Spring Has Sprung
Look For Robins
Daysgettinglonger
Nashville, TN
In an annual rite of passage, the Apples today toast the calender and welcome Springtime back to all.
The Apple proclamation, made following this past weekends record setting snowfall in the Northeastern U.S. was received by many with the normal confusion and questions that often follow any Apple off the field statements of opinion.
"I don't know what that guy is thinking, but it sounds to me like he is going nuts" said Chris Bernitt of Roanoke, VA. when asked to comment on his Uncle, AGFHOF Don Bernitt's comments. "I just got done shoveling 24 inches of snow off the driveway, while the Apples sit down in snow free Tennessee talking about Springtime. I don't get it" concluded the worn out Virginian.
"Springtime? Springtime? are you kidding me? Springtime?" added Matty Oliver of Newark DE when he first read the Apple declaration. "I just got kicked in the face playing football in over 2 feet of snow and the Apples are saying it's Springtime?" "I gave up trying to figure those guys out a long time ago" added Oliver before heading back out for the second half of Snow Bowl 2009
"I have to agree with my cousins, I'm worried about my Uncle's state of mind" said Potomac MD high school senior Jeremy Bernitt when contacted for comment on the Apple press release." "We have people who shovel our snow for us and it looks like they are working awful hard out there" added Jeremy as he unpacked his travel bags after his weekend trip to the Titans - Dolphins game was cancelled due to the 27 inches of snow that fell in the Washington DC suburbs.
As is often the case with the Apples, further investigation into their thought processes has shed just enough insight for several to agree with today's Springtime celebration. "I like the way they think" said Lauren Litwack of Parkton, MD as she learned the details behind the Apples welcoming of Spring.
"Today, Dec. 21st is the shortest day off sunlight of the year" said Lauren as she took a break from Facebook posting to talk about the Apples. "Most people say it's the first day of Winter, but if you think about it, beginning tomorrow the days start getting longer again, so maybe my Uncle is on to something when he says we should look at it as the beginning of Spring." "I know my Puffins like Springtime better, so I'm joining the Apples and welcoming Spring back" concluded Lauren as she set off to ride her sled down the snow covered hill in her back yard.
And so it goes, to most "normal" people, today is the first day of Winter. However, to the Apples, it's the first day of Spring. "I'll tell you what" said Don Bernitt when asked to comment about today's Apple tid bits, when you're driving home today or tomorrow, or just sitting around getting ready for Christmas, look around and you will say, "hey did you notice that it's staying lighter later each evening now"
Think Spring and........How bout them Apples!
Monday, December 21, 2009
Monday, December 14, 2009
APPLE INJURED
One Car Accident Injures Apple
Cold and Rain Involved
Thathadtohurt
Nashville
The combination of 2 days of rain, and the seasons first below freezing temperatures appear to have played a part in what is being described by the Nashville Police Department as a "one vehicle" accident this past weekend.
Although details remain sketchy, it is being reported the AGFHOF Don Bernitt sustained minor injuries over the weekend when he crashed his late model Honda into a wood fence at the teams headquarters.
Emergency response teams at the accident scene say Bernitt appears to have turned into the team driveway at a high rate of speed and then was unable to stop his vehicle before plowing through a wood fence and into a bamboo grove.
Unconfirmed reports have also added that it was fellow Apple Patty Pender who first arrived on the crash site and attended to Bernitt after first smashing the car windows out with a softball bat.
Neither Bernitt or Pender could be reached for comment following the crash which only added to the speculation that there was more to the accident story then has been reported.
In addition to the odd silence from the Apple camp after the accident, it has also been learned that for the past several weeks there have been several stories leaked from the teams off season compound that suggest that all is not well with the Apples.
One such leaked story claims there are both email and text messages that will show Bernitt has recently been spotted taking batting practice at a local high school gym with a team other then the Apples. If true, this out of season practice will only add to the speculation that Bernitt is planning on leaving the Apples prior to the start of the 2010 season.
With Christmas and the New Years upon us, it may be tough to get to the bottom of this story for several weeks. If past history is a clue, the Apples will be laying low for the rest of the calander year as they join with family and friends to celebrate the holidays.
Come January, it's any one's guess. Will the Apples survive the turmoil that swirls around them, or will they spin out of control and bring an end to the history that is the Apples?
For now, there is no answer to that question or to the questions that surround the weekend crash. For better or for worse, there is but one thing left to say......
How bout them Apples !!
Cold and Rain Involved
Thathadtohurt
Nashville
The combination of 2 days of rain, and the seasons first below freezing temperatures appear to have played a part in what is being described by the Nashville Police Department as a "one vehicle" accident this past weekend.
Although details remain sketchy, it is being reported the AGFHOF Don Bernitt sustained minor injuries over the weekend when he crashed his late model Honda into a wood fence at the teams headquarters.
Emergency response teams at the accident scene say Bernitt appears to have turned into the team driveway at a high rate of speed and then was unable to stop his vehicle before plowing through a wood fence and into a bamboo grove.
Unconfirmed reports have also added that it was fellow Apple Patty Pender who first arrived on the crash site and attended to Bernitt after first smashing the car windows out with a softball bat.
Neither Bernitt or Pender could be reached for comment following the crash which only added to the speculation that there was more to the accident story then has been reported.
In addition to the odd silence from the Apple camp after the accident, it has also been learned that for the past several weeks there have been several stories leaked from the teams off season compound that suggest that all is not well with the Apples.
One such leaked story claims there are both email and text messages that will show Bernitt has recently been spotted taking batting practice at a local high school gym with a team other then the Apples. If true, this out of season practice will only add to the speculation that Bernitt is planning on leaving the Apples prior to the start of the 2010 season.
With Christmas and the New Years upon us, it may be tough to get to the bottom of this story for several weeks. If past history is a clue, the Apples will be laying low for the rest of the calander year as they join with family and friends to celebrate the holidays.
Come January, it's any one's guess. Will the Apples survive the turmoil that swirls around them, or will they spin out of control and bring an end to the history that is the Apples?
For now, there is no answer to that question or to the questions that surround the weekend crash. For better or for worse, there is but one thing left to say......
How bout them Apples !!
Friday, December 4, 2009
APPLES RING IN CHRISTMAS SEASON
Apple Tree Shines Bright
Weekend Lighting Held
Igotcoal
Nashville
In a tradition dating to 2009, the Apples officially rang in the Christmas season Friday night with the ceremonial lighting of the team Christmas tree. The ceremony, held under cold dark skies at the Apple compound, began with the singing of Christmas carols by the world renowned Apple Choir followed by a sterling rendition of 'The Little Drummer Boy' by AGFHOF Don Bernitt.
Following Bernitt's dramatic performance, that had several dogs in the neighborhood howling along, the countdown began leading up to the throwing of the switch by Apple Patty Pender. 5..4..3..2..1.. chanted the crowd in attendance as they raised their Egg Nog and toasted the lighting.
With the switch thrown, the 7 year old oak tree came to life as 17,338 multi colors lights exploded into brilliance to the joy of all. The reaction throughout the crowd was instantaneous and overwhelming as cheers of ahh.....filled the air at the spectacular sight that was.
"How cool is that" said a spectator in the crowd as the Apple choir rejoined the festivities with a goosebumps and hair raising signing of 'Silent Night'
As the evening drew to a close, all in attendance then paused for a moment to listen to a brief prepared statement given by Bernitt. "As we live our human experience on earth, and the happiness and pain that is this existence, I encourage all to remember why we are here." "We tonight join together to publicly and with joy proclaim the birth of Jesus, sent by GOD to show the way of salvation to all."
Bernitt concluded his comments by adding, "during this special time of the year, and perhaps as a starting point for the rest of our days and years, please do not loose sight of those less fortunate then yourself." "For no truer words were ever spoken then those we have all heard before." "What you do to the least of my brothers, so you do unto me." Amen..Amen..
Merry Christmas, and as always, How bout them Apples !!
*video below*
Christmas time in Appleville
Weekend Lighting Held
Igotcoal
Nashville
In a tradition dating to 2009, the Apples officially rang in the Christmas season Friday night with the ceremonial lighting of the team Christmas tree. The ceremony, held under cold dark skies at the Apple compound, began with the singing of Christmas carols by the world renowned Apple Choir followed by a sterling rendition of 'The Little Drummer Boy' by AGFHOF Don Bernitt.
Following Bernitt's dramatic performance, that had several dogs in the neighborhood howling along, the countdown began leading up to the throwing of the switch by Apple Patty Pender. 5..4..3..2..1.. chanted the crowd in attendance as they raised their Egg Nog and toasted the lighting.
With the switch thrown, the 7 year old oak tree came to life as 17,338 multi colors lights exploded into brilliance to the joy of all. The reaction throughout the crowd was instantaneous and overwhelming as cheers of ahh.....filled the air at the spectacular sight that was.
"How cool is that" said a spectator in the crowd as the Apple choir rejoined the festivities with a goosebumps and hair raising signing of 'Silent Night'
As the evening drew to a close, all in attendance then paused for a moment to listen to a brief prepared statement given by Bernitt. "As we live our human experience on earth, and the happiness and pain that is this existence, I encourage all to remember why we are here." "We tonight join together to publicly and with joy proclaim the birth of Jesus, sent by GOD to show the way of salvation to all."
Bernitt concluded his comments by adding, "during this special time of the year, and perhaps as a starting point for the rest of our days and years, please do not loose sight of those less fortunate then yourself." "For no truer words were ever spoken then those we have all heard before." "What you do to the least of my brothers, so you do unto me." Amen..Amen..
Merry Christmas, and as always, How bout them Apples !!
*video below*
Christmas time in Appleville
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