I Don’t Hate Everything – Here is Proof

September 1, 2010
Misc. Musings

I get a lot of mileage out of the whole curmudgeon thing.  It’s true I can be pretty grumpy and usually assume a sarcastic posture on most any topic.  But the fact is there are things I like.  No really, there are.  I’ve actually written about things I like in previous blog entries, no really.  I’ll refresh your memory on those and add a bunch of new ones. I’ve decided to collect those items and lay them out here, for the world to see. Nissi’s as they say on their home page, is a restaurant and music venue. I go for the music but also enjoy the food.  Nissi’s serves “bistro-styled small plates”.  Fortunately, the small plates can be ordered with food on them.  As for music, they showcase a lot of local talent, some play their own material while others are “tribute” bands.  We prefer the tribute bands, specifically, we liked the fake Eagles or as they are officially known,  The Long Run.  Nissi’s is a wonderful place with great food at reasonable prices.  In addition to supporting a local business,  you can also  support local musicians.   If you’re not from Colorado, making the trip to Lafayette here in Colorado …Read the Rest

Colorado Rapids vs. Houston– Recap

Colorado Rapids vs. Houston– Recap
August 29, 2010
Soccer

Pre-game thoughts questions: The Rapids are not in their happy place.  They’ve won just once in the last 9 games and that on an own goal.  They are in the …Read the Rest

Friday Night Mini Rant

Friday Night Mini Rant
August 27, 2010
Misc. Musings

We went to Longmont’s Festival on Main tonight.  We hadn’t been there in a few years but thought we’d get out and enjoy the evening and take in a free …Read the Rest

Cutting the Cord – TV on the Cheap – Part 1 Introduction and Antenna

Cutting the Cord – TV on the Cheap – Part 1 Introduction and Antenna
August 25, 2010
Cheap TV

I introduced my new adventure in my last blog. My DIRECTV subscription expires in January and I’ve been looking into dropping them in favor of Over The Air (OTA) and …Read the Rest

Plugging Along…

Plugging Along…
August 23, 2010
Technology

The last time I wrote about my experience with my PogoPlug, I began with this: The honeymoon is over. If I were to continue with the marriage theme I would say we’re …Read the Rest

Colorado Rapids vs. Columbus Crew – No Recap

Colorado Rapids vs. Columbus Crew – No Recap
August 21, 2010
Soccer

I watched the Rapids play the Crew today.  I watched the Rapids continue to slide down the standings.  But as the saying goes “don’t worry, be happy”. Or as Paul …Read the Rest

Road Trip – PPL Park – August 14, 2010

Road Trip – PPL Park – August 14, 2010
August 16, 2010
Soccer

This is the second and last installment of my road trip series. Last week we visited Red Bull Arena in Harrison, NJ. This past Saturday we went to see the …Read the Rest

Colorado Rapids vs. Philadelphia Union – Recap

August 16, 2010
Soccer

Saturday’s game was the second and last on our east coast road trip visiting the two new MLS soccer stadiums. In this case it was PPL Park in Chester PA, …Read the Rest

Road Trip – Red Bull Arena – August 11, 2010

Road Trip – Red Bull Arena – August 11, 2010
August 11, 2010
Soccer

My whirlwind tour of new MLS soccer specific stadiums kicked off this evening with a visit to Red Bull Arena to watch the Red Bulls play Toronto. The Statistics Red …Read the Rest

Colorado Rapids vs. FCD – Mini Recap

Colorado Rapids vs. FCD – Mini Recap
August 4, 2010
Soccer

It’s been a very busy week, work has been very hectic and we’re getting ready for some time away.   I don’t have it in me to do a full …Read the Rest

Colorado Rapids vs. Seattle– Recap

July 25, 2010
Soccer

Pre-game thoughts questions: Mostly taken from here.  This game is the first of three straight against Western Conference opponents.  Before the game the Rapids had 23 points which puts them …Read the Rest