AI-XXIV Day 1

Hello Stans,

Well, it was another crazy opening day here at AI-HQ for AI-XXIV!  As usual, The Director was barking last minute instructions to his chairs.  As usual, the chairs did not respond.  The posters, banners, door mats, directors chairs, and other paraphernalia were neatly strewn about the garage as they've been for the past XXIII years.  

It was then time to begin the annual shlepping back and forth to the airport to pick up the various Stans.  The first to not arrive this year was Rich, who didn't show up at 10:46am on United #686.  Next to not arrive was Jim, who failed to fly in on Allegiant #2295.  Wally did not make it on a never disclosed flight from Pittsburgh.  As usual, Gordon was the last to not arrive, as he did not make the drive from Sarasota.  Adding to the lack of attendance, Nora did not make it from her home in nearby Windermere.  The AI Travel Committee now projects that Sean and Nick will not be arriving tomorrow on American Airlines from LA, while Kate will not leave Brooklyn nor will Emma report from Atlanta.  As is their wont, Edie and Tony will not arrive for Friday's dinner and bowling

On the golf side of AI-XXIV, Stan and The BD had excellent practice sessions today as they continued to prepare for what promises to be a pressure packed battle  The AI Championship.

XI Time AI Champion checking phone to see if he has the right day for AI-XXIV

After hustling back to AI-HQ, it was time for the annual pilgrimage to Yellow Dog Eats.  What a night!  Incredibly, it happened again!! For the second year in a row we forgot to take Jim with us!  This year was even worse than last. Despite looking under every tree we could not find him.  Undaunted, The BD and Director pressed on and had the usual fantastic food, although they mentioned to each other that something seemed to be missing this year.  It was difficult to pinpoint, but there just wasn't the same energy as at past AI's.  Never fear though, The AI Entertainment Committee has committed to rectifying this for the remainder of the weekend!  

Let's close out this whirlwind of activity with a few photos of another amazing opening night  meal organized by The BD.