A Good Day Turned Bad

Eaglesfan27 · 11-06-2005, 12:21 PM

Today started off full of promise. Mrs. Eaglesfan was working 7 to 7 and then going out with her new co-workers to welcome her to their group. Therefore, I had a plan to watch the triple header of football. First, I had Houston vs Jacksonville on the schedule. Ok, maybe not the most exciting game, but I could always play some Civ4 or some FM05 if the game became boring. Then, I had Steelers vs Packers and Bears at Saints. Excellent. Finally, I had the Eagles vs the Redskins. Wonderful. So, I drive out to the supermarket to buy a frozen pizza to cook up as well as a few healthier bits (but who I was kidding, I was eating some pizza while watching football.)

Then, it started going downhill. I was approaching the supermarket (and therefore only going about 15 or 20 as I would be turning soon) when I see a black ford explorer leaning out of the entrance to a nearby store. Next thing I know, the Black Ford Monstrosity is ramming into the right side of my little Toyota Echo. This lady pulled out of a parking lot and rammed me as I was driving by her! So, we pull over and she starts yelling at me! I realize at this point that I forgot my cell phone. So, I know that I have to go into the store to call the police. I memorize this lady's license plate in case she tries to drive off. She didn't.

There was a police officer in the store who kindly used his radio to report the incident. Of course, the New Orleans Police are slightly understaffed now.. Therefore, it took over an hour for a unit to arrive to take the report. Not bad considering the situation here (no one hurt) but this lady seemed to blame me for making her wait for the police! She kept saying the whole hour, "we don't have to wait, we can take care of this." This was after she calmed down that she started saying this. I made her wait and her little 7 year old son (grandson?) kept saying rude things about me making them wait the whole time! So annoying.

So, the police found her completely at fault. She didn't even get a scratch on her monstrosity, but I had significant damage down the right side of my car including bends in the door. So, I call my insurance company which is usually very good. However, due to the high volume of claims recently they believe it could take 24 hours to move onto the next step for my claim. They also note that they aren't sure if they can procure me a rental due to most (all?) of the rentals in the area being rented out.

That brings me to call my boss. Only problem is that I can't find him at any of his numbers. So, I left a message. Now, I have to worry about his reaction to the possibility that I won't be able to make it to work on Monday or possibly longer. This is tempering my enjoyment of the football (and maybe FM or Civ4) slightly.

There is no way I'm going to take a cab for 80 miles each way to work on Monday, so unless my insurance company is able to act quickly, or my boss is able to come up with a viable alternative solution, it looks like there will be an unpleasant conversation coming up sometime in the next 12 hours (assuming he gets my messages.)

Fonzie · 11-06-2005, 12:28 PM

Sorry to hear it EF, but I'm glad to hear that nobody was hurt. The stuff you have to worry about is beyond your control, so I'd recommend putting it out of mind as much as possible trying to enjoy your afternoon.

Edit: pizza and beer sound like a good way to get things started!

Pumpy Tudors · 11-06-2005, 12:28 PM

Ugh, EF, that's horrible. I don't really know what else to say.

When you mention things like the understaffed police force and the insurance problems, it really reminds me about how my hometown still isn't back to normal. I feel really disconnected up here, and I start to hope that maybe things are fine again, but this is the kind of reminder that kicks me back to reality.

Good luck with everything.

Eaglesfan27 · 11-06-2005, 12:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Pumpy Tudors

Ugh, EF, that's horrible. I don't really know what else to say.

When you mention things like the understaffed police force and the insurance problems, it really reminds me about how my hometown still isn't back to normal. I feel really disconnected up here, and I start to hope that maybe things are fine again, but this is the kind of reminder that kicks me back to reality.

Good luck with everything.

Thanks. Yeah, the city definitely isn't back to normal yet. Lines at the Supermarket (I still went to get my pizza and stuff) were 3 to 4 times as long as usual. Some things that were never sold out are now sold out. Many stores still aren't open. However, very slowly things are working towards normalcy.

Fonzie, you are right. I'm going to try to put it out of my mind. I'm not going to worry about things I can't control right now. It helps that I have 3 different jobs very interested in me (including one that Mrs. Eaglesfan would actually like me to take.) Therefore, ultimately if things don't work out at this job, I have options..

Rizon · 11-06-2005, 12:46 PM

My wife got hit by an SUV a few months ago. She called me right after it happened, and I told her not to even talk to the other person until you call the police. The woman actually had the nerve to yell at my wife for wanting to call the police! I know it's become cliche about SUV drivers (just like minivan drivers in the early 90s), but goddamn if I'm not trying to avoid being killed at least 30 times a day by one.

Eaglesfan27 · 11-06-2005, 01:17 PM

Just got off the phone with my boss. He has been upset with me over several things over the past few weeks (and has generally been stressed out.) However, he was very cool about this. He just said to get it fixed or get a rental car as soon as possible, and he would try to find someone else to supervise the resident's until I can return.

CHEMICAL SOLDIER · 11-06-2005, 01:22 PM

Sorry to hear that EF. But I guess that's good news ftom your boss.

terpkristin · 11-06-2005, 02:33 PM

Wow, EF. Talk about a lot of lemons this year for you. I hope you like lemonade....

Glad nobody was hurt and that your boss was cool with things. On that note, enjoy your pizza and beer! They're quite well-deserved.

/tk

Masked · 11-06-2005, 02:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Pumpy Tudors

Ugh, EF, that's horrible. I don't really know what else to say.

When you mention things like the understaffed police force and the insurance problems, it really reminds me about how my hometown still isn't back to normal. I feel really disconnected up here, and I start to hope that maybe things are fine again, but this is the kind of reminder that kicks me back to reality.

Good luck with everything.

I feel pretty much the same way. I will return to New Orleans for the first time in two weeks for Thanksgiving, and I have no idea what to expect. It will definately be strange to stay in my parents new condo (apparently a very nice place right next to the zoo) instead of our house. I also have to convince my mother that she doesn't have to make a large Thanksgiving feast. I doubt they were able to salvage much from the kitchen.

Airhog · 11-06-2005, 03:27 PM

Like tater salad says

"When life gives you lemons, you make lemonade. Then you find someone who's life has given them vodka."

TargetPractice6 · 11-06-2005, 03:38 PM

You're a better person than me if you stayed quiet qhile they blamed you for making them wait. I definitely would have given somebody a rant if they had the nerve to try that on me.

Greyroofoo · 11-06-2005, 04:34 PM

You would've felt better if you hit the woman

st.cronin · 11-06-2005, 04:43 PM

If you have AAA I believe they will reimburse you for the taxi rides to work, if they can't find you a rental car in time. They did something similiar for me once, at least.

Eaglesfan27 · 11-06-2005, 05:49 PM

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Originally Posted by TargetPractice6

You're a better person than me if you stayed quiet qhile they blamed you for making them wait. I definitely would have given somebody a rant if they had the nerve to try that on me.

I just didn't see any productive purpose of doing that, but I was fuming. Coming on here and venting helped that

Pizza, football, A shot or two of Vodka (I don't like beer), and some Civ4 have made this day quite enjoyable after all

Eaglesfan27 · 11-06-2005, 05:49 PM

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Originally Posted by st.cronin

If you have AAA I believe they will reimburse you for the taxi rides to work, if they can't find you a rental car in time. They did something similiar for me once, at least.

Unfortunately, I don't have AAA. I have emergency roadside assistance via a work program, and therefore never felt the need to get AAA.

st.cronin · 11-06-2005, 05:57 PM

AAA is more than just roadside assistance. I think it's the best company in America. And no, I don't work for them.

Rizon · 11-06-2005, 06:59 PM

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Originally Posted by st.cronin

AAA is more than just roadside assistance. I think it's the best company in America. And no, I don't work for them.

Unless one of their policyholders hits your car, in which case, they are dicks. Had it happen to me twice, and both times they tried to rip me off, the last time repeadedly calling and harrassing me.

Eaglesfan27 · 11-06-2005, 07:36 PM

Is it wrong that I've realized a potential upside to this?

If my insurance company isn't able to come up with a car for me by about 1:00 PM tomorrow, and if WWSM 06 comes out, I'll be able to play it sooner. One small upside, potentially.

Oh yeah, I know that AAA offers many services. I ultimately found that many of those services are offered by other places that I don't pay as much for it. However, I'll probably go back to AAA at some point in the future.

MizzouRah · 11-06-2005, 07:36 PM

Glad to hear the day turned out ok for you EF!!

I'm on call this weekend and had to fix a server that was 220 miles away.. nice as I arrived home around 7am this morning. Good thing was it was a Hershey's Chocolate factory and the guy game me loads of Payday candy bars and some new gum made by Ice breakers called, "Ice Cubes" that are coming to a store soon. They are definitly interesting and quite tasty.

Galaxy · 11-06-2005, 07:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Eaglesfan27

Pizza, football, A shot or two of Vodka (I don't like beer), and some Civ4 have made this day quite enjoyable after all

The vodka help?

st.cronin · 11-06-2005, 07:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Eaglesfan27

Is it wrong that I've realized a potential upside to this?

Not at all. The ability to see the bright side of life is probably *the* key to happiness in this world.

Eaglesfan27 · 11-06-2005, 07:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Galaxy

The vodka help?

Actually it hurt my Civ4 ability, but helped everything else

I managed to get drawn into a two front war which I was losing.. Then I think I sobered up and I made peace with Russia, destroyed Ghengis (having Cavalry before them greatly aided that.) Finally, I went back and destroyed Catherine and Russia. I had to save at that point so I could get ready to watch the Eagles game, but I'm looking forward to playing that game more after the Eagles game. I now have a huge land mass and should be able to roll over the competititon..

Galaxy · 11-06-2005, 07:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Eaglesfan27

Actually it hurt my Civ4 ability, but helped everything else

I managed to get drawn into a two front war which I was losing.. Then I think I sobered up and I made peace with Russia, destroyed Ghengis (having Cavalry before them greatly aided that.) Finally, I went back and destroyed Catherine and Russia. I had to save at that point so I could get ready to watch the Eagles game, but I'm looking forward to playing that game more after the Eagles game. I know how have a huge land mass and should be able to roll over the competititon..

Geez, how many shots did you have?

Galaxy · 11-06-2005, 09:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Eaglesfan27

Actually it hurt my Civ4 ability, but helped everything else

I managed to get drawn into a two front war which I was losing.. Then I think I sobered up and I made peace with Russia, destroyed Ghengis (having Cavalry before them greatly aided that.) Finally, I went back and destroyed Catherine and Russia. I had to save at that point so I could get ready to watch the Eagles game, but I'm looking forward to playing that game more after the Eagles game. I now have a huge land mass and should be able to roll over the competititon..

Had much better luck then I had tonight.

Eaglesfan27 · 11-06-2005, 09:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Galaxy

Had much better luck then I had tonight.

I can't wait to see how that game plays out. The only other "superpower" left in the game is India, but they are across the ocean and I might just co-exist peacefully with them. I have a few minor civs on my continent but I should be able to wipe them out without too much trouble if I choose to do so. However, I'll probably work on cultivating my newly captured cities first.

Galaxy · 11-06-2005, 10:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Eaglesfan27

I can't wait to see how that game plays out. The only other "superpower" left in the game is India, but they are across the ocean and I might just co-exist peacefully with them. I have a few minor civs on my continent but I should be able to wipe them out without too much trouble if I choose to do so. However, I'll probably work on cultivating my newly captured cities first.

What level are you playing on?

Eaglesfan27 · 11-06-2005, 10:55 PM

This game is on Noble.

Eaglesfan27 · 11-06-2005, 10:56 PM

Dola -

Using Epic Time scale with no mods yet. I'm in the mid 18th century right now.

Galaxy · 11-06-2005, 11:20 PM

Let us how it is goes...We'll have to try another game next weekend.

jamesUMD · 11-07-2005, 06:25 AM

Your day must not have ended well either, huh!

Go Skins, and just kidding. Sorry to hear about your troubles.

albionmoonlight · 11-07-2005, 06:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Eaglesfan27

Dola -

Using Epic Time scale with no mods yet. I'm in the mid 18th century right now.

I love how the thread started about a real life car wreck and the possiblity of getting into a fight with one's boss, and quickly became a dynasty thread on the Civ 4 game that you played to distract yourself.

If that is not an ad for the game right there, I don't know what is.

Eaglesfan27 · 11-07-2005, 10:09 AM

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Originally Posted by jamesUMD

Your day must not have ended well either, huh!

Go Skins, and just kidding. Sorry to hear about your troubles.

Grrrrrrrr

Galaxy · 11-07-2005, 10:11 AM

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Originally Posted by albionmoonlight

I love how the thread started about a real life car wreck and the possiblity of getting into a fight with one's boss, and quickly became a dynasty thread on the Civ 4 game that you played to distract yourself.

If that is not an ad for the game right there, I don't know what is.

LOL....

Eaglesfan27 · 11-07-2005, 10:11 AM

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Originally Posted by albionmoonlight

I love how the thread started about a real life car wreck and the possiblity of getting into a fight with one's boss, and quickly became a dynasty thread on the Civ 4 game that you played to distract yourself.

If that is not an ad for the game right there, I don't know what is.

Good point. It is a great game

As far as the situation, my insurance company just got back to me. I have an appointment this afternoon to turn in my car and get a rental. So, I'll only miss a day's work which isn't too bad.

However, I can't play WWSM 06 (if the download is even out) because today is the wife's one day off work this week. Spending time with her (checks to see if she is looking over shoulder) should be just as good as spending time with FM 06

Pumpy Tudors · 11-07-2005, 10:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Eaglesfan27

...today is the wife's one day off work this week. Spending time with her (checks to see if she is looking over shoulder) should be just as good as spending time with FM 06

pics plz k thx

Galaxy · 11-07-2005, 03:02 PM

Hmmm....

Wonder what they are doing?

moriarty · 11-07-2005, 03:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Galaxy

Hmmm....

Wonder what they are doing?

Don't worry, he'll only be gone 15 minutes.

Lathum · 11-07-2005, 04:20 PM

next time call dominoes

Eaglesfan27 · 11-07-2005, 04:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Lathum

next time call dominoes

I would have if any of the stores near me were opened yet. Unfortunately, the pizza places that deliver to me are all still closed from Katrina.

Mrs. Eaglesfan and I had a great day together today (well still are.) She is cooking a delicious dinner now

Oh yeah, this picks up from my New Orleans update thread, but I just got word that the job I mentioned at Children's Hospital has become available as the Chief over there gave his 2 week notice. It looks like once he leaves, I will probably become acting Chief and will no longer have to drive to Baton Rouge 3 days/week

I definitely just became much more valuable with him giving notice at LSU as well.. He is moving to Memphis I believe.

Izulde · 11-07-2005, 05:03 PM

Domino's is nasty ghetto crap.

Eaglesfan27 · 11-11-2005, 01:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Galaxy

Let us how it is goes...We'll have to try another game next weekend.

Well, I won the game tonight. I was going for a diplomatic win, and I finally got it in an unconventional manner. The Aztecs weren't voting for me, so I wiped them out. I had the smallish French nation on my side, so I protected them. However, even with their votes I was a bit short. India was the only other player receiving votes, and had a large landmass. So, I finally invaded India, captured about half of the country. That gave me enough votes (combined with France) to win via the UN

Ragone · 11-11-2005, 06:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Lathum

next time call dominoes

dominoes.. when you absolutely.. positively.. gotta eat cheese covered cardboard

11-06-2005, 12:28 PM	#2
Fonzie Pro Rookie Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Illinois	Sorry to hear it EF, but I'm glad to hear that nobody was hurt. The stuff you have to worry about is beyond your control, so I'd recommend putting it out of mind as much as possible trying to enjoy your afternoon. Edit: pizza and beer sound like a good way to get things started! Last edited by Fonzie : 11-06-2005 at 12:28 PM.

11-06-2005, 12:28 PM	#3
Pumpy Tudors Bounty Hunter Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Pittsburgh, PA	Ugh, EF, that's horrible. I don't really know what else to say. When you mention things like the understaffed police force and the insurance problems, it really reminds me about how my hometown still isn't back to normal. I feel really disconnected up here, and I start to hope that maybe things are fine again, but this is the kind of reminder that kicks me back to reality. Good luck with everything. __________________ No, I am not Batman, and I will not repair your food processor.

11-06-2005, 01:17 PM	#6
Eaglesfan27 Hall Of Famer Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: New Jersey	Just got off the phone with my boss. He has been upset with me over several things over the past few weeks (and has generally been stressed out.) However, he was very cool about this. He just said to get it fixed or get a rental car as soon as possible, and he would try to find someone else to supervise the resident's until I can return. __________________ Retired GM of the eNFL 2007 Super Bowl Champion Philadelphia Eagles (19-0 record.) GM of the WOOF 2006 Doggie Bowl Champion Atlantic City Gamblers. GM of the IHOF 2019 and 2022 IHOF Bowl Champion Asheville Axemen.

11-06-2005, 01:22 PM	#7
CHEMICAL SOLDIER College Starter Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Henderson, Nevada	Sorry to hear that EF. But I guess that's good news ftom your boss. __________________ Toujour Pret

11-06-2005, 02:33 PM	#8
terpkristin Grizzled Veteran Join Date: May 2003 Location: Ashburn, VA	Wow, EF. Talk about a lot of lemons this year for you. I hope you like lemonade.... Glad nobody was hurt and that your boss was cool with things. On that note, enjoy your pizza and beer! They're quite well-deserved. /tk __________________ GO TERPS! https://www.flickr.com/photos/terpkristin https://twitter.com/terpkristin

11-06-2005, 03:27 PM	#10
Airhog Captain Obvious Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Norman, Oklahoma	Like tater salad says "When life gives you lemons, you make lemonade. Then you find someone who's life has given them vodka." __________________ Thread Killer extraordinaire Yay! its football season once again!

11-06-2005, 03:38 PM	#11
TargetPractice6 College Benchwarmer Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Lexington, KY	You're a better person than me if you stayed quiet qhile they blamed you for making them wait. I definitely would have given somebody a rant if they had the nerve to try that on me.

11-06-2005, 04:34 PM	#12
Greyroofoo Pro Starter Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Alabama	You would've felt better if you hit the woman

11-06-2005, 04:43 PM	#13
st.cronin General Manager Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: New Mexico	If you have AAA I believe they will reimburse you for the taxi rides to work, if they can't find you a rental car in time. They did something similiar for me once, at least.

11-06-2005, 05:57 PM	#16
st.cronin General Manager Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: New Mexico	AAA is more than just roadside assistance. I think it's the best company in America. And no, I don't work for them.

11-06-2005, 07:36 PM	#18
Eaglesfan27 Hall Of Famer Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: New Jersey	Is it wrong that I've realized a potential upside to this? If my insurance company isn't able to come up with a car for me by about 1:00 PM tomorrow, and if WWSM 06 comes out, I'll be able to play it sooner. One small upside, potentially. Oh yeah, I know that AAA offers many services. I ultimately found that many of those services are offered by other places that I don't pay as much for it. However, I'll probably go back to AAA at some point in the future. __________________ Retired GM of the eNFL 2007 Super Bowl Champion Philadelphia Eagles (19-0 record.) GM of the WOOF 2006 Doggie Bowl Champion Atlantic City Gamblers. GM of the IHOF 2019 and 2022 IHOF Bowl Champion Asheville Axemen.

11-06-2005, 07:36 PM	#19
MizzouRah Hall Of Famer Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Troy, Mo	Glad to hear the day turned out ok for you EF!! I'm on call this weekend and had to fix a server that was 220 miles away.. nice as I arrived home around 7am this morning. Good thing was it was a Hershey's Chocolate factory and the guy game me loads of Payday candy bars and some new gum made by Ice breakers called, "Ice Cubes" that are coming to a store soon. They are definitly interesting and quite tasty.

11-06-2005, 10:55 PM	#27
Eaglesfan27 Hall Of Famer Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: New Jersey	This game is on Noble. __________________ Retired GM of the eNFL 2007 Super Bowl Champion Philadelphia Eagles (19-0 record.) GM of the WOOF 2006 Doggie Bowl Champion Atlantic City Gamblers. GM of the IHOF 2019 and 2022 IHOF Bowl Champion Asheville Axemen.

11-06-2005, 10:56 PM	#28
Eaglesfan27 Hall Of Famer Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: New Jersey	Dola - Using Epic Time scale with no mods yet. I'm in the mid 18th century right now. __________________ Retired GM of the eNFL 2007 Super Bowl Champion Philadelphia Eagles (19-0 record.) GM of the WOOF 2006 Doggie Bowl Champion Atlantic City Gamblers. GM of the IHOF 2019 and 2022 IHOF Bowl Champion Asheville Axemen.

11-06-2005, 11:20 PM	#29
Galaxy Coordinator Join Date: Apr 2005	Let us how it is goes...We'll have to try another game next weekend.

11-07-2005, 06:25 AM	#30
jamesUMD High School JV Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Baltimore, MD	Your day must not have ended well either, huh! Go Skins, and just kidding. Sorry to hear about your troubles. __________________ HailtotheRedskins!

11-07-2005, 03:02 PM	#36
Galaxy Coordinator Join Date: Apr 2005	Hmmm.... Wonder what they are doing?

11-07-2005, 04:20 PM	#38
Lathum Favored Bitch #1 Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: homeless in NJ	next time call dominoes

11-07-2005, 05:03 PM	#40
Izulde Head Coach Join Date: Sep 2004	Domino's is nasty ghetto crap. __________________ 2006 Golden Scribe Nominee 2006 Golden Scribe Winner Best Non-Sport Dynasty: May Our Reign Be Green and Golden (CK Dynasty) Rookie Writer of the Year Dynasty of the Year: May Our Reign Be Green and Golden (CK Dynasty)

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