Jonez World

A wise man once told me, “Jones, relationships are like bank accounts. All season long you are making withdraws and the off-season is time to make deposits.” I followed this sage’s advice and scored huge points yesterday.

We set off to the fair to see already living animals … and the creation of some more.

Hey look… Twins!!!

#1 was so excited to see the tractor pulls…

… and the horse pulls. ***Important Horse Pull etiquette update: Do not, I repeat, Do not cheer while the horses are pulling. Only one driver is needed and he is right behind the horse.*** Heeding this advice will save you from being ridiculed by fellow fans of the sport and being singled out by the crazy judge. Just ask our friend Christy.

Ever heard of spin’n a yarn?

After feeding the camel, Cass decided that we need one…

And one of these…

And a goat…

I’m thinking of selling the condo to buy an ark.

What fair experience isn’t complete without a fried Oreo…

Saturday brought a much needed reprieve from the jaws of honey-do’s, in the form of a bike ride. I joined up with some teammates from TARGETRAINING and Crawford for a “leisurely” ride with some TT clients. It was good to ride with Ale one last time before he headed back to Argentina. As if a bike ride wasn’t refreshing enough, #1 set up a trip to watch the pinstripes and bosox for the evening. We headed down with some of her Yalie friends, so I had to bring my smart hat and be prepared for educated conversation… so I slept during the train ride. Here’s a picture from the game…

yes we’re in the bleachers and yes that is a dual straw tin foil lid. Apparently they don’t stock lids at pinstripe stadium and if you ask for one, you get tin foil. We had a great time, but come on is baseball really a sport? Are the players really athletes? The way I look at it, they wear tight clothes just like bike riders, but stand around the entire time, are fat, get more chicas, and receive a much larger pay check than most cyclist… dang I’m in the wrong sport.

Mr. T said, “Creesss you had a very good year, but need much rest now.” So it looks like I’ll have plenty of time to continue improving the casa this week.

Can I get one of these for painting???

So the road season over. The past month has been a blur and it feels like I’ve slept in a different place almost every night! I had a great time this season and would like to thank all of you for your support. Keep your fingers crossed and prayers coming as I seek out another contract for next year.

On to the good stuff… as many of you know #1 fan (who is very ready for the off season too) and I purchased a condo. We have only been here for a few days, but are loving it already. Here’s a before and after picture of the kitchen wall. #1 thinks that since I’m not riding as much right now that I have plenty of time to paint. I think she needs to review the meaning of “off-season.” I have the feeling she’ll win. Man, I hate losing. Incidentally, anyone who would love to paint please feel free to come on over.