Green with Emory

Posted on August 30, 2012 by gwunterberger

“I’m going to tell you something to tell your sister…and its going to sound cold, and harsh.” His silky voice had our full attention, and he knew it. Lauren and I leaned forward in eager anticipation, the pleather towncar interior breaking the silence with awkward squealing. “You……..Are in Georgia Now.” I still have no idea what he meant (and I’m pretty sure he was a reincarnated version of James Earl Jones as the blind beast owner in The Sandlot), but the vexing advice kicked off an awesome move-in weekend and the first taste of college for Ansley and company.

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Lions and Tigers and Bears…

Posted on August 10, 2012 by gwunterberger

A sign reads “Once, bears, lions, monkeys, macaws, goats, elephants, reptiles, and turtles, among others, lived here and the sounds of their growls, roars, calls, and clamor filled this canyon. Although these historic enclosures are no longer appropriate for housing animals, they can be home to memories…” Truly a memory of a bygone era, the “Old Zoo” juxtaposes cramped bare metal cages, looming bear caverns, and concealed concrete enclosures. As I walked through the abandoned relic at dusk, I found myself imagining the animals that used to call this place home, and the eerie stillness filling the gully did wonders to enhance the mood. Slipping through the fence to explore the neglected cages, I was amazed that these barbaric confines were once the modern standard, as I felt cramped and just couldn’t imagine how a 700lb polar bear would manage. It was an awesome experience to finally visit this LA secret, and I hope the photos capture some its character.

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Georgia on my mind

Posted on August 6, 2012 by gwunterberger

Due to the familial popularity of my last post, I just had to follow it up with another graduation extravaganza (not that I wasn’t going to do this anyway…but that’s beside the point.) The night started with a perfect dinner complete with homemade Ansleyism statues created by the great MOMMA. The gang (including a surprise visit from the Chloe-mo) then filed into the Pageant of the Masters and triumphantly found their “pre-reserved” seats in prime viewing position. The emotions immediately overflowed, and that’s partly due to the fact that Annie’s graduation was more entertaining/exciting/eventful that both Lauren and mine combined. After Mr. Todd’s top ten list and Ansley’s successful stage crossing, we elbowed our way to an open spot to snap off some matching graduate photos. Sadly, I do not have those photos, BUT I HAVE THESE!

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The Dawg Days are Over

Posted on August 3, 2012 by gwunterberger

It’s the end of an era. No more Hotel Decca. No more Wilshire exits. And sadly, no more Gold MVP. In a jam packed June filled with three separate graduations, UW played host to the first leg of the journey, with family descending upon Seattle to celebrate the awesomeness that is Lauren. After barely enduring a marathon ceremony (survival credited to an audible hotdog break at hour 3), the gang returned to an EPIC rooftop shindig crafted by Leslie along with the always excellent Rob Elliott signature compilation video. In short, the parents eloquently summed up the sentiment best “Here’s to financial independence!” and “Today is the first day of the rest of your life.” Inspiring stuff.

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