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Now that Erin's on Christmas break we're rushing about madly trying to get everything done. Odds of it happening = 50/50. In a move that was more hopeful than sane, I ventured out in the holiday traffic yesterday. I must say it was one of my finer driving performances, as I deftly avoided almost all the snarled traffic around Lancaster Mall on my way to...

While partying it up with a bunch of Sprague teachers on Saturday afternoon, we listened as Sprague's football team captured their first state championship title with a 30-27 victory over Lake Oswego. Nail-biting, but pretty awesome! We also had an awesome time at the party chatting with folks, watching the youngsters run around (Jonah was joined by Marc...

Erin is at 12 weeks and 5 days. Due June 17. Maybe a touch later than we'd prefer, but as long as everything goes well, we'll be happy whenever the new kid decides to show up. (We're presently contemplating a plan that would have Erin initially going back to school half time next fall.) At Monday's OB/GYN appointment we got to see an ultrasound of Little...

Since The Godfather and The Godfather, Part II were released some 30 years ago, I expect that virtually everyone has already seen these Academy Award-winning films. (If not, you've certainly seen them mocked.) I hadn't, however, and I'm thrilled to say that both movies live up to their lofty praise. The cast alone almost makes them worth seeing: Marlon...

Battle Ground, Washington Missing both our All-American forward and the linchpin of our defense, we lost the Div II Men's Over 30 championship game 5-1. Should have been 5-2, but we missed a penalty. Without our missing players, the better team won. I can have no complaints on that score. The refereeing was iffy, with numerous fouls deserving of a card not...

I'm recommending SeaBiscuit, Hidalgo, and About a Boy, in that order. None of these are without their flaws, but each has enough merit on a strictly entertainment level to make them worthwhile. SeaBiscuit and Hidalgo also have the virtue of being more or less historically true. A few words about each: SeaBiscuit: Good filmmaking except for the beat you...

The day after Thanksgiving carries the annual distinction of "busiest shopping day of the year." We ventured out this morning to Wal-Mart and Fred Meyer to take advantage of the massive one- or two-day price drops. In previous years we've been caught in the crush of the crowds and the gridlock of the traffic, but it's hard to resist the pull of a Blade...

The proposed Americanized title for Bend It Like Beckham. Also additional proof that movie studio executives are idiots. I have never been more clearly outside the target demographic for a movie. As big a fan as I might be of seeing Keira Knightley in a sports bra, I found this a mediocre picture. As My Big Fat Greek Wedding proved, cultural clashes can be...

After a pleasant morning with Dennis and Maria—we watched the Ben Stiller/Jack Black/Christopher Walken comedy Envy—I set off just before noon to brave the fog and 40 degree temperatures on the pitch at Delta. Despite a lack of players, the opposing squad was only down 1-0 at half. I had a goal in the opening minute of the second half, however, and...

Vancouver, Washington After a morning spent working on finances and SiteRev.com business, I took Jonah over to the end of season soccer team party. One of the fellows from the team hosted it here in town, and we spent 2+ hours basically exploring his kid-friendly home and occasionally chatting with other players. Jonah had a good time in other words, and I...