Thursday, October 30, 2008

whentheywon


whentheywon, originally uploaded by ujima.

THEY DID IT! THE PHILLIES WON THE WORLD SERES!!

We had a great crowd and great fun @ the clubhouse.

we're#1


we're#1_1, originally uploaded by ujima.

peeinhead


peeinhead, originally uploaded by ujima.

mmt&goodie


mmt&goodie, originally uploaded by ujima.

mm&t


mm&t, originally uploaded by ujima.

guys


guys, originally uploaded by ujima.

Goodie & Penny (who is wearing a NY hat :>p......).

goodiekeepsthebeat


goodiekeepsthebeat, originally uploaded by ujima.

He beat on the tin pail to lead the clapping excitement.

devilwearspeehat


devilwearspeehat, originally uploaded by ujima.

He's from Pittsburgh butmanned up and wore a Phillies cap. Good guy.

birthdaygirltam


birthdaygirltam, originally uploaded by ujima.

t was the Tamster's birthday. She was sure the Phillies won as a present for her!

Wednesday, October 29, 2008

philspumpkin


philspumpkin, originally uploaded by ujima.

Volunteered at the local Obama headquarters and then went to hair salon. Going out to watch Barack's speech and then the PHILLIES' series win. GO PHILS!!!

(Cheerio carved this pumpkin without a pattern!! There's an EAGLES logo on the reverse side.)

Tuesday, October 28, 2008

Too cold for the old


Too cold for the old, originally uploaded by ujima.

Endless heavy rains and winds today;even some snow flurries around noon. The Phillies game, which was called because of the weather yesterday will not be finished again today because of the weather.

Barack held a rally in the freezing rain before 9000 enthusiasts in Chester,PA today. McClain canceled his outdoor rally in Quakertown,PA. Too cold for the old.

obamadeck


obamadeck, originally uploaded by ujima.

A friend brought me this deck from a trip to Chicago. They sell them here @ Borders.

obamaplayingcards


obamaplayingcards, originally uploaded by ujima.

pictured in the deck are senators, governors, even Oprah

obamaphilliespin


obamaphilliespin, originally uploaded by ujima.

bought in town for $1

Monday, October 27, 2008

clothespiles10.27


clothespiles10.27, originally uploaded by ujima.

The more I work, the less I accomplish. When the day comes to leave, I'll fly away to Budapest and worry about this mess after I get back and rested.

Going out tonight to watch the Phillies wrap up the World Series win! GO PHILS!!

greenparty08


greenparty08, originally uploaded by ujima.

Do you ever see her & her running mate on TV or in the newspapers? Is *anyone* reporting this story? any blog you know of?

Sunday, October 26, 2008

2championships


2championships, originally uploaded by ujima.

Great time @ Sudoku event @ Convention Center even if I did have to get up @ the crack of dawn (8:45) for me. Met and talked to the Godfather of Sudoku, Maki Kaji. I dropped my camera (again) the other day so I had to take photos with a disposible. Pictures later.
No, I didn't win, but our PHILLIES did!!!! Out until 2 a.m. watching the game.

sudoku2


sudoku2, originally uploaded by ujima.

There were 728 contestants, down from 857 last year. The people were from ages 7 to 88 and came from 28 states, Canada and Europe.

Friday, October 24, 2008

Phanatic & me


Phanatic & me, originally uploaded by ujima.

When I saw the Phanatic @ the rally on Wednesday, I remembered that I used to date him:) Luckily, I found a picture.

Spent the day trying to organize clothes, papers for the trip. Went to the library to help a guy with an email problem.

It's very chilly today. Gotta get the fall/winter clothes sorted and cleaned.

Called my BIL cause it's his birthday (76). He LOVED the Obama/Phillies tee I sent him.

Thursday, October 23, 2008

Phillies Phever


Phillies Phever, originally uploaded by ujima.

Sis & I went to the rally @ City hall @ noon on Wednesday. Everybody's got the phever. A very large, orderly, LOUD crowd. A sea of red.

Whiz Kidz Band


Whiz Kidz Band, originally uploaded by ujima.

They played "When You're Smiling" & Take Me Out to the Ballgame. Repeatedly. We were lucky to be on the first row. But my ears are still ringing today because of being so close to the speakers.

Mayor & ball girls


Mayor & ball girls, originally uploaded by ujima.

Mayor Nutter is a big phan of everything Philadelphia. He announced a raffle for tickets to the game. You had to email Victorino's favorite food ingredient....SPAM!! Maybe I'll win!!!

Signs


Signs, originally uploaded by ujima.

Guess the economy is so bad that there weren't the usual free shirts and rally towels thrown to the crowd.All we got were the signs.

fanswsigns


fanswsigns, originally uploaded by ujima.

Ya gotta believe!!

cutekid


cutekid, originally uploaded by ujima.

He was with Dad, Grandmom & Grandpop. Way to raise a phan!

fanwsign


fanwsign, originally uploaded by ujima.

Go Phils!!

phanatic kid


phanatic kid, originally uploaded by ujima.

The Phanatc came over and kissed him. He kissed the mayor and Sis too.

Phanatic leads cheers


Phanatic leads cheers, originally uploaded by ujima.

He has such great energy!

yagottabelieve


yagottabelieve, originally uploaded by ujima.

This guy was in a motorized wheelchair. He said he was going to rest after the rally and then watch the game @ Chickies & Pete's tonight. Ya gotta believe in yourself and get out there.

Tuesday, October 21, 2008

Phillies Phever


Phillies Phever, originally uploaded by ujima.

Everybody's got the fever. Sis found a guy selling this shirt from a truck when she went to a coffeeshop in Mt. Airy. Perfect to wear to the rally @ City Hall tomorrow.
We went to the Clubhouse for one or two and discovered it was Steak Night so we stayed and ate and talked baseball with everyone.

Saturday, October 18, 2008

Senior Game Day


Senior Game Day, originally uploaded by ujima.

Mom, Sis and I went to Dave & Busters for this game day. What fun! What a bargain!

welcomesign


welcomesign, originally uploaded by ujima.

We received slips for free lunch, tickets for raffles and chips for game play.
I LOVE Sis's shirt: Homeland Security: Fighting Terrorists since 1492!!
She got it on her trip to New Mexico.

blackjack


blackjack, originally uploaded by ujima.

Sis and Mom played Blackjack. They wanted to stop and go to lunch but kept winning. They finally walked away and gave the chips to the others at the table.
Mom was filmed and was on Action News last night!!

blackjack2


blackjack2, originally uploaded by ujima.

blackjack3


blackjack3, originally uploaded by ujima.

roulette&blackjack


roulette&blackjack, originally uploaded by ujima.

ch6photosladies


ch6photosladies, originally uploaded by ujima.

The ladies were wearing their Eagles gear but did a Phillies cheer for the Action News photog.

birdsrafflebox


birdsrafflebox, originally uploaded by ujima.

We put 75% of our tickets in this box.

withharold


withharold, originally uploaded by ujima.

The PCA photog chose us to pose with Eagles great Harold Carmichael. You know I asked if he knew the famous joke about him and the baby in the burning building. He did :)

rafflisten


rafflisten, originally uploaded by ujima.

Mom was tired and ready to go home, but we waited and listened for the raffle winners' name. We'd put all of our tickets into the $50 gas card and Eagles tickets boxes.

gottawinnah


gottawinnah, originally uploaded by ujima.

We didn't win :( But where else could you have 4 hours of fun for $5??

Wednesday, October 15, 2008

workmasks


workmasks, originally uploaded by ujima.

Wearing masks to guard against dust and whateverelse as I work to clean up the mess in my room. Basocally putting away summer, bringing out winter clothes.Already coughing from allergies and the guys cutting the grass all day.

Going into center city in a few moments to watch debate/Phillies. GO PHILS! GO BARRY!

clothespile1


clothespile1, originally uploaded by ujima.

Saturday, October 11, 2008

Obama Rally


Obama Rally, originally uploaded by ujima.

Barack Obama was in Philadelphia in 4 locations today. Got a ride over to Gorgas Park with T. So many people (20,000?) So much joy! No pushing or shoving. Not a discouraging word. Positive Vibrations.

Mumia people


mumiapeople2, originally uploaded by ujima.

They're at every rally everywhere.

Republicans 4 O


Republicans 4 O, originally uploaded by ujima.

Saw the sign but not anyone wearing this t-shirt.

me@rally


me@rally, originally uploaded by ujima.

representing

Obama line


Obama line, originally uploaded by ujima.

You had to wear a Germantown for Obama sticker to get in line to enter the park.

obamaline2


obamaline2, originally uploaded by ujima.

obamaline3


obamaline3, originally uploaded by ujima.