Monday, March 11, 2013

Beautiful weekend in DC

It was a crazy weekend, but I was able to get a number of things accomplished and had the opportunity to enjoy the beautiful weather.
Saturday
Saturday morning Reg and I took the Bromptons in for their annual servicing at Bikes Vienna.  Considering we've had them less than a year now, I'm not sure why we did it, but Reg was set on getting his bike in top shape especially after his accident in Philadelphia in the fall.  I ended up needing a new chain, which I'm still trying to figure out why or what I did to cause that.  Like to think it's from all the riding.
After dropping off the bike, we came extremely close to buying a new Jeep Wrangler.  My VW bug is 3 years old, and for some odd reason Reg feels that it's time to trade it in for a new vehicle.  While I would love to get a new car and I certainly love the look and feel of the new jeeps, practical Jason does not understand this whole car fixation.  If it was a bike... completely different story.  As of now, I think we are just waiting to find the right combination of color and features before buying.  Personally I'm still extremely happy with my VW, and looking forward to driving around with the top down come spring.
Car shopping then turned into dashing off to my friend Greg's house to watch the Jon Pertwee's episode of Carnival of Monsters.  Erik also showed up, so it turned into a mini-gay-Gally-reunion.  Need to keep this up.  Hate just seeing everyone at GallifreyOne.  As far as Carnival, I can honestly say I've never seen it before.  It was rather difficult for me to figure out what the hell was going on with all the politics on Inter Minor.  Fortunately we had Jo Grant's boots and rolled up jean shorts to keep us entertained.  It was a long and tedious episode for me, the only highlights were the chemistry between the Doctor and Jo, and my fellow viewers who made it all the more entertaining.
Sunday
I unfortunately agreed to go see Oz on the first truly beautiful day of 2013.  The movie is horrible.  After the first 20 minutes, I knew it was a mistake.   I should have been outside enjoying the weather.  Instead, I was trapped in a dark movie theater subjected to James Franco.  Carnival of Monsters was more entertaining and the special effects far better, and I realize that's saying a lot considering how bad Carnival has aged. 
I was able to finally get on the bike after a long winter hiatus.  Was able to get in a 14 mile trek, which I'm paying for today,



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