The Lewis Family

It's been to long!

2009-10-15T11:46:00.009-06:00

Spending to much time on facebook has left "The Lewis Family" blog out in the cold... :( Lots has happened since the last post:

Marissa turned 14 in April, this is a picture from homecoming back at Old Mill:

Daddy had his 40th Birthday - Momma turned 40 something.....and is a full time college student (for now)

Matthew is now the big 13, all my kids are teenagers... uuugghhh!!!

Moved from Utah back to Maryland, settled back in the old house. Please don't make me move again anytime soon.... that is my new motto......

Megan got married, to "the Marine," Mike Gonzales. Not sure if he likes me calling him "the Marine," but I was an Army Soldier, soooo he's "the Marine" Go Army!

Team Mason ran the Army 10-miler again this year. We had a record turn out, put together two teams.. It was a great weekend. Finally got my brother to show, after two no-shows and we also got Clay to run.... Now he's a running fool... love ya babe!

Well that should do it for now. See you face book...

The Anatomy of a Plant Cell by Matthew Lewis

2009-03-31T20:15:00.004-06:00

For his 7th grade science project, Matthew did a model of a plant cell's anatomy. Good job Matt.

Clay's Photo Published on Schmap!

2009-01-03T05:24:00.003-07:00

I am delighted to let you know that a photo of mine has been selected for inclusion in the newly released sixth edition of the Schmap Salt Lake City Guide: If you click the link below, you'll see a map and on the right column is the photo.

Park City Historic Main Street
http://www.schmap.com/saltlakecity/sights_historic/p=142430/i=142430_20.jpg

This is pretty cool. No money was made but it's still rather exciting. Truth be told.. I didn't take this picture, my brother did when he came to visit in January of 2007.

Christmas 2008

2008-12-25T08:39:00.005-07:00

THE LEWIS FAMILY ADVENTURES!

Ok, Better late then never right. The kids and I (plus our two beagles) drove from Utah to Pennsylvania to spend Christmas with Clay and our families. It was an interesting trip. We left on a Saturday morning a mist a snow storm. Our drive through Wyoming and Nebraska was to say the least, scary!! I-80 was being closed behind us as we drove through white-out conditions, doing 40 MPH with the four way flashers on. At one point traffic came to a complete stop for about 30 minutes, after which we came upon two semi's, one plowed into the back end of the other and the cab was pretty much toast. Iowa was strewn with dozens of cars and tucks on their roofs, sides, in the medium, along the side of the road, every where, we lost count, but we continued on, even after we passed the semi-trailer that was just a smolder shell. We were determined to get to Daddy!! Really, have you ever traveled 1900 miles with three teenagers, two dogs and enough stuff in the truck to keep a small army alive for weeks?? Honestly they where good though, I only had to threaten to start though Christmas presents out the window once before they stopped bickering... Of course, the didn't have to get out of the car in -4 degree weather with 35 mph wind gusts to walk the dogs, needless to say, the dogs held their bladders for hours and didn't complain!!! Well, we made it to PA in three days, momma didn't stop much, one night we had donuts in the car for dinner, I think that was Iowa and it felt like 30 degrees below when I got out to walk the dogs! But it was worth it... we all had a great visit.

CHRISTMAS EVE AT TIM & SUZETTE'S

(AIDEN'S 1ST CHRISTMAS)

We had a great 10 days with the family, then we had to drive home! Clay came on the ride with us, and guess what, we drove straight though!! 38 hours in the car, with two kids, and two dogs (Megan flew home after spending a week in MD with her friends) I was never more happy to see my bed.... of course after we dug the truck out of the drive way!! We tried to pull into it, but got stuck in the three feet of snow that was currently taken up residence there. After getting the truck in the garage, Clay and I went to bed and slept from 10 am to 4 pm.

Can't wait to June when I get to do it again!!

Utah's Hogle Zoo

2008-11-22T13:45:00.001-07:00

The kids and I went to the Zoo! We all had a good time. The kids took most of the pictures, Matthew's favorite picture is the smiling goat.

To see more click: HERE

November 4, 2008

2008-11-04T13:39:00.001-07:00

Marissa - Horse Whisperer

2008-11-01T19:22:00.002-06:00

Marissa rides horse on Saturdays at a riding school in Salt Lake. She started riding in Maryland when she was 10 years old and she has come a long way. I still get nervous when she's jumping and I'm glad when the hour is up.

One day she might get her own horse (when she's old enough to drive and take care of it every day!!) until then I like borrowing other peoples horses.

Click here to see more pictures.

Happy Halloween

2008-10-31T23:55:00.004-06:00

The kids carved pumpkins on Thursday night and did an awesome job!!

Megan did the "dolphin wearing a witches hat eating a jelly fish"

Matt did the "throwing up pumpkin" and

Marissa's just looks scared because it got too close to Matt's pumpkin.

Hope everyone had a safe and Happy Halloween...

Arches National Park - Day Two

2008-10-19T14:21:00.001-06:00

After our little side trip to Four Corners, we headed back to Arches and hiked up to "Delicate Arch." It was a fun hike and the views where fabulous.

On the way out we stopped at other view points and took lots and lots of pictures, click here to enjoy them!

Four Corners National Monument

2008-10-19T10:13:00.005-06:00

We started day two out with a trip farther south to Four Corners National Monument. This is the only place in the U.S. where 4 states meet: AZ, NM, UT, and CO.

Well all I can say is: "now I can say I've been there." "Hi Mom!"

Arches National Park - Day One

2008-10-18T18:53:00.003-06:00

The Lewis family took a trip down to Arches National Park outside of Moab, Utah. This is day one. We took the 7.2 mile hike which started at "landscape arch" and took us to "private arch" "double O arch" "wall arch" (which is the arch that collapsed) past lots of "fins" and back to "landscape arch" It was a lot of climbing and some scary moments for momma, but we had a great time.

To see the other pictures click here!

First Park City Snow of 2008 - 2009

2008-10-12T18:36:00.005-06:00

It may not seem like much, but we got our first snow for the 2008 - 2009 winter season. It started yesterday morning and by afternoon most of it melted from the lower areas, but it started up again this morning and left the mountains covered in a foggy snow. I hope we get a little less than the 500+ inches we got last year. (The last time it snowed was 4 months ago on June 11th.)

Megan's 18th Birthday Celebration!

2008-10-12T17:31:00.004-06:00

Megan celebrated her 18th birthday on October 10th. Clay was out of town so we celebrated it with her on the 11th. We went to our usual birthday hang out "Outback Steak House" I'd like to say Megan goes for the steaks, but she's been a "non-meat eater" since the 6th grade, Megan goes to Outback for the bread! She had 2 loafs that night, the rest of the family split one loaf. Here's to many more loafs and many more Happy Birthdays!!

Click here to checkout pictures from Megan's younger years!

2008 Army Ten Miler

2008-10-05T09:27:00.002-06:00

TEAM MASON runs the Army 10-Miler for the second year!

Yes we did it. Congratulations to all! Kendall ran the fasted time this year! She's really been working out - you go girl!! Jen and I came in 2nd, great running for to "old" retired Army bums who haven't been working out!!!. Great job to Mom and Dad for going the distance. Congrats to Jackie on her virgin run!! And a special "shout-out" to my sister Kim, it was a tough summer, but she ran her butt off and made the distance! Can't wait to next year, maybe I'll be able to get my nephew Josh to run since I can't get Tim or Suzette to run (Josh is at Marine Boot Camp and is going to be stationed in Washington D.C. with the U.S. Marine Corps Band so I'm sure he'll be thrilled to run the Army race with us, but you won't find me at the Marine Marathon any time soon....)

Before After
No Clay did not run, he didn't even stay and take pictures, he rode 100 miles on his bike the day before and sleep in the car during the race
A very healthy lunch after the race!!

Kendall and Michelle run the Golden Gate Bridge!

2008-08-03T17:39:00.005-06:00

On August 3rd Kendall and I ran the San Francisco 1/2 Marathon. It was a great trip. The views during the run (almost) made the hills we had to run worth it!!
Looking forward to the Army 10-miler in October.

Timmy comes to town!!!

2008-06-27T20:03:00.003-06:00

For my birthday, Clayton got me tickets to see my favorite male country singer - Tim McGraw - Thanks Babe!! We went on Friday and I had a fabulous time!! The open acts were Halfway to Hazard and Jason Aldean. It was great (not as great as seeing him with you Suzette!)

My camera took really bad pictures, but a few came out ok.

Toby Keith w/ Montgomery Gentry, my favorite duo, are coming to Salt Lake September 20th, I'm working on convincing him I have to go to that one too!

Michelle

Matthew's the big 12!

2008-06-14T20:13:00.003-06:00

There seems to be lots happening in Park City lately! Matthew turned 12 today. One more year and he'll be a teenager like his sisters (hopefully not exactly like his sisters!) We cooked out and had cake with strawberries and kool-whip. It was a beautiful day in Utah. Beats the snow we had on my birthday - three days ago!!! The bottom picture is Scooter sleeping in this morning-too cute, I had to add it.

Momma turns 40!

2008-06-11T18:00:00.002-06:00

LORDY, LORDY, LORDY,
SHELLY'S 40,
AIN'T THAT NIFTY,
IN 10 MORE YEARS
SHE'S GOING TO BE 50!

Mason/Lewis Trip to Yellowstone N.P.

2008-06-10T21:27:00.007-06:00

Since Mom and Dad Mason came to Utah to wath their granddaughter graduate, we decided to visit Yellowstone National Park. As impossible to believe, the weather there was colder than Park City. It dropped down to below freezing. We stayed in a cabin at the Grand Teton National Park and drove around Yellowstone visiting "old faithful" and all the other sights, saw lots of animals and snow. The trip was a long one and we tried to cram it all into two days.

We definitely need to plan a week next time and see the the other half or more that we missed. We also need to bring gloves and hats as it sleeted on us when we where waiting for "old faithful" to erupt.

Matthew was not impressed by the show, he thought it would start with a big bang and be "bigger."

All in all I think it was a nice way to spend time with the family.

Megan Graduates!

2008-06-06T21:15:00.000-06:00

Can you believe it, one down, two to go!! Just kidding...

On Friday June 6, 2008 Megan graduated from Park City High School, Park City, Utah. The weather was a cold and very windy 55 degrees. We sat outside but luckily we brought lots of blankets with us. The graduating class was around 320 but they managed to get it all done in exactly 1 hour and 30 minutes. It was a very nice ceremony.

Good Luck to Megan as her new journey in life begins! Love you, Mom and Dad, Marissa and Matt!

Clay and Shell Celebrate 20!

2008-05-27T20:57:00.001-06:00

Clay and Michelle celebrated our 20th anniversary by taking a trip to Los Angles and San Diego, California. We saw a show "Wicked", walked the stars, went to the Chinese Theater and saw the foot/hand prints of the stars, the Hollywood sign, and toured the U.S.S. Midway Aircraft Carrier. It was a great trip and a great way to start our 20th year together. (another thing checked off the "bucket list".)

As you can see, I wore my Army jacket! Got a discount because I'm retired, but Active Duty get in free!

Megan and Trent go to the Prom!

2008-05-03T19:08:00.004-06:00

Park City Senior Prom, May the Third Two Thousand and Eight, The Marriott Hotel, Salt Lake City, Utah. Megan and Trent dressed in the school colors. Don't they just look fabulous!!?? Drive safe and be home at a decent hour!

April Showers - Utah Style

2008-03-31T09:44:00.003-06:00

Do you ever wonder when enough is enough? Well not us here in Park City, because there never seems to be an end of the white stuff ! The kids are no longer impressed, hard to be when a foot of the white fluffy stuff doesn't even slow the school buses down. And Momma, she's tired of shoveling the white stuff!! But, you know what they say "April showers bring July flowers." I think it will be July before all this stuff melts!!

Hoover Dam

2008-02-23T19:30:00.002-07:00

On our way our of Las Vegas we made another side trip to Boulder City, Nevada... the home of Hoover Dam. The dam sits on the border of Nevada and Arizona. We drove across twice and spent a good amount of time walking around the area.

The tour guide said I was allowed to take all the "dam" pictures I wanted and I felt obliged to do just that. I was also told that on holidays and long weekends that sometimes it may take up to three hours to cross the dam due to a narrow two-lane road that runs the length of the border. So in some of the pictures you will see "super-highway" being built to by-pass the dam altogether and reduce congestion.

It was rather impressive to see the dam in person. A true engineering marvel.

Click here to see more "dam" pictures.

Dolphins!!

2008-02-23T19:20:00.002-07:00

The Mirage Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas (home of Sigfried and Roy) also houses Dolphin Habitat just outside the casino doors.

Megan and Marissa spent some time exploring and took a number of these photos within the habitat.

Click here to view more photos of the dolphins.

Viva Las Vegas Part II

2008-02-23T17:42:00.002-07:00

Continuing on our weekend trip, we decided to take the strip by foot. There is SO much to see on the strip that we couldn't possibly see it all. We focused mainly on the area of the Bellagio, Caesars Palace, The Mirage, Paris, The Flamingo and the other surrounding attractions.

Click HERE to see Part II of the Vegas pictures.

Viva Las Vegas

2008-02-23T07:27:00.002-07:00

We spent the Presidents Day holiday in Las Vegas. We made the 6hr drive down Interstate 15 which leads right into the north side of Las Vegas. We got off the highway and drove down Las Vegas Blvd from the north end all the way down to the Las Vegas sign.

The first night there we spent on Fremont Street. So many lights that the senses can go into overload without warning.

Click HERE to see all the other pictures from our Las Vegas Trip.

Visit to Kolob Canyon - Zion National Park

2008-02-23T01:39:00.003-07:00

On a recent trip south to Las Vegas, we made a side trip into the Zion National Park just north of St. George, UT. The area is called Kolob Canyon and although it's just a very small portion of the entire park, it was still breathtaking.

This spring we're planning a weekend trip into the park again but focusing on the north east part of the park called Arches.

Click here to see more photos of Kolob Canyon.

Clay Makes the Local News!!

2008-02-03T22:50:00.000-07:00

If you haven't heard, we've just been pummeled with snow since the end of December. We have huge piles of snow in the yard. While making a trip to the local grocery store, I got stopped by Fox 13 News, the local Salt Lake City news station and was asked what I thought about the snow. Here's the clip. (Michelle isn't really yelling at me about the snow... she loves it as much as I do. Well, almost as much) ;)

Medals in hand.

2008-01-19T12:44:00.001-07:00

Medals in hand.
Originally uploaded by themactech

Once again, Kendall and I ran the P.F. Chang Rock 'n Roll 1/2 Marathon. This year Clay did not come with, so all the picture where taken by Kendall and I as we ran. We had lots of fun... Next stop Phili 10 miler 3 May, then San Francisco to run the bridge on 3 Aug and finishing up the year with the Army 10-miler in Oct... Any one interested?

To see more pictures of our run - click here!

To visit the "running for Rick" page - click here!

Thanks!

It's official

2008-01-19T12:36:00.001-07:00

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Originally uploaded by themactech

After 20 years, the day I had been waiting for finally arrives. My unit put together an OUTSTANDING retirement ceremony - thanks guys!! Thanks to my family who supported me for 20 years and for coming to the ceremony. Special thanks to my husband of 19 years and my three wonderful children.

To view other pictures click here

Michelle and I Go Our Separate Ways....

2008-01-05T20:38:00.000-07:00

Now don't panic.. it's not as bad as it sounds. She's going to Phoenix this Thursday to run the PF Chang's Rock n Roll Marathon and this year I'm taking the opportunity to head to San Francisco... Macworld 2008!!

I know I know... it's my job to follow the girls through the race and take pictures. But honestly, how many pictures can I take of them running through the same streets of Phoenix time and time again. No disrespect but I need to find them a new city to run in. Hmmm... San Diego??.. no.. HAWAII!!

So wish Michelle and Kendall "Good Luck". I'm sure they'll do great even without me to be their SAG vehicle and chauffeur. :) Me? I'm headed to an exciting place with all my mac geek buddies. I'll hit Chinatown, take a trolley ride and maybe see if I can crawl out of the same hole that Clint Eastwood did in Escape from Alcatraz. :)

Lisa Has Pictures to Share

2008-01-01T19:01:00.000-07:00

Lisa Cosentine (Zimmerman), forwarded a few pics from her visit to Germany in the late 90s (97, 98... correct me if I'm wrong Lisa.). I'm hoping she sends along more pics. She spent some time with us, traveling around to various towns in Germany. The attached pics are Missa when she was about 3yrs old.

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!

2008-01-01T06:23:00.000-07:00

Hope everyone had a nice holiday. We spent New Years Eve at Mike and Karen's house in Park City. It was a very low key event. Karen prepared a TON of food and Mike made his world famous chili. YUM!! Got to visit and make some new friends and just hung out in general.

Anyhow, not much to report there but here's to a new year. Let's make it a good one. And be sure to vote for your new year resolutions on the right side of this page. :)

Favorite Kid Shots

2007-12-30T06:03:00.001-07:00

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Originally uploaded by themactech

I came across a photo archive on CD that we keep in our fireproof box and started rummaging through all the photos and there are TONS. I decided it was time to start embarrassing my teenage girls by posting some of these pics from time to time. Also there are pics of some of the other kids in the family that I came across.. Check it out.

Click HERE for the whole collection of my favorite shots.

The Lewis Family Christmas CD

2007-12-28T12:11:00.000-07:00

This year, in lieu of spending $$ on gifts, we took the time to sit down and record a few christmas ditties on CD and pass out to the family as a keepsake. For those who received one, we hope you enjoyed it. If you would like a copy of the CD please feel free to ask. I have (and can make) as many as needed.

The songs that actually made the CD were; Nuttin' For Christmas sung by Matt (it's so bad that it's too cute not to listen to), Grandma Got Run Over sung by Matt, Michelle and me (as grandpa), Santa Baby sung by Michelle. I decided I wanted to do my own version of Santa Baby so I added that (you can hear Michelle's vocal on that version too) and i sang my sappy version of Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas. And you will find a reading of Twas The Night from Matthew. I think he sounds a lot like Linus from Charlie Brown... you be the judge.

(RIGHT or CNTRL click on a link below and select SAVE LINK AS to download)
Twas The Night Before Christmas - Matthew
Grandma Got Run Over By a Reindeer - Matt, Michelle and Clay
Nuttin' For Christmas - Matthew
Santa Baby - Michelle
Santa Baby - Clay and Michelle (i couldn't resist)
Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas - Clay

Just got an iPod for Christmas?

2007-12-28T11:25:00.000-07:00

From the Apple Hot News Page...

Just got a new iPod? Then visit iTunes Tutorials. It provides a fast and easy way to learn how to get the most out of iTunes. Short videos show you how to Sync Your iPod, Import Music from CDs, Create Playlists, Get Free Podcasts, Shop the iTunes Store, and more. Of course, if you’re giving a friend a new iPod this holiday season, be sure to send your lucky recipient to iTunes Tutorials website. It’s the perfect place to help them get started with iTunes.

Click here to visit the tutorial pages

Ciralight Xmas Party!!

2007-12-16T20:49:00.000-07:00

Ciralight held their annual Christmas party (2nd one since I've been onboard) and it was a blast. Jacque talked me into bringing my keyboard and maybe playing a tune or two... With the help of her sister Diana Lee, Rex, Earl and Jacque too we had fun singing back and forth and the crowd was very supportive :)

We sang a few christmas songs like, Santa Baby, The Christmas Song, Jingle Bell Rock, I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus, and I even attempted to belt out Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas, with the help of Rex.

Earl and Julie hosted the party and they have an absolutely beautiful house. We appreciate their hospitality.

Matt and I practiced a little christmas ditty but didn't get the chance to show it off. So we'll save that for the Xmas CD this year. :)

Click HERE to see more pics

Tubing in Park City

2007-12-13T07:19:00.000-07:00

The joke is that I don't ski because my body doesn't like being thrown down hills at high velocities, therefor... I TUBE.

Michelle and I took the kids to the local Gorgoza Tubing Park for a couple hours on Sunday. And we had a blast. This is a much slower pace resort with lifts that drag you and your tube up the hill. At the top, you can fly solo or lash all your buddies tubes together and go flying down as one big screaming mass of flesh. :)

If you've never been... do it...

Winter in Utah

2007-12-12T20:26:00.001-07:00

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Originally uploaded by themactech

Well after being here for almost a year, I knew Park City gets a lot of snow. This past weekend proves it.

2.5 FEET!!

Spent the weekend shoveling the driveway a number of times. Might be time to breakdown and get a snow blower for sure. It's not even winter yet. The ski resorts are in full swing all around the area with all the snow.

We're planning on visiting the Tubing Park just down the road and spend a couple hours sliding down the hills without breaking any bones. :)

Click HERE to see more pictures

Family Summer Photo

2007-12-12T19:58:00.001-07:00

Family Summer Photo
Originally uploaded by themactech

This is the photo we decided to use for this year's Xmas card. It was taken in the backyard of Michael and Karen Basch's house in Park City.

Moving to UT

2007-11-03T01:29:00.000-06:00

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Originally uploaded by themactech

The day has finally come. The whole family is joining me in Utah. Michelle has retired from the Army after 20 years and we decided to move the whole family out west.

So we loaded up the rest of our belongings in a 26' Uhaul, put the Mustang on a trailer and drove the 2200 miles west to Park City, UT.

Click HERE to see more pictures.

Matt Gets his Black Belt

2007-11-01T20:20:00.000-06:00

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Originally uploaded by themactech

A proud moment for sure. After years of momma dragging Matthew to karate, it finally pays off when he is awarded his Black Belt. In the photo he is shaking hands with Sensei Sr. Now that he's in Utah, we need to find him a location that practices his style of karate... Tang So Do.

We're all proud of him. Congratulations Matthew!!

Click HERE to see more pictures

2007 Army 10-Miler in DC

2007-10-13T01:12:00.000-06:00

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Originally uploaded by themactech

It's that time again. October is here and it's time for the Army 10-Miler. This year, almost the entire Mason gang participated. Michelle, Kim, Kendall, Cadie, Diann and Richard all took part in Team Mason.

Running For Rick was the theme. Everyone finished in fine fashion and no one passed out.

The run starts out at the Pentagon, travels across the Memorial bridge past the Lincoln Memorial, up and around the Kennedy Center and the Watergate Hotel, along the Potomac, down the length of Independence Ave, around the US Capitol building back to the Pentagon.

Click HERE to see more pictures.

Tearin' Up the Salt Flats

2007-07-13T00:31:00.000-06:00

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Originally uploaded by themactech

The 2.5hr drive from Park City to Wendover, NV, isn't all that exciting. Except for the last 10 miles or so before you enter into Nevada. This is where you come face to face with the Salt Flats of UT....100+ miles due west of the great Salt Lake, straight out I-80, you arrive at what appears to be a wide spread area of snow, which is in fact SALT. Salt left over from the remains of another great lake in the area... many many years ago.

We visited in the middle of July... the HOTTEST time of year to visit the Flats... it was SCORCHING!!!

A few miles west, we arrived at the Bonneville Speedway. All it really is a really flat, level surface of salt. Many speed records have been broken here. You can even drive your own car out on the flats if you dare and open her up. :)

Click HERE to see more pictures.

Going Back in Time

2007-06-12T21:42:00.000-06:00

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Originally uploaded by themactech

June 2007 was my (Clay's) 20th high school reunion. Reluctantly, I talked myself into going back in time and revisiting a number of my friends from back in the day. I was glad I did. Getting to see some of the folks I used to hang out with every day was a treat.

People like Kris Koolidge, Lisa Zimmerman, Jamie Miller, Rick Weilminster, Jon Thomas, Chris Dell, Michelle Zimmerman and so many others.

We met for drinks at the Valley Inn, then gather for a picnic at the local pool the next day and followed up with dinner and dancing at 33 East. A good time for sure. Looking forward to future reunions.

Click HERE to see more pictures.

Spring Mountain Bike Ride

2007-04-29T23:54:00.000-06:00

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Originally uploaded by themactech

It's late April and I needed to get out of the condo and get some air. There was still some snow on the ground higher up but the temps were getting warmer.

So up the mountain I rode across the road from my condo.

Click HERE for more pictures.

Jason Visits Park City

2007-01-13T23:30:00.000-07:00

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Originally uploaded by themactech

After driving 36hrs from MD to UT, Jason hung out with me in Park City for a few days. He spent his days traveling the FREE bus system we have here in PC. The buses are free to help alleviate the parking on and around Main Street.. Park City's main tourist attraction.

Main Street is home to may restaurants and shops most which are pretty pricey. Just a few blocks over is the Park City Mountain Ski Resort.

Many celebrities frequent PC and some actually live here. The Sundance Film Festival is PC's most famous event. In the middle of January, Hollywood uplifts itself from California and drops into Park City to view the lastest round of Indie Films.

Come visit and you may get to see Paris Hilton draggin' her little rat dog around town. ;)

Click HERE to see more pictures.

MD to UT in 36 Hrs

2007-01-12T22:48:00.000-07:00

Originally uploaded by themactech

My brother, Jason, and I, drove from Baltimore MD to Park City UT in 36 hrs (1 1/2 days). We drove I-70 for almost the entire way until we arrived in Denver. We then turned north and connected with I-80.

Traveling through Maryland, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Missouri, Kansas, Colorado, Wyoming and then finally into Utah. The most interesting site was seeing the St Louis Arch lit up at night as we drove through the city around 9:30pm. We then stopped in Ft Riley, KS to drive through the area where Michelle and I first lived after we were married. At 2:00am... nothing looked quite the same as I remembered it. :)

3:30am, we finally had to stop and rest. At a remote Rest Stop in Kansas, we both napped while the bitter cold wind whipped the truck back and forth. After an 1 1/2hr snooze we were back on our way...

The road was good to us for most of the drive. We averaged just over 65 mph for most of the trip. But the moment we arrived in Cheyenne, WY on I-80 our travels quickly slowed down.

Because of bad weather, blowing snow and ice, the road turned gnarly and our speeds dropped to below 25mph until we got almost halfway thru Wyoming.

Jason took pictures most of the way but unknowingly had his camera set to Black & White. They turned out pretty good.

Click HERE to see more pictures.