Saturday, January 28, 2006

Google ads

Take a look at the last three Blog entries. Notice the same type of ads? Boring? your right. you would think Google could be more creative. Probably spending too much time in China. And compromising their free speech Blog, search engine, etc in China.

Theater in San Francisco

Guess what I heard? Our friend, 3$bill went to the Theater with a Hollywood Celeberity. can you beleive that............? And then went to a private party afterwards with other ZCeleberties and their "boyfriends". Wow, 3$bill is really on the "in" circle. Not sure what the 300 lb short type Celeberity sees in 3$bill. Better yet, what does 3$bill see in the Hollywood person. What a Mess !!

Of course, 3$bill would be beter off spending his time creating a Blog to help his fellow man and those with Aids. And not groping at 17 yr. old boyfriends of these Holloywood perople.

Really must get out in the rain. Could be busy in the Cab tonight. I'm sure I'll have interesting stories for tomorrow..........

Washington DC

didn't realize how long it's been since my last writing. Even 3$bill made mention to me. Guess he wants to see his name in print.

Had another one of my Washington DC clients in town last week. His wife as well... Took her to Mission Dolores. I really need to visit myself. Here I am, a Native San Franciscian and have never been to the Misssion. When I saw her later in the day, she mentioned a resturant she visited for Lunch. The Limon located on Valencia at 16th. This is a Peruvian Fusion place. She simply raved about the food. Great to know

Anyhow, had her husband all day - going from part of the Bay area to another. He is involved in Political Stratagies. So I took the opportunity to find out about the upcoming Presidential election. Not to early to start listening about the future of the gvoernemnt. He is personal friends of the Governor of Iowa. And will be a potential front runner. Now we have the Governor of New Mexicao and Iowa. Don't forget Hillary !! Now the Democrats have a least three. And the Republicans have John McCain. You heard about him in one of myh prior writings.

Off to work.

Monday, January 16, 2006

Las Vegas Poro Convention

Well, since I have some time on my hands before my next pick-up, I'll tell you about my Wireless Specialists who used to head up the team at the VERY large Software Company.

I had taken him to the Oakland Airport for his adventure at the Consumer Electronics show in Las Vegas. Was to have pck him up at Oakland Sunday morning at 11:00am. So I waited and wited at Oakland. Not my favorite Airport. No call. So I called him to see if he was deboarding the plane yet. only to hear a voice of sleepiness. you right, he was still in Bed at his Hotel in Las Vegas. Had missed his flight and all.

Later, I found out, he had skipped part of the Electronics show and proceeded over to the Porn Star Convention. He had lost complete self-controlled. And was totally mesmerized by all the Stars. I assume he was glaring at the Female Stars? Of course, he was !!! Who would want to look at the Males. Oops, forgot 3$bill would. and of course, 3$bill would definately loose control and start "hitting" on them. We all would know the results, wouldn't we.

Yes, our professional consultant got lucky ( I hear) and made himself available for drinks and the ladies. My my, how we all loose ourselves with the fantasies of the Porn Stars.

Somewhat "Hung-over" he finally made it home late that night. What a costly prior evening.

Washington DC "Scoop"

Got some inside information from my DC/SF Client. Yes, he lives here and there. Has an Institute associated with one of the largest Unions. And since the Union supports and funds allot of the Politicians, he always has some "Scoop". Although, he personally hates the political arena and all that goes on in DC, he does hear interesting speculation.

On the Republican side for President is a front runner.....John McCain. Although his a Right Winger, he comes accross as a moderate Right due to his Campaign reform. However, he does have a "temper" issue, simular to the former Presidental Democratic from vermont. Hummm, how soon I forget his name.

On the Democratic side, seems as though everyone is in the "Soup". Hillary Clinton is one of those in the Soup. And she has lots of money!! The other person is the Governor of New Mexico. A person who attends NRA meetings. As we all know, the Democrats need a Southern person.

Well, there you have it. Horrah for Hillary !! Let's all encourage her, including you 3$bill.

Argentina/ Uruguay

Hello everyone,

Have a new Client as of a month ago. He is truely a wonderful young man. lots of spirit and adventure. And I sincerely enjoy our conversations when I take him back and forth from SFO.

He works for one of those large consulting companys who contacts with one of those VERY large Software companies. And that is where he goes every week. Met his girlfriend the other night when I arrived at his home to take him to SFO. And she works for a VERY large Search engine company. Not sure how he deserves her.......just kidding. She is very attractive and friendly.

He had just returned from a vacation in Argentina and Uruguay. Had been gone for about three weeks. Got most of the details of his adventures in South America. He and friends had trekked over major cities of both countries. What an adventure. Now he's talking about going back. Amazing. I personally thinks it great that he takes the time to travel now. wish i had done the same when I was young. Rather than in the next few years. Although, I have done some remote traveling in the past. But plan to do allot more in the next few years. Anyhow, seems as though our young man may eventually leave the consulting business and travel extensively thoughout the world. I certainly wish him well. And would encourage him to do so.

Oh, what about 3$bill? Well, he's been laying low lately. Probably working on his own Blog site. As soon as he gets it done...I'll let everyone know. That Blog site will definately make a difference in people's lives. Let's ALL encourage him.

In the meantime, I heard that he has a date with a Hollywood celeberity !! Can you imagine. I hear the guy is a "hefty-hefty beefy type. Didn't realize 3$bill was into that type of person. Well, aleast he'll leave me alone for while.

Tomorrow, I'll tell you what happened to one of the lead consultants that helped me with this Blog site.............very "juicy" !!

Tuesday, January 10, 2006

San Francisco Airport "Taxicab Starters"

These people are the most useless group of workers at SFO. And totally incompetent !!

The Starters are the individuals who wear the green jackets that you see at each Terminal controlling the movement of Cabs at curbsde pick-up. All they do is keep the Cabs moving from Terminal to Terminal to pick-up customers. And even at that, they still can't quite get the flow done properly.

There are about 150 cabs at any given time in a pool below the parking garage. As needed, they are brought out to the terminals. Yet, they have no idea, after all these years, as how many to bring up to avoid a back-up of customers.

Here's an example. Tuesday started the MacWorld convention at the Mascone Convention center. Now, they know that the morning in bound Airlines (Monday morning) would be packed with customers wanting Cabs to SF. Rather than planning ahead and getting additional cabs out of the lot, they wait till the crowds start showing up for Cabs. Now, totally out of control there ends up lines of people of about 75 waiting on cabs to comeout of the garage lot. And we are the ones who the customers complain about "lack of cabs" Yet, in the garage there are at least 150 cabs wanting to get going.............

Not sure who trains the Starters. But it is very apparent that no one does. These people just show up for work and collect paychecks. And we are the ones who work with high lease costs. No guaranteed income.

Oh, picked-up 3$bill today. What a mess!!

Friday, January 06, 2006

Start-up Business

As I mentioned the other day, I have a new Client. He was referred to me by one of my regulars. He called me Monday around 5am as I was leaving SFO from dropping a Client. he said his Car Service did not show up for the third time. Could I come to Belmont. So I put the car on "Jets" and took off South on 101. Retried the client from up in the Hills of Belmont. Of course, he Coaching me along the way as to where he lives. Could have never found his address on my own.

Anyhow, he returned the other day to SFO. I met him and took him back to Belmont. He explained that he had had a Sedan Service for about nine months. Owned by a Russian person. And that Monday was the third time the driver had not shown. He had even called the Compnay Sunday evening and left a message to remind them of his pick-up time. He further explained that when his Secretary called up to cancel the service for future, that he didn't even apologize. Other than ok. can you imagine how some people run their businesses.

BC (Client) is a CFO with a startup technology Company based in Seattle. And has been in Business for about 5 years. Now up for Sale. Not sure what this Company does exactly, but I will find out Monday morning. More to follow

Oh, GW sent me an e-mail about DA. And said " he's the most cranky, quick witted person I've known. Also, he's a sweeheart-of-a-guy (when he's not cranky, that is) So there you have it !

And keep your hands off.3$bill !!

Wednesday, January 04, 2006

My Cab driver friend

Have been off for a few days. But did hear from my YC friends partner. Don't understand how he deserves her. She is simply a wonderful, funny person who makes great cookies from scratch. Of course, none this year. just because he had quadruple bypass surgery. She doesn't want him to have any fatty food. Well, that's ok for him. What about me GW?

Oh, he is an ok person. I've known him for over 15 years and have helped one another out in both our Cab Businesses. And is quite a golfer. Guess what? He's back smoking cig's. Can you just imagine...........bypass surgery and all. He also helps me pick-up 3$Bill now and then. Although I guess he doesn't appeal the 3$bill as I never heard any comments from either one of them. Probably just as good. Now let's see if GW e-mails me asking questions about 3$bill.

Oh yes, 3$bill is around. He's been pestering me all day via e-mail. Saying the next time I have someone in my Cab that is "horney" to bring them to his home. He'll pay them. Can you imagine? He's really getting desperate !! Just wait, that day will come. I may just set it up for FUN.....to see his reaction.

Have to leave. Going to SFO to pickup a new Client. This one is interesting. Will get more information tonight and pass along to you tomorrow.

Monday, January 02, 2006

The Great New Year's evening

What a night !! And Thank Goodness NO rain. Sure made driving much easier and safer, at least for some of us. The locals all seem to know the streets well. It's the out of town people who get confused. And that's where the accidents and near misses occur. Along with those who still seem to think they can drink alcoholic beverages and drive.

Had a real busy evening taking people from bar to bar and party to party. Resturants, of course too. Along he way, the smart thinking people will be asking for your business card hoping they can get you to come back. And those are the ones that tipped very well knowing that it would take to get you to come back. Of course, it worked for me.

And as the evening went on, people became louder and louder. Wanting more festive music, other than my Classical. So I accomodate their desires, so long as it was not Rap...which I cannot stand.

Someplace along the way, I looked into the back seat. The floor was starting to get covered with seiuquins. (not sure of the spelling - but you know what I mean). Along with a few plastic glasses, etc.

I made only one mistake of the evening. I pick-up one male and three females going to the Richmnd District. 42nd and Anza. At the time, they all seemed to be ok. Wrong! After they got in, I realized the male was drunk. By the time I got the the destination, he had passed out. The two females seemed ok. I guess they were his dates? As they had no idea where they were. I had told him in the beginning of the trip it would be about 30.00. He replied "no probelm" well it was!! He had only $11.00. So, I told him I was actually at the wrong streets. And explained I would take him to the correct intersection. He was so drunk that he had no idea I was actually at 42nd and Anza. So I proceeded over to California and Arguello where I told him and the two females that they were at the correct address. They all got out. With them having no money to take another cab, if they could find one, it would be one long walk. As I turned around I rolled the window down and said "Happy New Year" Have a nice walk home !!

I learned my lesson well for the remainder of the evening. Money up front !! And better have both your feet planted firmly on the ground....or you will not get in.

At about 3:30am I stopped at O'Farrell and Polk to get a sandwich. When I came out, they was a man about my age with shorts on and a light jacket asking if I could take him Berkeley. He seemed ok. Probably starting to sober-up. So I told him I need 50.00 up front. He got in and gave me 50.00. Off we went. All he kept saying was "nice car, nice music". Over and over, again. So I finally asked him what he did for a living. He told me that he was an Anouncer for the World Wrestling Federation when he was not drunk. Amazing!! Anyhow, got him home and back to SF for a few more rides.

Got off the Bay Bridge and proceeded up Harrison. Flags all over the place. So I say one lone individual around 9th Sts. One is certainly better than a large group. Not so, in this case. He got in and asked to go to 14th and Noe. Wish I had taken the groups instead. Too bad 3$ Bill wasn't driving!! this one would have been perfect for him. On the way up Market, he said he was very "horney" Here we go...........I kinda new what was coming next. just from experience. He too, was starting to sober up. He next words were "Can I give you a head job" My answer was NO!
He persisted. Finally, I said it would costs him $200.00. He came back with I have 25.00 left. Would that be ok. Sorry, I said. it would not be. By that time I was at 14th and Noe. Yet, he continued. So I got out of the car, I went around and opened his door. Told him he had better get out FAST or I would drag his sorry ass out in the middle of the street. And plan to pay me Know. Which he did. Never ceases to amaze me how daring people get when they have a few drinks in themselves.

Overall, very profitable evening. And lot's of FUN. Happy New Year to everyone!!