That is the name and the spelling of the bird we saw in our backyard.
We had no idea what this was….but quietly tried following him to get these pictures.
After describing him to a friend she identified him as the Hoopoe bird….so then I went on line and found these great pictures
I so want to see him with the feathers opened up on his head. Pretty cute don’t you think????
For this reason, I don’t leave the house without my camera!
We had just left the mall parking garage, and had to stop for sheep and goats herded across the street.
Keeps us smiling and shaking our heads!
My silent mantra as I went through the textbook and took the tests.
Diving is FUN
All geared up for the pool dive, finally after all that studying.
Ramey and Moustafa the instructors.
The dive was exhilarating..even if only in the pool. I was excited..
Day one of Open Water Instruction…..we had to sit on the edge of the boat and fall in backwards……that was the easy part, climbing up the ladder with all the gear AND tank wasn’t so easy. My legs felt like Jell-O and I kept saying to myself I can’t believe I just did this….Not only did we learn to take our mask off and put back on, clear it of water, simulate the tank is out of air and buddy breathe, but we saw fish….really cool fish…
Remember Diving is FUN
Day Two of Open Water Instruction I wasn’t looking too excited. The water was pretty choppy so the boat was a rocking….and so was my stomach. None the less, I managed to get my new dive suit on….and at this point just wanting to get this over with. Once in the water, sea sickness sensation stopped and we learned to use the compass underwater and pull someone to safety…and got to see many new fish as well as a sunken ship. Once back on board, my stomach continued to rock with the boat so I found a comfy place till we were back on shore.
John and I really did this together, although there is a lack of a pictures of him…..Taking care of myself on that boat and in the water seemed to be a tremendous responsibility, let alone think of a camera.
Well here we are….PADI Scuba Diving Certified! We did it!!
and yes
Diving IS Fun
a necessary part of the human experience.
A death in the family leaves a void that cannot be filled. No one can ever take the place of this individual in the world.
Dad Pfeiffer passed away in his sleep last night in his own bed!
That’s the way he wanted it! He celebrated his 90th birthday this year and was able to attend a family wedding with the entire family present.
He loved living! He loved his family of three children, their spouses, his eight grandchildren and their spouses and his 13 great grandchildren and he still loved me.
I am flooded with memories of you tonight; bringing smiles, and even laughter with my tears. It is true…..no one can ever take your place in this world. You will be sorely missed by all who knew you! I love you, so much dad!
On the occasion of the National Foundation Day
and the Armed Forces Day
The Ambassador of the Republic of Korea and Mrs... MOON Young Han
Request the pleasure of your company
at a Reception on Wednesday, October 13, 2010
19:00-21:00 hrs.
Crowne Plaza Hotel Regrets Only
Al -Andalous Ballroom
Please present this invitation card at the entrance
GE’s partner for this project is the Korean Company, Hyundai. Throughout this year, I have had the distinct pleasure to with my husband and his Korean colleagues. Thus, the connection of our receiving the above invitation. I will confess….I got a wee bit nervous to be attending an Embassy function. Thee most important….what does one wear to such a function…….When I would ask around….the answer always seemed the same……anything….from gowns to suits to dress pants….well those that know me, know clothes shopping isn’t one of my favorite things to do…….quite a dilemma, because I do like wearing new clothes and like dressing up….
The ballroom at the Crowne was beautiful,, lots of scrumptious Korean food to nibble on and then mingle, mingle, mingle….a fun night!
Venice, a romantic city, something Cath and I both knew we wanted to see!!! But really didn’t know why til after spending a couple days there! It is located in northern Italy. It is built on over 100 islands!!!!
Numerous foot bridges connect the city and only three cross the main canal. It is thee most unique city I’ve ever seen.
Water is the main form of transportation to and around Venice. As we road in the gondola is when the realization of what that means. Every thing in and out of the city by boat. There were garbage boats, water taxis, ambulance boats, police boats, cargo boats…and they and the canals are narrow, so none of these boats is big. The only way you can directly reach Venice Hotels is by water taxi. I don’t think any of us understood that !!!! We had programmed in the GPS the hotel address…..and it only took us as far as the lagoon…we circled around and tried again and then it dawned on us….so we parked the car and then hoofed it across bridges, in and around crowded streets til we found the little alley way to the hotel!
Venice, a quaint, old, eccentric, alive, beautiful place to visit!!!
Ambulance and Water Taxi
Sisters enjoying a walk ……..
The last evening we had dinner along the canal…..John and I took in a concert and a late night water taxi back to the hotel.
was built in 1184 by the Pazzi family. It is surrounded by olive groves and vineyards and is one of the longest inhabited castles.
It is here when I knew I was in love with
ITALY
We learned that “Chianti” is the name of the region, not the wine.
At the Castello del Trebbio, they use 100% Sangiovese grapes.
We were treated to a couple different wines as well as a taste of their Virgin olive oil pressed right there.
This area is all that I had dreamed and hoped it would be….
