Space Shuttle Endeavour in Inglewood

It was about three weeks ago when I wrote a post about the Space Shuttle Endeavour’s tour of southern California and until yesterday, it was stationed at LAX where it was waiting to be removed from the transport jet and onto another vehicle for its final destination: the California Science Center. For its ground travel, … Continue reading Space Shuttle Endeavour in Inglewood

We Survived Coffeegeddon!

There have been a few scenarios in my life that couldn’t have been predicted by a psychic. The first scenario involved me being in a white Ford Econoline van with two practically complete strangers, driving up Highway 71 from Arkansas into Missouri looking for alcoholic beverages and girly magazines. Sound outlandish? Believe it or not, … Continue reading We Survived Coffeegeddon!

Wii U Experience in Los Angeles

Saturday was a busy day for us. In addition to attending an L.A. Galaxy soccer game, the family went to the invitation-only Wii U Experience in Los Angeles (or more precisely, Hollywood) to experience firsthand what Nintendo’s latest system has to offer. The event was held at Siren Studios on Sunset Boulevard and was scheduled … Continue reading Wii U Experience in Los Angeles

Awesome ’80s 5k Run

Another month, another 5k in the books! I ran the inaugural Awesome ‘80s Run on Saturday in beautiful Pasadena, California or more to the point, the Rose Bowl loop. I had contemplated long and hard about doing this one or the Conquer the Bridge event since I’m not exactly made of money and must choose … Continue reading Awesome ’80s 5k Run

OC Fair 5k Fun Run

On Sunday I ran in the Orange County Fair 5k Fun Run, the first time I’d participated in the event. I had honestly forgotten about this one until I saw it being advertised in an email I got from Active.com so I figured I might as well go for it. Much like the WetNWild 5k, … Continue reading OC Fair 5k Fun Run