Its been said many times that the two best times in a boat owner’s life is when they purchase the boat and when the sell it. This day, I’m selling my boat, First Draft. Its the boat that I took on the 2009 MR340 and built in my garage with my family and friends. I … Continue reading “Selling First Draft – 3/24/2014”
Chocolate cake is good, but Super Chocolate Cake is better. I was at my parents house for the weekend and got a crazy idea. I started by baking a pan of brownies, quickly followed by a chocolate cake. When the brownies were done, I cut out a 9″ brownie layer for my cake. Shortly after, … Continue reading “Super Chocolate Cake 3/12/2014”
We went to Kansas City this weekend with a purpose. KC Paddler was supposed to be closing forever (they are still open in July). The boats were on discount and I wanted to replace Breakdown (Hobie Adventure) with something that Danelle could handle loading and unloading on her own. First thing we did on Friday … Continue reading “KC Weekend – 3/21/2014”
There is something great about a weekend away from it all. Of course its even better when its with the guys camping and paddling on the river. Jake, John, Jason, and [J]Hogan (cause I guess I needed a J in front of my name to fit in) were the players for this event. I was … Continue reading “Current River Float – 3/14/2014”
We all got together at Danelle’s parents house to celebrate her dad’s birthday. It was the perfect kind of birthday where the only present was the company of family gathering together. Ok, maybe the cake was a big draw for me, but the family was good too. It was fun playing with Mark as he … Continue reading “Henry’s Birthday – 3/9/2014”
Corvin played basketball again this spring. He was one of the better players on the team again. I don’t know where he gets it from. I was one of the worst players on my team… So he spends a fair amount of time bring the ball down the court. Somehow he finds himself in front … Continue reading “Corvin Basketball – 3/8/2014”
I read earlier in the week about 5 St. Louis traditions. One of those 5 was a trip to Gus’s Pretzels. Gus’s Pretzels has been around St. Louis since 1920 and is on its third generation owners. I’m always interested in knowing more about the area that I live, so it sounded like a great … Continue reading “Pretzel Weekend – 3/7/2014”
February had two noticiable things take place. The first was lots of cold and snow. The kids see us working outside to keep the driveway clean and just want to be big helpers! Second, and just as cute was the girl scout Frog Dance. Once we got there, Sonora ran off to be with her … Continue reading “February – 2014”
A proper Mardi Gras begins with some Southern Comfort and lots of beads! When you get to public transportation (because its the only safe way to travel with open Southern Comfort, you accessorize with a new mustache! When that isn’t enough, wear the beads like Mr. T Use your cell phone to to text your … Continue reading “St. Louis Mardi Gras – 2/28/2014”
(Last updated 8/14/14 7:40p) Hogan Haake and Jo Newbold are participating in Mixed Tandem for the MR340 race this year. They start at 8 am Tuesday August 12th, 2014. They are listed as boat #0306, team “Donut & Maple Syrup”. The team name comes from their respective nutrition needs. Hogan prefers good old fashioned … Continue reading “2014 9th Annual Missouri River 340 Race”