On Saturday we went on another camera practice session so that Barbara could learn more about her new EOS Canon Rebel Xs digital camera ( the beginner's SLR digital). She is getting more familar with it, but she stills wants to have the point and shoot ability. Maybe it was luck or whatever, but at the end of our visit to the gardens, she took a very interesting photo, something that Renoir or Monet would have painted. See image to the right.

This year is the 40th anniversary of Brookside Gardens in Wheaton, Maryland. And Barbara bought herself a new camera. So what better way to try it out than go take some butterflies and flowers! So Saturday, July 18th that is what we did. Sunday was the dedication and you go go free,but we went to day before to miss the crowds and get a parking space! See our photoshow by clicking on link above.

Nina Davis found a great place for my father and also sold his home in Silver Spring for the price he wanted! She is also a wonderful friend of the family...so if you need to buy or sell a home in the Washingon area...give her a call. See her contact information right above!

My father Marvin pricipated in his Leisure World July 4th parade,riding in his decorated car representing hisComedy and Humor Club. They actually had the parade July 3, but that was fortunate for Barbara and me since our USO volunteer duty day was July 4, an we were able to take photos of his event. Click on the link above to see the photoshow!

On July 1, Barbara and I were asked by the USO to take some photos at the Walter Reed Army Medical Center (Mologne House Courtyard) of a fun filed family barbecue for the wounded vets and the hospital staff. On hand to support the event was the USO, PGATour players and staff, te ob Byer Band ad may others. It was held as part of the PGA Tour Chaities' National Birdies for the Brave miltary outreach program. See photos and click on the event photoshow by clicking on link above!