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Greetings from Cleveland!

Post author By Hobie
Post date September 20, 2007
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This is Night #3 of my cross-country journey!

I totally lied about not putting up pictures as you’ll see below. I realized I’d not get to these in a long time if I don’t do them tonight. So if you checked this site out earlier well, my bad.

The drive across has been fairly uneventful. Uneventful because there is absolutely nothing to see between Colorado and Ohio. Truly. There’s absolutely nothing but flatlands and corn fields and then occasionally a little river or something is crossed. And lots of ridiculous truckers. Lots. But I’m here safely so I can’t complain.

Not much to report on though so this’ll be a relatively short post. I did get to hang out with Jeremy yesterday and that was a lot of fun. In Joliet, Illinois, Harrah’s has a pretty cool casino and I actually mean that. They have really upscale restaurants and a their casino, while small, at least has craps and other games you don’t see at places like Indian casinos. What I was shocked about was that the casino had $10 Minimums!!!! WTF?! This is Illinois! But anyways, it was awesome to be able to talk with Jeremy and just realize how much I’ve missed having him around. I’m trying my best now to convince him how cool New York would be. I think that’s a possibility in a year or so. How much fun would that be?

So today is boring day in Cleveland and tomorrow I’ll finally get to see the infamous Jenny Jennertons in Philadelphia. I must be ready for anything. She’s insane. In a good way, but still.

And then after that, it’s Atlantic City time and you KNOW I’ll be getting my gambling on.

And for those who are looking for the massive amount of pictures that do exist, I’m sorry but I haven’t gotten to them just yet. Patience, patience.Â Such a liar, I am!

14 Sep 2007 – Dinner at AI

Gotta love TeppanYaki style Japanese food

Gotta love TeppanYaki style Japanese food14-Sep-2007 19:31, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 2.8, 7.7mm, 0.017 sec, ISO 192

14-Sep-2007 19:36, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 2.8, 7.7mm, 0.017 sec, ISO 141

Erin, Eric and KD

Erin, Eric and KD14-Sep-2007 19:36, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 2.8, 7.7mm, 0.017 sec, ISO 141

14-Sep-2007 19:36, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 2.8, 7.7mm, 0.017 sec, ISO 141

Me and KD

Me and KD14-Sep-2007 19:36, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 2.8, 7.7mm, 0.017 sec, ISO 141

Jeff is REALLY hungry

Jeff is REALLY hungry14-Sep-2007 19:37, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 2.8, 7.7mm, 0.017 sec, ISO 141

One of the Hobie Farewell events was the group having a bbq at Susan’s house and then fun afterwards. Originally I thought I’d pop for a limo and kind of recreate what my 30th birthday was like, but then I began to think, nah, why do that again? So the night became all about rollerskating and pimping… uh, I mean rollerskating and bowling. It was awesome.

15 Sep 2007 – Bowling Goodness

Lauren and Tom ready for hearty family fun

Lauren and Tom ready for hearty family fun15-Sep-2007 19:37, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 4.0, 15.599mm, 0.017 sec, ISO 168

The smallest and cutest dog ever: Linda

The smallest and cutest dog ever: Linda15-Sep-2007 19:40, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 4.0, 15.599mm, 0.017 sec, ISO 141

Bowling alley nirvana - it was Rock'n Bowl Night

Bowling alley nirvana - it was Rock'n Bowl Night15-Sep-2007 22:22, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 2.8, 7.7mm, 1 sec, ISO 141

Tom fixin to bowl

Tom fixin to bowl15-Sep-2007 22:24, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 2.8, 7.7mm, 0.125 sec, ISO 233

15-Sep-2007 22:24, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 2.8, 7.7mm, 0.125 sec, ISO 233

15-Sep-2007 22:25, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 2.8, 7.7mm, 0.125 sec, ISO 233

15-Sep-2007 22:25, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 2.8, 7.7mm, 0.125 sec, ISO 233

Jeff, Susan, and Eric

Jeff, Susan, and Eric15-Sep-2007 22:26, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 2.8, 7.7mm, 0.125 sec, ISO 233

Look at me - I'm a winner... at least that first game

Look at me - I'm a winner... at least that first game15-Sep-2007 22:26, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 2.8, 7.7mm, 0.125 sec, ISO 233

KD and Erin right before making out... okay, just kidding

KD and Erin right before making out... okay, just kidding15-Sep-2007 22:27, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 8.0, 7.7mm, 0.125 sec, ISO 233

15-Sep-2007 22:27, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 2.8, 7.7mm, 0.125 sec, ISO 233

Weird white glow on these pics - feels kinda retro film camera-ish

Weird white glow on these pics - feels kinda retro film camera-ish15-Sep-2007 22:29, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 3.2, 9.028mm, 0.125 sec, ISO 233

Continuing the retro vibe

Continuing the retro vibe15-Sep-2007 22:29, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 3.2, 9.028mm, 0.125 sec, ISO 233

Me and KD

Me and KD15-Sep-2007 22:30, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 3.2, 9.028mm, 0.017 sec, ISO 233

Tom is NOT amused

Tom is NOT amused15-Sep-2007 22:30, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 8.0, 9.028mm, 0.017 sec, ISO 233

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Lauren knocks em dead

Lauren knocks em dead15-Sep-2007 22:31, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 3.2, 9.028mm, 0.017 sec, ISO 315

The crowd goes... indifferent

The crowd goes... indifferent15-Sep-2007 22:31, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 8.0, 9.028mm, 0.017 sec, ISO 233

15-Sep-2007 22:31, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 4.9, 23.1mm, 0.017 sec, ISO 315

Me rocking the first game

Me rocking the first game15-Sep-2007 23:19, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 2.8, 7.7mm, 0.017 sec, ISO 233

15-Sep-2007 23:19, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 4.9, 23.1mm, 0.017 sec, ISO 315

Eric and KD

Eric and KD15-Sep-2007 23:20, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 2.8, 7.7mm, 0.017 sec, ISO 233

Patented Pointing Shot

Patented Pointing Shot15-Sep-2007 23:20, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 8.0, 7.7mm, 0.017 sec, ISO 233

15-Sep-2007 23:23, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 2.8, 7.7mm, 0.125 sec, ISO 233

15-Sep-2007 23:24, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 2.8, 7.7mm, 0.125 sec, ISO 233

15-Sep-2007 23:24, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 2.8, 7.7mm, 0.125 sec, ISO 233

15-Sep-2007 23:24, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 2.8, 7.7mm, 0.125 sec, ISO 233

KD, demure-like

KD, demure-like15-Sep-2007 23:39, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 2.8, 7.7mm, 0.017 sec, ISO 233

Erin, not so demure-like

Erin, not so demure-like15-Sep-2007 23:41, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 2.8, 7.7mm, 0.017 sec, ISO 233

Eric, the possible winner of game 2 (not sure who actually won)

Eric, the possible winner of game 2 (not sure who actually won)15-Sep-2007 23:42, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 2.8, 7.7mm, 0.017 sec, ISO 233

Hobie, indifferent

Hobie, indifferent15-Sep-2007 23:43, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 2.8, 7.7mm, 0.017 sec, ISO 233

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Big smile Erin

Big smile Erin15-Sep-2007 23:43, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 8.0, 7.7mm, 0.017 sec, ISO 233

Eric Gone Wild

Eric Gone Wild15-Sep-2007 23:43, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 4.9, 23.1mm, 0.125 sec, ISO 233

15-Sep-2007 23:46, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 4.9, 23.1mm, 0.017 sec, ISO 315

15-Sep-2007 23:47, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 8.0, 7.7mm, 0.017 sec, ISO 233

15-Sep-2007 23:47, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 2.8, 7.7mm, 1 sec, ISO 200

Erin turned demonic

Erin turned demonic15-Sep-2007 23:47, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 2.8, 7.7mm, 1 sec, ISO 200

I didn't pop the collar - I was made to do it

I didn't pop the collar - I was made to do it15-Sep-2007 23:51, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 2.8, 7.7mm, 0.017 sec, ISO 233

The popped collars was catching on like fire

The popped collars was catching on like fire15-Sep-2007 23:51, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 2.8, 7.7mm, 0.017 sec, ISO 233

16-Sep-2007 00:01, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 4.5, 18.776mm, 0.125 sec, ISO 233

16-Sep-2007 00:01, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 4.5, 18.776mm, 0.125 sec, ISO 233

16-Sep-2007 00:02, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 4.9, 23.1mm, 0.017 sec, ISO 315

High Five!

High Five!16-Sep-2007 00:03, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 2.8, 7.7mm, 0.125 sec, ISO 233

16-Sep-2007 00:03, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 3.5, 12.523mm, 0.125 sec, ISO 233

Groovin' to the beat

Groovin' to the beat16-Sep-2007 00:03, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 2.8, 7.7mm, 0.125 sec, ISO 233

It wasn’t all fun and games though. The last two days I was in the Springs involved a LOT of cleaning up of the house. In fact, it took two days for me and Susan to get it done. And without Susan’s help, I’d probably still be there. She totally rocks and I am totally unworthy of her awesomeness. Below are some pictures from cleaning fun. Don’t be dissuaded by the pics of me sitting on my ass. It was a total random shot that does NOT illustrate how hard I was working!

16 Sep 2007 – Cleaning House

My kitchen slash office slash before Susan rocked it

My kitchen slash office slash before Susan rocked it16-Sep-2007 16:00, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 2.8, 7.7mm, 0.017 sec, ISO 145

My dining room slash bedroom slash office

My dining room slash bedroom slash office16-Sep-2007 16:00, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 2.8, 7.7mm, 0.017 sec, ISO 233

Living room empty but not carpet cleaned... yet

Living room empty but not carpet cleaned... yet16-Sep-2007 16:00, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 2.8, 7.7mm, 0.02 sec, ISO 141

Don't let Susan's expression fool you - she was LOVING this

Don't let Susan's expression fool you - she was LOVING this16-Sep-2007 16:01, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 2.8, 7.7mm, 0.017 sec

I'm totally a critical part of the process

I'm totally a critical part of the process16-Sep-2007 16:01, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 2.8, 7.7mm, 0.017 sec, ISO 141

Seriously

Seriously16-Sep-2007 16:01, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 2.8, 7.7mm, 0.017 sec, ISO 141

Here's me using the Rug Doctor

Here's me using the Rug Doctor16-Sep-2007 16:25, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 2.8, 7.7mm, 0.017 sec, ISO 141

I could totally be a sticker on the side of that damn thing

I could totally be a sticker on the side of that damn thing16-Sep-2007 16:25, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 2.8, 7.7mm, 0.017 sec, ISO 141

16-Sep-2007 16:27, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 2.8, 7.7mm, 0.017 sec, ISO 104

16-Sep-2007 16:27, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 2.8, 7.7mm, 0.017 sec

So my last night in town, my friends and I went to my ultimate favorite place to eat: Outback. I was sad to realize that this was it. As I’ve already written earlier, it is tough to leave such great friends. So what better way to make yourself feel better than to take lots of fun pictures!?

17 Sep 2007 – Last Night at the Outback

This rainstorm left a gateway rainbow behind - little did I know I'd catch up to the storm the next day

This rainstorm left a gateway rainbow behind - little did I know I'd catch up to the storm the next day17-Sep-2007 17:56, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 2.8, 7.7mm, 0.005 sec

17-Sep-2007 17:56, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 2.8, 7.7mm, 0.005 sec

17-Sep-2007 17:56, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 2.8, 7.7mm, 0.005 sec

Eric and KD

Eric and KD17-Sep-2007 19:44, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 2.8, 7.7mm, 0.017 sec, ISO 200

17-Sep-2007 19:44, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 2.8, 7.7mm, 1 sec, ISO 400

17-Sep-2007 19:45, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 2.8, 7.7mm, 0.125 sec, ISO 233

17-Sep-2007 19:45, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 2.8, 7.7mm, 1 sec, ISO 800

Last total group shot

Last total group shot17-Sep-2007 19:46, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 2.8, 7.7mm, 0.017 sec, ISO 200

Jeff just doesn't know what KD will say next

Jeff just doesn't know what KD will say next17-Sep-2007 19:51, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 3.5, 12.523mm, 0.017 sec, ISO 233

Same as Eric

Same as Eric17-Sep-2007 19:51, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 4.9, 23.1mm, 0.017 sec, ISO 233

KD17-Sep-2007 19:52, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 3.5, 10.487mm, 0.017 sec, ISO 233

Melissa returned!

Melissa returned!17-Sep-2007 19:52, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 3.5, 10.487mm, 0.017 sec, ISO 233

KD and Melissa

KD and Melissa17-Sep-2007 19:53, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 3.5, 10.487mm, 0.017 sec, ISO 233

Susan and her new hair length - I like it

Susan and her new hair length - I like it17-Sep-2007 19:54, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 4.5, 18.776mm, 0.017 sec, ISO 233

Me and my mentee, Melissa

Me and my mentee, Melissa17-Sep-2007 19:55, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 4.0, 15.599mm, 0.017 sec, ISO 233

And finally, here are some pics from my drive so far to Cleveland. I’m retarded though, and didn’t bring my camera when me and Jeremy hung out. So stupid. So all you get are scenery shots. Enjoy. (2014 Note: Â I’ve also put these in their own page in my Travelogue section)

18-20 Sep 2007 – Colorado Springs to Cleveland

18-Sep-2007 09:30, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 2.8, 7.7mm, 0.003 sec

18-Sep-2007 11:17, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 8.0, 7.7mm, 0.003 sec

18-Sep-2007 11:25, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 8.0, 7.7mm, 0.004 sec

18-Sep-2007 11:28, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 8.0, 7.7mm, 0.004 sec

What my view is while driving - dice, GPS, and abso-FUCKING-lutely nothing to see out the window

What my view is while driving - dice, GPS, and abso-FUCKING-lutely nothing to see out the window18-Sep-2007 11:28, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 8.0, 7.7mm, 0.003 sec

Welcome to Nebraska, let the boring scenery continue unabated.

Welcome to Nebraska, let the boring scenery continue unabated.18-Sep-2007 13:40, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 4.0, 15.599mm, 0.001 sec

18-Sep-2007 16:06, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 10.0, 12.523mm, 0.006 sec

I think this bridge showed up in About Schmidt

I think this bridge showed up in About Schmidt18-Sep-2007 16:07, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 4.9, 23.1mm, 0.002 sec

18-Sep-2007 16:07, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 4.9, 23.1mm, 0.002 sec

That storm that hit Colorado on Monday - I caught up to it on Tuesday

That storm that hit Colorado on Monday - I caught up to it on Tuesday18-Sep-2007 17:01, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 2.8, 7.7mm, 0.002 sec

And it was a doozy - it rained for the last 2 hours I was driving to Omaha

And it was a doozy - it rained for the last 2 hours I was driving to Omaha18-Sep-2007 17:08, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 2.8, 7.7mm, 0.017 sec

The next day, I was driving through Iowa's wondrous scenery

The next day, I was driving through Iowa's wondrous scenery19-Sep-2007 09:36, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 2.8, 7.7mm, 0.003 sec

19-Sep-2007 09:36, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 2.8, 7.7mm, 0.003 sec

The view didn't change much except I added a cup of hot chocolate to it

The view didn't change much except I added a cup of hot chocolate to it19-Sep-2007 09:36, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 2.8, 7.7mm, 0.005 sec

Wow, Iowa wasn't exactly stimulating scenery

Wow, Iowa wasn't exactly stimulating scenery19-Sep-2007 11:34, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 8.0, 7.7mm, 0.004 sec

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Yay, Iowa rest stops!

Yay, Iowa rest stops!19-Sep-2007 12:15, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 8.0, 7.7mm, 0.003 sec

Historic Amana; as good a rest stop as could be hoped for!

Historic Amana; as good a rest stop as could be hoped for!19-Sep-2007 12:16, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 8.0, 7.7mm, 0.003 sec

19-Sep-2007 12:18, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 2.8, 7.7mm, 0.002 sec

Iowa flag19-Sep-2007 12:19, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 4.0, 15.599mm, 0.002 sec

Catching my fat ass in the reflection - healthy snacks include Peanut Butter M&Ms and a Diet Pepsi

Catching my fat ass in the reflection - healthy snacks include Peanut Butter M&Ms and a Diet Pepsi19-Sep-2007 12:20, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 2.8, 7.7mm, 0.008 sec

19-Sep-2007 13:39, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 4.5, 18.776mm, 0.002 sec

19-Sep-2007 13:39, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 4.5, 18.776mm, 0.002 sec

19-Sep-2007 13:39, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 4.5, 18.776mm, 0.002 sec

Mississippi River approaches

Mississippi River approaches19-Sep-2007 13:40, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 4.5, 18.776mm, 0.002 sec

19-Sep-2007 13:40, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 4.5, 18.776mm, 0.002 sec

Approaching I-680's bridge over the Mississippi River

Approaching I-680's bridge over the Mississippi River19-Sep-2007 13:40, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 4.9, 23.1mm, 0.002 sec

The Mississippi River - crossing this meant I'm on the East Side

The Mississippi River - crossing this meant I'm on the East Side19-Sep-2007 13:40, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 2.8, 7.7mm, 0.003 sec

Bridge

Bridge19-Sep-2007 13:40, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 8.0, 7.7mm, 0.003 sec

19-Sep-2007 13:40, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 2.8, 7.7mm, 0.003 sec

Welcome to Illinois

Welcome to Illinois19-Sep-2007 13:41, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 4.9, 23.1mm, 0.003 sec

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Kinda cool abandoned barn picture taken while driving at 75mph

Kinda cool abandoned barn picture taken while driving at 75mph19-Sep-2007 14:53, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 8.0, 7.7mm, 0.006 sec

And then after Joliet's stop, I was on the road again - here's Indiana

And then after Joliet's stop, I was on the road again - here's Indiana20-Sep-2007 09:44, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 8.0, 7.7mm, 0.002 sec

And Ohio

And Ohio20-Sep-2007 12:35, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 3.5, 10.487mm, 0.002 sec

And a pic of a Magnum - was I stalking Jeff way the hell out here?

And a pic of a Magnum - was I stalking Jeff way the hell out here?20-Sep-2007 14:25, Canon Canon PowerShot SD900, 8.0, 7.7mm, 0.005 sec

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