Moon Lights The Sky

No flash needed for the bright moon. This picture taken by my wife from last night (August 30, 2023).

Mariners Come From Behind To Notch 21st Victory In August.

 

The Seattle Mariners set a one month  victory record at 21 by defeating the Oakland A's 5-4. With a bye tommorrow (Thursday,August 31st), the Mariners finish this month at an incredible 21-6.

Goldberg Brothers Turn Up In Orange County Register

 Not too long after Cousin Lee Goldberg got international attention for flushing home invaders out of his yard, him and his brother Tod (also my cousin) are in the news again in an Orange County Register feature article about their crime writing. Both have books being released next month (September 2023).    The Goldberg brothers, along with their late mother, Jan and sisters Karen and Linda, helped inspire this blog, which has kept on rolling even after they have all gone on to bigger things. 

You can find the article, which is free at least the first time by clicking here.

I Can't Fight This Feeling--REO Speedwagon at Muckleshoot Casino August ...

I would like to share another number from last week's (Wednesday, August 23rd, 2023) REO Speedwagon concert.

It Don’t Come Easy - Ringo Starr & His All Starr Band Live at The Benaro...

I stumbled across this video  on You Tube. At 82 years young, Ringo Starr.

Bye, Bye Bob Barker

 Legendary TV game show host Bob Barker died today, (August 26,2023) .He was 99.  Barker had hosted The Price Is Right from 1972-2007.  He also hosted the show, Truth or Consequences for 18 seasons.    He had also hosted Rose Bowl parades and Miss USA and Miss Universe pageants.

Barker was born in Darrington, Washington  

He was well known as an animal rights activist.  

Mariners Make To Top Of Division

 The Seattle Mariners have done what most baseball experts have said that they could do they are sharing the top spot in the division.  The Mariners and division rival Texas Rangers both 72-56, one game ahead of the Houston Astros.  

Of course, there is much more baseball to be played but the chances of the Mariners getting a second straight spot in the post season are becoming more real.  

Ridin' the Storm Out. REO Speedwagon

REO Speedwagon, fronted by lead singer Kevin Cronin, brought a loud high energy hit machine to the Muckleshoot Casino events center. This is one of the band's first hits, Ridin' The Storm Out.

Keep on Lovin You--REO Speedwagon Muckleshoot Casino August 2023

Deb and I had a great time seeing REO Speedwagon in concert at the Muckleshoot Casino in Aubun

Issaquah Rocks With Night Wave

The Seattle band Night Wave rocked the Issaquah Community Center tonight (Tuesday, August 22nd, 2023), playing its version of 80s hits.

Dinner With Brother Danny

My brother, Danny and his wife, Amy took me out for dinner at The Grill On The Alley in Beverly Hills.

On the way from Burbank to the restaurant, we drove over the canyon witnessing some of the most spectacular Hollywood scenery and homes.

Here is a shot of Downtown Beverly Hills.

Historic Tropical Storm Hilary Hits Southern California--Barers Of Maple Valley Was There

 

Although the Celebration of Life was cancelled.  I visited my friends at the house in LA.  

The giant tent was helpful, but the backyard was turning into a river.  

That's when the first civil defense warning came over the phone. 

Drivers were told to stay off the road, so I called right away for a Lyft driver to take me to the airport.

I'm happy now that I didn't rent a car.

Soggy California Shaken

The Burbank Airport was crazy today as passengers who were able to make to airport amid torrential rains from Tropical Storm Hilary were wondering if their planes would make it out 

Then, we were alerted about an earthquake over our phones.

Luckily, my plane was able to take off, although an hour or so late.

Honoring Aaron "Andy" Epstein

 I will be flying to LA today (Saturday, August 19, 2023) for the Celebration of Life for Andy Epstein, a college buddy of my dad's whose friendship has extended through the generations.  

The celebration is planned for tomorrow morning (Sunday, August 20th, 2023), although there have been hurricane warnings and tropical storm warnings threatening the event. 

Andy was described this way from his family "Let's celebrate the life of a great man - a Prince of Hollywood, a fighter for justice - Aaron Merle Epstein! "

AMÉRICA....CALIFORNIA DREAMIN

The band, America does a great rendition of California Dreamin', the Mamas and the Papas classic.

Missing My Sister

 

Debbie Barer, who later was known as Terry Barer, passed away in 2015.  She would have turned 64 today (August 17th, 2023).  She is seen in this picture on the right in the front row. 

Can you be a Progressive and a Zionist?

I like the "Unpacked" (the name of the poster) videos on You Tube because the topics that are presented are generally very open ended and informative.

They usually, present two or more sides of a given argument.  This video deals with antisemitism from section of society not known as hate groups, at least generally speaking.

One Love. Musical Youth--Lost 80s Concert 7

This song kicked off the Lost 80s concert at Redmond's Marymoor Park last Thursday (August 10th, 2023).

Felix Inducted Into Mariner Hall Of Fame

 Congratulations to Felix Hernandez on his induction to the Mariner Hall of Fame.  I watched the ceremony on TV last Saturday (August 12th, 2023)  and it was indeed, a special event. 

Felix leads the Mariners all-time lists in strikeouts and wins, as well as innings pitched.  He is the 11th Mariner to be inducted into the club's hall of fame.

Musical Youth--Pass The Dutchie Lost 80s Concert 6

 

This is one of the first songs I remember playing when I worked at KYYX, so it's fitting that the first act, Music Youth played it.  

Lost 80s Concert, Marymoor Park in Redmond, August 10, 20023. 

Friday Entertainment In Bellevue

We went to Bake's Place and Bistro in Bellevue with Marjie and Rick, Friday (August 11th, 2023) to see thefunk-rock band BrohamM. 

The band, which includes three brothers named Hammond, really rocked the place.  We had previously seen the band at a house party in North Bend

Author thwarts home invasion in Calabasas

I'm happy to see that my cousin, Lee Goldberg, along with his wife and daughter, are alright after an attempted break-in at their home last week (Thursday ,August  10th, 2023). 

KTLA TV had a report.  Lee apparently, got alerted of motion in his backyard, then turned on the lights and called 911.  Fortunately, that was enough to scare off the would-be intruders.

Lost 80s Concert 5

Naked Eyes did a famous cover of Burt Bacharach's Always Something There To Remind Me. The band  also did Promises Promises.

Lost 80s Concert 4--Mike Meets Stacy Q

With Stacy Q at the Lost 80s concert..  Stacy had the hit Two Of Hearts in 1986.

Obsession--Animotion Lost 80s Concert Redmond 3

Everyone heard this song in the 1980s.  From last night's (Thursday, August 10th, 2023), performance in Marymoor, Animotion.

Let The Music Play--Shannon Lost 80s Concert 2

Although I had not heard of Shannon, I was familiar with this song.  

She was an electrifying presence on stage. 

Lost 80s Concert At Marymoor Park

Deb and I joined friends for the Lost 80s concert at Marymoor Park in Redmond.  It featured several artists from the 1980s, Many whose music was better known than they were.

The lady above, who goes simply by Shannon, had the hit "Let The Music Play."

After her performance, she posed with fans at the merch booth. 

Julio Rodríguez Robs Fernando Tatis Jr. Home Run, Fools Everyone

From last Tuesday's game, an unforgettable catch by Julio Rodriguez.  

At Least 36 People Killed In Hawaii

 We hold the people of Maui and Hawaii as wildfires are virtually destroying the town of Lahaina, where Deb and I honeymooned in 1995.

At this time, 36 people are reported to have lost their life and property damage is reported to be in the billions of dollars. 

Logan Gilbert On The Hill

. Enjoying the Mariner game last night (Tueday August 8th).  We are starting a series with the San Diego Padres Revising this post, the Mariners beat the Padres 2-0 after an amazing outing by Logan Gilbert. 

Training Camp 2

I got this shot of the Seahawks rookie wide receiver Jackson Smith-Njigba.

Seahawks Training Camp

My friends and I spent an afternoon watching the Seahawks practice at their Renton headquarters.

Seahawks Dance Team

At the Seahawks pro shop.  We watched the team's training camp today.

Our Graduate

Oliver poses as he has completed his puppy training class. Oliver had been taking the Star Puppy Class at the Seattle Agility Center in Maple Valley.

Giant Heroes

Growing up, there was no Seattle MLB team until the late 1970s. (except for the one season of the Seattle Pilots) I rooted for the closest team, the San Francisco Giants.  They also had 2 great stars in Willie Mays and Willie McCovey 

I just received this card this past week

Washington And Oregon Leaving Pac 12

 The Seattle Times reports that the Washington Huskies and Oregon Ducks are leaving what is currently the Pac 12 conference to join UCLA and USC as members of the Big Ten Conference.  Last week, the Colorado Buffaloes agreed to return to the Big 12.

The news is a stunning blow to the athletic programs of the WSU Cougars and Oregon State Beavers, and probably a death blow to to the 107 year old Pacific Conference. 

Oliver Celebrates 6 Months

Yes, Oliver is now 6 months and huge.

Let It Be. Rain at Chateau Ste Michelle

One more song from last Saturday's concert (July 29th, 2023).  Beatles tribute band Rain.

J.P. CRAWFORD ENDS THE GAME WITH INSANE CATCH!!!

I was watching and hoping the Mariners would get the series with the Red Sox off to a good start.  I thought for sure that this would be a base hit, but Mariner Shortstop JP Crawford pulled it down to end the ballgame. 

Mariners Deal Sewald

 In a trade that, at least in the short run, won't play well with the fans, the Seattle Mariners have traded closer Paul Sewald to the Arizona Diamondbacks.

In return, the Mariners will get Dominic Canzone, Josh Rojas, and prospect Ryan Bliss. 

Sewald has 21 saves this season with an ERA of 2.93.