Before and After

As I posted on my FB page, I won't be able to work my culinary magic for a few months due to our kitchen re-model, or Linoleum Blownaparte, as my bud The Wolv called it. What I'm wondering is whether my wife might be able to begin working culinary magic once we have the new kitchen. Oh, why the hell start now?! Don't fear for my safety, She's like most folks. She hasn't read my blog for a while. Hey, I've stuck to the renewed SLA so far.

Fun At The Wood

UK invited TK, 4M and myself to his Kirkwood cabin once again this year. We got out Friday around 2:30 but traffic was pretty messy for the first half of the trip. We made a couple stops for caffeine and beer and found out that the Kirkwood Inn was serving a full menu until 9pm, so we were In like Flynn.

The dinner started out auspiciously. TK took a Syrah shower and I popped a crown. The pain would have brought most men to their knees. I just laughed and poured cold beer on it. The manager bought us each a shot of Fireball. He must have mistaken us for frat boys.

Back at the ranch, we took to the deck for most of the evening. It was a middle-aged rave. We ragged on each other, sipped our drinks and re-told the same old stories. I hit the hay around 2am, but could not seem to sleep. I checked in with my host to see if perchance he had sleep aid, but he was unable to accommodate me. I managed to slip off around sun up and slept until after noon. We then went out for lunch at Sorensen's Resort.

Saturday evening turned out great. We ate at Ciera in the MontBleu casino. The maitre d' Tommy treated us well. We started with a champagne chosen by our wine expert 4M. He also brought a magnum of 2002 Karl Lawrence Cab. I don't know wine but I know good. This was great. We each enjoyed an expertly prepared steak, except TK. He got the rack of lamb, which turned out to be the price performer, with three huge chunks.

Towards the end of our meal there was a bro invasion. About 20 guys in their 20s and 30s, some quite large, took over the room. They were loud but not completely obnoxious. I still felt bad for Tommy. And the guy whose date ended up over at their table. Check please.

We then hit the floor to make new friends. After a quick tour to take in the casino fauna, I settled into a $10 minimum blackjack table and 4M went with video poker. It worked out well as I got at least an hour in and came away up $100 after my normal, generous tip. I was seated between a couple large breasted math wizards. I think it was the one with the man made pair that asked the eternal question; Should I hit 18?

Sunday morning we took an alternate road home past several of Amador County's wineries. We stopped at Villa Toscana for lunch, which I took care of with my MontBleu winnings. I point this out because I expect a free sandwich next time, damn it!

Stay classy folks.

All FCPD, All The Time

Happy Friday the 13th. FCPD log with my remarks in italics.

00:25 Misc Noise Complaint

Occurred on Gull Av, Fcy. Report of a loud humming sound in the area. Determined PG&E working on a complaint in the area. Disposition: Completed.

You've heard of whistle while you work. PGE guys like to hum.

02:13 Suspicious Circumstances

Occurred on Killdeer Ct, Fcy. RP reports she can hear and see several subjects in military-style uniforms in her house and attic. Residence exterior and interior check clear, and is secure. . Disposition: Abated/Advised.

Can she smell them too? Perhaps spending too much time playing video games.

04:35 Disturbance 415

Occurred on Killdeer Ct, Fcy. RP reports that a neighbor and a friend have been campedout in one of her bedrooms for ten hours. Residence checks secure inside and out. Disposition: Unfounded.

Tents and everything?

13:11 Parking Violation

Occurred at Polynesia Dr/Chrysopolis Dr, Fcy. Rpt of a vehicle parked an extendeddistance from the curb.Owner contacted and vehicle moved. . Disposition: Abated/Advised.

No problem. Just take a cab to the curb.

13:46 Shoplifting

Occurred at Costco Wholesale on Metro Center Bl. , Fcy. Cooperative shoplifter incustody. Millbrae resident was cited and released for petty theft. . Disposition: Arrest Made.

Cooperative shoplifters are my favorite kind.

09:57 Citizen Assist

Occurred at Recreation Center on Shell Bl. , Fcy. RP rpts 4 male subjs have played oncourt #4 for over 1 hour and are refusing to leave. All parties contacted; situationmediated. . Disposition: Disposition: Abated/Advised.

Make it, take it. You rule the court until you lose, baby

09:41 Suspicious Circumstances

Occurred at E 3D Av/Mariners Island Bl, Fcy. RP rpts that unk objects are being launchedin the air from an unk location. Area check made with negative results. . Disposition: mGone On Arrival.

It was the guys in military-style uniforms on Kildeer.

11:46 Disturbance 415 PC

Occurred at Gull Park on Gull Av. , Fcy. Rpt of 2 juveniles on the roof of the bathroom. Disposition: Gone On Arrival.

Not on my street! I chased the punks away.

13:17 Animal Calls - Other

Officer initiated activity at Edgewater Bl/Antares Ln, Foster City. Wandering chihuahua located and containted. Animal Control responds and takes custody. . Disposition: Outside Assist / Mutual Aid Given.

When asked for a comment, the chihuahua said "Drop the chalupa".

16:05 Civil Case

Occurred on Flying Fish, Fcy. Assistance requested due to problems with RP's Comcast VOIP service. Advice was rendered. Disposition: Service Provided.

1-800-COMCAST Idiot

21:30 Misc Noise Complaint

Occurred on Pompano Cir, Fcy. RP reports a loud party on Pompano Circle. Male voices heard chanting and cheering. Several subjects contacted in the park: determined to be members of church group wrapping up a weekend activity. . Disposition: Abated/Advised.

A bunch of rowdy bastards is the reason I left the church.

23:16 Suspicious Vehicle

Occurred on Ribbon St, Fcy. RP reports a suspicious male has been sitting in a silver or gold Toyota Camry and talking on a phone for the past hour. Determined to be a nearby resident who has now completed his telephone conversation and went inside his residence. Disposition: Checks Ok.

Are you sure it wasn't a Prius? Because I know a suspicious dude on Ribbon.

23:50 Suspicious Person

Occurred on Beach Park Bl, Fcy. RP reports a suspicious WMA was singing and sniffling and last seen in the parking lot possibly being picked up by an unknown vehicle Disposition: Gone On Arrival.

Was he singing and sniffling at the same time? If so, send him on over

to America's Got Talent.

00:47 Missing Person - Adult

Occurred on Menhaden Ct, Fcy. RP reports that his adult son is missing and was last seen leaving their residence at 2315 HRS on 09/07/2013. Subject contacted via his cell phone and is out with his friends. NFPAD. . Disposition: Unfounded.

Next time, let your mom know you're going out for a few pops with the boys.

18:14 Vehicle Code Violation 130908057

Occurred at Chesapeake Av/Bodega, Fcy. Report of yellow Farrari speeding up and down Chesapeake and Bodega. . Disposition: Gone On Arrival.

I'm glad it wasn't a Ferrari. Those things are fast.

POST 400

Here's the deal. I'm pissed. I show up at the club at 7:30am today after the joint's been closed for the New Year (5774) for three days and I can't get a lane. It started out well enough. I walk into the locker room to find myself slightly amused by a sole member of the USSR (see 5/16/09 post), in a comfy chair, engrossed in an episode of Caillou. Upon further inspection, he was not paying a great deal of attention, but he wasn't changing the channel either.

So I put on my thong bathing suit and head to the pool. The outside one has about 20 people in 8 lanes. The math was not in my favor. The indoor pool, usually a ghost town at that hour, had a surplus of swimmers as well. There were also several ladies that were about an hour early for the Aqua Fitness, aka Geriatric Water Aerobics, class. I had a brief Jacuzzi and then took a few half-assed half laps along with a languorous round of water walking.

The rest of the morning will be consumed with going to the farmers market and making a pot pie out of my leftover pot roast. What are you doing today? Watching Caillou?

Blogging Is Hard

Gosh, this renewed SLA is tough on me. I have to come up with hooey on a weekly basis.

Dr. Joe is coming to town. He said he enjoyed the FCPD log so you can look forward to more of that on the next post. I take the input of my readers very seriously.

Dr. Joe will be staying with us tomorrow night. I'll be taking him to the Belgian's party. The Belgian and his wife are having a Belgian Blowout for their 50th birthdays. They are the last of the villagers to hit that mark. The Belgian Blowout is quite different from the Brazilian Blowout I get done every couple months, but both are quite worthwhile.

I'm looking forward to introducing my old college bud to the village crew. I expect there to be some heady conversations between Dr. Joe and The Belgian. It is a can't miss pairing of mad scientists.

In other news, my wife is working hard at her new job. She was recently promoted, which allows me to play an important support role in her life. In addition to having her meals ready in the evening, she recently gave me the opportunity to take in her dry cleaning. I'm feeling useful.

Last weekend we went over to #2's house for a Labor Day BBQ. The #1s and The Execs were there as well. The Exec had to step away at one point for a business meeting. He's a man on the go. #2 and wife cranked out some primo grub along with what the other guests brought. #2 and I experienced some back problems later in the evening. My wife says mine was due to walking funny,caused by over-consumption. I hate it when she's right. Maybe I'll have her pick up the dry cleaning.