Cowabunga!

HomeCOWming!! Cow is BACK!

2010-01-06T22:23:00.002-05:00

Alright everyone - here's the scoop. On New Year's Eve, I received a package in my mailbox. Much to my surprise, COW CAME HOME!!! And to our surprise, he came home with a BABY!!!!! So many questions.....but one remains......WHO TOOK COW? WHO BROUGHT HIM HOME? And...........WHAT'S the BABY'S NAME?!?!?!

I have the picture of the newly expanded family - but we are waiting...just a little longer......so stay tuned!

Merry Christmoooooos!!!!

2010-01-06T22:19:00.003-05:00

Cow was busy over the holiday - and apparently enjoyed the 24 inch snow fall we had!

A night on the town.....

2010-01-05T22:25:00.004-05:00

Okay everyone - remember that cow is a 21 year old cow, on a mission to find sponsorship for a turf field! Do NOT try this at home!

"Don't you like how I strategically placed this menu under me to give you clues as to where I am? Can you guess? Can ya? Can ya??"

"Hmm....I've 'herd' of this game before....."

"I DIDN'T DO IT! IT WASN'T ME! NOBODY SAW ME! CAN'T PROVE ANYTHING!"

"Wow - I've heard of stoicism, but you're pretty cold."

"I had fun here....and because of our g-rated audience, I can't show more than this.....but man - the picts are hilarious!!"

Cow left his heart in San Franciscow!

2010-01-05T22:14:00.010-05:00

So do you think he was hanging with the 49 ers out there?? I'VE never been to San Francisco!

"Mama -

Moo - and all that bull. I hope you and the family are doing well. Just wanted to let you know that I think I left my heart in San Francisco. I can't believe Christmas is almost here. What do you want?

Cow"

"Oh look! A giant toothpick!!"

"Hmmm...I like the sign, but a little more mystefied about the sky in the background that's in the shape of the United States!"

"Love the bridge - do NOT want to cross it."

"Uh - why am I closer?"

"Ok - you people aren't right."

"Great! A perfect place to HURL after crossing that bridge that was a gazillion feet above water!"

"Why do I have a sudden craving for rice?"

"Ok - it's time to get home. I feel homesick...or maybe just sick."

Pinehurst, NC anyone?

2010-01-05T22:04:00.006-05:00

Okay everyone - smack my hand, because cow has been VERY busy and he was in Pinehurst, NC a couple of months back - and I'm just NOW reporting it!!! Here's what cow had to say:

"Just getting back from a nice trip to Pinehurst, NC. I got car sick on the drive down - have you ever had anyone you know get car sick? Not pretty.Nice weather in NC. I got to drive the golf cart again. Saw a statue of a guy named Payne Stewart. He was a famous golfer. Met some folks in the pro shop and a friendly lady at the hotel. All and all it was a nice trip, but I'm a bit tired of chasing a little white ball around. I have one more trip planned - then maybe I'll try to make it back home. Where do we live again?Oh, I got car sick on the way home too. I think it was the leather seats. Not cool.

Cow"

"Um - Can I get another phone book people?!? A little trouble seeing here..."

"If I push it in with my horns, is that considered cheating?"

"Oh! Oh! A treasure map! I have 3 more clues to go!!"

"It only took me 47 shots to make this hole!!! Is......is that good?"

Cow Game!

2009-10-30T20:49:00.002-04:00

Hey Cow! Check out this great game you can play while you're hanging in the airport or cruising in your new wheels. It "moo"ves quickly, so good luck!

Mom

http://www.ferryhalim.com/orisinal/g2/cow.htm

Cow's "Choice" Car!

2009-10-30T20:34:00.002-04:00

So here's Cow's reply to Mom's find on a set of wheels. By the way Cow - I LOVE the license plate, but couldn't you get one that said "Raiders" on it? LOL:

"Thanks, but I prefer a convertable - I like to feel the air rushing through my horns. I still need to learn to drive and it would also be quite useful to have opposable thumbs so I can actually grab the "steer"ing wheel. By the way, do you realize how hard it is to type with no fingers?!

Cow"

p.s. - if you learn to type with your udders, that just might be the funniest thing I'll ever see.

Cow's SWEET ride!

2009-10-29T23:18:00.004-04:00

Hey Cow! I found you a moo-velous set of wheels to get you through Hollywood...in style! What do you think? Black and white punch buggy - no punch back!

Hollywood Stars!!!

2009-10-29T15:08:00.004-04:00

The Queen star reminded me of the Raiders - "We are the Champions!"....sing it.

"Okay - I just saw a commercial with Chris Farley and David Spade last night...it's a NEW... commercial...did anyone else get freaked out by that?"

"I suddenly feel the urge to go 'Back to School'"

"Weeee are the champions...(ba da da) of the WOOOOOORRRRRLD."

Hooray for Hollywood!

2009-10-29T14:54:00.005-04:00

"Hi Mom - Just getting ready to leave Los Angeles. Met some good folks out here. They took me to the park, Venice Beach, the Boulevard, Golds Gym etc... I was able to meet the famous wrestler "Stone Cold" Steve Austin! He's the bald guy in the blank tank. What a fun time.Starting to get homesick, but still have some more stops to make - I'm off to another exciting place! Cow"

"Dude! This guy is HUGE! -Even to a Heifer like ME!"

"Okay, I'm scared. Do I look scared?"

"Hey! Does your shirt say Raiders Football? I can't read upsidedown. (I made more comments while they took this picture of me, but keep in mind it's a G-rated audience!)

"Okay, first - you need a shower. Second, you have a TON of wax in your ear."

Cow makes it Los Angeles!

2009-10-29T14:32:00.009-04:00

Look everyone! Cow made it to the Gold's Gym in LA! I guess he
needed to work out his "calves"...

Here's what cow had to say:

"Some pictures of me at the Golds Gym in LA. Those dudes are buff. "

"I'm going to hug him and squeeze and hold him and pet him and I'm going to call him George!"

The Trophy Ceremony

2009-10-18T22:55:00.003-04:00

"Can you believe it? They named a team after Boca Burgers! I'm TOTALLY flattered! It's vegetarian!"

"Just for one moment....to experience the sweet glory of victory. What would that be like?"
"And now ladies and gentlemen, please join in for the National Anthem."

The Wide World of Sports

2009-10-18T22:42:00.005-04:00

"Okay - the Raiders DEFINITELY need a turf field. This is SWEET! Although, I'm getting a little hungry. Is there a snack bar?"

"Check out the feed bag! This is WAY better than hay!"

"I think Gold is my color - don't you?"

"Woo-hoo! I have NO idea who's holding me, but there's a cool trophy next to me so that HAS to be good! Hey - that person in gold on top is my size!"

Back to Tampa Baby!

2009-10-18T22:04:00.007-04:00

"Sooo.....I've heard of the breast stroke, the butterfly, and a swan dive. Is there a filet mignon style?"

"Not exactly what I was expecting, but I'll go with it. So what is this thing? Is it like a P.A. system?

'HELLO...HELlo...HEllo....Hello...hello...'"

"They tried to find a helmet for me, but nothing could fit over my horns. I've been in the same position for hours by the way because I have no idea what the flying bleep to do from here. Perhaps we could ride on something else?"

"ARE YOU KIDDING?!?! Wait - I don't even think he knows I'm here! LOL!!!! Nanny nanny boo boo! You can't catch me!"

"Okay - time to check sports, how the Raiders did, and call home to Mom. I wonder how the meat market, I mean the stock market is doing."

2009-10-18T21:13:00.007-04:00

"Okay, first of all? I think that cow on the milk is related to me because we have the EXACT same snout. Second...could they have at least gotten ballpark franks? Personally, I dig that they plump when ya cook 'em"

"HEY! He looks just like ME! Black......white.....I could give him a big kiss! Wait a minute! That would be a GREAT name for a band!"

"Rickemrackem, Firecracker, Shish-boomba! Cows! Cows! Ra Ra Ra!"

"Oh...give me a home....where the buffalo roam......."

What's next for me........?????

Look Where I am now!!! Gymnastics anyone?

2009-10-18T20:42:00.004-04:00

"So THIS is what these metal boxes are for! SWEET! I'm heading for Vegas next baby!"

"Hey - your tongue is like sandpaper, so take it easy on the licking. I've already had a bath anyway."

"Fred? Bob? Is that YOU? Man! You wouldn't BELIEVE where I've been! There's a whole new WORLD out there! I love what you've done with the place by the way."

"I wonder where my new friends are taking me next......."

"Okay, I'm feeling light-headed and seeing dots. Is this normal?"

"You want me to do WHAT in WHERE? You first little men."

"I don't know what's funnier...me on this, or how tiny I look in the picture."

"Eat... my... MANURE Kurt Thomas!"

"Whew! I could use a vacation after this!"

Being passed....like a piece of meat!

2009-10-07T22:11:00.010-04:00

So here's a day in the life of.....sweet deal cow has! Good work!

Who's the dude??? Hmmmmm..

"Good form, nice swing, a little tense, but we can work on that."

"Um.....a little help here? I'm VERTICALLY CHALLENGED PEOPLE!!!"

"I'm going to milk this moment for all it's worth...."

"Huh - I'm pretty thirsty and hungry after all that golf."

"Oh thank GOD it's chicken!"

"SWEET RIDE!!!! Check ME out! Although....I think the seat is leather and....Steve....is that you???!"

"LOOK AT ME! WEE-HOO!!

Where am I going NOW?!?!?"

Meanwhile, back at the ranch!

2009-10-07T21:56:00.003-04:00

Okay - so no kidding, my Aunt Vicky sent me this article from Bryn Mawr, PA - it made the front page!!!!! Just see for yourself.

Coincidence???? I think NOT!!! Take a good look at the cow here! It looks a LOT like.....

.....THAT Cow!!!

Look where cow has been!!!

2009-10-07T21:46:00.003-04:00

Okay folks - here's the latest email from cow. We've all been a little busy, but MAN this is getting exciting. He's CLEARLY being passed around and around and around.... Where he stops.....NOBODY KNOWS!

COW'S EMAIL

Hi - never made it to Kentucky, was too busy meeting some other friends.
As you can see from my pictures, we drove around a little bit this week, played hoops, rolled around the yard a little bit, grabbed some grub and then was introduced to a new football team - do you know the Hurricanes? Seemed like nice boys. Also made it to the meat market where I threw up in my mouth a little, it's not a nice place. Although, the heffer out front was nice. The next day I got up and went searching for something to do, but was feelin a bit pinkish from the night before as I was out at some place with a bunch of Loonies. I found a really cool pasture that was all mowed down for my size, but there were these guys hackin at some poor little white ball. I got to drive the cart, hang out with their weapons.This really nice lady stopped by with what these guys said was some swing oil and they needed some. The actually used quite a bit. I checked it out and it was the same oil they serve at that place that made me pinkish. They allowed me inside the ropes to see how this swing oil works......its pretty good stuff because it made them laugh and tell funny jokes.....also it allowed them to go into the woods and look for that little white ball they were punishing.....not sure why they would go in there when their little white ball was in the green pasture, but one guy said its the swing oil ..... and they began to call me beef-o-rama.......we then left there to a place where turtles hang out so they can have more swing oil and scream at a bunch of guys killing each other over some poor little pig with no legs in a TV......Then I was passed along like a piece of meat...

More pictures to follow...

Mooooo!

Cow

2009-10-01T09:14:00.002-04:00

Hi cow! I hope you're having fun getting ready to travel to Kentucky. What the heck is in Kentucky anyway? I thought you would want to know that Jamie Costello from WMAR news is updating your whereabouts daily on the morning news! LOL! I'm looking through some old picts from our family album and will post some later today for you.......

Cowabunga!

Mom

Latest news from cow!

2009-09-30T14:17:00.000-04:00

Hi - Back from the big apple. You are not going to believe this, but I left my Moo-nolta camera in my room. I hope to have it mailed to me this week. Will send some photos - didn't get around that much, but have some good skyline pictures of me and the city. Might be going to Kentucky this weekend to visit some friends - you would not believe how many relatives I have around this country. Talk soon.

Cow

Cow in New York and his new favorite song!

2009-09-28T08:40:00.002-04:00

Here's the latest from cow everyone. Picts coming soon - but check out the song! it's a moot! I mean hoot!

Hey - I made it to NY. The Big Apple. Going to go have dinner and maybe see some sights tonight, then back to the hotel for a bath, then some sleep. Send pictures soon.Nice to see the Raiders won this weekend. Keep up the good work boys! Oh, here is my new favorite song...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kcRJUqykLkc

Cow

Golf Tournament & Homecoming

2009-09-26T17:28:00.002-04:00

Cow! You sure were missed on Friday. Our stand in mascot attended two events to help show support for our team while you were vacationing in Florida. We had an utterly good time at the Sykesville Raiders Golf Tournament. Our Stand in cow drove the golf cart around with the coach's wife to help pass out beverages. Don't worry- no milk was spilled. There is a picture here of him with Coach Jim & Coach Sam. All day long people were asking about you and if you were alright or coming home soon.

Friday night you missed our homecoming. There was laser tag, moo-n bounce, cotton candy, and probably best of all the pie toss. Coach Jim was a good sport while many of the boys on the team threw pies at him. Cow Mom noted that he was lucky they were not throwing Cow pies!

We hope you had a good time in Florida- be safe and we hope you come home soon!

Your friend-

Cow fan

Raiders win one for you cow!!

2009-09-26T13:54:00.002-04:00

Cow! Big win for the Raiders over the Ellicott City Patriots!!! 14-0! Justin Mintzer scored the first touchdown and your brother Justin had another great interception! Cow Coach Jim's son Tommy had a touchdown too! We even got a safety during the game - details to follow with picts.

We hope Tampa is a blast. Is it hot down there? Is that how you make hot chocolate milk? Well, Jack had hot chocolate at the game in your honor.

Have fun!

Mom

Don't forget to moisturize...

2009-09-25T22:24:00.001-04:00

COW!

Since you're in sunny Florida, it's important to keep those udders moisturized from the heat! Did you remember your Mooui sunnglasses? Here's a pict of your favorite cream in case you need to pick up some up while you're down there!

COW IN TAMPA!!!

2009-09-24T22:09:00.004-04:00

Here's cow's email!

Hi - Late getting into Tampa tonight, but I thought I would send you a couple of pictures to let you know I am okay. Hanging out with some friends downtown. It will be a quick couple of days, but I hope to get out tonight and possibly over to the bay tomorrow. It's hot down here - sweating like a pig.

Cow

Don't forget your car seat!

2009-09-24T22:04:00.002-04:00

Cow! For heaven's sake, don't forget your car seat for the plane! FAA regualtions state that anyone with 2 or more udders must be seated in a government approved booster! So I looked around for you today and found something you might like. I just hope it's not your Uncle or something.

Mom

New Message from Cow

2009-09-23T20:48:00.000-04:00

Hi - Just thought I'd check in to let you know I am on my way south. They really pack em in on these airplanes nowadays - like a cattle car. I'm having fun, but starting to miss you guys. Tell the boys I said hello.

Cow

YOU'RE ON YOUTUBE!

2009-09-23T15:12:00.003-04:00

Cow - your ABC interview is on youtube for the world to see : ) !!! There's a rumor out there that says you won't return home until the Sykesville Raiders get a turf field. You know, that's ironic - since first game you missed was a turf field. Hmmm.....well, I hope you get to a good football game in your travels! In the meantime, here's your youtube link!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=apuTv3SeGEA

Mom

LATEST EMAIL FROM COW!

2009-09-22T20:42:00.000-04:00

Sorry I've been out of touch. You've probably been asking yourself "Where's the beef?" Well, I never made it on my trip this weekend - I was supposed to go to LA with friends, but I contracted the Swine Flu! Can you believe it, me, the Swine Flu. In any case, I'll forward you some pictures of me recuperating as soon as I am feeling up to downloading the pictures. Although I didn't make it to LA, I'm off to someplace sunny later this week - stay tuned for some great shots of me having fun in the sun. Then off to the Big Apple next week! Man, I'm living large.

Cow.

First Day of Training

2009-09-22T19:05:00.005-04:00

Cow -

Well, since you're not around for now, we're trying to get your stand-in to get in shape for the team. Here are some picts of his first day of training. He had a little trouble with the flank - I mean....plank. Instructor Deb was a huge help!

YOU MADE ABC NEWS!

2009-09-21T13:33:00.002-04:00

Cow -

Like it or not, you are a celebrity! Everyone wants to know where you will turn up next. Vegas? DC? Somewhere closer to home? The local Bar(n)? LOL. I'll tell you one thing - I went to the grocery store to get SOY milk, and just about had a cow when I saw the carton! By they way, here's the link to your story!

http://www.abc2news.com/news/local/story/Missing-Mascot-Has-Parents-Upset/HWgJ1RdS4EK_mQEALJMJfg.cspx

Cow is going on a roadtrip!

2009-09-20T22:50:00.000-04:00

Okay folks - I'm passing along an email from cow....I can't wait to see where he went over the weekend!

"Hi - having fun. Will be heading out on my trip tomorrow and will try to "steer" clear of any trouble. I'll try to send y'all some pictures if I can find an internet "calf"e.

Cow"

Buckle up!

2009-09-20T22:45:00.000-04:00

Cow - there's been some concern over your safety while you travel. Remember...look both ways before crossing the street, don't let your udders drag, and don't moo at strangers. Do NOT accept milk from a stranger, even if it's chocolate. Last but not least - buckle up!

WHAT A GAME! RAIDERS WIN!

2009-09-20T22:34:00.000-04:00

COW! You missed a moozy! I mean.....doozy! The Sykesville Raiders E-2 team won over Silver Spring, 13-0! Your brother Justin had an interception! In fact, there were 3 interceptions that game - it was unreal! The downside, you weren't there, but you were in spirit. Here are some snaps of your temp with the team.

My Starbucks run just isn't the same

2009-09-20T22:13:00.000-04:00

Cow - I made our usual Starbucks run and ordered your favorite: a Grande triple-shot, half-calf, soy, sugar-free, cinnamon dulce latte, no whip, with room, extra hot. By the way, your Barista Andy said hi.

The Sykesville Raiders and Chick-fil-A rally for Cow!

2009-09-20T21:55:00.001-04:00

Okay Cow - a ton of your cousin's, Uncle's, Aunt's, and whoever else in your lineage, came to Thursday's practice to support your adventure and rally for your safe return! In honor of your brave trip, Chick-fil-A presented us with a temporary mascot for the team to keep Cow spirit alive. They also had a zillion little moos that they handed out to spread the word! It was a moooooving night at Obrecht fields. The Sykesville Cheerleaders chanted for you, and ABC news even showed up to grab some footage!

Cow's email and first picts out on his own....

2009-09-20T21:45:00.000-04:00

Hi - I was out playing today. Had some fun at the park. Played on the jungle gym and shot some hoops. I'm taking a big trip this weekend and will send some pictures from the road. I can't wait to get out of town! Tell everyone hello and I'll be mooing at you soooooon. (woops, just pooped on the floor, I've really got to learn to control that).

Cow

The Reply

2009-09-19T09:25:00.001-04:00

Dear Cow -

Wow - I had no idea you felt so trapped and neglected! Your udder buddies really miss you! And the cats are wandering around like, "Nice job Mom! NOW who are we going to play with?"

I hope you enjoy the outside world and visit some fun places! Maybe you'll make some new friends and meet some family. I think your Uncle is a famous spokescow for Chick-Fil-A. If you get a kids meal while you're there, remember that you can trade in the toy for a free ice cream.

If you make it to the mall, they have an awesome Merry go round! Maybe you can see if you're related to Maggie Moo. It's right next door!

I do hope you have a fun adventure, and the Sykesville Raiders hope to see you soon. By the way, they have a home game Saturday, Sept. 19th, at Obrecht fields, 11:30 a.m. Maybe you can sneak a peak to wish the team good luck!!

Cow's first email: I took a hike!

2009-09-19T09:22:00.000-04:00

Hi -First, I'm sorry. By now you are probably wondering where I am. Well, I needed to get out. Just needed some space and some time to find myself. I know that I don't say too much and usually am just standing around posing for pictures and being cute and stuff, but lately I realized that I don't even know who I am. Am I simply here for the amusement of others? I might as well be a stuffed toy. Anyway, I sneaked out when you guys weren't looking and hitched a ride to anywhere USA. What a world out here! I'll send some pictures if I can and will email you again soon when I get to another place that has a connection. Alot of the barns I am staying in don't have any internet connections. So please don't worry about me - I am having an udderly ridiculous time - and that is no bull!

Be back soon.

Your Friend,Cow

His first game

2009-09-19T09:09:00.000-04:00

Here's his first big game against North Carroll. It was a beautiful day - lots of bees! North Carroll won 14-6, but the touchdown we got was the most incredible 10 yard pass for a touchdown you could imagine! The boys played their hearts out and they were all winners that day!

Scrimmage

2009-09-19T00:25:00.000-04:00

Here's cow on the way to his first scrimmage! Being on the dash when there's a sudden stop is probably not the smartest thing.

2009-09-19T00:13:00.000-04:00

Hello fans! Cow is corresponding to let us know he's safe and sound and just needs a change of scenery. Here are some pictures of him training for his mascot position to stay strong for the team.