24 hours until U2 MN

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The concert I have been waiting a year, and in some ways nearly a lifetime for is just 24 hours away. Despite horrible traffic predictions and the possibility of severe weather, I can not wait to see U2 at TCF Bank Stadium in Minneapolis.

I’m some what in the nose bleed section, but I will be close enough to enjoy the action and sing along to one of my  all time favorite bands.

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Photos from the Great Plains Zoo

As a diversion from the storm that passed through Tyler one week ago, I decided to take a little time away and visited the Great Plains Zoo in Sioux Falls. While there I broke out the camera and took a few shots. Enjoy … Continue reading

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The morning after the July 1, 2011 Tyler Tornado

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An old newspaper clipping

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Over the years my dad has been spotted in many newspapers, both local and national. I ran across this clipping while at the Whistle Stop restaurant in Benson. I was able to track down the original article to go along with it.

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I worked hard for this honor

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