tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-64665522011-04-21T14:03:31.543-06:00All about Chris and Jen Armstrongchrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15270657177103927618noreply@blogger.comBlogger471100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6466552.post-1115651893901888842005-05-09T09:11:00.000-06:002005-05-09T09:22:57.156-06:00

Just as you get all settled into a routine, things change. Change is inevitable. The only thing that stays the same is that everything changes (wow, that's an old country song).Anyway, I believe we have this website for another 5 days or so before it expires. Our new site is over at Solid Roots dot com. You'll get an explination of the name later, but Jen, Trinity and I shall be moving over

chrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15270657177103927618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6466552.post-1113282732956276802005-04-11T23:02:00.000-06:002005-04-11T23:30:36.213-06:00

I've put a new page up for Trinity. It's got her latest sonogram pictures.She's really a little person in there.Click here.

chrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15270657177103927618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6466552.post-1113240060735533862005-04-11T11:15:00.000-06:002005-04-11T11:25:20.536-06:00

Our new mailer.Tell me what you think.Note: The file is rather large. It may take a while to load.

chrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15270657177103927618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6466552.post-1112882592200023192005-04-07T07:56:00.000-06:002005-04-07T08:03:12.200-06:00

When Jesus died on the cross, the sun was darkened for 3 days. It was as if night had fallen on all the Earth.On Friday, the day of the Pope's burial, the sun is supposed to darken.Now you guys know that I'm not Catholic. But I do believe that God knew Pope John Paul II as a friend. I'm not going to say that all other religions aren't going to Heaven (although some "religious" people don't get

chrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15270657177103927618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6466552.post-1112279046219883502005-03-31T07:23:00.000-07:002005-03-31T07:24:06.220-07:00

It's been a fantabulous week so far. Work is going really well. We're almost ready to launch Phase 1 of our "Mission: Turn the Whole World into a Copier." Databases are being set up, materials are being prepared, etc...I also got my new laptop in! Although it's a Compaq, it's got a lot of the features that the competition couldn't offer me, at a better price. AMD Athlon XP-M 1.6 processor,

chrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15270657177103927618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6466552.post-1111528780976144782005-03-22T14:59:00.000-07:002005-03-22T14:59:40.976-07:00

Sorry no update recently. Jen and I just moved into our (almost) new house (we haven't closed yet). I have no cable, no internet, and, in fact, my computer is up at work until I get a laptop (which should be next week sometime).But I guess that's the big news - we got a house! Come see us!We also got new cell phone numbers...email me if you want it.

chrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15270657177103927618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6466552.post-1110944104722597042005-03-15T20:24:00.000-07:002005-03-16T07:49:01.526-07:00

Just a few quick updates:We're officially living in StillwaterWe're getting pre-approved for a house loan. It's an awesome house! Jen's uncle built it. 3 bedrooms, 2 bath, an office, 2 car garage, 10' ceilings. It'll be much better than living in the grandparents basement. Although they make us great meals!The job is going great. I'm doing tech support and installs for Jen's dad. He sells Canon

chrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15270657177103927618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6466552.post-1110065719039721692005-03-05T16:34:00.000-07:002005-03-05T16:50:35.946-07:00

Apple12" G4 Powerbook 1.33 GHz G4, 256 Mb RAM60 Gb Hard Drive1024x768 resolutionCD-RW / DVD-ROM10/100BASE-T EthernetFireWire 400Audio In/OutAirport ExtremeMini-DVI out2 USB portsMS Office installedStill under original warrantyBought less than 6 months ago$999.00 oboEmail me or call me @ 303.217.3381 or 405.372.8636.

chrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15270657177103927618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6466552.post-1109782801050150852005-03-02T09:51:00.000-07:002005-03-02T10:04:03.736-07:00

I've received a couple of inquiries on my Xanga blog as to whether or not Jen and I are in Oklahoma. I've also received a number of comments as to why I haven't updated my site recently. I can tell you the answer to both: Yes, we are back in Stillwater, as of Sunday morning and I've been moving across a few states. I apologize for any inconveniences to those of you who were downtrodden to see

chrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15270657177103927618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6466552.post-1108792947653540672005-02-17T21:18:00.000-07:002005-02-18T23:03:59.553-07:00

That's right, today is my birthday. Another year gone by, another to look forward to. Usually my wife is all about making "the day of" special (and she did), but she made the day before special to. The day before, she told me what my present was going to be: a new wireless keyboard and mouse. Okay, I'm admitting I'm a geek, but I've been wanting one of these things for a long time. I got one

chrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15270657177103927618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6466552.post-1108511270465382692005-02-15T16:36:00.000-07:002005-02-15T16:48:50.790-07:00

I recently joined The FaceBook (you can find people way too easily on there) and I noticed a strange and shocking phenomenon! The FaceBook allows you to post profile pics (as with a lot of other networking sites), but a lot, and I mean A LOT, of the profile pics are pictures with friends cut out of them. You can see one person, usually leaning one way, and then an arm or part of a face of

chrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15270657177103927618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6466552.post-1108065715176264762005-02-10T13:01:00.000-07:002005-02-10T13:02:05.300-07:00

I FELT THE BABY MOVE!!!

chrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15270657177103927618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6466552.post-1107494709652481522005-02-03T21:30:00.000-07:002005-02-03T22:35:17.853-07:00

Macs are known, by their own kind, for their ease of use and stylish design. However, non-Mac users (such as myself) sometimes find Macs difficult and tough to navigate (Where is the right-click?!). But here is one story that proves that Mac users are attempting to take over the PC world:Note: The story is completely true!I have a couple of friends--we'll call them James and J. James and J are

chrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15270657177103927618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6466552.post-1106885166613576872005-01-27T20:50:00.000-07:002005-01-27T21:10:07.556-07:00

This past week has been an interesting one spiritually. My wife has gone to OK, and so I think God is using this alone time to knock me over the head with some things.I’ve seen several different versions of Jesus this week. From the “You’re all going to Heeeeell!” Jesus, to the All-Up-In-Your-Face-With-Love Jesus, to the Jesus I thought I knew. This week God has made it into several media

chrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15270657177103927618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6466552.post-1106705556584222202005-01-25T19:08:00.000-07:002005-01-25T19:16:07.686-07:00

Jen and I recently went to a Denver Nuggets basketball game. Yeah, the Nuggets aren't that great, but neither are the Grizzlies, so it turned out to be a pretty good game. Jen was feeling good enough to get out for a couple hours and we had a great time. I was so glad that she got to get out and enjoy being a person again, rather than having to sit on the couch all day long.Here are a few pics

chrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15270657177103927618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6466552.post-1106184261706719372005-01-19T17:34:00.000-07:002005-01-19T18:35:23.313-07:00

Welcome back to Chris and Jenn dot net - The internet home of Chris and Jen Armstrong. This is my "Year In Preview" post. Enjoy. Jen and I went to the doctor today. We thought this would be the day that we found out if we were painting the room blue or pink. But alas, she is only 15 weeks, 5 days so it would be really tough to tell and might not be very accurate. We did get to hear the

chrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15270657177103927618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6466552.post-1105307269454628322005-01-09T14:34:00.000-07:002005-01-09T14:51:11.036-07:00

Exactly one year ago - January 9, 2004 - Jen and I were in Hawaii kayaking up the Wailua River to a beautiful waterfall. We were on our honeymoon for about a week in January and had the most wonderful time. I think it should be a law that everyone has to visit Hawaii before they die! Yeah, it's that awesome. The waterfall we hiked to: Jen and I swimming in the FREEZING water: Jen and I on

chrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15270657177103927618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6466552.post-1104689822254121612005-01-01T10:46:00.000-07:002005-01-02T11:21:14.666-07:00

Today marks the 365th day that Jen and I have been married -- crazy, I know. Looking back, it seems both longer and shorter than a year. Sometimes, it seems we've been married forever: getting on each other's nerves, staying home on the weekends and cleaning, and the friendship we have. Other times, it seems like we don't know each other at all: getting on each other's nerves, to occasional

chrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15270657177103927618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6466552.post-1102999564770321712004-12-13T21:46:00.000-07:002004-12-14T00:19:23.976-07:00

6 Court-Martialed for Scrounging EquipmentGranted Yahoo! isn't known for its hard-hitting news stories, it's our homepage in our break room at work and I always peruse the top headlines @ noon each day. I usually read at least one, usually two to three stories. This one caught my attention.Let it be noted that I am all for freeing the people of Iraq AND for bringing our troops home as quickly as

chrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15270657177103927618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6466552.post-1102486070008508812004-12-07T23:07:00.000-07:002004-12-08T22:10:02.553-07:00

ESPN.com - Jimmy V Classic - Oklahoma State (74) at Syracuse (60)(Video Highlights / Katz: Elder Statesmen)Although I'm over 700 miles away from my beloved, soon-to-be alma mater, I still love Oklahoma State. Yeah, classes were fine and homework was a drag; group projects always got in the way of sleeping, PS2, flag football, or IHOP. But I'll never forget the camaraderie with all of the fans

chrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15270657177103927618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6466552.post-1102206147450306912004-12-04T17:22:00.000-07:002004-12-13T21:48:22.160-07:00

Apparently it works in IE and Safari, but not Firefox. Click here to download it. What a pain...

chrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15270657177103927618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6466552.post-1101758222328605412004-12-01T20:52:00.000-07:002004-12-01T20:48:55.363-07:00

Well, today ends my 7 day adventure into the real world. I have been away from my computer going on 8 days (although it is ending now). While this is by no means some sort of record or feat, it is quite out-of-character for me to be away this long. What have I been doing, you ask. Thank you. Let's take a look. I had a wonderful Thanksgiving with my two families. I have a LOT to be thankful for

chrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15270657177103927618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6466552.post-1100748137025143442004-11-17T20:22:00.000-07:002004-11-17T20:22:17.026-07:00

Introducing the one and only Armstrong Design. Yes, the people that brought you Chris and Jenn dot net finally have their own site. We finally pushed them enough to publish their own stuff instead of riding of off ours. Check them out!

chrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15270657177103927618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6466552.post-1099778893999370742004-11-06T15:05:00.000-07:002004-11-06T15:11:46.306-07:00

Yeah, you guys thought that Oklahoma weather was funky - we got snow last week!!! It wasn't much, probably not even an inch. But it was still cold and wet. Enjoy:

chrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15270657177103927618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6466552.post-1099510972519694972004-11-03T13:38:00.000-07:002004-11-03T12:43:49.336-07:00

Just announced on Yahoo.com 10 minutes ago:Bush Re-elected; Kerry Concedes.Thoughts?

chrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15270657177103927618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6466552.post-1099171112718379162004-10-30T15:18:00.000-06:002004-10-30T15:58:06.033-06:00

WE'RE GOING TO HAVE A BABY!!!

chrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15270657177103927618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6466552.post-1098941873342463902004-10-28T01:32:00.000-06:002004-10-30T15:51:36.753-06:00

Just wanted to pass on a little OSU love (even though most of the media doesn't). Although I'm sure we're HUGE underdogs, I think the 'Boys have a chance to pull one out. But the key is the defense. It's been our weakness the past few weeks and it will either kill us or march us to victory. Let's hope they choose the latter! (also check out the nation's top running backs)RIDE, RIDE, RIDE, RIDE '

chrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15270657177103927618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6466552.post-1097812042753031882004-10-14T20:20:00.000-06:002004-10-14T21:48:34.226-06:00

From Psuedo Designer to Psuedo DeveloperIn the immortal words of the immortal Mase, "Welcome Back!"Things have been going pretty well lately. Jen is finally here to stay for more than a few weeks, I'm finally getting paid what I'm supposed to, and things are just falling into place. Jen hasn't been home in a couple weeks and won't go until Thanksgiving. I know it's pretty tough on her, but it's a

chrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15270657177103927618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6466552.post-1095217751969148462004-09-14T20:53:00.000-06:002004-09-14T21:09:11.970-06:00

He's Baaaaaack!Yeah, yeah. It's been a terribly long time. I apologize, but between a trip to Ireland, a move to the People's Republic of Boulder, finding and starting a new job, I haven't had a great deal of time to write.Things are going well in Boulder. This week I'm the Client Services Coordinator at HQ. I say this week because, I started out as temporary help, just filling in for a lady

chrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15270657177103927618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6466552.post-1090529056093643082004-07-22T14:19:00.000-06:002004-07-22T15:32:42.046-06:00

Typical OU FanThis is so great. A friend of mine sent this picture to me. She said that she took it a few months ago while riding around with friends.Ladies and Gentlemen, I present "Anything Helps": Just had to share it with you.one love.

chrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15270657177103927618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6466552.post-1088265129530687342004-06-26T09:37:00.000-06:002004-06-26T09:52:09.530-06:00

Movin' On UpWell, Jen and I are officially moving to Boulder, CO! I know what you're thinking, but they DO have the internet in CO. So you won't have to be without me for too long.We went up there this past weekend and found a place to dwell (assuming our rental application and check go through). It's great. We'll live in a four-plex with a balcony facing the mountains. Plus, we're only a

chrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15270657177103927618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6466552.post-1087507627496692432004-06-17T15:27:00.000-06:002004-06-17T15:27:07.496-06:00

Just a quick update...don't know if I'll put this on the homepage or not. But you guys HAVE to watch this!!!

chrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15270657177103927618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6466552.post-1086538748141834632004-06-06T10:16:00.000-06:002004-06-06T10:26:28.586-06:00

Minor Updates...The site has a somewhat new look to it. I didn't want to strip it down and start all over (as we all know I'm prone to doing). I just wanted it to flow better. It's mainly the h3 tags, but a man's gotta do what a man's gotta do. I'm still not in love with it. For example, the hr tags on the home page are under the titles. But on the blogs, the hr's are over the titles.

chrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15270657177103927618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6466552.post-1085007140843104142004-05-19T16:52:00.000-06:002004-05-19T16:52:20.843-06:00

An Exciting Start to SummerWell, it has been an interesting coupld of weeks.  I can't and choose not to delve into every nook and cranny of the excitement, but I can tell you that business is beginning to start moving in the right direction.  I have a contract lined up for my current boss.  Once I get the design down for that one, it should be fairly smooth sailing.My next one is the most

chrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15270657177103927618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6466552.post-1084307747733012022004-05-11T14:12:00.000-06:002004-05-11T14:35:47.733-06:00

Summertime...Well, it's officially summer. School is out, kids actually get to sleep in, but are usually up early, days get longer and the humidity is killer.I didn't really get the grades I wanted, but I don't really care right now. I've got bigger things to worry about--like getting to Ireland, being a better husband, and making money. Again, if you or anyone you know is getting married,

chrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15270657177103927618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6466552.post-1083969153635632512004-05-07T16:12:00.000-06:002004-05-07T16:37:59.000-06:00

Finals and the End of an EraI know, I know. It's alwasy tough to say goodbye. But sometimes, it's not that tough.I finished my last final today at 9 am. As I walked back to my car, I passed the library, the fountain, the Student Union and the Classroom Building. I thought, "I won't be here much anymore. I won't see this stuff on a regular basis." I'll never have to sit in another classroom

chrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15270657177103927618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6466552.post-1083336724206411292004-04-30T08:40:00.000-06:002004-04-30T08:56:22.170-06:00

Almost OverIn less than an hour I will be attending my last class as an undergrad. It's almost sad. If I wasn't thrilled at the fact that I never have to go to class again (pause) I might just cry!Honestly, I was and still am beginning to think that school is just a waste of time and money. I hear arguments for both. Professors tell you to go to school and class, but then say that if you go

chrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15270657177103927618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6466552.post-1083087803903810452004-04-27T11:35:00.000-06:002004-04-27T11:47:38.013-06:00

Holy CrapWell, the weekend from Hell is over. Both papers are turned in, both presentations are over. I must say that we nailed the first one; the second was sketchy. My goal this semester was to not step foot in the library. I think I was there more these past weeks than I have been my whole college career. But it's finished. I have 4 finals (which I'm not worried about), 1 homework

chrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15270657177103927618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6466552.post-1082758466866018992004-04-23T16:08:00.000-06:002004-04-23T16:18:36.153-06:00

Busy WeekendCurrent Music -- "Lola" by The KinksOkay, the site is about finished. I believe that I have the CSS working. There are probably some unneeded parts, but better too much than not enough. I just have to make the pictures, design, and links pages. I'm thinking about adding a Gallery/Works of Art type page where Jen and I can display some of our favorite books, painting, etc. She

chrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15270657177103927618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6466552.post-1082660113550292462004-04-22T12:53:00.000-06:002004-04-22T14:35:52.060-06:00

This is the first post of the CSS/Blogger.com eraWell, I think most everything is a go. I still need to do Jen's blog (which is cut and paste for the template), but the archiving isn't working. I'm hoping by publishing this one, it'll fix itself. Cross your fingers everyone!!!

chrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15270657177103927618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6466552.post-1082583824185382912004-04-21T15:30:00.000-06:002004-04-22T14:06:52.763-06:00

The Trials and Tribulations of a CSS newbieOkay, the CSS is about finished. I have to do just some minor cosmetic things with pictures and whatnot (which will probably take me the better part of my workday) and then all I have to do is write the HTML code and I'm done. Actually, that's not true. I need to make a place to store my photos and designs. Maybe I'll combine the two. Maybe not.On a

chrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15270657177103927618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6466552.post-1082404801935057782004-04-19T13:50:00.000-06:002004-04-23T16:28:25.140-06:00

Business and heartacheYeah, I'm still not very good and coming up with deep, introspective titles.I've got so much stuff to do and very little time to do it. I've got Philosophy homework (which sounds fairly interesting, but isn't), two group projects due next week, presentations over those projects in the next week, I'm working off and on on 4 websites Stillwater-Weddings.com,

chrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15270657177103927618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6466552.post-1081995006063235472004-04-14T20:01:00.000-06:002004-04-22T14:08:42.233-06:00

Learning Curve of a self-taught poetMan, web design is hard. Trying to keep up with all the new technology is damn near impossible (Yes, I just cursed. Mom and Dad, I'm sorry, but you'll have to get over it). I'm pretty frustrated because I feel like the world is moving toward CSS and Flash and I know neither. I am trying to learn CSS, but I don't understand div's yet. I'm actually starting

chrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15270657177103927618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6466552.post-1081396981263654722004-04-07T21:57:00.000-06:002004-04-22T14:09:11.170-06:00

New Design and a new businessWow, two updates in a couple of days!!! How can this be?!Hopefully, I make it a habit.Well, I started on the new design, and it's going to be a little harder than I thought. I just need to learn Flash and make it like a cartoon version of my house and...well, you don't really know what the design is anyway.Anyway, I'm starting another business. Haven't come up with

chrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15270657177103927618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6466552.post-1081299870431666862004-04-06T18:58:00.000-06:002004-04-22T14:13:08.373-06:00

Update...I know, I knowMan, I know it's been a while, but I've been pretty busy...I kind of had a let-down today. My boss, Carole, comes down to talk to us about our summer schedules. It's always a touchy subject, because there are three guys working and only 54 hours to work...seeing as how I need as many as possible, that doesn't leave a lot for the others. But that's not the let downThe

chrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15270657177103927618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6466552.post-1078789768862823842004-03-08T16:45:00.000-07:002004-04-22T14:12:24.670-06:00

The new site is up!!! 'Bout time...Man, this seems like it's been a long time coming. And you know what...I'm already tired of it. I just don't like the black and white thing. It just doesn't seem like us. I'll see what I can do to add some color.Not a lot to update. We need money. Jen and I were asked (yes, that's ASKED!) by Brad Riley (that's right, Brad Riley asked us!) to go to Ireland

chrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15270657177103927618noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6466552.post-1078186431368861762004-03-01T17:13:00.003-07:002004-04-22T14:12:44.763-06:00

Beliefs. Why do we believe what we believe? Regardless of what you believe, you have reasons for them. Right? Well, it seems you should. Otherwise beliefs have no basis. Let me explain--I go into the computer lab during my break. Usually, I am one of those antisocial types who likes at least a one computer "buffer zone." However, a third of the lab was closed b/c of a class and I was forced to

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