A Weekend with Grandma and Grandpa

This past weekend was one of the best weekends I've had  in years!  The weekend started out Friday night when my little princess Bailey sang at her schools Christmas Performance.  Saturday my grandma, grandpa, sister, brother in law, niece and nephew joined us at the Festival of Lights Parade.  It was awesome!   Before the parade, grandma, grandpa, Jessika, Spenser, Bailey, Jennifer and myself did some geocaching.  Photos are attached to this blog.  It was great fun for everyone!

Tour of the Phoenix 911 Hub

I spent the afternoon with my co-worker getting a first class tour of the City of Phoenix Police 911 center.  They are doing some great things there.  911 operators are often overlooked.  They play as big of role as any of the first responders.  They are truly the first responders when they answer the phone in response to your 911 call.  

Changing Jobs

I am changing jobs once again. It's always hard to tell your employee you are leaving. I like where I am at, but the new opportunity is just too good to pass up. It's going to be great experience, challenging and a lot of fun! Stay tuned for the big announcement next week. In the mean time, DRIVE SAFE!

Water Safety

It is ironic that just this week, my wife and I made a plea to a Police Lieutenant about the need for Buckeye to adopt a pool fence ordinance.  I made the comment that Buckeye is fortunate to no have had a pool related incident in recent memory.  Sadly, I can no longer say that, as a small child was involved in a near drowning yesterday.  Buckeye must take steps to create a pool fence ordinance that works.  Some people may say pool fences are ugly.  I say they are not near as ugly as your child or grandchild laying at the bottom of the pool lifeless.

The Circus Is In Town

Headed to the circus tonight with Jennifer, Jessika, Lexie and Bailey. Bailey wants to see the unicycles!

Jessika and Spenser are Home

Jessika and Spenser got home late yesterday from a trip to visit Grandma in Missouri.  They had a great trip, and I am sure it was good for them to get to visit with family they don't see very often. 

Father's Day

Father's Day is a fun day!  This morning I was up before the kids.  Bailey told me she wanted to just lay in bed and relax all day for Father's Day.  I let her sleep for a while and soon she joined me downstairs.  Father's Day presents are the best.  Bailey made me some great things at her school including some yummy cookies.  Spenser and Jessika helped to add to my KISS collection by getting me some KISS shot glasses, buttons, and a neon KISS clock.  A member of the KISS Army can never have enough memorabilia from the greatest band of all time!

Brad Paisley and Jewel Concert

It's been a crazy week. I was in Tucson on Tuesday and Wednesday. Back to Phoenix to photograph Brad Paisley, Jewel, Chuck Wilks and Julianne Hough on Thursday night. I headed back to Tucson on Friday to take some helicopter photos.

Brad Paisley's show was very good as usual. He's quite a guitar player. It was my first time to see Jewel live, and I think I like her better live than on recordings. She has a great sound when she is live.

Chuck Wilks and Julianne Hough held their own.

The photo shoot was good. Southern Arizona looks a little bit like scorched Earth at the moment. I think it would be best served to do photo shoot when things are little more green.

The Number 96

The number 96 has very or little significance to most people. Perhaps it has more of a meaning to Grandmpa Eastman who turned 96 yesterday. Never one to miss a chance of seeing the grandkids, he was raring to go yesterday. The entire family came together for a few hours of celebration. It was great to see everyone!

New Arizona Quarter

Spenser, Bailey and myself  went to the State Capitol today for the release of the new Arizona Quarter.  Its the 48th quarter to be released by the U.S. Mint.  Bailey and Spenser each got a quarter from the Governor's office.  I purchased 2 rolls of quarters, as well as three limited edition quarters that are encased in a special portfolio .... I paid $60 bucks, and came home with $20.75 cents worth of quarters.  Money well spent?

Kenny Chesney Rocks University of Phoenix Stadium

A few hours ago, I was headed to photograph Kenny Chesney.  The assignment has been completed.  Here is a sample.  KC rocked the Stadium tonight to a near sold out crowd

The Big Show

I'm headed to the Kenny Chesney concert tonight at the University of Phoenix Stadium.  Sammy Hagar, Keith Urban, and Leanne Rhimes is on tour with him.  I'll be taking photos for the Buckeye Sun Newspaper.

Memorial Day Weekend

As we spend time this three day weekend, remember the troops or today and yesterday who gave their life so we can enjoy freedom