Hair Cut Time

This morning as I walked outside I knew something was different in the air, the sun shining, the birds humming and the flowers blooming led me to believe that spring time was here to stay, and with that there would be a refreshment of things. This would include getting my haircut. After six months of letting it grow out, it is finally time to get it cut. I no longer have a need for my long locks as they gave me the warmth and protection that I needed from the cold winter. Conversely, I need to get it cut as soon as possible to keep me cool in the hot summer this year. With that I bid farewell to my golden locks of 2011-2012!

But first here are some pictures. Some are not so attractive (definitely the first two I admit) but for others. . . well I'll let your eyes decide that one :)

p.s - I think I posted some pictures of my long hair from in an earlier post . For a detailed comparison of the years and pictures, please utilize the archived or go to the year (2009) of this blog.

Laundry Accident

The day was Saturday June 11th. The time was approximately 1300 hours. The location was Fiesta Mall in Mesa. Diana and I were searching for a new washer and dryer and thought we would try our luck with good ole' Sears. Sears offers a vast amount of differing options to choose from, but what was making our quest challenging was finding both washer and dryer under 27" in depth. This is, so that it would fit in the closet designated for it.

Anyway, I brought a tape measure with me and was using it quite frequently, narrowing down our choices in a hurry. I noticed that some of the dryers have an extra bulge in the back that sticks out. These ones are difficult to measure if they are backed up against something. In this case, this something was another row of dryers. I couldnt tell if this particular dryer had the extra bulge in the back so I leaned over and stuck my arm awkwardly down the back of it. Sure enough it did and I told Diana.

The problem came when I tried to pull my arm out. For the life of me I couldnt get it free. To make matters worse the measuring tape (which was snug on my belt) pinned to the dryer which I was sure was gonna cause some scratches. I tried getting it out for about 5 or 10 seconds didnt really think too much of it, yet once it passed 10 seconds I realized I may be in a situation. I told Diana that I couldnt get out and she started laughing. Once again I told her this was serious as she started laughing again. I started looking around at other employees and customers hoping they would not take a looksie at me. I just wanted to get my arm out and get outta there! Finally, I think diana realized the situation and started tugging at my arm. After about 5 seconds of pulling, it came out with a cut on my arm to boot. All in all, I was probably only stuck for about 30 seconds, but it definitely was an awkward 30 seconds! Perhaps, the most important thing is to this day, I have no knowledge of anybody witnessing the event besides Diana. To this I am thankful.

Then again, the thought just came to me, that maybe the security guards up in their room were looking at tape and came acrost it for a chuckle or two, lol.

Camping Pictures of the Past Month

Near Pine

Superman on the Rim

Camping Friends

Miami Heat

I just wanted it to be documented for all to see that I pick the miami heat to win the nba championship next year.

Utah Trip

we found some cows near a small brook. Looks like diana scared them away.

hoover dam in a rainstorm
beautiful picture of hoover dam

A little late, but here is some pictures from my Utah trip over conference weekend.

Sorry no pics of Utah itself just the ride. However, we did come across a few picturesque views as you can see.

I know, I am absolutely the worst at taking pictures. No diggidy no doubt. Kelle, I need your help in sending me any pictures from up there in Utah.

5 Years In

On September 25, 2005 I started my first day working for Maricopa County. Last week commemorates my 5th year working for them. I cant believe it has already been 5 years!

Can Kobe become legendary!

(Two of the greats)!


(People forget the hi-flyer kobe was when he had his fro).

Here it is. An hour before tip-off time of game 7 in the finals of the NBA championships. It does not get any better than this in sports. I absolutely love game 7's and I dont even care what the sport it is.

There has been a lot of talk this playoffs on how great kobe bryant is? How will he be viewed historically with the game of basketball. Will he go down with the greats like chamberlin, russell, bird, magic and jordan? And when his career is over, will he be the best ever? These are some of the questions people are asking around the country. Everybody seems to view that having rings (championships) is the end-all be-all when discussing the greatest players in the game, which I dont agree with. Kobe does not have to win another title for me to put him in elite status with all of the greats. I already know he is by watching him for the past 14 years. The thing is, there has been been many people who dismiss these questions as preposterous and without merit. For the life of me, I just don't get it.

It seems in the past 3 years that Kobe has received a lot of accolades and compliments from fans, commentators and the like, that he is the best player in the game, or at least the 2nd best. Where were these people 6, 7 years ago? This guy has the best offensive skills that I have ever seen, and I said that in 2003 (This includes Michael Jordan). I feel like people do not know how to seperate between the personal and the basketball. The bottom line is this guy has mad skills and talent. He wants to win more than anybody! (Ginobili is a close second) and has the heart of a warrior. You have to love anybody who is so dedicated to their craft, and has an indomnitable spirit like Kobe does. Admirable.

When Shaq and Kobe played earlier in the decade, all you heard was how kobe ruined the team with their fued, yet can't we all see who was really dedicated to the game?! Shaq didnt play 20 games a year because he was lazy and would never in a million years, apply himself the way kobe did. Anyway, shaq got all the love from the people because he is a people person. If you look back at the 2006 finals he did absolutely nothing because D. Wade carried him, and has done nothing for the past 6 years. Another topic for another day, I guess.

Anyway, the game time is approaching, and Kobe has another game to demonstrate why he should be in the conversation as the greatest player to ever play the game!