Down We Go
Saturday, August 7, 2010
Tuesday, April 13, 2010
Apples Married
Wisekal - Goldstein Tie Knot
Will Call Arizona Home
Yeababy
Phoenix,AZ.
Following weeks of speculation and rampant rumor throughout Nashville and the desert Southwest, it has today been confirmed that Apples Chris Wisekal and Rachel Goldstein are now officially husband and wife.
"Give me a break fellas we're on our honeymoon" gushed Apple Chris Wisekal through a partially opened door at the newlyweds suburban Phoenix estate.
"Chris....the hot tub and I miss you" sang the new bride as she poured fresh glasses of Apple champagne on the back deck.
"Sorry boys, I gotta go" said the groom as he slammed the door shut and raced with excitement to join his bride.
Still in full honeymoon glow, the couple has let it be known that they were married in a super secret private ceremony earlier this Spring. "They're both very private people so I'm not surprised to hear about their marriage this way" replied Apple Christi Copous when contacted in Nashville.
Copous then refused to answer questions about a recent business trip she took to Arizona which has led some to believe that she was perhaps at the wedding. "Bite me" snapped Copous when pressed for information about what she knew and when she knew it regarding the wedding announcement.
Additional efforts to speak with Chris and Rachel were unsuccessful as the couple cranked up the in house stereo system and turned up the heat of the hot tub.
And so it goes, what once was a rumor is now a fact.
On behalf of the entire Apple family, Cheers to Chris and Rachel Wisekal !!
No truer words have ever been spoken; How bout them Apples
Will Call Arizona Home
Yeababy
Phoenix,AZ.
Following weeks of speculation and rampant rumor throughout Nashville and the desert Southwest, it has today been confirmed that Apples Chris Wisekal and Rachel Goldstein are now officially husband and wife.
"Give me a break fellas we're on our honeymoon" gushed Apple Chris Wisekal through a partially opened door at the newlyweds suburban Phoenix estate.
"Chris....the hot tub and I miss you" sang the new bride as she poured fresh glasses of Apple champagne on the back deck.
"Sorry boys, I gotta go" said the groom as he slammed the door shut and raced with excitement to join his bride.
Still in full honeymoon glow, the couple has let it be known that they were married in a super secret private ceremony earlier this Spring. "They're both very private people so I'm not surprised to hear about their marriage this way" replied Apple Christi Copous when contacted in Nashville.
Copous then refused to answer questions about a recent business trip she took to Arizona which has led some to believe that she was perhaps at the wedding. "Bite me" snapped Copous when pressed for information about what she knew and when she knew it regarding the wedding announcement.
Additional efforts to speak with Chris and Rachel were unsuccessful as the couple cranked up the in house stereo system and turned up the heat of the hot tub.
And so it goes, what once was a rumor is now a fact.
On behalf of the entire Apple family, Cheers to Chris and Rachel Wisekal !!
No truer words have ever been spoken; How bout them Apples
Sunday, April 4, 2010
Apples visit White House
Apples in D.C.
POTUS welcomes Apples
Wethepeople
Washington D.C.
In a trip not made public until it had concluded, it was today learned that the Apples this past weekend made a surprise visit to Washington D.C. as special guest of Barack Obama.
As is often the case, security issues prohibited the Apples from announcing their visit in advance. "We've been known to ruffle a few feathers in D.C." so we thought it best that we not make a big deal about the trip said AGFHOF Don Bernitt as he stepped off team plane Apple 1 following the teams return trip to Nashville.
The Apples visit to D.C. included an Easter Sunrise service at the Jefferson Memorial followed by a trip to visit the first family. "Not sure where the mix up happened but the President apparently had the dates wrong and was not home when we went by the White House" said Apple Patty Pender before climbing into a Secret Service limo for a 2 hour visit to Arlington National Cemetery.
"Arlington is a special place of hallowed grounds" said Bernitt as he described the visit that included viewings of the Changing of the Guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and quiet moments at the graves of John F Kennedy, Robert F Kennedy, Ted Kennedy and astronauts from the Challenger and Discovery disasters.
Before departing Arlington for their return to Nashville, the Apples also were seen visiting the recently open memorial to all American women who have served in our countries armed forces. Not lost on the moment was the fact that Apple Patty Pender is herself a veteran having flown helicopters in the United States Army before joining the Apples as starting center fielder and team pilot.
**** PHOTOS BELOW ****
The Apples enjoyed the famous Cherry Blossom Festival in D.C.
JFK and the Eternal Flame
Apple pilot Patty Pender, an American Veteran
Tomb of the Unknowns
Challenger and Discovery Astronauts at Arlington
The Apples were seen at a sunrise service at the Jefferson Memorial
POTUS welcomes Apples
Wethepeople
Washington D.C.
In a trip not made public until it had concluded, it was today learned that the Apples this past weekend made a surprise visit to Washington D.C. as special guest of Barack Obama.
As is often the case, security issues prohibited the Apples from announcing their visit in advance. "We've been known to ruffle a few feathers in D.C." so we thought it best that we not make a big deal about the trip said AGFHOF Don Bernitt as he stepped off team plane Apple 1 following the teams return trip to Nashville.
The Apples visit to D.C. included an Easter Sunrise service at the Jefferson Memorial followed by a trip to visit the first family. "Not sure where the mix up happened but the President apparently had the dates wrong and was not home when we went by the White House" said Apple Patty Pender before climbing into a Secret Service limo for a 2 hour visit to Arlington National Cemetery.
"Arlington is a special place of hallowed grounds" said Bernitt as he described the visit that included viewings of the Changing of the Guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and quiet moments at the graves of John F Kennedy, Robert F Kennedy, Ted Kennedy and astronauts from the Challenger and Discovery disasters.
Before departing Arlington for their return to Nashville, the Apples also were seen visiting the recently open memorial to all American women who have served in our countries armed forces. Not lost on the moment was the fact that Apple Patty Pender is herself a veteran having flown helicopters in the United States Army before joining the Apples as starting center fielder and team pilot.
**** PHOTOS BELOW ****
The Apples enjoyed the famous Cherry Blossom Festival in D.C.
JFK and the Eternal Flame
Apple pilot Patty Pender, an American Veteran
Tomb of the Unknowns
Challenger and Discovery Astronauts at Arlington
The Apples were seen at a sunrise service at the Jefferson Memorial
Friday, March 26, 2010
Bernitt & Oliver to Announce
Decision Time Nears
Tic Toc Tic Toc
Nashville
Collegepreptoday
After a gruelling and often times stressful recruiting period, it has been learned that future Apples Chris Bernitt of Roanoke, Virginia and Jeff (JMan)Oliver of Newark,Delaware are now within days, or perhaps even hours of announcing their decisions on their college selections.
Bernitt, a 3 time Golf Digest "Star of Tomorrow" was rumored to have narrowed his choices to Big 10 powerhouse Penn State and the ACC's Wake Forest. However, sources close to Bernitt and speaking only on the condition of anonymity have indicated that a late run by the University of Virginia may sway Bernitt in the 11th hour. When contacted via text message, Bernitt replied by texting...i let u no ltor
Oliver,the hard throwing right hander from Caravel Academy who this past Jan. 1st joined the world renowned Polar Bear club along with his cousin Chris is reported to have eliminated both Stanford and Washington University from his list of potential selections and is now focusing on Vanderbilt and Penn State Medical. When contacted via text message, Oliver relied.. what chris said..
Along with these two future Apples, the sports world is also awaiting the pending announcement of Jeremy Bernitt of Potomac, MD. When contacted via text message, Jeremy replied..call my people.
And so it goes, as the next generation of Apples begin to bloom we have reached the point of "hurry up and wait."
Regardless where they go to college there is one thing they will all say for sure....
How bout them Nittany Lions, Demon Deacons, Cavaliers, Orangeman,Greenwave, APPLES!!
Tic Toc Tic Toc
Nashville
Collegepreptoday
After a gruelling and often times stressful recruiting period, it has been learned that future Apples Chris Bernitt of Roanoke, Virginia and Jeff (JMan)Oliver of Newark,Delaware are now within days, or perhaps even hours of announcing their decisions on their college selections.
Bernitt, a 3 time Golf Digest "Star of Tomorrow" was rumored to have narrowed his choices to Big 10 powerhouse Penn State and the ACC's Wake Forest. However, sources close to Bernitt and speaking only on the condition of anonymity have indicated that a late run by the University of Virginia may sway Bernitt in the 11th hour. When contacted via text message, Bernitt replied by texting...i let u no ltor
Oliver,the hard throwing right hander from Caravel Academy who this past Jan. 1st joined the world renowned Polar Bear club along with his cousin Chris is reported to have eliminated both Stanford and Washington University from his list of potential selections and is now focusing on Vanderbilt and Penn State Medical. When contacted via text message, Oliver relied.. what chris said..
Along with these two future Apples, the sports world is also awaiting the pending announcement of Jeremy Bernitt of Potomac, MD. When contacted via text message, Jeremy replied..call my people.
And so it goes, as the next generation of Apples begin to bloom we have reached the point of "hurry up and wait."
Regardless where they go to college there is one thing they will all say for sure....
How bout them Nittany Lions, Demon Deacons, Cavaliers, Orangeman,Greenwave, APPLES!!
Tuesday, March 23, 2010
Apples In Paradise Scare
Exuma, Bahamas
"A week in Paradise, with an afternoon scare." The words spoken by AGFHOF Don Bernitt upon arriving back in Nashville following a week of sun and fun in the Bahamas.
As special envoys to team founder John Beasley, the Apples last week traveled to the remote island of Great Exuma, Bahamas as part of an international goodwill tour to spread Coed Softball throughout the Caribbean.
In what was their first ever visit to the Bahamas, the Apples, like others before them found themselves treated to the stunning beauty of the white sand beaches and beautiful aqua blue waters of the Caribbean.
After several days of clinics to teach the finer points of softball to the locals, the Apples then boarded a private yacht for what was to be a day of island hopping and relaxation. Instead, the day turned nearly tragic as the Apples were victims of a rouge ocean wave that capsized their boat and had them fighting for their lives.
"Something didn't feel right" said Apple Patty Pender when describing the events of the harrowing afternoon. "We were exploring the islands when it happened. I saw these pigs, pigs I tell ya swimming in the ocean." "I've heard of pigs flying but never of pigs swimming" Pender added as she described the moments leading up to the capsizing.
"All of a sudden it was like someone threw me out of a golf cart, I was laying on the ground wondering what had happened." In reality, Pender and the Apples had been thrown from the boat and found themselves stranded on a island in the middle of the ocean.
Pender then relayed how she saw a bloodied Bernitt stumbling around the beach trying to regain his composure while sharks began to circle in the area. "I knew we were going to have to find a source of food, so I went in after them" Pender continued as described the hours that followed.
In addition to battling the Great White Sharks, the Apples soon discovered the island was also home to a colony of Iguanas. "Their fast little buggers, but boy are they good" added Pender when telling of a lunch of Conch, Shark and Iguana salad.
It was of good fortune that the yacht on which the Apples had traveled was equipped with a distress beacon signal that pinged out their remote location. In what seemed like both hours and days, the Apples were later that afternoon picked up by the Bahama Coast Guard and returned to the safety of the Grand Exuma and soon after escorted to the airport for their exit from the country and return to TN.
Attempts to reach authorities in the Bahamas to confirm the Apple visit and near death experience have been so far unsuccessful. It has however been learned that both the governments of China and the Bahamas have contacted Google and asked that all websites relating to Apple activity be censored or removed from the world wide web.
***PHOTOS BELOW***
The view from the Apples villa. The beauty and peace were soon shattered
The swimming pigs were a sign that something was wrong
"Yep, it's a pig"
The Apples were stranded on a remote Caribbean island
"They taste like chicken" said Bernitt when asked about the Iguanas
With blood in the water, sharks began to circle
Pender entered the water for hand to tail combat with the killer sharks
Bernitt and Pender were in good spirts when rescued from the remote island
"A week in Paradise, with an afternoon scare." The words spoken by AGFHOF Don Bernitt upon arriving back in Nashville following a week of sun and fun in the Bahamas.
As special envoys to team founder John Beasley, the Apples last week traveled to the remote island of Great Exuma, Bahamas as part of an international goodwill tour to spread Coed Softball throughout the Caribbean.
In what was their first ever visit to the Bahamas, the Apples, like others before them found themselves treated to the stunning beauty of the white sand beaches and beautiful aqua blue waters of the Caribbean.
After several days of clinics to teach the finer points of softball to the locals, the Apples then boarded a private yacht for what was to be a day of island hopping and relaxation. Instead, the day turned nearly tragic as the Apples were victims of a rouge ocean wave that capsized their boat and had them fighting for their lives.
"Something didn't feel right" said Apple Patty Pender when describing the events of the harrowing afternoon. "We were exploring the islands when it happened. I saw these pigs, pigs I tell ya swimming in the ocean." "I've heard of pigs flying but never of pigs swimming" Pender added as she described the moments leading up to the capsizing.
"All of a sudden it was like someone threw me out of a golf cart, I was laying on the ground wondering what had happened." In reality, Pender and the Apples had been thrown from the boat and found themselves stranded on a island in the middle of the ocean.
Pender then relayed how she saw a bloodied Bernitt stumbling around the beach trying to regain his composure while sharks began to circle in the area. "I knew we were going to have to find a source of food, so I went in after them" Pender continued as described the hours that followed.
In addition to battling the Great White Sharks, the Apples soon discovered the island was also home to a colony of Iguanas. "Their fast little buggers, but boy are they good" added Pender when telling of a lunch of Conch, Shark and Iguana salad.
It was of good fortune that the yacht on which the Apples had traveled was equipped with a distress beacon signal that pinged out their remote location. In what seemed like both hours and days, the Apples were later that afternoon picked up by the Bahama Coast Guard and returned to the safety of the Grand Exuma and soon after escorted to the airport for their exit from the country and return to TN.
Attempts to reach authorities in the Bahamas to confirm the Apple visit and near death experience have been so far unsuccessful. It has however been learned that both the governments of China and the Bahamas have contacted Google and asked that all websites relating to Apple activity be censored or removed from the world wide web.
***PHOTOS BELOW***
The view from the Apples villa. The beauty and peace were soon shattered
The swimming pigs were a sign that something was wrong
"Yep, it's a pig"
The Apples were stranded on a remote Caribbean island
"They taste like chicken" said Bernitt when asked about the Iguanas
With blood in the water, sharks began to circle
Pender entered the water for hand to tail combat with the killer sharks
Bernitt and Pender were in good spirts when rescued from the remote island
Tuesday, February 2, 2010
APPLES SLAM GROUNDHOG
Punxsutawney Phil Sees Shadow
Apples Don't Care
Whataboutglobalwarming.
The worlds most famous groundhog, Punxsutawney Phil, saw his shadow this morning and by doing so predicted six more weeks of winter.
"Give me a break" said AGFHOF Don Bernitt when he learned of Phils proclamation. Following a morning walk through the snow and ice outside the Apple compound in suburban Nashville, TN a then noticeably irate Bernitt questioned the politics and motives behind the morning announcement from Gobblers Knob, PA.
"This is no doubt a conspiracy brought on by teabaggers and other global warming deniers" added Bernitt. "Everyone knows that we are in the midst of epic climate change brought on by greedy American corporations that would not hesitate to destroy the environment for the sack of the almighty dollar."
"Look at the video from Punxsutawney this morning, the resaon the damn groundhog didn't see his shadow was because of the CO2 emissions being spewed from the coal mines across the road." "I'm surprised Punzsutawney Phil wasn't wearing an oxygen mask considering all the poison that the money grubbing bastards have let loose in the air."
"Heck, we have daffodils coming up near the bullpens already" continued Bernitt as he described how Spring practice starts earlier and earlier each year. "It use to be that we would enjoy the off season holidays and get to Valentines Day before it warmed up enough to shake the mud off our cleats, but not anymore." "It seems like the older we get, the more time it takes to get into shape to play ball" Bernitt said as he rubbed BenGay on his throwing shoulder that he injured in a sledding accident over the weekend.
"It absolutely makes me sick to my stomach that we have people who either don't know or don't care about what we are doing to the environment around us. "It's time for people to wake up and smell the early blooming roses." "It's time we listen to Al Gore, Groundhog Day is a day to spread misinformation and make millions of dollars in the process."
Go Solar, Go Green, Go Apples!
Apples Don't Care
Whataboutglobalwarming.
The worlds most famous groundhog, Punxsutawney Phil, saw his shadow this morning and by doing so predicted six more weeks of winter.
"Give me a break" said AGFHOF Don Bernitt when he learned of Phils proclamation. Following a morning walk through the snow and ice outside the Apple compound in suburban Nashville, TN a then noticeably irate Bernitt questioned the politics and motives behind the morning announcement from Gobblers Knob, PA.
"This is no doubt a conspiracy brought on by teabaggers and other global warming deniers" added Bernitt. "Everyone knows that we are in the midst of epic climate change brought on by greedy American corporations that would not hesitate to destroy the environment for the sack of the almighty dollar."
"Look at the video from Punxsutawney this morning, the resaon the damn groundhog didn't see his shadow was because of the CO2 emissions being spewed from the coal mines across the road." "I'm surprised Punzsutawney Phil wasn't wearing an oxygen mask considering all the poison that the money grubbing bastards have let loose in the air."
"Heck, we have daffodils coming up near the bullpens already" continued Bernitt as he described how Spring practice starts earlier and earlier each year. "It use to be that we would enjoy the off season holidays and get to Valentines Day before it warmed up enough to shake the mud off our cleats, but not anymore." "It seems like the older we get, the more time it takes to get into shape to play ball" Bernitt said as he rubbed BenGay on his throwing shoulder that he injured in a sledding accident over the weekend.
"It absolutely makes me sick to my stomach that we have people who either don't know or don't care about what we are doing to the environment around us. "It's time for people to wake up and smell the early blooming roses." "It's time we listen to Al Gore, Groundhog Day is a day to spread misinformation and make millions of dollars in the process."
Go Solar, Go Green, Go Apples!
Monday, December 21, 2009
APPLES WELCOME SPRINGTIME
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!
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 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
Sunday, November 22, 2009
ONE LUCKY APPLE
The Best Gift Ever
Apple Has It Made
youluckydog
Nashville, TN
Anyone who knows him will certainly agree, for those who don't, seeing is believing. For some time now it has been a well known fact that AGFHOF Don Bernitt is one of the luckiest guys alive. Why? it's simple, how many men out there can buy their better half power tools as holiday gifts and not only get away with it, but live to tell about it.
"No doubt I got me one special gal" said Bernitt this weekend as he sipped ice tea on a neighbors porch while watching Patty Pender go to work with the chain saw Bernitt gave her as a Valentine Day gift this past year.
"It hits you where you live" added Bernitt as he chocked back tears as Pender fired up her chain saw and went to work cutting down a holly tree whose time has come. "Is she something special or what?" added Bernitt before heading back into the house to continue his afternoon of watching college football.
Pender, who has become known as the go to girl in the neighborhood for those needing to borrow tools, showed that she knew what she was doing as she scoped out the yard and then fell the tree in the exact spot she intended.
Following the successful removal of the tree, it was again time for Bernitt to show why he can claim the title of "luckiest man alive" as he got up from the couch, strolled to the front door and yelled, "hey sweetie, what's for dinner?."
Now you know why again it is only a matter of time before he hear that now famous cheer.... How bout them Apples !!
**Video Below*
Apple Has It Made
youluckydog
Nashville, TN
Anyone who knows him will certainly agree, for those who don't, seeing is believing. For some time now it has been a well known fact that AGFHOF Don Bernitt is one of the luckiest guys alive. Why? it's simple, how many men out there can buy their better half power tools as holiday gifts and not only get away with it, but live to tell about it.
"No doubt I got me one special gal" said Bernitt this weekend as he sipped ice tea on a neighbors porch while watching Patty Pender go to work with the chain saw Bernitt gave her as a Valentine Day gift this past year.
"It hits you where you live" added Bernitt as he chocked back tears as Pender fired up her chain saw and went to work cutting down a holly tree whose time has come. "Is she something special or what?" added Bernitt before heading back into the house to continue his afternoon of watching college football.
Pender, who has become known as the go to girl in the neighborhood for those needing to borrow tools, showed that she knew what she was doing as she scoped out the yard and then fell the tree in the exact spot she intended.
Following the successful removal of the tree, it was again time for Bernitt to show why he can claim the title of "luckiest man alive" as he got up from the couch, strolled to the front door and yelled, "hey sweetie, what's for dinner?."
Now you know why again it is only a matter of time before he hear that now famous cheer.... How bout them Apples !!
**Video Below*
Thursday, November 19, 2009
APPLES SEND BIRTHDAY WISHES
Apples Celebrate Two Birthdays
Twin Brothers Seperated By 7 years
Hoyyezmoyyez
The Apples today join millions across the country, and around the world in extending warm birthday wishes to brothers, and future Apples Michael and Matty Oliver.
The Olivers, nephews of AGFHOF Don Bernitt, today turn 20 and 13 respectively. It's simply amazing said Bernitt as he recalled the day two decades ago when Michael burst onto the scene followed seven years to the day by his little brother Matty.
"As their grandfather has said many times, these guys are twin brothers separated by seven years." said Bernitt has he recalled a day a few months after Michael was born." "I can go on record as saying that I fed Michael his first bottle when he was a few months old." "I'll never forget it" added Bernitt, "his mother started crying saying that her baby didn't need her anymore." "Boy was she wrong."
"Michael and Matty are two great kids" continued Bernitt has he reflected on his trip to China this summer with Matty. "They both like to talk" added Bernitt. With Michael at the Air Force Academy, and Matty in Middle School, Bernitt said that they are never at a loss for words or a good story when he has a chance to visit or speak with them.
Following the traditional blowing out of the birthday candles and eating cake and ice cream, Bernitt was then put in an akward position when he was asked which of the birthday boys was his favorite. Bernitt answered by saying, "that's easy, it's J-Man, the kids a player."
Of course, Bernitt like any proud Uncle was joshing with his answer.."I have 16 nieces and nephews" continued Bernitt, "and they are all rock stars in my opinion." And so it goes, the years fly by and the kids become youngsters and adults, which can only lead to one thing. You guessed it.... How bout them Apples!
Twin Brothers Seperated By 7 years
Hoyyezmoyyez
The Apples today join millions across the country, and around the world in extending warm birthday wishes to brothers, and future Apples Michael and Matty Oliver.
The Olivers, nephews of AGFHOF Don Bernitt, today turn 20 and 13 respectively. It's simply amazing said Bernitt as he recalled the day two decades ago when Michael burst onto the scene followed seven years to the day by his little brother Matty.
"As their grandfather has said many times, these guys are twin brothers separated by seven years." said Bernitt has he recalled a day a few months after Michael was born." "I can go on record as saying that I fed Michael his first bottle when he was a few months old." "I'll never forget it" added Bernitt, "his mother started crying saying that her baby didn't need her anymore." "Boy was she wrong."
"Michael and Matty are two great kids" continued Bernitt has he reflected on his trip to China this summer with Matty. "They both like to talk" added Bernitt. With Michael at the Air Force Academy, and Matty in Middle School, Bernitt said that they are never at a loss for words or a good story when he has a chance to visit or speak with them.
Following the traditional blowing out of the birthday candles and eating cake and ice cream, Bernitt was then put in an akward position when he was asked which of the birthday boys was his favorite. Bernitt answered by saying, "that's easy, it's J-Man, the kids a player."
Of course, Bernitt like any proud Uncle was joshing with his answer.."I have 16 nieces and nephews" continued Bernitt, "and they are all rock stars in my opinion." And so it goes, the years fly by and the kids become youngsters and adults, which can only lead to one thing. You guessed it.... How bout them Apples!
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