Branyan's Bomb

That red dot is where Russ Branyan hit his first bomb of the season. Crazy far. The estimated 465 is a bit conservative in this person's opinion.

Opening Day

Another successful opening day for the brewers and us. Lots of good food and some people that I knew.

Downfall

I finally saw Downfall after all the talking I've been doing about it. It lived up to my expectations and then some. Truthfully, it is the best movie I have seen this year (I realize it was released before this 01.01.05 in Gearmany, but I'm not counting that). It didn't hurt that I got to sit in nice leather recliners and have Evan there to pretty up the room.

If you want to read some good stuff about this movie, check out Frank's post under the date 4.4.2005.

The True Master Brewer

Ben Sheets just may be the best pitcher in baseball right now and as of his first start of the season, it looks as though he may actually get some run support this year (fingers crossed). All in all it was a good start for Big Ben. I would suggest going to your neighborhood sports apparel shoppe and supporting Ben anyway possible, no matter where you live (I have also been contemplating the purchase of a jersey Frank). Anyway, if he can be anywhere near as dominant as last year, the Brewers have much awesomeness to look forward to. Sign him NOW! More Brewers posts will be forthcomming in the next 5 months or so.

The Master Brewer (1 of 2)

Finally I get to try out my new creation.
(the other master brewer? is not pictured because he is scared of bright lights and badgers)

Northwestern Lager A Success!

My roommate, Andy Kitzke, and I decided it would be a good idea to brew our own beer. Well, on Thursday March 31, 2005 we finally had our first tasting. It was a very simple brew, Northwestern Lager, but we had our struggles (we are both idiots). In the end however, while it may not be perfect, the alcohol content is lower than it should be (a problem we know how to correct now), the beer tastes pretty darn gut. So, we will be continuing to brew our own stuff. Anyone who wants some is welcome to try. There appear to be no lasting side effects.

Pictured is Dan, the official taste tester and spokesman for our brewery (name tbd).