Thursday, August 8, 2013

2013 PGA Championship Is In Town

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Megan and I were fortunate enough to head over to Oak Hill Country Club to watch a practice round before the 2013 PGA Championship.  Here's Steve Stricker teaching a few other guys how to putt.

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Here's Ernie Els.  My favorite part of this photo is the homeowner in the purple shirt watching the action at the second hole from his backyard.  

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More Ernie Els

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Sunk a putt

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The PGA doubles as a golf tournament and a lawn care convention. 

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Either the signature 13th hole or the 10th.  For those who are interested in the course, here's a good map: http://www.democratandchronicle.com/section/PGA04/2013-PGA-Championship-Course-Map-Info

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The Nicklaus Village.  Looks pretty swanky.  I know I could never afford hanging out here if they are selling Genny Light for $7.50 a can...

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Magnum PI grooming the green.  What would Robin Masters think?

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More of the Steve Stricker putting clinic

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The long putt

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Lots of activity at the Clubhouse of Oak Hill Country Club.  

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Tiger Woods is here somewhere.  Maybe it's his caddy.  Perhaps another golfer just stole his parking space.

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The main plaza with a mammoth golf shop to the right.  

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It's like going to Eastview Mall, but outside in tents.  

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Taste NY tent.  It's the place to get wine, beer, gin, bourbon, and maple syrup,

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Marianne bringing the out-law spirit to the in-laws.  

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A lawnmower invasion being organized.

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The Golf Channel's set

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Champions Club at the first hole

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Hanging out at the driving range.

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Didn't expect to see this on one of the trees.  Should read, "Gerald Ford, President, Ardent supporter of golf, beer, and nachos.  D'oh."  I've been to a few parties at his childhood home.  The owners have an awesome collection of Ford photos that I wish I had copies of.

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The Executive Suites.  Probably the most expensive place to watch golf on TV.

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The famous Leaning Oak of Oak Hill.  It leans so much it needs a cane.

That's my journey as Rodney Dangerfield from Caddyshack.  There's been a ton of excitement about the PGA being in town.  Rumor has it that Tiger Woods and his caddy hang out at the Starbucks by our house.  Many other interesting places as well.

Tuesday, August 6, 2013

The Sun Was Out Run

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Outrun the Sun seemed to be a big success again this year, despite the rain.  The skies did clear up and lots of runners, walkers, families, and friends came out to enjoy the festivities.

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Volunteers getting everything set up

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Excitement at the Kidzone!

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Megan and I volunteered to be road marshalls this year.  Here is the first batch of runners on Lake Road turning down Burnett.  

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Moving right along

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And now the mob!  Hundreds of racers pass by.  A great time was had by all.  For more information about Outrun the Sun and the Rochester Melanoma Action Group, please visit: http://www.melanomaaction.org

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The doe and two fawn are in the backyard just chillin.'

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I can't have guest visit and not try to entertain them.

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WAIT!  I just want to bother you!

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Tails up and they're off.

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Sure, they run away when I come to see them.  But, when I'm trying to have a peaceful moment at my fire pit they terrorize me.  

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Megan and I had a mini-date to Rumi's Grill and Cafe (http://rumisgrillcafe.com/) at 2735 Monroe Ave in Brighton (the old Pizza Hut).  Here are a couple of beef flats, which is a flat bread with lots of veggies and spices.  And, not a bad deal at $2.95.

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This is a Rumi's Doner, which is essentially a beef and lamb sub.  It was soooooo good.  I don't know if the locals know what to make of this place yet.  But, we felt adventurous and want to try it out.  It's a good Mediterranean/Turkish restaurant.  Rumor has it that they have a great breakfast.

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Happy Birthday Dick!  Megan made a delicious cake that had many adventures in my car

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Bailey's BBQ Sauce from Fruitport, Michigan!  This is really the gift that keeps on giving.  First as food and now as a vase.  

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Midget parking?  Saw this at Yotini's Yogurt Shop, which hasn't opened yet last time we walked by.  Never know what you'll find wandering the neighborhood.

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Court Street Bridge over the Genesee River with the Freddy Sue Bridge (Frederick Douglass-Susan B. Anthony Memorial Bridge) in the background.

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Broad Street Bridge.  This is one of the more interesting things about downtown Rochester.  For those that don't know, the first level of arches use to be the Broad Street Aqueduct of the Erie Canal.  It carried barge traffic from the Erie Canal over the river.  In the 1920s, it was converted for use for the subway system and the top level was added for automobile traffic.  There's been talk about opening the bottom level up to the public with a walkway, stores, and other projects.  

That's about it.  The PGA Championship is in town at Oak Hill Country Club.  Megan and I plan on stopping over at there to see a practice round.  

Thursday, August 1, 2013

Don't Forget the Outrun the Sun Race Against Melanoma!


The Outrun the Sun Race Against Melanoma is the largest evening event of its kind in America benefiting skin cancer education and melanoma research. The evening start time helps keep participants out of the sun's harsh daytime rays! The event includes a melanoma heroes recognition program, live music, refreshments, educational information booths, a Kids' Zone and more. This event engages people of all ages to run or walk for an important cause.


Rochester, NY

August 2

Webster Park

Tuesday, July 30, 2013

SLUMBER PARTY!

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HAPPY (belated) BIRTHDAY RACHEL!  HOPE YOU HAD A FUN SLUMBER PARTY!

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"I'm difficult" with "Most difficult."  Only a matter of time before the apprentice becomes the master...

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MEER MEER ME MEER!  You mean we're going to eat pizza and play board games!  Beeker is excited
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Bonfire means one thing, Aunt Megan has S'more supplies!

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Rachel ponders the deer and two fawn she just saw.  Wonders if the fawn would be willing to join the slumber party and snuggle.

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Nothing like a little Palace, Garbage, and Go Fish card games before going to bed.

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CHOCOLATE JELLY WAFFLES!  Some little girl really loves her Aunt Meg

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Aunt Meg and Rachel working on their arts and crafts project

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A skeleton vase!

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Even the garbage is art!  We hope you had a lot of fun with us Rachel.  We hope you had fun on your really belated b-day slumber party!

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On another note, when did Megan and I buy a boat?
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The gang's all here.  Nothing like walking along the Erie Canal in Fairport and finding a fun pontoon boat.  I'd like to take this ship from Buffalo to NYC.  

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Cap'n of da ship! 

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YEAH!  FRIED TURKEY!  Or, someone is starting a meth lab...  This is you start thinking when you watch Breaking Bad.  

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