tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-50685682012-01-30T08:19:23.509-05:00This is what I'm doing and thinking most of the time.Markhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03148272578360754033noreply@blogger.comBlogger22071100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5068568.post-68583960088139356522012-01-30T08:19:00.001-05:002012-01-30T08:19:23.726-05:00

Bye Bye Occupy Originally uploaded by homerclees.They have until noon to get the tents and camping equipment out of this once lovely park in Downtown DC. Yes, camping free of charge with garbage disposal, toilets and running water provided by the city has run out. I hope the movement of "getting business out of Government" can continue but not as a shantytown in the middle of the nations

Markhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03148272578360754033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5068568.post-34743039281384356582012-01-29T17:55:00.001-05:002012-01-29T17:57:03.763-05:00

IMG_5747 Originally uploaded by homerclees. Skiing was fun but the 50 degree weather and all man made snow caused some icy slopes and did a number on my knee. It was about twice the size of the other one last night and this skiing once a year thing is hard on my calfs as well. I've been limping around all day. It does feel good to get out and at least see some snow in this pathetic winter. The

Markhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03148272578360754033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5068568.post-57987151441569970692012-01-28T17:57:00.001-05:002012-01-28T17:57:58.290-05:00

Ski Bums Originally uploaded by homerclees.It was 52 today and the snow was pretty spongy but the boys really enjoyed the bunny hill. Bryce Resort is a nice little place with two chair lifts and a couple magic carpet lifts but it was perfect for a couple of beginners. Nicole did a great job helping Dylan learn and after a run or two, Sam just went off on his own. He's all about speed but he

Markhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03148272578360754033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5068568.post-40368182139077331262012-01-27T19:43:00.001-05:002012-01-27T19:43:11.511-05:00

Cooper Kettle Originally uploaded by homerclees.Dinner after some tough tubing. Dylan lost Sam at some point and got pretty upset and we found him wandering the slopes crying but it all worked out.

Markhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03148272578360754033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5068568.post-4538998067622661292012-01-27T18:17:00.001-05:002012-01-27T18:17:59.756-05:00

Bryce Mountain Originally uploaded by homerclees.Left the boys on the tubing hill while Nicole and I have a drink at the bar. They are getting all grown up.

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Old Bill Originally uploaded by homerclees.Bill hasn't taken a drink in 30 years but he had a sip of this Hendricks Martini bought for him by Rob in Seattle. Rob was an original e-biz council member but could make the 5 hour fight from Seattle to attend the dinner. Bruce, Eric and Pete made it.

Markhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03148272578360754033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5068568.post-49460477177368335102012-01-23T18:58:00.001-05:002012-01-23T18:58:35.365-05:00

First Paper Originally uploaded by homerclees.This is Sam writing what I think is his first type written paper. It's painfully slow but typing requires practice.

Markhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03148272578360754033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5068568.post-23564719820383123462012-01-21T23:11:00.001-05:002012-01-21T23:11:55.701-05:00

Wanna be a Cowboy Originally uploaded by homerclees.Not really but this print in front of me is kind of funky.

Markhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03148272578360754033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5068568.post-39532324821010119262012-01-21T21:48:00.001-05:002012-01-21T21:48:02.497-05:00

Olives Originally uploaded by homerclees.I realized that it had been a good six weeks or so since I've had a grey goose martini and it tasted really good. I'm in Texas today, participating in the ACS leadership conference. Early flight tomorrow so I can watch football with my boys.

Markhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03148272578360754033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5068568.post-65117203109380735012012-01-19T13:45:00.001-05:002012-01-19T13:45:01.433-05:00

Big Snake Originally uploaded by homerclees.Being unloaded at the National Geographic Society today. What else is in that truck?

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DSC_3943 Originally uploaded by homerclees. We did an almost 4 mile loop at Hemlock Regional Park near Clifton yesterday in sub freezing temps. It was a nice hike and the air was crisp and clean. The boys complained at first then when they starting throwing rocks into Bull Run they changed their tone. Something about throwing rocks into water makes them happy. We made it home so Dylan and I

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image0 Originally uploaded by homerclees.Taken in 1967. Almost the same height difference between Sam and Dylan today. Of course Jeff an I are not twins.

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Reading Glasses Originally uploaded by homerclees.Bought some new pharmacy magnifier type glasses with a non-metal frame today. I kind of like this look. I can see too.

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Car Wash Originally uploaded by homerclees.Listening to Car Wash while I'm getting a car wash. You can't plan these things.

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A Little Snow Originally uploaded by homerclees.A little surprise snow fell today and while it isn't much, it did drop a nice little layer of white on the ground. It's already tapering off and it will be 50 tomorrow but it's better than nothing. Glad I kept the lights up, I love the way they look in the snow.

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DSC_0316 Originally uploaded by homerclees. We took a great stroll through the woods of Ft. Belvoir this morning. It was our first real hike in almost a year. Sam's leg is improving and we figured a couple miles would help the re-strengthening process. Of course, hiking near a major military base has it's issues. We didn't find any live howitzer shells or grenades but you never know. Do the

Markhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03148272578360754033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5068568.post-49005780140385408862012-01-07T20:23:00.001-05:002012-01-07T20:23:43.684-05:00

Honey Badger Originally uploaded by homerclees.Rough game tonight against a stacked team. They lost 51-18. The team we played was built with all ten players having played together for a while and all requesting the same coach. The league is supposed to be put together with parity in mind but it turns out two teams ignored that and decided to teach their kids that winning is more important than

Markhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03148272578360754033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5068568.post-66983509710735988122012-01-05T19:43:00.001-05:002012-01-05T19:43:53.133-05:00

Twelfth Night Originally uploaded by homerclees.The twelfth night is upon us and if Wikipedia is correct, it will be bad luck for me to leave ornaments hanging tomorrow. I can't lose the tree yet, or the outside lights for that matter. I suppose it needs to come down on Sunday but the outside lights are going to be with us for a couple more weeks.We been doing a lot of travel planning so fa this

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New Year Touch Originally uploaded by homerclees.We met about half the flag football team for a little pick up game at Bush Hill today. Sunny and 60 made it a perfect day to get outside but it sure doesn't feel like January. Sam is bootless now and was limping around a bit but was able to move pretty well. I hope he doesn't pay the price tonight. A cold front is heading this way so we are inside

Markhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03148272578360754033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5068568.post-91987160773616421662011-12-31T21:37:00.001-05:002011-12-31T21:37:51.093-05:00

Happy New Year Originally uploaded by homerclees.From a couple of monkey boys. Wishing everyone a happy and healthy 2012.

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New Year Lights Originally uploaded by homerclees.Saw this treasure on the way back from the McCaricks party. Home with fire blazing for the rest of the year.

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Thermal New Year Originally uploaded by homerclees.Heading out for an early new year party then back here to hang out in front of the fire to see 2012 come on down.

Markhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03148272578360754033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5068568.post-58708980018638292572011-12-28T16:16:00.002-05:002011-12-28T16:16:53.016-05:00

The final few shutter arrived when we were gone and the house now has brand new shutters all the way around.  I also got the little S shaped "hold backs" to make sure we don't get them flapping around in the next hurricane. That was the demise of many of the old shutters. 

Markhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03148272578360754033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5068568.post-11058048589161404842011-12-26T22:44:00.001-05:002011-12-26T22:44:47.632-05:00

Minnesota Wild Originally uploaded by homerclees.The Wild lost today but the boys loved the game. They ended up leaving with new sweatshirts and a puck that got over the glass. Good times.

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Cinderella Originally uploaded by homerclees.A show at the Old Log Theater before the Wild game tonight.

Markhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03148272578360754033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5068568.post-64787660041529992382011-12-25T21:48:00.001-05:002011-12-25T21:48:07.090-05:00

Christmas Night Originally uploaded by homerclees.Yes, the Lutheran's have candles too. We had latkes and steak tonight with a very tasty salad. A play at the Old Log Theater and a Wild hockey game are on the agenda tomorrow.

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Sixth Night Originally uploaded by homerclees.Besides being the 6th night of Hanukkah, it's a un-naturally warm Christmas Day. Rachel is lighting the candles tonight and the boys are still getting presents galore. We went to see Tin Tin this afternoon and it marked the only theater movie I've seen all year. I don't like movie theaters much but it all went well.

Markhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03148272578360754033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5068568.post-17635231491569852482011-12-24T22:47:00.001-05:002011-12-24T22:47:36.462-05:00

Christmas Eve Originally uploaded by homerclees.The boys just begging to open presents. They finally did after a few more pictures and a phone call. Now they are all jazzed up to get the Santa gifts. The cookies and milk are out for the big man.

Markhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03148272578360754033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5068568.post-6449040279545994622011-12-23T18:04:00.001-05:002011-12-23T18:04:42.574-05:00

Down Time Originally uploaded by homerclees.Taking a break from the nerf gun wars and reading something on the iPad. Mae and Dylan fight all the time but then hang out really really well. Not sure what that's all about.

Markhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03148272578360754033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5068568.post-4917486297903770432011-12-23T17:30:00.001-05:002011-12-23T17:30:11.339-05:00

White Christmas? Originally uploaded by homerclees.Got a quick dusting of snow this morning but it's still pretty brown out there. At least we saw snow fall. We've had really snowy Christmases the last few years so it's time for a non-snowy one.

Markhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03148272578360754033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5068568.post-40580945224392271852011-12-22T20:24:00.001-05:002011-12-22T20:24:25.350-05:00

Squirt Hockey Originally uploaded by homerclees.Checking our the Orono vs St. Louis Park hockey game. The Orono Spartans are down 2-1 but Finn is hangin tough goal.

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Early Flight Originally uploaded by homerclees.

Markhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03148272578360754033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5068568.post-19901878400942924202011-12-21T14:22:00.001-05:002011-12-21T14:22:47.672-05:00

Winter solstice Originally uploaded by homerclees.Tomorrow is the shortest day of the year and the beginning of the sun's climb higher in the sky each day. I like the long winter nights and look forward to many more of them over the next couple months. I suppose Spring will be a nice change when it comes but I never look forward to the dog days of summer.

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Happy Hanukah Originally uploaded by homerclees.Dylan appears to be blinded by the two candle glow. Gonna be a lot of fire when we put together the advent wreath and menorah on christmas.

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The both look good but Sam has a little surfer dude curl happening in his shot.

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Somewhat Fierce Originally uploaded by homerclees.Jeff's old band played at his 50th birthday party at Mainstreets in Hopkins. Auto Body Experience played as well and the crowd of 125 had a good time as far as I can tell. I saws whole slew of people I haven't seen in years, including Roach, Cousins, Caroline and Andy, old neighbors and other folks I used to see all the time when I lived in

Markhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03148272578360754033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5068568.post-83330770590644948792011-12-11T20:42:00.001-05:002011-12-11T20:42:22.779-05:00

Mazzy and Finn Originally uploaded by homerclees.Dinner tonight at a nice little Irish pub in the stop light free town of Maple Plain Minnesota. Mom, Dad, Rach and the kids. Minnesota has some snow but not a ton of it. I hope it whitens up a bit before we head back here in 10 days for Christmas. Jeff's 50th birthday party is tomorrow night and then I'm back to DC on Tuesday morning.

Markhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03148272578360754033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5068568.post-57514942789799662982011-12-10T22:43:00.001-05:002011-12-10T22:43:42.444-05:00

First Basketball Game Originally uploaded by homerclees.Sam had to sit but Dylan was his typical Honey Badger self and stole 15 balls and scored 6 points. The little Cav's won 20 to 7 in a really good defensive effort. More scoring will happen when Sam is back in the groove.

Markhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03148272578360754033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5068568.post-89980454729851802172011-12-07T17:32:00.001-05:002011-12-07T17:32:22.818-05:00

Basketball Practice Originally uploaded by homerclees.Sam is sitting out the second practice for the little Cavaliers. Sam and his scoring prowess will not be with the team until January, missing two games. He's really looking forward to getting back into action.

Markhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03148272578360754033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5068568.post-53666686382413943722011-12-06T19:49:00.001-05:002011-12-06T19:49:01.171-05:00

Polamalu Originally uploaded by homerclees.Dylan doing his interpretation of Troy Polamalu.

Markhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03148272578360754033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5068568.post-24970851246582677992011-12-05T17:52:00.001-05:002011-12-05T17:52:53.468-05:00

Out Gunned Again Originally uploaded by homerclees.My light display is not up to this standard but it didn't take me as long to do it either.

Markhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03148272578360754033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5068568.post-28524806405652375502011-12-04T17:52:00.001-05:002011-12-04T17:52:27.699-05:00

Railroaders Originally uploaded by homerclees.We took a trip over to Fairfax Station to see the annual model railroad display today and the boys got excited about model trains again.

Markhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03148272578360754033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5068568.post-89160202303153465892011-12-03T20:56:00.001-05:002011-12-03T20:56:53.785-05:00

Pain Deer Originally uploaded by homerclees.A Dylan and Nicole creation.

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Decorating the tree Originally uploaded by homerclees.These kids can really deck the halls.

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Tree Time Originally uploaded by homerclees.Picked up the tree today and will be decorating tonight. I have also put up the all the outside lights today and if I'm lucky will enjoy them until early February.

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Funny as a Crutch Originally uploaded by homerclees.The new X-rays still look like a stress fracture but the dr doesn't think he should have as much pain as he has. Sam says its gotten about 20% better over the last couple weeks but these crutches should take more pressure off the bone. The dr thinks an MRI would be a good idea so we are probably scheduled for next week.

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Gingerbread House Originally uploaded by homerclees.Made of real gingerbread at the Ritz Carlton Crystal City. They build it every year and smells really good.

Markhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03148272578360754033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5068568.post-7957171216298115722011-11-27T18:17:00.001-05:002011-11-27T18:17:19.102-05:00

Sad but effective Originally uploaded by homerclees.I wanted to watch NFL football, Dylan is watching the CFL Grey Cup game on ESPN 3 and Sam is watching Star Wars II. We still make them eat on the floor when we don't eat like humans at the table so this seemed like a good solution.

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Good to be home Originally uploaded by homerclees.We had a great time in New York this week but it's nice to be home.

Markhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03148272578360754033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5068568.post-70899459010927600492011-11-25T15:29:00.001-05:002011-11-25T15:29:35.808-05:00

Line Up Originally uploaded by homerclees.Grandpa and I took the boys on a quick trip down to the police museum near Wall Street. Lots of guns and other police stuff to look to check out.

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Turkey Boy Originally uploaded by homerclees.We delivered cookies to the fire fighters on Great Jones street tonight and Sam was in the Thanksgiving spirit.

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Times Square Thanksgiving Originally uploaded by homerclees.We took a quick trip to Toy R Us in Times Square to see the full size ferris wheel and T Rex. The boys bought a couple toys with their birthday money as well.

Markhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03148272578360754033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5068568.post-22605777163894885282011-11-24T13:06:00.001-05:002011-11-24T13:06:43.225-05:00

Festivus Pole Originally uploaded by homerclees.The East Village is full of light poles with all these fasteners on them. Different colors and all the way to the top. I'm not sure how they got them on without doing them one at time. Seems like a lot of work but they are very festive.

Markhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03148272578360754033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5068568.post-4523216421458114542011-11-23T21:02:00.001-05:002011-11-23T21:02:58.635-05:00

Chocolate Face Originally uploaded by homerclees.Dylan gets into his dessert.

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Billy Elliot Originally uploaded by homerclees.Uncle Adam hooked us up with some tickets to Billy Elliott tickets today and the boys learned every swear word ever uttered by the human race. It was a very good show and the boys loved it. At one point, an actor referred to her hoohoo and Sam asked Adam what that was. I don't think he got an explanation. Back at home base and thinking of dinner.

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Trying to understand Originally uploaded by homerclees.

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911 Memorial Originally uploaded by homerclees.IMG_5588We had entry tickets for 11am and spent some time looking into the pools and trying to remember how everything happened on that horrible day. I have to admit, I'm forgetting some of the details that were so clear back then. It's a beautiful space and will only get better as the construction projects around it start to wrap up. Sam's leg is

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3D Sam Originally uploaded by homerclees. Watching the Green Lantern in uncle Adam's newly updated 3D theater room in the East Village, NY. Pretty easy trip up to the city today. Looking forward to the 911 memorial tomorrow morning.

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Christmas Comes Early Originally uploaded by homerclees.I bought some additional outdoor lights today and while rummaging around the Christmas stuff I found the stocking and threw them up on the fireplace. They will probably be there till late January. Love the holidays.

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Sam has been complaining of leg pain for the last couple weeks but has been able to play football pretty hard regardless.  His desire to compete seemed to over take his pain, at least at game time.  I made an appointment with my knee doctor last week for yesterday to avoid a diagnosis that would not allow him to play the big game on Saturday.  Turns out, he has a stress fracture.  It was pretty

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Pull Originally uploaded by homerclees.I hit 5 clay pigeons today at the skeet and trap club. First time with a gun in my hand and it was kind of fun. I'm still not going to shoot anything alive but firing a shotgun at clay was good fun on a perfect fall afternoon.Unfortunately the boys lost a really close football game to the Bulldogs earlier today. The idiot director of the i9 league seated the

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Leaves Originally uploaded by homerclees.The wind is howling and the leaves are coming down hard today. Had to stay home with Sam today because of his leg. Not sure whats going on but we have a dr appointment on Tuesday.

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Football Awards Originally uploaded by homerclees.Sam and the coach.

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Football Awards Originally uploaded by homerclees.Coach Cory with Dylan.

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Go Colts! Originally uploaded by homerclees.Team party last night at Glory Days in Burke. Had the whole team there and everyone seemed to have a good time. One more football weekend with the playoffs coming on Saturday. Win game one and you go straight to the championship game 30 minutes later. We had the best record in the South Division but the two teams from the west in the playoffs look

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Ka Boom!!! Originally uploaded by homerclees.IMG_5553

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Secret Agents Originally uploaded by homerclees.The shadowland birthday party theme was secret agents complete with two bomb cakes. I can post those in next.

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Happy Birthday Boys Originally uploaded by homerclees.Some early morning presents. Lots to open through out the day.

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Playoff Bound Originally uploaded by homerclees.The little Colts did what they needed to do and beat the Bucs 12-0 to advance to the playoffs. Sam had a 40 yard touchdown and Dylan had a pair of sacks. More football fun next week.

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Next Year Originally uploaded by homerclees.Can't believe Halloween is over and done with. Time to start planning what we will do in New York for Thanksgiving. We also need to start carving if we are going to have this many pumpkins next Halloween.

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Happy Halloween Originally uploaded by homerclees.

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A Little Snow in October Originally uploaded by homerclees.Not exactly snowtober but still odd for us this time of year. Peak fall color starts next week.

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The nor-easter ripping up the coast led to the cancellation of the touch football games today.  We were set to play the 0-5 Bucs, whom we beat in week one. Playoffs would have started next week and with a win, we would be in the hunt for a championship.  Everything is pushed back a week now but I think that's better than playing in 39 degree temps with a steady rain and 20 mph winds.  That would

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DSC_3895 Originally uploaded by homerclees. The boys have liked LAX camp and like to mix it up while going after the ball. Lots of checking, poking and hitting in this game and they seem to love it. Not sure if this will take the place of baseball next spring but it's possible. Here are some more pictures on Flickr. http://www.flickr.com/photos/homerclees/sets/72157627993118654/

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DSC_3614 Originally uploaded by homerclees. The pictures are up and on Flickr. http://www.flickr.com/photos/homerclees/sets/72157627854089533/

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Uncle Adam Originally uploaded by homerclees.My niece, Mae has taken up drawing as a new hobby and sketched out this lovely drawing of Uncle Adam. I see this a new album cover someday.

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The little Colts won a big game on Saturday morning to get one step closer to the playoffs.  The previously unbeaten little Packers played a tough defensive game but couldn't stop the passing attack from the Colts.  Sam was on the receiving end of a big 30 yard reception that set up the go ahead touchdown and he caught the 1 point conversion after the touchdown in a 14-12 win.  The two

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Lots of kids and a few adult kids.  The weather was perfect and everyone seemed to have a good time in the house by the graveyard.  

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Candy Corn Pops Originally uploaded by homerclees.Getting ready for the Halloween Party once again. The food I always interesting.

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The Wizard Originally uploaded by homerclees.The Gartner big event was at Disney's Hollywood Studios last night so we had the place to ourselves for a few hours. They have some fun rides but not a ton of them. All the restaurants were open and free and their was beer and wine on every corner. Not a typical day in a Disney park. The conference has been good and I have a new understanding of the

Markhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03148272578360754033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5068568.post-63781755575660446022011-10-18T09:48:00.001-04:002011-10-18T09:48:43.476-04:00

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Roasting Bones Originally uploaded by homerclees.I know I post too many pictures of fires but I just love them. The high was 70 degrees today but the dewpoint is really low and the temp is falling fast. I just wanted that fire feel before going to Orlando for a couple days. I don't like Orlando much, not without the boys with me anyway.

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Touchdown Kid Originally uploaded by homerclees.The little Colts bounced back this week and beat the previously undefeated Dolphins. Dylan got his first touchdown of the year and added a 2 point conversion as well. Sam added an interception to his total making him the league leader at 4 picks for the season. The whole team played well and are set up for a big game against the Packers next week.

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Scary Skeletons Originally uploaded by homerclees.Got home late last night and have been working from home today. The bug guy came for his quarterly visit to rid the house of real spiders as we place fake ones all over as decorations. Real graves are enough of a bonus of this house for Halloween, we don't need real bugs.

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Up With the Sun Originally uploaded by homerclees.Great sunrise over the bay.

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I'm on my way west again today after 72 hours at home. It was an early flight again and while its good to heading to San Francisco for the Councils meeting I wanted to be landing back at Dulles the minute we took off. This one is a pretty quick trip but I need to be in florida at the beginning of next week as well. At least I'm getting quality weekend time in with the boys and business travel

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LaCrosse Originally uploaded by homerclees.The boys are trying a new sport with a lacrosse camp for the next 4 weeks. They played it a bit at Camp Blue this summer in Berkeley. If they like it, it may replace baseball this spring.

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  The little Colts lost a heart breaker today.  It was a high scoring affair at 31-25 but the boys didn't come out on top this time.  That makes the record 1-1-1 but we are still in the hunt for first place with three games to play.  I think the season will end on a 3 game winning streak.  Sam caught a 2 point conversion pass and Dylan had his first interception of

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Fire Dancers Originally uploaded by homerclees.The Jive party was fun with good music and folks playing with fire. It was chilly by Las Vegas standards but not raining. I'm looking forward to getting home tomorrow and coaching the little Colts to a victory on Saturday. I wonder if they have a line on that game at the sports book? My Cal bet is not looking so good right now.

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Rappin Flute Originally uploaded by homerclees.A talented 15 year old can play flute and beat box at the same time. Getting the morning going.

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Evil Machine Originally uploaded by homerclees.I just wanted a drink before dinner and they put a video poker machine in front of me. The audacity. Didn't this casino take enough of my money last night?

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Cosmopolitan Originally uploaded by homerclees.This is one technocentric hotel.

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It was really wet this morning that we needed a fire to dry things out.  Ok, I was going to build a fire anyway.  It's been about 50 degrees all day.  That's chilly for this parts this time of year.  We're going to start putting out the Halloween decorations tonight.  I'll see if I can post something spooky later.  

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I tough game against the Falcons today but I think the weather was out biggest opponent.  It was cold, windy and rainy the whole game and both teams were fumbling and stumbling out there.  Sam had a sure touchdown at one point and the ball flipped out of his hands and the whole team was having a hard time handing off to one another.  On the bright side, Sam threw the game tying touchdown to Leo (

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