I like sharing my thoughts, opinions, and experiences about the world around me—without turning the focus inward or making things overly personal. I’ve always been curious about how people live, think, and interact beyond their familiar surroundings, especially knowing that many never get the chance to venture far from where they were born. I’ve been fortunate to travel around the world, and those experiences have shaped how I see things. Travel has a way of challenging assumptions, broadening perspective, and revealing how much we have in common despite cultural differences. When I write, I enjoy reflecting on what I’ve seen and learned, and sharing those observations in a way that others can relate to, whether they’ve traveled extensively or not. My goal isn’t to tell a personal story for its own sake, but to offer insight, perspective, and thoughtful commentary drawn from real experiences. I write to explore ideas, compare viewpoints, and share what the wider world has taught me along the way.
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2004 NFL Pro Bowl – 25 years in Hawaii
At the start of the game the NFC had the ball first and didn”t do anything with it. The very first play for the AFC they threw a touch down pass. Then the NFC got the ball back and then the AFC blocked a punt for an AFC touchdown. At the end of the 3rd …
Convoy to Iraq
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New England Patriots – 2004 Superbowl Champs
Previously to the start of this game I though the Patriots were going to blow out the Panthers. This was by far a defensive game. Carolina did a fine job of moving the ball and their defense came up with some big plays. New England weren’t flawless, but it was Adam Vinatieri who ended up …
Pro Bowl
Attended my first Pro Bowl in Hawaii. This was a real fun experience with tailgating, football, Navy Seals, cheerleaders, and an all around enjoyable day watching some football. Related Posts University of Southern California against University of Hawaii Football Game University of Southern California football vs the University of Hawaii Waterworld Attraction at Universal Studios …
North Shore Oahu
I heard the surf is still up on the north shore so I took a drive out to the country to check it out again. I just can’t get enough of the big surf. Related Posts Torrey Pines Beach Surf Photos at La Jolla in San Diego, California Drive Around Oahu
Banzai Pipeline Surf
I heard there was going to be some nice waves up on the north shore of Oahu, so I decided to take a drive and snap some photos of the surf at the Banzai Pipeline. Related Posts Shark’s Cove Oahu, Hawaii Drive Around Oahu Riding the Thunder: The Awe of Banzai Pipeline
Drive Around Oahu
Took a drive around Oahu to see what things are going on. Along the way I stopped at the North Shore to see the surfing competition. I also stopped along the Pali lookout to soak in that great view. Then I stopped at the Kahala Hotel and Resort to check out the dolphins they have. …
Halloween 2002
Typically I’m not very good at carving pumpkins, but this year I decided to give it a try. As you can see I am clearly no artist, but I think it came out decent. Related Posts Christmas Decorations 2016 Jingle and Mingle: Crafting the Ultimate Holiday Party Soul-Warming Winter Recipes for Joy and Togetherness
Lake Tahoe
I was in Reno, Nevada for an event and since I’ve never been here I figure it would be nice to take a drive up to Lake Tahoe to see what it was like. Here are some of the photos I took along the way. As you can see there wasn’t much to look at …
Video Games Don’t Affect Kids
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Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana
I went to visit a friend who was stationed at Barksdale Air Force base in Louisiana, here are the photos from that visit. Related Posts Korat, Thailand – Wing 1 Military Exercise Complex USS Bowfin Kuwaiti Puma
Communications Systems Controlled Journeyman Course
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Thailand Stop Sign
Photo of a Thai stop sign, so if you were ever curious as to what they looked like, well here it is. Related Posts Thai Culture Seen at the Bangkok Airport Korat, Thailand – Wing 1 Military Exercise Complex Pattaya, Thailand Photos
Korat, Thailand – Wing 1 Military Exercise Complex
Today I went by the Korat Royal Thai Air Force military exercise complex. Here are a couple photos from that. Related Posts Joint Military Exercise Cobra Gold Thailand Countryside Between Korat and Bangkok Thailand Stop Sign
Thailand Countryside Between Korat and Bangkok
I took a bus from Nakhonratsima, otherwise known as Korat, to Bangkok, Thailand. Here are some photos I took of the countryside while I was riding the bus. Related Posts Welcome to Thailand Korat, Thailand – Wing 1 Military Exercise Complex Thai Culture Seen at the Bangkok Airport
Ratchapruk Hotel in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand
In Nakhon Ratchasima Thailand, or Korat for short, there is the Ratchapruk hotel. You can see the Main Street the hotel is on and the front of the hotel. Below are photos of the view out of the back of the hotel. It shows the what the surrounding area looks like in this spread out …
Fishing Charter Boat – Oahu, Hawaii
Took a fishing charter boat out and when I wasn’t fishing I took some photos. Here are those photos. One neat thing about this fishing trip was that there was a mother whale and 2 calves. The mother showed the calves how to breach 1 time and then after that those calves kept breaching. It …
Shark’s Cove Oahu, Hawaii
I went to Shark’s cove on the North Shore of Oahu, Hawaii and did some fishing. Here are some photos I took. Related Posts Fishing Charter Boat – Oahu, Hawaii Hale’iwa Beach North Shore Hawaii Halie’wa Hawaii
Eskan Village Bazaar
Periodically there would be a bazaar at Eskan Village in Saudi Arabia where some local vendors would be able to come onto the military installation and sell their products. Here are some photos from one of those events. Related Posts Bazaar in Iraq Sights Around Eskan Village Welcome to Eskan Village Saudi Arabia
Thanksgiving at Eskan Village
Have you ever contemplated the experience of U.S. service members deployed abroad during the holiday season? Such contemplation brings to light the Thanksgiving observance at Eskan Village, situated 22 miles outside Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, in the aftermath of the September 11th terrorist attacks. Ironically, the sole genuine turkey present was a mere display piece, with …
Sights Around Eskan Village
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Welcome to Eskan Village Saudi Arabia
I was sent on temporary duty to Eskan Village in Saudi Arabia. Eskan is located 22 miles southeast of Riyadh and it was originally built for the bedouin in 1983, however when the Saudi government built the village they did not accommodate the livestock so the bedouin’s turned down the use of the buildings. In …
Hale’iwa Beach North Shore Hawaii
Hanging out on the north shore of Oahu at the Hale’iwa beach park. This photo is taken looking back at the harbor. Related Posts Shark’s Cove Oahu, Hawaii Capturing the Spirit of Haleiwa Harbor: A Glimpse into Hawaii’s Serene Waters View of Honolulu from Airport
Waimea Bay Beach Park
Driving around the north shore of Oahu in Hawaii I drove past the Waimea Bay beach park. This is where they have the Eddie Aikao surfing competition when the waves are consistently over 50 feet tall. Related Posts Drive Around Oahu Banzai Pipeline Surf Halie’wa Hawaii
View from Aloha Tower in Honolulu, Hawaii
Went over to the Aloha Tower in Honolulu, Hawaii today. I decided to take some directional photos from the top of the tower. Here is what the views look like from that point of view. Related Posts View of Honolulu from Airport Hale’iwa Beach North Shore Hawaii Kuwaiti Towers
Ten Rules for Dating My Daughter: A Guide to Surviving Her Dad’s Standards
Some thoughtful information for those who are daughters, were daughters, have daughters, intend to have daughters, or intend to date a daughter. Rule One: If you pull into my driveway and honk you’d better be delivering a package, because you’re sure not picking anything up. Rule Two: You do not touch my daughter in front …
Good to be a Man
– Your last name stays put. – The garage is all yours. – Wedding plans take care of themselves. – Chocolate is just another snack. – You can be president. – You can wear a white T-shirt to a water park. – Car mechanics tell you the truth. – You don’t give a rat’s ass …
Typhoon Saomoi
While stationed in Okinawa I had the privilege to sit through a many of typhoons. Here was one of the typhoons that I got to endure. These images were downloaded from the Japanese national weather service. Related Posts Waiting Out a Typhoon in Okinawa Okinawa, Japan – Kadena-cho Seawall After Typhoon Jelawat Roppongi, Tokyo
Sunset View From Kadena-cho Seawall
Walked down to the seawall in Kadena-cho to watch the sunset. It was quite a beautiful evening. Related Posts Okinawa, Japan – Kadena-cho Seawall After Typhoon Jelawat Golden Hour Bliss: The Magic of Sunset Beach West Oahu Sunset
Okinawa, Japan – Kadena-cho Seawall After Typhoon Jelawat
Walked down to the seawall in Kadena-cho in Okinawa, Japan today after Typhoon Jelawat. Here are a few photos I took. Related Posts Typhoon Saomoi Yokosuka, Japan USS Bowfin
Waiting Out a Typhoon in Okinawa
Typhoons are a rather common occurrence in Okinawa, Japan during the months of April through November. Usually when there are typhoons you just wait it out by staying indoors as most businesses will be closed. This can be a very long and boring time. Sometimes the typhoons can even last up to a week or …