Wednesday, June 18, 2025

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The Beach Boys

Surfer Girl 1963 

CHILDHOOD:

There was a rather popular event in which every year I just couldn't wait. Back in the late 1970's and mid 1980's , rolling up on 50 years ago , like almost half a century ago , The Beach Boys would perform after a Padres day game. Loved It 


There was always a combination of The Beach Boys , Doobie Brothers , and Three Dog Night after a ballgame. Once a year , during baseball season , the outfield would transform into a concert scene with a stage ,  adding overhead lights , and random party favors as well. Sometimes the event was a double bill and other times it would just be one of these bands or possibly Cheap Trick , Boston , B 52's , Talking Heads , and/or Chicago. Rock & Roll


I was always allowed to bring one friend and don't test me on who actually won the ballgame. These concerts were a big deal during my youth because Jack Murphy Stadium allowed tailgate parties before the game. I enjoyed sitting around that little grill , scooping my own potato salad , and holding my own 12oz soda pop. I thought A&W Root Beer was the cats meow back in the day. We played frisbee in the parking lot , throw the San Diego Chargers blue , yellow , & white football around , or simply chill out in our lawn chairs. Anyway , after the ball game between The Padres and Whoever , I loved hearing The Beach Boys!! The Beach Boys and The Doobie Brothers were always my favorite double bill. Three Dog Night always brought the heat to my adolescent ears. So the hearing of Brian Wilson shuffling off this mortal coil breaks my heart. Brings up all of these memories and thoughts of those childhood friends that meant the world to me back then. Of course , Brian's passing brings up my own mortality. RIP Brian Wilson 

FOXIE FLO:

We made our debut and what a trip it was!! Little did we know , we were competing with DJ Snoop Dogg down at Los C. After seeing him last year , no thanx. We all still believe that it was an imposter and a DJ plays music while he karaoked us and continuously says ," Where are my pot smokers??" Super Disappointing 


I make mention of this because Misti & I were performing for the door $$$. The patio was basically empty during our first set. A few folks rolled in during our second set and then the placed filled up with Snoop fans just as we finished up. Charles King held down the packed house for his set. Needless to say , we walked with way more in hand than we had anticipated. And to my surprise , the owner gave Misti the nod that he wants us back soon. Plus , Prepaid , Rather Than The Door Charge !! So That's Cool  


I definitely made Misti's evening when I changed after setting up and soundcheck. I perviously mentioned to her about a local band during Ride & Vibes that the members of the band were wearing whatever was on the floor and gave zero effort in their stage presence. So when I busted out the Tye Dye shirt , she wasn't impressed at all but she didn't say anything. She was tickled when I set up my mushrooms. She was stoked when I set up all my rope lights. She was over the moon when I changed clothes and added the fox ears and tail. From there , we enjoyed ourselves to an empty patio. Oh Baby 


SET 1
Love Me Do - Beatles 
Shine - Collective Soul 
Tea Time - Original
Love Song - Original 
Don't You Forget About Me > This Must Be The Place - Simple Minds > Talking Heads
Black Mamba - Glass Animals 
Cage I've Made - Original 
Ghost Town - Original 
Trampoline - SHAED 
Dreaming & Scheming - Original 
Where Is My Mind - Pixies  

SET 2
When The Doves Cry - Prince 
Meow - Original 
Like A Virgin - Madonna 
Pixie - Original 
Nightmares - Original
Toxic - Brittney Spears 
Patience - Original
Walk On The Wild Side - Lou Reed
I Touch Myself - Divinyls 
Puzzle Pieces - Original 
In The End - Original 
These Boots Are Made For Walking - Nancy Sinatra 

And just for the record , we began loosing light during our last three songs. I quickly asked Misti for the chords , she gave me that bewildered glance , I admitted to her that I couldn't see our sheet music. Its Too Dark & I'm That Old 

DOGS:

Still rockin' the dog sitting gig this month. We walk , we bark , and we eat with enthusiasm. You know the drill. Auggie was sound asleep here and was in full on dreaming mode when he rolled onto his back and snoozed in this particular position. Classic 


Here below is Dakota. The official office dog. She is so cute and so friendly. I have always gotten the biggest kick out of wiener dogs. The way they carry themselves , the way they walk , and they way the sit up and beg. We have a drawer full of soft treats for her arrival. And she knows that she gets just one per day. No whining , no begging , no BS, and no disappointing feelings. Wise Old Gal  

HEALTH:

Yup , still playing around with this vegan lifestyle. Still enjoying the flavors and really enjoying creating new dishes as well. Hot Dang 


And that homemade humus above , Oh Baby!!! And this tasty dish below , Good Night !! Portobello shrooms , Japanese eggplant , yellow bells , snow peas , onions , and one whipping kick A$$ homemade teriyaki sauce over rice and dashed with sesame seeds. Fiber On 

RIVER:

Our tribe floated the ever disappearing Mighty Colorado River for Fathers Day. Very pleased with Hailey and the kids making the effort. Score 


Robert from down under is back in the Valley , far blue boat in the right of the photo below. The Dude and Ronda in the middle there. Hailey and the kids on the paddle board on the left and just out of sight would be Brennon and Iris. Righteousness 


We put in up at Corn Lake and took our time. We hit a few beaches , snacked on PB&J's , and shared all kinds of stories about all of it. Family Laughter Is The Best 


With the low waters , pull offs , and hardly any paddling , we floated for almost 5 hours in total. The river allows our minds to escape the triple digits and remain in that care-free environmental zone. Plus , we have a number of super soakers for just because. I use mine to shoot an arch of refreshens. Personally , I pass on the blast to the earhole approach. Just a cool off shoot from Uncle T's boat. Love It 


BLOCKED:

I am addressing some recent comments here and you all know that I am still unable to comment on my own blog. Some of your blogs , my comment filters into the digital graveyard. Sometimes they are posted to your blog but ONLY by anonymous. And there are about three blogs that my profile Death Star Dark Side of the Moon Prism appears on. Super Frustrating 


Brother Steve Reed ,
I loved the fact that you purchased Duran Duran's album RIO !!! That old tape and Synchronicity were two cassette tapes that I played endlessly. And Olga Girl , What A Queen!! 


so nice hearing from you once again. you always make me smile my dear. 
You are by far the best grand dog parent for sure!! And your photos always blow my mind the way you are able to capture the personality of those animals. Maybe I live in a world of make believe but I just love your pictures. Thank You!! 
Your attention to details are uncanny. I so appreciate you ALWAYS taking the time to comment with your truthful thoughts. Big Hugs 
You're another newbie and your comment caught my eye. You are definitely one authentic human and your comment brought a smile to my heart. Thanx a million for taking the time to drop a comment. I am very curious as to how you happened to discover this blog of mine. 
And to all of you that are unable to comment ,
Thank You!! Thanx for tagging along with this journey of mine. I don't always have the right answer but its a raw platform for me. Someday , maybe the tribe will discover this blog. Quite the entries over the past 12 years. But seriously , thank you all for playing nice over this past decade. I gift you two extra Karma Coupons !! 


Lucky Me , I am heading south for a much needed holiday. Robert , The Dude , & Myself are Pagosa Springs bound for relaxing , disc golf , and a whole lot of soaking in the mineral rich springs. After all , Pagosa is an Indian work for "healing" and/or "boiling waters". We scored a sweet deal at the Aspen Inn and the weather is forecasted to be absolutely stellar. As well as the Mr Moon is waxing towards a New Moon Phase so I shall be outdoors into the late evenings. I leave you with a time lapse from our debut gig and the soundtrack is our original tune titled Patience. Thanx in advance for watching. 

Keep Looking Up ,

Cheers 

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