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ALIVE!

2008-08-28T11:21:00.000-07:00

After much searching and quite a bit of frustration, Pam hasa new laptop. We found out DELL could not ship a new laptop until mid-September and when Pam asked me to lacate the nearest MAC Store she was not impressed to learn the nearest MAC store was in Seattle (2000 miles away). After much research Pam opted for a new SONY model. She is back up and running so drop her an email saying 'hello'. Thank god we saved her shoe too. I think it was just in the nick of time!

DEAD!

2008-08-26T22:32:00.000-07:00

Tonight Pam's laptop died. She sits in her Anchorage hotel room working on business for tomorrow's meetings and the laptop completely went black and will not reboot. We knew the day was coming but we didn't think this soon. So, the question is PC vs. MAC. Who is the strongest? PC appears to be a little cheaper and has more power but MAC has catchy jingles. I don't know jack about MAC. The MAC website basically says "we are better than PC." What does that tell me? Notta!!! If any of you out there have experience with both, PC and MAC clue me in. We have to act quick or Pam will become violent. Last time that happened she took her shoe off and threw it at the ground. We wouldn't want that to happen again would we??? Please help ,for pete sake a shoe may be at risk here!

Senior Season

2008-08-23T21:21:00.000-07:00

Here are a couple of photos of Ashley. A Portland senior whom I shot at the Portland Rose Garden. It was my first trip to the Rose Garden and it's a pretty nice place!

Plenty-O-Happenings

2008-08-22T21:05:00.000-07:00

Looooooong time no post. I will attempt to do better! It has been a wild and wacky summer with small changes and major life changes. Pam has accepted a position in Alaska so we packed our house and shipped it north. Pam and Molly departed yesterday and Hank and I are bachelors for a few months. I will be retiring from the Coast Guard and we will move north with Pam and Molly. But until then -FOOTBALL!!!- Hank has started practice and the late autumn nights of practice are upon us. t looks to be an exciting season and the high school team looks to have a legit shot to go deep in the play-offs! It is going to be a great season. I haven't been shooting much with the move and all but I have managed to get in a few Senior photo shoots will update with photos ASAP. I even squeezed in a couple of weddings to boot.
Until next time, GO STEELERS!

Back from "Kotz" ebue

2008-06-29T11:55:00.000-07:00

Fish Camps along the Chukchee Sea (body of water north of the Bering Sea).

City of Kotzebue

Local man fishing along the city water front.

Cost of living in Kotzebue. Shipping is very expensive.

Pam and Molly in Kotzebue, Chuckchee Sea in the background.

Typical mode of travel in Kotzebue.

Moose and Cariboo antlers lay everywhere.

Look at the treasures you find once the snow melts!

Cemetary for all denominations outside of Kotzebue.

Going to the post office in Kotz.

One word says plenty here. Being able to pronounce the word is another issue.

Long time, no post! We returned from Kotzebue Last weekend. It was a whirlwind trip. Pam had business and Molly and I just hung out ansd soaked up the unique culture. Some would say Kotz is a dirty, run down town 34 miles above the Arctic Circle. I would say it is a town of layers and textures. People forget this is one harsh environment in the winter. Hard on equipment and hard on buildings and anything else exposed to the elements. Yes things could have been picked up around town but don't forget ice break up was only a month ago. Kotzebue in September is an awesome place. After Kotz, we went to Anchorage and saw the Smylie's. They took us to Hatcher Pass and we feasted on Halibut. We spent the night at Alyeska. Too bad it wasn't winter when the powder is steep and deep!

Fathers Day

2008-06-15T07:27:00.000-07:00

How did you wake up this Father's Day morning? I woke up in a new 4 season mountaineering tent I have had my eye on for about 3 years now! Yesterday Hank and Molly surprised me with the Mountain Hardwear tent and Hank and I tested it out for the first time last night. As we laid in the new chateau, we heard racoon's fight, sea lions snarl, and the gastric windstorm caused by a certain 11 year old tent mate.

I can honestly say, I have the best kids in the world. I am proud of Nistassa and admire her independence, ability to see right from wrong and the kind heart she inherited from her Grandma. Hank is a person all to himself. He is intelligent, spiritual, thoughtful, helpful, sometimes slightly funny, and someone I look forward to spending many, many nights in a tent with. Molly aka: Brie-Brie, Spider Monkey is full of energy, has the cutest smile, very independent, and has the best laugh any Dad could ever hear!

I am lucky to have the kids I have and am proud of who they are and who they are growing to be.

Can you canoe?!?!

2008-06-05T10:29:00.000-07:00

This past weekend I was invited to go canoeing on the Queets River in Washington. Six guys, three canoes, what could go wrong?

I grew up canoeing and my counter parts are all "experienced" Search and Rescue pilots for the Coast Guard who claim to be experienced outdoorsmaen. It was the perfect combination for a good time. Little did I know, three canoes would soon be two canoes. How soon you ask? Within 20 seconds I would say... Steve and I launched and quickly ran the first set of small rapids, we eddied out and waited for the next canoe to follow our line. Within a matter of seconds they hit the first rock broad side, Marcus was launched from the canoe and Eric fell out on the current side. Within about ten seconds the current wrapped the aluminum canoe around the rock like a piece of foil around a baked potato! No one was hurt and I couldn't stop laughing! Unfortunately their day was done before it started and one canoe was sacrafised to the God's of the mighty Queets River. I am pretty sure while we finished the 20 mile trek Marcus and Smith stripped out of their wet clothes and huddled in a sleeping bag to warm up, such actions are normal ops for Officer's -especially pilots.

Big plays by brothers!

2008-05-21T13:51:00.001-07:00

Last night I covered the 2nd round play-off game for the Daily Astorian. With rain beating down and a 15 kt. wind I headed to the field. Pam was out of town so I had my right hand man Hank assisting me since I also had Molly on my back in a backpack. Not a fun way to shoot a game given the weather conditions! The game was the most exciting game I have been to all year. Here are a few photos and you can read the article for yourself http://www.dailyastorian.com/main.asp?SectionID=37&SubSectionID=476&ArticleID=51546

The great thing about this team is there are two sets of brothers, both Senior, Sophomore combos, and both sets of brothers compliment one another athletically and verbally. What the article won't tell you is the person who made the play of the game/season (Sam Johnson) was the only player not picked to be on the all-league team. He is the backbone of the team and there is no one more deserving! Way to prove 'em wrong Sammy!

Cooperationally challenged

2008-05-18T17:22:00.000-07:00

A few days ago I attempted to take a few photos of Molly. I bought her a new dress *and hat*. I took her to the park and Hank and I did everything possible to get her to smile, sit still, wear her hat and just look like a happy 1 yeard old for just one second. Here is the best image of the day...

Steve, Kate, and Ceanne

2008-05-18T16:09:00.000-07:00

A couple of pictures taken yesterday Steve and Kate and Molly's playmate, Ceanne before the fog rolled in yesterday.

Bill Clinton comes to town!

2008-05-12T11:53:00.000-07:00

Clinton came to Astoria at the last minute, and The Daily Astorian asked me to "shoot him". Sorry, poor choice of words... Anyway it was quite an interesting ordeal. All in all, it was a great learning experience for me, one I won't soon forget. I learned a few tricks of the trade that I picked up from some of the major players in the photo industry whom I was allowed to shoot along side. Good times!

Happy Mothers Day

2008-05-11T12:33:00.000-07:00

On this Mothers Day I am stuck working unfortunately. Due to an injury, a coworker could not stand the watch today so I am unexpectantly filling in. So, vise taking my wife, Mom, Grandmother/s to breakfast, brunch, lunch or dinner I get to post a note to the important women in my life.
I am fortunate to have numerous Mother figures. I have "my"Mom who has always been there at a moments notice for anyone in need of a helping hand. A traight she undoubtedly picked up from her Mom and my Grandma, Grandma Phyllis. Although stern at times she is ALWAYS there for anyone who may need help. There is my Grandma Lorraine who is also there for anyone who may need a helping hand. She always finds the good in everyone, no matter their faults and always carries herself with a smile that will brighten anyone's day who comes in contact with her.
There is my Mother-in-law who lends a hand to any and all! Last fall I saw her at the spur of the moment buy a wheel chair for someone in need. She didn't know who would get the high priced wheel chair, all she knew was someone needed one and she had the means to provide for the person. And although she tries to put up the tough front, we all know she is soft at heart.
Finally I would like to mention the "newest Mom",my beautiful bride Pamella. Having given birth to our cute little Molly one year ago almost to the day some may think she is a "new" Mom but in reality she is actually and old hand at the Mother thing. Having accepted Hank, Nistassa and I into her life a number of years ago some probably thought she was crazy (I still think she might be, but I think it is a herititary thing). She instantly became a Mom to Hank and Nistassa in every sense of the word and never looked back. I have never viewed her as a "step" or "part-time" parent. Her actions have always been in the kids interest and with contagious enthusiasm. She is there for Hank when he is sick, when he has a game she is the first on the side line with a camera, tutoring him with homework problems, and providing life guidence. She is always quick when it comes to helping Nistassa fill out college applications, boy problems, life lessons that could only come from a girl's perspective, answering questions in the wee hours, making dinner, or just giving a motherly hug to both kids.
I have to say when it comes to the Mom department I have been lucky in all aspects but I would have to say I am especially fortunate to have the best Mom as my wife!

A club of 1

2008-05-09T21:30:00.000-07:00

I covered the Astoria (10-1) game against banks tonight. Prior to the game coach and good friend, Dave Gasser was honored for winning his 600th winning game April 10th. Dave is the first and only person to have won 600 games in Oregon. Astoria beat Banks 13-2. That's win 607 for those of you counting...

1 year ago

2008-05-09T15:00:00.000-07:00

Who can believe it was 1 year ago yesterday Molly aka Gabrielle, aka Brie Brie, aka Spider Monkey was born? Plenty has happened since that day, and we wouldn't trade any of it for the world!

Friday Night Baseball

2008-05-05T18:53:00.000-07:00

Attached is the article written for the Daily Astorian appearing in today's paper. Read for yourself!
http://www.dailyastorian.com/main.asp?SectionID=37&SubSectionID=476&ArticleID=51061

A star is born!

2008-05-05T09:30:00.000-07:00

Oregon Public Broadcasting in conjunction with the Yellow Book (National Geographic) is shooting a doucumentory about "York". William Clark's personal slave who was the only black man to participate in the Lewis and Clark expedition, and who was later set free for his invaluable service to his country. Anyway, Hank was selected to play a young Master William Clark for the documentory because his looks are the most accurate depiction of Lewis Clark. For years I always thought he looked like me, I guess I was wrong... The show is supposed to air in the fall.

And...

2008-05-03T23:36:00.000-07:00

And finally tonight, I post a picture of our close friends the Berger's...

Engagement at the south jetty

2008-05-03T23:34:00.000-07:00

Here is a shot of the happy couple strolling down the beach. The weather cleared long enough for us to get a few nice shots!

Busy days

2008-05-03T23:07:00.000-07:00

We have had a busy weekend, and it is only half way through. Last night I covered the Warrenton Clatskanie double-header. Conrad Ritchie who is the son of Lance Ritchie, my close friend from high school, plays short stop for the Clatskanie Tigers. I got a few good shots of him playing short, getting a few hits, and even pitching. Conrad said he hadn't pitched since he was a freshman. After the game was over I had an engagement shoot at the beachand this morning started off with a family shoot at Cape Dissapointment, and a portrait shoot in Cannon Beach this evening! On top of all that, I knocked out the article for the baseball game AND put Molly to bed.

Damn! How did I miss the high light of the day? Looong time friend and fellow Rescue Swimmer, Craig Green came over to Astoria with his son, Jake. We had lunch and I showed Jake the helicopter and let him put on my Swimmer gear. We even found Craig's name stuck to the ceiling amongst other names of past Swimmers in the Survival Shop! I think Jake was pretty impressed.

Clatsop Clash of the area track and fielders

2008-04-30T19:28:00.000-07:00

Yesterday Hank and I made the treck down to Seaside to cover the meet for the Daily Astorian . Read it here! Believe it or not, there was actually blue skies! Has spring finally sprung?

http://www.dailyastorian.com/main.asp?SectionID=37&SubSectionID=476&ArticleID=50946

Track season is here!

2008-04-29T23:07:00.000-07:00

Six Steps

2008-04-28T21:01:00.000-07:00

Today our little girl has stepped out of her baby persona and stepped into her "look at me, I have a personality" persona. First she took a whopping six steps for Pam. Second, she crawled to Hank's room and banged on the door until her big brother graciously let her into his domain. Once in, she laughed and giggled out of control because she was happy to be with big bro. Third, our little spider monkey went to bed and fell fast asleep within 20 minutes. You have no idea what an incredible feat this is. I think she has officially established a bedtime for herself and is now sleeping through the night! We have made it through the baby stage -I think.

Logger Action

2008-04-26T10:29:00.000-07:00

Last night hank and covered the Knappa Logger game for the Daily Astorian. It was the first baseball game the sun has shined at this year... Here is a picture of last year's league player of the year, Gary Aho bringing the heat from the mound.

SERE SCHOOL

2008-04-20T21:43:00.000-07:00

Today I was called in to fly 5 miles off Tillamook where the Air Force had 18 students floating in two rafts. They were students in a SERE School class (Survival Escape Resistence Evade) and were learning the finer points of freezing their asses off in 46 degree water, and learning the joys of bobbing up in down for ten hours in 8-10 foot seas. I snapped a few photo's before jumping in to pull them out of the drink. After swimming around with these fine chaps I can definitely say I am glad I joined the Coast Guard. -nuff said.

33 Game win streak comes to an end

2008-04-18T17:49:00.000-07:00

Last night I covered the Astoria-Scapoose game for the Daily Astorian. Scapoose squeaked out a win ending the Fishermen's 33 game winning streak in league play.
Pictured above Dane Lund attempts to protect the plate from Scapoose's Sean Wasson who scored the first of six runs against the Fishermen.
Read for yourself!
http://www.dailyastorian.com/main.asp?SectionID=37&SubSectionID=476&ArticleID=50692