I am Paul Singh

If you can tell me where this picture was taken and/or who those shoes belong to, I’ll buy you a beer.

WINNER: Jack. Read the comments for his answer.

the small print:
–Post your guesses in the comments.
–If you IM a guess to me, you’re already wrong.
–I’ll post the answer/winner within a week.

Yep- that’s what I thought when I took my first bite of my burrito from Chipotle today. They must have some new guy in the back, but seriously, how do you botch up a burrito?!

Anyways, I think my days of favoring Chipotle are numbered.

I think the worst part of this is that I have to find a new favorite place… any recommendations?

Met some interesting characters at my parents’ little get together last night. Specifically, an aunty who is easily twice my age but seems to have some pretty down to earth thoughts and opinions. We had a pretty good conversation but she got me thinking.

We got onto the topic of my upcoming marathon and some of the cycling stuff I did last year. After answering her questions about training methods and various other related questions, she asked one final question.

“Why do you do it?”

Yikes– why can’t I answer that easily? I’m sure many people would attribute the many physical and psychological health benefits of working out, but I just don’t think that works for me.

Personally, my reason lies far deeper than that. I believe it is my outlet and my release from the stresses of everyday life. A test of my own character, will and determination. An attempt to move beyond the mediocre, mundane and lazy lives that so many get lulled into these days. Let’s not forget about the bonds that you create with fellow training partners and competitors. It’s about more than winning some medal or trophy, it’s about overcoming the biggest obstacle of all– yourself.

So here’s a question for you all:

What drives you?

I think someone needs a new logo…

If you’ve been around the past week or two, you’ve noticed that I can’t walk. No, seriously, I really just waddle around like a penguin and it sucks. And it hurts– like hell. And it makes me look gimpy– like whoa.

If you’ve been around the past year or two, you’ve noticed that I can’t bring myself to see a doctor about anything.

So I visited an orthopedic doctor today and it has only reaffirmed my position.

Doc: Paul, you’ve got Piriformis Syndrome, I’m sorry. (He really looks sorry)
Paul: Oh man. (Getting worried) How long do I got Doc?
Doc: What are you talking about?
Paul: You know, like, uh, it’s bad isn’t it?
Doc: What? Your hip? You think…. ohhh… Paul, you hurt your hip running. You’re not dying!
Paul: Oh God, can we please clarify that next time before you start spewing big words at me while I’m in pain?

Google Print

Whoa– good job Google, keep people like me from EVER having to go to the library.

Hell, I don’t think I even know how to look stuff up in the real library anyways.

Slashdot | PowerBook As A New Kind Of Human Interface Device

One word: awesome.

So, loyal friends, buddies, and pals… which one of you wants to buy me an upgraded Powerbook?

I think I’m a pretty nice guy. Some would say too nice and others- well they can keep their mouths shut.

The point is, we all need enemies. That’s right, we NEED them. You can’t possibly be great without having an enemy. Think about it– Jesus had Judas, Superman had Lex Luthor, the Predator had the Alien. Clearly, you must see the pattern that is emerging.

So, now that you see my point, let’s get you on your way to making enemies.

Step 1: Who can be your foe?
Like most people, you probably work in an office and are trying to move up the food chain. In this situation, you will likely be pitted against someone despicable (maybe not despicable, but you can hate them anyway). This person is most likely to snatch that promotion from right under you.

Step 2: Study the enemy
Once you’ve identified your opponents, you must look at the available candidates and see what their strengths and weaknesses are. You have to study them and see what they are capable of accomplishing. Carefully study your enemy in order to assess how much of a threat they are and which one is most likely to be the greatest challenge.

Step 3: Apply pressure
While you’re out there working your knuckles to the bone, don’t forget to keep an eye out on the other guy who’s trying to eat your lunch. You are probably his nemesis too and chances are he’s playing the same game as you… which is why you must take things to the next level and win. I don’t like losers, so go out there and make mincemeat out of the punk.

Watch your back boys and keep your noses clean. (I’ve always wanted to say that!)