I’ve been a just a little preoccupied, and I didn’t realize that I was making a historic journey to El Paso. See, El Paso is home to UTEP (yew-TEP), or, to some, the University of Texas El Paso. The previous name? Texas Western? Think about it… it’s the subject of the Friday release of Glory Road, which, if one hasn’t been subjected to the media onslaught, one must be living under rock. Which I wish I was. I had, at one time, inside information about the film, at least, the portion of the film that was shot in El Paso, where the story takes place. Therefore, I have a lot of hope that the film will be well-received. Then again, I’m unsure that I want my private paradise location discovered.
Oh, to be sure, El Paso, Texas is no paradise to some. Abandoned by Texas, not cool enough to be New Mexico, and merely an illegal stepchild to Ciudad Juarez, El Paso is town with a long history of military presence.
No kidding. First called “El Paseo del Notre,” and established as a vital link on the overland route to Sante Fe, I think. White Sands (missiles) Roswell (rockets), and El Paso’s Ft. Bliss (land – sand). The guy Ft. Bliss is named for? Never served there, if my memory is correct. It’s weird place, but I like it.
This is a short trip for me, long enough to see clients and the Leo group. Other than that? Not much on the horizon.
But with that movie opening, I probably picked a bad time to head out there.
Coffee notes via MSN’s Slate:
Long explanation about the code and pricing.
Net news?
It’s a piece about legislation that’s passed, and I’m not sure I understand the wording of the law.
Customer Service Survey:
Last time I did a “customer service survey,” the results were largely weighted towards my own, personal tastes. I got a piece in the regular mail from my “rail service provider” because I am a frequent flyer – can I use such a term for a train? I was on board a train, commuting back from San Antonio one morning, and there was an hour delay while a freight hauler did something with the rail lines. I didn’t bother with the news. I thought about hopping off the train, but I settled in with a book and an iPod instead. my long years of travel experience indicate that there will always be delays – be prepared.
Filling out the survey made me realize how out-of-touch I am with what the paying public wants. Longer video? Shorter video? More talk? More music? More what? Less what?
Pirates!
Pirates vs Ninjas! Aargh.
