The Price of Freedom

I am a Battle Captain for an Attack Helicopter Battalion in the First Cavalry Division, currently deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. I am an AH-64D Longbow Apache helicopter pilot and a veteran of OIF II. I have a very amazing son, David, who I miss very much and think about every day. I plan on getting out of the military as soon as I am able to go work for my dad in Florida. I hope to start a nice little business of my own someday!

Monday, October 31, 2005

Happy Halloween


Now here's something REALLY scary! Posted by Picasa
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Sunday, October 30, 2005

Happy Halloween!


This is a cool super-saturated picture of Paul's Jack-O-Lantern. If you think this is scary, just wait until he dresses up tomorrow morning for the Halloween Fun Run. Think YMCA! Posted by Picasa
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I'm coming to get you!!! Mwahaahaahaa!!! Posted by Picasa
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Baby In A Box


Cleaning out the garage has never been so fun! Posted by Picasa
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Friday, October 21, 2005

O.A.R. came to town


O.A.R. just released a new CD and added some new tour dates including one down in Austin. Since they were coming our way, Paul invited them to come to Ft. Hood and see what he does everyday. They were able to see an Apache up close and even sit in the simulator. We, and a group of friends, then went down and saw the show (VIP style!). We had a great time hanging out with the band. Posted by Picasa
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During the show


Our view! We had the best seats in the house. The guys from OAR put on a great show. Posted by Picasa
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We got cool VIP passes to the show. We were able to watch the show from above the crowd. Posted by Picasa
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Before the show


The guys even got to check out the simulator. Posted by Picasa
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Jerry and Rich from O.A.R. sitting in an Apache. Posted by Picasa
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Paul and some of his army buddies showing the O.A.R. guys an apache helicopter Posted by Picasa
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Tuesday, October 18, 2005

Distractions!


We buy a new toy for David and he chooses to play with the box it came in. Figures Posted by Picasa
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Snotty nose! I have a cold. Posted by Picasa
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I want to grow up and be just like my daddy Posted by Picasa
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Wednesday, October 12, 2005

Let me out!!!

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David has learned how to pull himself up in his crib. Needless to say, we had to drop down the crib so he couldn't fall out!

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Tuesday, October 11, 2005

Sea World Trip to San Antonio


Once again, I am the luckiest guy in the world! Posted by Picasa
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This is cool no matter how old you are. David sat still for more then ten minutes (a first, believe me) watching this show. Posted by Picasa
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Checking out the penguins Posted by Picasa
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Feeding the ducks Posted by Picasa
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Daddy and David at Sea World Posted by Picasa
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Getting Ready for Shamu!

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Friday, October 07, 2005


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I got a fever...and the only cure is more cowbell! Posted by Picasa
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