Finally found a way to keep the boys under control. Prison.
Sunday, November 14, 2010
Saturday, November 13, 2010
Airforce Memorial
Airforce Memorial
Originally uploaded by homerclees.
Took the parents to the airforce and pentagon memorial after my procedure yesterday. Its been some nice weather these past few days. Just got back from mount Vernon with more pictures.
Friday, November 12, 2010
Laser Treatment
Laser Treatment
Originally uploaded by homerclees.
Getting some laser treatment for some varicose veins in my leg today. Check out the laser glasses and headphone to try to tune out the whole thing as much as possible. Man, I hate needles and I'm getting lots of then right now.
Tuesday, November 09, 2010
Really?
I've now seen two houses with full Christmas displays up around here and I have yet to take down all the Halloween stuff. I do like the season but it seems a little early to start celebrating. I like to keep my lights up until February and if I put them up now, it would be a whole quarter of lights which just seems wrong. I think I will wait till after Thanksgiving like normal people.
I posted a bunch of pictures from last weekends birthday party and football game on flickr. Enjoy.
I've now seen two houses with full Christmas displays up around here and I have yet to take down all the Halloween stuff. I do like the season but it seems a little early to start celebrating. I like to keep my lights up until February and if I put them up now, it would be a whole quarter of lights which just seems wrong. I think I will wait till after Thanksgiving like normal people.
I posted a bunch of pictures from last weekends birthday party and football game on flickr. Enjoy.
Sunday, November 07, 2010
Off Road Biking
Off Road Biking
Originally uploaded by homerclees.
Perfect fall day to ride some trails with my little 8 year olds.
Saturday, November 06, 2010
Happy Birthday Boys
Big party today at Shadowland, a laser tag joint where the theme was Mario Brothers. It was close to impossible to get all teh kids in one shot but this one seems to be the best. Sam is in green behind the dude in blue. It was a fun party and I even played a game of laser tag. I came in 24th but it was some fun. Can't believe they are 8 year old. Love the little fellas.
Big party today at Shadowland, a laser tag joint where the theme was Mario Brothers. It was close to impossible to get all teh kids in one shot but this one seems to be the best. Sam is in green behind the dude in blue. It was a fun party and I even played a game of laser tag. I came in 24th but it was some fun. Can't believe they are 8 year old. Love the little fellas.
Tie Game
The season ended today with a tie against the Chargers. It was a tough defensive game at 6 to 6 with Sam scoring the Bronco's touchdown on a long end run. Both boys were pretty disapointed that they missed the playoffs by a hair but had a great time all season long. On to the birthday party and more pictures.
The season ended today with a tie against the Chargers. It was a tough defensive game at 6 to 6 with Sam scoring the Bronco's touchdown on a long end run. Both boys were pretty disapointed that they missed the playoffs by a hair but had a great time all season long. On to the birthday party and more pictures.
Friday, November 05, 2010
Tuesday, November 02, 2010
Spooky
We did a little more outside decorating this year but nothing compared to some of the stuff I see around the neighborhoods these days. Not sure I will ever be able to muster all the energy needed to do a lot line to lot line decorating job at this house. I'm not looking forward to taking this little display down. I will need to do it before stringing the Christmas lights I suppose.
Here are some pictures of the Halloween Party. It was fun but I'm glad it's over for another year.
We did a little more outside decorating this year but nothing compared to some of the stuff I see around the neighborhoods these days. Not sure I will ever be able to muster all the energy needed to do a lot line to lot line decorating job at this house. I'm not looking forward to taking this little display down. I will need to do it before stringing the Christmas lights I suppose.
Here are some pictures of the Halloween Party. It was fun but I'm glad it's over for another year.
Monday, November 01, 2010
Slashing Sam
The football pictures are in and both boys were able to get a good smile going. Forgot to report that the little Broncos won again last Saturday, 8-6 over the Browns. Sam threw a TD pass to Dylan in the endzone and then ran the two point conversion. These boys are putting up some points.
The football pictures are in and both boys were able to get a good smile going. Forgot to report that the little Broncos won again last Saturday, 8-6 over the Browns. Sam threw a TD pass to Dylan in the endzone and then ran the two point conversion. These boys are putting up some points.
Sunday, October 31, 2010
Trick or Treat
Trick or Treat
Originally uploaded by homerclees.
Nice night for roaming the neighborhood and begging for candy. What ever happened to tricks?
Happy Halloween
The party is over and the clean up continues. Watching the Vikings now in my new Favre jersey, not sure the Jets shirt will ever be worn again but he, it was a concept costume. It will be dark in an hour and we will have to get out and ring some doorbells for candy, not like we don't have enough sitting around here right now.
The party is over and the clean up continues. Watching the Vikings now in my new Favre jersey, not sure the Jets shirt will ever be worn again but he, it was a concept costume. It will be dark in an hour and we will have to get out and ring some doorbells for candy, not like we don't have enough sitting around here right now.
Friday, October 29, 2010
Party Prep
Party Prep
Originally uploaded by homerclees.
Werewolf and Vampire cupcakes this year. Nicole has was working in them all day.
GI Jim and Joe
GI Jim and Joe
Originally uploaded by homerclees.
The boys had book character day at school today. Basically, your costume needs to be based on a character in a book or history. I guess these are a couple of the band of brothers. Stephen Ambrose would be proud. Big party this weekend, the weather looks way better this year. Last year was extremely wet and cold. This year about 60 and clear. More pictures tomorrow.
Thursday, October 28, 2010
Football Practice
Football Practice
Originally uploaded by homerclees.
Its been a busy work week but I was able to get the kids to football practice yesterday. I'm really looking forward to the end of the day tomorrow and the halloween party on saturday. Cool air is on the way and I'm itching to open a bottle of wine, but it needs to wait till tomorrow.
Sunday, October 24, 2010
Top Golf
Top Golf
Originally uploaded by homerclees.
Just played a round of mini golf with the boys. They are much better football players at this point. Nice day to be outside anyway, very summer like. Nicole ran the Army 10 mile race this morning and is getting her nails done as a reward.
Saturday, October 23, 2010
WOW, What a Game!
The little Broncos went into today's game with a 1-2 record and were facing the 3-0 Colts in crucial flag football game. Dylan has been playing well and has a team high 4 touchdowns but had also a stomach virus that has had him vomiting for 24 hours and unable to keep anything down. If fact, he puked on the way to the game. I didn't stop him from playing a good chunk of the time and he actually ran a 30 yard touchdown that was called back on a suspect flag guarding call. (BTW, the ref had a kid on the other team and called 3 of our touchdowns back, seems like a conflict there don't ya think?)
Sam was on fire and produced a touchdown on the first offensive play of the game with the now famous "throw to Dylan on the sideline the reverse it back to Sam" play. He did it again when we got the ball back but that was called back on another bad call by the ref. Sam scored his second TD just before half and we went into halftime down 12 -16.
The Broncos defense got mean in the second half and we held them scoreless even with Dylan starting to fade with no energy but the Broncos couldn't score either. Dylan took himself out until he finally rallied in the last two minutes and helped stop the last Colts drive. The Broncos got the ball back with about 45 second left, ran a couple plays that didn't work out so well then with the clock ticking down, Sam got the snap from center with 1 second left to play. He turned and threw a perfect pass to Dylan near the sideline, Dylan ran back towards the middle of the field and a second before he had his flag grabbed by a defender, handed it off to Sam who turned on the burners for a 35 yard TD run. Final, 18-16 Broncos...
The crowd went wild, at least the parents of the Broncos did and in the team huddle, Sam could barely contain himself and cried. I can't say who I'm more proud of, Sam with the 3 TD's or Dylan who toughed out a stomach virus, but didn't quit. All in all it was an amazing game and a ton of fun to watch.
The little Broncos went into today's game with a 1-2 record and were facing the 3-0 Colts in crucial flag football game. Dylan has been playing well and has a team high 4 touchdowns but had also a stomach virus that has had him vomiting for 24 hours and unable to keep anything down. If fact, he puked on the way to the game. I didn't stop him from playing a good chunk of the time and he actually ran a 30 yard touchdown that was called back on a suspect flag guarding call. (BTW, the ref had a kid on the other team and called 3 of our touchdowns back, seems like a conflict there don't ya think?)
Sam was on fire and produced a touchdown on the first offensive play of the game with the now famous "throw to Dylan on the sideline the reverse it back to Sam" play. He did it again when we got the ball back but that was called back on another bad call by the ref. Sam scored his second TD just before half and we went into halftime down 12 -16.
The Broncos defense got mean in the second half and we held them scoreless even with Dylan starting to fade with no energy but the Broncos couldn't score either. Dylan took himself out until he finally rallied in the last two minutes and helped stop the last Colts drive. The Broncos got the ball back with about 45 second left, ran a couple plays that didn't work out so well then with the clock ticking down, Sam got the snap from center with 1 second left to play. He turned and threw a perfect pass to Dylan near the sideline, Dylan ran back towards the middle of the field and a second before he had his flag grabbed by a defender, handed it off to Sam who turned on the burners for a 35 yard TD run. Final, 18-16 Broncos...
The crowd went wild, at least the parents of the Broncos did and in the team huddle, Sam could barely contain himself and cried. I can't say who I'm more proud of, Sam with the 3 TD's or Dylan who toughed out a stomach virus, but didn't quit. All in all it was an amazing game and a ton of fun to watch.
Thursday, October 21, 2010
New Suit
I bought a new suit in Santa Fe back in August and wore it for the first time to the office today. The reaction I got from the boys this morning was a kind of look of wow, I didn't know you could clean up so well. They also asked Nicole "why is he wearing that?" The person I buy coffee from at Caribou treated me totally different and I think called me sir. A women I'd never seen before that works for my organization went out of her way to hold the door open for me and a couple of the people on my team stared at me in wonder.
Now, I've worn this suit before and others that I have but mostly to board meetings that are out of town. I just don't go full suit at work much anymore because It's just not as comfortable as slacks and an open shirt. I may have to do this more often or just go totally back to suits like back in the 90's. Nah, I'll just work it in more often.
I bought a new suit in Santa Fe back in August and wore it for the first time to the office today. The reaction I got from the boys this morning was a kind of look of wow, I didn't know you could clean up so well. They also asked Nicole "why is he wearing that?" The person I buy coffee from at Caribou treated me totally different and I think called me sir. A women I'd never seen before that works for my organization went out of her way to hold the door open for me and a couple of the people on my team stared at me in wonder.
Now, I've worn this suit before and others that I have but mostly to board meetings that are out of town. I just don't go full suit at work much anymore because It's just not as comfortable as slacks and an open shirt. I may have to do this more often or just go totally back to suits like back in the 90's. Nah, I'll just work it in more often.
Monday, October 18, 2010
Saturday, October 16, 2010
I Wanna Play
I Wanna Play
Originally uploaded by homerclees.
Dylan and Sam both scored on long runs to lead the little Broncos to a 14-0 victory over the Cardinals. They actually successfully ran a reverse that we practice over 40 times in the front yard this week. Sam as QB throws to Dylan, who is lined up right and then they run at each other and Dylan gives the ball to back to Sam, fooling the cornerback, resulting in a 40 yard TD for Sam. I get to take some credit for that play.
Dylan's TD was and inside handoff and 40 yard end run where he actually changed directions a couple of times to fool tacklers. They also made some key tackles in a shutout effort on D.
I wish I could play that game again. I could take those 7 year olds easy.
Friday, October 15, 2010
My Risotto Station
My Risotto Station
Originally uploaded by homerclees.
I took my team to a cooking class yesterday after a morning strategic planning meeting. It was a ton of fun and quite delicious. It turns out that twenty people cooking together and a little wine can really position a team to accomplish great things.
Monday, October 11, 2010
Getting to the Corner
Here's Dylan on one of his TD runs on Saturday getting to the corner of the defenses and cutting upfield. He is amazingly focused when running, considering he is not so focused much of the rest of the day. Except of course when he is reading about football in a magazine or studying maps in his atlas.
Here's Dylan on one of his TD runs on Saturday getting to the corner of the defenses and cutting upfield. He is amazingly focused when running, considering he is not so focused much of the rest of the day. Except of course when he is reading about football in a magazine or studying maps in his atlas.
Saturday, October 09, 2010
Big Kitty
IMG_1780
Originally uploaded by homerclees.
The boys had a good football game today but ended up with a loss to the Chiefs. Dylan ran for two touchdowns and looked pretty good with some solid moves to avoid being taken down. He was actually eyeing the the defenders and making speed and direction adjustments to get away. Both boys were grabbing flags on defense really well and chasing down anyone from the other team that got out in the open field. It was fun to watch and I think they will get even better as the season goes on.
I got back from a meeting in San Francisco last night and am happily watching Dylan play Xbox and same with the electric train right now. We are starting to get the Halloween decorations out now and will spend some of the night getting ready for our favorite holiday. Too bad it's too hot for a fire but the days are getting shorter and the nights colder. Many logs will be burned soon...
Here's some photos from disney last week.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/homerclees/sets/72157625128275364/
Wednesday, October 06, 2010
Bayside
Bayside
Originally uploaded by homerclees.
I'm staying at a nice place right down off the San Francisco bay, across the street from the Ferry building. My trip west was pretty quick this morning and I was pleasantly surprised to see Randy Moss back in purple when I switched on my phone and went to Facebook. The football season just got interesting again.
Monday, October 04, 2010
That Time Again
That time again
Originally uploaded by homerclees.
The first fire of the season is 8 days later than last year according to my blog. We left Florida at 7am this morning and landed in a cool 48 degrees back here in Virginia. It never got up much past 50 so I decided to burn some wood and get that fantastic smell back in the house. The neighbors probably think I'm nuts but it feels good.
That time again
Originally uploaded by homerclees.
The first fire of the season is 8 days later than last year according to my blog. We left Florida at 7am this morning and landed in a cool 48 degrees back here in Virginia. It never got up much past 50 so I decided to burn some wood and get that fantastic smell back in the house. The neighbors probably think I'm nuts but it feels good.
Sunday, October 03, 2010
Epcot
Epcot
Originally uploaded by homerclees.
An exhausting but fun day at the other Disney park. Of course their are like 6 or 7 now but this one has been around the second longest amount of time. My knee is killing me but the martinis at Tommy Bahama are making things better. Back home in the morning.
Morocco
Morocco
Originally uploaded by homerclees.
Dylan is a little flustered by the Belly dancer Marrakesh. Sam just starred and asked me for one dollar bills.
Saturday, October 02, 2010
Long Disney Day
Long Disney Day
Originally uploaded by homerclees.
My knee is singing but the three of us had a great time in the magic kingdom. Having a nice dinner at Tommy Bahama know with momma. Epcot tomorrow.
Big Thunder Mountain
Big Thunder Mountain
Originally uploaded by homerclees.
This is one of those roller coasters Grandpa did not like last time we were here. The boys dig it.
Friday, October 01, 2010
Greeting from Florida
Greeting from Florida
Originally uploaded by homerclees.
We hit the pool the minute we got here this morning, then a little lunch and a stroll thru the AARP exhibit hall. The boys learned about NASA, NASCAR and took a golf lesson. Off to downtown Disney in a bit for dinner.
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.
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
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/
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/
Saturday, September 18, 2010
Water Break
Water Break
Originally uploaded by homerclees.
It is perfect weather to be hanging outside watching practice.
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
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