dinosaurs. OMG!! They are cute, and I'm buying like All 64 of them. XP

//Yeah, so shortly after this, Taylor and I cheated on each other, and broke up. All this talk of love, etc shouldn't stop you ladies from fawning over me.