Burbank Tower Sunrise

When your office has a 360 degree view of the world, you get to see sunrises like this:

It's Going to be a GIRL!

Although it was a 50/50 chance, I chose correctly that we will be the grandparents of a girl! I’m sure Alicia will post at her blog all the great details. But they did say that the baby is extremely healthy, active, and indicate a birth around April 26th. YAHOO!

New Tunnel

You may recall the 31 truck pile-up in the tunnel near our house last month. They just opened it up and we happened to be going right by it when it did. I was taking Kyle to work when, all of a sudden, they took the barrier away. I said, “what the heck, Kyle, let’s get on the news!” I’m thinking someone saw us on TV with all the helicopters and news vans there covering the opening.

Off Broadway Bistro

There is a new restaurant in town that is worth the effort to try. Off Broadway Bistro in Valencia. Sandy, Kyle, and I (at the invitation of Josh) tried it last night and discovered it to be great food, atmosphere, and service. Trying Sandy’s lasagna, it’s the best in town. I had the guacamole burger--best burger in town. The owners, David and Michelle Bucks were very friendly and helpful.

Happy Birthday, Sandy!

Sandy finally made it to 35 years old! She even has a new look, compliments of her new employer, Josh. Life is good! (the mess in the background is the painting that is going on all over the house.)

All Clear

Looks like the fire stayed away from us this year, YAHOO! Many have already seen this NASA picture, but thought I’d share it anyway--pretty cool.

Here is a reference to the photo above: (our house is by the “Magic” fire...)

More Fire

The fire has hit closer to home in Stevenson Ranch about 2 miles north of here. Evacuation is possible within the evening depending on the wind. Paul, Kyle, and I went to the top of the hill to take spectacular pictures of fire drops: More Pictures

Here’s an example:

On Fire, Again

Southern California is on fire again. Malibu seems to be getting the worst of it for now, but just like a few years ago, after the wind shifts back to normal in a few days, it will work its way toward us, maybe. They just put a fire out that was not far from the home in Placerita Canyon (where Alicia and Casey used to live)! The helicopters were heroes in that one. Then they immediately moved back to Castaic, about 5 miles north of here. News at 11. Here are some more pictures.

Here’s a view from the backyard...

UPDATE: Kyle’s High School (West Ranch HS) is now threatened.....he’s elated

Continued Requirements for Kyle

Along the lines of not falling for the popular sediments of global warming, et al, is popular speech. The words, “like,” “you know,” or “you know what I’m saying?” are imbedded into many peoples sentences these days because it’s popular. Thus I have some more required information for Kyle: required watching and listening...



http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SCNIBV87wV4

Required Reading for Kyle

Although this is required reading for my son, Kyle, I thought I’d post it for others’ enlightenment.

Global Warming Delusions, by Daniel B. Botkin

Airbus A380 delivered today

In honor of the Airbus A380 being delivered today, here are some interesting videos:

Videos of A380

Blue Angle Speed

I had to share this high speed pass for its WOW factor...

Freeway Shut Down

About 2 miles from our house a major accident took place that shut I-5 down for hours (now days). Good thing I start a two week vacation today! Paul and Kyle used my motorcycle to take the detour on The Old Road to work which is about a mile past the wreck. Paul got caught in the traffic coming home from work last night--an 8 minute ride took 2 hours! People just parked their cars on the shoulder and left them after being stuck over 12 hours today. It’s odd seeing all the parked cars on the freeway near the house. It’s 1994 all over again!!! (earthquake...)

Talent Like This Must Be Exploited

Coast Guard at BUR

Nice change of pace at work with the C130 that dropped parachuters over the Coliseum today