Ok, short notice, I know. But from 1-4 there is a tour of homes (and businesses, I think) in the area that now wants to be called "Essex Corners" (at least it's not becoming a village, right Paul?") It begins at Prime 490, in the heart of Essex corners.
This is a short walk from my house, and I really do think things are going to get better and better in that part of our neighborhood.
Janelle doesn't want to give up too much of her Saturday, but I'm going, with or without her (I can't believe I haven't done a U2 post yet--that will come soon). If you would like to join, drop a comment and/or show up at 1.
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12/08/2007 10:11 #42432
Tour "Essex Corners"Category: tour
12/07/2007 09:05 #42423
10 Things I like about Hines WardCategory: 10 things
1. He always smiles when he plays football. Even when its hard. He loves football that much.
2. As of this Sunday, he has caught more touchdowns than anybody else.
3. He's bi-racial (black and Korean) and proud of it. This has made a HUGE difference in Korea, where anybody that wasn't 100% Korean was outcaste.
4. He loves to block. Wide receivers are typically smaller, and avoid contact, but Hines seeks it out. He enrages/embarrasses bigger defensive players by putting a hurt on them.
5. He plays through pain (again, still smiling)
6. He plays well in bad weather (see the last two games)
7. He can throw (he was a QB before he became a wideout).
8. He doesn't complain about being on the run-heavy Steelers (it gives him more chances to block!).
9. He's generous in Korea, Georgia, and Pittsburgh.
10. He's going to be instrumental in the Steelers defeat of New England.
2. As of this Sunday, he has caught more touchdowns than anybody else.
3. He's bi-racial (black and Korean) and proud of it. This has made a HUGE difference in Korea, where anybody that wasn't 100% Korean was outcaste.
4. He loves to block. Wide receivers are typically smaller, and avoid contact, but Hines seeks it out. He enrages/embarrasses bigger defensive players by putting a hurt on them.
5. He plays through pain (again, still smiling)
6. He plays well in bad weather (see the last two games)
7. He can throw (he was a QB before he became a wideout).
8. He doesn't complain about being on the run-heavy Steelers (it gives him more chances to block!).
9. He's generous in Korea, Georgia, and Pittsburgh.
10. He's going to be instrumental in the Steelers defeat of New England.
metalpeter - 12/07/07 19:14
Don't ask me why I'm a Steelers and Penguins fan when I never even see the penguins on TV nor have I ever been there. That being said I like that number 10 doesn't say if it will be this week or in the playoffs. I do think the Steelers are good enough to beat them. However if The Pats play there best football (unlike last couple of weeks) I don't think the steelers have a chance. It all comes down to who plays better. On a side note it is to bad that in Football we here so much more about all the troubled players instead of the none trouble and often more humble guys in the league.
Don't ask me why I'm a Steelers and Penguins fan when I never even see the penguins on TV nor have I ever been there. That being said I like that number 10 doesn't say if it will be this week or in the playoffs. I do think the Steelers are good enough to beat them. However if The Pats play there best football (unlike last couple of weeks) I don't think the steelers have a chance. It all comes down to who plays better. On a side note it is to bad that in Football we here so much more about all the troubled players instead of the none trouble and often more humble guys in the league.
mrdeadlier - 12/07/07 10:18
Even though there isn't a blue Buffalo on his helmet, I root for the guy. The dude is a total GAMER and is just sooo good. And a Super Bowl MVP!
Even though there isn't a blue Buffalo on his helmet, I root for the guy. The dude is a total GAMER and is just sooo good. And a Super Bowl MVP!
mrmike - 12/07/07 10:09
I've had a healthy respect for him for a couple seasons now. I think it was in 05, either he was in the middle of contract negotiations. He set that aside to be with the team even though he wasn't ready. He put an end to contract matters to be with the team at the final exhibition game and had hisself ready to go for the opener the next week.
Hope he rocks this weekend.
I've had a healthy respect for him for a couple seasons now. I think it was in 05, either he was in the middle of contract negotiations. He set that aside to be with the team even though he wasn't ready. He put an end to contract matters to be with the team at the final exhibition game and had hisself ready to go for the opener the next week.
Hope he rocks this weekend.
janelle - 12/07/07 09:40
I like that Hines Ward is attractive...yummy!
I like that Hines Ward is attractive...yummy!
12/06/2007 07:57 #42412
BirthdayCategory: birthday
Send (e:Janelle) birthday wishes. She was born today (cough, cough) years ago.
metalpeter - 12/06/07 18:34
Happy Birthday to Janelle!!!!!!!!!! Hope it is a good time for both of you.
Happy Birthday to Janelle!!!!!!!!!! Hope it is a good time for both of you.
mrdeadlier - 12/06/07 11:35
DUDE. Your Steelers aren't making it easy on themselves: :::link:::
Like the Pats don't have enough to play, hoping to "redeem" themselves after two poor primetime appearances.
DUDE. Your Steelers aren't making it easy on themselves: :::link:::
Like the Pats don't have enough to play, hoping to "redeem" themselves after two poor primetime appearances.
james - 12/06/07 11:15
My mother has been celebrating her annual 49th birthday for eight years now. My father's advice would be to just let it slide. They have been married for almost 40 years, so those are words of wisdom.
My mother has been celebrating her annual 49th birthday for eight years now. My father's advice would be to just let it slide. They have been married for almost 40 years, so those are words of wisdom.
imk2 - 12/06/07 09:34
happy birthday!
happy birthday!
mrmike - 12/06/07 09:20
Happy Day Janelle, hope rock-star Drew makes it a great one for you
Happy Day Janelle, hope rock-star Drew makes it a great one for you
jenks - 12/06/07 08:27
Happy Birthday Janelle!
Happy Birthday Janelle!
12/05/2007 07:47 #42399
10 Things I like about Buffalo RisingCategory: 10 things
They were nice to me, so I am giving some love back. You all know that (e:strip) is my first love (and I've already made a list proclaiming it!)
1. It's updated every day (unlike my blog)
2. There's lots of discussion (and sometimes a smart comment, too)
3. News pops up there quickly.
4. Rumor pops up there quickly (I'm not sure if this is good, but I like it).
5. They cheaply, quickly, and effectively promote Buffalo events.
6. It looks nice.
7. It's driven people to elmwoodjesus.org
8. It turned me into a rockstar.
9. Newell is a nice guy and an agent of change for the better in the neighborhood.
10. It points to good places to eat.
More/better posts soon, I promise. Hannukah is here. Light a candle! Throw out that occupying army!
1. It's updated every day (unlike my blog)
2. There's lots of discussion (and sometimes a smart comment, too)
3. News pops up there quickly.
4. Rumor pops up there quickly (I'm not sure if this is good, but I like it).
5. They cheaply, quickly, and effectively promote Buffalo events.
6. It looks nice.
7. It's driven people to elmwoodjesus.org
8. It turned me into a rockstar.
9. Newell is a nice guy and an agent of change for the better in the neighborhood.
10. It points to good places to eat.
More/better posts soon, I promise. Hannukah is here. Light a candle! Throw out that occupying army!
drew - 12/05/07 14:52
Sadly, our carpet is still all shabby and brown.
Sadly, our carpet is still all shabby and brown.
james - 12/05/07 14:23
Where is the Drew who once upon a time moved to Buffalo and was pastor of a church.
Now it is all spot lights and red carpets for Mr. Big Time. I want the old Drew back. ;_;
he he he, congrats on the growing publicity.
Where is the Drew who once upon a time moved to Buffalo and was pastor of a church.
Now it is all spot lights and red carpets for Mr. Big Time. I want the old Drew back. ;_;
he he he, congrats on the growing publicity.
mrmike - 12/05/07 11:37
Congrats on the positive pr. That has to be good for the church as well as flattering to you.
Congrats on the positive pr. That has to be good for the church as well as flattering to you.
12/03/2007 16:36 #42382
Look at me!I am a Buffalo Rock star :)
Janelle told me not to let the story go to my head.
Good press is always nice.
Janelle told me not to let the story go to my head.
Good press is always nice.
lauren - 12/06/07 10:47
i know im a little late, but congratulations Drew! I really do think you are the coolest of the cool and obviously others do as well :)
i know im a little late, but congratulations Drew! I really do think you are the coolest of the cool and obviously others do as well :)
jbeatty - 12/04/07 21:44
Felly you have a list?
Felly you have a list?
changeisgood - 12/04/07 09:57
drew - you better be careful. I heard this morning some famous 'pastors' are being investigated for acting outside of the church's tax-exempt status. With you starting to live so large - you just better watch out!!
drew - you better be careful. I heard this morning some famous 'pastors' are being investigated for acting outside of the church's tax-exempt status. With you starting to live so large - you just better watch out!!
fellyconnelly - 12/04/07 09:55
yet another rockstar that i can say i know!
yet another rockstar that i can say i know!
museumchick - 12/03/07 21:37
That's awesome! Congratulations, rockstar pastor:).
That's awesome! Congratulations, rockstar pastor:).
james - 12/03/07 21:12
If you get five new parishioners, and they each get five new parishioners, and THEY each get five new parishioners....
If you get five new parishioners, and they each get five new parishioners, and THEY each get five new parishioners....
paul - 12/03/07 21:09
Congrats! Don't forget us when you are too famous for estrip and have to move on to myspace.
Congrats! Don't forget us when you are too famous for estrip and have to move on to myspace.
jim - 12/03/07 21:07
Congrats, Drew!
Just think, if membership keeps doubling every year, in 10 years you'll have a million members.
Congrats, Drew!
Just think, if membership keeps doubling every year, in 10 years you'll have a million members.
mike - 12/03/07 20:44
congrats! that is cool that the membership has doubled. Congrats!
congrats! that is cool that the membership has doubled. Congrats!
metalpeter - 12/03/07 17:49
Very interesting, I am a member of that website but like never go there. I have a little booklet from them to I'll have to go see who made it in there. Congratulations on the article and I hope you are able to expand the congregation.
Very interesting, I am a member of that website but like never go there. I have a little booklet from them to I'll have to go see who made it in there. Congratulations on the article and I hope you are able to expand the congregation.
janelle - 12/03/07 17:14
Oh, my. I have a rock star pastor for a husband. *Blush*
Oh, my. I have a rock star pastor for a husband. *Blush*
mrmike - 12/03/07 16:40
Go on wif your bad self
Go on wif your bad self
It was really cool. Good things are happening over there. And there are good people in the neighborhood, too.
How was it?