Archive for 2004

2004-08-10

Apparently Kim is trying to make more friends for us out in KC. She met someone who might be moving into our apartment complex. Mike who is the new trainee at her office is also living in town now. Looks like we could have plenty to do this week if we didn’t work out all the time…

I had a hockey game last night, and I think it was one of our best played games, but we still somehow lost. I should have had a few goals, but just couldn’t bury the stupid puck. The other team had a youngster in net for the second period and he alone denied me two times. Guess the game was frustrating enough for everyone, we didn’t even hang out in the parking lot afterwards. Oh well, it gave me time to catch up on a few computer things before bed…

2004-08-09

Kim and I both fell asleep super early last Thursday night, and I think I needed it to get ready for the party that was this weekend…

Friday we took a half day and flew direct to Cincinnati on Delta. I like doing this so much better than flying to Indy or whatever else we have done. One and half hours max and you are done with the trip. We got in around 6, and Kim’s college roommate (Amy) picked us up. We went over to her apartment to get ready to meet up with some people and go out for the night. We decided that we would go to Christy’s in Clifton for dinner. Courtney and my good buddy Liam both met up with us there. I had a turkey reuben, and it was excellent! Kim’s cousin Katie works there and showed up as we were finishing up dinner. We then decided that we were going to Mt. Adams for the rest of the night. This is where the night got funny and interesting both at the same time. Liam and I were going to take his car over to Amy’s apartment and head out from there. We get in his car and realize that he has no gas and it requires diesel. We had no idea where to get diesel so we just decided to take a cab directly to Mt. Adams and meet up with the girls there. The cab driver shows up and we have the typical cab conversation asking where the driver is from, where he has lived, etc. Through this conversation we learn that this particular driver has only driven in Cincinnati for 10 days. However, he did say that he had been to Mt. Adams a few times this past week. We almost make it there on our first try, but we missed one crucial turn. We ended up on the highway going north, away from where we want to be. He tells us to ignore the meter at that point and we would just have to pay the $10 that it was currently showing. I think the total amount should have been less than $10, but oh well he was obviously having a rough day. I’m not sure the order of everything, but I know we were in Kentucky at one point, we went up the mainstreet bar district downtown at least 2 times, etc. When we finally got to Mt. Adams the meter said $35, and I think we were in the cab for almost an hour. The girls had almost given up on us. The rest of the night was a pretty typical Mt. Adams night, a good time on the town…

Saturday we hung around with Kim’s family for a little bit, playing some flag football with the kids, until it was time to head downtown to get ready for the wedding. We were staying with my parents and brother Tim at the Garfield Suites. I’m sure this place was really nice at one time, but it is definitely showing its age. The suites were very large and spacious, but I think the TV was older than I am. The wedding was at the Verdin Bell & Clock Museum, which is in the old St. Paul’s church. If you follow the link, you can see just how pretty the building is. The nice thing about this place is that both the service and the reception were in the same place. The have everything setup for a service when you get there, and after that is over, everyone goes to the courtyard for drinks and hors dourves. While this is going on the inside is setup for a reception with tables and chairs along with a dance floor. We all had a great time, and it was good to see so many people that I hadn’t seen in a long time, all of the old Lake Cumberland houseboat people…
Sunday we spent most of the day with Kim’s family, after having a lunch with mine. A fun and tiring weekend…

2004-08-05

It’s been a pretty typical week so far. I have started playing hockey 2 times a week though. Just played again yesterday. This is more of a pickup game with the same guys each week, just different team. No refs, no keeping track of the score, etc. It’s pretty quick hockey though, so hopefully I can get good again…

Tomorrow we fly back to Cincinnati for my good friend Amy’s wedding. I wish I would have planned it out better to see DMB tonight. Oh well, just a couple weeks away is the KC show. I’m sure this weekend is going to be a blast. If you are around friday, let me know since I don’t have anything planned yet…

2004-08-03

Sorry about not posting yesterday, but I was super busy yesterday with work and catching up on all my usual internet activities. Well obviously FBTE was a great time. It is so hard to sum up such a wonderful time, so I won’t even try. I never want these weekends to end though, too much fun with such a large group of great friends. Not much else you can really ask for. Now the long wait until this years Hammerstein shows begins. Hopefully all of us can make it to NYC once again, for some more great times and memories!
The only bad thing about the weekend was the loss of my digital camera. I’m not sure if someone took it, if it’s still hidden under a bed somewhere or what, but hopefully it turns up. If you see anything strange on ebay let me know. I rarely lose anything, but I guess when I do it is usually something pretty important or of a pretty good value. Oh well, not much I can do now except for keep bugging the hotel…

2004-07-30

So tonight I went to the String Cheese Incident for free thanks to The Planet. Obviously I was headed to the show by myself, but I had two tickets. I attempted to get some beer money for the show, but all of the people standing around outside looking for tickets didn’t have any money. I decided to just give the ticket to this one guy, who then proceeded to give me a hug. Aren’t hippies great? :) So I headed inside to see a nice taping section setup right behind the soundboard. The security had given all tapers the 2 rows immediately behind the board. The past two shows I have been to at the Uptown have had something like this, the other show was of course moe. I think that all bands should have a designated taper area, even if it is just a couple of those portable cages. It makes everything so much easier. The show was great, those guys really can jam, and their production isn’t too bad either. Legendary blues guitarist Taj Mahal (link has sound, beware!) was in town for his own show, and I guess he came over to the Uptown after his show. SCI and Taj Mahal came out for a second encore to play a tune. How cool is that? I’m glad I went…

Tomorrow afternoon I’m headed to Cleveland for this years Feelin’ Better Than Everfine Festival. I’m sure this is gonna be a great time. Updates when I return…

2004-07-28

I ended up just meeting up with guys at the Brooksider. Had a cigar and a few drinks, fun times! Tonight, we are all going spinning again…
I think I should catch up on some sleep tonight…

2004-07-27

I almost forgot to update this today…
So I left work around 5 last night and headed towards downtown. I tried to meet up with Jerry and whoever else, but couldn’t get ahold of him, so I went to a pizza place for some food and a couple beers. A friend of mine named Dawn from out here in KC who goes to a ton of shows met up with me, and we went into the show shortly after doors opened. I got all of my gear setup, and talked to most of the guys in OAR and the crew. Nathanson started about 8, and played a rocking set full band style. He used to play with just him and Matt Fish on cello, but has since added a band. I wasn’t sure what I would think, but I loved it. I think the band adds to his sound, just as Marc Broussards band does. Howie Day played after Matt and bored me to sleep almost. I don’t mind him in small doses, but the hour long set about did it for me. And of course OAR played an excellent set after Howie. I got to hear two songs I’ve never seen live and a few other tunes that are pretty rare, so that is always nice. The lights are amazing this tour. Wow. I took some pictures, but I’m not sure they all will turn out very well. A good night out on the town…

I’m not sure what I’m gonna do tonight. There is another OAR show in Omaha, which is 2.5 hours away (doesn’t seem very likely), there is a John Mayer and Maroon 5 show at Sandstone that I would go to for free, or I could hang out with Phil and Todd at the Brooksider or something. We’ll see what happens…

2004-07-26

Friday I met up with Kim along with Doni & Phil at a wine tasting at a store just down the road from their house. Fortunately for me, it was more of a beer tasting, with just a couple bottles of wine. One that I remember trying and buying was Kelpie Seaweed Ale, which is actually much better than it sounds. We also bought some Russian beers and even one from St. Louis. The names of all of the others are escaping me right now. We took our purchases over to Doni & Phil’s and yes they were drinking too. :)

Saturday was a rainy day, all it did was rain. Kim and I took care of some errands and even found time to see Fahrenheit 9/11. Very interesting movie, although most people probably already know that. Kim and I are a little slow in getting to the movies. I’m convinced that Michael Moore can prove any point he wants to, he is a pretty good film maker. I’ll just leave it at that, I’m not very political, and I don’t really know enough about all of this stuff…

Sunday was the usual day as always. We did get a game of golf in though. We had to play the par 3 since the water on the regular course was too high. Kim and I both got 44’s, which is only 17 over par. I think we are getting better maybe, haha.

Tonight is the night, OAR in KC. Should be a great night!

2004-07-23

So I won tickets to the OAR show yesterday from 97.3 The Planet. The DJ that I’ve met quite a few times (Misti) was the one who answered the phone. I thought for a second that she wasn’t going to give them to me. :) Anyway, I’m pumped for this show!

It’s FRIDAY! I don’t think we have much of anything planned for this weekend, but I’m sure it will be a nice one. The weather is supposed to be great!

2004-07-22

Tuesday night Kim was out of town in Iowa (don’t you feel sorry for her?), so I got a chance to get in some valuable computer time. I finished up my American Cherry recording from Pig-Fest and got a good start on my Pomeroy recording. I should have Pomeroy done in the next couple days, I just need some more time…

Last night we had our largest crowd ever at our weekly spinning class. Of course Kim and I were there, but we were joined by both Phil and Todd. Phil has been going more than we have recently, and Todd wanted to give it another shot…
Afterward, we all met up at the brooksider for $2 drink night. Nothing like drinking Makers Mark for $2. :)

Tonight I think we are back to the gym for a quick run, then I’m not sure. I’m getting really excited for next week. 2 OAR shows in one week, that is something I haven’t had in quite some time!! (if you don’t count the Deer Creek shows)