Mini One on One Champs - My Niece Katie Burt :)

This is my Niece - Katie Burt

This Is Too Funny!

Who Knew?

Florida April Vacation 2008 011, originally uploaded by reenie61b.

When we went to the Trop this past May, I knew that the Rays were better than they had been in the past, I couldn't believe all the Red Sox gear on people who were idiots and not paying attention to the game, and that I hated cowbells! I hope they smoke the Phillies whose fans treated Tito like crap. Who can't get behind Rocco Baldelli?

Go Rays!

Dear Mr. Obama

This brave gentleman says it a lot better than I can.

Vets For Freedom Ad - Obama Doesn't Care About Me

Informing the Subprime Mortgage Debacle

Usually I don't pass on this type of information - but I've just really had it with all the lies and fabrications from the Democrats and the Obama campaign regarding this economic meltdown. When my husband became a realtor several years ago, I was shocked by all the exotic options the mortgage companies were offering. When I was a young enlisted person, I really needed my VA loan so I could get a house without a big down payment. That was one of my most important benefits at the time. It became irrelevant as one could get a mortgage with no income. Look at the video below and see what the genesis of this debacle is - it has the Democrats hands all over it. Destroying wealth and impoverishing "Main Street." Great job, Democrats!

Such a Sad Day

Honolulu, originally uploaded by reenie61b.

I am so blessed to be in this beautiful place. As I was walking around Waikiki, I saw the front page of the Honolulu Star Bulletin reported the crash of a Coast Guard HH-65 helicopter late Thursday evening during routine small boat ops. One of the four dead is one of my OCS classmates, Andy Wischmeier. I hadn't seen him in many years, but you go through a lot together in OCS. It breaks my heart.

Hawai'i Again

I just checked into my hotel - Hilton Hawaiian Village. I was stationed here for three years - 1994-1997 and enjoyed my time here very much. It's hard to believe that it has been over 10 years since I left. Tommy was in elementary school and Michaela was not yet four. Tom is a senior this year. How quickly time flies. It felt a bit melancholy flying in here. I have some very wonderful memories of my children here before I got divorced. We had so much fun going to the Hale Koa pools and beaches in Waikiki. Michaela doesn't remember much about Hawaii. I'd like to bring them here for a holiday. I think I'll try to make that happen. I'll have a lot of pictures to download - I plan to go exploring tomorrow. Till then ...

Prague 2008

Prague 2008, originally uploaded by reenie61b.

I'm in Prague again for work. I am so fortunate that I am able to visit such beautiful places!

Going Back To Prague

Prague 2008 Afternoon 032, originally uploaded by reenie61b.

Such a beautiful city!

I Was In Paris

Paris Eurosatory Louvre 2008 059, originally uploaded by reenie61b.

Driving down the Champs-Ellysses in a cab speaking Russian with my cab driver because he didn't speak English and my French is admittedly tortured ... and I missed seeing the Celtics win their 17th NBA Championship. Dave recorded the game so I will watch it all when I come home this weekend. I was so happy when the Celtics drafted Lenny Bias - I graduated from the University of Maryland in 1987 and was really proud that they picked him. I know this may sound crazy, but I hope he can rest in peace. His death really hurt the Celtics all this time (of course it hurt him and his family more) and I hope that they can put him and Reggie Lewis behind them finally. Let's Go Celts!!

Tom's Junior Prom

Spring 2008015, originally uploaded by reenie61b.

Here are Tom and Kelly before the limo took them to the Pinkerton Junior Prom.

Pink Hats

Florida April Vacation 2008 023, originally uploaded by reenie61b.

We had a great time at the Red Sox - Rays game, although the Sox lost. What made me absolutely insane was the rudeness and obliviousness of the Red Sox "Pink Hats" sitting all around me. Okay, I listen to WEEI - Boston sports radio - most days. I was always slightly irritated by the Big Show host deriding the bandwagon Red Sox fans as "Pink Hats." For me the obvious slam was at the women fans who finally have a choice in apparel to support their team. To the Big Show guys, it is a timing issue of when the bandwagon started and the pink hats appeared. Anyway, after attending that game - I HATE THE PINK HATS! My seat was on the aisle. I was able to see about 40% of the game because every five minutes, regardless of what was happening on the field, some idiotic pink hat just HAD to make a break for an enormous turkey leg, or ice cream, etc. Of course because there is no consideration for others amongst them, they feel it is their right to stand in front of me and my family if they feel like it, especially if they might miss something - like the cotton candy man!!!!!!!! During the third inning, I started getting rude and saying "Get OUT OF THE WAY!" Much to the horror of my children, but it made me feel better.

Le Centre Bell

CANSEC 018, originally uploaded by reenie61b.

We had so much fun at the Bruins game!!

Hockey Night in Canada

Dave and I are in Montreal. We wore our Bruins sweaters to the Bruins vs. Canadiens game tonight. I once again came to the conclusion that we both suck. Together, separately, it doesn't matter. Every person in the city of Montreal said so and well, it must be true. Canadians are very passionate about hockey, that's for sure. I think that's why we like coming here so much. Boston fans are a bit spoiled. Everything is Red Sox. Looking at boston.com today, you would hardly know that the Bruins were playing a critical playoff game. But we certainly know everything about Jonathan Papelbon. Regardless, we enjoyed our time here and most people were good sports. The ones who were insulting us in French were a riot. I'd just smile and look at them. "I don't understand a freiking word you are saying." Whatever.

Cherry Blossoms

Wash DC April 2008 016, originally uploaded by reenie61b.

Some things are so beautiful they take your breath away. This picture does not do justice to how lovely the National Mall is during the Cherry Blossom Festival.

Prague is Beautiful

Prague 2008 Afternoon 007, originally uploaded by reenie61b.

I've spent the last few days in the lovely Czech Republic capital of Prague. I listened to a concert of selections from Czech composers in the church of Saint Salvator www.concertinprague.cz
Very beautiful!

Prague 2008

Prague 2008, originally uploaded by reenie61b.

Except for losing my luggage today, this is a wonderful trip.

A Million Words Can't Express

What this picture represents.

McCain Wins Florida!!!!

My hero's website. On to Super Tuesday. Please vote for John McCain on 5 Feb 2008. Thank you!

What is Mitt Blabbering About???????

I am listening to Mitt Romney lecture American voters about voting choices and he sounds as if he has drank waaaay too much coffee! REAL Economy? What is that? It's in his DNA?

McCain Wins Florida!!!

Mac Is Back!! McCain Wins South Carolina!!!!

Here is the website of my hero - John McCain.

NH Chooses .... McCain!

Here's Michaela and I after our afternoon volunteering at McCain HQ in Manchester, NH. Michaela was great making calls to surly and overwhelmed New Hampshire voters. I have been freezing waving signs at the debates, walking door to door. Tomorrow I'll be holding a sign all day at the polls in Derry. I think it is going to be a great day in NH for McCain!!!