Ryan Nibouar

Nicaragua Pt. 1

admin — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 20:09:20 +0000

Nicaragua has been great to us. We’ve moved at a pretty quick pace on this trip and jumped around quite a bit which is why I haven’t had time to update my blog. Oh well, that’s what vacation is all about. Below are a few pictures from the first part of the trip.

Windmills along the coast of Lake Nicaragua

Sun setting in San Juan Del Sur

Stopped along the dirt road somewhere between San Juan Del Sur and Rivas to watch a midday baseball game

It is not regulation to have a horse in the outfield. It just happened to be grazing there when the game started.

Our casita in Two Brothers near Las Salinas

Looking out our back door

Our view from the back yard

My favorite spot was the hammock by the pool that overlooks the ocean. The hammock was sooo high off the ground!

View of the coast from the surf boat

Ira smiling big on the bow of the boat after getting barreled

The best New Year's party. Tons of fireworks, bonfire on the beach, drinks, and great friends!

A view of Derek's Place where we stayed on Little Corn Island

Our Swiss Family Robinson style accomodations. Our place was called the bottle house because the windows were all made from Flor de Caña rum bottles.

Hammock Time on the beach at Derek's

Walking through the muddy jungle at night barefoot, I stepped on a stick and put a massive hole in the bottom of my foot.

Had to take a boat to Big Corn to see a doctor. They made me take a number.

Dr. David had a bird to keep us company in the outdoor waiting area.

Flor de Caña took our mind off the all the rain we experienced on Little Corn. It helped my injured foot feel better too.

Scott doing what any guy would do if they found two coconuts on the beach

A game of coconut football in the rain. Rum may have been involved.

Scott on one of our many, many boat rides

The view from Casa Canada where we stayed after being unable to get off the island

Just one of our iguana friends hanging out on the beach

This boat has all the necessities. Toña being the most popular beer in Nicaragua.

Boat harbor on Big Corn at sunset

Looking out to see from the dock

Wiener Dog Races

admin — Mon, 24 Oct 2011 01:46:04 +0000

Just wanted to give a glimpse of what was seen at Oktoberfest this afternoon. That’s all.

Wizard of the Day

admin — Wed, 24 Aug 2011 00:30:58 +0000

Danny’s wizards are the best. I look forward to seeing a new one every day, and now their is a new site dedicated to just them. Check it out! Wizard of the Day

Here are a few of my favorites:

Holocene – Friday Morning Video

admin — Fri, 19 Aug 2011 15:39:34 +0000

This little boy is doing life right.

BON IVER “Holocene” from nabil elderkin on Vimeo.

Monday Night Movie – Fight For Your Right Revisited

admin — Tue, 16 Aug 2011 05:09:27 +0000

I remember back in high school listening to Beastie Boys with my good friend Hank. I think Fight For Your Right was released in ’86 when I was four years old. I can’t believe it has been almost 25 years. Here’s the new video commemorating 25 years of being a B Boy. How many celebrity cameos can you spot?

Monday Morning Movie – 8 Hours in Brooklyn

admin — Mon, 15 Aug 2011 15:59:10 +0000

Had to post this after watching it this morning. Absolutely amazing!

8 Hours in Brooklyn from Next Level Pictures on Vimeo.

Quick Chicago Again

admin — Mon, 08 Aug 2011 05:38:23 +0000

Spent a couple nights in Chicago this week. Had a great view of Lake Michigan.

Two Harbors, Catalina

admin — Mon, 08 Aug 2011 05:24:44 +0000

A few weeks ago I was fortunate enough to be invited to go camping in Catalina by Keslie and Rory. I was accompanied by Dave, Scott, Michelle and a whole campground full of great people. It was my first time camping in Two Harbors and it was one of the best weekends ever.

Here is a little crab movie I made as a time lapse:

And here are some other random pictures from the weekend:

San Francisco with old friends

admin — Mon, 13 Jun 2011 03:52:28 +0000

I was lucky enough to spend a quick weekend in San Francisco with old friends. The most amazing part was that we were able to pick up right we we left off. It was like a single day hadn’t passed since we were last together. One of the best weekends I’ve ever had.

Quick Chicago

admin — Fri, 03 Jun 2011 17:58:06 +0000

Made a quick trip to Chicago a couple weeks ago for work. I didn’t have too much free time but I managed to venture out and take in a bit of the city. A few of the highlights are below.