A Lesson To Follow

Regardless of my politics or his, I still wish to show my respect to Ted Kennedy and his family. Take ones own family, any family and put it in the spotlight, magnify their every move and breath. Would we differ that much from theirs. Don't we all have that scandal, shamed liaisons, drugs and alcohol abuse that we want to keep hidden and dwelt with behind closed doors. Letting the family work, solve and heal. Of course we do. The Kennedy's were no different in that regard. The problem that they faced was, they were a public family. Perhaps the first that our generation followed in both awe and scorn.

They were that public family that held the public's attention in their actions as heroes of war and politicians of high office. Decision makers that have influenced and impacted all of us in some way. They used their wealth, influence and power to help shape a nation. In their rise they stood strong as a family, supported one and another regardless of their successes or failures.

It is a sad day for our nation. I hear the talking heads and have heard both sides of the story. I have read about their triumphs and their failures. I watch a nation, a state and a family grieve. I also feel a deeper loss. The end of a dynasty, four brothers gone. All giving so much for their nation.

I like this photo of three of the brothers. I changed it in the second shot to show that if you take away the big fancy house, you could have found these three on any street corner in any town in America. Just three average brothers hanging out.

My politics and Mr Kennedy's are miles are apart but my respect for him comes from the love that he had for his family. The sense of duty that he showed them. From the young children who loss their fathers to the grieving widows left behind. He was the patriarch of "America's Family". Mr Kennedy's responsibility was done with class, humility and love. He set an example that all of us should have and show in our own families. Just think how better off our nation would be if we all would follow his lead. Good Job Mr. Kennedy.

Organ Mountain Way

Just having a little fun with "my mountains" in the backyard. The song was fitting as they are part of the Rockies and besides, its a great tune. So kick back for a few minutes and hope you enjoy it!

I was going through some old video and came across this. At first it didn't mean anything other then a cute video of Zach playing at the park when he was little. When I came to this clip in the video it struck me, when do they stop listening and minding us? Oh I know it was a lot earlier then this but it was a cute reminder. The second clip on the video was from the same outing. I just decided to have a little fun with a bossy Zachster!


Feel free to replay the last part over and over and over again. I did and my sides are still hurting. I swear its the voice from"The silence of the lambs"!

High School!!

Pretty short video of Zach's first day of High School. Actually of him walking home on his first day of High School. I promise there were no other kids present while I was taking the video. While watching him walking up the street it really hit me that he wasn't a little boy anymore. To tell you the truth I don't remember the last time he was guiding me over to the toy section at the store. How quickly he is turning into a young man. He called me tonight asking me what clubs he should join. He mentioned a few that I had belonged too. I quickly agreed they were good choices but told him it was his life and he needed to pick what he wanted. They actually have a bunch of new ones that seemed pretty cool.
One more thing before closing, Zach's High School is my old High School's rival. Yeah for 4 years, Four Long Years I have to root for his school. It will be tough but hey it will make for some interesting get- togethers after he graduates!!

Thanks Mr. Paul

Anyone who loves music was impacted and influenced by the genius of this man. Even his name was cool.

Quickly Approaching 40!

I know lousy photo huh? Well Zach was the photographer and said that he was trying to get the important stuff in the shot. Yep the T.V! Cut my face right off! That's okay I got some classic photos of him that can be easily posted to the site.

Had a great Birthday. Zach was out grilling my birthday dinner for me. Mother made a cake and a beautiful day to celebrate it on. The year has gone so quickly but I have been saying that the last 10 years! Thanks to you all for making the day so special!