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This is a question my brother and I were searching for an answer for durng the first and second rounds of the tournament in Portland, Oregon.
We asked basketball fans…bartenders…even the Western Kentucky cheerleaders. No one would or could tell us what a hilltopper was…until now.

“The evolution of the nickname ‘Hilltoppers’ is obvious to those who have seen the Western Kentucky campus. – Since the summit of ‘the Hill’ rises 232 feet above nearby Barren River and the comparatively level plain that surrounds it, it was only natural that the athletes who represented the institution should come to be known as the ‘Hilltoppers.’”

Go Toppers!

And finally if you ever get a chance to go to a March Madness game, go, you’ll love it. This video explains it all.

First rule of scotch club, what happens during scotch club stays at scotch club. But at least I can let you know what we drank…and how to taste.
First up…Aberlour 16yr

Next up…Ledaig 10yr

And finally a bonus bottle…Balvenie 12yr

Thanks to GoodRec for hosting.

Took a little trip Saturday up to San Anselmo, Cowgirl Creamery, and Tomales Bay.
Had Tony’s BBQ Oysters…and you know what…surprisingly good!

Had a great time vacationing in Sunny and Hot Mexico for a week.
Stayed at the world famous El Cid…all inclusive I might add.

Had some great eats at the Playa Bruja.

Caught an 80 lb. 8 foot long Sail fish.

Saw a bunch of porpoise.

Can’t wait to get back next year!

Went to Farmer John’s Pumpkin Patch in Half Moon Bay for my Dad’s birthday.

Played a little bocce ball in Livermore at Campo di Bocce.

Continued the great summer concert series with a little Dave Matthews Band at the Greek in Berkeley.