How about those 'Skins? Two and oh, baby! We want the Cowboys! Once again, I didn't get a chance to see the whole game. But I'll take the win. About the only thing that would have made it sweeter is if the "Boys had lost. But that's OK - I think we'll whup them next … Continue reading Monday morning quarterback (on a Tuesday)
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Monday morning quarterback: 1-0, baby!
Been a while since I wrote one of these 😉 The Washington Redskins are 1-0 after Sunday's win over division rival NY Giants. I didn't get to see much of the game - just the last 9 or so minutes - but that didn't matter. It was a win. Of course I'm not getting too … Continue reading Monday morning quarterback: 1-0, baby!
Friday fun: what’s your 80s karaoke song?
You Are "Time After Time" If you were transported back to the 80s, your life would be all about reflecting. You're a serious, earnest person - and you couldn't help but think a lot about how things were back then. You'd spend a lot of your time writing, researching, and learning. You would either become … Continue reading Friday fun: what’s your 80s karaoke song?
Hand to hand combat with a ‘possum
Having wild animals around when you live in the country is a given. We have done battle with one or more each of racoons, 'possums, and groundhogs. The groundhogs especially are bad for the garden. In the process of growing lots of tomatoes every year, a ripening table is set up on the deck. Here … Continue reading Hand to hand combat with a ‘possum
Friday fun: what should you be when you grow up?
I knew I should have checked this out earlier 😉 You Should Be a Doctor You are practical, sharp, and very intuitive.Optimistic and energetic, you are a problem solver who doesn't get discouraged easily. You are also quite compassionate and caring. You make people feel hopeful.You're highly adaptable and capable. You do well with almost … Continue reading Friday fun: what should you be when you grow up?
You’re invited: Scott Labor Day picnic
Don't miss the biggest party of the year, Congressman Bobby Scott's Labor Day picnic. This is always the premiere political event in Hampton Roads, with attendees coming from all over. Here's my report on last year's event. For more info, or to RSVP, check out this Facebook page.
Friday fun: Ride the Tide
I didn't make it to the opening of the Tide this morning but a lot of folks did. Here's a video produced by The Virginian-Pilot: The paper also has tons of pictures online in this story, including the one below The Tide is free to ride all weekend. Looks like fun! UPDATE: Due to the … Continue reading Friday fun: Ride the Tide
Ride the Tide
Virginia's first light rail system will open this Friday - right here in Norfolk. The Tide is a 7.4 mile line that stretches from Newtown Road to Fort Norfolk and includes 11 rail stations. This weekend, there is no charge to ride The Tide. Perhaps the biggest issue facing Hampton Roads Transit, the regional entity … Continue reading Ride the Tide
Friday fun: How should you change the world?
I had the misfortune pleasure of watching the Republican presidential debate last night. I think it's always important to try to understand what makes people tick. How ironic, then, that the first quiz I pulled up on Blogthings today is one about changing the world, which, being president has the possibility to do. You Should … Continue reading Friday fun: How should you change the world?
Kiwanis Harbor Party tickets available
The 19th Annual Kiwanis Harbor Party & Seafood Festival will be held Thursday, October 6, from 4:30pm to 7:30pm. Tickets are $40 in advance, $45 at the door and can be purchased here. Sponsorships are also available.
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