New Camera NIKON D60!!!

New Camera!!! I originally bought the camera for a Birthday/Christmas present, so I could photograph the night sky. But I think I'll use it for everyday use as well. OK, so I don't pretend to be a Photographer, or atleast not yet. But these are a few photo's I took yesterday that I really like, and hope you like them too.

Salem Bridge

A House Across Salem Pond

My Daughter and her Cousin Max, Best Friends.

My daughter and her cousin Max, They do whatever you tell them.

Timp Sunrise

Well my Friend Joel and I woke up at 3:00 am Saturday the 30th to hike timp. We intended to reach the summit by sunrise, however it didn't work out as planned. I still like how the photos turned out. It was breathtaking!!!

Provo Temple

On Wednesday Katie and I left the Temple around 8:00 pm after doing sealings. We left with this site on the horizon, all I had was my Camera phone, not too great, but it had the desired effect. The first photo is without anything changed, the second is Photoshopped, I tried to saturated the blue and orange to give a little more to the photo. Hopefully it worked:)

Coolant Failure

A few weeks ago, my Coolant light came on, not knowing the severity of the problem, I kept driving home. That night I bought more coolant and put it in the car. The next day on the way to work, the light came on again, now I was worried, so once I got to work I checked the radiator, and sure enough there was a leak. I huge crack.

So I decided to Google Radiators. By accident, I ended up chatting online with Radiator.com. they said thay had my part, mentioned they could get it to me in a few hrs, and qouted me a price. I had no intention of doing something this extensive job on my own, but figured I'd save at least $100 doing it this way. So I took the following day off from work, and went home, the whole time with the coolant light on.

After arriving home and seeing the Radiator waiting for me I decided to begin the task at hand. It took me about two hrs to complete the job, the entire time Katie bored out of her mind watching me, with Delila curious yet bored as well. Finishing, I refilled the radiator with coolant, and called it a night. The day I took off, turned into a day to help my wife with girls camp, Oh joy.

Despite what they said, it was much harder than changing a tire.

My Little Zhen Garden

Zhen-riffic

While at work serenity is essential. I made this little Zhen Garden to help relax, and collect myself. I call it Zhen-riffic!!

Girls Camp 2008

So my wife Katie asked me to do a logo for the girls camp this year. Leave a comment, let me know what you think? Obviously it's the leaders that have the final call, but I appreciate all comments.

Excited For The Subway

A few years ago, my family and I hiked the Subway. No not Subway Sandwich, or the Subway in Newyork. The Subway I speak of is a hike in Zions National Park, to do this particular hike, you need permits, the weather has to be favorable, and you need to be able to get wet, and not freak. A few things to remember while hiking this trail, are:

One-Myths: You do not need Rappeling gear, there is a cliff, but a side trail exists that allows you to avoid the cliff all together (We brought some gear, and while is was used on the cliff I felt bad for the person who had to carry it).

Two-Footwear: Wear shoes that are either meant to hike in water or shoes that don't have any special place in your heart (Teva, or Keens are my desired choice, though anything will work).

Three-Hydration: If at all possible bring a water filter, 9 miles hiking through desert and water can make anyone thirsty, and trust me when I say, you'll have plenty of water on the hike to filter (The particular water filter I own is a little more expensive than most but well worth the money it has a ceramic filter, and has a terricfic life span http://www.rei.com/product/695265).

Four-Apparal: Try to wear shorts that dry easily and are light, ie board shorts. Glasses and hats are preferrable but not needed (I also like to pack a pair of goggles, if you drop something in the water it's nice to find it again:) that really happened, and I used them).

Finally do not think that a 9 mile hike down hill is easy, this hike can kill you if you're not careful. There's reasons why permits are required for this hike, Just don't be stupid. Oh and one more thing, if you can, bring a digital camera, last time I did, and I've never regreted it. Use a ziploc to protect it from water.

Here are some pictures I took from last time we went.

Fin

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TRACIE!!!

I know it's a little early, but I'm too excited to wait. My good friend Tracie's birthday is on the 28th and she will be turning 28. Happy Golden Birthday Tracie.

Keele Look-alike Meter

Happy Birthday Joel

This little chunk of art goes out to my friend Joel, who's the big 28 today.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY JOEL

Stargazing

I was able to go to a Girl Scout Camp to assist in some Stargazing. Here's a few photos from the event. We saw Saturn, the Moon, and the International Space Station. Also they gave us each a box of those famous Girl Scout Cookies.

The Professor

I sketched this guy years ago, and finally got around to learning Illustator enough to the point of putting him, where I feel he should be.

Ender's Game

Well I finished Ender's Game, and thought I'd pay tribute to Mr. Orson Scott Card by doing this cool piece of art. ENJOY!!!

This is a hilarious clip from Family Guy with guest stars: Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul, and Randy Jackson. It's the American Idol tryouts with Stewie singing "Lost In Your Eyes" Debbie Gibson.

So True

I love this, I don't think there's a easier way to say it than this picture.

My sweet phone

The LG Shine, my new and favorite phone to date.
Holy sweetness!!!

Holy Crap my daughter is CUTE

It's harder than it looks

SCATTERGORIES. . .It's harder than it looks! Copy and paste into a new bulletin. Use the 1st letter of your name to answer each of the following... they have to be real places, names, things...nothing made up! Try to use different answers if the person in front of you had the same 1st initial. You CAN'T use your name for the boy/girl name question.

What is your name.............................. Richard
4 Letter Word...................................... Rock
Vehicle.............................................. Rolls-Royce State....................................................... Rhode Island
Boy Name.............................................. Ricardo
Girl Name.............................................. Rachael
Drink....................................................... Root Beer
Occupation............................................. Rat-Catcher
Something you wear............................. Ralph Lauren
Celebrity................................................ Redford, Robert
Food........................................................ Ratatouille
Something found in a bathroom.......... Rug
Reason for Being Late........................... Ran out of gas
Cartoon Character................................. Road Runner
Something You Shout............................ RUN FOREST RUN!!!
Animal..................................................... Racoon
Body part................................................ Rotator cup
Word to describe you............................ Rebellious

Now you have been tagged! Play the game see how you do!

Harlick Logo

My In laws are amazing people, so I decided to say thank you by making this cool updated logo for their company. Since my understanding is limited with the programs to make such a Logo. I acquired the help from my Father who is a genius at the programs. He helped me learn more about 3-D modeling and Animation, hopefully I can take what I've learned and grow from there.

http://www.harlick.com

The main edge Harlick has, is their hand made custom boots. Not only are they very durable, comfortable, the company designs, fits and makes their boots here in the country. While most other companies around the US outsource their production over seas to cut costs and increase profits, Harlick remains a family oriented company that provides good quality for a good deal.

A few movies that have used Harlick Skates are Ice Princess and Blades Of Glory.