Sunday, November 29, 2009

Can't leave the lake without showing ya this.....

Popcorn anyone? Now how many folks do you know that have their own Popcorn Machine in their own Home Theater Room? Well, here's a few pics of some folks I know that do. By the way, the screen is roughly the same dimensions as the 9:16 aspect ratio of wide screen 1080i HD projection system. The units of the ratio are in FEET! Yes, the screen is roughly 16 feet long by 9 feet high.

And here's what the "theater" looks like. All 12 seats are full leather recliners with foot rests and cup holders. Only 12 seats? No problem, this theater has room for expansion. Here's a little better view of the seating. This is the tier with 5 seats. The tier above accommodates 7 seats... with a double wide "love seat" in the center, Does it look comfortable? You bet it is!

The theater is equipped with the latest technology in HD projection and the sound system will rock your socks. I watched a NFL football game here today. When a pass is thrown you can't help but put your hands up to catch the ball. This is really a great addition to a fabulous home.

Tuesday, November 3, 2009

Deep Creek Lake, Swanton, MD

The fog was thick as thieves this morning but about an hour after sunrise, here's what we saw out the back windows. The lake was crystal clear and the surface was like a mirror. The foliage is way beyond peak now but the far shorelines are just beautiful none the less. (click on picture for the larger view)

We have been in the lake house for just over a week now. And even though we have approximately 10x the living space we have in our trailer, Becky and I seem to bump into each other quite often - mostly in the kitchen. We are enjoying the place no end - especially the view out the back wall of windows. Saw four deer in the front yard this morning and we see all sorts of Canadian Geese bobbing in the lake.

The trip to Swanton is too far for the kids to make for Thanksgiving considering they only have a four day holiday - but this big ole house will be filled none the less. My nephew, his wife, 3 kids, and friends, along with one of my nieces and her boy will be joining us. They are all "locals". Becky has already started the shopping list and judging by it, thank God this place has two ovens. One thing for certain, this young man is going to be cooking a Turkey. If a HAM is on the list, so be it! I hope it fits in the smaller second oven.