No reason for this... except it's funny as can be!
Monday, July 9, 2007
Sunday, July 8, 2007
Gay Day at Petco Park with the Padres!
Congratulations to the San Diego Padres, for being decent and respectful to the gay community and our annual Pride Celebration. This year, as part of Pride, Petco Park and the Padres held "Gay Day at the Park." More than 1,000 gay and lesbian fans attended, making us the single largest group in attendance by far.
The Padres lost to the Braves, 5-4, but it was a nail-biter that went to the very last strike. It was a great game and an even better experience. And a special thank you the San Diego Gay Mens Chorus for their amazing rendition of the National Anthem.
The Padres lost to the Braves, 5-4, but it was a nail-biter that went to the very last strike. It was a great game and an even better experience. And a special thank you the San Diego Gay Mens Chorus for their amazing rendition of the National Anthem.
Because this stuff just happens to us...
Brandy and I. On the town.
Ric dropped us off at Bourbon Street, where we hung out, had a beer or two, and chatted with the cool DJ. From there, we wandered over to Cheers. We had a drink or two there, then decided it was time to find someplace more fun. As we were leaving, we met a guy sitting by the door. He kept trying to get us to head to another bar with he and his friend, but we agreed only to give him our phone number and have him text message us later.
So we hopped into a cab and went to Redwing. We were enjoying our drink, and he sent us a message. "I'm coming to get you in my limo, so meet me outside and let's go have some fun!" Yep. He had rented a limo for the night just because he wanted to have a few drinks and not worry about driving or finding a cab. And he had decided that Brandy and I had to be part of that fun.
He picked us up and we all headed to the Loft in Hillcrest. We quickly realized that he had already enjoyed all the alcohol he needed, and we talked to his friend about taking him home. He agreed it was a good idea, so we all hopped back in the limo for the ride downtown. Once there, though, he and his friend said, "take the limo and go have fun."
So we did. We headed over to North Park and danced at Bacchus House until they closed the place down. And then, to cap off the morning, we went with the two security guards out to breakfast. We came in sometime around 4:30am, and crashed out totally exhausted.
What a great night. And is it my fault this sort of fun just finds us?
Ric dropped us off at Bourbon Street, where we hung out, had a beer or two, and chatted with the cool DJ. From there, we wandered over to Cheers. We had a drink or two there, then decided it was time to find someplace more fun. As we were leaving, we met a guy sitting by the door. He kept trying to get us to head to another bar with he and his friend, but we agreed only to give him our phone number and have him text message us later.
So we hopped into a cab and went to Redwing. We were enjoying our drink, and he sent us a message. "I'm coming to get you in my limo, so meet me outside and let's go have some fun!" Yep. He had rented a limo for the night just because he wanted to have a few drinks and not worry about driving or finding a cab. And he had decided that Brandy and I had to be part of that fun.
He picked us up and we all headed to the Loft in Hillcrest. We quickly realized that he had already enjoyed all the alcohol he needed, and we talked to his friend about taking him home. He agreed it was a good idea, so we all hopped back in the limo for the ride downtown. Once there, though, he and his friend said, "take the limo and go have fun."
So we did. We headed over to North Park and danced at Bacchus House until they closed the place down. And then, to cap off the morning, we went with the two security guards out to breakfast. We came in sometime around 4:30am, and crashed out totally exhausted.
What a great night. And is it my fault this sort of fun just finds us?
Another Great Night with Friends
My buddy Brooks has two circles of great friends - the Marine Corps and the San Diego Police Department. And when those two circles meet, it's a good time indeed.
Brooks invited me over for a few drinks and to catch up, since we work different schedules and free time together to hang out is pretty rare. When I got there, I realized he had also invited over several of his police officer buddies.
It was pretty cool to be there with them and listen to them shoot the breeze. Most of the cops there were also former active duty Marines, so I didn't feel left out. It was more a chance to listen in and hear the back stories of some of the cop adventures.
And, of course, it was only a matter of time before uniformed cops arrived and threw me in handcuffs. Did I mention that was one of the highlights of the night?
Brooks invited me over for a few drinks and to catch up, since we work different schedules and free time together to hang out is pretty rare. When I got there, I realized he had also invited over several of his police officer buddies.
It was pretty cool to be there with them and listen to them shoot the breeze. Most of the cops there were also former active duty Marines, so I didn't feel left out. It was more a chance to listen in and hear the back stories of some of the cop adventures.
And, of course, it was only a matter of time before uniformed cops arrived and threw me in handcuffs. Did I mention that was one of the highlights of the night?
A Visit from my friend, Andrea
It's always great when Andrea comes to town, because she's fun, fabulous, and always makes me laugh. So why would this last visit be any different?
Andrea made plans to come to San Diego and hang out with another friend for the weekend. But, lucky for me, those plans fell through. She already had a room at the Hotel Solamar downtown, so we decided to spend the evening there and then check out The Gaslamp.
First, we enjoyed a delicious margarita in her room, overlooking the Stingaree rooftop patio bar. Then we wandered down to the hotel "Living Room," where we enjoyed an hour of free beer and wine. We also met Andre, another guest at the hotel, who hung out with us most of the evening.
Our next stop was the j-Bar, which is the hotel's poolside bar and hotspot. By the time the sun went down, it looked like this:
Cool, huh? By this point, our group had expanded to eight people. We decided to grab dinner at Fred's Mexican Cafe'. Good food and better margaritas, so it was all good.
We lost a few from our group after dinner. We wandered around a bit, then finally made it to Tivoli's for more drinks and a little pool playing. The night ended with a stop at Bondi, the Australian bar. By the time I made it back to the room, I was absolutly beat. But it was a great visit.
Come back soon, Andrea. I miss you when you stay away too long!
It's always great when Andrea comes to town, because she's fun, fabulous, and always makes me laugh. So why would this last visit be any different?
Andrea made plans to come to San Diego and hang out with another friend for the weekend. But, lucky for me, those plans fell through. She already had a room at the Hotel Solamar downtown, so we decided to spend the evening there and then check out The Gaslamp.
First, we enjoyed a delicious margarita in her room, overlooking the Stingaree rooftop patio bar. Then we wandered down to the hotel "Living Room," where we enjoyed an hour of free beer and wine. We also met Andre, another guest at the hotel, who hung out with us most of the evening.
Our next stop was the j-Bar, which is the hotel's poolside bar and hotspot. By the time the sun went down, it looked like this:
Cool, huh? By this point, our group had expanded to eight people. We decided to grab dinner at Fred's Mexican Cafe'. Good food and better margaritas, so it was all good.
We lost a few from our group after dinner. We wandered around a bit, then finally made it to Tivoli's for more drinks and a little pool playing. The night ended with a stop at Bondi, the Australian bar. By the time I made it back to the room, I was absolutly beat. But it was a great visit.
Come back soon, Andrea. I miss you when you stay away too long!
The Good Life, courtesy of Ric
While I was enjoying Vegas, Ric was hard at work in the backyard making one of my wishes come true. He got my hammock put up. Oh, heavenly day, indeed. It was a lot of work - digging the holes, setting the poles in concrete, fixing the chains, etc. But for me, I just had to come home and crawl into it. The good life, folks. It really is a great way to go through this world.
And the best part? I looked at the concrete he poured to hold one of the poles. I noticed he had written something on it, and I assumed it was the date. Nope. This is what he wrote:
While I was enjoying Vegas, Ric was hard at work in the backyard making one of my wishes come true. He got my hammock put up. Oh, heavenly day, indeed. It was a lot of work - digging the holes, setting the poles in concrete, fixing the chains, etc. But for me, I just had to come home and crawl into it. The good life, folks. It really is a great way to go through this world.
And the best part? I looked at the concrete he poured to hold one of the poles. I noticed he had written something on it, and I assumed it was the date. Nope. This is what he wrote:
'Cuz I love John. Ric
Hangs up and Delays
Every now and then, I get hung up trying to write something that just won't seem to come together. And because I am so OCD about my blog that I want everything to be in chronological order, I delay posting anything new until the blocked issue sorts itself out.
That is the problem I am having now. My Marine Corps reunion in Las Vegas was an unbelievable experience, and I am so far unable to put it into words. I can say, imagine carrying a horrible burden for nearly 20 years, and then, almost in a moment, that burden is lifted. Honestly, I am still stunned and in a bit of a shock, and I can't seem to get the words down on paper.
So, that's the delay. I suppose I will cheat with a placeholder or two and get myself caught up.
Every now and then, I get hung up trying to write something that just won't seem to come together. And because I am so OCD about my blog that I want everything to be in chronological order, I delay posting anything new until the blocked issue sorts itself out.
That is the problem I am having now. My Marine Corps reunion in Las Vegas was an unbelievable experience, and I am so far unable to put it into words. I can say, imagine carrying a horrible burden for nearly 20 years, and then, almost in a moment, that burden is lifted. Honestly, I am still stunned and in a bit of a shock, and I can't seem to get the words down on paper.
So, that's the delay. I suppose I will cheat with a placeholder or two and get myself caught up.
Wednesday, June 27, 2007
I know... I know...
I am terrible lately about updating this blog. I need to get my act together and let people know I am still alive and well in Sunny San Diego!
Patience, people. I'll get caught up this weekend and bring you up to speed on everything!
Patience, people. I'll get caught up this weekend and bring you up to speed on everything!
Sunday, June 10, 2007
Camp Pendleton Mud Run - June 2007
Today was the Mud Run at Camp Pendleton. I opted out, since I am not up to full speed yet, but my friend Sonya was ready for a day in the mud!
This is the crowd, before the race...
And this is Sonya, after the race...
Sonya, posing with her new Mud Buddies...
And here is Sonya, me, Brian, Kim, and John W.
This is the crowd, before the race...
And this is Sonya, after the race...
Sonya, posing with her new Mud Buddies...
And here is Sonya, me, Brian, Kim, and John W.
Brandy and John - Out on the Town
Just because I have not been feeling 100% does not mean I have to stay home and mope around the house. Brandy and I went out Friday and we both let off a bit o' steam!
It was a great night, like a warm-up for our upcoming Vegas trip. Look out, Sin City, here we come!
It was a great night, like a warm-up for our upcoming Vegas trip. Look out, Sin City, here we come!
Friday, June 8, 2007
Dance, White Boy, Dance
I can't figure out if this is a joke, and both these guys are in on it, or if it really is as it appears, and one roommate really did capture the other guy unaware. Either way, I think the dancing white boy rocks. What the heck is wrong with letting yourself go and throwing down?
The puppies, after the trip to the Vet
They are so pitiful right now. They came home still a bit drugged, and it was all they could do to keep their little eyes open.
Oh well, it's important that they are neutered. We certainly do not want more a little of puppies!
Oh well, it's important that they are neutered. We certainly do not want more a little of puppies!
Thursday, June 7, 2007
Sorry, Puppies...
Today is the day. Ric and I have to take the puppies to the vet to get spade. Lord knows, we do not need either of them getting out into the neighborhood and getting pregnant. Ack! No, we can not handle a litter of puppies.
So, off to the vet. Poor things. It's going to be a rough day and tough night for them.
So, off to the vet. Poor things. It's going to be a rough day and tough night for them.
Back in the groove
So it's been a week now, and I am back in the groove of eating healthier and working out. It's depressing as hell to think about all the work I did from March to October of last year, losing 30 pounds and getting into such better shape, just to put it all back on. *sigh*
But, that was then and this is now, right? I did it before and I can do it again. In fact, because I have already done it, I have no excuses for not doing it better this time. I know what it takes and there is no reason I can not get it right - and stay in shape - this time around.
I am posting this photo of me from back in September, when I bought a pair of jeans that with a 32 inch waist and slim cut. It's my reminder of what I already did and my motivation for doing it again!
But, that was then and this is now, right? I did it before and I can do it again. In fact, because I have already done it, I have no excuses for not doing it better this time. I know what it takes and there is no reason I can not get it right - and stay in shape - this time around.
I am posting this photo of me from back in September, when I bought a pair of jeans that with a 32 inch waist and slim cut. It's my reminder of what I already did and my motivation for doing it again!
Tuesday, June 5, 2007
So quickly they resemble their owners...
Can you tell which dog has latched onto Ric? Could it be Ruth, with her newfound obsession with Diet Coke cans?
Monday, June 4, 2007
Joe's Goals
Notice my new blog item in the upper right corner? It's my Fitness Tracker from Joe's Goals. I am hoping that it will help me regain my focus on fitness - physical and mental.
Wish me luck and motivation!
Wish me luck and motivation!
Sunday, June 3, 2007
All Hail The Woodworkers
Here is my stepfather, Jesse, and my Grandpa, having some fun in the woodshop. I'm guessing they are building a birdhouse, but knowing these two, it might just as likely be a place to hide a six pack of beer.
Happy building, gentlemen.
Happy building, gentlemen.
Wash Day at the Dog-O-Mat
Ric and I took Ruth and Idgie to get washed. It's a cool place, with all the tanks and dryers and assorted things you need to get the puppies nice and clean.
Here is Idgie, first in the wash tank.
Ruth, still happy before it was her turn.
After the bath, Idgie went into the warming box.
And Ruth was not so happy all wet.
But she felt better under the warm air blower.
All and all, it was a pretty successful outing. The puppies left feeling fresh and smelling clean, and that's good enough for us!
Here is Idgie, first in the wash tank.
Ruth, still happy before it was her turn.
After the bath, Idgie went into the warming box.
And Ruth was not so happy all wet.
But she felt better under the warm air blower.
All and all, it was a pretty successful outing. The puppies left feeling fresh and smelling clean, and that's good enough for us!
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