This is Sophie and her Brother.
I think this is her sister.
Sophie the day she was born. Note the finger tips for scale.
I'm going to try to post some pics of when I hike up Breckenridge ski resort with her and she chased us down.
Wednesday, April 29, 2009
Old pics of Sophie
This is Sophie and her Brother.
I think this is her sister.
Sophie the day she was born. Note the finger tips for scale.
I'm going to try to post some pics of when I hike up Breckenridge ski resort with her and she chased us down.
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Sophie and the Germans
Sunset at Amy's house
There are Huge windows that face the 10 mile range and a nice big deck with a hot tub on it.
Sophie had an allergic reaction to her shots. She looks so unhappy. Her face totally puffed up and she was very itchy. But, benadryl works for dogs just like it works for people.
Amy's German Shepherds. Fritz is the boy and he has the mostly black face. He likes Sophie. Heidi is the reddish female. She mostly ignores the Sophster.
Still plenty of snow here at 9600 ft above sea level.
Monday, April 20, 2009
Roommate Types in Summit County
A list of roommate types I wrote originally on Craigslist Rants and Raves. I have lived with most of these types during my time here.
Welcome to Summit County, here in the mountains we have many types of possible roommates. Here is a list of a few and how to identify each.
The Pot head: similar to the drunk, but less likely to spill beer (although bong water may be a concern). Probably doesn't work, relies on boy/girlfriend to support them and their habit. Tend to be lethargic until they get a bag that makes them need to do something (which can mean cleaning, this is a good thing). Can be passive-aggressive and that is lame. Will be on the couch when the drunk isn't there and probably controls the remote most of the time. Good for a laugh when they are stoned, and maybe sharing a buzz when you need it. Don't count on it though.
The bro-brah: Wears the trendiest shit he/she can find. Most likely includes the word bro or brah in 2 out 3 sentences. Probably from the midwest, somewhere flat and lame like Michigan, Ohio, Wisconsin or Minnesota. Probably smokes a lot of weed and drinks. Works in a shop and has the newest shit he can get on pro-form. Will be gone by May. Usually wakes up about 10 or 12 and rides 'the park' all day. Even on Powder days. Thinks he is god's gift to earth and snowboarding or skiing. Has 15 different tall tees and 5 pairs of skate shoes. Most of his clothes are neon. Hate Gapers and think they are local even though they have only been here since November and will leave in May.
The superior guy: His clothes are better than yours, his furniture is better than yours, his dog is better than yours, his girl is better than yours. (or at least he thinks so). Recognizable by the gel in his hair and his disdain for everyone around him in particular the gapers whose money allow him to live here. Feels compelled to have 'better' things than all of those around him. May be smart, but probably not. On the upside, if he is your roommate you get to use his nice shit. Just make sure to keep it clean.
The ditz: often seen with "the superior guy". Attractive, but not super bright. Usually has a rock on her finger from superior boy. Nice enough, but not much fun to talk to.
The Drunk: He or she will come home drunk every night, eat your food, pass out on your couch and probably spill their beer on the carpet. They don't have a car (probably because of a DUI) and will rely on annoying friends or boy/girlfriend to get around. They don't clean up after them selves, and they won't contribute around the house. They will also likely try to get out of paying their share of the bills or contributing in any meaningful way. The only up side is that they will probably be gone most of the time because they don't have a car and rely on the bus or friends to get to work (the bar).
The nerd: If you get one of these you are lucky. Usually comes equipped with PS3, XBox nice computer, DVD collection and possibly a nice stereo. Pays rent on time, quiet and sometimes you don't even know he is there (for days even). Will spend time not on the computer/XBox skiing or boarding. Probably not very good at cleaning up after themselves however.
The Trustafarian: Mom and Dad are rich, he or she learned to ski and decided to take a year or two off and be a ski bum. 10 years ago they would be following Phish or the Dead around. Probably owns a sticker company or tee shirt company. Will take exotic vacations often. Will furnish the house with nice shit and not be there much. Smokes a lot of weed.
This is a short list there are many more types. Good luck!
This was a follow up post that someone else wrote.
Dude, love the post! You gotta love how almost everyone on your list smokes a lot of pot! If you follow R&R here, I am the op of "Roomates are fun!". For 2 years now I have lived in a 2 bed / 2 bath town house with 5-6 other people. Living in Breck, we have a very high turn over rate of roomates. So, I've really gotta add some more to your list...
The Douchebag Athlete: Similar to your "superior guy" but less interested in fashion, per say. Owns a big truck or Jeep, three pairs of skis, a mountain bike, enormous supply of camping gear, extensive collection of climbing gear, and an annual membership to the local recreational center. Most likely, he is college educated from some douchey liberal school, however he is not necessarily intelligent.
Cooks well, and eats well; but rarely will offer his uber food or micro-brews to others and, is often to busy with their "athletics" to properly clean up after themselves. Skis, climbs, hikes or bikes everyday, likely works only evenings or nights. Wakes early, sleeps early; Most likely roommate to bitch about noise at 9pm on a Friday night ("Because they HAVE to get up at 6AM to skin up the mountain or hike some pass, poor "Douchebag Athlete"!").
However, they can make for great backpacking and climbing partners due to their amazingly awesome collections of gear.
The Scummit Slut: Lives in the cheapest room, loft, or closet you have to offer. Anything will do, as long as the rent is less than $300 a month. Most likely professions are waitress, hostess, or bar tender. You will rarely see her; But you WILL hear her. At least once a week, she will stumble home around 2:30-3 AM (soon after the bars close) with some dude in-tow. Likely, a different dude every weekend, as long as she's playing her cards right.
The plus to this roommate is that you will rarely see her. Most of the time she will find "another bed to lay in", so to speak. However, beware drinking with her at home; As she is likely to drink more than her share, and make a total ass of herself. Shares many of the same negative qualities that "The Drunk" does. After she moves out you will seriously consider a "Male Only" clause on future rooms for rent advertisements.
*The previous are not based on any one individual roommate.
For your enjoyment.
Welcome to Summit County, here in the mountains we have many types of possible roommates. Here is a list of a few and how to identify each.
The Pot head: similar to the drunk, but less likely to spill beer (although bong water may be a concern). Probably doesn't work, relies on boy/girlfriend to support them and their habit. Tend to be lethargic until they get a bag that makes them need to do something (which can mean cleaning, this is a good thing). Can be passive-aggressive and that is lame. Will be on the couch when the drunk isn't there and probably controls the remote most of the time. Good for a laugh when they are stoned, and maybe sharing a buzz when you need it. Don't count on it though.
The bro-brah: Wears the trendiest shit he/she can find. Most likely includes the word bro or brah in 2 out 3 sentences. Probably from the midwest, somewhere flat and lame like Michigan, Ohio, Wisconsin or Minnesota. Probably smokes a lot of weed and drinks. Works in a shop and has the newest shit he can get on pro-form. Will be gone by May. Usually wakes up about 10 or 12 and rides 'the park' all day. Even on Powder days. Thinks he is god's gift to earth and snowboarding or skiing. Has 15 different tall tees and 5 pairs of skate shoes. Most of his clothes are neon. Hate Gapers and think they are local even though they have only been here since November and will leave in May.
The superior guy: His clothes are better than yours, his furniture is better than yours, his dog is better than yours, his girl is better than yours. (or at least he thinks so). Recognizable by the gel in his hair and his disdain for everyone around him in particular the gapers whose money allow him to live here. Feels compelled to have 'better' things than all of those around him. May be smart, but probably not. On the upside, if he is your roommate you get to use his nice shit. Just make sure to keep it clean.
The ditz: often seen with "the superior guy". Attractive, but not super bright. Usually has a rock on her finger from superior boy. Nice enough, but not much fun to talk to.
The Drunk: He or she will come home drunk every night, eat your food, pass out on your couch and probably spill their beer on the carpet. They don't have a car (probably because of a DUI) and will rely on annoying friends or boy/girlfriend to get around. They don't clean up after them selves, and they won't contribute around the house. They will also likely try to get out of paying their share of the bills or contributing in any meaningful way. The only up side is that they will probably be gone most of the time because they don't have a car and rely on the bus or friends to get to work (the bar).
The nerd: If you get one of these you are lucky. Usually comes equipped with PS3, XBox nice computer, DVD collection and possibly a nice stereo. Pays rent on time, quiet and sometimes you don't even know he is there (for days even). Will spend time not on the computer/XBox skiing or boarding. Probably not very good at cleaning up after themselves however.
The Trustafarian: Mom and Dad are rich, he or she learned to ski and decided to take a year or two off and be a ski bum. 10 years ago they would be following Phish or the Dead around. Probably owns a sticker company or tee shirt company. Will take exotic vacations often. Will furnish the house with nice shit and not be there much. Smokes a lot of weed.
This is a short list there are many more types. Good luck!
This was a follow up post that someone else wrote.
Dude, love the post! You gotta love how almost everyone on your list smokes a lot of pot! If you follow R&R here, I am the op of "Roomates are fun!". For 2 years now I have lived in a 2 bed / 2 bath town house with 5-6 other people. Living in Breck, we have a very high turn over rate of roomates. So, I've really gotta add some more to your list...
The Douchebag Athlete: Similar to your "superior guy" but less interested in fashion, per say. Owns a big truck or Jeep, three pairs of skis, a mountain bike, enormous supply of camping gear, extensive collection of climbing gear, and an annual membership to the local recreational center. Most likely, he is college educated from some douchey liberal school, however he is not necessarily intelligent.
Cooks well, and eats well; but rarely will offer his uber food or micro-brews to others and, is often to busy with their "athletics" to properly clean up after themselves. Skis, climbs, hikes or bikes everyday, likely works only evenings or nights. Wakes early, sleeps early; Most likely roommate to bitch about noise at 9pm on a Friday night ("Because they HAVE to get up at 6AM to skin up the mountain or hike some pass, poor "Douchebag Athlete"!").
However, they can make for great backpacking and climbing partners due to their amazingly awesome collections of gear.
The Scummit Slut: Lives in the cheapest room, loft, or closet you have to offer. Anything will do, as long as the rent is less than $300 a month. Most likely professions are waitress, hostess, or bar tender. You will rarely see her; But you WILL hear her. At least once a week, she will stumble home around 2:30-3 AM (soon after the bars close) with some dude in-tow. Likely, a different dude every weekend, as long as she's playing her cards right.
The plus to this roommate is that you will rarely see her. Most of the time she will find "another bed to lay in", so to speak. However, beware drinking with her at home; As she is likely to drink more than her share, and make a total ass of herself. Shares many of the same negative qualities that "The Drunk" does. After she moves out you will seriously consider a "Male Only" clause on future rooms for rent advertisements.
*The previous are not based on any one individual roommate.
For your enjoyment.
Saturday, April 4, 2009
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