Mother's Day, 2013

Two great grandmas (Cathy and Betty), a grandma (Gail), and two moms (Staci and Cassie) on hand for a Mother's Day pool party and barbeque. As the sign says, "Obey Mom."

Palm Desert Family Vacation

We enjoyed our annual family retreat to the desert spanning five days.  It's great getting the family together for fun in the sun (it averaged 95 degrees).  We barbequed steaks, spent lots of time at the pool, watched the NBA playoffs, napped, took walks, etc.  There are always plenty of things for the grandkids including billiards, a putting green, ping pong, a water slide and much more.

Spring Training

We spent a full week in the Scottsdale/Phoenix Arizona watching Spring Training.  The first half of the week, Glen and Anna stayed with us at the Kierlan Westin.  We attended four of nephew Parker Berberet's games, a catcher with the Milwaukee Brewers organization.  Aunt Yvonne and Uncle Billy traveled from Missouri for a game.  Brother Rich and Peggy then joined us as we followed their team, the world champion San Francisco Giants.  Spectacular sunsets were a good signal that Happy Hour had started!

Classic Car Auction

I made a solo run to Palm Springs this weekend to view the McCormick's Classic Car Auction at the Spa Hotel.  My dream cars are the Porsche 356 and the VW Vintage Microbus.  Of note was that Carol Channing was there, selling her classic car and bidding it farewell.

Pismo Beach Again

A favorite vacation spot is Pismo Beach on the central coast of California.  We spent four days and three nights there walking along the beach, dining, and relaxing.

Best Photos From Holiday Season

2012 is history.  Here are a few of my favorite family photos from the past couple of weeks.

Chargers vs. Bengals On The Field!

December 2 was a memorable day.  Gail and I drove down to San Diego to attend the Chargers/Bengals game.  We met up with the Timboes and family for a tailgate party prior to the game. Joe Pistoia joined us.  Then, we took our field passes, courtesy of Marvin Lewis (head coach of the Bengals and Rick's friend) and worked our way down to the field, where we met up with Joe and his son, Tyler.  While on the field, we got to observe professional athletes up close and personal.  Wow, their size and athleticism is incredible.  While on the sideline, Marvin Lewis came over to say hello.  I also had a chance to talk with Mark Carrier, former Poly, USC, and Chicago Bear great who was a student of mine at Newcomb!   And yes, he remembered me from the late '70s.  What a day!