So for those 4 people that read my blog, you might be asking where have I been?  What have I been doing?  Why haven’t I been blogging?  And the answer is… I have nothing.  Been lazy, overworked, underpaid, busy, tired, (make up your own excuse)…

So here goes.  Couple of things..

1.  I am a jink to the Softball world.  I played on a new team and league last Thursday night.  Yep, we Lost.  Needless to say that 80% of the players were men that are 55+.  But I will have to say I was pretty impressed.  Second, the other team we played was good.  They were snatching everything going to them.  Well done on their part.  Needless to say I think i am a jinx to Softball.  I did go 1 for 2 at the plate, and caught or stopped everything that came my way.

2.  I am expecting my first child on September 22.  Ashley and I are very excited.  While we weren’t planning on having kids so quickly, we are very excited.  Yes, it is a honeymoon or Christmas Baby…  For more info on the baby. www.babyerb.com

3.  I tried out for a new show this summer.  Beauty and the Beast.  We will see what happens.  Auditions were last night, and call backs later this week.  Keep your fingers crossed.  The show will perform the middle of July through August 1. I’ll keep you updated.

Other than that, just living life.  No really funny crazy stories to tell you.  I wish I had something.  I am sure after Baby Erb is born, there will be some good one.

Thanks,

Scott

iPhone or iPhony?

June 29, 2007. A good day for techno folks, perhaps, but for everyone?

That’s the day that Apple introduced the iPhone to the world . Has this new “smart” phone revolutionized the way media/communications is accessed across the world? Has Apple changed the world by presenting to us a new, sleek and stylish phone with cool features?

For those who love the idea of a music player on their phone, look no more. The new phone includes a built in iPod. No more clunky pockets full of gadgets. No more walking around like Batman wearing a utility belt. Your iPod and your phone are all inclusive. But note that the iPhone is not the first to combine phone and music player. Companies like Microsoft and Samsung merged the phone and mp3 player almost two years ago. I have a phone by Verizon and LG that has an mp3 player on it. Do those phones have an iPod or iPod capabilities? No, but they have lead the way for Apple.

Is the iPhone everything we wanted? Apple has placed most of the desired features in this new gadget. Everything from web surfing to visual voice mail is included, plus the convenience of having only one device for phone and music/ video player.

But are you getting your money’s worth? While this phone has many cool features, it also has some really big drawbacks, such as the network. I have many techno friends that have either returned their iPhone or are waiting to get one until network service is better in this area.

Are there new updates in the future? Apple has teamed with other companies to provide updates and new features that may make this product better. Rumors are circulating that a new iPhone will be available in November that will be supported by a faster network from AT&T and maybe even 3G. That will be a quick turn around for a second generation of the phone. Until that release, review this quick hot-list about the phone:

Pros

·  Great web browser

·  Virtual Voice Mail gives you the ability to see your VM listing and skip around to listen to the messages in the order you want them

·  iPod (4 GB or 8 GB)

·  Syncs well with PC and Mac

·  Photo Gallery

·  YouTube

·  E-mail

Cons

·  SMS, not iChat – can’t instant message to or from a computer

·  Wi-Fi from home network only works with HEX key (Birmingham is the sixth hottest spot for Wi-Fi in America)

·  AT&T Carrier service (Formerly Cingular). Carrier service is on the low end.

• Birmingham has some of the worst AT&T coverage because of the Birmingham Bowl. This is caused by the low mountains around Birmingham that block signals and causes services to be bad for cities in the Birmingham area, including Trussville. One local techno returned his and his wife’s phones after a week because of the bad service. He loved the features, but hated the service.

·  EDGE – AT&T wireless data network. Data updates/downloads at a slow pace. Dial-up can be faster. Doesn’t include the new 3G feature that provides faster data connectivity.

·  Cost. iPhones range from $499 (4GB) to $599 (8GB). So start saving your money today.

I am holding off until they get everything fixed with the network. I really love the phone and all its features, but I am waiting.

Waiting for the next generation of iPhones as well? Check out the new iPod to get warmed up. More to come…

I’d like to give special thanks to my Editors TB and FM.

One year ago today (May 31) it happened.  365 1/4 days ago.  What you might ask happened one year from today?  Was it a major event on CNN?  Did the world change?  Or did just my world change?  If you guess both you are right.Today, one year ago, I closed on my house in Leeds.   That’s right; I am a home owner for one year. 

Being my first house I was very excited.  I now was able to lay my head down in my own home. Not my apartment, not someone else’s home, but mine.It has been a great one year so far.  I only received a half of year of tax benefits but man did they help.  I can’t wait for tax season next year to see what I get. The only downfall is that it takes 2 hours to push the yard.  But hey I need the exercise. So for all of you out there, who want to celebrate with me, raise your goblets and toast to 129 Cedar Rock.

For those who love, imbibe, or brew beer. And I’m not talking about the major macros here (Bud, Miller, Coors, etc…) I’m talking love beer. … check this out.

Magic City Brewfest
June 02, 2007
2-6 p.m., 7-11 p.m.
http://www.freethehops.org/beerfestival/
Sloss Furnace
Birmingham, AL

Well, the time has come for me to polish my dancing shoes. Wait, I don’t have any dancing shoes.  But in the spirit of Grease I did pull out my black converse to “hone” in my acting/singing/ chops.

I really don’t know if the shoes helped or not, but isn’t that the old NBA saying, “IT has to be the SHOES!!!”

Well last night we had auditions for Grease.  It has been a year since I have acted and was excited about trying out again.  A fresh start.  A chance to reinvent yourself or at least the character you want to be.

I auditioned for Danny and Kinecki.  I figured why not.  Knock on wood, I think I did well.  I guess time will tell. I did get a callback for Wednesday.  So either wish me good luck or break a leg.  Not sure if break a leg is for auditions. Who knows.

The show is at the Leeds Arts Council in Leeds, AL.  The show will perform July 20-22 & 27-29.  Two shows on both Saturdays.   

I will blog back when I know what part I will be playing.  Keep your fingers crossed.

TB, you need to audition tonight.  They need some guys.  You could be a T-bird, or a Burger Palace Club (weird, I know).