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Duck, North Carolina beach house, seven families; very early mornings filled with sounds of air hockey, PacMan, Galaga and pool bouncing off tile floors; afternoons of kids like sugar cookies, covered in sand; evenings of fun and friendship and movies on the big screen. Picture perfect vacation.
Ray Harvey is a childhood friend of mine from Ouray (Colorado). He is the youngest of eight brothers and four sisters. By the time we got to high school, I had long since moved, but I still keep in touch with several of my Ouray friends. I remember his favorite book was “To Kill a Mockingbird;” English and government were his favorite subjects and basketball was his favorite sport; but it was running that put him on the map. He was (remains?) the best long distance Class A runner in the state of Colorado. If you’ve ever been to Ouray, then you understand his backyard where he did his training. I think he was Homecoming king, too.
[Canon Snappy; Ray Harvey, July 1986] This is the most recent photo I have of Ray, and it’s 21 years old, older than I was when I shot it (wow). I dug it out last night. It’s always great fun to look through a photographer’s albums, the early years, isn’t it? Gives me an idea that I should post more about where I came from as a photographer.
Ray has been helping me this week, he’s burnishing my new website. He emailed me a complete markup of text, pointing out singular/plural disagreement of pronouns (I always inadvertently overlook those) and splitting hairs over which preposition the word “interrupted” gets, and whether it’s even worth using it after the way the change makes it sound. I am fond of perfection and appreciate this kind of quality criticism in a friend. Fortunately for our friendship, I asked him only to edit the flash/html sections, not the blog. Whew!
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July 5, 2007 - 7:25 pm
I admit that I don’t know for sure who this “Ray” fellow is, but a part of me suspects that “Ray” is not his real name. Here’s what I think: at one time, twenty or so years ago (before “Charles in Charge”), Christine made friends with Scotty Baio. Or was it the Karate Kid? Either way, I’d be very curious to find out how he feels about this photograph. Thrilled? Perhaps. Flattered? Most definitely. Thunderstruck? Obviously. Embarrassed? More than sort of. Betrayed? Unquestionably.
Christine says above: “It’s always great fun to look through a photographer’s albums…” But for whom? I mean, why do I have this feeling that Scotty Baio here wouldn’t necessarily agree?
Still, I must say that you’re very, very kind to him, surely more so than he deserves. I do, however, want you to know, in all sincerity, Christine, if that son-of-a-bitch ever splits another hair with you again, I’ll string him up by his runner’s heels.
And that’s not a threat.
It’s a promise.
Love,
Guy
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Gooch - Too funny.
We need more Stud Groover beach photos up. Where’s Malita, Cocky, Ezy and Weeble?
christine - ah, I’m so glad you asked! there’s more — so much more. in fact, I feel guilty it’s so good; I’m considering a requirement that the Grooverettes submit at least one photo of herself with 80s hair. just to be fair. it’s that good.
Jennet Ward - It’s pretty unfair that I keep looking older , but Scott , and Gooch for that matter, still look like they are 21…. :
Wardo - Here are my choices for dinner, but I’ll eat anything on this menu.
Salad of Red and Yellow Tomatoes, Shaved Fennel, Parmesan
Corn and Lump Crab Chowder
Fillet of Beef with Shallot Risotto, Wild Mushrooms and Baby Spinach
Lobster Tournedos over Curried Lentils with Puree of Mango and Vanilla Bean
Chocolate Brownies with Coconut Ice Cream
Wardo - Christine, I will kill you next time I see you for putting that picture on the webpage!
Jennet Ward - Hi guys, I have all the condiments, cooking oil, salt and pepper, etc that we never opened from our trip there in June. So I’ll send along a list to you of what you don’t need to get at the store. The things we used a lot were toilet paper, paper towels, garbage bags, laundry and dish detergent. We were running the dishwasher at least two times a day, and the beach got our clothes pretty dirty. As far as the dinners, Scott and I don’t mind at all cooking one night. Just let us know. Since they make you empty the fridge, etc. Sunday morning, we usually eat all the leftover food on Saturday night. It’s amazing how much food is left in the fridge the day you leave that doesn’t get eaten and gets trashed. Also, since the check in isn’t until 4PM on Sunday, we usually don’t cook that night because we are too busy unpacking groceries and clothes. But maybe that’s because we have 3 little ones. Gooch and Mrs Gooch, million thanks for doing Christmas photos. Great idea!
Teressa - Jennet – I know we haven’t met yet, but you have a hottie for a husband. lol. Great posted pics Christine!
My adult dinner votes (thank you Wards for coordinating):
Tuna Tartare
Cesar Salad w/Jerk spiced shrimp
Filet of beef
Lobster Tournedos
Pineapple filled crepes
Warm Banana splits
christine - dead won’t be sounding too bad to a Groover on slide show night!
Teressa - Regarding the fancy dinner – I too will eat anything on the menu so whatever! Looks awesome.
I like the idea of adding wine to the staple list. Seems easier if everybody does think they’ll have some. But whatever works for the group is fine with me. Ian and I both prefer red….. french of any kinds, italian chianti’s, or pinot noirs. But again, whatever. If that’s too tough to get a concensus then maybe those that do want to drink wine can bring maybe 2-3 bottles of whatever they like to share?
I too like the idea of getting out of the house one night for dinner. Perhaps those two remaining dinner evenings the guys can cook one night, and the women the other.
Sheila Murray - Groovers and Groovettes,
With regard to the dinner, check Christine’s choices…we second that emotion. Dan has violent illness with Lamb/Mutton of any kind, so please no sheep. Also, no scallops please.
We’ll bring whatever products you think we need from Sam’s club (is anyone making a list?) and probably a case of wine…we’ll bring a variety of reds.
We can’t wait!!
Alison - Scott, Mark said he talked to you about this, but I’m sending it anyway. If it’s too late, go with his order. I am sure it will be fantastic whatever it ends up being!
Here are our votes for food:
Salad: Boston Bibb Lettuce, Roquefort and Toasted Walnuts, Fresh Mozzarella, Tomato and Basil Salad
Entree: Pommery Mustard Marinated and Grilled Chicken with Herbed Currituck New Potatoes and Spicy Sugar Snap Peas, Blackened Mahi Mahi with Mango Salsa and Coconut Jasmine Rice
Dessert: Strawberry Shortcake with Sweet Balsamic Drizzle
Mark and I may be the only ones that don’t drink wine so we have no preference there!
Great job with all the planning!!
Teressa - Great job Christine! Thanks for keeping us all organized and updated. Thank you.
- Teressa
Ian - Who’s in for golf? I’m bringing my clubs.
We might want to think about setting up tee times.
Anyone else bringing a tennis racket?
Gooch - Ezy,
Danny Boy, Wardo and Ely know about the golf and were told to bring clubs (and tennis rackets if they so choose). I haven’t googled courses around the outer banks but we probably have a few to choose from. 3 vs 3 scramble recommended with losers being humiliated by the winners in some juvenile way.
Sheila Murray - Hi guys! Thank you ladies for putting so much of your time into the planning of this vacation.
Sheila
Alison - Hey guys! Hopefully somebody else likes Star Wars and Captain Underpants. We will have our gameboys from the plane ride and bring some favorite movies. Will somebody be able to bring sand toys and outdoor stuff like frisbees, footballs etc.? I really hope to be outside with them most of the time which will be good for any nappers!! We’re getting excited!!
Sheila Murray - Alison, I hear you. My boys love to play in the pool and ocean. So, I know that I will be spending a lot of time outdoors with them. We will pack up some beach toys. (shovels, balls, frisbees)
Sheila
Meg heithcock - hi.. okay, we are just now checking this website less than a week from when we all are to meet, we just learned where we are going and how long the drive is, 13 hours… shew! Checking into flights months ago would have been the better way to go. We’ll be sick of singing “99 bottles of beer on the wall”
Alas, we look forward to seeing everyone.
-meg
Sheila Murray - Well Meg, it took me a while to figure out that we have over 1000 miles to drive. For some reason I thought it was a short trip. Darn, I feel like a fool. Funny thing is, Dan knew all along. We are on vacation right now in Sacramento. We depart tomorrow for Florida. See everyone very soon.
Sheila
Alison - I am bringing flashlights for my kids – thought others may want to bring some along too! Leah is also big into making beaded necklaces so we will bring some stuff along for all the girls to make some if they want. We are all excited – kids especially because they get to miss school!: grin:
Christine - wow, what a week! such a great time. there was a LOT of stuff that wasn’t necessarily noticed or publicly recognized that made such a venture possible. thank you so much to those who saw a need and just did. and a special thanks to the families who finished cleaning up and checking out this morning.
Godspeed, my friends…
Gooch - I’m TDY to Knoxville, TN and it’s Monday night. I just logged on to see the newly posted photos – wow! Christine, I think that you outdid yourself this time. I know you probably think that you could have done better (only b/c you are your biggest critic), but I am impressed with the variety, clarity and professional look to all of the photos. Very nice. Love you. Carlos
Sheila Murray - Wow!!! Christine, I’m so impressed with the pictures. I’d seen some, but not all, and you did a fantastic job! It is obvious that you have been doing this for awhile. Very, very nice. Thank you for taking time out of your vacation to take pictures of my boys and our family. We are extremely happy with the outcome.
Love always, Sheila