Koalas

At the San Diego zoo, we saw the koalas. I just knew Leah and Joy would love to see this. I thought you might too.

Our Whaling trip

What a wonderful day we had watching the whales. We went approximately 15 miles out into the pacific ocean...we saw several whales. The excursion was wonderful! The mammals are huge! Though I didn't get to catch one diving up and out of the water, we did see several break the surface; their "blows" are definitely distinctive and cannot be confused with any thing else on the water. Check them out and see for yourself!

From Whale Watching

Our first couple of days in San Diego

On our first day, we spent most of it on Coronado Island, checking out the Military base (of course) and then the Hotel Del Coronado and the beach in front of it. Totally awesome! Like, hang 10 dude! check out the photos of the beach, the bay and the boats. Had a lot of fun in Mexico, where we were accosted by many pushy locals, all trying to sell us "something we don't need"! we did make a few purchases, though we knew that what we bought wasn't what they said it was, but that makes the experience complete. We had authentic Mexican food, and we didn't die, and Montezuma didn't get his revenge on us, so we had a very nice time.

From 2009-03-18 San Diego trip day 2

A California Wedding

So, Debbie and I were walking the beach on Coronado Island just outside the Hotel Del Coronado. She spotted a wedding. A very simple one. A bride, groom and preacher. So I thought I would take a few pics of them. (I asked permission of course!) I didn't get their names, but they looked very happy to be getting married, and I wish them well. I hope you like the photos, who ever you are!

From A Wedding

Airman of the Year and Promoted to SSgt

Congratulations are in order for Stephen. He was selected as Airman of the year for all of New York state, and was honored today during their monthly drill weekend. He was also promoted to the rank of Staff Sergeant. Congratulations Steve.... we're very proud of you!

Click on the photo to look at the rest of the collection, then watch the video of Stephen receiving recognition for his accomplisment.

From 2009-03-14 Stephen's Promotion and AOY ceremony

SP/4 Shaun Phillips returned from Iraq

Shaun actually returned a few weeks ago, but because his home station is in Colorado, he needed to return there for a few weeks before being allowed military leave. He's going to be home for a while. Make sure you thank him for his service to our great country!

From 2009-03-10 Shaun at airport

2009-03-09 Hockey at MilSher

Took some high ISO shots at the hockey game last night. The boys won 7-0, but lost their wallets.

From 2009-03-09 hockey

Welcome Hunter Freundschuh into the world!

I had the opportunity to spend an hour or so with Tim and Sarah Freundschuh today at Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital. Mom and baby are doing great! Tim on the other hand.... well, you know how hard child birth is on the father.

Here are some of the photos we took. Click on the photo and you'll be directed to the rest of the album.

From 2009-03-07 Hunter Freundschuh