Waves Of Our Lives

2010 Journeys In February: Penguins & More

2010-06-19T09:48:00.042-08:00

Chilean Fjords

My Emma

Punta Arenas

Emma & friends

Parents with their young (the gray ones are the babies)

Argentina

Ushuaia

Basically, everywhere is north of here

Antarctica

Large ice

Everyone out in the snow

KGB Jeremy

Beauty

Falkland Islands

Port Stanley

Conflict Reminders

Jer & I being mature

Kenny G's keg tap?

Puerto Madryn, Argentina

An unusual beach sighting

2010 Journeys In January

2010-05-27T05:05:00.073-08:00

Hi Everybody,

Just found a moment to upload some pictures of Emma and mine's travels. I've started with January and will do more as I can. Hope you enjoy.

Costa Rica

Emma & Randy cut a rug

Onboard Voyager

Emma & fan

San Diego

The University Club

SD's stayin' classy

The University Club

Future Pilot

Devil's Island, French Guiana

Off-duty

Curious George

Cheeky Monkey

Brazil

Fortaleza Cathedral

Fortaleza Cathedral

The famous Girl From Ipanema bar

Inside

Us & the music

My star drinks one

Dessert

Cristo Redentor (Christ The Redeemer) atop Corcovado

Rio from above

Heading to land

Powers the Sugarloaf tram

View from Sugarloaf

View from Sugarloaf

Views from our hotel roof

Views from our hotel roof

Views from our hotel roof

Chile

Looks like home

Boy in a bubble, is that safe?

Return

2010-04-14T08:36:00.007-08:00

Hello,

I haven't written a post in a long time! I guess Facebook has sucked up all my time and energy for posting photo albums, but I miss my blog so I will start posting some here too.

Currently Emma and I are cruising in the Amazon on HAL Veendam. Not the most exciting locale I've ever been, but eye-opening for sure. We stopped in the village of Boca de Valeria, Brazil which was essentially a few houses on stilts along the river. The locals and people from nearby villages all came in to town to see the cruise ship and the strange new visitors. Everyone was showing off their children, dressed in homemade traditional native garb. Some invited people into their homes to see what life was like in a small village along the river. Besides children, people were showing off their wildlife as well, letting people see monkeys, parrots, toucans, a sloth and a capybara. People were taken in small boats down the river to see giant lilies. The cruise guests were told to bring things ashore for the kids, treats, toys, school supplies, etc. It was a unique experience, especially while on a cruise ship and enjoyable.

Capybara

Emma & new friend

Sloth visit

East Coast Trip 2008

2008-09-07T21:45:00.060-08:00

My sister Genevieve at the airport to send us off. She worked for United Airlines this summer.

We flew first class to Seattle. Feeling like a rock star, I ordered a couple Jack and Cokes.

Mom went with her new poison, a bloody mary.

Nice view

Landing in Seattle, the beautiful Mt Rainier in the distance

Maureen, Mom, and Colleen at Anthony's on Pier 2. Boston, MA

Anthony's is one of the nicest places to eat in town. It's just outside of downtown, free parking, wonderful views of the bay and lots of ambiance and history. Inside you'll find pictures of the owner with everyone from Liz Taylor to JFK.

Boston skyline

Faneuil Hall

Naragansett Beach, RI. One of the best beaches in New England.

Amazing private residence at the beach

Classic Henry shot

Mom the lifeguard

Colleen, Mom, Maureen and I at a nice dinner in Newport, RI

Veggie kabob of epic proportions

It's all in the name

Below are shots from the New Britain Museum of Modern Art.

N.C. Wyeth - "One More Step, Mr Hands," Said I, "And I'll Blow Your Brains Out," 1911

Maxfield Parrish - "Dusk" 1942

Alton Tobey - "Sumerian Priests" 1978

Frank C. Bensing - "Lydia's Just A Mite Taller. She Takes Her Height From Her Father's People. We Hope She'll Be A Teacher, Too, When She Finsihes Normal This Year..." 1978

Rafael De Soto - "Eyes Behind The Door," from Detective Tales, Dec 1947

Rowena A. Morrill - "Twilight Terrors," for National Lampoon Magazine 1980

Solon H. Borglum - One In A Thousand, bronze, modeled 1901, cast 1960's

George Inness - "Saint Peter's, Rome" 1857

Albert Bierstadt - "Seal Rock" 1872-87

John Haberle - "Time And Eternity" 1889-90

Norman Rockwell - "Weighing In," cover for The Saturday Evening Post 230 (June 28th, 1958)

Joe De Mers - "Rules Kept From Her Husband. They Couldn't Keep Her Visitor Out" 1966

Carl Lundgren - "Holy Man" 1978

Steven Dohanos - "Rained In Vacationers," The Saturday Evening Post July 31st, 1948

Lisa Hoke - "The Gravity Of Color" 2008 This piece took up two stories, from floor to ceiling. A pretty impressive use of plastic and paper cups, paint, and hardware.

Dale Chihuly - "Blue And Beyond Blue" 2006 My Mom is a big fan of Chilhuly's work, and the blown glass exibit was the real purpose of our visit to the museum. Unable to take photos of that exhibit, you'll have to take my word that there were some really nice pieces. For anyone familiar with Celebrity Cruises, you might remember Chihuly's pieces hanging on the Millenium class ships.

Georgia O'Keeffe - "East River From The 30th Story Of The Shelton Hotel" 1928

Andy Warhol - "Man Ray" 1974

The following three shots are from one huge painting. Graydon Parrish's "The Cycle Of Terror And Tragedy: September 11th, 2001" 2002-2006 I found it fascinating and sad, my Mom couldn't stand to look at it.

A nice day chock full of culture

The sights of Bristol, CT. My parents' hometown.

Muzzy Field, my Dad's old little league diamond

Rockwell Park, where my Mom learned to swim

MGM Grand at Foxwoods Casino. Not a bad lobby, eh?

Front Desk

The digs

5 Days In New York City

2008-09-01T19:51:00.039-08:00

Grand Central Station

Fifth Avenue Mac Store

My Emma

Radio City Music Hall

The door to our hotel room

"This town deserves a better class of criminal. And I'm gonna give it to 'em." Emma and I got to see The Dark Knight on opening night, what a great flick. It was pretty sweet seeing it at a sold out theater in New York City.

Martinis at Vintage

Apple Cinnamon infused vodka at the Russian Vodka Room

Infusing jugs

Emma and I stayed at the Night Hotel. Cool place, located right on 45th near Times Square.

Dave Fiore, Cameron Washington, Emma and I enjoy a nice cold one on a hot day in Brooklyn.

One last game at Yankee Stadium before her doors close.

DJ and A-Rod defend the infield

Hardcore fan!

Over 55,000 in attendence. It's almost like an Obama speech.

Nothing beats a hottie in a Yankees cap

Maureen and Mom

The subway ride home from Yankee Stadium. It felt like being inside a baked potato.

Ruby Foo's for some sushi

Carousel in Bryant Park. She made me.

Emma and I went to see Wicked at the Gershwin Theater. Here's the map of Oz backdrop, with the Dragon Clock above.

There's no place like NYC

July 12th: I Now Pronounce You Adam & Jenny Fast

2008-08-09T17:19:00.067-08:00

Here are some shots of Jenny and Adam's beautiful Alaskan wedding. It took place at the Sunset View Resort, in Big Lake, Alaska. Jenny and Adam are old friends of the family's, we all were in high school band together many moons ago. Adam is my brother Vince's best friend.

We like to fish here

Vince the best man stays loose before the main event.

from left: Genevieve (my sis), Danielle (Vince's girlfriend), Mom and Dad

Vince and the maid of honor, Annabeth

Matron of honor Jenn and her husband Brett

Derek and Jenn (yes, another one)

Flower girl 1

Flower girl 2

Derek looks nervous

Vince makes a face

Even the men's flowers were baited and ready

Alaskan decor

Hanging fish flower baskets adorn the aisle

inset: the ringbearer

The Wedding Party

Gazebo on the water

The men patiently finishing their photographical obligations

The girls entertain themselves with some DS before dinner

How cute is that?

Yup, Brett definitely spilled beer all over his tie

Where did all the cute kids come from?

Vince gives his speech

Dirk (Adam's dad)

Their first dance as husband and wife

My Mom tried to sneak a shot of me, but I got her first

The ladies weep tears of joy, Adam's all cried out at this point

Dirk was wearing a tux just a second ago

One at a time ladies, I'm married now

That's better

Perfect

Dinner's done, time to get down. Luke shows you how we do.

Everybody "Gettin Low"

My Dad instructs Jenny to eat already

from left: me, Genevieve, Jenny, Vince and Danielle

An Alaskan wedding called for Alaskan beer

Taste the rainbow

JD had a great time. Too bad he can't remember it.

This little guy's dance card was full

See what I mean?

Who needs dancing shoes?

Get it girls

Dirk sings to the new bride

Work it out

You know the fun wedding that your friends always get to go to? This was that wedding.

I see you

The wedding party and a few others stayed the night at the resort house which was a tight pad. Totally loaded, amazing views, nice kitchen and furniture, two porches, sauna and this monster jacuzzi.

Jenny shows you what drive, determination and the Alaska Club can do.

I'm overjoyed for the new couple. They've been going out a long time, so the feeling is one of familiarity and strength. Jenny planned and organized the entire shabang, huge props on a great wedding. Congratulations guys.

Weekend At The Hovel

2007-03-26T19:52:00.000-08:00

Friday, March 23rd 2007
Wintertime in Alaska means different things to different people. This season, I've been fortunate enough to have friends introduce me to the fun of snowmachining. On Friday night, my brother Vince and I drove up to Talkeetna (115 miles north of Anchorage) for a weekend at Adam's cabin. Also joining us were Adam and Jenny (friends from high school), Alex (Adam's little brother), and our friends Brett and Jenn (the girls work together at ABC).Saturday afternoon was a fix-it day. Adam is a very handy guy, able to repair just about anything that has parts! There are a bunch of sleds (snowmachines) at the cabin that are kept around for having fun on weekends. Maintenance and upkeep are key for optimal enjoyment! Sunday afternoon is ride day. After a yummy breakfast at Lattitude 62, we prepare to head out. Below, Adam is checking oil and sparkplugs.

Drop the top, time to roll

Here was our first stop. We are trying to find a route to Baldy Mountain which is supposed to be a fantastic journey. Adam points accross to the lake and says that's the way to go. Behind him is a power line structure. It's a beautiful day, sunny and no wind.

Brett hangs loose

That's the way home, don't forget!

Vince says, "Grrr."

Brett attacks Jenn's cheek

Alex laments the end of the Diet Coke

Adam's sled: 2003 Pro X 600

Alex's sled: Indy Storm XCR

Adam seeks relief

Vince chills

Adam and Alex, Mount Baldy

Vince and I, helmet hair baby!

Talkeetna Range

Besides maintenance, Saturday involved the manly activity of logging. Adam's dad, Dirk had found a fallen tree that was straight and true, perfect for the new cabin he is building. It would prove difficult to bring the tree back to Dirk's property, since it had fallen in the forrest a mile down the Talkeetna River.

Dirk had built a wooden sled to tow the giant log behind his snowmobile. After some serious and not so serious brainstorming, we decided to use leverage and rolling to get it into position. Success! After carefully navigating through the forrest, down the river, up the road, Dirk's log was in place. Below, Vince (6'2) show's how long this behemoth was. You can also imagine how heavy it was to move.

Vince's head and Dirk's sled

Adam's cabin (also affectionately called, "the hovel")

The Jennys

Before driving back to Anchorage, we always grab some food at the West Rib. The guardian is this cat named "Steps." He is the 50 Cent of felines, surviving the loss of his tail and being shot! Here he's sampling someone's water for them.

A 70 mile snowmachine trip, great friends, family, weather, and some of the most beautiful sights anywhere. Winter in Alaska.

Back To Alaska

2007-03-26T14:46:00.001-08:00

Tyler shows me his hockey medallion. Future NHL defenseman, folks. Some friends and I went Neon Bowling for St Patrick's Day. Below is Brett and Jenn. Sexytime!

Adam and Jenny, all smiles

Here's my family at Romano's celebrating Genevieve's 21st birthday.

I spent four days in LA after leaving Symphony. I stayed with my friends Kathryn and Terayle who are always nice enough to let me visit. Kathryn is currently working on a film being shot at Fox Studios. It was "Take Henry To Work Day," so naturally I was stoked.

Here is Studio 21, which was used in a galaxy far, far away.

"Doh!"

Marilyn smells good

Quote of the day at the production office

The girls have a very nice new home in Winnetka (North of LA in the San Fernando Valley).

The "Where Have You Been?" wall

Terayle is a great cook. One of the nights she made us yummy tacos. I pitched in by making guacamole which is my new forte.

When T. found out I had never had homeade fried chicken before, she took it upon herself to introduce me. She also made homeade mashed potatoes that were mouth-watering. Here's how it looked.

After the four days of fun, I finally headed home to Anchorage.

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