2008 .. Off to a grand start!

Off to a grand start! Again, I can’t believe that 2007 is behind us and we’re actually living 08… another year, another bday (scary!). Speaking of 07, I wanted to share some pics from the XL New Year Party at the beach from last year. It was Estuardo’s last day at La Licorera after 3 years of working there, as he’s decided to start working at his family’s company. Anyway, the XL Party was his last official day there… he was nice enough to get us a bunch of invites, with the usual suspects showing up (special music guest was Kumbia All Starz).

Matt, Danielle, Pamela, Carlos, and Bob... XL rocks!

So much rum was had... group shot!

As usual, we’ve been hitting the Antigua scene quite a bit… Since Estuardo doesn’t start his new job until February, he’s had a bit of more free time to wander.

At Monoloco: Fernando, Pamela, Derek, Charlie, Carlos, Marianna, Estuardo.

At Studio 35 later on that night: Pame, Lourdes, Bob, Carlos

At Studio 35: Britt and Carlos... (things are better together... 3 months already!)

Last Saturday we planned a little day trip to Florencia … It’s a cool place where you can go bbq and has open areas, soccer fields, and plenty of green. We had some bbq chicken, hot dogs, pineapple, plenty of drinks, played catch, and the day culminated with a game of Ultimate Frisbee. This is only the second time I’ve played it, but it sure is a lot of fun and a great exercise (sorta like football / soccer, but with a Frisbee). Afterwards, we went to Monoloco to watch the Patriots with yet another game, this time beating Jacksonville if in the playoffs… SD Superchargers are up next!!!

Finally, wanted to share that I might be moving to Antigua soon… I’ve been thinking about moving into my own place for awhile, and I think this year is the year I do that. I’ve always thought that Antigua would be a cool place to live, but before I buy anything, I wanna make sure I actually like living there (different than just visiting on the weekends). So I’m planning on renting there for 6 months or so, and then either buy something there or maybe come back to the city…. Will keep you posted.

Later,
CRCP

P.S. - Congrats to Juanfer Gonzalez and Julie on getting engaged! Another wedding this year!
P.S. II - Another Late Show Top Ten…

Late Show’s Top Ten Signs Your Presidential Campaign is in Trouble
10. When asked what you'd do about Iraq, you say, "Do I Rock?"
9. You're often described as "John Kerry without Charisma"
8. Many of your supporters have been hospitalized because you ordered your campaign buttons from China
7. You've been running negative ads about yourself
6. Only Endorsement you've received was from "Burrito Afficionado" magazine
5. When reporting caucus results, media refers to you as "Other"
4. "Meet the Press" appearance turns ugly when you put Tim Russert in a headlock
3. Budget director blew most of your campaign funds betting on the Knicks
2. You've primarily been campaigning in Canada
1. You often ask, "What would George W. Bush do?"