I am Justin Tadlock.

I am also a writer. A front-end developer. A gardener. A small-town Alabama kid just trying to figure out whatever it is that that folks are supposed to figure out on this journey. Welcome to my little home on the web.

Serenity

I definitely have a reason to write tonight. I just got through watching one of the most amazing movies I’ve ever seen in the theater: SERENITY. Joss Whedon pulls off a masterpiece in this follow-up to his short-lived series Firefly. From every syllable uttered to every camera angle, the crew … Continue reading →

A Little Post For September

It’s been a long few weeks.And let me emphasize LONG.Two weeks ago I had 2 papers and a presentation. (Although the presentation wasn’t graded)The next week I had 2 more papers due.And now, just Wednesday, I had a wisdom tooth cut out (stitches are to be taken out next Wednesday) … Continue reading →

Kerry

Hey! This is a post for you. Okay, that’s about all I’ve got to say. I’m still half asleep. I’ve been up writing 2 essays all night. I’ve done a little more work on the Alabama Toddler Literacy Page. Go check that out. Oh yeah, you can leave a comment … Continue reading →

An August Post

Yes, I’ve been a bit lazy about posting lately, but with some justification. School has left me tired and delirious most of the time. I haven’t had much time for anything else. A lot has been going on. But, mostly my days consist of: school, work, study (with an added … Continue reading →

Days 9 & 10 - Lazy & Tired

I had a slight problem with the internet last night. It wasn’t working! So, I couldn’t write on my progress, and I had a lot to say. Unfortunately, I just about forgot it all. Day 9Basically, it was a lazy day. I only gave, roughly, 60% - 70%. I finished … Continue reading →

Day 8 - The Bad Day Rule

Day eight. Such a magical day. Well, it should be. But, it was one of the toughest days yet. After putting in 5 grueling hours of yardwork and about a gallon-and-a-half of water, I headed home. I ate a peach and 2 pieces of string cheese. Then I headed off … Continue reading →

Einstein, Yardwork, & ALLTEL

I came upon a nice little set of quotes on a website that I came across today. "If A is success in life, then A equals x plus y plus z. Work is x; y is play; and z is keeping your mouth shut." “A man’s ethical behavior should be … Continue reading →

Day 7 - The First Milestone

I finished up my 7th day! That’s the first big milestone. Now, I have only 77 days left to go! I completed my first EDT cardio workout today. I finished up the 3 miles in 44 minutes and 17 seconds. I done the first half mile in 22 min and … Continue reading →

Gin & Tonic

I just finished up my first bartending gig! It actually wasn’t so bad. Most of the drinks were pretty basic. I had the Gin & Tonic, Bourbon & Coke or Water, Vodka & Tonic, Scotch & Coke or Water, and a few other simple things. Overall, it was pretty fun. … Continue reading →

Day 6 - My First Big Hump

Another day gone by, with another workout. I had to do the cardio with intervals today. I ran 1 interval, rested 30 seconds. Then I ran the second, and on the jog back I turned my ankle just as I was slowing down. I wasn’t sure how serious it was, … Continue reading →