11/15/10
I went To Carlsbad to listen to a lecture by Rebecca Newberger Goldstein about her book, 36 Arguments for the Existence of God, a Work of Fiction. It was a great lecture that I enjoyed very much.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rebecca_Goldstein
http://www.nytimes.com/2010/01/21/books/21book.html
Saturday, January 29, 2011
USC 110610
We met to the Brown's early becaust we had reservations for Lawry's Tailgate. It was a little expensive but the drinks were included. We got there and had a nice table just outside the coliseum. The food and drinks were good. Can't complain about a thing.
Went to the game. USC finally pulled out a close one this year. We won 34-33. Good times.
Noah was home for a wedding so we drove back home after the game.
Went to the game. USC finally pulled out a close one this year. We won 34-33. Good times.
Noah was home for a wedding so we drove back home after the game.
USC Homecoming 2010
10/30/10
We have not had much luck at Homecoming the past few years. We got up early and headed to USC. Lots of things to do on campus for Homecoming. B won a Marshall School of Business Pack and Russ won a certificate for courses at USC. Winner winner chicken dinner.
The game was close in the first half, but Oregon took over and won 53-32. They have a quirky offense that allows them to win during the regular season, but given time for defenses to prepare, like in the Bowl games they lose. Last two years, just saying.
We ate dinner there at the Coliseum then back to the B and B.
It was not fun but you always support your school. We live to play again. Fight on USC.
We have not had much luck at Homecoming the past few years. We got up early and headed to USC. Lots of things to do on campus for Homecoming. B won a Marshall School of Business Pack and Russ won a certificate for courses at USC. Winner winner chicken dinner.
The game was close in the first half, but Oregon took over and won 53-32. They have a quirky offense that allows them to win during the regular season, but given time for defenses to prepare, like in the Bowl games they lose. Last two years, just saying.
We ate dinner there at the Coliseum then back to the B and B.
It was not fun but you always support your school. We live to play again. Fight on USC.
Niece's 40th B Day
Oct 24, 2010
Betsy was throwing a 40th B Day party for Christine at Connie and Russ's house. It was a little early because of USC football. We arrived early to help with the setup. Her sister Denise came from North Carolina with her daughter Lauran. It was going to be quite a surprise if we could pull it off. Everything was going fine until it decided to rain and we had to move everything inside.
We had a great setup outside on the patio. We quickly moved everything inside. The guest started to arrive and we were anticipating the arrival of the guest of honor. I was upstairs looking out a window watching for them to pull up in the drive way.
I saw the car and quickly alerted all guest. Christine was so surprised when she opened the door. I was still upstairs so I personally didn't see her reaction to Denise and Lauran but the photos I saw was great. It was truely terrific surprise. The guest list included friends young and old.
There was one person at the party that truly deserves mention, Johnnie Colter. He came with Missy and he was an infectious person. He was so happy and was quite a personality. He talked to everyone there and made everyone feel like he was their friend, and it only got better after a little alcohol. Johnnie is the lead singer of Scifin, a LA rock band that plays some pretty good music. He also played basketball at Virginia Tech and is 6'9". He towered over everyone there.
"I love you man" became the mantra of the night. I love that and will not forget that.
Jen and Brian were there and please see their blog for pictures listed below.
http://www.facebook.com/pages/SCIFIN/121386651125
http://jenandbrianingram.blogspot.com/2010/12/cousins-surprise-40th-party.html
Betsy was throwing a 40th B Day party for Christine at Connie and Russ's house. It was a little early because of USC football. We arrived early to help with the setup. Her sister Denise came from North Carolina with her daughter Lauran. It was going to be quite a surprise if we could pull it off. Everything was going fine until it decided to rain and we had to move everything inside.
We had a great setup outside on the patio. We quickly moved everything inside. The guest started to arrive and we were anticipating the arrival of the guest of honor. I was upstairs looking out a window watching for them to pull up in the drive way.
I saw the car and quickly alerted all guest. Christine was so surprised when she opened the door. I was still upstairs so I personally didn't see her reaction to Denise and Lauran but the photos I saw was great. It was truely terrific surprise. The guest list included friends young and old.
There was one person at the party that truly deserves mention, Johnnie Colter. He came with Missy and he was an infectious person. He was so happy and was quite a personality. He talked to everyone there and made everyone feel like he was their friend, and it only got better after a little alcohol. Johnnie is the lead singer of Scifin, a LA rock band that plays some pretty good music. He also played basketball at Virginia Tech and is 6'9". He towered over everyone there.
"I love you man" became the mantra of the night. I love that and will not forget that.
Jen and Brian were there and please see their blog for pictures listed below.
http://www.facebook.com/pages/SCIFIN/121386651125
http://jenandbrianingram.blogspot.com/2010/12/cousins-surprise-40th-party.html
Wednesday, January 26, 2011
USC vs Cal
Oct 16, 2010
The game time was 12:30 so I took Friday off and we headed to Orange County to do some shopping then to my sister's to spend the night so we could get an early start on Saturday. We got up Saturday and had a quick breakfast then the four of us headed for the Coliseum. USC was 4-2 coming off 2 straight losses. We were afraid we were going to get some major sunburn, but the weather cooperated and it was cloudy and overcast.
USC played great and we walked away with a 48-14 victory. I like those kind of games.
I wanted to try a new restaurant in West Hollywood for dinner after the game so I made reservations at Ketchup right on Sunset Blvd.
http://www.dolcegroup.com/ then click on Ketchup
We started with a threesome. And for those of you whose minds are in the gutters, no it wasn't that. Garlic parmesan, sweet potato and cajun fries with 5 different ketchups- BBQ, Mango, Ranch, Maple And Chipolte. It was really good. We ate BBQ Baby Back Pork Ribs, Chicken Florentine and Shrimp Scampi. The dinner was good.
We took this one from our table. Great houses on the hills.
On the way back to the B and B we took a different way and I missed the freeway onramp and we got stuck in the Halloween traffic at Universal Studios Haunted House. Finally made it back. That was a long day.
The game time was 12:30 so I took Friday off and we headed to Orange County to do some shopping then to my sister's to spend the night so we could get an early start on Saturday. We got up Saturday and had a quick breakfast then the four of us headed for the Coliseum. USC was 4-2 coming off 2 straight losses. We were afraid we were going to get some major sunburn, but the weather cooperated and it was cloudy and overcast.
USC played great and we walked away with a 48-14 victory. I like those kind of games.
I wanted to try a new restaurant in West Hollywood for dinner after the game so I made reservations at Ketchup right on Sunset Blvd.
http://www.dolcegroup.com/ then click on Ketchup
We started with a threesome. And for those of you whose minds are in the gutters, no it wasn't that. Garlic parmesan, sweet potato and cajun fries with 5 different ketchups- BBQ, Mango, Ranch, Maple And Chipolte. It was really good. We ate BBQ Baby Back Pork Ribs, Chicken Florentine and Shrimp Scampi. The dinner was good.
On the way back to the B and B we took a different way and I missed the freeway onramp and we got stuck in the Halloween traffic at Universal Studios Haunted House. Finally made it back. That was a long day.
Tuesday, November 2, 2010
Dave Koz CD Release Party
October 14, 2010
B scored wrist bands to a new CD release party. It was in our backyard at the Rancho Bernardo Inn.
Veranda Fireside Lounge and Restaurant
More Info We're bringing Dave Koz to the Rancho Bernardo Inn for the CD Release Party of his newest album, "Hello Tomorrow." Dave Koz will be performing a live mini-set and Kelly Cole will be on-hand hosting a Q and A session.
We learned from the last one and got there earlier so we could get seats. B had some tacos and I waited until after to eat.
Dave Koz is a saxophonist. He usually plays soprano or alto saxophones, but sometimes plays tenor. The music was great and it is a tremendous setting looking out over the golf course. He played several new songs and explained the insiration for them. It was a nice mellow evening.
B scored wrist bands to a new CD release party. It was in our backyard at the Rancho Bernardo Inn.
Veranda Fireside Lounge and Restaurant
More Info We're bringing Dave Koz to the Rancho Bernardo Inn for the CD Release Party of his newest album, "Hello Tomorrow." Dave Koz will be performing a live mini-set and Kelly Cole will be on-hand hosting a Q and A session.
We learned from the last one and got there earlier so we could get seats. B had some tacos and I waited until after to eat.
Dave Koz is a saxophonist. He usually plays soprano or alto saxophones, but sometimes plays tenor. The music was great and it is a tremendous setting looking out over the golf course. He played several new songs and explained the insiration for them. It was a nice mellow evening.
USC vs Washington
October 2 and 3, 2010
We got going in the morning to drive to Connie and Russ's house. We stay at what my sister calls, the B and B. The accomodations are great and the breakfasts the next morning are fantastic. We got there without incident (110 miles) and ate lunch. Pizza from a local place. It was really good. We picked up sandwiches at Panera for our dinner at the game. We then drove to USC. Ran into some traffic as we were approaching downtown, but Russ knows all the shortcuts. We spent some time on campus looking at the new student union and bookstore.
USC was 4-0 heading into this game. There was a subplot to this game. Steve Sarkisian and Lane Kiffin both were at USC during the Pete Carroll reign. Kiffin moved first to the Oakland Raiders, then to the University of Tennessee before coming back to USC. Sarkisian left USC to be the head coach at University of Washington. During the week both played down any rilalry between them on the local radio shows. Washington beat USC last year in Seatlle and that started the downward spiral for Pete Carroll in his last year. After 7 consecutive BCS bowls, 7 Pac 10 Tiltles and no losses in November for 21 straight games the wheels came off the bus. Pete then left for the NFL.
The game started okay. USC jumped out to a 7-0 lead. Then fell behind 17-7. At halftime usc clinged to a 21-20 lead. Washington seemed able to move the ball and our defense could not get the big stop when it needed one. We were ahead 31-29 but we missed a 40 yard field goal. It seems Pete forgot to leave us a defense and a kicker. Washington got the ball and drove down the field, converting a 4th down and 11. With no time on the clock they kicked a field goal to win 32-31. Disappointing!
We drove back to the house. We chatted, watched the recorded lingerie football game and had Manhattans. Off to bed.
Got up the next morning and Connie made a fabulous breakfast. Always a starter like yogurt with granola or a smoothie. Today we had French Toast.
Drove back to San Diego, a great weekend that could have been better with a win.
We got going in the morning to drive to Connie and Russ's house. We stay at what my sister calls, the B and B. The accomodations are great and the breakfasts the next morning are fantastic. We got there without incident (110 miles) and ate lunch. Pizza from a local place. It was really good. We picked up sandwiches at Panera for our dinner at the game. We then drove to USC. Ran into some traffic as we were approaching downtown, but Russ knows all the shortcuts. We spent some time on campus looking at the new student union and bookstore.
USC was 4-0 heading into this game. There was a subplot to this game. Steve Sarkisian and Lane Kiffin both were at USC during the Pete Carroll reign. Kiffin moved first to the Oakland Raiders, then to the University of Tennessee before coming back to USC. Sarkisian left USC to be the head coach at University of Washington. During the week both played down any rilalry between them on the local radio shows. Washington beat USC last year in Seatlle and that started the downward spiral for Pete Carroll in his last year. After 7 consecutive BCS bowls, 7 Pac 10 Tiltles and no losses in November for 21 straight games the wheels came off the bus. Pete then left for the NFL.
The game started okay. USC jumped out to a 7-0 lead. Then fell behind 17-7. At halftime usc clinged to a 21-20 lead. Washington seemed able to move the ball and our defense could not get the big stop when it needed one. We were ahead 31-29 but we missed a 40 yard field goal. It seems Pete forgot to leave us a defense and a kicker. Washington got the ball and drove down the field, converting a 4th down and 11. With no time on the clock they kicked a field goal to win 32-31. Disappointing!
We drove back to the house. We chatted, watched the recorded lingerie football game and had Manhattans. Off to bed.
Got up the next morning and Connie made a fabulous breakfast. Always a starter like yogurt with granola or a smoothie. Today we had French Toast.
Drove back to San Diego, a great weekend that could have been better with a win.
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