When it came time to take a week's vacation this Fall, it was a tough call... But after considering our options, my wife and I decided that a week right here at home would be just what the Doctor ordered...
Not exactly ordered, actually... The doctor said we could go anywhere we wanted.
So why am I asking a doctor about my vacation plans, anyway?
Well, consider this the "cat"... that is now officially out of the bag.
We're going to be parents!... Yes, I'm going to be a Dad!
Its got the be the most exciting news that I have ever learned (and for a guy who reads the news every night, that's saying something!)
Go ahead... meet my little pal.
Pretty amazing, huh? Apparently a little camera shy, though. We'll have to work on that.
These 4D pictures were taken about 13 weeks ago, so we're definatley due for an update. But as I'm writing this, my wife is just about 20 weeks along. And a week from now, we've decided that we're going to find out if it is a boy or a girl.
And while the idea of having a little "guy" around sounds pretty cool, a little girl would be an equal blessing.
Although, for those of you who know anything about my household... there's already enough female influence. (Emmy to the left, Sunny to the right)
Another guy to balance things out wouldn't hurt.
Either way, I'll try to keep this news updated over the next few months.
So... The "StayCation"... you know, "Stay" + "Vacation" = StayCation... the hottest new buzz word in American lingo, whereas people are choosing to spend their vacation staying at home. In the process, saving money on gas, and things like that. And right about now, a few extra bucks is just what the doctor ordered.
Of course, I couldn't just stay home the entire time. There had to be a few day trips.
Stop # 1: The Monster Mile... Dover, Delaware
Maybe the worst photo of myself I'll ever post on this blog... but understand, the sunglasses/safety galsses were FREE. And when you're hanging with the guys, you're not going for style points.
These are my drin... racing buddies, Eric and Lenny.
And here is a better shot of the Monster Monument.
I've got to say, I enjoyed the day at the race track...
But at heart, I'm a baseball guy.
Of all my years as a Phillies fan (or Phan, as Steve Knight mentioned in his recent blog), this has to have been the most exciting year ever. I saw great games against the Marlins, Pirates, and last Wednesday, the Braves.
I was able to score some great seats behind a few rows behind the visitors' dugout, where the Phillie Phanatic is a regular. And as you can see, he made a quick stop in the row in front of us. I've always loved the Phanatic.
Unfortunately, the Phillies lost this game... but as we know, they've since redeemed themselves as National league East Champions.
For the rest of my vacation, I'll admit... I looked a lot like Sunny.
A lot of rest, relaxation... and saving plenty of energy for DEER SEASON!
Let that serve as a preview of my next blog... coming soon!
Until next time,
-- Mike
