Thursday, December 31, 2009

Travel City

I would like to say that waking up at 4AM to catch a flight from Seattle to Oakland and then taking a shuttle back to SF and then driving to Tahoe to celebrate New Year's makes for a long day.

Wednesday, December 30, 2009

Seattle Early

I would like to thank Ash's friends Leslie, Bill, Steve, and Alex for picking us up, hanging out with us and then providing us with a place to stay during our 16 hour stay in Seattle.

Tuesday, December 29, 2009

Pasagshak

I would like to say that although the Kodiak museum, aquarium, and the sushi at the Old Powerhouse were good, the cliffs on the beach at Pasagshak were amazing even though I was disappointed with the lack of bison despite their prominent feces.

Monday, December 28, 2009

Lazy Movie Day

I woul like to say how impressed I am that Ash and Steph were able to stay awake and watch three straight movies in a row tonight after a lazy day with an easy hike at Near Island and it's impressive coastline.

Sunday, December 27, 2009

Abercrombie

I would like to thank the Kodiak pickup soccer league for thoroughly tiring me out after an easy hike with the pups in Abercrombie.

Saturday, December 26, 2009

Pillar Mountain

I would like to comment on how freaky it is to look at a windmill atop Pillar in the fog when you can barely see the giant blades sweeping in the air.

Friday, December 25, 2009

Merry Xmas

I would like to wish everyone a merry Christmas filled with many gifts, lots of good food, and most importantly great friends.

Thursday, December 24, 2009

Christmas Eve Is Closed

I would like to thank most Kodiak restaurants for being closed, the brewery for being open, the Coast Guard gym for letting me get a workout in, and Out Cold for keeping me entertained this evening.

Wednesday, December 23, 2009

Old woman

I would like to thank Old Woman for providing me with a true Alaskan experience featuring snow, cold winds, and epic views and Steph for showing me her Coast Guard choppers and finally welcome Ian home.

Tuesday, December 22, 2009

Let The Treasure Hunt Begin

I would like to thank Steph for setting up the treasure hunt that took us to Termination Point, the sunken ship, up most of Barometer and then Ash for a delicious Thai dinner over the movie Felon that was so good that I slept through it.

Monday, December 21, 2009

Anchorage surprise

I would like to say that although we spent most of our day waiting in the Anchorage airport the few hours we spent downtown were probably enough to fully enjoy this chilly city whose best feature could very well be the Glacier Brewhouse.

Sunday, December 20, 2009

On The Way To Sunny AK

I would like to say that I've never had such a hectic packing schedule and I can't believe how much stuff we're taking to AK.

Saturday, December 19, 2009

iPhone Miracle

I would like to say it's a miracle that my iPhone magicall arrived finally today and I'm glad that Ash forced me to make that wine rack by buying me an orbital sander.

Friday, December 18, 2009

Party of Random Friends

I would like to say that Iain and Amy's party was full of people I knew and didn't expect to see and I'm glad someone liked our toilet refill valve in the white elephant game and thanks to Ash for taking me to Lolo.

Thursday, December 17, 2009

Circus Acts

I would like to congratulate Ash on passing the Test of Strength and Skill I assembled for her and making it to Cirque du Soleil tonight.

Wednesday, December 16, 2009

Basically Moving

I would like to say that it feels like I'm moving with all the crap I need to pack (including my tools) for 3 days in SF, 10 days in Alaska and then New Year's snowboarding in Tahoe.

Tuesday, December 15, 2009

4 Ft Long

I would like to say that I wish the lab lunch didn't feature a 4 foot long steak burrito although the vegetarian one was actually pretty decent and the funfetti cookies Jenny made were pretty good.

Monday, December 14, 2009

Happy Happy Nate

I would like to thank Ash for taking me out a lovely birthday dinner at Tamarine and then convincing me to wake up early tomorrow morning to go for a run.

Sunday, December 13, 2009

Clean City

I would like to thank Ash for helping me thoroughly clean the our filthy house and then cook a delicious meal of orange chicken and fried rice in the new wok and then finally relaxing with an action packed movie that I may or may not have fallen asleep towards the end of.

Saturday, December 12, 2009

Cardinal Scout

I would like to say that thanks to Scout Leader Ashley, I was successfully crowned a birthday Cardinal Scout earning the art, seven seas, history, literature, sign language, dreams, future, fitness, sports, and family badges and I would also like to thank her for the book, the wok, breakfast in bed, and all the little Magic Box coupons.

Friday, December 11, 2009

Keep Your Hands Out My Cookie Jar

I would like to thank Jenny for hosting a delicious birthday dinner at her house tonight filled with delightful company and gifts.

Thursday, December 10, 2009

Pork Fuel

I would like to thanks Sean for the pulled pork dinner while watching Cuse beat UF that somehow left me feeling really good during tonight's game in the rain, except for the fact that my hands were frozen by the end again.

Wednesday, December 9, 2009

No Rain Please

I would like it if it weren't raining tomorrow morning when I wake up and ride my bike to the gym.

Tuesday, December 8, 2009

Cheesy Planet 51

I would like to thank Ash for taking me to see Planet 51; even though it was really cheesy, I had a good time hanging out with her and eating lots of ice cream and candy.

Monday, December 7, 2009

Frozen Tundra

I would like to say that I am not looking forward to my bike ride tomorrow morning in sub-30 degree temperatures and me starting to develop a cold but I would like to wish Petey Pab a happy birthday.

Sunday, December 6, 2009

Another Year, Another Loss

I would like to replay today's flag football championship where we lost in OT by 1 point, Stanford's women's soccer team lost 1-0 in the national championship, and my throat still hurts a little bit.

Saturday, December 5, 2009

On To The Finals

I would like to say I had a solid game in today's semifinal victory against Cedron Burgundy and can't believe that the B-School lost.

Friday, December 4, 2009

Scotch-A-Bar-Ation

I would like to congratulate Naveen on passing the bar and celebrating over a fine glass of Single Barrel Balvenie 15.

Thursday, December 3, 2009

Another Tough Workout

I would like to say that working out with Ash is just as tough as working out with Andy and I'm glad my Indian cooking turned out alright again.

Wednesday, December 2, 2009

Frozen Hands

I would like to say that I need to wear gloves to keep playing soccer in these mid 40 F temperatures and it's embarrassing that we finished today in a 2-2 tie.

Tuesday, December 1, 2009

Sleeeeep

I would like to have gone to bed 3 hours ago to make up for all the lost sleep during PA TG 09 but I am glad that I will be getting about 8 hours of sleep tonight.

Monday, November 30, 2009

Legxhausting

I would like to say that even though I didn't do anything out of the ordinary for today's leg workout, it was exceptionally tiring and I know I'm gonna be sore for a few days.

Sunday, November 29, 2009

Dead Tired

I would like to sleep forever tonight and although it's sad to see Cuso, Dusto, and Bean leave, it's great to have Ash finally back after a 10 day hiatus.

Saturday, November 28, 2009

Toby for Heisman

I would like to officially submit my vote for Toby Gerhart for Heisman, President, and Emperor of the Universe after his impressive 3 rushing TD, 1 passing TD, 205 rushing yards, 30 receiving yards dominating performance of Charlie Weis.

Friday, November 27, 2009

Biagio's Fails To Visit Paris

I would like to thank Jeff Mold for leading me to the Black Horse Pub, Biagio for leading me to Bar None, and then Biagio again for failing to take Cuso to Paris, and Cuso for waking us up at 0730...NOT.

Thursday, November 26, 2009

Does Dusto Expect Food When He Gets Here?

I would like to thank Scantron for ruining Dusto's surprise for Cuso but state that fried turkey, ham, Cuso popping out of the trunk, and falling asleep at 8PM were all worth it.

Wednesday, November 25, 2009

Rudy is for Football

I would like to say that Rudy's is not a great bar, and it's even worse when you go there super early and we should have just stayed at Patxi's enjoying $1 PBR's.

Tuesday, November 24, 2009

Dammit Cornell

I would like to say that although Cornell put up a reasonable fight against Cuse today, a win would have been huge and although Lismore was a mediocre scotch, I can't wait to sip the Balvenie Single Barrel 15 which is known for it's high drinkability.

Monday, November 23, 2009

PB & H

I would like to redo this PB & honey sandwich that I supposedly screwed up for tomorrow since the honey will supposedly crystallize long before I eat it.

Sunday, November 22, 2009

Semis Next

I would like to say that although the team we played today in flag football was better than any other we've faced this year, we still beat them 35-6 and they are still terrible compared to what we'll face in the finals.

Saturday, November 21, 2009

No More Roses

I would like to replay that last play of the game when Andrew Luck threw a pick to Cal to crush our football season.

Friday, November 20, 2009

Double Armed Hugs

I would like to say that it was interesting to meet Ash's friends George and Tracy and their little boys Charlie and Jordie and to check out George's flashlights and night vision.

Thursday, November 19, 2009

Plumber

I would like it if our bathroom tub and sink drained at an appropriate pace or wish my plumbing had revealed something more obvious in terms of a blockage, but at least the new toilet fill valve I installed allows our tank to refill at a good clip.

Wednesday, November 18, 2009

Frigid

I would like to start doing more activities outside in the cold so that I'm not freezing when I'm playing soccer even though we squeaked out a 4-3 victory and my groin finally feels back to normal.

Tuesday, November 17, 2009

Sluggish Performance

I would like to thank Ash for preparing my lunch/dinner for tomorrow and playing racquetball with me tonight and showing remarkable improvement despite being sluggish from dinner.

Monday, November 16, 2009

Crappy Curb

I would like to say how disappointed I am that I can't find the latest episode of Curb Your Enthusiasm online right now.

Sunday, November 15, 2009

Crappy IM's

I would like to ask why our football season thus far has been full of forfeits and say that it sucks that we lost that indoor soccer game because we couldn't pull it together enough in the 5 minutes that we had.

Saturday, November 14, 2009

Party House

I would like to apologize to Ash for delaying our run to the point where it was only 45 minutes, but say that her new haircut looks amazing, and say that it felt weird to go to both a relaxed wine and cheese party and a med school regular party in the same night.

Friday, November 13, 2009

A One Man Show

I would like to say that I'm thoroughly impressed by James' roommate in his one man show and that the Rosewood is a pretty cool bar, even though it cleared out by midnight.

Thursday, November 12, 2009

Stuffed Starship Troopers

I would like to say that Starship Troopers is still an amazing movie and even better when you're eating stuffed peppers, drinking vino, and watching it with Ash.

Wednesday, November 11, 2009

Crappy Game

I would like to wish quick and speedy recoveries to Delainy Jr. and Remy, who likely tore his ACL in our crappy indoor soccer game tonight.

Tuesday, November 10, 2009

Happy Happy Jenny

I would like to take the time to wish Dr. Jennifer Erhart a happy birthday and hope that she was thoroughly embarrassed at today's lab meeting and also state that I scored another goal in today's soccer game.

Monday, November 9, 2009

Early To Bed

I would like to thank Tim for somehow noticing and turning off light on in my car when I was asleep that I didn't notice even though I walked by it twice so I don't really believe him and I hope my car battery isn't dead when I have to drive to soccer tomorrow.

Sunday, November 8, 2009

Plants

I would like to wish Ash's new plants the best and hope that this weekend of relaxation helped heal my groin.

Saturday, November 7, 2009

Duck Hunting

I would like to congratulate the Stanford football team on locking up a bowl bid today after they smoked Oregon today and that Cal, USC, and Notre Dame have it coming for them.

Friday, November 6, 2009

Happy Happy

I would like to say Happy Early Birthday Steph and I'm glad that I got to hang out with her, Ash, and their friends this evening.

Thursday, November 5, 2009

The Beautiful Game

I would like to say that based on today's game with 7 subs, this will be a slow session but my goal this evening off of Remy's through ball was picture perfect.

Wednesday, November 4, 2009

Chamillionaire and QD3

I would like to say that even though I didn't think it was possible beforehand, after hearing him speak, I am now a bigger Chamillionaire fan than I was before.

Tuesday, November 3, 2009

Back to Racquetball

I would like to say that although it felt good to get back out on the racquetball courts this evening, it sucked that Paul and I didn't get to play any one on one matches thanks to the club.

Monday, November 2, 2009

Happy Early Birthday Jenny!

I would like to declare Jenny's birthday dinner a success, complete with Hello Kitty stickers, make out face condoms, lipstick, a motorcycle tire, a picture of pure Jeslie joy, and a secret salad that Ash and I aced again, even though we forgot the goat cheese.

Sunday, November 1, 2009

Hockey Goalkeeper

I would like to say that it's near impossible to score on an obviously experienced hockey goalie when playing indoor soccer with a little goal but we still managed to tie 3-3.

Saturday, October 31, 2009

Sausage, Eggs, and Halloween-B-Q

I would like to say that I ate tons of breakfast and I knew that I was gonna be embarrassed wearing the Shamrock Meatpacker costume.

Friday, October 30, 2009

The Godfather of Scotch

I would like to say that having Nicholas Wobbrock, the Godfather of Scotch, back in our lives for just 24 hours was absolutely fantastic right down to him and Hicks, his supposedly incredible Keynote lecture, his shotgunning of 3 Tecate's, and all his friends I haven't seen in 4 years.

Thursday, October 29, 2009

Demonologists

I would like to state that although Paranormal Activity had some scary moments, it wasn't nearly as clever as The Blair Witch Project was when it came out.

Wednesday, October 28, 2009

Another Loss

I would like to say that I don't understand how we lost our last game of the session again after dominating play for 90 minutes and letting them score an early fluke.

Tuesday, October 27, 2009

These Two Dishes Are The Exact Opposite

I would like to say that tonight's meal with Justen, Brandon, and Tim was extremely heavy but it declared me a recipe genius.

Monday, October 26, 2009

Phone Time

I would like to say that when a boy starts to whistle on the phone, it's time to hang up.

Sunday, October 25, 2009

Spectacular Sunday

I would like to say that this Spectacular Sunday was made possible thanks to the Asian lady in the crosswalk directing our traffic, and though I'm sad to see Biagio leave, it's good to have Ash back from Seattle.

Saturday, October 24, 2009

Tossed By The Balls

I would like to congratulate Biagio on kicking Mold's ass 3 times today, twice grabbing him by the nuts and chucking him onto a beer pong table and a grill, and also thank Killum and James for embarrassing themselves at homecoming.

Friday, October 23, 2009

Aaron Heart Tanzania

I would like to thank Joanna for providing us with those lovely Aaron Heart Tanzania shirts that made no sense but we wore to NOLA tonight to help raise money to save our buddy Aaron who's stuck in jail in Tanzania.

Thursday, October 22, 2009

Indian Chef

I would like to say that although my Chole didn't taste exactly like it was supposed to, I think it came out well and that the Kheema could have used a little more flavoring but was pretty spicy and the cauliflower potato came out good.

Wednesday, October 21, 2009

Scotch-B-Q

I would like to thank Tim for organizing the BBQ Scotch Club and then showing up right on time with buns and then keeping me up an extra hour to fix his bike.

Tuesday, October 20, 2009

Alaska

I would like to say that I'm pretty pumped to be heading to Alaska this Xmas with Ash and that we finally locked it in and bought tickets tonight and I really hope that I don't get a camera ticket for running a red light on the way back from the Indian store.

Monday, October 19, 2009

Google Craps

I would like to shoot Google Maps for confusing E and W El Camino in Mountain View and wasting over half an hour of my life looking for this Indian store and failing and having to go again tomorrow.

Sunday, October 18, 2009

Whitey's Eagles

I would like to know whether Whitey knows yet that the Eagles were embarrassed today in Oakland and I'd like to thank Ash for making me dinner when I popped in and then giving me leftovers for lunch tomorrow.

Saturday, October 17, 2009

Slept In

I would like to say how impressed I am that I slept until noon after Ashley and Iain left this morning and even more impressed I am by the fact that I am ready to go to bed again.

Friday, October 16, 2009

Yamritos

I would like to say that Yam Burritos were much better than I was expecting and that it was great to see Iain Clark again after so many years but it sucked to lose to Iain and Amy at Scrabble and I blame Ashley for falling asleep.

Thursday, October 15, 2009

Cookies

I would like to thank Ash for baking fresh cookies this evening before my soccer game in which I had to play goalie, right halfback, and stopper.

Wednesday, October 14, 2009

Surprise Pesto

I would like to never again be overwhelmed by so much Pesto Sauce, even though it was a bonus to make and eat with Ash thanks to her flat.

Tuesday, October 13, 2009

Happy Hicks Day

I would like to wish Hicks a happy birthday and say that although it didn't involve shots of SoCo and Goldschlager, and we showed up really late, the pulled pork she made was amazing, and I hope she enjoys her babymaking kit.

Monday, October 12, 2009

She's Getting Better

I would like to say that even though it's been at least a month since we last played, Ash is definitely improving at racquetball and is even starting to hit some kill shots.

Sunday, October 11, 2009

Burma Superstar

I would like to say that after another dominating indoor soccer victory, Burmese food was delightful, and getting Ash from the airport was even more delightful.

Saturday, October 10, 2009

Car Day

I would like to say that I'm disappointed in Stanford football's embarrassing loss to the beavers, but feel good that my car is finally clean and has a new air filter, and that my bike's rear wheel is fixed, and would finally like to thank Sean for hosting a BBQ to watch the Gators eat the Tigers in Tebow's return.

Friday, October 9, 2009

Errands

I would like to wish Ash and Polina safe and fun trips back to Boston for weddings this weekend and say that it felt good to get my oil changed and not good to break a spoke on my rear tire this afternoon.

Thursday, October 8, 2009

In a Daze

I would like to say that I felt exhausted all day and although I didn't get to take a nap before my soccer game, I felt alright during the game and I'm jealous of Ashley's new portable DVD player.

Wednesday, October 7, 2009

A House of Dumplings?

I would like to say that HC Dumpling House lived up to its name and provided plenty of delicious juicy pork, scallop, and shrimp and loofah dumplings.

Tuesday, October 6, 2009

Happy Birthday Mahesh

I would like to say that I thought the Birthday BBQ for my bro went well and I hope he enjoyed it and would like to thank everyone for coming out and eating 50% of the meat I bought.

Monday, October 5, 2009

Halloween is Approaching

I would like to congratulate Joanna on her excellent pumpkin carving skills, Brandon on his new pet cricket, and Tim for never feeding his fish.

Sunday, October 4, 2009

A Little Bit Athletic

I would like to say that it felt good to get out on the bike again with Ash and ride to Canada Rd today and then win our indoor soccer game in dominant fashion and finish the day off with pizza, ice cream, and Gran Torino.

Saturday, October 3, 2009

Chef Nate

I would like to say that Stanford is definitely Rose Bowl-worthy after that dominant performance over SUCLA and that I'm glad my Indian dinner came out alright.

Friday, October 2, 2009

69-0

I would like to say that I feel sort of bad for beating those awkward undergrad kids 69-0 in our first flag football game today.

Thursday, October 1, 2009

Sweaty Hugs

I would like to thank Brandon for installing a delightful new shower curtain in the bathroom and Ash for being willing to hug me after my soccer game in which I played defense for 70 minutes to hold the shutout and forward for 20 minutes to score a goal.

Wednesday, September 30, 2009

Finlaggan

I would like to state that, as expected by its pricetag, Finlaggan was easily the worst, harshest single malt the club has tasted to date and that flag guarding is officially not a loss of down.

Tuesday, September 29, 2009

Greek Lasagna?

I would like to thank Mr. Timothy R. Julian for an interesting 3 course meal featuring a Greek themed lasagna, the company of Mr. Brandon Snow, Mr. Justen England, and Dr. Jeffrey Mold, and two less wine glasses.

Monday, September 28, 2009

All Three Together

I would like to say how impressed I am that all three roommates were home at once and enjoyed a fine Alaskan ale this evening thanks to Ash.

Sunday, September 27, 2009

Lazy Football Watching

I would like to say that it gets way too hot in my bedroom during the afternoon and I finally lost a fantasy football game thanks to Frank Gore's injury.

Saturday, September 26, 2009

Surf and Turf

I would like to thank Ash for taking me for my second surfing attempt and making it much better than my first one and say that the tailgate and game against Washington showed just how strong our offensive and tailgating games really are.

Friday, September 25, 2009

Happy Meatballs

I would like to say that Happy Hour with Ash, Josh, Hanna, and Seth and my venison burger at the Tied House were good, but Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs in IMAX 3D was awesome.

Thursday, September 24, 2009

Pigskin Time

I would like to say that I hope our flag football team can make it happen this year but it felt good to get out and practice and that Fandango pizza is pretty good.

Wednesday, September 23, 2009

Defense

I would like to say that playing defense isn't that bad when nobody wants to sub in for you and that even though the other team scored 2 goals, one was off a direct kick that should have been saved and the other was an own goal by Craig, but we still won 4-2.

Tuesday, September 22, 2009

First Chest Workout

I would like to say that I hope my chest isn't as sore tomorrow as I think it will be after my return to a full chest workout this morning and that thanks to Dallas Clark's and Ronnie Brown's outstanding performances last night, I'm now 6-0 in Fantasy Football this year.

Monday, September 21, 2009

Fry Fest

I would like to thank Sean for hosting an incredible rockfish, hush puppy, swimp, tots, Snickers, and carrot fry this evening.

Sunday, September 20, 2009

JR's OG Fest

I would like to congratulate JR on successfully making it to 27 years old.

Saturday, September 19, 2009

Let the Tailgating Begin

I would like to thank Sean for purchasing an impressive Tailgayting SUC and hosting a strong start to the Stanford home football season with a dominant performance over the SJ State Spartans.

Friday, September 18, 2009

More Delicious Than A Restaurant

I would like to thank Ash for a scrumptious homemade Thai meal and I'm glad that she liked Leuk and is starting to feel better.

Thursday, September 17, 2009

Guest of Honor Series #1

I would like to say that I'm very disappointed in Timm's behavior and that I'm very pleased with Sara's performance regarding tonight's successfully cheesy dinner.

Wednesday, September 16, 2009

Dr. Dilly

I would like to figure out how Dr. Dilly has had so many wives when he's such a hilarious guy and hope that he provides me with the subjects he promised and also can't wait to see Tom's new lake house in Tahoe.

Tuesday, September 15, 2009

Loser

I would like to say that I can't believe that I lost twice today to Paul and that I didn't feel too hot on the court.

Monday, September 14, 2009

Palmistry 101

I would like to say that although my palm suggests that I have limited mental aims, I'm a "physical" thinker, and that I have a slight disregard to the meaning of love, at least I'll live a long life and only have one marriage, unlike Ashley who's poised for 2.

Sunday, September 13, 2009

Spoiled

I would like to say that Timm probably doesn't realize just how spoiled he is and that I'm really glad that Ash is back and that I'm gonna start 3-0 in fantasy football this year.

Saturday, September 12, 2009

First BBQ

I would like to say that our first BBQ turned out exceptionally well even though we didn't really use the new picnic table since it was so dark.

Friday, September 11, 2009

Neverending Pasta

I would like to commend Sabrina's friend Jessica for being so intelligent, the OG for filling me up, and Jenny for enjoying "The Soloist" as much as I did.

Thursday, September 10, 2009

Football is Finally Back

I would like to say that I'm glad I didn't draft any crappy Titans or Steelers and that I hope Sabrina's genius friend enjoyed Brandon's veggie pizza with "sausage."

Wednesday, September 9, 2009

Two Successful Returns

I would like to say that although I was in slight double gimp status, I managed to come from behind and beat Paul 3 times in racquetball and that Glenmorangie 10 was smooth enough to convince Tim to keep his car during our first official Scotch club in a while.

Tuesday, September 8, 2009

I Got What I Deserved

I would like to say that although I suffered a minor ankle sprain, it didn't affect me and I still managed to score textbook goal this evening in another dominant 4-1 victory.

Monday, September 7, 2009

LaBor-B-Q

I would like to congratulate Rich on hosting yet another successful BBQ featuring delicious bacon-wrapped sausages, Honee and her new buddy Dexter, an incredible win by the U over FSU, and a bonus coffee table.

Sunday, September 6, 2009

House Warmed

I would like to declare our house officially warmed with Teriyaki chicken, stir fry vegetables, rice, milkshakes, and the company of Scantron, Sabrinatron, Johnny R, Richiotti, Timm, and no Panzer or Shlipi.

Saturday, September 5, 2009

Build-a-bed

I would like to state that the bed that I built today is easily the best thing I've ever created even though I detest staining even more now after I accidentally stained the hammock.

Friday, September 4, 2009

JAK Goes To AK

I would like to wish Ash a great trip to Alaska and say that it's too bad that Andy's bro's knee prevented him from joining us for plyos.

Thursday, September 3, 2009

No Pre-Game Nap

I would like to say that a meal of tacos isn't the best thing to do before a soccer game and it took me about 80 minutes until my stomach felt settled but we dominated and won 5-0.

Wednesday, September 2, 2009

Rock of Ages

I would like to say that although Joe Elliott couldn't sing any high notes at all, Def Leppard still rocked the house and I can't believe they started Love Bites while I was in the bathroom, and that Bret Michaels and Poison continue to impress in all aspects.

Tuesday, September 1, 2009

Chili's Double Dinner Birthday

I would like to commend myself on eating two full dinners yesterday, Andy on achieving the bright young age of 26, and his niece Naomi for being able to easily work an iPhone at the young age of 2 and a half.

Monday, August 31, 2009

Crappy Bar Stool

I would like to declare that the shoddy bar stool that came with our kitchen table from Bed, Bath, and Beyond is likely going to break, hopefully when someone fat like Jenny sits on it.

Sunday, August 30, 2009

He's Like...A Sister to Me

I would like to wish Naveen and Roma the best in the future with their 10 kids and also point out that Timm's TomTom tanked.

Saturday, August 29, 2009

Almost Mr. Naveen Pai

I would like to congratulate Naveen for being such a stud at his Garba Raas, having an older brother I've never heard of, and for finding someone as awesome as Roma and also Drew for hosting a BBQ that left me stuffed because Andy didn't show up to eat his share.

Friday, August 28, 2009

Stuffed with Peppers

I would like to say that it's too damn hot outside but it's good to be stuffed with stuffed peppers.

Thursday, August 27, 2009

Shrooms

I would like to figure out how I remember The Good Shepherd being such a good movie even though I remember very little from it and it was really slow and long and we only watched an hour of it and also I'd like to declare that "Shiitake with Fettucine" is mighty delicious even though we used neither of those ingredients for tonight's dinner.

Wednesday, August 26, 2009

Traffic Sucks

I would like to say that driving to SFO at 5PM on a weekday is the most painful thing ever, that I think I aced my fantasy football draft this evening, and that even though the team we lost to tonight was definitely the best team we've played, they weren't better than us, and we probably outplayed them.

Tuesday, August 25, 2009

First Day of School

I would like to say that it's now more important than ever for me to get to the gym on time so that I don't get stuck in all the traffic caused by little kids and crossing guards on the way to campus in the morning.

Monday, August 24, 2009

Gangster

I would like to say that Denzel once again impressed me with his role in American Gangster while on the other hand, Baby Mama didn't really impress me in any way.

Sunday, August 23, 2009

Barb-B-Q

I would like to thank Barb for hosting a delicious BBQ complete with chicken, pork sausage, chicken gouda sausages, and topped off with delicious sundaes.

Saturday, August 22, 2009

Big Basin of Lies

I would like to thank the lady working at the Big Basin Park HQ for letting us know about the "huge" Sempervirens Falls that Polina could outpee, the authentic"Maddock Cabin" that was really just a poster about the cabin, and the Ocean View Vista that was a nice view of some clouds.

Friday, August 21, 2009

Talk About Big Pig

I would like to say that after getting over the disappointment of not seeing Boyz II Men, the San Mateo County Fair was pretty classic especially the roller coaster, Super Shot, the near death experience on the Hurricane, and most of all, Wilbur the 1100 lb pig.

Thursday, August 20, 2009

Shredded

I would like to tell everyone that allowing shredded chicken to sit in its broth overnight results in the most delicious enchiladas ever and that we need a new random number generation method and finally that I think Ashley is allergic to me.

Wednesday, August 19, 2009

Need to Learn to Finish

I would like to work on my finishing in front of the goal because I missed a breakaway, made several passes to teammates who were offsides, and had a couple other chances that I could have performed a little better and finally say that one measly assist is not a satisfactory performance even though we easily won tonight.

Tuesday, August 18, 2009

Egyptian Cotton

I would like to go to bed soon since I'm extremely pumped about sleeping on my new Egyptian Cotton sheets tonight and riding in tomorrow on my new yellow tires and that new stuff is always amazing.

Monday, August 17, 2009

Dr. Naveen Pai, Esquire, JD, Scotch Expert

I would like to declare that the Glenlivet 18 is hardly different from the Glenlivet 12 and that I can't believe Naveen only has one more weekend of freedom left.

Sunday, August 16, 2009

35 Miles and Still Tickin'

I would like to thank Ash for taking me out on my first road bike ride in Paradise through Tiburon and making sure that I made it back in one piece even though I barely made it through the wind tunnel from Sausalito back up to the GG Bridge and also Ali for meeting us in Tiburon to hang out for a bit.

Saturday, August 15, 2009

Baby Monkey Chase

I would like to say that the SF Zoo is awesome mostly because of the giraffes, gorillas, howler monkeys, roaring lions, and warthogs and commend Tim for tricking me, Ash, Justen, Missy, and Jeff into wasting over $100 combined to go to the most random "Rocktail Party" featuring a ringtoss, a juggler, an unused kissing booth, and a bunch of ripped women where we were completely overdressed.

Friday, August 14, 2009

Hot Pockets and Chili Dogs

I would like to say that it sucked cleaning the old apartment but good riddance to Rains and there's nothing like meeting up with the Konks even if it was only for an hour and a half and up in the city.

Thursday, August 13, 2009

Fit For a King

I would like to declare that it was awesome scoring a goal in our winning effort in tonight's game, it was awesome getting and setting up my new bed, it was awesome seeing Ashley tonight, and it was awesome for Timm to get all that free money for his luxury Buick, but it was definitely not awesome getting my legs swept out from under me while going up for a header and redestroying my poor hand.

Wednesday, August 12, 2009

I Did It Just For The Halibut

I would like to thank the OG for once again welcoming me into their family for another classic night featuring Tim's underage beard, Justen's diet, and Brandon's alfredo boat after watching our IM 3v3 bball team lose again to the Gazebo Gorillas.

Tuesday, August 11, 2009

Trying to Earn My T-Shirt

I would like to say that even though today was probably the only game that I will be playing in for Andy's 3v3 bball team this season, I fully earned the t-shirt that they will likely win tomorrow because I ended up being a necessity.

Monday, August 10, 2009

19 Minutes

I would like say that it only took me 19 minutes to get to the gym this morning on The Dream, that the Facebook dining room is a weak imitation of the Google, and I'm glad Tim showed up for our first meal and milkshakes in the new house as roommates.

Sunday, August 9, 2009

Magic Bullet Smoothies

I would like to commend Ashley for her eggs and her smoothies, Sean for his clever gifts at today's BBQ, Tim for his tremendous beard, and state that my room is finally almost set up.

Saturday, August 8, 2009

IKEA sucks

I would like to say that from waking up at 0700 to start moving to buying crap from IKEA to eating at the OG to partying at the Elbo Room to celebrate Teeny's bday and eventually hitting the hay around 0400, today was a long, tiring, but hugely successful day.

Friday, August 7, 2009

I Present...The Dream

I would like to say that the Specialized Allez Comp that I purchased today is beautiful and rides like a dream but moving sucks...a lot.

Thursday, August 6, 2009

No Point in Going to the Doctor

I would like to say that I was correct in not wanting to go to the doctor about my hand as Dr. Yao told me that I don't need a cast and I should just give it time to heal and that we won our soccer game tonight 2-1 and probably racked up 50 offsides calls, none of which were on me, thanks to that hardass ref.

Wednesday, August 5, 2009

Long Plane Rides and Fried Rice

I would like to say that sitting on a plane/bus all day long sucks but it's great to be back in Cali, listen to Tim's tales of the motherland, make fun of his new hipster fixie, and enjoy some dericious fried rice and chocolate chip cookies specially made by Ash.

Tuesday, August 4, 2009

Monkeys, Beds, and BBQ's

I would like to declare Monkey Jungle as the best thing Miami has to offer, Argentine BBQ at Carolina's parents' house was delicious, and that I just bought a bed that will hopefully be delivered soon.

Monday, August 3, 2009

Celeb City

I would like to state that after seeing both Dominique Wilkins and Hulk Hogan today, they are both larger than life.

Sunday, August 2, 2009

The Block Was Dead Yo So I Continued to A1A Beachfront Avenue

I would like to say that the best thing to do in Jacksonville according to both Pete and Tristan is to drive to St. Augustine and eat at Cap's on the Water, that Rambo in Blu-Ray is spectacular, and that Miami is muggy and hot as hell but it's good to finally be here.

Saturday, August 1, 2009

Little Pig Nosed Smiling Baby

I would like to comment on how adorable little Eva was when I turned her nose upwards like a pig and she started smiling and holding her breath for no particular reason and also state that the Wild Wing Cafe in Jax lived upto all of my Florida expectations after the food was good but the service was terrible.

Friday, July 31, 2009

My First Home

I would like to say that it was great to see the first apartment I came home to in this world and then cruise onwards to lovely Mint Hill, NC just outside of Charlotte.

Thursday, July 30, 2009

The Birthplace

I would like to say that it's mighty embarrassing getting fully drenched in sweat just walking from the Duke hospital to Cameron Indoor Stadium but it was all good after a delicious meal in Chapel Hill at Brixx followed by Lickety Split milkshakes.

Wednesday, July 29, 2009

Thunder Thai's

I would like to say that driving through thunderstorms really slowed us down but we ended the day in sunny Raleigh with some delicious food from Lemongrass with Dinu, Anand, Joyce, Sarah, and Karinn.

Tuesday, July 28, 2009

Delightful Packing

I would like to say that there's nothing like running 4 miles in hot sweaty weather, meeting Les at North Park, taking a quick tour of Pittsburgh with the fam, eating some delicious Ethiopian food, and watching my brother fill his car with absolute garbage to take all the way to Miami and watch his gf make him throw it all out.

Monday, July 27, 2009

Welcome to the 'Burgh

I would like to compliment Airtran for making both of my flights arrive on time so that I could meet my bro and mom on time in this muggy Pittsburgh weather.

Sunday, July 26, 2009

Thank You Lockout Service

I would like to say that I am pleased with Rains' lockout service that just let me back into my apartment preventing a sure disaster with my flight tomorrow although this never will happen in two weeks when I move into 3198 Maddux whose lease we just signed today.

Saturday, July 25, 2009

Alpine Inn

I would like to say that Delainy Jr is almost as entertaining as Delainy Sr, although Jr is far cuter.

Friday, July 24, 2009

I Ain't Got No Control

I would like to sort of thank Dr. Stone and Tom for convincing me to get an X-ray of my hand which revealed a small non-displaced fracture of my metacarpal and will let me enjoy this obnoxious splint for nearly two weeks but it's all good because Eddie Money played Take Me Home Tonight and Two Tickets to Paradise each twice tonight.

Thursday, July 23, 2009

Stuffed to the Brim

I would like to thank Ashley for being a good sport and still wanting to play racquetball even though I beat her mercilessly and then for cooking scrumptious teriyaki chicken lettuce wraps and chicken stuffed acorn squash so that I went to bed really full again.

Wednesday, July 22, 2009

My Wrist F'in Hurts

I would like to say that the USPS drop boxes in Rains are a pain in the ass because they barely function especially when you know they contain a ballin 49ers t-shirt, that Def Leppard, Poison, and Cheap Trick will be spectacular, and that winning a soccer game 3-2 with a last minute goal off a corner kick is a spectacular way to end the night even though my wrist is busted.

Tuesday, July 21, 2009

Veterinary House

I would like to thank Brendan for showing us what is likely our new home for the upcoming year - complete with raspberries, blackberries, peaches, roses, wisteria, lilac, and makeout bench, Megan and Ashley for joining Paul and I on the racquetball court, and then all three of them for hopefully enjoying my venture into BBQ chicken pizza that I thought turned out pretty damn scrumptious.

Monday, July 20, 2009

Swimming Through The Crowd

I would like to say that even though it was by a girl in Stanford team cap, it's still particularly embarrassing to get lapped in the swimming pool about every 75 meters.

Sunday, July 19, 2009

Lazy Beach

I would like to say that although today was tremendously lazy, I did enjoy sprinting full speed down the sidewalk at Ocean Beach with Ash and there's nothing better than randomly running into Andrew Chang on the Caltrain even though he's apparently moved to DC.

Saturday, July 18, 2009

Sent-Off to Nowhere

I would like to commend Ash, Polina, and Helen on a tremendous West Coast wedding reception "Send-Off" party for Hanna and Seth featuring even more tremendously delicious food.

Friday, July 17, 2009

Shilpi vs. NEV

I would like to thank Shilpi for driving Brandon and I to get milkshakes from J in the B and also thank Dan for showing us a tiny house that's pretty much already leased.

Thursday, July 16, 2009

Not Really Hungover

I would like to commend The Hangover for being an excellent movie although it left me in a weird position half feeling like I should be drinking heavily and half feeling like I should be really hungover.

Wednesday, July 15, 2009

Offensive Juggernaut

I would like to commend our team on outshooting the other guys like 70-3 tonight and although we only came away with a 5-3 victory, we totally outplayed them.

Tuesday, July 14, 2009

Them Hens Got Game

I would like to say that even though I lost to Chris at racquetball today, the Cornish Game Hens I made for myself and Ash tonight turned out so damn delicious.

Monday, July 13, 2009

Sears Sucks

I would like to let everyone know that ordering online and then dealing with merchandise "pickup" at Sears is a terrible disaster and I don't recommend it at all.

Sunday, July 12, 2009

Dehydration Sucks

I would like to say that I really got my ass handed to me today mountain biking with only a front brake and then running out of water and feeling like I was about to die but eating ice cream cake with Jenny, her parents, Leslo, and Brandon was a real treat.

Saturday, July 11, 2009

Lazy Saturday

I would like to say that although it still qualifies as a lazy Saturday, I'm glad that we were able to squeeze in a hike in Marin with Ali, Ash, and Fatso, whose real name I probably won't ever remember.

Friday, July 10, 2009

Potential House

I would like to say that I hope I impressed Fatso with my impressive ability to have a guy buy me a beer at R Bar tonight and that we may have found a potential house on Park Blvd.

Thursday, July 9, 2009

Master Planzer

I would like to congratulate Chris, Shilpi, and Brandon for all successfully celebrating their birthdays today and really hope that Shilpi will try to stay thin and clean Panzer's room and that Tim and Brandon will be friends 4ever.

Wednesday, July 8, 2009

1st Goal

I would like to say that although I'm still not in shape yet, I'm satisfied with a goal and an assist in our 3-2 victory this evening.

Tuesday, July 7, 2009

What do you say we cut the chit-chat, a-hole?

I would like to state that The Rock is still one of the best movies ever and I can't believe Ash had never seen the whole thing.

Monday, July 6, 2009

Laundry Run

I would like to deny the fact that my ability to run the second half of today's jaunt just as fast as the first half means that I wasn't really pushing myself.

Sunday, July 5, 2009

Casa de Fruta

I would like to say that despite minor traffic issues and delightful cow farms, Ash and I had a smooth ride home and on top of that, fried chicken is f'in delicious.

Saturday, July 4, 2009

Glenlivet 18, OE, and Top Gun

I would like to thank George Clooney, Kenny G, Eddie Money, and, of course, Mr. Kevin Durant, for posing for pictures with me in Hermosa Beach.

Friday, July 3, 2009

A Lovely River View

I would like to thank BT Porter for acing three tee shots off the 10th hole and Biagio for helping us live the dream at Sharkeez.

Thursday, July 2, 2009

90 Minutes

I would like to thank Ashley for making me suffer for 90 minutes of soccer but also thank her for making that drive to LA manageable.

Wednesday, July 1, 2009

4th Planning and the Italian Spine Surgeon

I would like to state how impressed I am with how quickly Biagio and BT Porter put together the plans for this weekend after I told him we were coming and also state how great it was to beat this spine surgeon at racquetball especially when he sounded like he was straight from the Sopranos.

Tuesday, June 30, 2009

Welcome Eric

I would like to welcome my roommate Eric for the 5 minutes that he's been here thus far.

Monday, June 29, 2009

Obese and Dirty

I would like to say that I aced Jenny's obesity study this morning and outsmarted Tim and his little going away prank of dirtying our hot water by doing jumping jacks in the bathroom before taking a real quick ice cold shower; at least I think I outsmarted him.

Sunday, June 28, 2009

The Heat, Good Lord, The Heat

I would like to say that today was way too hot to play golf with PBR and Scantron but I did, way too hot to go mtn biking with Ashley but I did, but just about right to go watch Transformers while drinking a milkshake which I, obviously, did.

Saturday, June 27, 2009

Too Much Exercise

I would like to say that I exercised a lot more than I had planned after PBR wanted to play basketball after I had already gone swimming but at least we ended the day with some solid BBQ at Sean's.

Friday, June 26, 2009

Allergies

I would like to curse my allergies that made it hard to breathe this morning while I was doing sprints/stairs with Andy.

Thursday, June 25, 2009

Panzer's Bday

I would like to say that although celebrating Panzer's birthday with him actually being there was classic, the whole experience was dampened by the tragic death of MJ and me forever losing the opportunity to knock one thing off my bucket list.

Wednesday, June 24, 2009

10 Days to Fitness

I would like to say that day 3 at the pool of my 10 days of aerobics to get prepared for my first soccer game next week went surprisingly well.

Tuesday, June 23, 2009

Tim's Parents

I would like to say that Tim's mom is quite the story teller and it was great to see his parents again and also hear Vik's tales of reunion and Dusto.

Monday, June 22, 2009

First Run

I would like to say that my hip hurts after I went for my first run in a long time after I realized just how out of shape I was last week and it took me 28 minutes and I have no idea how far I ran.

Sunday, June 21, 2009

Driving it Home

I would like to say that driving home with Melanie in the car is a real treat as she keeps telling us the same stories over and over again.

Saturday, June 20, 2009

Good Lissners and Nearly Passing Out

I would like to congratulate Tom on his Lissner Medal, the Black Swan, and his "moving" presentation and also like to say that today was the first time I've been out of breath from lifting weights and I nearly puked and passed out from leg pressing.

Friday, June 19, 2009

Mouontain Bikes and Surprise Birthdays

I would like to say that riding a chairlift up to the top of Northstar and biking down is absolutely the best way to go mountain biking and offering Polina a BLL to drink in our hotel room was probably her best birthday celebration even without the surprise of Ashley and Matt showing up.

Thursday, June 18, 2009

Wednesday, June 17, 2009

Blended Scotch in Tahoe

I would like to say that as my first blended scotch, Dewar's 12 isn't too shabby.

Tuesday, June 16, 2009

No Bonus Room for Us

I would like to state my disappointment in our lack of ability to secure a house with a bonus room since we cannot move in within the next 3 days.

Monday, June 15, 2009

I Will Not Lose

I would like to wish Paul lots of both physical and mental rest and relaxation over the next couple weeks in NC as he recuperates after losing 4 straight games to me at racquetball this evening.

Higley

I would like to say that Kate Higley's job as a graduation photographer is incredible because she gets to travel all around the country and buy me breakfasts at Hobee's.

Saturday, June 13, 2009

Distilleries and Patxi's

I would like to say that as much as I love Scotch and going on a distillery tour, I am not a fan of tasting straight eau de vie, vodka, absinthe, and tequila.

Friday, June 12, 2009

Three Dimensions

I would like to say that Up in 3D was an excellent movie and Panzer can still drink with the best of them even though he's rapidly approaching 30.

Thursday, June 11, 2009

Back into Racquetball

I would like to thank Paul for being willing to lose to me at racquetball again after taking a couple month hiatus.

Wednesday, June 10, 2009

Indian Food

I would like to thank Rivnay for providing enough Indian food to feed 100 people this evening after I was tired from swimming for the first time in several months.

Tuesday, June 9, 2009

Eating Like Andy

I would like to thank Andy for a delicious meal, Barb for some delicious cookies on the way back from SOAR, and the Magic for finally winning an NBA finals game.

Monday, June 8, 2009

Shredded Chicken

I would like to tell everyone that shredded chicken makes the most delicious nachos.

Sunday, June 7, 2009

Dirtin and Bikin

I would like to say that when you're in as awful shape as I am, dirt biking is significantly more fun than mountain biking, even though I did both today.

Saturday, June 6, 2009

So Freakin Lazy

I would like to say that I got nothing accomplished today other than groceries, a strong to quite strong nap, and talking to Swiss Marc, and my legs are still sore from Thursday's sprints.

Friday, June 5, 2009

5th?

I would like to figure out how I didn't play racquetball for like 2 weeks and finished 5th in the ladder and where did these ENT's come from?

Thursday, June 4, 2009

A Complete Lack of Endurance

I would like to say that I nearly puked this morning after our sprint interval workout because I'm apparently not in good shape at all and I also want to add that Rich lit himself on fire today.

Wednesday, June 3, 2009

The T-Shirt Dream is Over

I would like to say that our 3 v. 3 basketball team really played a big game tonight despite a huge height disadvantage and losing 22-19 twice is harsh although not as harsh as Brandon having to sleep on our couch since his idiot friend wouldn't wake up to let him in.

Tuesday, June 2, 2009

Chili's

I would like to thank the 7 people from my soccer team of nearly 30 people that showed up to enjoy Chili's with me despite our non-championship season, Ash for being the only one smart enough to enjoy a milkshake with me, and the CA staff for making our last "brief" meeting last an hour and a half long full of stupid arguments about nothing.

Monday, June 1, 2009

Fully Stuffed Basketball

I would like to figure out how I've only gained 5 lbs this year after days like today where I dined at the faculty club with Peter Torzilli, ate food at the reception after his talk, ate until I almost puked at the CA Appreciation dinner, and then basically watched our 3v3 bball team squeeze its way into the semifinals

Sunday, May 31, 2009

Maker Faire, Delicious Meal

I would like to thank Justen for turning 27 and going big at the Maker Faire and Doreen again for inviting me to an incredibly delicious Evening in Tuscany at Tom's house to welcome Peter Torzilli with amazing sausage stuffed pork loins.

Saturday, May 30, 2009

Croquet, Surprise, Block Partay

I would like to thank nobody for showing up to the croquet tournament resulting in my 3rd place prayer trophy (I deserved that handshake), Doreen for throwing Tom an incredible surprise birthday party at Bella Vita, and Block Party for being lame enough that serving beer was not as obnoxious as it usually is.

Friday, May 29, 2009

Exhausted

I would like to thank Macallan Cask Strength for really making me exhausted all day long today.

Thursday, May 28, 2009

Laodicean

I would like to thank Tim for picking up the Macallan Cask Strength, Sean for making delicious chicken fries, and congratulating Kavya Shivashankar for dominating this year's Bee.

Wednesday, May 27, 2009

Zimmer

I would like to say that I am impressed with David Dvorak's abilities to respond to all questions related to their problems with the Department of Justice

Tuesday, May 26, 2009

Lebron Loss?

I would like to say that I am disappointed in Lebron and the Cavs with their disastrous OT loss tonight to put them in a 3-1 hole.

Monday, May 25, 2009

Chubby's

I would like that although Chubby's Diner had excellent milkshakes, Mark's Kitchen: Chinese Food and Hamburgers would have been so classic.

Sunday, May 24, 2009

Off the Trail

I would like to say that I was impressed with Biagio, Scantron, and Brandon's fake orienteering skills in saving themselves the hike Justen, Tim, and I did to Weaver Lake although I am disappointed that we didn't do the original 9 mile hike due to too much snow cover.

Saturday, May 23, 2009

Snow, Trout, Power Bait

I would like to say that after climbing up Poop Out Pass, I was definitely pooped but was impressed with the trout Biagio, Scantron, and Brandon pulled in with the Power Bait.

Friday, May 22, 2009

Johnny Dawkins

I would like to thank Coach Dawkins for enjoying lunch with me and Biagio for rolling into the Big Meadows Trailhead of Jennie Lakes Wilderness at Midnight on the dot.

Thursday, May 21, 2009

$220

I would like to say that for $220, Tim and I were able to purchase food for 6 men for 2.5 days and that we'll probably be fat after this incredibly planned trip to Jennie Lakes Wilderness.

Wednesday, May 20, 2009

Itchy Eyes

I would like to thank Mother Nature for two days of glasses because my eyes have been so itchy lately.

Tuesday, May 19, 2009

Unable to Walk Straight

I would like to thank the interwebs for this new calf workout that left me unable to walk straight after I only did half of it and spent just 15 minutes in the gym

Monday, May 18, 2009

David Abraham

I would like to thank David Abraham for speaking and, more importantly, providing me with free dinner.

Saturday, May 16, 2009

95 and Counting

I would like thank Mother Nature for making today's climb out of Purisima Creek extremely sweaty and Jenny's pool super cold.

Friday, May 15, 2009

Spot

I would like to thank a Pizza Place for providing us delicious pizza after this evening's fine happy hour.

Thursday, May 14, 2009

Playoffs! (I Think)

I would like to thank the IM system for hopefully allowing both our coed and D2 soccer teams into the playoffs even though they're both sitting at an embarrassing .500 after today's 6-2 victory.

Wednesday, May 13, 2009

OG Agenda with Incredibly Attractive People

I would like to thank our waiter, "Bob," for confirming that I have an eating problem at the Olive Garden and letting me leave with a painfully full stomach after our 4-person soccer practice this evening.

Tuesday, May 12, 2009

California Cafe

I would like to thank Mike Torry for coming into lab on his vacation day because it resulted in some delicious ahi tuna at the California Cafe.

Monday, May 11, 2009

Suntory Yamazaki 12

I would like to say that the Japanese are masters of copying things and then making them better and this includes the television you watch, the sake you drink, that kimono you wear, and now, even that "scotch" you drink.

Sunday, May 10, 2009

Wine Rack

I would like to compliment myself for finishing another wine rack, this time for myself.

Saturday, May 9, 2009

Wolverine

I would like to say that although the new X-Men movie was pretty damn good, eating a pint of Ben & Jerry's ice cream isn't as easy as it used to be in high school.

Friday, May 8, 2009

Investment

I would like to say that no matter what investment advice I receive from a venture capitalist, my 60+% return in 4 weeks speaks for itself.

Thursday, May 7, 2009

A Win is a Win

I would like to thank the Stanford Law School for scheduling finals this early so that their coed IM soccer team had no girls and we won by forfeit even though we would have beaten them anyway.

Wednesday, May 6, 2009

Loser

I would like to take full responsibility for today's embarrassing 3-2 soccer loss after I blew three golden opportunities for goals: two headers and one breakaway.

Tuesday, May 5, 2009

Sweaty Mess

I would like to file a complaint to Stanford regarding the unreasonably humid and warm conditions in the racquetball courts that result in my sweating through my shirt and dripping after practicing with the club this evening.

Monday, May 4, 2009

Manatees and Losses

I would like to thank Lance for officially beating me at racquetball today because in the third game I smoked him and he knows that he won't sit atop me on the ladder for very long and also Scantron for coming up with the brilliant idea of making a manatee cookie cake for Melanie's birthday tomorrow.

Sunday, May 3, 2009

Laziness

I would like to say that I got nothing accomplished today other than like an hour's worth of actual work, a tremendous leg workout, and getting to bed early.

Saturday, May 2, 2009

Racquetball Milkshakes

I would like to thank Leslo for playing racquetball, but more importantly, for drinking milkshakes afterwards, and most importantly, for allowing me to finally peg her in the ass good enough to leave a welt.

Friday, May 1, 2009

Happy Hora

I would like to say that happy hour at the Rose & Crown is really incredible when you get three buckets of session and then eat the jerk chicken after Singer and Bunch's friend both "recommend" it at Mango Caribbean.

Thursday, April 30, 2009

Must Win Situation

I would like to say that our 0-2-1 record in co-ed doesn't really represent what we're capable of this season and that we still have a shot at the playoffs.

Wednesday, April 29, 2009

Finally, A Win

I would like to win out the rest of the season like we finally did today with a 2-0 victory in D2.

Tuesday, April 28, 2009

Lucas Center

I would like to thank Andy for scanning my subject today at Lucas and then making me get mad swoll this evening.

Monday, April 27, 2009

Basketball Trickery

I would like to thank Andy for tricking me into playing bball tonight after a lot of food, ice cream, soccer, and him telling us the wrong location of the "3 v 3" IM game.

Sunday, April 26, 2009

Racquetball Loss

I would like to say that although I lost 5 games to Ro-el Cordero today, I will defeat him in due time.

Saturday, April 25, 2009

Athletics

I would like to say that I am still not in mountain biking shape but Jenny's racquetball progress is quite impressive and although 4 Fast 4 Furious didn't make much sense, it was definitely fast...and furious.

Friday, April 24, 2009

Happy Hour

I would like to thank Peter for making happy hour at the Rose & Crown last for 5 strong hours filled with ladies.

Thursday, April 23, 2009

Stuffed

I would like to not be so full right now although milkshakes and lasagna are delicious.

Wednesday, April 22, 2009

Scoring Issues

I would like to point out that it really sucks when we once again dominate a soccer game but cannot finish golden opportunities in front of the net to end in a shitty 1-1 tie.

Tuesday, April 21, 2009

Young Man

I would like to say that at the ripe age of 25, Mr. Jonathan Rivnay has his whole life ahead of him.

Monday, April 20, 2009

I Love Racquetball

I would like to say that playing Diego, a sophomore, at racquetball, made me feel like I was playing a younger version of myself and felt good to tire him out and frustrate him.

Sunday, April 19, 2009

Cho The Business Man

I would like to state that I do not hang out with Mike Cho nearly enough and that his business instinct is truly epic.

Saturday, April 18, 2009

AIDA

I would like to say that although AIDA was a decent musical, I was not a big fan of the female lead's voice, which made the whole show fairly annoying.

Friday, April 17, 2009

Rball Richiotti

I would like to commend both Tim for his board game tournament enthusiasm and Rich for his perseverance in losing to me 6 times in a row playing racquetball this evening.

Thursday, April 16, 2009

Emergencies and Losses

I would like to state that today was a little more than I had bargained for with my allergy filled morning, Anderson's ankle injury, the emergency room, my 8 minute TNT shopping spree, the hassle of getting my belongings back, and our apparent loss to the Aero/Astro team.

Wednesday, April 15, 2009

Frustration

I would like to point out how frustrating it is to finish a game in a 0-0 tie when you really have controlled play for the whole thing.

Tuesday, April 14, 2009

Day of Rest

I would like to state that leg day should not count as a day of rest for my legs before soccer games.

Monday, April 13, 2009

Post Office Woes

I would like to say that people are stupid for not efiling their taxes and instead waiting in line at the post office for 40 minutes just to mail them.

Sunday, April 12, 2009

Green Turf and Ham

I would like to declare fried ham the most incredibly delicious type of ham in the history of life and thank Rich for letting me play on his soccer team with the hot girl.

Saturday, April 11, 2009

Naveen: 30 and Engaged

I would like to congratulate Naveen Pai on making it to 30 and getting engaged and becoming a lawyer; I would like to congratulate him on becoming a man.

Friday, April 10, 2009

Adventureland

I would like to say that Adventureland is an alright movie but perhaps a bit too long.

Thursday, April 9, 2009

Racquetball Club

I would like to thank Stephen for learning me on the racquetball court but likely convincing me to come out and play with the club.

Wednesday, April 8, 2009

Soccer Legs

I would like to sleep a lot this evening to rest my legs after doing a leg workout this morning and then playing soccer for over an hour and half this evening.

Tuesday, April 7, 2009

Never to Lose Again

I would like to thank Paul Mobley for holding my statement true and letting me defeat him at racquetball this evening as part of my never lose again streak.

Monday, April 6, 2009

Terrible Championship

I would like to call out Michigan St for their pathetic performance against UNC tonight but thank Scantron for some quality BBQ.

Sunday, April 5, 2009

Shoulders

I would like to thank swimming yesterday for the incredibly sore shoulders that i enjoyed through the rehab/core workout this evening.

Saturday, April 4, 2009

Undefeated

I would like to say that as Team Big Red, Rivnay and I went 10-0 and dominated the beer pong tables at Paul's Bday this evening.

Friday, April 3, 2009

Patxi's

I would like to say that Patxi's is incredibly delicious.

Thursday, April 2, 2009

Catching Up

I would like to state that I love sleep and going to bed at 9:30PM.

Wednesday, April 1, 2009

Really Tired

I would like to say that today was extremely busy with the CA dinner, barely beating Eli at racquetball, and sipping some Laphroaig.

Tuesday, March 31, 2009

Dead Legs

I would like to say that due to a terrible scheduling error my legs are dead after losing to Paul at racquetball immediately after a plyo workout but at least we got Summer 2009 planned (sort of).

Monday, March 30, 2009

Forward King and Queen

I would like to say that combined, my mom and dad are the champion at forwarding nonsense emails to me.

Sunday, March 29, 2009

3 Fast 3 Furious

I would like to point out that I am not in good mountain biking shape right now and that Tokyo Drift is a spectacular movie.

Saturday, March 28, 2009

Free Gasolina

I would like to thank BSlow for giving me an Arco gas card which resulted in Tim and I watching Zack and Miri Make a Porno and eating Little Caesar's.

Friday, March 27, 2009

Lil Weazy

I would like to thank Lil Wayne for showing me what a man should be, Disashi for showing me what a dad should be, Seth, for showing me what a stud should be, Tyler, for showing me what a lazy man should be, and Brandon, for showing me how to drink under a bridge.

Thursday, March 26, 2009

Brackets Done

I would like to say that John Calipari is the biggest sucker for obviously not making Memphis practice free throws either this year or last and they blew it hard today.

Wednesday, March 25, 2009

Meatball Sandwiches

I would like to thank Tim for making meatball sandwiches and having ice cream so I could go to bed really full after being really hungry from playing soccer and beating Rich at rball again.

Tuesday, March 24, 2009

Early to Bed

I would like to thank myself for allowing myself to go to bed at 2130 and catch up on some much needed rest.

Monday, March 23, 2009

Palo Alto

I would like to state that I am more impressed with the town of Palo Alto right now than I ever have been before in my life.

Sunday, March 22, 2009

Taft, Paik's Ranch House, Frosty King

I would like to say that the town of Taft, CA is probably the best town ever and is full of spectacular waitresses, enormous milkshakes, and lots o' oil.

Saturday, March 21, 2009

Rattlesnakes & Hot Springs

I would like to thank that rattlesnake for giving Biagio sufficient warning before attacking him, Tim for mudding it, and would also like to point out that Willett Hot Springs are epic, even though Biagio would have probably designed them better.

Friday, March 20, 2009

Biagidrinkio

I would like to congratulate both the Cornell Big Red on a strong bball season and Big Red Biagio on his ability to hit 4 local Ojai bars on the way to Los Padres National Forest where he met us at the campsite an hour after we told him to.

Thursday, March 19, 2009

Plan City

I would like to brag that I defeated PMobley at rball, gave Ashley all sorts of bday presents, planned an epic Spring Break 2009 weekend for tomorrow, and watched several basketball games today.

Wednesday, March 18, 2009

Rball Buildup

I would like to thank Leslo for hitting with me before I embarrass PD Mobley tomorrow at Rball.

Tuesday, March 17, 2009

Hobee's Can Shake It

I would like to say that Hobee's makes pretty delicious milkshakes, especially after playing soccer.

Monday, March 16, 2009

Sunday, March 15, 2009

Racquetball Twice

I would like to mention that both times I've played rball with Rich, he has been forced to quit with a thumb injury and I would also like to mention that I played with Leslo this morning as well.

Saturday, March 14, 2009

Ten Hoeve's BDay

I would like to congratulate Ten Hoeve for making me play sloshball to celebrate his quarter century after a leg workout and bball with Andy this morning.

Friday, March 13, 2009

Racquetball Milkshakes

I would like to congratulate Jenny for making her debut at both racquetball and eating apple pie this evening.

Thursday, March 12, 2009

Longest Game Ever

I would like to thank the Syracuse Orange for defeating the UConn Huskies 127-117 in 6 overtimes and the Stanford Cardinal for ending their NCAA dreams by losing to the Washington Huskies.

Wednesday, March 11, 2009

The Dream Lives On

I would like to wish Stanford luck tomorrow against Washington after an impressive victory over Oregon State today.

Tuesday, March 10, 2009

Bowlarama

I would like to state that I easily maintained my lifetime 135 bowling average with my 113 and 190 tonight at Swiss Marc's going away party.

Monday, March 9, 2009

So Full

I would like to say that there's nothing like eating a full meal, a bowl of ice cream, and then pigging out on Bagel Bites, chocolate milk, and cookies at a CA meeting, until you're almost ready to puke.

Sunday, March 8, 2009

Tough Loss

I would like to point out how difficult it is to win a basketball game when you have a 1 point lead and three players miss the front end of a one and one within the last 30 seconds.

Saturday, March 7, 2009

Epic Conditions

I would like to thank both Mother Nature for dumping another 10 feet of snow in Tahoe and then making the weather perfect today and Richiotti for eating a burger and passing out so I could drive the pouch back home.

Friday, March 6, 2009

Up Late

I would like to thank Shandor for planning Karaoke night and forcing me to stay up until midnight when I have to leave for Kirkwood tomorrow at 5 AM.

Thursday, March 5, 2009

Narrow Victory

I would like to thank Greg for hitting 2 free throws with 29 seconds left to give us a 3 point lead that got us to the quarterfinals I would also like to point out that I am a genius for saving a tub of cookies and cream ice cream from TNT for myself after the game.

Wednesday, March 4, 2009

Embarrassed

I would like to state firstly that I am thoroughly embarrassed by my first loss ever to the Gazebo Gorillas and that I am even more embarrassed by this:
http://news.stanford.edu/news/2009/march4/bike-safety-invention-challenge-students-030409.html

Tuesday, March 3, 2009

It's raining, it's pouring

I would like to thank the old man for snoring on my way back from the gym and and getting me soaked this morning.

Monday, March 2, 2009

Trash Tim(e)

I would like to thank Tim for the smelly trash I just took out, the missing pot I wanted to cook my pasta in, the lack of glasses/dishes in the kitchen, and for his Rocky Road ice cream that I plan on making a milkshake with after I finish this tenderloin.