In conjunction with Dave's 2010 Bum Tour, The Time is Now Tour seeks participant hosts to become part of a documented "trail of accomplishments." Invite Dave to visit, and then it's time to take action! As you--and possibly your spouse, significant other, family member, or friend--set about your undertaking, I'll join along as either an observer or participant. All experiences will be captured in writing and collected for future publication. Some experiences will be captured in pictures and/or video, also for possible publication.

You've got something you've been wanting to do or try, right? Maybe it's something grand like bungee jumping, sky diving, or white water rafting. Maybe it's something a little less extreme like visiting a museum or hiking a trail. It's even possible that you've just been wanting to try out a new (or new-to-you) restaurant or cook a new dish at home. However grand the idea, Dave is saying the time is now!

If you would like to be a part of this fantastic trail of accomplishments, just contact me and include your idea and the location.

IMPORTANT NOTES: Dave's "The Time is Now" Tour will not be providing any funding toward your endeavor, but Dave will pay his own way as a participant wherever applicable. Hosting expectations are outlined in Dave's 2010 Bum Tour "note" on Facebook, or contact Dave directly for details.

Following the Tour

As dates and locations are added to the tour, they will be posted to this calendar. Blog posts will periodically chronicle tour stops and adventures. Go to August 2010 to see the current schedule.

Tour Schedule

Sunday, August 15, 2010

Midland (August 8) & Bowling Green (August 9)

On Sunday, I drove to Midland, MI to visit Shannon. It was a pleasantly uneventful drive through central Michigan, and Midland was quiet and peaceful on Sunday morning. After I arrived, Shannon and I chatted for awhile, and I met Joe (pictured below).
Joe moves around a lot -- sorry for the blur
We walked with Joe to a little diner called Daddy O's Diner for lunch. The meal was great, and we were joined [expected] by Shanon's parents and [unexpected] by Ike, or Mr. Behr as his students know him. Overall, a splendid lunch!

After lunch, it was time for an open house; Shannon is looking for new digs, and the family previously planned to look at a house on this day. I went along and was really impressed with the house. It was clearly occupied by someone that very much enjoyed woodworking and building (or at least installation)--little cabinets and drawers everywhere. It was a neat house with a spacious garage, and it was fun to play "house hunter" for a little bit.

Later that afternoon, we went to Great Lakes Loons baseball game (vs. the Lansing Lugnuts). We sat on the lawn and enjoyed a sunny but breezy afternoon with a 11-0 victory for the Loons! We also saw Ike at the game, so we had another little chat with him--great guy!


During the course of our day, it was revealed that Shannon owns golf clubs but never learned to hit a golf ball. So, it was time to pick up the "time is now" tour! We went to a local driving range where I instructed Shannon on the basics of a golf swing (yes, I did give a disclaimer about how dangerous it is to learn anything about golf from me). She was a quick learner and showed much more potential than anyone I've watched hit for the first time.
Shannon after her first driving range experience!
After the driving range, we drove to Shannon's coffee shop, Coffee Therapy, in Edenville (also can be found here on Facebook). If you are ever near Edenville, MI, be sure to visit the shop and PLEASE tip! A great place with great drinks, great service, a great view, and a great owner!!!
Coffee Therapy in Edenville, MI
That evening, we visited Shannon's parents (near the shop) and enjoyed conversation over a late dinner at Buffalo Wild Wings. We stayed up late chatting and playing with Joe, and then it was time for a well-deserved rest.

I hit the road on Monday morning for Bowling Green, OH. I had a meeting on campus that morning, followed by a splendid Pita Pit lunch. Reggie and I played golf that afternoon--it was fun, but no scores worth reporting here. Reggie and I had dinner at City Tap in downtown BG, and then we went shopping (well, I went shopping) at Elder-Beerman. I don't have photos of all the shirts I purchased, but suffice it to say I am ready for "wicking" golf and maybe some high-fashion fishing! Once I get Cedar Point pics posted, you can see at least one shirt.

After that, it was a dark ride home to Elyria where I slept well in preparation for "transition" day on Tuesday.
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