by Nicki ODell | Feb 19, 2015 | Random Acts of Kindness
February 19th begins the Chinese New Year – the Year of the Sheep, a “kinder, gentler year” as compared to last. After the hyper-masculinity and galloping pace of the Year of the Horse, the sheep year, which begins today, will be a stroll in a...
by Nicki ODell | Jun 19, 2014 | Sputnik Adventures
Look at our new back patio sign! We were finally allowed to add a new sign to our back area and think it came out swimmingly. Look for us on Calle de Guadelupe and stop by and let us know what you...
by Nicki ODell | Jun 19, 2014 | Sputnik Adventures
It took a couple of weeks, but our new Hillsboro sign went up this morning and we’re all tickled about the way it came out. The guys got the pipes cemented into the ground and the iron trim welded onto the pipe braces. It looks pretty spiffy – now we’re gonna...
by Nicki ODell | May 9, 2014 | Sputnik Adventures
Spring brings a host of new and fresh beginnings and this year, it will bring a new vineyard to the Black Range. The idea of it was hatched over a year ago, the ground work began in December and this week will see its completion. Of course we’ve brainstormed more...
by Nicki ODell | Jan 31, 2014 | Sputnik Adventures
It’s the Year of the Horse, which falls on Jan. 31 on the lunar calendar. A lucky year, according to the Chinese. The Year of the Horse kicks out the Year of the Snake — not a good year considering all the turmoil, conflicts and tragedies in the world. As the Chinese...
by Nicki ODell | Dec 11, 2013 | Random Acts of Kindness
What I imagine as the perfect holiday gift is always a bottle of good cheer. (or a new car.) What gift could be more sought after, fought after, or more perfectly wrapped? A good bottle of wine makes a most thoughtful gift, is always festive and can be tied with a bow...
by Nicki ODell | Nov 20, 2013 | Sputnik Adventures
As seen on a recent ride through the Black Range. The day was so nice there was no turning back for home. The impertinence cost us several drinks at the Buckhorn Saloon and a nights lodging nearby. No sore feelings though.
by Nicki ODell | Nov 8, 2013 | Bebe Rebozo
Had a blast at the Halloween Ball and were all agape at some of these costumes! Thanks for the impromptu jam session Steve, Gary & Richard. I think we were all hopped up on sugar, including the wiener. Next year Laurie, there WILL be zombie dancing in the streets....
by Nicki ODell | Oct 22, 2013 | Random Acts of Kindness
Our own Miranda hosted a one-women art exhibit that opened on Second Saturday in T or C at the Tangent gallery. Cocktails flowed, drummers drummed, appetizers were scarfed, art was enjoyed & purchased and a good time was had by all. She really is the total...
by Nicki ODell | Oct 17, 2013 | Sputnik Adventures
When we can’t be found anywhere else, we might be working in the vineyard or in the winery. During the course of the growing season we can be hard at it or we can be totally dormant.