Monday, November 10, 2008

Gold Glove, MVP, Petey, Pedroia


Pedroia. Tremendous season for the little guy. I lost track of the number of categories he led in both
offensive and defensive stats (you could look it up). I think he made 6 errors. Batted clean up for several games and made people forget about Manny (Well, not really) No one could fill that hole.
Rated as high as a second baseman can get and was really at the top of his game for the stretch run in September and October. When everyone was falling apart around him, his consistency was what carried the team for any number of games. When you talk indispensible, it starts here. Lowell was gone, Ortiz was gone, Manny, Drew, Varitek - It all started chipping away while Pedroia took his normal slot at 2b. I doubt he'll get the AL MVP because of the ridiculous bias of the voters - however - you absolutely cannot deny his accomplishments.
So where do we go from here? 2011 10-4 - No Tito - his famous cribbage partner. Does Pedroia assume
a different role? Does he really get a chance to step up? Grizzled veteran. Is there no one in the clubhouse that can shake this team up? C'mon Petey - deck someone! Get them on the same page.
Ortiz cannot do it! He's a cheerleader with his name always out front. That's what he wants. 
Smiling face or glum face - that's Ortiz. He is not a leader - he could be - but it's not happening.
If he's the face of the franchise, then we have problems. There were no clutch hits this year.
That's in the past. If the last game was a microcosm of the season well, Ortiz' last at bat with a 
roller 6 inches in front of the plate is all that. David - a fly ball is all we needed. Ells on 3rd,
GET HIM IN!!! Ball game over!

Tuesday, October 21, 2008

Monday, October 13, 2008

Friday, September 12, 2008

Casco Bay

 Couple of weeks ago, we went out to a lobsterfest on one of the islands. Had a great time.
Probably stayed longer than we should have but they promised fireworks and shots like this.
We really could not resist. Something about twilight on the coast. The colors are just incredible just before darkness falls. Believe me, it wasn't too much longer until these three were virtually
invisible in the dark. We ferried back to the mainland and I could not see 2 feet in front on the boat. 

Tuesday, August 12, 2008

Cass in Big Sur


Did I tell you we went to Cali in Late March? Yep. up and down the State
San Fran, Napa, San Diego and all over the state - it seemed.
Just a little rented Focus and away we went. Father/Daughter Road Trip!!
Stayed longer at my cuz's B&B in Vista. aarne@vistabandb.com
Say hello to Aarne and Marg.
Had no clue where we were and actually had to look this little spot up to find it was Little Sur LH and a state park. Of course, the whole area seemed like a state park as we drove. Could not stop enough. Over load with photo ops. After this shot, I believe I finally gave in and we used only one camera. Great trip and - if you haven't been - you gotta go. Painting I did upon return.
Digitally enhanced a bit - but - what the hey. Looks okay to me. Loved the diagonal brush - must be a hellavuh breeze.


Wednesday, April 30, 2008

Clemens


Clemens seems to be making a few headlines today and for the past couple of months. I just thought I would post him to make him feel a little better. Where he goes and what he does in the weeks, months, years ahead is somewhat of a controversy. Is this the poster child of the steroid era along with the Bonds, the Cansecos, the McGwires, and the whole list of others listed in the Mitchell Report? It seems like it's never ending. However, when talking about the history of baseball over the past 100 years or so, the Steroid Era of the last 10 years certainly seems to overshadow the rest. For better or worse, Clemens has definitely left an imprint on the sport whether it be with his character or his athletic prowess.

Monday, March 17, 2008

Sea Pines


Sea Pines down in South Carolina. Trip went great and I strolled out the day of departure and took this shot. Very nice place and extremely quiet. The Drifter is an excursion boat and rented out for day trips. Too short of stay for that type of adventure. Would have loved to explore the islands more. Maybe next time. Tried several different layouts for this pic and the first one seemed the best. How come it seems to work out that way?