Number of Website Visits in July:   577          Number of Unique Visitors in July:   290

July 31, 2007     (0) Comments

I'm off to Canada for vacation.  That sounds a little funny....

Niagara Falls/Toronto to start, then off to Nova Scotia, and Cape Breton in particular.

Looks like this is my 100th Blog post since I started adding a comments section to the blog.  Don't forget to check out IrishCaper.com if you get a chance.

Here's a few last pics from Phil and Jessica's trip down south to good ol' Saint Kitts.

July 28, 2007     (0) Comments

Game times are now available for our entry into the Canadian National Co-ed SloPitch Finals in Niagara Falls, Ontario next week.  You can check for pictures and videos during the first week of August on the Venom Website.  Game times have been updated as of July 26.

Friday, August 3, 2007

Venom vs. Fall Daze                  9:00 am     Field - PC #2

Venom vs. Digglers                    3:00 pm     Field - PC #2

Saturday, August 4, 2007

Venom vs. Shockers                  9:00 am     Field - OP #3

Venom vs. Boys & The Toys     1:30 pm     Field - OP #3

Semifinals and Finals will take place on Sunday and Monday, times to be announced.

July 27, 2007     (0) Comments

Several days a week, and in particular on the weekend, there is a band that plays in the Lobby Bar here at the Marriott Resort.  After hitting Calypso for some dinner, a couple of us relaxed and took in the scene there.  Here are a couple of pics and a little video clip of us hanging out listening to the music.  (The Salt and Pepper Shakers were "vibrant"...)

July 26, 2007     (2) Comments

We had a nice little active day today that started with a hike up the large mountain-type hill near the Marriott Resort.  There were some great views of the surrounding area on the way up and especially on the top.  We were exhausted from the climb, but we all agreed it was well worth it.  After that was a long swim in the ocean where Phil broke out his underwater camera.  Now it's time to relax a bit before we hit the tennis courts for a set or two.

We did see just a bit of wildlife including this herd of goats.

Last night we hit Sugars for the trilogy of pool, karaoke and dancing.  Well, we only listened to the karaoke and watched others dancing, but we did play pool for a while.  I was partners with The Phil, and we lost a five game thriller to Larry and Jessica.  Jessica sank the winning ball, despite playing with "Larry's Curse".  I am now 0 for 2 in sports with Phil as a partner.  The lesson learned is that you shouldn't pick Phil as a partner.  Or... maybe you shouldn't pick me...but I digress.  Unfortunately, none of the people in our group brought a camera.  Very unfortunate.

July 24, 2007     (8) Comments

The last two days have been quite busy, but I managed to get a few shots of our golf game today at the Royal St. Kitts Golf Club.  Phil and I lost to Mike and Giulio as Phil (aka Hacker) put together a strong effort with a 123.  Ridiculous.  He was playing Hockey out there on the course.  I should have reminded Phil before we went out there and got our asses handed to us that the game was golf, not hockey.     I've never seen damage that bad before.  But I didn't exactly shoot amazing either, so I guess I can't shift all the blame...

Most of the pics were taken on the 14th Green since it overlooks both the Atlantic Ocean and the Marriott Resort.  There is also a picture of the stone walkway leading to the condos overlooking the 12th Hole.  Giulio and his foursome trailed behind us and you can see them in the last pic.

July 22, 2007     (1) Comments

Phil and Jessica have finally arrived in Saint Kitts.  Their flight from Puerto Rico was delayed for two hours due to weather that they took with them from Canada, but they finally arrived safe and sound.  Here they are relaxing in my villa after the travel, having a local beer called Carib

Should be a good week.

July 21, 2007     (0) Comments

Happy Birthday, Dad!

I didn't have much luck in the poker tournament at Mike's last night.  I got busted out with a pair of ladies.  There were three of us all-in pre-flop , with my Queens up against a pair of Jacks for Gypsy and a King-Ten off suit for Tristan.  I had the advantage going in, but a jack came on the flop to give Gypsy trip Jacks, but then Tristan managed to pull off a straight to take down the pot.  I ended up being third in the hand and didn't even get the side pot.  Oh well, that's the way the cards fall.  It was a pretty good tournament with 12 of us taking part in all.

Although poker didn't pan out for me, the barbeque was fantastic.  We had the usual BBQ fare including hot dogs, hamburgers and chicken.  But there was some nice dishes as well prepared by Gypsy including potato salad, beans, corn on the cob and a delicious appetizer consisting of jalapeno peppers stuffed with cream cheese and wrapped in bacon.  They were fantastic.  There must have been twenty of us at the barbeque and a good time was had by all.

Only one more day until the arrival of Phil and Jessica.  I'll have to get this villa ship shape today.  Hopefully they're having a good time in Orlando before their arrival tomorrow.

July 20, 2007     (0) Comments

Today was a good day for golfing at the Royal St. Kitts Golf Club.  The sky was a little overcast for a change, so the sun wasn't as hot as it usually is.  Myself and Daron took on Mike and Giulio in a little match, with a small wager attached of course.  Fortunately the good guys prevailed in the end as I tied Mike, and Daron edged out Giulio for the win.  Lunch was on them of course.  Here you can see an old abandoned house on the 8th hole and us getting drinks on the 10th.

Here's a few pictures overlooking the 14th green, back towards the clubhouse and Marriott Resort.

The 15th green is the most picturesque on the course.  We always have more than a few little visitors nearby.

It's time to head to Mike R's for a little evening barbeque and some poker.  Only two more days until the arrival of The Phil.  Hopefully this overcast sky isn't a sign that he's taken some bad weather here on his way to Saint Kitts.

July 19, 2007     (0) Comments

Update on The Phil.  The Phil is leaving Halifax today on his way to his visit in Saint Kitts.  He and Jessica will be stopping first in Orlando for a few days before hitting my little island getaway here sometime on the weekend.  I will update with pics from the trip as they become available.

Here is a picture I took of a moth outside my villa on the resort.  I don't think this moth is quite as beautiful as the previous moth that I photographed, but it's pretty cool looking nonetheless.

July 17, 2007     (0) Comments

This is the story of "Sam The Bellhop".  The clip must be popular right now since it's been sent to me about 6 times in the past week.  I'm proud to say that I can do this little trick pretty well.  It's not extremely hard to do but it looks great at parties.  However, I tell the story a little bit differently and I'm not as adept at the false shuffle like Bill Malone here, so I have to improvise and take a few shortcuts.  But it turns out impressive nonetheless...

One of my favorite little card tricks for sure, just because of the presentation you can give while telling the story.

July 15, 2007     (0) Comments

I have a few pictures from the past weekend down at the Beach.  We hit all the hot spots including Ziggy's, Inon's, Buddy's and the Rainbow Bar.

July 13, 2007     (0) Comments

Happy Friday the 13th.  In case you were wondering, the fear of Friday the 13th is called "paraskavedekatriaphobia".  But I know you knew that already.  Enjoy the day, there won't be another until June of next year.  Here's a classic Saint Kitts Stop Sign to honor the occasion.  Who needs octagons?  

Red was never my favorite color anyway.

July 11, 2007     (0) Comments

Here's a little video for your amusement of a thief trying to break into a liquor store.  Hilarity ensues.  Thieves beware, if you break into a store, make sure you can break back out.

A future Darwin Award winner I'm sure...

July 9, 2007     (0) Comments

Happy Birthday, me!

Also Happy Birthday to Gibbs.  Don't be jealous, but I'm taking a Caribbean vacation for my birthday this year.

July 3, 2007     (2) Comments

You may not be expecting the big voice coming out of this fellow.  He takes the audience and the judges a little by surprise with his talent.  The guys name is Paul and I believe he sings Nessun Dorma, but I'm not that up on the opera scene so I may be a little mistaken with the title.

I also believe he may have gone on to win the competition, but that's yet another thing I'm not too positive about.

July 1, 2007     (0) Comments

Happy Canada Day!

Here is a sample of flowers from the Caribbean island of Saint Kitts, in particular from flora in and around the Marriott Resort.  I wish I could remember my university Botany and name them, but that course was too long ago...

I hope you enjoy!