Tuesday, July 11, 2006
Monday, July 10, 2006
Snorkling was cancelled
Water's too rough so we decided to walk the beach. Tony, Ron and Manny
are doing a little shallow water snorkling. Beautiful view.
Ulyses
Day 2
We just finished our horseback riding outing. Amazing! Unbelievable!
Riding on the beach, through the mountains.. Check out the phone
pictures. I'll post video and good pictures later
Ulyses
Day one
The hotel is a bit skanky. We awoke yesterday to the sound of bullhorns
and protest. A group of disgruntled employees were protesting working
conditions at the hotel. Great. We were tempted to join in. A few
minutes later the whole block losted power. We left for the country
(san sebastian) shorty thereafter. On the way (over 2 hours) we caught
up on family happenings. I haven't talked this much in years. I might
take a vow of silence when I get back.
Right before we arrived we stopped and toured the caves of Camuy. I'll
post pictuers later. An amazing experience.
We arrived at the farm about 3:00. Tony and his family were already
there. Everyone looks good and is doing well. Later on that night we
drove to La Plaza for that great ice cream they serve then spent the
night at Uncle Paul's. More later...
Ulyses
Saturday, July 08, 2006
Queer Eye for the straight guy
Ok, so I'm waiting for Ron to arrive and he walks out of the terminal
wearing jeans, untucked white shirt, wife beater undershirt and black
shoes. Well I usually don't notice what another man is wearing except
that I'm wearing exactly the same thing. Great! Two guys meeting at the
airport, renting a car together to drive to a hotel room sharing a room.
Jeesh... If I get propositioned from a guy I'm out of here. For my
friends who read this blog Ron is my cousin. No, he really is.....
Honest....
Ulyses
Touch down in the motherland
Arrived safe. Great flight. Plane was half empty. Spent my time watching
my favorite show (The Office) on DVD. I love technology.
PR weather is great. Soft tropical breeze and sunshine. Living in FL
doesn't make it quite as exciting as when I use to come down from
Philly. Waiting for Ron.
One more thing
A dirty diaper has just been changed smelling up the whole cabin. Oh
shit (no pun intended)
Ulyses
Things to expect on a flight 2 PR
1. Crying babies... Lots of them
2. Tacky dress. Especially women.
3. Thunderous clapping on hands upon arrival
Ulyses
The PR trip will be blogged
There's a reason I love Orlando, Florida so much. I arrived at the
airport at 6 am and was at my gate by 6:20!! I know it's not always the
case but it was sweet none the less. I hope Ron has a similar experience
in Philly. Thanks to my honey for getting up early to drive me in.
Puerto Rico here I come.
Ulyses
Tuesday, July 04, 2006
Happy 4th on the Fourth
We had a picnic at Dave's house.
Adam and Eric - Bopsie Twins
Eric, Brandon, Adam and Ryan
James and Adam - In charge of fireworks (uh-oh)
Adam and Eric - Bopsie Twins
U and Laurie
By the pool
Eric, Brandon, Adam and Ryan
James and Adam - In charge of fireworks (uh-oh)
Monday, July 03, 2006
Friday, June 23, 2006
Valley Forge National Park
I made a wrong turn the other day while driving and ended up in Valley Forge Park. It was a beautiful summer day and I was instantly rushed with some memories long forgotten and a great sense of nostalgia. Most of us who have lived here all our lives forget the meaning behind this historic landmark. (It was the site of the headquarters of the Continental Army (under George Washington) during the American Revolution.) We all just remember childhood recreational activities including family picnics, sledding, kite flying and biking.
It’s probably been twenty years since I’ve been to Valley Forge Park, but I’m planning to take my family there three times this year. Summer, Fall and Winter. The memories that I had are about to be shared my kids and then we’ll make new ones. Would anyone care to share your favorite memory?
Wednesday, June 21, 2006
Kristina is in Orlando
My dear sister in Christ, Leslie Landrum, and her family have taken in an orphan from the Ukraine for the summer. You can read about it here.
Monday, June 19, 2006
Uncanny Resemblance
Am I the only one who saw the picture below and was reminded of these three guys?
No? I didn’t think so.
Sunday, June 18, 2006
Friday, June 16, 2006
Proud Fathers & Proud Uncles
On Thursday June 15th 2006, Jacob Gilberto Rolon & Marie Noelle Rolon (along with 1,054 other students) graduated from North Penn High School. The two teary-eyed guys with them are Tom & Jim. Proud fathers and proud uncles. Also in the stands were Patti, Mom, Annette, Tommy, Tina, Iris, Jordan, Roxane and Ron (another proud father/uncle).
Jacob has been awarded a Full Merit Scholarship to West Chester University (45 minutes away) in the Pre-Med Studies Program.
Marie will be attending Valley Forge Christian College (35 minutes away) studying Business and Children’s Ministry.
Thursday, June 15, 2006
New Hybrid Motorcycle
In an effort to cut down on our fuel consumption, I propose this vehicle.
It runs on it's own..err.. gas.
Warning: Not work safe or family friendly.
It runs on it's own..err.. gas.
Warning: Not work safe or family friendly.
Wednesday, June 14, 2006
Tuesday, June 13, 2006
La Reunion De Los Primos?
About two years ago, Ulyses Jr. suggested that we attempt to plan a cousin reunion in Puerto Rico. He suggested a date in July 2006. At the time, it seemed so far away that it would give us all “plenty” time to plan for this event and actually make it a reality.
Well, here we are June 2006. What seemed to be a great futuristic idea is now before us. It appears that the only confirmed cousins that will be attempting to make this trip are Tony, Ulyses and myself. We decided to make this a trip to visit family, combined with a trip to enjoy in the wonderful fun that Puerto Rico has to offer (snorkeling, along with other water sports, historic sites, beautiful beaches etc.). We have a hotel room (in Condado/ San Juan) and a rental car already reserved. We will be arriving on Saturday, July 8th.
My hope is that other cousins’ reconsider their plans and decide to join us.
Tuesday, June 06, 2006
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