Sedona Biking Trip

Don't expect to learn too much about the Sedona Trip by checking out this site- that would take all the fun out of talking about it. Anyone that is going to see this site likely talks to me on a regular basis- so you'll learn more about our Sadona fun when we talk. I'll include a few of the picts here, but the rest of them will be at my photo site.

Top Left and Top Right: Views right in Sedona. Bottom Left and Right: Bryant

I will take the credit for the great photography- thank you very much.

Below: That would be me.

Below: Our Flagstaff ride. Check out the other site for the rest.

Carpet/ Appliances in...

Alright- There's fast and there is fast- but lately I'm feeling like this is Extreme Makeover, Home Edition and I'm not ready to move in yet! One month ago my walls were just sheet-rocked, and now carpet is in! You're looking at the finished front elevation with a lot of paint touch-up which will be done before we close. All in all, it has turned out just fine. I'm very particular and hard to please, but it'll be a good little home for a few years, at least.

Here, we are looking at some close-up photos of my recently installed range and microwave. I can critique my own color-choosing weaknesses by commenting that I need more contrast. The cabinets, tile and carpet are all light browns. But hey, I figure 1- I'm neutral with the colors and 2- WHAT DO YOU EXPECT FROM A GUY??? I think a woman's touch will spice things up with some good paint color and decorating saavy.

Lastly, a shot towards my stairs. I will paint the stair rails a darker, Mahogany color to complement the door better, and again, I will paint the walls some color that someone talented, with good color sense will probably recommend. As much as I wanted much darker carpet, I think this is the better route- it keeps things a little brighter and workable.

Any Ideas for wall color? Pulease- I need all the help I can get! Go to my photo album to see a few more pictures where you can blow them up to full size.

Roof on, Cabinets in!

The roof has been completed,

At first I didn't like the color

scheme- but I'm getting used to it.

I think I may actually be at the point,

now, that I like it!

The cabinets are in and also the Tile. I think they turned out just fine. We'll see how they look with the granite and grout!

Here's the view from the back (a few weeks ago)- No one can accuse me of not haveing a Happy House!

Drywall in!

The drywall is in, check out the pics (the link to my photo album is below)

peace out.

http://s156.photobucket.com/albums/t26/curtcbriggs/

NASCAR at Phoenix International Raceway (PIR)

Alright-
So I've never been much of a "gear head",
Never thought of myself as a Redneck,
Get sick watching a car race around a track more than 3 or 4 laps,
but nothing meets the adrenaline rush of watching NASCAR -LIVE- !!

My roommate, Ryan and I arrived at PIR at about noon. We spent the next 5 hours watching the Speed Channel live, watching live bands, browsing the racer's trailers and their merchandise, and soaking in the indescribable excitement of race day at the track. Immediately upon arriving at the track, we became entertained by the staunch NASCAR enthusiasts. I must say, however, that I was surprised at how mainstream the sport really is!

That's one fast Stroller, and a couple of 'racy' hats !

The race started at 5:50pm and, no joking, earth-shaking rumbling, the deafening noice, and the jet-fuel exhaust filled air made for one of the funnest experiences I've ever had!

It was a great time, for sure. I will definitely go again when I get the chance. Check out my photo album for the balance of the pics and some great videos!

A little Birthday Biking

It was so great to hear from the family on my special little day. Sounds like everyone is good and the big purchase is 98% final. LONG LIVE THE HOLLAND SISTERS!!



Besides hearing from the fam., a 3 hour ride at South Mountain and some breakfast at the Waffle House was about the greatest thing anyone could ever do. Thx BKH!

So, for the record, the ride was incredible. Pictures don't capture a fraction of the excitement and intensity, but check out my photo album to catch a glimse of the fun...