Thursday, January 27, 2011

Spotlight by Roger: "RUSSELL & RANDY"


Although they’re both single and available, it seems only natural to write about them as a couple........but they’re not gay!! Their “relationship” has outlasted all of their marriages....combined and they still like each other. They both like to ride Harley’s and their favorite drink is Absolute vodka on the rocks (word to the wise here..DO NOT try to keep up with either one of them in the drinking department...you'll be very, very sorry). They are both retired and Russell lives in North Hollywood and Randy lives in Burbank. They get together at least once a week to eat Thai food, drink and perhaps watch the fights on T.V. Now, about this gay thing. Although the jury is still out, the latest claim is “metrosexual”. However, as noted on the T.V. show "Two and a Half Men", a metrosexual was defined by Charlie as a gay man who is not getting laid.....so the jury is still out.

Russell will be Roger’s Best Man and it will be a familiar role since Russell considers Laguna Beach his beach house and Diana considers Russell as her second husband. As noted above, both Randy and Russell enjoy drinking and having fun. So, given the fact that this resort provides “free” booze, don’t hang with these two unless you’re prepared for a lot of laughs and, of course, lots of drinks!

Wednesday, January 26, 2011

NEW FACES ... joining us!

Although our payment deadline was in December and you all might have thought we would have had finalized our group by now, the update is not quite so. We are pleased to announce that two new faces have joined our group, our friends Naomi & Joan will be joining us from Hawaii. I know, what an honor, three friends from Hawaii - yes our friend Marty is also from Hawaii. Glad you are all with us. So our current total is a grand group of 28!

Within the next week or two we will be sending you an email roster with a list of everyone's contact so you can be in touch if you like. Counting the days....

Mucho Gracias for joining us!
Diana and Roger


Monday, January 24, 2011

SPOTLIGHT SERIES by Roger


Allow me to take this opportunity to once again introduce my one & only hubby and the writer of our upcoming blog post series "SPOTLIGHT", by Roger ! In these upcoming future blog articles, Roger has graciously offered to contribute his creative writing abilities and fun sense of humor to introduce our guests who will be joining our 20th Anniversary Renewal.

So as Roger often says ... get comfortable, grab your favorite drink and return often to see if it's you're turn to be "Spotlighted". Our kick off series start with Karen and Buzz Vaughn as they have not missed any of our group social gathering or trips. What loyalty, huh? So please revisit us here as it could very well be YOU next....




Spotlight: "KAREN & BUZZ"


Diana knew Karen at the City of Irvine long before Roger started “working” there (this working thing is a very grey area). Anyway, Roger worked with Karen in Purchasing and although Buzz was a vendor he soon became part of the family when he and Karen were married on Valentine’s Day many years ago. Things have not been the same since! They’re currently retired in Irvine and Buzz and Roger play cribbage every Thursday at Knowlwoods with a couple of other “seniors”.

Karen will be Diana’s Matron of Honor and Buzz will be one of two Groomsmen supporting Roger (figuratively speaking, of course). These two have not missed any of Roger and Diana’s events and they will be happy to share many funny stories about either one of them......especially Roger. They both love good food and their favorite drinks are very cold Grey Goose martini’s. So, belly up to the bar and let the laughs begin.

Saturday, January 22, 2011

YOU CAN HAVE YOUR SAY TOO!


With high tech opportunities.... seriously, I am easily amused. Here's your chance to have your say! Be a writer and offer your creative side the opportunity to submit an article for our blog or perhaps type a few words and simply comment on one of the posted blog articles.

In our past group travel blogs, we've had guest contributors such as Karen, Laura & Alex (who by the way will be joining us on this trip). I'm sure if you asked them they would say its as easy as writing an email.

If you recall we are not looking for professional writers or topics for that matter. We want this blog to be fun, enjoyable, informative and hopefully interactive. Oh I better say appropriately rated as well! I can give you Roger's email for XXX rated materials if you like. So, if you're interested here's some options as to what to do:

COMMENT ON A BLOG ARTICLE
Under each blog article is a white box. Double Click the Comment and it will open a “Post a Comment” box that you can make your comments, remarks on the article. After you write your comments you can either click “Preview” to see what you wrote or “Post Comment” will publish your comment.

WRITE AN ARTICLE:
Type up your article and send it on an email or on a word document and I'll cut and paste it for posting. See I said it would be easy! Also attach a jpeg photo if you have one that is appropriate
to the subject. If you don't have one. I may be able to assist or forget' bout it!

Hope to hear from you soon!

Photo provided by: Flickr.pijus

Tuesday, January 18, 2011

PASSPORT or Forgetta 'bout it!


So if you haven't gotten your passport...GET IT DONE! And if you do have one be sure you double check your expiration date. You should have at least a 6 month expiration date window . If not get it renewed. For specific contact and details check the US Passport website for your specific requirement.

Also, Alex usually likes a copy of your current passport which she keeps in her file. Just in case you run into some issues. Roger and I have one already with her and some of you might as well. If your passport information has changed be sure she has a current copy. You can email her directly if you have other specific questions.

This is an IMPORTANT must do! So don't delay!

Photo provided by Flickr: nathan.borror

Sunday, January 16, 2011

We're Back & Getting Excited...


Hope you all had a wonderful Holiday Season and an even more Happy New Year start. Roger and I had a fabulous time with family & friends in the cold and wet wintery season of Sonoma Valley in Northern California. However, quite honestly we are counting down to the warmer days and sunshine of the Riviera Maya of Mexico.

So check back often at our anniversary blog as we begin our countdown to Mexico, mi amigos! March is truly around the corner. Can't wait to see you! .... Diana & Roger

Photo by Flickr.CameronParkins