robble's Journal

Another Shrewsbury come and gone by robble

2007-09-11 17:02:08.32084

Ah once again the Shrewsbury Renaissance Faire was this last weekend. It marked the 12th year of the Faire. I must say that finding the faire, about 7 years ago, was one of the most fun things I had ever done. Previously I had been to different Ren Faires and had lots of fun. Shrewsbury, since it was in my backyard, was the first one that I decided I should try to help out and work Faire as well. That was one of the best choices I have ever made. Aside from the great friend ships created, it is awesome to be a part of something so fun and have a chance to make others enjoy the same magic that is Faire.

This year's Faire was no less magically, although it was a lot hotter. Saturday was not so bad, but Sunday everyone was looking for the closest shade, me included. I guess us Oregonians are just not cut out for the heat, as the temp rose to 95F. None the less, the show must go on and it did. There wear some great acts this year. Foiled Again had a nice bit, Tobias the Adequate is a great magician/comedian, and the kids always love Gaffer Applewight. Of course the joust was the main event, and it showed as well as ever.

For my part, our games of darts and catapults went well. The catapult was more accurate this year, and I think many players were happy to hit more targets and win cooler prizes.

The sad part is that one weekend comes and goes so quickly. ;-(

My five minutes of fame by robble

2007-08-14 15:41:16.571063

I am not drunk

One great year! by robble

2007-08-13 16:43:12.70088

Jodi and I celebrated our 1st year wedding anniversary over the weekend!

I can't believe it has been one year already. Aside from being the quickest year ever, it was the most fun one of my life!

Here is to many more!!!

Bocce ball is the best! by robble

2007-07-17 11:33:47.257448

This last week we had a retreat and I was re-introduced to a great game/pass time. Many years ago, my great grandfather had a Bocce ball court at his retirement home. I remember it being really fun (of course I was only 6 years old). As it turns out, 27 years later, it is still really fun, especially after a few beers. Plus, as a co-worker said, "I like to play games where the goal is to get one thing as close to another thing as possible". Come to think of it, isn't that the goal of all physical games?

Bocce Rules

My wife the runner! by robble

2007-07-11 10:37:37.605968

My wife, Jodi, has been training for a half-marathon the last 6 months. It has been great for her, and all her hard work finally paid off a couple weekends ago. She finished the race no problem and she was so excited that she is looking for more to run! Go girl go!