What I'm Reading

An interesting read about an English guy who tries to toughen himself up while living in Japan. Very enjoyable.
I don't know why the Brits have to spell everything differently. The English often tell me, "But we invented the language!" My standard reply is, "Yes, but we made it better!"
This is never received well.

Mission To Latvia, Summer 2009

The St. John's Youth Group journeyed to Latvia to build, serve, support missionaries and experience the beauty of Eastern Europe. What a great trip! I'd love to show you more of what we did, but Health and Safety Guidelines do not allow me to show you pics of our youth. Sorry!

Israel, Summer 2009

From the Mount of Olives overlooking the Kidron Valley. The Old City is in the distance.





The Garden Tomb. Though it cannot be confirmed if this was the tomb of Jesus, it is a great visual aide.








Western Wall.











From the top of The Old City Wall.

Adirondacks, May 2009

The Result...
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Joe "The Navigator" Paparone
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The canoes at rest.

How I love these mountains.