As of tomorrow, August 30th, I, along with approximately 2500 other Sterling Commerce employees, officially become an IBMer. Certainly good in the long term for the company, and probably good from a personal perspective. More opportunities for growth and hopefully travel.
Speaking of travel, as I peruse the web, I see that this year's Oktoberfest is only 19 days away. That makes me wonder, which weekend will we go next year, and will there be a pre-trip?
I know, it's early, but you know us Oktoberfestians, never too early to talk about it. I suggest we do the 2nd weekend, which seems to have become "the usual". That would mean arrival on 23 September, with departure on 27 September.
As for a pre-trip, I say Yavohl ! Back to Amsterdam? Maybe finally do Berlin? There's always Paris.
Just some weekend ramblings.
Sunday, August 29, 2010
Thursday, August 26, 2010
Friday, June 04, 2010
Another Reason we should have gone this year!
First the 200 Year Anniversary, now the Euro is below $1.20. That means a Mass of beer is about 10 bucks! Wow. Even though they raised prices this year.
Euro Falls to Below $1.20
Euro Falls to Below $1.20
Wednesday, June 02, 2010
This Year - Biggest Oktoberfest ever!
Almost wish we were going, especially with the horse races. However, can you even imagine what this year's crowds will be like? Yuck !
City officials announced, that this year's Oktoberfest will not go from September 18th to October 3rd, as originally planned, but will be extended on both ends!
On September 17th, a historic reconstruction of the festival in former centuries will be opened, featuring an old Oktoberfest-tent and an exhibition of domestic and working animals of those times. One of the many highlights will be the horse-races, which are planned to be held twice a day, to remember the origins of the Oktoberfest – a horse race to celebrate a royal wedding in Munich.
On September 17th, a historic reconstruction of the festival in former centuries will be opened, featuring an old Oktoberfest-tent and an exhibition of domestic and working animals of those times. One of the many highlights will be the horse-races, which are planned to be held twice a day, to remember the origins of the Oktoberfest – a horse race to celebrate a royal wedding in Munich.
The official tapping of the first beer barrel will be celebrated on Saturday 18th at noon, as planned. To celebrate the 200th anniversary, the Oktoberfest does however not end on Sunday, October 3rd, as planned, but will be extended until Monday, October 4th. This extra day will be special in many ways, for example the beer tents don’t hand out reservations for most of their seats, so that it will be easier to get a place at a table for locals and guests, who didn’t announce their presence beforehand.
Tuesday, June 01, 2010
Illinois with an S!
Keith I noticed you were in Lincoln Illinois. Did you have a horseshoe for lunch? See you, lets play golf one of these days
Saturday, May 01, 2010
Made it to ...
Lincoln, IL.
All in all, a wnderful day. About 9 hours to drive 150 miles. Now some time to relax, have dinner, the post some photos.
......
Keith..
Sent from My BlackBerry (excuzz any spelling missteaks)
Thursday, April 01, 2010
EU approves Sale Of ‘Fucking Hell’ Beer
Fucking a village in Austria
The main tourist attraction of the Austrian village of Fucking, some 35 kilometres northwest of Salzburg, is its sign. It is pronounced "Fooking" in German. Now the village, with a population of just around 90, gets a beer named after it, even though it doesn't have a brewery.
A place to visit in 2011?
Wednesday, March 10, 2010
Wednesday, March 03, 2010
We may need to re-visit
Interesting happenings at Closter Ettal, site of the Barf Olympics (we all remember that one, correct?)
Click Here to see the article.
Click Here to see the article.
Friday, February 12, 2010
Happy Birthday Keith!!!
You may be getting too old for this Interwebs stuff, but surely you are tipping a few frosty cold adult beverages we have heard so much about?
Hope it it a good one...
Hope it it a good one...
Wednesday, January 06, 2010
I know it's early, but....
I'm sitting here with my mind wandering, thinking of the sweet nectar. Then I thought, oops, this is Wednesday, so the sweet nectar will be Bad Juans at Elsa's tonight; but I digress.
I was wondering about our theme for the 2011 trip. I know, don't I have anything better to do? But, no, not when it comes to Oktoberfest. Anyway, Einfahrt and I were discussing this topic recently, and think we came up with a good theme. It doesn't look back, implies looking forward, and most importantly builds on the tradition of this excursion and venue.
Our idea recognizes our history and expertise with these sojourns, and also emphasizes how we want to continue, even when we might not be able to partake ourselves. The theme for 2011 would encompass all that has been learned, while cementing our place in history.
The theme:
This trip would require each Oktoberfestian to bring along at least one offspring (son or daughter), for part or all of the trip. While this has occurred haphazardly in the past with both Papa Lynch & Einfahrt, Einfahrt & Little John, and who could forget Joe & Patric, we have not had an organized acknowledgment of the responsibilities of The Next Generation Oktoberfestians.
This allows us to show our offspring what they have been missing, further educate them on the fine things in life, and set a goal to which they should aspire to. Now I know that for some of us it will be difficult to choose the next standard bearer, and might become expensive if multiple offspring come along. But the overall "touchy feeliness" of the moment will be unique and savored for eternity.
I was wondering about our theme for the 2011 trip. I know, don't I have anything better to do? But, no, not when it comes to Oktoberfest. Anyway, Einfahrt and I were discussing this topic recently, and think we came up with a good theme. It doesn't look back, implies looking forward, and most importantly builds on the tradition of this excursion and venue.
Our idea recognizes our history and expertise with these sojourns, and also emphasizes how we want to continue, even when we might not be able to partake ourselves. The theme for 2011 would encompass all that has been learned, while cementing our place in history.
The theme:
This trip would require each Oktoberfestian to bring along at least one offspring (son or daughter), for part or all of the trip. While this has occurred haphazardly in the past with both Papa Lynch & Einfahrt, Einfahrt & Little John, and who could forget Joe & Patric, we have not had an organized acknowledgment of the responsibilities of The Next Generation Oktoberfestians.
This allows us to show our offspring what they have been missing, further educate them on the fine things in life, and set a goal to which they should aspire to. Now I know that for some of us it will be difficult to choose the next standard bearer, and might become expensive if multiple offspring come along. But the overall "touchy feeliness" of the moment will be unique and savored for eternity.
Friday, January 01, 2010
New Year's Day Beer Call
Not being one given to superlatives, or to exaggeration, this may be the finest beer I've had this year! Actually, maybe the finest I've had in several years. If you find it, buy it, try it. This was a gift, so I've no idea where to find it, or how much it costs. Truly great beer!
Happy New Year!
Happy New Year!
Friday, November 27, 2009
Monday, November 02, 2009
Monday, September 28, 2009
Saturday, September 26, 2009
Day 1
We all survived. The biggest damage was to our livers.
Pics to come at some point.
......
Keith..
Sent from My BlackBerry (excuzz any spelling missteaks)
Wednesday, September 23, 2009
Check your emails me hearties!
Aye, you scurvy dogs. Comin to munich, eh??? Well, avast ye to your email and get me mobile number for use in the continent... Barleyman
Monday, September 21, 2009
S U R P R I S E - Scheduled Arrival Change.
Sorry Barleyman, Sorry PaulanerGirl.
This year we will be the first in Munich. Our arrival now is scheduled Thursday afternoon. How about Breakfast at ViktualienMarkt Friday Morning 9.30 a.m.
Cheers and have fun in Paris. B&S
This year we will be the first in Munich. Our arrival now is scheduled Thursday afternoon. How about Breakfast at ViktualienMarkt Friday Morning 9.30 a.m.
Cheers and have fun in Paris. B&S
New Bier Hall to Visit
In a recent email exchange with Herr Hawthorne, our Munchen Bier Obermeister, he has suggested a new locale that will appear in the next edition of The Beer Drinker's Guide to Munich. The place is Gasthaus Alte Messe, located just off the Wiesn. Check out their website here (Alte Messe), and here is where it is located....
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