Rodeo pictures
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gurdymonkeyIf you ever wondered whether beef can learn, go to a rodeo.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/70104978@N00/sets/72157627521783821/
Didn't take all that many this year, knowing the dimensions of that arena and the limitations of my camera. Did try a few in B&W for grins and giggles, but was mostly engaged in hanging out with friends and enjoying the day.
Speaking of which, this was the annual IGRA do, which meant the boys behind the bar in the Budweiser tent somehow lost their shirts very early on, one event involved putting underpants on goats and the mix on the PA system ranged from country to the Village People. Weather was hot and sunny, forcing one of our party to duck beneath the bleachers frequently to cop some shade.
Originally, the entire event was supposed to have been moved to Treasure Island, but due to some last minute logistical foo, the actual rodeo was down in La Honda, while the evening parties were on TI, with much shuttling of participants involved. The Winery made a nice venue for the dance though - million dollar view of SF outside, big dance floor which was more or less filled most of the evening. A bit echoey, but the speakers were all aimed at the dance floor and that worked decently for that part of the room. (BTW, I am pleasantly stunned with how well this photo came out!)
I am made of two-step fail. Kevin and I tried it not once but twice and just could not seem to get our two-step on last night. I blame the near-toxic-strength vodka and tonic the bartender poured me, even if I didn't finish it. We did get to waltz a bit though and that was sublime. We're about the same height (no craning!), he knows how to lead ("my job is to make you look beautiful"), and if it felt like flying, only a little of the wine was to blame. (The same may not be said of the fact I ended up baying "Blue Bayou" with Kevin and Espana at the bar....)
Did a little sewing today and a little shopping - decided I needed a new pair of PJs before I fly to Baltimore. My faves are looking a bit tatty. Headed back to the Winery on TI in a couple hours for the rodeo awards dinner as I'd chipped in with the rest of the gang to help sponsor a prize buckle and have a free pass.
Who knows? Maybe I'll get to waltz one more time.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/70104978@N00/sets/72157627521783821/
Didn't take all that many this year, knowing the dimensions of that arena and the limitations of my camera. Did try a few in B&W for grins and giggles, but was mostly engaged in hanging out with friends and enjoying the day.
Speaking of which, this was the annual IGRA do, which meant the boys behind the bar in the Budweiser tent somehow lost their shirts very early on, one event involved putting underpants on goats and the mix on the PA system ranged from country to the Village People. Weather was hot and sunny, forcing one of our party to duck beneath the bleachers frequently to cop some shade.
Originally, the entire event was supposed to have been moved to Treasure Island, but due to some last minute logistical foo, the actual rodeo was down in La Honda, while the evening parties were on TI, with much shuttling of participants involved. The Winery made a nice venue for the dance though - million dollar view of SF outside, big dance floor which was more or less filled most of the evening. A bit echoey, but the speakers were all aimed at the dance floor and that worked decently for that part of the room. (BTW, I am pleasantly stunned with how well this photo came out!)
I am made of two-step fail. Kevin and I tried it not once but twice and just could not seem to get our two-step on last night. I blame the near-toxic-strength vodka and tonic the bartender poured me, even if I didn't finish it. We did get to waltz a bit though and that was sublime. We're about the same height (no craning!), he knows how to lead ("my job is to make you look beautiful"), and if it felt like flying, only a little of the wine was to blame. (The same may not be said of the fact I ended up baying "Blue Bayou" with Kevin and Espana at the bar....)
Did a little sewing today and a little shopping - decided I needed a new pair of PJs before I fly to Baltimore. My faves are looking a bit tatty. Headed back to the Winery on TI in a couple hours for the rodeo awards dinner as I'd chipped in with the rest of the gang to help sponsor a prize buckle and have a free pass.
Who knows? Maybe I'll get to waltz one more time.
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Date: 2011-09-12 06:09 am (UTC)no subject
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Date: 2011-09-12 10:37 am (UTC)My parents loved rodeos. Most of the time--at least in the 70s--kids got in free. And wow, the Dallas/Ft. Worth area has a lot of them!
Le sigh. If I ever go to another rodeo, it will be too soon.
Glad you enjoyed yourself, though. Sounds like you had a good time.
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