Sunday, September 07, 2008

Simon, Erika, Fredde, Lori



Simon, Erika, Fredde, Lori
Originally uploaded by lorfo
Snack Time! Dinner Time!

The CupCake Gallery


The CupCake Gallery
Originally uploaded by lorfo

Saturday, September 06, 2008

Surströmming (rotten Swedish fish)



My first night in Säter we were invited to a woman's house to eat a traditional Swedish fish. Everyone was excited to have an Americanski in the bunch to initiate into Swedish culture. You see, this fish is so old and salty that when you open the can it explodes. Oh, and one more thing, it smells like a cats litter box. Yum! Everyone was debating on where to open the can: Down the street? The neighbors yard? They opted for the far side of the back yard closest to the neighbors yard. It was opened and the rancid fumes reached their invasive hands into my nostrils. We were each given a fish. I took some bread and whatever else I could find that could mask the taste and rolled it into a burrito of sorts. Let's just say my eggo was preggo and 1/2 way through I got a delight of caviar. I finished my swedish fish burrito and thrust my hands in the air as if I was winning a prize. I noticed the big guys behind me weren't eating the fish. I inquired. They said they have never and will never touch the stuff, that they were too chicken. And it was on this day that I officially became a swedish man.

Friday, September 05, 2008

Jeff to the Kap to the D.O. Double G


Jeff and I worked together on the Blindside tour in '05. He is now out on tour w/ Snoop Dogg and got us into the show in Stockholm! It was great to see him again! Wish we would have had more time. It's hard to see but I gave him some grills that say "BLING" across them. You can't be on a rap tour and not own a pair of grills!

Kian and Tindra Liv


Kian and Tindra Liv
Originally uploaded by lorfo
Kian and Tindra picked me up from the airport and we went for breakfast at his sisters place. The weather is cool and the sky cloudy. The only clothes I brought were from the summer tour, so it looks like I'll have to go shopping for some sweaters. Oh darn.

Monday, August 25, 2008

Making My Way Home

Tour is over so I hitched a ride with our merchandise truck drivers (and their little dog too!) from Houston to Dallas. It was a dream I never knew I had! My first trip in a Semi.

Sunday, August 24, 2008

On the bus


On the bus
Originally uploaded by lorfo
Corban and I in the back lounge of the bus (hardly) working.

Chris Cornell


Chris Cornell
Originally uploaded by lorfo
Since it's the last night of tour Corban and I actually had time to go to the show! We didn't expect to stay long for Cornell's set, but it turned out to be a very entertaining show. Great performers, and it didn't hurt that they played a lot of Soundgarden songs!

Linkin Park


Linkin Park
Originally uploaded by lorfo
"One step closer to the edge, and I'm about to break..."

Grandpa


Grandpa
Originally uploaded by lorfo
The venue in Houston had an amazing mural of hundreds of faces in some bleachers. Amazing.

Wrong Way


Wrong Way
Originally uploaded by lorfo
Cleaning out Semi
Tour is over, home ahead
I need a shower.
(haiku)

Is it over?


Is it over?
Originally uploaded by lorfo
You like those muscles? Try my new L.A. Workout System: lift 50 boxes twice a day for 6 weeks. (results may vary)

Mark and Me


Mark and Me
Originally uploaded by lorfo
Hi Blindside! Look who I bumped into!

Ummm..


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Originally uploaded by lorfo

Saturday, August 23, 2008

Uncle Bob


Uncle Bob
Originally uploaded by lorfo
Dallas TX. My Uncle Bob was working security at the venue! Watch out!

Mary Meade


Mary Meade
Originally uploaded by lorfo
Got to stay with Ryan and Mary and their 3 adorable kiddos in Houston! Mary and I went to Africa together in 1997 with YWAM.

Friday, August 22, 2008

The Double Wide


The Double Wide
Originally uploaded by lorfo
The end of tour party at the Double Wide in Dallas. It was a circus theme complete with a balloon blowing man on stilts, vodka snow cones, and cotton candy. Every rock stars dream. Corban went as a clown, I went as a fortune teller, and here's another gal dressed as a woopie cushion!

Thursday, August 21, 2008

Maggie and Me


Maggie and Me
Originally uploaded by lorfo
Stopped off in Tulsa on our way to Dallas and had a bite to eat with Maggie Mings. Josh was away on business, but we got to hang with the two wee ones!

Wednesday, August 20, 2008

Zoo


Zoo
Originally uploaded by lorfo
The St. Louis Zoo. Free turtle rides, and free admission thanks to Anheiser Bush. God bless beer. And the animals too.

Bee


Bee
Originally uploaded by lorfo
What inspires me most about nature is it's effortless beauty and it's ability to just be (no pun intended.) I, on the other hand, am still learning the art of not being a do-er. I must let go more, and allow myself time and space to grow and flourish naturally, with no effort or strain. Like a bee. On a flower. Collecting pollen. Just for today.

Air Plane


Air Plane
Originally uploaded by lorfo
St. Louis, MO. This is my new favorite place on the planet. Talk about creative recycling. This gutted airplane is about 4 stories in the air at the City Museum! WOW.

Underwater


Underwater
Originally uploaded by lorfo
City Museum: My arm is on the side of a big Whale's mouth that you can walk inside of! Did I mention this is my new favorite place on earth?!

Viva La Balls


Viva La Balls
Originally uploaded by lorfo
The City Museum, St. Louis, MO Seriously guys, you HAVE to go here before you die. It's magical for kids and kids at heart. 

Tuesday, August 19, 2008

Foul "Mud-mommas"


Foul "Mud-mommas"
Originally uploaded by lorfo
"Please pass the Foul Mudammas and the fried chicken." Ewe. Ewe.

Craig and Me


Craig and Me
Originally uploaded by lorfo
Here's my wild cave exploring, anthropology (and I aint talkin the store ladies) friend, Craig. We used to work together at Starbuck's in college. It was great to meet up for a couple of days with him and his wife Susie, who is equally as wild and anthropological, and loves antiques! Here we are at the best pizza joint in St. Louis. Craig you'll have to leave a comment and tell the hungry people where we are at... I forgot!

Friday, August 15, 2008

Kate's Family



Kate's Family
Originally uploaded by lorfo
Kate's sister and her family (which I just saw at Kate and Phil's wedding a few months ago!) were gracious enough to take us in for the night. Little Nathan was so impressed with our Big Yellow Truck and was so excited to see it up close!

Wednesday, August 13, 2008

Olympic


Olympic
Originally uploaded by lorfo

Monday, August 11, 2008

I Saw The Sign.


No Standing on Motorcycles
Originally uploaded by lorfo
Let me guess... No Standing on Motorcycles?

Pass the Pickled Eggs Please.


Pass the Pickled Eggs Please.
Originally uploaded by lorfo
"Um yes, I'm on pump 7 with $179. and I'll take those last two pickled eggs please." (NOTE: these delectable treats were found at a gas station formerly known as "Gay Johnson's" in Grand Junction, CO. It is now called Eagles. Guess whomever took it over didn't have enough johnson to keep the good name. Good-bye Gay. We'll never forget you.)

Doin' What I Can


DSCN5673
Originally uploaded by lorfo
I'm all about helping out my fellow man whenever he needs a bucket held or a curtain drawn. It's my way of saying, "Thank you mural painter for giving me a place to stand in this crazy world I'm traveling in."

Sunday, August 10, 2008

Gimme


Gimme
Originally uploaded by lorfo
Cash Money Yo.

Scenery


Nature
Originally uploaded by lorfo
This place changed my life it was so beautiful. I don't really remember where it was, but I respect the fact that it's out there looking good.

Truck Stop Shop

Nothing says "I Love a Truck Driver" like a delicate hand crafted 18 wheeler with 14K gold trim.

Saturday, August 09, 2008

Home Is Where My Kristin Is


Home
Originally uploaded by lorfo
Had a quick moment in L.A. where I got to hang out with Kristin (who is sub-letting my room until I return). We went for dinner at Zen Cu in Little Tokyo where we discovered their Calamari Eggplant Appetizer which taste like a funnel cake. An excellent Sushi pairing. Probably my most favorite appetizer ever because it's like having desert first... legally.

Friday, August 08, 2008

Baby Birds


Baby Birds
Originally uploaded by lorfo
These little guys were waiting for their momma and some worms. Instead they got me and some chester cheetos.

California


DSCN5614
Originally uploaded by lorfo
Home sweet home! Land of fruits and nuts!

Thursday, August 07, 2008

CA


Snax
Originally uploaded by lorfo
Corban had a friends wedding to attend this week-end, so I dropped her off in L.A. and picked up a Laura Green. We had a good time discovering the Silicon Valley where the temperature was cool and the coffee shops plentiful!

Wednesday, August 06, 2008

Bald Eagle AZ


Bald Eagle AZ
Originally uploaded by lorfo

Fish Floor


Fish Floor
Originally uploaded by lorfo
Pheonix, AZ. The decor of this sushi restaurant was amazing! Fish under the floor makes me want fish in my belly. 

Tuesday, August 05, 2008

Marc + Me + Brittany


Marc + Me + Brittany
Originally uploaded by lorfo
Was able to stay with some old Blindside friends Marc and Brittany while in Phoenix. Also got to visit with an old college friend Jeremy for a bit (not pictured-sorry JP-I'll take a photo next time!).

Monday, August 04, 2008

The Thing?


The Thing?
Originally uploaded by lorfo
If you've ever had the pleasure of driving from Texas to California along the scenic 10 Freeway, then you know about "The Thing" whether you have stopped there or not. For 120 miles there are signs predicting the coming of "The Thing" in NM. Sure enough it comes, and for .50c you can put the maddening mystery of "The Thing" to rest in your mind and actually sleep peacefully that night. This is my second time to see "The Thing." When I pass by here again I will no doubt stop again to see "The Thing." Next time you pass by here you should be sure to stop in and see "The Thing." And be sure to tell him/her/it I said hello.

Sunday, August 03, 2008

Atlanta GA


Atlanta GA
Originally uploaded by lorfo
After having dinner at a mexican cantina/ tequila bar Corban called her friend to see if they had a spare room we could stay in for the night. "Actually" they said, "we have a spare house." They had just moved out so like a squatter we crashed on an air mattress in a big empty house.

Saturday, August 02, 2008

Take A Peek


Take A Peek
Originally uploaded by lorfo
Sites from the road side....

Tampa, FL


I won 10cents! Haaayy!
Originally uploaded by lorfo
We beat the heat at Hard Rock Seminole Casino where I won 10cents! Haaayy! (Note to self: stop gambling)

Friday, August 01, 2008

Tampa FL


Tampa FL
Originally uploaded by lorfo
Florida is so hot it is now on my list of top three places I would never want to live. On the flip side, they have the most amazingly cheesy post cards. The best in the nation.