Thursday, September 30, 2010

Apple Goodness


Apple Goodness
Originally uploaded by homerclees.

The new $99 dollar version of the apple tv arrived today. My forth apple tv in all and a bit different from the others. It is easier to set up and manage but without the big hard drive. It does have netflix streaming which is nice and the interface is way better than the Xbox and wii interface to netflix. With all the movies to watch in my bedroom now, I may never sleep.

Wednesday, September 29, 2010

Dinner Out


Dinner Out
Originally uploaded by homerclees.

Yea, out to eat at King Street Blues with the boys.

Shot with my Hipstamatic for iPhone
Lens: Kaimal Mark II
Flash: Off
Film: Kodot Verichrome

Night Travels

The boys and I are home alone for a few nights this week and we managed to get through the first one pretty well. Of course we ordered pizza since I didn't really feel like cooking and we got to bed a little later than usual because it just takes a while to get everything done before bedtime. I pretty much went to bed at the same time they did last night but woke up at about 11pm and found boy number 1 in bed with me. That would be Dylan. Kicking and snoring per usual. He's got the jimmy legs. I finally fell back asleep after a while and when the alarm went off at 6am I rolled over and found boy number 2 in bed with me.

I'm not really sure how it all went down but at some point Sam either jumped in my bed and kicked Dylan out or they passed the baton in the hallway at some point. Maybe they got up and took a drive in the car for all I know. They don't remember any of it. I think I will take them out to dinner tonight, having to clean up the dishes and throwing away the pizza boxes was a hassle enough.

It looks like Tropical Storm Nicole will be out of Florida and up past DC by Friday. Should leave good days for Disney World this weekend.

Monday, September 27, 2010

Fumble


Fumble
Originally uploaded by homerclees.

I took the boys to the park yesterday in the rain to run some football drills. They did really well in Saturday during their first game with two touchdowns each. They both ran for one and Dylan threw a touchdown pass to Sam for the second. It's good that it was even. Sam also intercepted a ball and they were both running down the opposing players when they were on defense.

I was quite pleased with the whole thing. I got them out yesterday to work on skills and to run off energy on a fairly gloomy day.

Saturday, September 25, 2010

Let the Games Begin


Let the Games Begin
Originally uploaded by homerclees.

Flag football season is upon us.

Friday, September 24, 2010

Back Home


I was only away for a night but it is so nice to be back hanging with the boys in the family room as they help me make my picks for the Beat the Insiders football contest and set my fantasy football team. Dylan actually knows more about the NFL players than I do. I think I will do well this week. They are growing up so fast. They have begun to develop a taste in music and have opinions on a whole range of topics. I'm going to travel with them down to Orlando next week and it will be great to spend a long weekend messing around at Disney World.

We have a big touch football game tomorrow and the weather looks perfect for the game. They are really excited about the whole thing and I must admit that I like football much more than the baseball and basketball games they've had. They like football so much that they have contemplated giving up Disney to stay in town for the game next Saturday. Too bad, I already bought the tickets.

Thursday, September 23, 2010

Cirque du soleil


Cirque du soleil
Originally uploaded by homerclees.

Can't take pictures in the show but there is some crazy stuff going on in there. Haven't seen a cirque show since O at the Bellagio many years ago. Nicole, Jimmy T and Kathleen. Good times.

Four Mile Business Trip


Four Mile Business Trip
Originally uploaded by homerclees.

I'm at a two day strategy session for work today and tomorrow at National Harbor and because of the night time activity we are encouraged to stay overnight. It seems a little odd since I live just over this bridge in Alexandria but what hell. We are going to see a cirque du soleli show tonight, Ova.

Monday, September 20, 2010

First Fall Hike


We got a early fall hike in yesterday at a place not too far away that we had never been before. It was almost totally along the potomac river and a little stinky at times. It was also hotter than I like it but would be a good winter hike since it's so flat. A little more than 3 miles which was fine since we hadn't hiked since New Mexico over a month ago. I spent the day at home as contractors ripped out all the AC, Furnace and water heater stuff and replaced it with super effiecient stuff. It cost a lot but on the positive side, it shouldn't break down on a really hot or cold day and I got a $1,500 tax credit. Thanks US government who will tax me blind anyway.
Check out the pictures from the hike here. http://www.flickr.com/photos/homerclees/sets/72157625000193648/
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Sunday, September 19, 2010

Saturday, September 18, 2010

Water Break


Water Break
Originally uploaded by homerclees.

It is perfect weather to be hanging outside watching practice.

Football Practice


Football Practice
Originally uploaded by homerclees.

Some drills to start the season.

Morning Xbox


Morning Xbox
Originally uploaded by homerclees.

They only get video games on weekends during the school year. They are playing nicely for once. No actual tackling yet. We have flag football practice later today and a hike in the works for Sunday.

Shot with my Hipstamatic for iPhone
Lens: Kaimal Mark
Flash: Dreampop
Film: Kodot Verichrome

Sunday, September 12, 2010

Laying around


Laying around
Originally uploaded by homerclees.

The boys catching a movie during a rainy Sunday.

Night Out


Night Out
Originally uploaded by homerclees.

Had a baby sitter and went to dinner with Nicole and 6 friends in old town last night. Had a great time eating, drinking and laughing at Columbia Firehouse. The weather was perfect for an after dinner beer at Pat Troys.

Friday, September 10, 2010

School Lunch

I went to school today and had lunch with the boys. Sam's lunch time starts about 15 minutes before Dylan's, so I was able to sit with Sam's friends before moving over to Dylan's table. Lots of good conversations with the little grade schoolers. One girl at Dylan's table told me that her Mom is in the Airforce and flies the Vice President around. She also mentioned that the new Vice President comes up to the cockpit and says hi when he comes on board while the old one didn't ever say hello.

I guess Dick was too busy working on the Death Star plans to say hello to his crew. Way to go Joe...

Takin the bus today


Takin the bus today
Originally uploaded by homerclees.

In heading to school to have lunch with the little munchkins today. They are showing their purple today as well.

Thursday, September 09, 2010

Me at 46


Me at 46
Originally uploaded by homerclees.

Tuesday, September 07, 2010

Another School Year Starts


It was a good morning to start school again and from all accounts, they both had a successful day.
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Sunday, September 05, 2010

Round Three


Round Three
Originally uploaded by homerclees.

Only the 3rd round of the year but a 79 is pretty respectable. Perfect day for golf. About 80 and really sunny. I may stop playing for the year to preserve an under 80 round for the year.

Saturday, September 04, 2010

Last Days


Last Days
Originally uploaded by homerclees.

This is the last weekend that the pool is open and it was a little chilly out there i must admit. We are inside now watching football and eating cheese.

Friday, September 03, 2010

2nd Grade


2nd Grade
Originally uploaded by homerclees.

The boys got their class assignments today and reconnected with all their little friends. They both seemed excited about their teachers and classmates. School starts on Tuesday.