City wake up view.

Lots of changes going on at Wrigley Field.

Best way to combat the cold.

Room with a view

#19

Always enjoy his insights.

Lucky to report that it is only ash so far in Burbank.

#47 In Progress

#47: See 10 New Movies in the Theater Not a feel good movie, but a good one nonetheless.    

First comfort meal in nearly two and half months. Need to remind myself not to bitch so much when the internet is slow.

The Long Goodbye

  It was a worthy celebration that shined a bright light on my dad’s many accomplishments over a 43 year career at Seyfarth Shaw. Everyone from Costco founder, Jim Sinegal to his long time secretary gave speeches that focused more on the man than the lawyer which surprised no one. Despite already knowing how good of a human being he is, I was extremely…

Finally…

After 72 days without power, running water and shoddy communications, we finally got Sonia’s dad and Gladys off of the island. Rio couldn’t be happier.

#88 Done

#88: Double Online Retail Sales Not a huge feat considering last year’s numbers, but it’s nice to grow something again.

Something Rotten!

Finally saw a good one at the Ahmanson with Dad and Georgeanne.

Hollywood Nights with the Fam

Had a sleep over to ensure a couple of more meals.

Thanksgiving

Happy Birthday, Devin!

27 years young!

#19

A great storyteller, but not my favorite book of his by a long shot.

Hemingway calls BS to the end of pool season.

Hemingway and Rio welcome their Cousin Seager to the family.

The French Quarter

 

Lunch at Perasols

Firecracker Shrimp Po’Boy A legal walk in the neighborhood with a Guinness in hand.

#52 Done

#52: See a band in Preservation Hall No photos allowed during the performance, but it was incredible jazz in an incredibly intimate and historic venue.

#84 Done

#84: Explore New N’awlins Neighborhood Staying outside of the French Quarter at the Ponchatrain Hotel in the Garden District. Walked among the mansions and cemeteries to Commanders Palace for lunch and bread pudding.

Dragos

  Charred Oysters make a great first meal.

N’awlins

Sonia asked for the little man in her drink.

#14 Not Happening

Was hoping this rocket at the Huntsville, Alabama Rocket Center would launch, but I guess it’s just a prop.

We’re in cotton and Roy Moore country.

#12 Done

#12: Visit an American City we’ve never been to. Chattanooga, TN.  Would have loved to explored the caves and more of the Civil War sites. Tennessee is beautiful country.  

Good place to start a morning drive.

Gotta love a city with pedal taverns.

The Batman building lurks over Broadway.

Dinner with clients. Rare that there is another guy.

Nashville Honky Tonk

Happy Veteran’s Day

To the gramps I never knew. (Bottom, 2nd from left)

The Force is strong with this one.

#19

I enjoyed the authentic look that brought back recent memories of our Cuba trip, but the story was subpar.

It’s Official

Brit has moved into her first post collegiate apartment. We’re officially empty nesters. 

#95 Done

#95 Done: New Dining Room Table. May need to put chairs on next years list.

#55 Done

#55: Stay at the Chateau Marmont  

#42 Done

#42: Lounge By 5 Hotel Pools. Not a warm day, but the pool at the Chateau Marmont has that old school vibe.

Happy Anniversary

We have a lot of anniversaries, but this is the one we celebrate. 20 years and counting.

Zac Brown @ The Hollywood Bowl

<p><a href=”https://vimeo.com/240536318″>IMG_8471</a&gt; from <a href=”https://vimeo.com/user1062610″>henry james</a> on <a href=”https://vimeo.com”>Vimeo</a&gt;.</p> Tried Tao in Hollywood before Zac Brown at the Bowl. Always a great show.

Hemingway faced his nightmares yesterday and completed his annual physical with flying colors only to wake up this morning with a seizure that sent his family into a panic.  After another vet visit, Hemingway is stable, but must now endure further tests in the coming weeks.

#56 Done

Tried this edit-to-go low carb meal program. The sacrifice of taste for a few pounds lost wasn’t really worth it.

Not Going To Bat .1000

It’s time to acknowledge a few goals that will definitely fall. #16 Open Up the Kitchen (See #18) #17 Remodel Master Bathroom (See #18) #20 Go to a Wrigley Game (Ran out of time) #30 Go to a Baseball Stadium I’ve Never Been To (Same as above) #83 Remove a Tattoo (Company went bankrupt) #85 Remove fire place in den (See #18) #91 Host…

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