look for the Heron in the next two pics!
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08/27/2007 20:56 #40766
Esopus New York picture samplingCategory: travel
Since I had to wait for the ac adapter cord to come in before I used this laptop again, I completely forgot about the pictures I took while in Esopus-Kingston area a couple of weeks ago. I had to resize them to upload on estrip, so there is just a sampling.
look for the Heron in the next two pics!
look for the Heron in the next two pics!
08/26/2007 21:04 #40746
Starbooks Down the Espresso HoleCategory: silliness
originally posted 8/27/07 at www.myspace.com/marquiscut
"Starbooks Down the Espresso Hole"
Starbooks down the Espresso Hole
There is something delicious about wandering the aisles of a bookstore. I'm in my element and feel so at home amongst the shelves of authors writing about a plethora of subjects; admiring their ability to take me into a another world of creativity, enhance my knowledge or simply pique my interest on something I haven't yet encountered.
A real treat is in finding book sellers that cater to old publications. There is sensual pleasure in deeply inhaling the scent of old books, especially those bound in leather. Slowly dragging my fingertips down the spines of literary works; curious of their contents I grasp the book, pull it off the shelf and gingerly open the front cover. The feel of the pages differ from each selection, some smooth like tissue paper, others course and fiberous. The look and smell of the book is just the beginning, it is the contents, the anticipation of reading, that draws me in to the experience.
I want to read it all, and sadly I know I won't. However, I read often and thoroughly and am pleased with the ever growing and ever depleting pile of books in my home. With a recent Amazon order, I just added 14 related books to that pile. Learning and unlearning is my objective, and somehow, I predict Amazon's stock to rise in direct proportion to my orders ;)
As a child, I fell in love with the local village library; our primary source for attaining reading material. Thanks to a keen interest and the assistance of my mom, I learned to read early. I had simple stories mastered prior to kindergarten. I vividly recall often choosing books over toys when allowed to select something for myself at the store. It wasn't an easy choice (can't I have both?), but the book often won out. Words fed my imagination and eventually my imagination produced words. I began writing stories at an early age as well, complete with illustration. How simple, darling and profound those early stories; if they are still around, I would very much like to excavate them. Through reading, writing and drawing, the pictures and words took me places that I could feel in the same sense as though it were tangibly real. More words were eventually produced with the advent of the "diary", later re termed, "journal"; a medium that would serve me well from the age of nine to current, a few weeks shy of 32.
Its been several years since I've checked out a selection from the library. I much prefer to buy books and read them at my leisure and have them to refer back to forever more.
In this love and pursuit of ever expanding knowledge and creative expression, it was with pleasure to accompany my best bud, Dana, to one of the local and larger booksellers, Barnes and Noble earlier today. It never fails that my reaction is that of building anticipation. I edge towards the entrance and pass over the threshold, I am suddenly exposed to books and media in the form of new fiction, best sellers, non fiction, business, religion, philosophy, biographies, summer reading, local authors, magazines, physics, science fiction, bargains, nature and so much more. It used to be that I would feel overwhelmed upon entering- unsure of where to start, who to read, what subjects to pursue, etc. I feel more confident and in control now that I have made a dent, so to speak, even though as soon as I make a dent, it is quickly filled with new material. What is diffent now, from say 15 or even 9 years ago, is that I walk down the aisles and can point to multiple familiar authors and subjects. I've read a lot, but I have a lot to go. Today, I refrained from purchasing, but I did write down a few titles I would like to have in my possession. In short, reading and learning is a constant of mine.
And when combined with caffeine and good company, it is all good.
I like that this Barnes&Noble has a Starbucks situated inside. I've mentioned previously that while I derive pleasure in supporting local business, I will gravitate towards whichever demonstrates quality and consistency- Starbucks wins out for all other coffee offerings in the Western New York area; and this one happens to be next to aisles and aisles of books. As of today, I call that location, "Starbooks". Actually, there are two other Starbucks in the same plaza. With three to choose from- Dana and I pondered where the invisible phase line intersects the three and is there a Burmuda Triangle phenomenon? If found, would we suddenly be sucked into a caffeinated abyss? A black hole? no, more appropriate would be an Espresso Vortex. I tried calling it a "Black Affagotto" but she said it sounded dirty; like that has ever stopped us before. Hello, what other 4th graders were administratively separated from being in same class for 5th grade due to our penchance for all things perverted? hmmm? "U.S. Male" 9 year old typo? I think not.. hahaha
Which just reminded me a decidedly hilarious remark I made today while snickering down the "christianity" aisle holding a book with an expressive Pope on the back cover; and I will stop there. Apologies in advance for any offense I may have caused, but please know, that *everything* is open territory for my sense of humor to explore.
And apologies for being the cause of Dana tearing out a post surgical staple on her belly from uncontrollable laughter. I should come packaged with a warning label.
And so, although I left the bookstore empty-handed, I was pleased to have had the chance to wander around for hours- thinking about what I have read, the books I am currently reading, the ones I have lined up to read next and the ones I have yet to know about..
..and thinking, its time to put all that writing to good use-- I really felt the connection to that thought today, and it felt.. right...
________________________________________________
original (e:strip) post 8/26/07, "WOOT.com"
I laugh easily, find humor in most things, but this had me in tears. I can really appreciate a good write up, especially in places you don't quite expect it. I've been sniffing around Woot lately, hoping there is nothing I need, right then and there, cause its so cheap, and i need one NOW. No, yesterday. So far so good; amusing stuff, but nothing that has gotten me spastic. Anyway, the following item was yesterdays I think. Initially I ignored the product description since I have no intentions to go TiVo (although tempting), despite that the product would be free. Realizing I never closed out of the page, I went to do so and something caught my eye. I proceeded to read the whole page. I thought I would share with you, perhaps make you giggle too. They are usually kinda quirky with what they write, but oh oh oh, this got me. Funny, huh? especially when read out loud with dramatic voice inflection. No seriously.
[box] Practically FreeVo
Sign up for a year of TiVo service and receive a $170 rebate - the equivalent of getting this TiVo free, plus $35 towards your service contract.
Look, it's time we had a talk. We're worried about you, and we can't just sit here while you destroy yourself, while you waste your life trapped in a squalid cycle of degradation. Please, for the sake of those who love you: stop watching TV commercials.
The average American watches about 2.5 hours of television every day. About 40 of those minutes are taken up by TV commercials. Multiply that by 50 years, and commercials will have destroyed over 500 days of your adult life. Remember that when you're on your deathbed wishing you could spend one more day with your grandkids.
There is a way out. You're not alone. To fight this epidemic of slow TV death, Woot and TiVo have teamed up to make a limited number of TiVo R54080 Series2 80 Hour Digital Video Recorders available to victims of TV commercial syndrome, for a special sufferer's price. And if you buy one and sign up for a year of TiVo service, you're eligible for a $170 rebate, which will pay for the TiVo itself plus two month's worth of service. We just wish we could do more.
And we haven't even mentioned the time you waste sitting through one show because you're waiting for the next one, or watching some random garbage on TV because nothing good is on. Perhaps it's best that no statistics are available about this more insidious form of time-drain - the full horror would be too overwhelming.
We dream of a world where anyone can dial up the latest episode of Age of Love or UFC Unleashed any time, day or night...where a handicapped child can watch an entire episode of The Suite Life of Zack and Cody in 22 minutes...where agonized Chicago Cubs fans can process their pain by repeated slo-mo viewings of whatever bizarre misplay keeps them out of the World Series next time. We say to that lonely adolescent boy in the heartland, struggling with new, unfamiliar feelings: "Never again will you miss a Cinemax After Hours feature presentation." We say, to those still scarred by the "smunchy" disaster: "Never again."
You will watch what you want to watch, when you want to watch it, and nothing more. But we can't do it alone. You have to want help. The road back will be long and rough and littered with those who didn't make it. But with TiVo and Woot by your side, hope is more than just a currently unfashionable girl's name. Together, we can beat this thing.[/box]
Someone on here has a woot-like page set up-- outdoor equipment or something? that could be dangerous for me..
PS Confessions of Matchmaker tonight, 11pm A&E channel 42. See previous post for more info!
"Starbooks Down the Espresso Hole"
Starbooks down the Espresso Hole
There is something delicious about wandering the aisles of a bookstore. I'm in my element and feel so at home amongst the shelves of authors writing about a plethora of subjects; admiring their ability to take me into a another world of creativity, enhance my knowledge or simply pique my interest on something I haven't yet encountered.
A real treat is in finding book sellers that cater to old publications. There is sensual pleasure in deeply inhaling the scent of old books, especially those bound in leather. Slowly dragging my fingertips down the spines of literary works; curious of their contents I grasp the book, pull it off the shelf and gingerly open the front cover. The feel of the pages differ from each selection, some smooth like tissue paper, others course and fiberous. The look and smell of the book is just the beginning, it is the contents, the anticipation of reading, that draws me in to the experience.
I want to read it all, and sadly I know I won't. However, I read often and thoroughly and am pleased with the ever growing and ever depleting pile of books in my home. With a recent Amazon order, I just added 14 related books to that pile. Learning and unlearning is my objective, and somehow, I predict Amazon's stock to rise in direct proportion to my orders ;)
As a child, I fell in love with the local village library; our primary source for attaining reading material. Thanks to a keen interest and the assistance of my mom, I learned to read early. I had simple stories mastered prior to kindergarten. I vividly recall often choosing books over toys when allowed to select something for myself at the store. It wasn't an easy choice (can't I have both?), but the book often won out. Words fed my imagination and eventually my imagination produced words. I began writing stories at an early age as well, complete with illustration. How simple, darling and profound those early stories; if they are still around, I would very much like to excavate them. Through reading, writing and drawing, the pictures and words took me places that I could feel in the same sense as though it were tangibly real. More words were eventually produced with the advent of the "diary", later re termed, "journal"; a medium that would serve me well from the age of nine to current, a few weeks shy of 32.
Its been several years since I've checked out a selection from the library. I much prefer to buy books and read them at my leisure and have them to refer back to forever more.
In this love and pursuit of ever expanding knowledge and creative expression, it was with pleasure to accompany my best bud, Dana, to one of the local and larger booksellers, Barnes and Noble earlier today. It never fails that my reaction is that of building anticipation. I edge towards the entrance and pass over the threshold, I am suddenly exposed to books and media in the form of new fiction, best sellers, non fiction, business, religion, philosophy, biographies, summer reading, local authors, magazines, physics, science fiction, bargains, nature and so much more. It used to be that I would feel overwhelmed upon entering- unsure of where to start, who to read, what subjects to pursue, etc. I feel more confident and in control now that I have made a dent, so to speak, even though as soon as I make a dent, it is quickly filled with new material. What is diffent now, from say 15 or even 9 years ago, is that I walk down the aisles and can point to multiple familiar authors and subjects. I've read a lot, but I have a lot to go. Today, I refrained from purchasing, but I did write down a few titles I would like to have in my possession. In short, reading and learning is a constant of mine.
And when combined with caffeine and good company, it is all good.
I like that this Barnes&Noble has a Starbucks situated inside. I've mentioned previously that while I derive pleasure in supporting local business, I will gravitate towards whichever demonstrates quality and consistency- Starbucks wins out for all other coffee offerings in the Western New York area; and this one happens to be next to aisles and aisles of books. As of today, I call that location, "Starbooks". Actually, there are two other Starbucks in the same plaza. With three to choose from- Dana and I pondered where the invisible phase line intersects the three and is there a Burmuda Triangle phenomenon? If found, would we suddenly be sucked into a caffeinated abyss? A black hole? no, more appropriate would be an Espresso Vortex. I tried calling it a "Black Affagotto" but she said it sounded dirty; like that has ever stopped us before. Hello, what other 4th graders were administratively separated from being in same class for 5th grade due to our penchance for all things perverted? hmmm? "U.S. Male" 9 year old typo? I think not.. hahaha
Which just reminded me a decidedly hilarious remark I made today while snickering down the "christianity" aisle holding a book with an expressive Pope on the back cover; and I will stop there. Apologies in advance for any offense I may have caused, but please know, that *everything* is open territory for my sense of humor to explore.
And apologies for being the cause of Dana tearing out a post surgical staple on her belly from uncontrollable laughter. I should come packaged with a warning label.
And so, although I left the bookstore empty-handed, I was pleased to have had the chance to wander around for hours- thinking about what I have read, the books I am currently reading, the ones I have lined up to read next and the ones I have yet to know about..
..and thinking, its time to put all that writing to good use-- I really felt the connection to that thought today, and it felt.. right...
________________________________________________
original (e:strip) post 8/26/07, "WOOT.com"
I laugh easily, find humor in most things, but this had me in tears. I can really appreciate a good write up, especially in places you don't quite expect it. I've been sniffing around Woot lately, hoping there is nothing I need, right then and there, cause its so cheap, and i need one NOW. No, yesterday. So far so good; amusing stuff, but nothing that has gotten me spastic. Anyway, the following item was yesterdays I think. Initially I ignored the product description since I have no intentions to go TiVo (although tempting), despite that the product would be free. Realizing I never closed out of the page, I went to do so and something caught my eye. I proceeded to read the whole page. I thought I would share with you, perhaps make you giggle too. They are usually kinda quirky with what they write, but oh oh oh, this got me. Funny, huh? especially when read out loud with dramatic voice inflection. No seriously.
[box] Practically FreeVo
Sign up for a year of TiVo service and receive a $170 rebate - the equivalent of getting this TiVo free, plus $35 towards your service contract.
Look, it's time we had a talk. We're worried about you, and we can't just sit here while you destroy yourself, while you waste your life trapped in a squalid cycle of degradation. Please, for the sake of those who love you: stop watching TV commercials.
The average American watches about 2.5 hours of television every day. About 40 of those minutes are taken up by TV commercials. Multiply that by 50 years, and commercials will have destroyed over 500 days of your adult life. Remember that when you're on your deathbed wishing you could spend one more day with your grandkids.
There is a way out. You're not alone. To fight this epidemic of slow TV death, Woot and TiVo have teamed up to make a limited number of TiVo R54080 Series2 80 Hour Digital Video Recorders available to victims of TV commercial syndrome, for a special sufferer's price. And if you buy one and sign up for a year of TiVo service, you're eligible for a $170 rebate, which will pay for the TiVo itself plus two month's worth of service. We just wish we could do more.
And we haven't even mentioned the time you waste sitting through one show because you're waiting for the next one, or watching some random garbage on TV because nothing good is on. Perhaps it's best that no statistics are available about this more insidious form of time-drain - the full horror would be too overwhelming.
We dream of a world where anyone can dial up the latest episode of Age of Love or UFC Unleashed any time, day or night...where a handicapped child can watch an entire episode of The Suite Life of Zack and Cody in 22 minutes...where agonized Chicago Cubs fans can process their pain by repeated slo-mo viewings of whatever bizarre misplay keeps them out of the World Series next time. We say to that lonely adolescent boy in the heartland, struggling with new, unfamiliar feelings: "Never again will you miss a Cinemax After Hours feature presentation." We say, to those still scarred by the "smunchy" disaster: "Never again."
You will watch what you want to watch, when you want to watch it, and nothing more. But we can't do it alone. You have to want help. The road back will be long and rough and littered with those who didn't make it. But with TiVo and Woot by your side, hope is more than just a currently unfashionable girl's name. Together, we can beat this thing.[/box]
Someone on here has a woot-like page set up-- outdoor equipment or something? that could be dangerous for me..
PS Confessions of Matchmaker tonight, 11pm A&E channel 42. See previous post for more info!
theecarey - 08/27/07 19:53
Sue was the youngish one who needed flirting tips? yeh, I liked her as is, too. I agree with not revealing much on a first date, but she shouldnt change too much about herself. Some of those people on the show *really* needed the tips. Hope all works out well for them.
Its not my story to tell, but in short, Yes, that was the same Sean on this site and he does blog regularly at MySpace- he had actually been cross posting them to here, although heavier stuff on his page, I believe. He's on my page, if you want to click it and check out his writings.
Thing about blogs, is that they are often just a sliver, a tiny peek into the bigger picture.
I dont know much about tivo- I know that came first as a recording process well before the cable compnay offered "DVR". I wonder if I would essentially end up watching more tv if I had what I wanted whenever I wanted? hmmm...
Sue was the youngish one who needed flirting tips? yeh, I liked her as is, too. I agree with not revealing much on a first date, but she shouldnt change too much about herself. Some of those people on the show *really* needed the tips. Hope all works out well for them.
Its not my story to tell, but in short, Yes, that was the same Sean on this site and he does blog regularly at MySpace- he had actually been cross posting them to here, although heavier stuff on his page, I believe. He's on my page, if you want to click it and check out his writings.
Thing about blogs, is that they are often just a sliver, a tiny peek into the bigger picture.
I dont know much about tivo- I know that came first as a recording process well before the cable compnay offered "DVR". I wonder if I would essentially end up watching more tv if I had what I wanted whenever I wanted? hmmm...
metalpeter - 08/27/07 18:53
First question first was Sean the same guy who had posts on here and he would have links to his myspace blogs as well? Reason I ask is cause if it was him he looked nothing like his user picture at all. That was an interesting episode to say the least. I can't believe she asked him to get rid of his sex blogs, I hope he had them backed up, not that I have ever read any of them that I know of. On to sue I liked sue and I liked that she admitted that she isn't a flirt. If I was a guy then I would know that I can't look for those signals or that lack of those signals doesn't mean she not into me. This is not the first time that she has tried to get people to change who they are that I liked who they where (or at least how the show presented them).
Ok on to the tivo thing. That is funny. But if tivo takes off it will change TV and how shows are viewed and may kill all the tv networks. The only reason TV stations are on is from the ad money they get so if people can watch shows with out the ads then when less people watch TV stations won't get as much money for ads. Eventually there wouldn't be stations but the question is then how would TV shows get paid to get made? I think shows would get sponsered like in the old days and lots of product placement. Product placement if done right is really good but can get really ugly to. Plus then what happens to all the TV Ad writers what will they do for a living? I don't think this will happen I don't think TIVO will take off enough. There will allways be people who don't have cable and that may keep TV stations going. It will be interesting to see how things turn out in the next 10 or more years. Oh yeah you can sort of do the same thing with DVD and VHS and Fast Forward the ads.
First question first was Sean the same guy who had posts on here and he would have links to his myspace blogs as well? Reason I ask is cause if it was him he looked nothing like his user picture at all. That was an interesting episode to say the least. I can't believe she asked him to get rid of his sex blogs, I hope he had them backed up, not that I have ever read any of them that I know of. On to sue I liked sue and I liked that she admitted that she isn't a flirt. If I was a guy then I would know that I can't look for those signals or that lack of those signals doesn't mean she not into me. This is not the first time that she has tried to get people to change who they are that I liked who they where (or at least how the show presented them).
Ok on to the tivo thing. That is funny. But if tivo takes off it will change TV and how shows are viewed and may kill all the tv networks. The only reason TV stations are on is from the ad money they get so if people can watch shows with out the ads then when less people watch TV stations won't get as much money for ads. Eventually there wouldn't be stations but the question is then how would TV shows get paid to get made? I think shows would get sponsered like in the old days and lots of product placement. Product placement if done right is really good but can get really ugly to. Plus then what happens to all the TV Ad writers what will they do for a living? I don't think this will happen I don't think TIVO will take off enough. There will allways be people who don't have cable and that may keep TV stations going. It will be interesting to see how things turn out in the next 10 or more years. Oh yeah you can sort of do the same thing with DVD and VHS and Fast Forward the ads.
08/25/2007 18:14 #40734
Confessions of a MatchmakerCategory: friends
I wrote about this before: (e:theecarey,39775)
I've been watching Confessions of a Matchmaker on and off since its debut back in May, I think. There are a few I need to catch up on, but (e:pyrcedgrrl) has them recorded. yay!
Some of the episodes are really quite hilarious funny. For those that don't know, Confessions is a Buffalo based "reality" show. Auditions then taping occurred earlier this year. My friend, (e:inspiraysean) is on the show, and will be finally making his episode appearance this Sunday, August 26th at 11pm on A&E. Look for "Sean K"
I do believe this is the last episode of the season.
haha, he's been touted as Patti's most difficult case yet. ;)
A little more info about the show taken from their website:
I really think that Angela, who appeared on episode three was one of our peeps, (e:angelal) ?-- not that she has been on here in a long long time, to ask.
So anyways, watch it. Its funny. Its Buffalo..
I've been watching Confessions of a Matchmaker on and off since its debut back in May, I think. There are a few I need to catch up on, but (e:pyrcedgrrl) has them recorded. yay!
Some of the episodes are really quite hilarious funny. For those that don't know, Confessions is a Buffalo based "reality" show. Auditions then taping occurred earlier this year. My friend, (e:inspiraysean) is on the show, and will be finally making his episode appearance this Sunday, August 26th at 11pm on A&E. Look for "Sean K"
I do believe this is the last episode of the season.
haha, he's been touted as Patti's most difficult case yet. ;)
A little more info about the show taken from their website:
Set in Buffalo, New York, CONFESSIONS OF A MATCHMAKER follows singles desperate for Patti's help, from their initial interview, through the date, and finally, to the often painfully honest follow-up where Patti assesses their performance and reveals whether or not a match has been made. The series goes inside the real world of dating, where people are flawed and sometimes just need a good swift kick. And Patti is not afraid to give it to them. The Simon Cowell of dating, Patti's brutal honesty and gut instincts are like nothing you've ever seen. They may not end up in a hot-tub at the end of every episode...in fact, more than likely, they'll end up in hot water with Patti for not following her advice!
I really think that Angela, who appeared on episode three was one of our peeps, (e:angelal) ?-- not that she has been on here in a long long time, to ask.
So anyways, watch it. Its funny. Its Buffalo..
angelal - 06/24/08 19:32
yeah thats me!!!
yeah thats me!!!
libertad - 08/27/07 16:41
I thoroughly enjoyed watching that show. Thanks for sharing.
I thoroughly enjoyed watching that show. Thanks for sharing.
metalpeter - 08/26/07 17:52
dam I missed the Marathon once it changed nights I lost when it was on then I missed a couple episodes once I saw it was on Sunday, maybe I'll catch it tonight.
dam I missed the Marathon once it changed nights I lost when it was on then I missed a couple episodes once I saw it was on Sunday, maybe I'll catch it tonight.
theecarey - 08/25/07 22:58
Oh I know! Its crazy isnt it?! I still have a bunch to catch up on but I *really* liked what I did see. Isn't Patty great?! God, she really gives it to them.. good stuff too. It is weird to see restaurants and other places that I recognize!
Oh I know! Its crazy isnt it?! I still have a bunch to catch up on but I *really* liked what I did see. Isn't Patty great?! God, she really gives it to them.. good stuff too. It is weird to see restaurants and other places that I recognize!
mike - 08/25/07 20:50
I watched a marathon of that show today!@ IT was so entertaining , especially seeing local landmarks and people that I knew. I saw the commercials for theone tomroow and I was pretty sure it was inspireysean from the prewview but now I am glad to know it is for sure!
I watched a marathon of that show today!@ IT was so entertaining , especially seeing local landmarks and people that I knew. I saw the commercials for theone tomroow and I was pretty sure it was inspireysean from the prewview but now I am glad to know it is for sure!
08/25/2007 13:09 #40724
Vodka QuestionCategory: question for you
I'm more apt to have various rums on hand, yet I've recently taken to making a refreshing glass of vodka with pomegranate juice, lime and club soda over ice. I normally don't care what kind of vodka, as it usually blends in with whatever its being mixed with, but with this concoction, I can really tell the difference between a smooth vodka and one that is bottom of shelf pushed way back, covered in dust variety.
So my question is, what, in your opinion is the better/best vodka brand?
..and not crazy expensive.
Thanks :)
So my question is, what, in your opinion is the better/best vodka brand?
..and not crazy expensive.
Thanks :)
theecarey - 08/26/07 21:22
AWESOME info (e:zobar) ! I am going to try Three Olives, yumyum, cant wait.
AWESOME info (e:zobar) ! I am going to try Three Olives, yumyum, cant wait.
zobar - 08/26/07 16:57
I find the potato vodkas [Ketel One, Belvedere] tend to be a bit, eh, assertive. Skyy is my go-to vodka at bars, but when stocking my home shelf I go with Three Olives, which is perpetually on sale at Premier. I find Three Olives to be indistinguishable from Grey Goose, which is overrated and overpriced.
- Z
I find the potato vodkas [Ketel One, Belvedere] tend to be a bit, eh, assertive. Skyy is my go-to vodka at bars, but when stocking my home shelf I go with Three Olives, which is perpetually on sale at Premier. I find Three Olives to be indistinguishable from Grey Goose, which is overrated and overpriced.
- Z
theecarey - 08/25/07 17:56
so probably should put back the SKOL? hahaha No, see, I found a bottle in my stash from a prior party, and its pretty harsh. I dont know why I didnt think about Sky; thats nice stuff. Blue bottle, right? yeh, guess I would have figured that out once I venture over to the liqueur store.
Absolute has different flavors, hmm...
so probably should put back the SKOL? hahaha No, see, I found a bottle in my stash from a prior party, and its pretty harsh. I dont know why I didnt think about Sky; thats nice stuff. Blue bottle, right? yeh, guess I would have figured that out once I venture over to the liqueur store.
Absolute has different flavors, hmm...
ladycroft - 08/25/07 15:16
my favorites are skyy and svedka, usually $20 bottle.
my favorites are skyy and svedka, usually $20 bottle.
jenks - 08/25/07 13:32
I'm not much of a vodka connoisseur, but I think grey goose, ketel one, belvedere are pretty top-shelf. Absolut is fine with me.
I'm not much of a vodka connoisseur, but I think grey goose, ketel one, belvedere are pretty top-shelf. Absolut is fine with me.
08/24/2007 17:53 #40714
Weekend Festivals- Jazz, Arts, BEER, etcCategory: friday
The weekend is officially here! What are you going to do? Looking no further, here are a few activities I've highlighted that are going on this weekend:
Festivals this weekend:
* Elmwood Avenue Festival of the Arts
* Historic Lewiston Jazz Festival
* Buffalo Beer Fest
(yes, a festival devoted to BEER!)
* Polish Harvest Festival
* Tomato Festival
* Buffalo Irish Festival
Nice thing about festivals is that they can be squeaked in among all the other going ons in your weekend plans.
Elmwood Avenue Festiival of the Arts 25th and 26th
enhance our community experience. Cultural/Environmental Row at the
Elmwood Avenue Festival of the Arts will be showcasing over 35
community organizations. At Environmental Row on Auburn Ave., learn how to decrease energy consumption while lowering your utility bills! Local Theaters, Art Galleries, small community choruses, children's arts and sports organizations will be on hand to share information at Cultural Row on Breckenridge Street. The Elmwood Avenue Festival of the Arts Environmental Row will be partially powered by The Sunweaver
Renewable Energy Show for the fourth year! Wind Action Group, Buffalo Niagara Riverkeeper, and Buffalo Blue Bicycle(Buffalo's latest alternative to the combustion engine) will all be on Environmental Row[/box]
Historic Lewiston Jazz Festival is this weekend, 24,25,&26th
Its FREE!!
probably food/wine and other nice add ons :)
[box]Jazz Musicians will perform throughout the village of Lewiston, NY in numerous restaurants and lounges -- as well as at a variety of outdoor sites along Center Street -- on Friday evening and all day Saturday and Sunday. All jazz performances are free to the public.
In addition enjoying jazz played by world-class musicians, attendees at the free event can browse for treasures at a premier antique show, view Jaguars and other classic cars at a vintage car show, and sample a wide array of culinary delights provided by local restaurants and regional wine producers. The Festival is presented by the New York Power Authority (NYPA), the event's founding sponsor, The Lower Niagara River Region Chamber of Commerce, the Village of Lewiston, and the Town of Lewiston.[/box]
Buffalo Brewfest - August 25 2007, 2-6pm - "Come spend the afternoon tasting beer from local breweries, food, entertainment and more". ((ok!))
495 Paderewski Drive, Buffalo 14212
^^director's pick, hehe
Polish Harvest Festival -Sat. Aug 25 to Sun. Aug 26
11:30A.M. - 8:00P.M.
"Festival that celebrates Polish "Thanksgiving." Features Polish foods & beer, live music, farmers' market,crafts, theme baskets, Polish folk Mass (8/26 at 11:00A.M.)"
199 Clark St., Buffalo 14212
5th Annual Tomato Fest Fri. Aug 24 to Sun. Aug 26
8-24-07 12P-9P, 8-25-07 & 8-26-07 10A-8P
"Festival includes delicious daily food, beer garden, farmer's market, Chinese auction, rides, games, crafts, live bands. Tomato Contests: Biggest,Best Dressed,Eating,& Sauce. Fri. - Ms Tomato Pageant.
Sat. - Car & Motorcycle Show. Sat/Sun - Disc Golf Tourney.
Sun. - 5-K race/walk"
Old Lake Shore Rd. & Evangola Parkway, Brant 14081
Buffalo Irish Festival Fri. Aug 24 to Sun. Aug 26
Fri-5p-11p, Sat-noon-11p, Sun-noon-9p
"The 25th Annual Buffalo Irish Festival featuring foods from Ireland & US, including Irish bangers,corned beef & cabbage, potato chowder, scones, soda bread,Irish stew, & a variety of beers. Goods & Craft vendors, Irish Step-Dancing, & live music."
5600 McKinley Pkwy, Hamburg 14075
more activities info for WNY area:
Not sure yet what I am up for; any one or all of them sound good. Beerfest is at the top of my list, I think.. I could just open my fridge for a nice selection.
Anyway, have fun whatever you choose! :)
~Carey
Festivals this weekend:
* Elmwood Avenue Festival of the Arts
* Historic Lewiston Jazz Festival
* Buffalo Beer Fest
(yes, a festival devoted to BEER!)
* Polish Harvest Festival
* Tomato Festival
* Buffalo Irish Festival
Nice thing about festivals is that they can be squeaked in among all the other going ons in your weekend plans.
Elmwood Avenue Festiival of the Arts 25th and 26th
- 180 Artist booths:
- Lots of music: (entertainment roster)
- Food--ofcourse!! (list of participants):
- Cultural and Environmental Row:
enhance our community experience. Cultural/Environmental Row at the
Elmwood Avenue Festival of the Arts will be showcasing over 35
community organizations. At Environmental Row on Auburn Ave., learn how to decrease energy consumption while lowering your utility bills! Local Theaters, Art Galleries, small community choruses, children's arts and sports organizations will be on hand to share information at Cultural Row on Breckenridge Street. The Elmwood Avenue Festival of the Arts Environmental Row will be partially powered by The Sunweaver
Renewable Energy Show for the fourth year! Wind Action Group, Buffalo Niagara Riverkeeper, and Buffalo Blue Bicycle(Buffalo's latest alternative to the combustion engine) will all be on Environmental Row[/box]
Historic Lewiston Jazz Festival is this weekend, 24,25,&26th
Its FREE!!
- 30 musicians
- Antique Show
- Vintage Car Show
- Kid Stuff
probably food/wine and other nice add ons :)
[box]Jazz Musicians will perform throughout the village of Lewiston, NY in numerous restaurants and lounges -- as well as at a variety of outdoor sites along Center Street -- on Friday evening and all day Saturday and Sunday. All jazz performances are free to the public.
In addition enjoying jazz played by world-class musicians, attendees at the free event can browse for treasures at a premier antique show, view Jaguars and other classic cars at a vintage car show, and sample a wide array of culinary delights provided by local restaurants and regional wine producers. The Festival is presented by the New York Power Authority (NYPA), the event's founding sponsor, The Lower Niagara River Region Chamber of Commerce, the Village of Lewiston, and the Town of Lewiston.[/box]
Buffalo Brewfest - August 25 2007, 2-6pm - "Come spend the afternoon tasting beer from local breweries, food, entertainment and more". ((ok!))
495 Paderewski Drive, Buffalo 14212
^^director's pick, hehe
Polish Harvest Festival -Sat. Aug 25 to Sun. Aug 26
11:30A.M. - 8:00P.M.
"Festival that celebrates Polish "Thanksgiving." Features Polish foods & beer, live music, farmers' market,crafts, theme baskets, Polish folk Mass (8/26 at 11:00A.M.)"
199 Clark St., Buffalo 14212
5th Annual Tomato Fest Fri. Aug 24 to Sun. Aug 26
8-24-07 12P-9P, 8-25-07 & 8-26-07 10A-8P
"Festival includes delicious daily food, beer garden, farmer's market, Chinese auction, rides, games, crafts, live bands. Tomato Contests: Biggest,Best Dressed,Eating,& Sauce. Fri. - Ms Tomato Pageant.
Sat. - Car & Motorcycle Show. Sat/Sun - Disc Golf Tourney.
Sun. - 5-K race/walk"
Old Lake Shore Rd. & Evangola Parkway, Brant 14081
Buffalo Irish Festival Fri. Aug 24 to Sun. Aug 26
Fri-5p-11p, Sat-noon-11p, Sun-noon-9p
"The 25th Annual Buffalo Irish Festival featuring foods from Ireland & US, including Irish bangers,corned beef & cabbage, potato chowder, scones, soda bread,Irish stew, & a variety of beers. Goods & Craft vendors, Irish Step-Dancing, & live music."
5600 McKinley Pkwy, Hamburg 14075
more activities info for WNY area:
Not sure yet what I am up for; any one or all of them sound good. Beerfest is at the top of my list, I think.. I could just open my fridge for a nice selection.
Anyway, have fun whatever you choose! :)
~Carey
vincent - 08/25/07 11:06
Don't forget Hootie & the Blowfish @ Artpark on Sunday to cap off the Lewiston Jazz Fest!!!!
Don't forget Hootie & the Blowfish @ Artpark on Sunday to cap off the Lewiston Jazz Fest!!!!
deeglam - 08/25/07 03:30
FABULOUS! great run down....and it sounds like an amazing weekend in buffalo....I CAN'T WAIT TO BE BACK! I love reading all of your journals to get the buffalo vibe when I am not home....thanks for keeping me in touch!
FABULOUS! great run down....and it sounds like an amazing weekend in buffalo....I CAN'T WAIT TO BE BACK! I love reading all of your journals to get the buffalo vibe when I am not home....thanks for keeping me in touch!
theecarey - 08/25/07 01:40
I do remember taking a beer offered by a stranger, but not getting around to drinking it. So, no.. thats just normal behavior for me :) A friend and I were playing on the swings, going down the slide.. of course I had to start messing around with said slide..trying new and crazier ways to go down and back up it.
I do remember taking a beer offered by a stranger, but not getting around to drinking it. So, no.. thats just normal behavior for me :) A friend and I were playing on the swings, going down the slide.. of course I had to start messing around with said slide..trying new and crazier ways to go down and back up it.
theecarey - 08/25/07 00:30
oh yeh, backwards and in almost complete darkness.
oh yeh, backwards and in almost complete darkness.
theecarey - 08/24/07 23:18
haha, yeh, I went down a slide backwards. I only have a smile on my face, because I managed to stop before landing on my head :)
haha, yeh, I went down a slide backwards. I only have a smile on my face, because I managed to stop before landing on my head :)
tinypliny - 08/24/07 21:53
Oh, and I love your new userpic. Looks like you are holding a flame... but you are not.
Oh, and I love your new userpic. Looks like you are holding a flame... but you are not.
tinypliny - 08/24/07 21:50
OOOOh, so many option. I think, to me, the Tomato Fest looks awfully attractive... oooh, tomatoes. But its so far away and I can't walk. That takes some fun out of stuff. The Elmwood arts thing is a stone's throw - but alas, no farmer's market. I am torn.
OOOOh, so many option. I think, to me, the Tomato Fest looks awfully attractive... oooh, tomatoes. But its so far away and I can't walk. That takes some fun out of stuff. The Elmwood arts thing is a stone's throw - but alas, no farmer's market. I am torn.
Thank you kindly, peeps :)
That deer running away shot is great I never would have caught that.
I love the bumblebee shots! It's cool that you can almost see their wings.
I <3 LLLOVVVE <3 the pics!
Thanks so much!
those are some really nice pics!
Wow! Those are so great. Look at you stalking that deer! I really like your photo of the apple trees.