I’d like to say we were painting it silver and blue, but sadly, alas, many of those present were not Cowboys fans. This is the burden I bear. So let’s just say we were painting it purple and gold in honor of the respective beverages being implemented.
L to R: No Relation, G. Stone, Joe Budzinski, Dan S., ACTivist (with his trademark one-finger salute), and Cathymac. Not pictured: Linda B. because she left early (which is very unfortunate because while Cathy elevated the overall hotness level of the photo to 11, Linda certainly would have brought it to 22), Brian Withnell and Jacob, because I am actually both Brian Withnell and Jacob, among others, but please ignore that clause and allow us to continue in our blogging conceit.
It was a very fun night, and I am happy to report that “Sterling Curling” will become a reality because we have determined that an intelligent group of people can dedicate themselves to an Olympic sport that can be performed with 1) a beer in one hand, and 2) a cigarette in the other, and 3) no additional physical fitness challenges required. Tryouts begin in Dan’s driveway next month.
Another important bit of news came from ACTivist, who let us know that the Mayan calendar has the Earth ending in December, 2012, when the axis of our planet will shift 90 degrees such that the latitude of Virginia will become the new North Pole.
ACTivist announced that he and Momma are moving to Greece prior to that time in preparation. We all wished them well, and have made plans to move to Antarctica, and sincerely hope that Momma has a say in that family’s future relocation, or at least buys ACTivist a globe.
No Relation is back from his requested tour of duty in Iraq. NR’s appraisal of Iraq: “It’s over.” The good guys won. We look forward to NR chiming in here at some point.
When the history is written, I believe, GW Bush will get the credit. 2002-2009 has been a period of relative peace and prosperity here in the U.S. Considering all that is happening in the world, this is no small accomplishment. Thanks to NR and all the guys and gals who signed up to protect our country so that we can live our lives and make idiots of ourselves on the blogs.
There was a fair amount of discussion about the train wreck that has become the Republican party. None of the “third parties” are viable. We are all individuals who have expended significant time and money on the behalf of the GOP, so what do we do now? Should we shoot for Democrat-lite or Republican-lite? Are the GOP’s problems traceable to too much influence by liberals or conservatives?
The only solution thus far arrived at is Sterling Curling. Stay tuned to this blog for news on further developments.
Activist – Burt Bacharach? Another guess on the performer that comes between Tom Jones and Englebert Humperdinck.
Observations from the fog.
ACTivist is a very scary Santa. Hide your children and buy a gun.
Hats off to Mr. No Relation for his service to our country. If half of our troops are as good as this guy, we will never lose. We have some darn good people watching our backs, we are very lucky.
I always enjoy talking Guns with Dan and Act. I learn something from these guys every time we get together.
Linda B.- good luck with your project. I wish you mega success. Will you still come to our gatherings when you are famous ?
Taking that picturew was fun. I would look through the view find and see a light ceiling and a black smear below. Glad I got it to workout.
“Scary Santa” is about the most apt description I can imagine for ACTivist.
Great seeing everyone, I always enjoy getting together with a great bunch of people.
The sidebar discussion on the anatomical correctness of Barbie was enlightening. amazing what a little fermented beverage can do to a conversation.
See you guys in Antarctica, I will be leaving early to corner the market on sun screen and Rum Runners.
“The sidebar discussion on the anatomical correctness of Barbie was enlightening. amazing what a little fermented beverage can do to a conversation.”
Scary Santa knows way too much about dolls.
Thanks, Gregg. Of course I’ll still have time for the little people.
CathyMac-not Burt but the fog is starting to clear. I’ll have it soon.
You other clowns just need to forget anything at all about Barbie. I think it was a very sick discussion and I don’t know how I allowed myself to be sucked into it by you inbreeders.
Just remember this: Biker Claus is keeping track, making a list and all.
I am not Joe, I’m much better looking, and my beard is much more distinguished (gray) than Joe’s!
Beside which, I’m much more conservative than you!
Thank you for keeping the world a safer place, no relation…and all by your own request!!
If Americans in large numbers realized that guys like you set the bar, and if they tried to emulate you instead of basketball stars and mafia figures…we’d be a better nation.
Thanks guys for your kind words. Other than the safety of the the nation I and my family have loved and fought for, for four generations, appreciation is all we ask.
It was great to finally meet most of you all in person. Let’s make this a regular thing. I sincerely enjoyed the company of every one of you.
I have no recollection of the Barbie conversation. I’m hoping I wasn’t a part of it.
Special thanks to Joe for picking up my bar tab. I’m trying to buy a house here, and I don’t need my beer habit making me broke in the meantime. Also, thanks for the ride home, Joe. A DUI wouldn’t do me any good, either.
By the way ACTivist, the “performer” isn’t Elvis Costello, is it?
I am positive the performer is going to end up being Englebert Humperdink, and Scary Santa was just having an extended senior moment. But in the meantime we can all sit tight during the charade while ACTivist researches the mystery performer, like OJ hunting down the real killers.
When it comes to poofy singers form the 60’s and 70’s I think it was Jones and Humperdink. I think the third guy is a result of delusion on the part of ACT. Too many kicks to the head.
NR, you weren’t, you were at the other end up the table, where the grown ups were sitting..
Dan
A second look at the photo begs the question-
Were you contributing to global warming and passing methane as the photo was taken ?
G, of course I would do no such thing in Joe’s direction Dallas jersey or not !
I was trying to follow jacob’s lens pointing.
N.R.-no. Joe-no. Jacob-no. It really isn’t worth the time and effort I have been putting into this thing but I just can’t give up now. You guys probably never even heard of him he was so obscure-except with the teeny-boppers. I’m checking Ed Sullivan next. Will keep you posted!
I was pretty sure the picture would be of the top of a couple heads and a corner of the ceiling, so I am pleasantly surprised. And Dan looks really happy!
I’m also pretty sure someone slipped Act a mickie, because between the Mayan end of the world warning, the Puffy shirted singer question and Barbie comments – this may be the only explanation.
NR, please know how great it was to share a beer with you, thank you for your service. My husband is a shout out away if you need anything.
Let’s continue the trend and meet periodically for good conversation and further planning for the “Sterling Curlers”. I am designing a team logo, any suggestions?
HA! And you thought I was on drugs. The wine-engorged brain cells opened up a register and in that register was…….GENE PITNEY!!!!! Now I can go back to numbness!
WHAT? Gene Pitney?
I just looked him up and saw no pictures of him in a puffy shirt.
GENE PITNEY ?? Gene Pitney never wore puffy shirts !
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A7BRraVMZzc&feature=related
The logo has to have a firearm. In the real spirit of NVTH the logo should include Joe’s dream piece the AK.
How do we combine curling, drinking and shooting?
The logo should include : the back of ACT’s head with a Santa Clause hat and Joe holding an AK while sweepers chugging beer broom the ice.
“team logo”
How about an old guy in a Santa hat, wearing a puffy shirt smooching up a Barbie, with a big number 9 on his chest ?
Gene Pitney is one of those rare singers whose voice actually got better as he got older.
That Gene Pitney video kind of freaked me out, but he does have a distinctive voice.
I think I have an artist in mind for the logo, the ideas presented thus far are excellent.
Greg, sounds like the makings of a great triathlon!
All, speaking of scary Santas, I simply must direct you to today’s post on my favorite blog:
http://cakewrecks.blogspot.com/2008/12/haunted-holidays.html
Gene Pitney? Gene Frickin’ PITNEY? Who the hell is Gene Pitney?
ACT, all I can say is, I’m GLAD I am not on drugs anymore because with you around I just don’t NEED them. You, my friend, are a trip.
And yes, I think it goes without saying the Sterling Curlers logo must have a banana magazine in there somewhere, along with the weird-yet transcendent-yet-avuncular Santa Claus figure, Che Guevara meets Timothy Leary meets Burl Ives. Our Santa.
“Gene Frickin’ PITNEY? ”
He reached waaaay back taking a weird left turn in his own mind to come up with Gene Pitney.
“G, of course I would do no such thing in Joe’s direction Dallas jersey or not !”
Wait a minute. I remember what you said right before that picture was taken. You exclaimed, Zimzo and Puffalump, I pass methane in you general direction !
G, I would never say that about them…
UPDATE! Just saw it on TV last night! There is one chance for salvation (they think) from the Mayan depicted end-of-the-world scenerio. It is believed that if the 13 crystal skulls are all found/gathered/in close proximity on 12/21/2012 then either 2 things will happen. 1) it will stop the world from tipping and we will all be saved or 2) it will put us out of our misery INSTANTLY instead of dying a horribly slow death. They haven’t been able to pin it down but I have faith that they will. Where are the Mayan ancestors when you need them?
Act, are you posting remotely from a local establishment?
NR, great to have you back. Thank you for serving our country (and winning the war!) — hope to see you in real life soon.