Chris Mar's Weblog Blog Different

Friday May 20, 2005

Last night, I finally graduated with my Masters in Computer Science from George Mason University. I say finally because I've been working on this degree for 6 years. Working full time, going to school at night and taking one class a semester really drags out the time it takes to complete your course work. Add that on top of having to take a few undergraduate courses since my bachalors degree is in Electricial Engineering. I knew it was something I wanted to do, didn't realize the amount of work that would be involved, but I can say that when i walked across the stage last night I got a little choked up.

Monday Mar 14, 2005

I was able to use the Sun Perks in 2 different stores this weekend. With a grand total savings of $68.00! First, I went to Franklin Covey to get a new binder. I just told the guy I worked for Sun Microsystems, and he gave me 20% off the purchase. I decided to go with a non-leather binder, after beating up my leather one so bad. Next up was Sharper Image. I used the http://sun.corporateperks.com to print out coupons that gave you $30 off of $150 at Sharper Image (in store or online). My wife and I went in and bought 2 of the new Bright as Day reading lamps. We didn't want to run into issues of who could use the reading lamp, so we, of course, had to get two. The lamps are great and they seem to live up to their claims of less strain on your eyes, less glare, and a more pleasent reading experience. Thats a grand total of $68.00 savings thanks to Sun Perks!