Josh Olson’s Blog

Never have I felt the need to wear a helmet while riding on asphalt - until today. During lunch I experienced my first trip on a cyclocross bicycle, the Kona Jake specifically. I’ve been shopping for a new bicycle for almost a month and am now enticed by ‘cross bikes. The Jake was fast, responsive, and I felt comfortable riding it. I can’t wait to test the 2008 model. Cross country sports should have one built by the end of the month.

I’m open to suggestions.

Danielle & I stayed at the Value Motor Host Inn last night because it’s easier than trying to crash at a friends / parents place, plus we enjoy our own space / sleep hours / etc. Last night we hit the hot tub for about 20 minutes before crashing, it was nice.

I had my hair(s) cut this morning, and going to pick up my tux in 30 minutes at Image Formal Wear. They were kind enough to call me this morning and tell me that I need to call all of my groomsmen and schedule appointments for them to pick up their tuxes. I laughed at them. I’ve got people coming from all over the place and there’s no way I’m taking the time to coordinate that. We rented our tuxes from them (big mistake) because it saved us a bunch on our DJ from Taylored Entertainment. We’ve seen Mitch in action and were very impressed.

Dear Image Formal Wear,

If you wish to schedule appointments with my groomsmen, call them yourself. Also, that neat little “shipping charge” for not picking them up before 15:00 is total BS.

Danielle & I are getting married Saturday, 14 Jul, 2007 at St. Michael church in Marquette, MI. The reception will be held at Upfront & Company. We are expecting 255 guests, I am looking forward to seeing everyone. More information about the wedding can be found at http://www.olson-ventre.com.

I am in Marquette, and will be here until Sunday evening. We will drive back to Houghton for the night, and leave for Green Bay on Monday morning. I am without mail and mobile until 19 Jul(!)