Skate Park at Washburn

Aaron took these awesome pics at the Skate Park. The pics of our kids weren't in focus, but these other ones turned out really neat.

Happy Birthday - School

Nicholas brought cupcakes to Elizondo Elementary school and quickly became a class favorite. Happy 9th birthday, son! Can you believe over 30 students in 4th grade?? Good luck Ms. Dixon.

So Long Cast

Can you believe it's been almost a month? I love this picture, it really captures Mackenzie's enthusiasm. She loves to be happy, and we love her for it.

One final look at the cast before the visit to the doctor's.

And... voila, it's all better!

First Day of School

Zachary's school day started at 5AM on Monday with a smile--got to get up early to catch that school bus. He is enjoying himself at Cashman (thus far) and he's been really good and enthusiastic about attending a magnet school which focuses on science and math. He enjoys his classes and can't wait until his locker is ready for him to start using it in a couple of weeks. Now if the buses could just get him home when they say they will.


Nicholas and Mackenzie on their first day of school back at Elizondo. Nicholas is going into 4th grade and making the move back to track 5 which means some new and familiar faces in his class.


Mackenzie gets a hug from Mrs. Messerli, her new Kindergarten teacher. Mrs. Messerli was Nicholas' Kindergarten teacher when we moved her to Las Vegas. Has it really been 5 years?? We wish the kids all the best this school year! Make us proud!

Wedding in Tucson

We were able to drive down to Tucson to spend time with my brother, David, and his wife Leticia and attend Leticia's son's, Harry's wedding. Here is Harry with is lovely bride, Jenseng.

Renaye with her Great Uncle Aaron.

My sister-in-law Leticia is in front of Kristin. Here's a shot of all the women, mostly aunts having a good time.

And here's a shot with all the uncles and cousins hamming it up. My brother, Bishop Dave, is fourth from the left, just over Zac's left shoulder.

Zachary's 5th Grade Commencement

Congratulations to Zachary on his all "A's" performance this past semester at Elizondo Elementary School. Ms. Shevokas was a huge help in his education. We are so proud of Zac and hope that he will continue his success in 6th grade year at Cashman Magnet Middle School, even if it does mean that he has to get up to catch the bus at 6AM.


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Not to be outdone, congratulations to Nicholas for making it on to A-B Honor Roll (all A's and one B) and perfect attendance. Way to go, Nic!

Flash Back Friday - Taking to the Sky

Seeing those pictures of Mackenzie in her cast reminded me of Zachary's green cast from two years ago. Here he is seen sporting a well-signed cast and some cool headphones. Nearly all of these pictures are ones he took.

In August of 2006 Zachary and I went up for an introductory flight. Here we are about to preflight the Cessna 172 for our trip. Not shown is the certified flight instructor from Greece.

I have to tell you that this was a GREAT experience. And yes, I am flying the airplane. And no, it's not a flight simulator, though all those hours flying on the computer really helps. The flight instructor was really impressed that this was my first flight. Truth be told it was probably my 20th or so, but it was the first time that I was in the left seat (you can fly from the passenger side too). Oh and that's Nellis AFB off to my left.

Here we are heading east of KVGT (North Las Vegas Air Terminal) and just north or KLAS (McCarran Internaitional). The view of The Strip includes the Wynn with it's green golf course.

And here's our "destination", Hoover Dam on Lake Mead. We made a circle then headed back to KVGT. We (or I should say, I) landed the plane with a little bounce but otherwise all was well. It was a great time in the sky and I have to thank my wonderful wife, Kristin for it.

Oh, and here's the proof that I've been flying for years. This photo was taken around 1983 at Ramona Airport in California. From left to right: my dad, Dick; my little brother, Jess; my mother, Kathy; me, and my dad's mother, Grandma Judy. The Piper Archer II was one of the planes my dad flew a lot while in living in Southern California.