Cruise Ships

Close to Green Cove Springs, Florida is a old sea port that is used to repair old boats and ships. Here are a couple of the ships that were at dock on the day that I drove down to see the boats. I made this photo into a cartoon for effect, since the old ships were a little rough looking.

The Clay Theatre

This is the Clay Theatre in Green Cove Springs, Fl. The last time that I visited this theatre was when Forest Gump was playing. The theatre is now for sale for 1.5 million.

Parkway Drive-In

One of Southern West Virginia's best hotdog joints is located just outside of the entrance to Chief Logan State Park in Logan, WV. It's hotdog's are very close to those of Morrison's Hotdogs in Stollings, WV.

Bus On The Rock

This bus on the rocks is a Fayette County landmark that has drawn the attention of many passerby's. A fishing camp of a local resident, the bus is an actual greyhound bus that was put on a rock in the river over 50 years ago. This is located near the intersections of the Gauley and New River in Gauley Bridge, WV. (click to enlarge)

Thurmond Railroad Bridge

Thurmond Train Bridge located near the Thurmond Rail Depot in Thurmond, WV. There is actually a automobile bridge that runs parallel to this bridge if you look to the left of the train bridge.

Thurmond Railroad Depot

We visited the Thurmond Raildroad Depot this weekend while in Fayette County. It was like stepping back into history. It's a beautiful drive with plenty of waterfalls and historic scenery.

St Albans Flooding

St. Albans and the surrounding area's suffered flooding today. This photo is of the Washington Avenue underpass.

Cocoon

I saw these little guys crawling around there cocoon the other day. Definitely a promising sign that summer is on the way.

Pudgy The Bulldog

I couldnt help but post this photo. We had a family get together this weekend at my aunt's house. While we were standing outside this bulldog came over and went in their garage and got into the trash. He was walking around carrying a dirty paper plate in his mouth. He then sat it down and cleaned his plate.

Portable Monitors

We had the opportunity to train with a new piece of equipment last night during out paid-on-call drill. The department has two portable monitors for interior and exterior firefighting operations. They can flow 500 gallons per minute with a straight tip or fog nozzle. They totally supercede the portable deck guns that we used previously. They are lighter and easier to operate.

The Greatest Show On Earth!

We went to the the RB&BB Circus yesterday. It appears that they have scaled back the production from years previous, but its still awesome. Every man, woman and child should have the opportunity to get to see it.

The Boomer

My wife pointed this ride out to me while we were at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo. We enjoyed a laugh while looking at the sign. We have an inside joke that goes hand it hand with this sign.

Fulton Road Bridge

I took this shot from the Northern Trek at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo. They were constructing a bridge to replace an old bridge that had been demolished. The new bridge is expected to be completed in the summer of 2009.

RB&BB Elephant Lunch

The elephants of RB&BB Circus took to the streets of Charleston today for a healthy lunch of apples, bananas, carrots and lettuce outside the Charleston Town Center Mall.

Pacaderm Preview

The circus is officially in town. Here is a shot from the short parade of animals from the circus train to the Civic Center Arena.

RB&BB Circus Train

The RB&BB circus train arrived in Charleston today. If you want to catch a peek of the train, it is broken into several pieces. The animal cars are located behind Dohm Cycle in Charleston. The personnel cars are located at the Dickinson rail yard, just in front of Riverside High School.

Cleaveland Metropark Zoo

We went to the Cleaveland Metropark Zoo this weekend. It was perfect cool weather and not many visitors to fight with, it made for a great experience (even though the elephants weren't there due to a remodel).

I don't feel lucky.....

...even though I stayed at a Holiday Inn Express this weekend while in the Akron/Cleaveland area.

Coming Soon...

Ladies and Gentelmen, Boys and Girls of all ages.....Coming Soon...The Greatest Show On Earth!

Men of Station 7

On Thursday March 26, 2009, Boomer Volunteer Fire Department in Fayette County lost a great leader, March A. Tucker, Sr. He dedicated his entire life to the Fire and EMS field. He was a fire chief for over 15 years. He was my first fire chief and also a friend of mine. He was given a much earned firefighters funeral and final farewell. He will be always be remembered and missed.