There are some priceless quotes in this one.
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Monday, September 29, 2008
Sunday, September 28, 2008
Fan Appreciation Day
Today I went to the last Giants game of the season with Marisa, Jimmy & Rob. It was great and we were all evenly hungover which made for a level playing field. I, sadly, did not win a flat screen TV or a brand new car but I did catch one of the signed balls that the players threw into the stands after the game. Be impressed because I was sitting all the way up in section 323 and fought some lady for it.
$5 to the person who can identify the signature below because I sure can't...
I also must mention that I made my goal of breaking my baseball game attending record from last year. I went to 23 games (A's and Giants) this year. I am a super fan!
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Baseball Photo Highlights 2008
$5 to the person who can identify the signature below because I sure can't...
I also must mention that I made my goal of breaking my baseball game attending record from last year. I went to 23 games (A's and Giants) this year. I am a super fan!
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Baseball Photo Highlights 2008
Saturday, September 27, 2008
Git 'Er Done
If you know me well or have been reading this blog you know that I am kind of into all things country. A few years ago (NOV2004) I was out with 209 at little black dress night at a club in Mohegan Sun Casino. I was not sober. As we were leaving J$ pointed to 3 guys in cowboy hats and tight jeans and told me there were cowboys in the club. I got over excited, marched over to them and said "what do you think you're rodeo cowboys or something?". They said "well, actually, yes. We are." Cue slight embarrassment.
It turned out they were with the PBR (see www.pbrnow.com) rodeo and were riding at Mohegan Sun all weekend. Sean Willingham, one of the cowboys, offered to set aside his 4 family/friends tickets for me so we could come see them the next night. I was in heaven. The next day the tickets were actually there and we went and partied with them that night. We then were invited again to go the next day and partied again. It was amazing and I've been talking about that weekend for years.
Now, the PBR has come to the Bay Area and the roomie and Heather have decided to humor me and attend the rodeo tonight. I texted Sean (yes, I still had his number) and asked if he wanted to hang after the show. He, of course, didn't remember me but is always down to party....
The story/pictures to follow....
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So we went to the show and it was fabulous. Lord knows the roomie and Heather enjoyed themselves. There were some scary parts and I have to say, knowing the one on the bull makes it 10 times scarier to watch. Luckily no one got that badly hurt.
After the riding the guys came around to sign autographs and we told Sean who we were and he invited us to the after part at the Hilton hotel bar at the Oakland Airport. Apparently folks in Oakland don't take kindly to Cowboys. Go figure.
Had a blast. Would do it again. Anytime.
The scene. Welcome to the PBR ya'll!
Ross Coleman rides the bull. Check out that air!
The cowboys signing autographs
Reunited and it feels so good. Meet my old friend Sean Willingham.
My cowboy/rodeo loving converts. Go team!
It turned out they were with the PBR (see www.pbrnow.com) rodeo and were riding at Mohegan Sun all weekend. Sean Willingham, one of the cowboys, offered to set aside his 4 family/friends tickets for me so we could come see them the next night. I was in heaven. The next day the tickets were actually there and we went and partied with them that night. We then were invited again to go the next day and partied again. It was amazing and I've been talking about that weekend for years.
Now, the PBR has come to the Bay Area and the roomie and Heather have decided to humor me and attend the rodeo tonight. I texted Sean (yes, I still had his number) and asked if he wanted to hang after the show. He, of course, didn't remember me but is always down to party....
The story/pictures to follow....
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So we went to the show and it was fabulous. Lord knows the roomie and Heather enjoyed themselves. There were some scary parts and I have to say, knowing the one on the bull makes it 10 times scarier to watch. Luckily no one got that badly hurt.
After the riding the guys came around to sign autographs and we told Sean who we were and he invited us to the after part at the Hilton hotel bar at the Oakland Airport. Apparently folks in Oakland don't take kindly to Cowboys. Go figure.
Had a blast. Would do it again. Anytime.
The scene. Welcome to the PBR ya'll!
Ross Coleman rides the bull. Check out that air!
The cowboys signing autographs
Reunited and it feels so good. Meet my old friend Sean Willingham.
My cowboy/rodeo loving converts. Go team!
Tuesday, September 23, 2008
Lasagna - Take Deux
So last night I tried out lasagna baking for the second time and it turned out WAY better. I used the same amount of sauce but a smaller pan so it was full of sauce and ground beef. I also used amazing noodles that cook while the lasanga cooks which saved me a lot of time.
And this time I took photos! So the photo isn't the most flattering but trust me it was delicious! Now I understand why making lasagna is so easy. Next I will have to add some more ingredients and experiment that way. Who knew I was such a culinary mastermind (ha)
And this time I took photos! So the photo isn't the most flattering but trust me it was delicious! Now I understand why making lasagna is so easy. Next I will have to add some more ingredients and experiment that way. Who knew I was such a culinary mastermind (ha)
Sunday, September 21, 2008
Happy Birthday to ME!
So I am 25 now. The Robin Williams stand-up and party last night was super fun and I wanted to give a BIG thank you to everyone who came out and/or wished me a happy birthday!
Friday, September 19, 2008
Macys Passport Fashion Show - Gala Night
For the second year in a row I got the privilege of attending the Macys Passport Fashion Show! This year Maraya and Melissa joined me to help my good friend Douglas out and volunteer (he was the volunteer coordinator). Because we worked two shifts (Gift Bags & VIP Check In) we got to attend the show & auction last night and it was awesome! Someone bought Keith Harding painting (and some other perks) for $19,000!! It was insane.
The show it's self was fun and full of energy just like last year. Several celebrities and fun surprises. Also, the underwear runway was spectacular as always :)
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As promised here are a few photos from the show. Enjoy!
The show it's self was fun and full of energy just like last year. Several celebrities and fun surprises. Also, the underwear runway was spectacular as always :)
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As promised here are a few photos from the show. Enjoy!
Wednesday, September 17, 2008
Quarter-life Crisis
As I am just 3 days away from 25 (aaahhhh!) I can relate to the following. I saw this and I loved it so enjoy!
Being Twenty-something - they call it the "Quarter-life Crisis. It is when you stop going along with the crowd and start realizing that there are many things about yourself that you didn't know and may not like.
You start feeling insecure and wonder where you will be in a year or two, but then get scared because you barely know where you are now.
You start realizing that people are selfish and that, maybe, those friends that you thought you were so close to aren't exactly the greatest people you have ever met, and the people you have lost touch with are some of the most important ones.
What you don't recognize is that they are realizing that too, and aren't really cold, catty, mean or insincere, but that they are as confused as you.
You look at your job ... and it is not even close to what you thought you would be doing, or maybe you are looking for a job and realizing that you are going to have to start at the bottom and that scares you.
Your opinions have gotten stronger. You see what others are doing and find yourself judging more than usual because suddenly you realize that you have certain boundaries in your life and are constantly adding things to your list of what is acceptable and what isn't.
One minute, you are insecure and then the next, secure. You laugh and cry with the greatest force of your life. You feel alone and scared and confused. Suddenly, change is the enemy and you try and cling on to the past with dear life, but soon realize that the past is drifting further and further away, and there is nothing to do but stay where you are or move forward.
You get your heart broken and wonder how someone you loved could do such damage to you. Or you lie in bed and wonder why you can't meet anyone decent enough that you want to get to know better. Or maybe you love someone but love someone else too and cannot figure out why you are doing this because you know that you aren't a bad person. One night stands and random hook ups start to look cheap. Getting wasted and acting like an idiot don't seem as fun.
You go through the same emotions and questions over and over, and talk with your friends about the same topics because you cannot seem to make a decision. You worry about loans, money, the future and making a life for yourself... and while winning the race would be great, right now you'd just like to be a contender!
What you may not realize is that everyone reading this relates to it. We are in our best of times and our worst of times, trying as hard as we can to figure this whole thing out.
Being Twenty-something - they call it the "Quarter-life Crisis. It is when you stop going along with the crowd and start realizing that there are many things about yourself that you didn't know and may not like.
You start feeling insecure and wonder where you will be in a year or two, but then get scared because you barely know where you are now.
You start realizing that people are selfish and that, maybe, those friends that you thought you were so close to aren't exactly the greatest people you have ever met, and the people you have lost touch with are some of the most important ones.
What you don't recognize is that they are realizing that too, and aren't really cold, catty, mean or insincere, but that they are as confused as you.
You look at your job ... and it is not even close to what you thought you would be doing, or maybe you are looking for a job and realizing that you are going to have to start at the bottom and that scares you.
Your opinions have gotten stronger. You see what others are doing and find yourself judging more than usual because suddenly you realize that you have certain boundaries in your life and are constantly adding things to your list of what is acceptable and what isn't.
One minute, you are insecure and then the next, secure. You laugh and cry with the greatest force of your life. You feel alone and scared and confused. Suddenly, change is the enemy and you try and cling on to the past with dear life, but soon realize that the past is drifting further and further away, and there is nothing to do but stay where you are or move forward.
You get your heart broken and wonder how someone you loved could do such damage to you. Or you lie in bed and wonder why you can't meet anyone decent enough that you want to get to know better. Or maybe you love someone but love someone else too and cannot figure out why you are doing this because you know that you aren't a bad person. One night stands and random hook ups start to look cheap. Getting wasted and acting like an idiot don't seem as fun.
You go through the same emotions and questions over and over, and talk with your friends about the same topics because you cannot seem to make a decision. You worry about loans, money, the future and making a life for yourself... and while winning the race would be great, right now you'd just like to be a contender!
What you may not realize is that everyone reading this relates to it. We are in our best of times and our worst of times, trying as hard as we can to figure this whole thing out.
Monday, September 15, 2008
209 Reunion #4 - Portland, OR
Some photos from my trip to Portland with 209 :)
Night on the town in Portland
Posing in the Wilson's garden
Frolicking on the Coast....
Mmmmm Dairy Queen :)
Back in SF me and Jess made friends...
Night on the town in Portland
Posing in the Wilson's garden
Frolicking on the Coast....
Mmmmm Dairy Queen :)
Back in SF me and Jess made friends...
Wednesday, September 3, 2008
Peace Out Bay Area!
I'm off to Portland for the long weekend. Thank god ... I needed a vacation sooooooo bad.
Some highlights...
Friday - Spa Day!
Saturday - Wineries and trip to the Beach
...photos to come...
Some highlights...
Friday - Spa Day!
Saturday - Wineries and trip to the Beach
...photos to come...
Tuesday, September 2, 2008
Welcome to September
First and foremost I cannot believe it is already September. I know I've been saying that every month but its no less true. Where did 2008 go??
As my birthday month should be, September is booked solid with vacations, house guests, events and birthdays ... and I'm excited about it.
Here is an events preview:
9/4-9/8 - Portland
9/7 - Luke's Birthday
9/8-9/11 - Jess in SF
9/11 - I get my stitches out!
9/13 - A's v. Rangers game w/ Grandfar
9/15-9/18 - Macy's Fashion Wk Volunteering/Attending
9/19 - Bliss Spa Day w/ Maraya
9/21 - My 25th Birthday! (and the first day of Fall)
9/27 - Cal Academy Preview Grand Opening!
9/28 - Giants v. Dodgers - Fan Appreciation Day
...coming soon.... Adventures in Portland and my first spray tan experience
As my birthday month should be, September is booked solid with vacations, house guests, events and birthdays ... and I'm excited about it.
Here is an events preview:
9/4-9/8 - Portland
9/7 - Luke's Birthday
9/8-9/11 - Jess in SF
9/11 - I get my stitches out!
9/13 - A's v. Rangers game w/ Grandfar
9/15-9/18 - Macy's Fashion Wk Volunteering/Attending
9/19 - Bliss Spa Day w/ Maraya
9/21 - My 25th Birthday! (and the first day of Fall)
9/27 - Cal Academy Preview Grand Opening!
9/28 - Giants v. Dodgers - Fan Appreciation Day
...coming soon.... Adventures in Portland and my first spray tan experience
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