Rock the Ceremony

Have you guys seen this? Apparantly they just posted it because family members wanted to see it again, but it's become a Youtube hit...they were even on the Today show. Anyway...just something to think about for the next one who gets married, whoever that might be :)

Official picture

Well done everyone!

Events

So I realize this is late in the game to suggest, and depending on the weather, getting people outside might not be the easiest thing, but I had a last minute idea for events. While home and preparing for the upcoming events, I was digging around in my trunk and found a Frisbee, and then remembered about Frisbee golf. For those that aren't familiar with this, there's a legitimate version, with driver discs and whatnot (I don't know how to play golf so that term is somewhat meaningless), and a not so legitimate version that Maggie and I have played which is more creative and much more fun. Basically you just take a regular Frisbee and decide on a hole, e.i. a light pole, and you take turns "putting" and lowest score wins. And to modify this further for a backyard, maybe do a miniature gold version and create some kind of obstacles or something, or maybe throw out that you need to use your non-dominant hand or something, just to make it a little harder. I dunno, just a thought. :-)

games suggestions...

LOVE these games: relay races (we could incorporate some flip cup, crazy outfit wearing, etc...), darts, cornhole, rope ball, pong

What about some sort of concentration game? Like who can build the highest house of cards, a massive game of jenga, kerplunk (hehe, dave owns this!) or something?

I'm just going to toss out there that mariokart (and video games in general) are not my fav. Unless we could get our hands on wii bowling... i would school you all in wii bowling!

those are my thoughts. i'm 'working' as a receptionist today and have been here over 90 mins without answering a single phone call :( ... so i have lots of time to brainstorm!!!

Change of Plans

Assuming we receive no conflict reports, the BOG has officially been moved to March 21!! Let the BOG Committee know ASAP if you have a conflict, but otherwise, just plan on the new date. Remember, that means you've got two weeks to prepare. Get after it.

Country Assignments

Well folks, the BOG Committee decided it was time to step it up and assign a different set of "countries" this time around. As you'll notice, everyone has been assigned a mythical place to represent. You will be responsible for knowing fun "facts" about your country, as well as representing traditional attire. Keep in mind, creativity is key, and since these places are myths, feel free to push the limits. Suggestions include flags, anthems, costumes, accents, etc. Please see the list below for your assignment.

Jennie - Never Neverland
Maggie - Oz
Dave - The Matrix
Katie - Lost (the island that is)
Chris - Camelot
Alex - Death Star (from Star Wars of course)
Ashley - Rivendell
Kayla - Whoville (gotta give Dr. Seuss some love)
Stina - Narnia
Miguel - Hogwarts

You have three weeks to prepare. That should be plenty of time. And remember, there are awards at stake here, so bring your A-game.

Date Selected

The BOG are officially scheduled for March 28, 2009!!! The Opening Ceremonies will commence at approximately 4:30 ET, followed some ourdoor gaming, dinner around 6:00 and the rest of the games throughout the evening.

This gives everyone 3 weeks to train, prepare country paraphernalia, and generally get hyped for this historic event. The country assignments will follow...