The Nation's First Red Astro Turf

My experience in high school was one of a counter-culture individual (no culture selected) who attended a school where it was ALL ABOUT FOOTBALL! When I have attempted to explain how over-the-top the football emphasis was there, people have looked at me as if I were crafting a story of extremes for impact and attention.

Below is a photo of my alma mater's new pride and joy:

The nation's first red Astro Turf.

Today, I am vindicated!!!

Article link here.

Oh My Gosh, Oh My Gosh, Oh My Gosh!!!

I wouldn't recommend this video for children or people with heart problems.

I do not want an R1, I do not want an R1, I do not want an R1.

25 mile commute through Moscow traffic.

Thanks to Robert who told me about the amazing video here.

Welcome the Winter with Gusto!

Winter is on it's way (the official start is around December 21st/22nd). I thought I would give it a bit of a jump start with a Driver from JC Excavating in Armstrong, BC performing a 425 horsepower 10-wheel drift on ice and snow. I only know a few Texans who could perform such a stunt, Of course, it would be in mud rather than snow.

Yes...Armstrong is a beautiful place that is full of fun, adventure and wonderful people...no matter the temperature.

Disclaimer: I have never used these guys, but after watching this ad, I'd definitely consider it.

Public Hoop Out - Austin, TX

OK all you hoopsters, newbies and wannabes...it's time for a little springtime fun, Austin style:  A community hoop-out!!

Bring your favorite hoop or use one/some/a bunch of the many provided.  There should be plenty of hoops in all shapes, sizes and weights.  

Informal class for beginners at 1pm.  

DJ Manny will be spinning.

Here is one of my favorite hoopers from Canada, Sandra SaFire Sommerville.  She has only been hooping since about late 2006.  I hope she inspires you as much as she does me.

I'm still trying to convince Arlene to let me do hoops, poi and whips in-doors.

Check out Hoopcircle.com for more info and details.

Gallery Lombardi - Put Up Or Shut Up

These are from last night at Gallery Lombardi.  It was a wonderful experience.   Fantastic art inside and DJ Prohetski was spinning for the "Put Up or Shut Up Battle" featured below.  

I will likely  post another pic or two on my photo blog.

Heart of Texas Regatta

Photos from this weekend's Heart of Texas Regatta on Town Lake:

 (Some call it Ladybird Lake Now, I still call it Town Lake).

Everyone seemed to have a great time.

Many more regattas listed here.

Open Thread

Is skateboarding a crime?

Malibu Trip Photos

I was having technical difficulties tonight.  The first photo should be rotated  clockwise 90 degrees to be viewed in its proper orientation.

Images from my trip to Malibu and Long Beach:

Baby Will Works the Crowd

A crowd in Philadelphia responds effervescently to young Will as he raised his hands for a picture.    Up and down the street as far as you can see, the crowd responds by throwing their arms in the air and cheering at each gesture. 

Each wave becomes more despot-like as he waves to his adoring throngs.