Selina's Birthday Party

Today was Selina's (third picture) 9th birthday party. Scott and Brenda are exceptional people. Both are successful attorneys (aka "sueing lawyers") and incredible parents. But more than that, they are truly family. When we needed help, they stepped and gave their all. How can you repay that kind of debt? They moved (very recently) to a house near Brenda's parents and it has a pool... looks like everyone is enjoying it so far. Felicia (last pic) is growing fast but she is absolutely the sweetest child ever.

PS. The splash is Christopher's cannon ball.... not as big as mine but impressive none the less.

The Ballantyne Resort

I am on one of the strangest trips of my life.... I was asked to consult with Eisai regarding a treatment options for malignant brain tumors. Now I have to admit... that is a very heady topic (note the pun). At first I was a little hesitant, but I agreed and here I am... I flew from Mobile to Charlotte this morning on US Airways. I did not have to pay the $15 for a checked bag, but I learned that it's best to gate check whenever possible. I was met at the airport by a "Professional Driver".... now if that won't make your head swell nothing will..... it should be noted however that he misspelled my name and I made him do push-ups as punishment... just kidding about the push-ups; i prefer mountain-climbers. We drove up to the Ballantyme Resort (very uppity). As you can see above, this ain't no Motel 6.... Some lady named Olga (for real) offered me a hot towel. I honestly did not know what to do with that thing so I declined. In an attempt to win my bet with Annette, I hit the "Fitness Center" for an hour and it should be noted that the free water in the fitness area cost $4 in your room..... now that's an incentive. I will be back to Mobile on Saturday a few dollars richer and hopefully a little smarter traveler.... man do I have a lot to learn. God Bless!

Now this explains the Nobel Prize

Click this link to see a story about an incredible woman who sacrificed everything for those less fortunate.....http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZXP5Gvxqgsg


Now click here to see another example of life is not fair... that is a place to get cotton candy....http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OVw1PANUcdg