I’m with Matt again for another day at the conference. Meanwhile Charlotte enjoys more travels around the city. This time she’s headed uptown, with a visit to the Empire State building and some big city panoramas. Then some pretty sites in Central Park. A few more great midtown sites, then it’s time to head back to the hotel before indulging in a ridiculous steak at the Primehouse with friends. ...
While Matt and I enjoy attending the Global Sourcing Forum in NYC, Charlotte enjoys herself walking the city. It’s a lucky treat that the Veteran’s Day Parade is going on, so there are plenty of fun sights and people to take in. Charlotte really loves shopping in the Lower East Side. That girl of mine loves getting a good deal. Matt and I head downtown to meet up at Katz’s Deli. I’ve had a wicked hankering for pastrami on rye, a potato knish, and some cream soda. I realized after I ordered that I should have gotten an egg cream. Guess I’ll have to come back again soon. ...
Gabe and I are off to ride the hills around Scotts Valley. It’s nice to have another potential crazy road cyclist in the family. I figure eventually everyone will come around as well.
Gabe and Doug are planning an early Halloween around the neighborhood in an attempt to bring in a big haul. Gabe’s also decided to go as a Playboy bunny. I’m not sure he really looks like one, but he sure does pull off the young girl look look nicely. The bunny mask really just makes me frightened. I think it really terrifies Doug. A little basketball and then it’s time to skip off to scare the neighbors. ...
Tomorrow is the start of the Nike Women’s Marathon, but today is an opportunity for the ladies to enjoy San Francisco. A few shots from the hotel as the fog clears and the day awaits. Charlotte always enjoys Chinatown, and today she has a special interest in people’s apartment windows. The underwear on display is pretty funny. It looks like they’re making their way through North Beach and can’t resist the pastries along the way. ...
Charlotte, Sally, and Michele are off to San Francisco again this year for the Nike Women’s Marathon. On Sunday, Charlotte will be proudly running like a girl. And there are their names up in lights. You go girls.
I’ve been wanting to pickup a new bike to use at the velodrome for a long time now. I finally spotted a great deal on a barely used Felt TK2 someone in Santa Cruz was looking to unload on Craigslist. I jumped all over that action. Now my current road bike (Sweetness) has someone to keep her company. Can’t wait for the next trip down to the velodrome.
We’re heading home after visiting Nick for his birthday, so it seems like a perfect opportunity to visit an important landmark along the way. Mission San Miguel here we come. The old walls, doors, and walkways welcome us in. The old chapel and entry ways were particularly beautiful. The central courtyard was so peaceful and inviting. It really was a great idea to stop and enjoy this great place. ...
The family is heading down to San Luis Obispo to spend the weekend with Nick for his birthday. Nick was up for some kayaking over at Morro Bay, and everyone else is excited to enjoy the day on the water as well. Everybody into their kayaks! Plenty of cool birds are out today enjoying the sunshine. It’s a lot of work paddling all day, especially with strong currents in some directions. Gabe takes a break occasionally, while pelicans and sea lions are diving and jumping after bait fish. ...
Yesterday we drove up to Santa Rosa for Levi’s Gran Fondo ride. This morning it’s time to head over to the start for the big event. I’m hooking up with Matt Twisselman to do the 100km route. Besides being a great guy, he’s also the LOC chairman for the the Santa Cruz stage of the Amgen Tour of California. He’s also the guy I have to thank for the great Chairman’s Ride jersey I’ll be wearing today. Matt is busy working the VIP area with Levi and the other ToC honchos. ...