AuDs and SLPs Win Second Forfeited Game, but Lose in Scrimmage

AuDs & SLPs (2-0) notched their second win without even having to swing a bat or catch a ball. For the second week in a row the opposing team failed to have enough players to play a game. AuDs & SLPs gladly accepted Newman Cardinal's offer to play a scrimmage game. New Cardinals out-slugged AuD & SLPs 26-20. Pics courtesy of Katie R.

9/27/08 Weekend Fun

Pics and Vids from another awesome time with friends at Gary and Colin's Pad!

California Pics Posted!

Pics from September 10-18. I did a little bit of everything. Good Times!

Australia Pics Post

Hey Mates,

Instead of uploading the +600 pics that I initially took, I have narrowed it down to 194. Vids soon to come.

Cheers!



click here to view complete photo album all at once.

Blainacation: Seattle

Blainacation: Seattle

Blaine finally made his way up here to the Pacific Northwest last weekend! We go waaay back - back to days of high school in good old Santa Rosa, CA. Link to slideshow of random pics is above (click on picture).

List of activities included (in approximate order):

• Pike's Place
• Seattle Art Museum
• Space Needle
  
• Experimental Music Project (EMP)
• Funhouse (Dive Bar)
• Dick's Hamburgers
• Fremont Troll
• Redhook Brewery
• Mariner's Game
• The Res (Dive Bar)
• Gorditos (Mexican Food)
  
• Ballard Locks
• UW Campus and UW Speech and Hearing Clinic
• Schultzy's (U District Bar)
• Die Bier Stube (German Bar)
• Speechie Party
• Jumping over two chain-linked fences and suffering minor scrapes...yea...
• Cloud City Coffee

Say Wha?

Gabe's hearing is WNL (within normal limits)! Who would've thunk it? HIPAA says Gabe is an exception since I informally tested him and we go waaay back.

Early Lead Slips Away; 'AuDs and SLPs' End Regular Season with Winning Record

AuDies and Speechies (3-2) closed out the regular season with a 14-5 loss to the Boom Sticks (5-0) on 5/4. 'AuD and SLPs' held the lead 5-4 through the first two frames, however the 'Sticks capitalized on a series of walks and hits by driving in 9 runs with some pull happy offense in the later innings.




The Skip chimed in after the game: "I'm impressed! We gave these guys a run for their money in the first couple of innings. They seemed really frustrated out there...we got a kick out of them squirming a bit. But seriously, in the end, they are a solid team up and down the line up...they should try their luck in the more competitive Cascade league."

Looking back at the Spring '08 season: "We had a nice string of wins this season. I've played in teams back in college that went 0-5...so I know what it's like to lose and would be content if we had just won one game this season. But, you know, I just like throwing the ball around with these guys and gals. The bond was there that made for a really fun time...the most fun I've had on a Co-Rec team. "

In regards to the upcoming playoffs: "I've got my fingers crossed that playoffs work for the majority of the team's schedule. We are definitely ready for the competition..who knows we may see the 'Sticks again...we definitely know what they are made of and can brace ourselves if we cross paths again."

Out and About: Discovery Park

My buddy Pascal is in town. We jogged around a Discovery Park trial a couple of times (~6 miles total). The route was relatively mild. It consisted of some dirt paths and subtle inclines. In addition, some paved roads cropped up as well. The weather made for perfect running conditions. How about that, a nice sunny day in Seattle! It's always a learning experience listening/jogging with the running guru himself.

Out and About: Kent 'Burbs and Capital Hill

On Saturday, Colin and I joined the BBQ for Chad's 26th Birthday in Kent, WA. Hey, people actually ate my Spam Musubi (or what guests referred to as Spam Rolls). Hurrah for processed meat! Made sure to play some Rock Band and fiddle with Nerf toys. Oh, I forgot how much I like ice cream cake! Yum.

Later that night, I cruised on by Seattle's Capital Hill district to Lindsey and Lindsay's (classmates) - Lindse(a)y Squared - 23rd birthday party. Drinks and fun. Man, I felt like I was in college again! *Sigh*, back to the reality of another week of school. Until next weekend...

Colin, Whatcha Eating?

Bagel + Cream Cheese + Pan-Fried Spam + Sausage Patty = Spacreambausage

Camera Phone Randomness: Cookin' Steaks! & Watchin' Horror?

Yesterday night Colin, Chad and I chillaxed by BBQing steaks* and watching the "Wicker Man" remake featuring Nick Cage. Colin, once again, worked his magic with the grill . The movie attempts at horror were nothing but humorous. Eh, a good "bad" cat-scare flick makes for plentiful opportunities to add lib. Check out Colin's blog for a more in-depth movie critique.

*Check out the extreme freezer burn on my 9-month old 'strip steak re: Colin's fresh 'strip steaks!

Out and About: Seattle Area

Yesterday, my friend/colleague Kate celebrated her 28th "golden" birthday. About 20 of us went out to eat at Anthony's Restaurant on Pier 66. "Drunk" Marc complained that his "Chicken Pot Pie" tasted a little fishy - that's because he ordered the "Salmon Pot Pie!" Duh! Hehe. I really enjoyed my "Pan-Fried Oysters" served with a "Pickled Ginger Cabbage Salad."



Later that night, checked out Mike (friend) and Diana's (friend/colleague) engagement party. Enjoyed the chocolate fondue, wii, and wine. Aren't they the cutest couple? Congrats!!! Di is sporting some "bling bling" now.

Camera Phone Randomness: Back in San Francisco - Part II

Roth and I kept our tradition alive by: H & M shopping in Walnut Creek followed my bomb-ass cheap Chinese food down the street - I think this is our 3rd doing it. Spent the remainder of my California adventure chillaxing. Had Pho before my flight back to Seattle.

Camera Phone Randomness: St. Patty's Day

Ah, nothing says sweet relief more than finishing finals on the first day of final's week in time for the Irish Holiday. BBQed, knocked back a few Guinness (Guinnei?), and chillaxed with friends. I turned on some peeps to the vocoding indie-R&B norcal sounds of Wallpaper too. North Oakland represent!

Camera Phone Randomness

Chillaxin' with Friends




Caught up with Dara and Pascal -- two of my closest friends from college (picture above right). We ate late brunch at the Portage Bay Cafe off Roosevelt in the U District yesterday (picture above left). Stellar food at the place -- I think more so since I've ate nothing but frozen junk this entire past week. It's freshly decorated and well lit -- I should consult Dara on how to describe the place given she majored in Interior Design =P. The waitress served us with a warm smile and offered some excellent meal suggestions. If you are in Seattle, check it out. Prices are reasonable ($8-$13) for a sizeable breakfast platter (ex. Pancakes, Omelettes, Hash Dishes etc). Be willing to wait ~15 minutes for sitting particularly on the weekends.

Camera Phone Randomness

Leave it up to Urban Outfitters to sell silly shirts.

Lisa, thanks for being silly too!