Among "Giants"

East Rutherford, N.J. Nov. 16--Yes, I was a mere photographer among Giants Sunday as I got my first chance to photograph the New York Giants at the Meadowlands, against my hometown Baltimore Ravens.

And while the cold wind was whipping across the field, it didn't bother me one bit as I watched the defending Super Bowl Champions beat the Ravens 30-10, proving that yes Alex, your Giants, once again, are pretty darn good.

While taking in the whole atmosphere of the game was awesome, the best part of it was walking inside the stadium, past the waiting players, then stepping out onto the field right before they did. Quite an awesome experience boys.

I had a great time shooting the game, and was able to catch up with friends and fellow photographers during and after the game. I have to say a special thank you to my co-workers, Kathy Willens, and Bill Kostroun, who were nice enough to show me around and make sure I didn't get lost.

I miss you boys.

Alex, Brady, looking forward your visit next week, we are going to have a great time. Tyler, Lukie, you boys are next. I can't wait.

As always,
Love,
Dad

I love a parade...

Georgetown, Del., Nov. 6--While I'm thankful the election is finally over, for me it still sort of lingers on as Vice-president elect Joe Biden is from Delaware, which is part of my coverage area.

And the reason I say it still "lingers on" is because good ol' Joe loves to come home every weekend to his beloved state. Which means I'll be spending more quality time in the "First State."

On Thursday, Biden made his first trip back after being elected, participating in the Return Day parade in this quaint little town. The tradition of the parade, which dates back almost 200 years, has the winning and losing candidates from Election Day riding together in open, horse-drawn carriages and antique automobiles.

As you can tell from the photo of me walking the route with a member of Biden's staff, far left, and a Secret Service agent, taken by my friend Suchat Pederson of the The (Wilmington) News-Journal, it was a miserable day. It rained the whole way on the two hour drive from Baltimore, and didn't let up until I got home 10 hours later.

A long day.

I miss you boys.

Love,
Dad

Historic Election

Baltimore, Nov. 4--Election day has finally come and gone, thank goodness, as it was a one long day for me.

I started the day out photographing Vice President-elect Joe Biden as he and his family voted in Wilmington, Del., then drove back to Baltimore to photograph the large turnout at the polls.
Later that night, I had a great experience watching the returns on a big screen t.v. at Bethel AME Church in downtown.

The atmosphere at the church was electrifying. It was an old time revival prayer service and a party at the same time.

My friend Justin Kase Conder took this photograph of me at the end of the night.

And yes, Brady, Brack Obama won, you were right!

Love,
Dad

To the hoop!!

College Park, Md., Thursday Oct. 16--Spent the afternoon covering the University of Maryland's mens basketball media day yesterday. Washington Times photographer Peter Lockley set up his lights for portraits, and I decided to jump in and have one of those "stylish" photos taken.
Fun afternoon.

Love,
Dad

Taking in some history

Philadelphia, Oct. 9, 2008--Had a few hours to kill before the start of the baseball game tonight, so myself, Houston based photographer David J. Phillip, and Milwaukee photographer Morry Gash decided to do some sight seeing before heading over the ballpark.

We started out the trip by chowing down on Philly cheese steaks at the legendary Geno's. I had mine "provolone with," which means provolone cheese with onions. You have to order the right way or it messes up the whole process.

After lunch, we drove around the city and stopped at Independence Hall, where the Declaration of Independence was signed, then went and the saw the Liberty Bell.

Then it was on to see the statue of Rocky, located at the base of the Philadelphia Museum of Art stairs made famous in the first film. We just did a drive by of it, but it was still cool to check it, and the nearby Schuylkill (SKOO-kull) River out.

Heading over the game now boys. Sure wish you guys were here to see it with me.

See you in two days!!!!

Love,
Dad

Hello from Philly

Philadelphia, Oct. 8, 2008--Sorry for the long delay between postings boys, but I'm finally getting back into the swing of things.

Spent yesterday roaming the upper deck of Citizens Bank Park, home of the Philadelphia Phillies, as the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Phillies practiced for game one of the NLCS, which starts tonight.

I'll be shooting the game and every pitch, from centerfield, which should be a blast for the next two nights, then it's off to Kentucky Saturday morning to celebrate Alex's ninth birthday!!!

I can't wait, we're going to have a great weekend.


See you then,


Love,

Dad

Are you ready for some football!!!

Baltimore, MD, Sept. 7--Finally, and I mean, finally, the NFL is upon us. Had the great pleasure of covering the opening game of the Ravens season against the Cincinnati Bengals earlier today. And, being a long time Bengals fan, I couldn't help but pull for them as they opened the season against my new adopted team, the Ravens.
But, as luck would have it, the Ravens won their opener, behind rookie QB Joe Flacco.
Above is a photo of me with a few Bengals fans, the one on the far right, a former student of my buddy Sean Elkins in Owenton. Go figure.
Love you boys,
Dad