Leaving a Mark

It's interesting how people come and go from our lives, yet never do they go without leaving a mark.

I guess, when searching for friends you keep people who manage "not to bore you." The close friends you pick from now on really do match your values & life style. And good friends are hard to find through a crowd of kids that have grazed your shoulder without catching your attention...

But it's sad to me how friends can go when their needs no longer match yours, when what they got out of the friendship initially changed after some incident, or when their life takes them somewhere else...

I guess, that's why I take pictures and turn them into gifts in hopes that I left a mark on them.
I am ridiculously sentimental.

Good Luck in New York Carl.

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Now I can get back in shape. No more Nacho and Buffet Adventures! *sad face*

Last Carl & Chris' TOTALLY NACHO ADVENTURE! For a little bit.
Category: Sports Bar Nachos

11 bucks and delicious!

Carl remembered eating here a long time ago. He remembered it was really good and his memory served him well. Delicious. I'll let the picture do the talking.

Pete's Tavern in San Francisco. A Macho Nacho!... though there wasn't enough meat. A major negative.

Last Weekend in March

March 27: Michelle's PreWedding Party at Mr.Smiths in San Francisco
Carl said Michelle looked radiant. I concur.

This cocktail tasted like pesto.. it was actually fantastic.


Michelle and I go way back. There was a period of say.. 5 years where we didn't talk to each other but thanks to Carl, we have been reunited. It really is a small world.

It's like.. high school, college and ... whatever I'm in right now all in one room.

Posed... then Candid. Isn't it brilliant?


Before Carl leaves, he's gonna train my eye to be more judgmental... or rather "refined."


Carl called this, "drunk Fierce." I'm thinking... drunk mess.


Last pictures of the night:


There's Alex he is currently "married" to Joshy2Hoty4You... this Indian guy I hooked up with when I was a dirty 19 year old. I told Alex to ask Joshy if he remembers me... Joshy said, "yes." I love making people feel awkward.

Yes, I've had Indian... and it was spicy! (and hairy).

Carl & Chris' NACHO ADVENTURE III!
Bagdad Cafe in the Castro!


It was just good.

March 28: Great America
Locheed Martin Family Day at Great America! Though none of us work there, free tickets were available! Thanks Carl.

What do 20 somethings do at Great America? Pig out!
(We didn't ride any of the big rides!) Oh.. and I had to wear girl board shorts that had a slit in the back to show of my ass crack. Not Cute.



I forgot waterproof sunblock so I went to buy some from the gift store. 10 dollars for a little bottle. Heck no. Considering my scarring situation, I took it upon myself to squeeze a sample, so to speak, that was probably worth 25 cents. Do I feel guilty? No. Theme parks need to not charge so much for such a necessity. Don't judge me, I am not the reason for recession!



Funnel Cake was the goal.


What's going on? Aaron's interpretation of the girl's face is dead on:


Fashion Police:
Thick Jean Cuff and black socks... so street so classy.


March 28: JV in Cupertino
Cupertino is like a classier Milpitas.

I heart JV. I just wanted to remind you.

March 28: Anthony Birthday
Dinner and Straight clubbing... hehe

We checked out Agenda Lounge in San Jose and I was amused. The music was awesome the theme was "80's BABIES" So i guess it was for folks who were born in the 80s and music we appreciate.

It was interesting because there were a lot of guys, but not the creepy kind because it looked like they were just there to dance too. Urban street Asians were showing off their foot work (really good foot work) to 90's R&B. It was pretty trippy. But.. it wasn't crowded enough.

We switched to Hunter's which was packed and I ran into a guy that I chatted with before. I did the come hither finger thing to him, hoping he would recognize me, but he didn't so he just got creeped out.

When he figured out who I was he said, "who's your friend.. he's cute"
and I respond, "he's taken by that guy..."
"oh... he could do better."

What a douche. I should have known because our previous AIM conversation went like this:
"hi"
"Yo."
"so when are we going to meet up."
"um.. i don't know much about you or what you look like and all you want to do is meet up.. I'm a bit hesitant."
"you want a picture? Fine.. here: *link*"
"no.. it's not that.. it's just that we haven't had a real conversation on AIM.. I don't just want to meet up with out knowing more about you."
"gosh... aim drama. chat with me when you're ready."

Ugh.

After Hunter's he says this over AIM
"It was nice meeting you in person."
"Yup."
"BTW. I was just joking. so you need to get over it."
"What are you talking about."
"you're friend."
"hah." *close box*

I guess he could tell by my reaction at Hunter's that I was offended by him because I didn't bring it up again... but geez, what a sassy weirdO!

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As we sat outside of Hunter's, I learned that some folks got D.U.I.'s at .09... that's just mean. I guess, DUI is just the thing to get in San Jose. Bah.

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I found the corner of 1st and San Salvador to be very interesting. There's a classic theater where these bougie 50 something white folk were coming out of a symphony performance while hooches, douches and thugs took their parking for the night club WET! There was a serious tornado in the parking lot where they met! Where fur meets vagina. Where rolex meets do-rag. Where BMW's meet rice rockets.

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I danced with a closted "bi" guy. He kept saying, "I'm open minded.. this is interesting." It was amusing. Apparently his brother was there too so he had to put up a front.

Well.. boy you need to take that shit down and be yourself.

CHRIS AND CARLS TOTALLY NACHO ADVENTURE #2

But first, this is why you're fat.
From Ben.

I'm trying to bulk up... I don't like being "classified" as a twink. So.. I'm eating eating and working out with Neil so that when Halloween rolls around I can wear my giraffe print button up open with my giraffe print speedos.

I just want to fill my sleeves man!

And NACHOS is the answer. Carbs in the morning!? How about Carbs and protein all the time!

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Casa De Carl - Sunnyvale
Category: Homemade Nachos


Carl made me some "healthy nachos" with fresh tomatoes and turkey meat! Still in the works, but I'd have to say he's on the right track. More cheese Carl more cheese! The zesty touch of pepper and lime make this dish that much more fresca! And of course the ingredient of.. .home made makes for a good "after feeling."

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BJ's Brewery - Oakridge Mall South San Jose
Category: Chain Nachos for Dinner


According to Chris: Delicious and LOTS of cheese! Love it! The Jalapeno on the side added that something something, but the salsa took away that something something. These nachos stayed true to the Taqueria style nachos but with out the diarrhea! Love it! And the fabulous waitress who was on top of her game was also a nice touch, or was it the pizookie that really sealed the deal?

Either way, they were good! Definitely clean and never over powering. I give it a 7!

According to Carl: The nachos are usually better, but this one wasn't layered very well. Usually, id say about a 6.5

Taste: 7
Presentation: 6
Lasting appeal: 7
Functionality: 6

Holy Nacho Batman! An almost agreement!

CHRIS AND CARL'S TOTALLY NACHO ADVENTURE!!!!! 1

Carl and I are on an adventure to find the BEST Nachos in da bay! Here are the criteria:

1. Taste: Self Explanatory
2. Presentation: Is it pretty? Or a blob?
3. Lasting appeal: How you feel after- Like shit? or satisfied
4. Functionality: How it's layered. How "NACHO!" it is!

Category: Purpose of the Nachos

Adalberto's Mexican Food - Somewhere between the East Bay and Tahoe
Category: ROAD TRIP NACHOS

On our way to the ski trip, others had KFC. Carl and I ventured across the street for some Carne Asada NACHOS!

According to Carl: good presentation, bad functionality with layers and beans, too messy to eat with fingers and made you feel like shit and regretted it almost after. Rating: 5

According to Chris: I'd have to agree with Carl, but I emphasize the taste was amazing. I wanted to die afterward though, my stomach was not happy. So good though! Rating: 8


Taqueria El Larolito - San Francisco Mission District
Category: DRUNK NACHOS


After a night of drinking and dancing in the Castro on a Thursday, the group traveled the city to fill our drunk tummies. We were directed to a place called Farolito. I was confused and kept thinking it was Florintine's. Wow, an Italian Taqueria! When we got there, there was a hefty diverse line. This was the place to be at 1AM.

According to Carl: not as heavy at Tahoe but too many refried beans! Rating: 4

According to Chris: You know.. I was drunk so I felt really good before during and after! But the chips weren't authentic... too "movie nachos" Rating: 6

My Own Nacho Adventure:

Chevy's off Almaden in San Jose
Category: Happy Hour Nachos

Definitely terrible. Lots of cheese, but bad cheese, not very NACHO-Y. But it was 3 bucks. You get what you pay for: 12 chips and mediocre cheese.

2/10 - 3 dollars gets you a rating 2... minus a dollar cuz I round down.

Fly Bar - In San Francisco
Category: Recommendation Nachos!

My girl Michelle LOVES these nachos!
These nachos were baked and had lots and lots of sour cream and gauc. But not enough cheese! Michelle! You know I love cheese! Presentation was great and the bar was hip, but the rule of thumb, the DIRTIER the restraunt the more flavorful the food!!!!!!!! Rating: 5


To Do:
Denny's on Blossom
Taco Bell
BJ's
Taqueria Caribe
Bagdad's in the Castro
Pete's tavern in SF

Please COMMENT and Send Us what you think is the BEST NACHO place in da BAY!!!!