input stringlengths 93 39k | output stringlengths 1 117 |
|---|---|
From astrology.com (must I beware of overindulgence in such websites?)
I like the part about charm and charisma and think it is very true.
Sagittarius and Sagittarius When two Sagittarians join together in a love match, the truth-loving natures makes theirs a near perfect relationship.
This couple views the world around them with an educated eye and both share an intense hunger for more knowledge.
They will engage one another in pleasant conversation and banter that challenges and tickles the mind.
An occasional hotheaded dispute can erupt in the Sagittarius-Sagittarius relationship, when one fact-fanatic Sag partner carries things a little too far.
Easygoing and independent, these two are compatible when it comes to balancing personal interests.
They've never known jealousy, and each partner keeps busy with personal projects when not with their lover.
When they are together, however, they do all they can toward pleasing their partner and satiating common interests.
Although they are adaptable and modern, they can, at times, fly off the handle.
However, it is not in the Archer's nature to hold a grudge or let disagreements fester very long.
Sagittarius is ruled by the Planet Jupiter (Luck).
Expansion is the key word here; as both partners enjoy the acquisition of knowledge, they will carry over exciting ideas into their relationship.
They must be mindful of over-indulgences, as such gluttony will only distract them.
Their charm and charisma make them a very pleasant couple not only to one another, but the entire crowd.
| hooked on astrology |
I just received a call from Nancy Bagot informing me that FERC has issued a draft order suspending our proposed Transport Options tariff sheets until May 1, 2001 and accepting them subject to the outcome of a technical conference.
The technical conference is to take place within 120 days of the order and will address issues raised in protests.
I should be receiving a copy of the draft order soon.
Please call or e-mail me if you have questions.
| Order on TW Options |
Does anyone know this person or his organization?
Is this something our membership might be interested in?
Frankly I have been too busy to think about this -- if you have any comments let's talk.
| 24th IAEE International Conference |
For your information.
The outcome was great for TW because the Cal.
PUC adopted our receipt point proposal, eliminating the danger of mandated restriction of TW's deliveries to the California border.
The outcome is not so great for Enron overall because they rejected our proposed settlement.
The receipt point proposal was able to survive since it was part of both of the competing settlements.
I'm still trying to get thru the whole order; let me know if you have questions.
S.
| Cal. GIR |
Remember we need to make a filing for our BP Energy deal, which becomes effective Dec. 1.
(Mary, I think you and I talked about this several weeks ago).
The contract simply includes a right of first refusal for BP Energy.
The contract is such that the shipper would not have been entitled to a ROFR under our tariff, which is why it's a material deviation.
The filing will simply need to reference a tariff sheet on which the contract provision is described.
Let me know if you need anything (a copy of the contract, for instance).
I have a conf.
call from 2 to 3 but otherwise should be available if you want to give me a call.
| Material deviation filing |
Maria and Drew, this is a long-winded e-mail but please bear with me...
The problem: As you probably remember, several months ago several of us met to discuss the following language in the ROFR portion of Transwestern's tariff: "if the rate bid exceeds the maximum tariff rate, then the rate will be considered to be the maximum tariff rate," and the additional frustrating language "[a]ll available capacity shall be allocated under these procedures .
.
.." At our last meeting, we concluded that probably the best way to ensure that TW could capture the true value of the capacity would be to link the negotiated rate to index prices.
However, since this usually involves an unacceptable amount of risk to both the shipper and TW, the marketers haven't done any index-based rates and have no current plans to enter into any such deals.
I have been asked by the Commercial Group to revisit this issue and to think of other ways we could increase our ability to charge more than the maximum rate.
Ideally they would like to eliminate the language I've quoted above.
However, my research has indicated that absent our 1) bringing about radical change in the way FERC thinks about recourse rates or 2) showing that TW lacks market power, we are probably stuck with this language.
Why the problem exists (you may already know): Steve Stojic and I did some looking into why the language is in our tariff in the first place.
In the Alternative Rates Policy Statement (RM95-6-000), the Commission explained that it is willing to entertain individual requests for negotiated rates, but only where customers retain the ability to choose a cost-of-service based tariff rates.
"[T]he availability of a recourse service would prevent pipelines from exercising market power by assuring that the customer can fall back to cost-based, traditional service if the pipeline unilaterally demands excessive prices or withholds service.
Thus, the recourse rate mitigates market power."
The Commission went on to confirmed that under ROFR provisions the highest rate that an existing shipper must match if it wishes to continue its transportation arrangement is the maximum tariff rate.
This policy is clearly not limited to ROFR situations: when capacity is constrained, a shipper willing to pay only the recourse rate cannot lose access to capacity merely because someone else is willing to pay a negotiated rate.
"When there are more requests for capacity than there is capacity available, then the pipeline must allocate capacity among those shippers willing to pay either the negotiated rate or the maximum recourse rate, for example on a pro rata basis if required by its tariff."
The example cited by the Commission: If a pipeline has 100 Dth/d available and two shippers request that capacity, one who is willing to pay no more than the recourse rate of $5 and another a negotiated rate of $6, then each would be allocated 50 Dth/d on a pro rata basis (assuming the tariff provided for pro rata allocation and not some other allocation method such as lottery).
When TW filed for authority to charge negotiated rates, it voluntarily added the statement that "if the rate bid exceeds the maximum tariff rate, then the rate will be considered to be the maximum tariff rate."
Presumably we had concluded that we needed to add this recourse rate related provision in order to receive negotiated rate authority.
Solutions??
I would like to know whether you concur that changing our tariff language outright is probably out of the question.
I feel as if I've really been chasing my tail here.
I have owed Lindy an answer for some time now.
But I keep coming back to our having to prove lack of market power (which, Drew, is where I believe you were headed when we talked about this in mid-October).
Steve Harris has asked whether we can just start small and remove the recourse rate cap as to only a portion of our system.
I think we would still have to show lack of market power in order to do this.
Do you agree?
Stojic warns that proving lack of market power is a lengthy and expensive proposition.
Might be worth it to us, though.
Another idea is to somehow provide shippers with an incentive to pay more than max rate.
After all, we do have authority to charge negotiated rates.
We've seen one instance in which one of our marketers was able to get more than max rates for IT space based on good customer relations alone.
However, despite our wonderful relationships with most of our customers, it's unlikely we can pull this off with any consistency.
We wondered whether we might be able to get more than max rates in the context of an auction procedure.
But I just am not convinced we could get around the Commission's requirement that recourse rates be available.
That requirement has not changed.
Have either of you seen anything to the contrary?
I would like to meet with you two, plus several others I have in mind, to discuss this, preferably early this week (Tues. or Wed.), but would like to discuss briefly with you first.
Please call me so we can talk for a few minutes.
Thanks.
| Recourse rate dilemma: the sequel |
Hi Ashley!
A couple of things.
First of all, my new renter, Doug, wonders whether he can just call the utilities & phone and transfer from his name to yours (rather than you cancelling and him having to pay any re-hookup fees that may apply).
I don't know how it would work; maybe he could conference you in when he makes the calls.
For what it is worth, he is a very nice guy to deal with, but it is totally up to you and I really don't care one way or the other.
Also, I'm having someone come clean the place so you needn't worry about it, in case you were wondering.
I will take care of it (it looks pretty clean anyway!).
Please let me know your new address and I will send you your deposit refund next week.
Merci!
Susan
| apt. |
Doug, Ashley's e-mail address is in the cc line if you want to get in touch with her.
I hadn't thought that she might have had to put down a refundable deposit (rather than a hookup fee) for some of the utilities so logistically switching to your name might not be worthwhile, but it may be worth asking.
Remember I have water covered.
Call or e-mail if you have questions!
| utilities for 815 1/2 Cortlandt |
Received your message.
Do we want to file a response to PNM's protest?
It basically contains the same arguments they launched at our 637 filing, and we did not file an answer to that.
| your message |
Can we get together tomorrow to discuss the market based rates issues I raised last week?
If you can do it tomorrow, let me know what times you are not available and I'll schedule something around them.
Thanks.
| TW market based rates |
Lillian, please see the attached authorization memo.
It is still in draft form, but since time is of the essence, Geneva advised me to forward it to you now so that you could start working on it.
We would like to have the new company formed today if possible.
I will let you know if I make any changes to the attached.
In the meantime, please do not hesitate to call if you have questions.
Susan Scott x30596
| ETS Newco |
Hey guys, Just wanted to let you know that Kori Loibl has offered up her apartment as a Pre-party spot.
The financial desk will be there as well as Purvi & her boyfriend and Mo "the bomb" Sanchez and her fianc,e John.
Don't know if you guys have any interest, but the offer's open.
Either way, we'll have to find someplace extend the festivities after the X-mas party shuts down...(the Black Swan, Eu-grope-a, etc).
Susan
| Christmas Party |
Dan, I am currently sitting in the Coal group's old area on 32.
While dealing with some computer issues Friday, I came across an expandable file full of Coal related documents buried beneath my desk.
The documents and contracts seem pretty old, which is why I assume no one has missed them.
Still, I wanted to contact you to see if you would like me to run them down rather than simply discard them.
If you could email or call me at x31455 and let me know what I should do with them I would appreciate it (as you know space is limited up here).
Thanks,
| CSX Coal Documents |
Also Larry, there was a confirm that came in for you Friday with Amerex: They show you Buying a 1/day BOM (12/2-12/31) HeHub Gas Daily $7.00 Call Option at $0.26.
The counterparty was Cinergy...Let me know if this is a good trade and we'll get it loaded into the system.
Thanks,
| GDOpt&Swap and P&L |
Also, there was a confirm that came in Friday with Amerex for you Buying 1/day BOM (12/2-12/31) HeHub Gas Daily $7.00 Call Option at $0.26.
The counterparty was Cinergy...Let me know if this is a good trade and we'll get it loaded into the system.
Thanks,
| Trading Files and P&L |
The apartment complex needs for you to fax them a statement saying you are no longer living in our apartment and they need it by tomorrow morning.
If I don't here from you via email/msngr by the end of tonight I'm going to forge one and fax it to them.
Actually, I can do that regardless if you don't mind.
Just drop me a line and let me know what works for you.
Hope things are going well.
I actually worked 21 straight hours the other day/night (7:45 am Tuesday until 4:45 am Wednesday)...I think this constitutes cruel and unusual punishment.
| Apartment Lease |
Well, how does it feel to be back?
I'm sure, even though our fair city can't compete with London for history and culture, there are a few things you've missed about this place.
Hope the flight back was good and I'm sure I'll be seeing you around.
Susan
| Deep in the heart of Texas.... |
If you could run the same valuation for Deal #'s QC1431.1 and QC1431.2 using Post-id 956785, we could verify that they changes you've made correctly value the basis offset whether a deal index flat or index +/- .
Call me if you have any questions.
Thanks,
| Fwrd-Start Options |
Okay...My itinerary is as follows: Arriving in San Diego 2:20 am Friday night (I'll need your new address for the cab) and departing Sunday at 6:15 pm.
If you just want to leave the key under the mat that would be perfect for me...I'll probably crash immediately anyway.
I am so excited to be coming out there - - I really need a break from Houston...not to mention work.
The Gas Lamp district Saturday night sounds like fun and I would love to meet your friends.
Also, please don't feel like you have to plan the whole weekend, I have no problem going with the flow.
See you in a couple of weeks, Susan
| We have a go.... |
I found the picture from Tin Hall the other night and that guy at Whataburger was definitely one of the "cute cowboys."
How weird is that?
Anyway, hope you're flight home and immediate transition to the classroom went smoothly.
I guess I'll be seeing you in about two weeks and by that time, hopefully, I'll know more about my London prospects.
Susan
| FYI |
I'd told my theory to my friend Linda, who wanted to be a social scientist and was always coming up with theories herself.
I'd concluded that breasts were to sex what pillows were to sleep.
"Guys might think they want a pillow, but they'll sleep just as well without one."
She'd said, "Guys will sleep anywhere if they're really tired."
| Excerpt from new book |
Hi Mum!
Well, I mustered the courage to start my bathroom painting project yesterday.
I chose a medium blue that looks very nice.
Guess who helped me?
Bill!
He got pretty enthusiastic with that roller.
So we were able to knock it out in about 3 hours.
There was a lot of woodwork to tape off.
Tonight I will finish the tub area, which needed some repair/caulking/spackling.
Now I am anxious to do the bedroom, but probably will not get to it until next month.
Maybe you will be able to help me decide on a color when you are here this weekend.
I'm torn between "Happy Yellow" and a lighter version of the blue I used in the bathroom.
If I decide to paint any of the downstairs, I believe I will entrust that work to the professionals.
Got 4 tickets to the dance performance.
Since Bill seems to genuinely enjoy dance, I invited him.
So that leaves us with one ticket.
If you would like to invite someone, just let me know; otherwise maybe one of my friends around here will join us.
Hope your weekend project was a success.
Talk to you soon!
Love,
| happy Monday |
It was very small and petty of me, but I couldn't resist.
Start with the last message and work your way up to get the full story.
Good luck studying, Susan
| The victory is small but substantial |
Well, given the impressive results of Friday's game, I suppose I should've taken the bet...I mean I knew we were good, but I didn't realize we were THAT good.
Watching the game I couldn't help but remember some comments made not too long ago about this being a building season and that the Horns would be a force to be reckoned with come the next two seasons - - I love it when I'm right.
With an increasingly more confident sophomore quarterback leading the charge and three (count them three) very mature freshman receivers all eager to make big plays, not to mention last year's top quarterback recruit Chance Mock serving as a back-up, next season promises to be something to watch.
My condolences on your prospects not looking quite as bright .
Hope you had a nice Thanksgiving and good luck helping all of your Aggie co-workers through this trying time.
Susan (Oh and Chip, I'd store the Gig'em sweater-vest away for the next 360 days or so if you want to avoid any post-game ridicule...in a round about way you are an "Ag" man now.)
| Hind-sight's 20/20 |
Hey Julie, Congratulations on the promotion, that's so exciting (I'm sure you've more than earned it).
I just wanted to drop a line and see how work, your new apartment/roommate and Brendan are all doing.
All are wonderful I hope.
I realize this is somewhat random, but I just found some great airfares from Houston to San Diego ($99 each way!!!)
and was wondering what you were doing the weekend of Dec. 15?
I know this time of year is kind of crazy so I will totally understand if you have holiday parties, etc.
to attend.
Regardless, this deal is good for travel through the end of February 2001, so....if it doesn't look like it's going to work before the end of the year, maybe I could make a visit mid-January or February.
Have a great holiday weekend and I'll talk to you soon.
Susan
| Happy Thanksgiving |
The only problem I can see with this is that paragraph 4 could be construed to encourage NMNG to request amendment not only to increase the MAXDTQ but also to decrease it (if the MAXDTQ has been increased by a previous amendment).
I worry that this might mislead NMNG that the parties can decrease the MAXDTQ by agreement rather than NMNG using capacity release procedures.
However, the paragraph does not obligate TW to do anything & doesn't give NMNG any rights, since any change in the MAXDTQ must be by mutual agreement (and it's subject to available capacity).
Since it does not seem to give either party anything they do not already get under the tariff, I think I would recommend we omit it.
However, NMNG might insist on this or similar language to reflect the "deal" --- or at least the conversations of
| Transwestern Contract Approval Request |
Edwards Greenway The Legend of Bagger Vance Will Smith helps Matt Damon find his lost swing in "The Legend of Bagger Vance."
Will it be an ace or air shot?
Nov 14-Nov 16 Tue-Thu 2:00pm , 3:00pm , 4:00pm , 5:00pm , 6:00pm , 7:00pm , 8:00pm , 9:00pm , 10:00pm , 10:45pm Remember the Titans In "Remember the Titans," Denzel Washington stars as a high school football coach tackling racism in the 1970s.
Nov 14-Nov 16 Tue-Thu 1:30pm , 2:00pm , 4:15pm , 4:45pm , 7:00pm , 7:30pm , 9:35pm , 10:00pm Pay It Forward In "Pay It Forward," a boy tries to set his teacher up with his alcoholic mother.
Not your usual happy hour.
Nov 14-Nov 16 Tue-Thu 2:00pm , 2:45pm , 4:30pm , 5:30pm , 7:15pm , 8:15pm , 9:50pm , 10:40pm River Oaks Billy Elliot Boxing and ballet don't make for boyhood bliss in "Billy Elliot."
Try saying that three times fast.
Nov 14-Nov 16 Tue-Thu 4:45pm , 7:10pm , 9:30pm
| Movie Options |
Agustin, I am trying to confirm the counterparty on one of your deals so that it can be properly assigned in TAGG.
The ticket for the deal in question reads Barcel Mexico.
However, I spoke recently with Beatrice Reyna who informed me that you believed the counterparty to be one of the Bimbo companies.
If you wouldn't mind looking into this and getting back to me with the correct counterparty name it would be much appreciated.
Thanks,
| Deal # NW8903 (legs 5 & 6) |
The attached document shows my proposed changes to Universal's agreement in redlining.
I tried not to over-lawyer or make this overly complicated, but in my view this needed a lot of basic cleanup.
Many of my changes are simply to make the language more accurate (for example, in the use of defined terms).
In a couple of places, I have questions: 1) In the second opening paragraph, I don't know whether it is possible to attach the Proposal as an exhibit; if not, ignore my change.
2) Section 4.a.
-- their provision for an adjustment
| Universal agreement |
CONGRATULATIONS !
I just found out that you were extended an offer by the Big E. I can't tell you how happy I am that I didn't have to question the intelligence of my company.
Hope you had a good birthday and I'll see you at the A&M game.
| Happy Belated Birthday and ....... |
Christine and I seem to have gotten Phillips interested in a right to terminate if TW's minimum tariff rate ever exceeds the contract rate.
They said they would mull it over, at least.
But what they really would prefer to have is a provision in which they would get the contract rate no matter what.
Since this would make it a negotiated rate deal from day 1, I feel like I need to get your buy-in before we agree to it.
Steve has already told me it is OK with him.
Please advise.
| Phillips deal |
The Post-Ted Susan is out of control.
In less than a week's time I have mugged down with 3 guys and have a fourth one emailing me to go out sometime.
Funny thing is I'm not really interested in any of them, just having fun.
Hope all well with you.
Susan
| I'm on a rampage |
This email is in regards to the Halloween party at the Continental Club.
I would like to confirm my attendance for the night of the Oct. 26.
Thank you,
| A/A Halloween Happy Hour - Reminder |
Mary Kay and Drew, please see Christine's message below.
This language is very similar to language that NNG has used to address the change-in-rates issue.
I do not believe it creates a negotiated rates issue.
Please let me know as soon as possible if you have any concerns.
It is important that we work something out with Phillips today.
By the way, I asked Christine if she had asked Phillips to 1) give up their right of first refusal and 2) agree to our new capacity release language (i.e.
TW gets the upside if capacity is released at a higher rate) in exchange for us making this compromise.
She feels that it would be inappropriate to ask them because the language below does not quite give Phillips what they had requested originally (that is, a negotiated rate).
| Additional Phillips Language |
For October 19: Put the obsession and dedication back into your job, health, and daily life.
Stressful matters beyond your control have leached away much of the excitement that makes life enjoyable.
Use this Mercury retro period to reinvent your work philosophy and improve your health and lifestyle.
The resources and relief you seek are available, but you may be expected to kowtow and kiss butt to get what you need.
Are you willing -- or not?
I can't
| The eerie accuracy continues |
Just thought you'd like to know that Roger Ebert gave the movie 3 stars.
He had many of the same comments to make about the film and Dallas as you.
Talk to you soon, Susan
| Good news about Dr. T and the Women |
Dear Citizens' Assistance Division: I live in the Houston Heights on the 800 block of Cortlandt.
For the 3 years I've lived there, the drainage ditch in front of my house, and several other houses on my street, have been blocked.
Any time it rains, we have standing water for several days afterwards.
I know that other streets in the Heights have the same problem.
I have heard that because of the mild winter we're having, we can expect a bumper crop of mosquitos this summer.
Standing water therefore poses a health concern for residents of the Heights this summer.
Does the City have any current plans to fix the drainage problem in the Heights?
Last year I called and requested that the ditch in front of my house be cleared, but got no response.
I hope that this was merely an oversight rather than an indication that the City of Houston has no regard for the health and comfort of its citizens.
Any information you can provide would be appreciated.
Sincerely,
| Heights question |
I am definitely interested in the parking space at the Met.
Please let me know if it is still possible for me to acquire a space.
Thanks,
| Parking |
Dear Mr. Henderson: Attached pursuant to Dave Foti's request is the Substation Maintenance Agreement in Word format with Transwestern's proposed changes shown in redlining.
After you've had a chance to review the agreement, please feel free to contact me with any questions or comments.
Sincerely,
| Agreement with Transwestern |
Hey Julie, I just got back from London Tuesday and am now almost fully recovered from the jet lag.
I had an absolutely incredible time while I was over there and was even able to go into the Enron office for a while.
One of the guys I knew here in Houston even set up an impromptu interview for me while I was there so I think my working over there may be a very real possibility.
Since I'd already done a lot of the touristy things the last time I was in London Emily and I pretty much just hung out.
We went out to eat Friday night and then to a club ( I think we got home around 4 am after indulging in some fish and chips).
Saturday and Sunday we mostly just wondered around the city to various shops and markets and went out to various lunch and dinner venues.
Finally, on Monday I went in to the office while Em was at school and then had a fairly big last night in town with some friends of Emily's.
Hope everything's been going well with you and that the move into your new place was a success.
I'll keep checking for great fares out to SD...I'd love to meet your roommate and all of your other friends I feel as though I know now.
Susan PS - I think you're right about the California men.
I am currently in contact with about three of them and they all have issues.
Although, I still think Ted takes the cake.
| Howdy |
Hey guys, Well I'm back home in Houston looking out at our lovely skyline (okay, maybe it's not that lovely but it is sunny here).
Anyway, I'm so glad I got the chance to see all of you while I was in London.
It seemed as though all of you are really enjoying your time in the UK - which is good to hear given the fact I'm hoping to make it over there myself.
Hope the approaching close to 2000 finds everyone in good spirits.
Cheers,
| Home safe and sound |
Hey Darren, Just wanted to say thanks again for including Em and I in the outing Friday night and joining us for dinner Monday.
Hope things with work are going well and that you're managing to reinvent the wheel without too many problems.
Cheers,
| Home safe and sound |
Hey guys, Just wanted to drop a line and let you know that I'm going to be visiting London over the next 5 days or so.
I'm planning on swinging by the offices Monday morning to see everyone and just wanted to foreworn you all.
Hopefully, I'll get a chance to see you then.
Susan
| Cheerio |
Agustin, I haven't booked the origination we talked about yet because I wanted to get an exact number from you first.
If you could send me an email with the correct origination amount I can book it tonight.
The deal was with General de Cermica for 11,000/month 10/1/00 - 03/31/0.
Thanks,
| Origination |
I always forget what the time difference is so I thought I might be able to catch you "real time."
I went to the game Saturday with Travis, Corey, Mike and a friend of his.
Kathy was getting her certification for spinning classes and thus I was given the responsibility of baby-sitting Corey and Travis.
Anyway, Trav's pledge class had a reunion at the house after the game and I think it may have single-handedly cured me of wanting men in their early thirties.
The single guys from their class are definitely still single for a reason.
Also, you've gotta tell Chuck that Kinzer's date for the game was a year younger than me (although I will say, after meeting her, you would've thought she was much younger).
I think 27-28 may be a better range.
Old enough to know who they are and what they want, but still young enough to explain their unattached status on career focus.
Talk to you soon, Susan
| Hello there... |
Sorry I never called yesterday...I had turned my phone off and didn't realize you'd called until last night.
I'm still at work right now and therefore am extremely tired.
Hope you got everything you needed to accomplished this weekend.
I had a good time at the game and, thanks to Travis's pledge class reunion, have come to the conclusion that 27-28 is a better age range for me.
There young enough to excuse being single due to career focus and still old enough to know who they are and what they want.
Some critical things happen in those 3-5 years from a man's late twenties to early thirties that can expose so many "issues" (examples of which I got to see several of on Saturday).
Talk to you soon, Susan Are you and Doug going to OU?
| Delayed reaction |
Hey, It's 8:30 and I'm still at work.
Did I mention I really need this vacation?
Anyway, I have a couple of questions for you.
Is there anything special you'd like me to bring over (that your Mom isn't getting for you).
I talked to your Mom yesterday and she mentioned a craving for Turkey Jerky.
If you want me to bring some over just let me know where to buy it.
Also, do you have any predictions for the weather.
I'm planning on bringing the following - jeans, sweatshirt, black pants & skirt, black cardigan, "rain coat" (I put it in quotes b/c I know mine won't be official), some "go out" close, running shoes, heels, and boots, 2 sweaters, varying tops, and a pair of shorts.
I always end up over-packing, but I'm really going to try to pare down.
I'm assuming you have a blow-dryer so I can leave mine at home.
I talked to Darren today and he said Friday sounded good...and, I sent an email to Nick so hopefully it will work for him as well.
I also emailed Jessica's friend Ashley who's living over there and she wanted to get together maybe for lunch or something over the weekend.
I've been checking out the Tube Maps on the Web and don't think I should have much of a problem getting to your place.
I assume I'm going to want to get off at the Holland Park tube stop.
Should be a piece of cake, right?
Any bright ideas of how to get your extra set of keys to me Friday morning?
I guess there isn't really anywhere for you to hide them around your flat (i.e.
under the doormat or over the door frame?).
See you soon, Susan - I may have to pump Darren for a little bit of info Friday night (subtly of course)...Like did he know that I didn't know about Ted's "past" - maybe you can find out why the marriage ended.
| Time to start planning... |
Hey Ashley, Just thought I'd drop you a line to let you know that I will be in London this Friday through next Tuesday.
I'm visiting a friend of mine who is attending Sotheby's graduate program.
I know it's short notice, but I would love to see you at some point while I'm over there.
If you get a chance email me back and let me know if you're free any of those days and how I can get a hold of you while I'm over there.
Hope all is well.
Susan
| I'm coming to London |
No one has ever mistaken me for being a shy or timid person...least of all Ted.
Therefore, telling him about the shirt was right in character for me.
I think a part of him probably felt a little ashamed that a 23 yr. old girl with almost no dating experience could handle the situation with more class than him.
Anyway, there were a few other things established and solidified last night by Ted - 1.
By his own admission, I am definitely smarted than him (while in the past I have challenged that I had to agree last night) 2.
I am a confident, probably too much so, and well-adjusted individual.
Merely taking into account those two points, Ted in his present "condition" could never be a match for me.
I would either always feel like I was carrying him or rolling over him.
I'm still absolutely floored by the fact I have now dated a divorcee.
Does Chuck think less of me for being duped?
I hope not...he really seemed like a good (to everyone that met him).
I think Mom, Dad and I are all going to fly over on the same flight (Singapore Airlines).
I found a great deal from San Francisco for around $580.
I of course will have to fly from Houston which ups the fare to $800, but it's still the best deal around.
I can't wait to see you guys.
Susan
| So true... |
Here's my request for rehearing so far.
The marketing folks are helping me with our competitive harm argument and will, I hope, come up with something plausible.
In the meantime, I would appreciate your comments.
| Gallup |
Julie, Just wanted to check and see if you had received my last two emails.
If so, I'd love to know what you think about the whole situation.
If not, let me know and I will resend the emails.
Susan
| Hey |
FYI - Gary P. Nunn is going to be playing New Year's Eve at Gruene Hall.
On the Ted front...It's Tuesday afternoon and I haven't contacted him yet.
I'm planning on calling him at home early this evening and telling him that "a beer and a chat sound like a good idea, how about tomorrow night?".
I will be requesting that he either call me at home tonight if he gets in early enough or tomorrow at work.
This should all prove very interesting.
Susan
| New Years info. |
Gary, Just wanted to check and see how things were going for you on 44.
Hopefully you are now in possession of a phone.
If so give me a call, I would really like to get together for a cup of coffee or just a few minutes to enjoy the lovely weather outside.
| How goes it? |
HOROSCOPE: Weekly - His For September 25-October 1: Instead of wishing things were different, or woefully mourning the past, build a new beginning.
It's pointless to bemoan recent changes or languish over disappointments.
You cannot change the past.
You cannot change people's minds, either.
Face your situation and create something wonderful.
The longer you fuss about what 'should have been', the more likely it is that important opportunities will drift by unnoticed.
Cancer, it is time for change.
Release frustrations and troubling memories.
Move on, Crab.
.
.
move on.
Mine for today Quickly get past a troubling misunderstanding Once you've released toxic feelings, the atmosphere visibly improves, much to your pleasure.
You're able to replace fear and resentment with compassion and understanding.
Once you know the score, you no longer feel threatened or disrespected.
Keep revenge out of this entire episode.
'Teaching someone a lesson' is not appropriate.
| On target as usual |
Sorry I didn't respond very promptly to your last email.
Things have been very emotionally draining for me around here.
I'm going to forward some of my recent email communications to catch you up on the issue.
After you've had a chance to take in the situation I would really love to hear your opinion.
Call or email with any insights.
Susan Susan M Scott
| News from the front lines.... |
I tell ya Mo, it's weird.
HOROSCOPE: Weekly For September 25-October 1: Better communication is indicated this week.
Issues that have bogged you down are effectively addressed.
Don't get up and leave until you get every answer you need.
Be direct and honest, without losing your temper.
Even if others misbehave, continue pursuing what you believe is right.
An agreement is either out of balance or no longer desirable.
You CAN make improvements to existing paperwork, contracts, and agreements -- as long as you remain
| Wise old women at work |
Corey, Here's an update, I sent this to Emily earlier today.
Let me know about this weekend (i.e.
the game, tomorrow night, etc.
etc.)
Susan
| We have closure! (well, sort-of) |
In an effort to save a little time I'm forwarding you the email I just sent my friend Emily in London.
Get back to me if you would like me to expound on anything.
Turns out he's a real jerk.
Susan
| We have closure! (well, sort-of) |
I'm soooo good.
The chosen path was cool, indifference.
So, last night was Steak Night and with Nick and Wilson both in town we had a really good showing.
I got there about 7:30 with Nick, and the group's size swelled to about 12+ by 8:30 - 9:00.
About 8:00 I saw Kevin (Ted's pal - the one you meet a steak night) wandering around LW's obviously in search of someone.
Can you believe it?
He (Ted) knew I had organized this gathering - I know that because Nick is working right across from he and Darren and overheard Darren encouraging Ted's attendance (mind you Ted was not in the email distribution) - and he had the nerve to come.
Anyway, Kevin saw me and came over to chat.
He informed me that "our friend Ted should be there shortly" to which I responded, "You would know better than me at this point".
The subject was dropped until he felt the need to raise it again.
He asked if Ted and I parted on good terms/ bad terms, etc.
I said there really weren't any terms, I just hadn't heard a peep out of him for about 2 weeks.
Kevin wanted to know if I was going to break a bottle over Ted's head and cause a big scene.
When I said no, I think he was genuinely disappointed.
I said in order for me to do something like that I would have to care about the "loss" and that, while a week or two earlier I might have cared a bit more, with each passing day the "loss" seems less and less like much of a loss.
Kevin told me I was better-off without Ted.
To go even further, he informed me that there is no way he would ever let a daughter of his date Ted nor any of his "girl-friends".
He said that while he thought Ted was a great guy (i.e.
fun to be around, good stories, etc.)
he wasn't good dating material.
I agreed with Kevin saying "Ted is a great guy, he just makes a lousy man" (don't you like that one?).
I then went on to say "Anyway, I'm destined for bigger and better things, right?".
Kevin: "Much bigger and much better."
About this time my parents showed up...the plot thickens.
I introduced Kevin to my parents and since both my Dad and Kevin were in the Navy and attended Colorado they had much to talk about.
The two of them had probably been talking for about half an hour when "dum-da-dum-dum" Ted shows up.
He approaches our group because he sees Kevin and is forced to make eye-contact with me.
I give him a "hey" and he gives me the arm squeeze and a much too pleasant "how's it going?".
He asked what Kevin and my Dad were talking about, I told him the Navy, he said don't get Kevin started or you'll never shut him up...Then he walked away.
He never acknowledged my parents nor did he ever speak to me again the rest of the evening.
The beautiful thing is Kevin stays and talks with my Dad for another half hour and when Darren shows up he hangs out with "my group" for quite a while before going to join Ted.
My parents and I ate our steaks right behind Ted and then went back over to our group at the picnic table when we were finished.
It really was a great night.
I would almost say I was glowing (I was having so much fun with my friends and family and it wasn't a show for Ted's benefit...I really was having a great time).
So, when my parents decide to head out they walked over to Ted/Kevin's table to say good-bye to Kevin.
It was awesome.
Ted's sitting right next to Kevin while Kevin and my Dad are talking and appears to be actually shrinking in his chair.
Yet again no acknowledgement of my parents - he couldn't even make eye-contact.
I ended up staying there for at least another hour and then went with a few of the guys to the Ale House.
Needless to say I was very hung over today.
Anyway, there's the story...He's a complete and utter ass-hole.
So I'm done.
And no, there is no way he could weasel his way back in to my good graces.
Now on to a fun subject, my trip to London.
I bought my ticket today ( I think I got hosed a little bit, but it was the cheapest ticket I could find - $450 before taxes).
I will arrive at Heathrow airport around 7:00 a.m. Friday the 6th and depart about 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday the 10th.
I'm very excited about the trip, I really need to get out of Houston.
I leave the activities in your capable hands.
( bear in mind I will have to see Darren and Nick at some point).
"Single again" Sue
| We have closure! (well, sort-of) |
I have confirmations from Ben, Sunil, and Rudi.
Is there anyone else I left off the email?
Talk to you soon, Susan - - You'll have to come up and visit 32 at some point.
| FYI |
Here is a draft of the compliance filing regarding our operational control agreement with ECS.
Please let me know your comments by C.O.B.
tomorrow.
At this point I'm not planning to file the agreement, just a report as requested by the Commission.
I'm still working with ECS to finalize the agreement.
Their attorney is checking with his resident experts to make sure ECS, by expressly giving TW Operational Control, does not somehow cross the line into retail wheeling.
I do not expect the agreement to change significantly.
| Gallup compliance filing |
Be prepared...this one's a downer, but oh so true.
Email me and let me know @ what time you think you're going to try and call so I'll be sure to stay at my desk.
Sue
| Fwd |
Hey Corey, So he's back in town now...The question is what do I do about that?
Should I: A) Completey ignore him and pretend like there was never anything between us or B) Call him out and confront him with his own cowardess.
I am completely torn on the issue and have actually felt physically ill over the situation the last two days.
Help!!!
Susan
| What to do, what to do? |
Okay gang, it's time to rally the troops.
Evidently last week wasn't good for any of us to get together at our local watering hole (a.k.a Little Woodrow's)...but, I'm hoping the story is a little different this week.
Our own Nick Stephan is back in H-town for the week and has made a special request for a full-fledged "Steak Night" (that means good attendance).
Not that I ever need an excuse to enjoy good company, steak, beer, etc.
at LW's, but if I did I could think of few better reasons than a visiting ex-pat.
Besides, given the absolutely beautiful weather we are currently enjoying, the picnic tables and deck are beckoning.
I'm going to set a tentative meeting time of 7:30 p.m. this Wednesday...get back to me at your convenience and let me know if we should stick with that time or not.
Hope everyone had a relaxing weekend and is having a good Monday (isn't that an oxymoron?).
Susan "When I read about the evils of drinking, I gave up reading."
- Henny Youngman
| Advance Warning... |
Just to forewarn you two, it looks like Darren (Ted's buddy) is going to be in London for a few months working on a project.
When I mentioned you two were both over there right now he asked me for your email addresses.
No pressure for you guys to do anything with him, but I do like the guy and think when I come over we will definitely have to do something with him (and Nick too of course...maybe the same night, that whole "kill two birds with one stone concept").
Sue Side-note: I'm am dying of curiosity as to why Darren is going to London for a project and Ted is trading corn here.
Maybe I'll find out before Darren leaves.
Who knows, maybe if you all see Darren over there you can find out what the heck happened with our once so promising Mr. Noble.
| I've go a new ex-pat for you guys... |
Hey, evidently I'm not the only one slacking on the emails - That means you Em.
Quick update: I may try to come over Oct 5 - 10 instead of the 4 - 9 so that I can at least spend a little time with Katy.
How will that work for y'all?
Sue P.S.
- Thought you'd like to know that I am doing well in regards to the Ted situation.
I'm actually kind of glad he took this week long vacation...that whole out-of-sight, out-of-mind theory really works.
| Slacker |
Cynthia, I had to adjust the NGI-Socal index price in the spreadsheet which resulted in a loss of $264,000.
Attached is the corrected spreadsheet.
Sorry for the inconvenience.
Susan
| Revised Basis Swaps Exotic Spreadsheet |
Hey Scott, Hope you had a good time at the game this weekend, despite the heat.
I just wanted to see if you were still interested in trying to grab lunch this week.
If you do, just let me know what day and time work best for you.
Thanks,
| Lunch? |
Here's what I propose to send to the parties on the 14th.
Take a look, and think about whether it would be wise to do more selling in the first paragraph.
I propose that we get on the agenda for the March 1 meeting so that we have some time to approach individual parties first.
With your permission, I will forward this to Mr. Dasovich also.
| TW comments on CAC proposal |
Hey Katy, Sorry no correspondence in a while.
I wish it was a case of no news is good news, but if you've spoken with Em recently you know that is not so.
Anyway, I wanted to touch base with you regarding my visit to London.
I of course want to try and time it when both you and Em are in town.
So...I was thinking of flying out on Oct 4 and returning Oct 9, that way I would have a weekend over there with y'all.
I know you're planning a trip to Egypt around then so just get back to me and let me know if you'll actually be in London any of those days.
Hope all is well with you.
Talk to you soon, Susan
| What's Up? |
...okay, maybe it's not THAT good but it's cooked and the beer is plentiful.
Hey everyone, Just wanted to test the waters and see what kind of interest there was in doing Steak Night tomorrow night at Little Woodrows.
I feel like it's been a while since we really rallied the troops and I know I have personally missed the interaction.
It's also been a while since we've attempted to solve the worlds problems over cold Shiner and I think the world may be the worse for it.
So, get back to me and let me know if anyone's up for an evening of eating, drinking and most definitely being merry.
If it looks like 'a go', I'll shoot everyone a follow-up email complete with ETA.
The one and only, sscott5 "If we could just get everyone to close their eyes and visualize world peace for an hour, imagine how serene and quiet it would be until the looting started."
| USDA Grade A prime beef.... |
...try not to get the juice in your eyes, it really stings Well, I'm sure you've already heard through Mom...but I think things may be kaput with Ted.
I say "think" because he hasn't said anything one way or the other, it's just a vibe I have.
So I don't think you guys are going to have a chance to meet him while your in Houston.
Oh well, it was definitely fun while things were going well so I suppose I should focus on that.
I just want to know why guys can be such, as dad would say, chicken shits (excuse my language but the description fits).
But enough about me...So how are things with you guys.
I hope all is well and that you're taking full advantage of all the 'culture' surrounding you.
We went to the first football game of the season Saturday (against Louisiana Lafayette).
Texas won 52-10, and you wouldn't know if from the score but the 1st quarter was a little bit scarey (0-10).
Simms started the game but only played about 2 series before they yanked him and put Applewhite in to put some points on the board.
Simms did come back in the second half and through a touch-down pass.
The family's good and we're all excited to see you guys in the near future.
Write back soon, Susan ******** Humor is the best medicine.
******** So I'm thinking of taking the T-shirt Ted gave me from Beaver Creek and writing this on the back of it...
I dated Ted Noble and all I have to show for it is this lousy T-shirt.
Dont'cha love it?
| When life hands you lemons... |
Hope your move into the new apartment went well.
I'm sure you are going to have so much fun living there, especially since you really will have a roommate now.
Thought I'd give you a little bit of an update regarding Ted...
So I didn't get back to the office until Wednesday last week because I was in Austin Tuesday for that recruiting trip.
When I got in I of course immediately checked my email...nothing.
I also didn't have any messages at any of the 3 phones I can be reached through.
Come Thursday afternoon, still no interaction...I am pissed.
About 2:00 p.m. he calls.
He asks me about San Diego and I ask him about Austin...both trips were great.
We discuss UCLA and UT football for a while...I of course get riled up.
He informs me that he is going to be trading corn (yes, you heard me corn) for Enron.
While he is very excited about trading I get the impression he feels a little overwhelmed and he is a very concerned about how much trading will limit his vacation time.
He said that he and Darren (the guy he works with) had been meeting with consultants all week to get up to speed and therefore the week had pretty much just been one long meeting.
It is around this time that he brings up the vacation thing and how, to his dismay, as a trader you work when the markets are open and you're only off when they're closed.
As a result, he's decided to get in his long visit home ASAP, i.e.
"I'm leaving tomorrow (Friday) to go to California for a week."
I make sure I heard him correctly and yes he said leaving, tomorrow and 1 whole week (7 days) AND at no point does he ask to get together before he leaves.
So, that was Thursday.
I'm down on his floor again on Friday to talk to my old group and, to my dismay, run in to him.
We exchange pleasantries, I ask him when he's leaving (5:00 p.m.), he informs me he is going to sleep for the entire week in an attempt to catch-up, I tell him to have fun and that's that.
Anyway, I was not able to get him out for a drink to find out what's going on and now I just have to wait.
Any thoughts?
Talk to you soon, Susan ******** Humor is the best medicine.
******** So I'm thinking of taking that T-shirt Ted gave me and writing this on the back of it...
I dated Ted Noble and all I have to show for it is this lousy t-shirt.
Dont'cha love it?
| The Ted Times |
Aquarius - Horoscope Friday, September 8, 2000 by Astronet.com Powerful forces are at work to challenge you on a new level of association.
Travel may be part of the new game plan.
Investigate the possibility of a move to a new locale.
You might consider a home away from home as well.
This is the time to express a latent talent or learn a new technique in relation to investments.
You may have to work out some conflicts in a relationship, however.
Don't let hurt feelings prevent you from making a new start.
| These things are beginning to scare me... |
Dolores, I was wondering who my best resource would be to talk to about the changes to the analyst program and how they affect me.
Specifically, I wanted to get some more information on the Third-Year Analyst Rotation and its requirements (as I am currently half-way through my second rotation), as well as the different tracks available within the program.
If you could direct to the proper individual(s) I would really appreciate it.
Thanks,
| Seeking Info |
Scott, Thanks for offering up your extra tickets to the game this weekend.
As it turns out, I don't think I'll be needing them - My sister has extra tickets next to she and my brother-in-law.
Hope you have a great time and maybe I'll see you at the game (although given the crowd I'm not going to count on it).
Susan - - Looks like Saturday's going to be a balmy 90...better bring a sweater.
| Hook'em |
I haven't sent a quote in quite some time, but this one really spoke to me.
Wit makes its own welcome, and levels all distinctions.
No dignity, no learning, no force of character, can make any stand against good wit.
-Ralph
| What a wonder is a wonderful wit... |
Wit makes its own welcome, and levels all distinctions.
No dignity, no learning, no force of character, can make any stand against good wit.
-Ralph
| What a wonder is a wonderful wit... |
Sometimes I really worry about you...
I know it's not kind to laugh at the misfortune of others, but I must say I was rolling when I read your email.
It's a good thing I didn't send the other card I was debating over last night which alluded to the possibility of you and Darren spending too much time together (not as funny in light of your shack last night).
So how did you explain your attire this morning to your MD?
Hope the presentation was a rousing success.
Shorty Ted Noble
| Your Welcome |
Jeff, this morning I spoke with Reliant's regulatory counsel, who called me after talking with Lee Hart, and who seemed eager to look into drafting a filing.
I would be happy to talk with Leonard Foster or June Suwara at Sempra about doing the same, but somehow think Sempra might be a tougher customer (don't know why I would think that...).
My suggestion is that we work through Ms. Katz initially.
Anticipating that we might encounter some inertia at Sempra's regulatory dept.
-- and to give you an outline to work
| SWGas proceeding (CP99-592) |
Em, Glad to hear that you arrived safely in your new home.
I'm sure you'll be adjusting to the time change for a few days, but hopefully this time you won't get sick.
Say, "Hi" to Katy for me and tell her I will email her soon to try and figure when is the best time to come visit.
Now on to the business at hand.
Thought I'd let you see the last email exchange between Mr. Noble and myself.
Start from the bottom with my email and then read his response.
I would love to hear your insight on it all.
Here's my thought at this point.
I think Ted is an EXTREMELY linear person, in that his focus can not be split between too many different things at once.
To that end, I believe this project, to which he has dedicated many hours, has literally harnessed all of his attention.
Realizing this, I'm not sure exactly how I feel about it - - - Any thoughts?
Sue
| You keen analysis is called for... |
Hey Pavarotti, Hope you day is going well and that everything is coming together for the big presentation tomorrow.
My day is going significantly better than yesterday so I am pleased.
Plus, my friend just emailed me from San Diego to inform me that she can get us a great table to see the Symphony's last performance of the season on Navy Pier...so I've got that going for me, which is nice.
By the way, what did you end up deciding to do about this weekend - or haven't you decided yet (the latter would not surprise me in the least...you're a fly by the seat of your pants kind of guy or a slight procrastinator - - I always get the two confused).
Now for the rule-breaking.
I realize it's already Wednesday but I wanted to see if you had any interest in going to grab a bite to eat or just a drink after work tomorrow or Friday night (in light of our heavy work loads, etc.
I hope you can forgive my rudeness).
Both you and Darren looked pretty whipped last night and I'm sure tonight will be more of the same...You better be careful, I think this project is starting to give you gray hair.
Shorty - - I forgot to tell you last night that my 5 yr. old niece got in trouble on the way to school yesterday because she punched a little boy in the eye.
Evidently, he was bothering she and her friend Reagan...I think my sister's biggest fears have now been confirmed, little Sally may have taken after her Aunt Sue Sue a little too much.
| I'm such a rule breaker... |
Julie, Sorry for the delayed response.
I can't express to you how excited I am to be coming out there this weekend.
After the last week and a half of work I am in desperate need of rest and relaxation (that of course means lots of shopping).
As far as activities go, I'm pretty much up for anything.
My guess is I'm probably going to want to take a quick nap when I get in Saturday morning before starting the weekend's activities, but after that I say we just get going.
The symphony sounds incredible as do the races or the polo match so I'll just leave the final choices to your discretion.
I would definitely be up for a trip to the zoo if you want to go, but considering I go there every time I'm in San Diego I could miss it in order to do/see some other things.
The only things I insist upon are ample time outdoors and good seafood.
Anyway, I arrive in San Diego on America West flight 2180 at about 9:00 a.m. and leave Monday at 6:10 p.m. so we've almost got three full days to work with.
Love,
| Two of the most beautiful words in the world...Vacation Weekend |
Hey Darren, I haven't forgotten that I still owe you a birthday beer.
In fact, Ted was kind enough to point out my failure to do so and add to my already heavy feelings of guilt.
Anyway, I know you guys are working hard getting your presentation ready, but if you need a break I'm planning on meeting a friend at Kenneally's tonight for a little pizza and beer.
Let me know if you have any interest in collecting...if not, you can just hold on to your raincheck until another time.
Susan
| Raincheck |
Cinderella in Her Later Years....... Cinderella was now 75 years old.
After a fulfilling life with the now dead Prince, she happily sat upon her rocking chair, watching the world go by from her front porch, with a cat named Bob for companionship.
One sunny afternoon, out of nowhere, appeared the Fairy Godmother.
Cinderella said "Fairy Godmother, what are you doing here after all these years??"
The Fairy godmother replied "Well Cinderella, since you have lived a good, wholesome life since we last met, I have decided to grant you 3 wishes.
Is there anything for which your heart still yearns?"
Cinderella was taken aback, overjoyed and after some thoughtful consideration, and almost under her breath she uttered her first wish: "I wish I was wealthy beyond comprehension."
Instantly, her rocking chair was turned into solid gold.
Cinderella was stunned.
Bob, her old faithful cat, jumped off her lap and scampered to the edge of the porch, quivering with fear.
Cinderella said "Oh thank you, Fairy Godmother".
The Fairy Godmother replied, "It is the least I can do.
What does your heart want for your second wish?"
Cinderella looked down at her frail body, and said: "I wish I was young and full of the beauty of youth again."
At once, her wish having been desired became reality, and her beautiful youthful visage had returned.
Cinderella felt stirrings inside her that had been dormant for years and a long forgotten vigor and vitality began to course through her.
Then the Fairy Godmother again spoke "You have one more wish, what shall you have?"
Cinderella looks over to the frightened cat in the corner and says"; "I wish for you to transform Bob, my old cat, into a beautiful, and handsome young man".
Magically, Bob suddenly underwent so fundamental a change in his biological make-up, that when complete he stood before her, a man, so beautiful the like of which she nor the world had ever seen, so fair indeed that birds began to fall from the sky at his feet.
The Fairy Godmother again spoke: "Congratulations, Cinderella.
Enjoy your new life."
And, with a blazing shock of bright blue electricity, she was gone.
For a few eerie moments, Bob and Cinderella looked into each other's eyes, Cinderella sat, breathless, gazing at the most stunningly perfect man she had ever seen.
Then Bob walked over to Cinderella, who sat transfixed in her rocking chair, and held her close in his young muscular arms.
He leaned in close blowing her golden hair with his warm breath as he whispered: "I bet you regret having me neutered now, don't you?"
| Cinderella...(I promise this is safe to open) |
I've reviewed Order 637 on voluntary auctions and agree with you, Mary Kay, that the TW IOS procedure is consistent with the Commission's checklist.
However, I do have a couple of questions/concerns.
First, does "voluntary" mean filing a proposal with FERC is also voluntary?
Or is the Commission here requiring that pipelines make filings before they can proceed with auctions?
Also, I'm not sure we comply with the Commission's policy on establishment of a reserve price, since it's difficult to tell what that is from the order.
A couple of times TW has stated a minimum bid in its IOS.
Comments?
| TW interactive open season |
Sorry I didn't get a chance to buy you a beer last night - we got there late.
I owe you one.
Hope you had a great birthday.
| I owe you one... |
Sorry I couldn't make it for cake last night.
I had to work late last night...Big Shock!!!
Anyway, hope it was fun and that you're having a great week.
Mine has been pretty busy work wise.
I'm sure you're curious about Mr. Noble.
All I can say right now is that, while I definitely still like him (we had a great time Sunday), I am some what annoyed with him right now...he's been very wishy-washy the first half of this week.
I'm not real sure what I'm going to do about it, but I'm sure I'll think of something.
| Absent friend... |
Your own personal palm pilot hard at work.
As promised, here's a list of UT's games this season...color coded for your convenience of course.
Sep 9 UL Lafayette, 12:30pm Sep 16 at Stanford, 10:15pm Sep 23 Houston, TBA Sep 30 Oklahoma St., TBA Oct 7 Oklahoma, 3:30pm (a.k.a.
"OU Weekend"...this is a huge game...the two teams meet halfway at the Cotton Bowl in Dallas) Oct 14 at Colorado, TBA Oct 21 Missouri, TBA Oct 28 Baylor, TBA Nov 4 at Texas Tech, 2:00pm Nov 11 at Kansas, TBA Nov 24 Texas A&M, 3:30pm (Thanksgiving Weekend) All Times Eastern * Home games are in burnt orange...what else?
| Are you ready for some football? |
I've gotten a bit more educated about IT revenue crediting since you asked your question yesterday.
"IT revenue crediting" is an industry term used to describe a requirement (brought about either by a FERC order or a rate case settlement) that IT revenues in excess of a certain dollar amount will be credited back to all firm shippers in the next rate proceeding or thru some refund mechanism.
Transwestern is currently not under any IT revenue crediting obligation, and I would be very hesitant to negotiate any such obligation with any individual shipper because then we would have to do the same for all firm shippers on a nondiscriminatory basis.
If you need more info, let's talk.
| IT revenue crediting |
I know how much you're looking forward to "Ted's Weekend of Rest and Relaxation" and I also realize that carting me back and forth to the car dealership wasn't exactly on your list of things to do (bear in mind the dealership is roughly 5 minutes from your apartment)...So, I'm offering you an out.
I can find someone else to help me if you want to bail (I know how important your pool-side time is - Remember it's all about you and your needs."
Just let me know.
FYI: Galveston does not look like this...
| R&R |
Our contract with IGS provides that for any agreement identified by IGS and executed, TW will pay a one-time incentive fee of 3% of the first $15 million of net present value, 2% of the next $10 million of net present value, etc.
The Southern contract associated with the Gallup Expansion is at a rate of $0.205 for 25,000 Dth/d for 5 years.
Using a discount factor of 15%, the net present value of the contract is $6,270,625, so IGS's commission would be $188,118.75.
Since the contract does not specify how NPV will be calculated (I believe we purposely omitted this for whatever reason), we will need to agree on a rate that is fair given the nature of and risk associated with the project.
We should probably use whatever is standard in the industry for this type of project, if that's possible to determine.
I have a call in to James Centilli for his recommendation in this regard, and will let you know what he says.
| IGS |
A good wit is a terrible thing to waste... As for the pick up, the Sissy Crawford taxi is at your service.
Just name the time and place.
Also, there is no need to forego the nice fun restaurant for tomorrow night just because I have to be a smart-ass every once in a while.
Ted Noble
| Hit Me Baby One More Time... |
Ted, I think you had, at one point, asked me if the first U.T.
football game was Labor Day weekend.
It is actually the weekend after Labor Day (Sept. 9) against Louisiana-Lafayette at 11:30 a.m.
So basically it should be a very challenging game and relatively cool (Ha!).
Hope your day's going well.
Shorty FYI - U.T.
plays Stanford at Stanford Sept. 16 (7:15 p.m. kick-off)
| Hook'em Horns |
Hey Math-Wiz, I completely understand your plight.
I too am suffering a two o'clock, post-lunch slump (the coffee is simply not working at this point).
Anyway, I think a change of clothes prior to Steak Night is probably a good idea.
Also, driving tomorrow is not a problem... just let me know the gate code, apt.
#, etc.
Along those same lines, what time did you want to head over there?
(For better-safe-than-sorry reasons, due to my job, I think no earlier than 7:30 p.m. is our best bet.)
Hope you're having a lovely day and don't work too hard (Ha!!).
Susan Ted Noble
| No sleeping on the job... |
Number 8 made me think of you... Top Ten Signs Your Amish Teen is in Trouble 10.
Sometimes stays in bed till after 6am.
9.
In his sock drawer, you find pictures of women without bonnets.
8.
Shows up at barn raisings in full "Kiss" makeup.
7.
When you criticize him, he yells, "Thou sucketh!"
6.
His name is Jebediah, but he goes by "Jeb Daddy."
5.
Defiantly says, "If I had a radio, I'd listen to rap."
4.
You come upon his secret stash of colorful socks.
3.
Uses slang expression: "Talk to the hand, cause the beard ain't listening."
2.
Was recently pulled over for "driving under the influence of cottage cheese."
1.
He's wearing his big black hat backwards.
AND, get ready for August Texas Heat >
| Sharing the wealth... |
Lorraine, I've been studying the El Paso/Dynegy reservation reduction mechanism (RRM).
Basically the deal was that Dynegy's minimum-pay obligation would be reduced by the amount of the fixed cost component of IT revenues generated by El Paso's transportation of IT volumes above a historical threshold.
(The parties based the threshold on El Paso's monthly IT volumes for the 12 months ended 9/30/97.)
The volumes in excess of the threshold were calculated and a ratio of the volumes in excess of the threshold to the total volumes was determined; the ratio would then be applied to the fixed cost component of all IT revenues and the resulting dollar value applied to Dynegy's monthly reservation charge, to the extent Dynegy had not met its minimum pay obligation for a particular month.
This provision of course met with heavy opposition; however, FERC allowed it.
FERC stated that while the RRM had anticompetitive effects because it created a disincentive for El Paso to discount IT, it was not unduly discriminatory.
The "unduly discriminatory" conclusion was based on an analysis on the potential effect on the Cal.
gas transportation market -- the
| Duke |
Hey Ted, Just wanted to check and see if you guys are still going planning on going tonight.
We have been having some major systems issues today so I'm about to really throw myself into my work in an effort to get out of here at a reasonable time.
Susan
| Steak Night |
Thursday night was indeed a blast.
I think my cohorts were ruing my existence by the end of the evening because I didn't have to go to work Friday (wedding in Dallas...very fun).
I'm sure you managed to have an all right time in SF as well.
I am definitely up for a bucket of beer this week.
It's supposed to be sunny and warm all week long and I can think of nothing that goes better with that than cold beer.
As for Austin, I have a wealth of information on the subject that I would be more than happy to share.
Susan
| FYI |
This may appear to be somewhat of a random email, but I assure you there exist some semblence of reason.
I remembered you mentioning that neither you nor Pat have ever made a pilgramige to Blanco's.
So...I thought I should let you know that there is live music and cold beer on tap tonigt at the Big B.
Anyway it should be pretty good.
Music starts at 9:00.
| FYI |
Subsets and Splits
No community queries yet
The top public SQL queries from the community will appear here once available.