2012 Twilight Beneift Gala and Civic Awards

Written By: Dan

Today was our annual Twilight Benefit River Cruise and Civic Awards Gala.  The weather held up for the most part (a little cold for the top deck of the boat, but overall nice).  We had great award winners, and a fantastic host (Spike from Mojo in the Morning).  Annie did a great job of getting donations for the silent auction and raffle.  In years past we have purchased items on consignment and made little to no money.  With Annie's help this year, we raised thousands.  She got great donations:  Golf packages, vacation packages, gift cards, jewelry, and more.

The cruise went off without a hitch.  Thanks to Aunt Donna, Lynn, and Annie's parents for coming.

View of Detroit (and Canada) from the back of the Ovation yacht.

Julia and the peach parade

From: Annie Hoban
Sent: 9/3/2012 10:31 AM
To: Danny Hoban
Subject: Julia and the peach parade

Dan's Surprise Birthday Party

Written By: Hobee

Dan thought this Saturday was going to be another laying around the house. He never even changed out of his bathing suit.  Then people started showing up.  Before he knew it a whole slew of people showed up.  And not just people, but chicken and hurl, bumpy cake, BBQ, and snacks!

The started on the deck, and ended up at the fire by the lake.  A great surprise!

Dan's Birthday

Written By:  Dan

My birthday celebration was quite like 1210.  Annie and Mom took me to see expendables (well, this time Expendables 2).  Aftert Sly and crew delivered another instant classic, we headed to Mongolian BBQ for dinner.  Couldn't ask for a better birthday.

Back to the Mac

Written By: Dan

We're back to the Mac again.  Annual Nuspire company trip.  Same agenda as year's past, and it doesn't get  old.  Horns on Friday night, Saturday breakfast, followed by the Annual Dorks Vs. Nerds basketball game.  We had a great room at the Lake View, where we learned some great news.

The Bet - Coach Insignia

Written by: Dan

The bet started last week when I challenged Annie to go one week without TV.  Steaks were set at a nice dinner.  Annie had a secret weapon up her sleeve, her wok schedule.  She ended up working incredibly late and most days came home and went straight to bed.  But oh well, a bet is a bet.

We picked Coach Insignia for our nice dinner.  Annie had never been before, and we have been going Downtown quite a bit lately, so this seemed to be the best choice.

The scene on the 72nd floor of the Ren Cen was great at night.  The Detroit/Canada skyline was beautiful. We sat overlooking the Detroit River, just across from Ceaser's in Canada. 

The staff was excellent.  Even if they kept wishing up Happy Anniversary.  We didn't have the heart to tell them we weren't celebrating a year of matrimony, but rather a week of reading.  our waiter, Eddie fantastic. 

Besides the views and staff, the food was surperb.  We ordered their signature appetizer (lobster corn dog).  Annie had Halibut, and I veal Oscar.  Both were excellent.

We can't wait for the next bet!

2012 Duckbutter draft