What's In This Blog

I created this blog for my journal. I am a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. In this blog I keep many of the things I come across as a member of the church. I also share my experiences on the ACE Train and getting to work, my experiences in Manteca where we have lived for three years, and other things I think are noticeable.

Sunday, August 23, 2026

Welcomd to Omaha/Bellevue: Walnut Creek Recreation Area in Papillion

 Walnut Creek Recreation area is a large park in Papillion.  It has hiking trails, a lak with fishing and small craft boating, canoe and kayak rental, camping area, dog parks (one for big dogs and one for little dogs), pier for fishing, boat ramp, pickle ball, picnic areas, playground areas, and restrooms.




dog park

bird on a pole


fishing pier








Saturday, August 22, 2026

Washington Park Thursday Concert Series: Steve Thornburg Trio

I very much enjoyed the Steve Thornburg Trio playing jazz standards.  I really liked "Besame, Besame" Mucho.  I even more enjoyed the "Pure Imagination."  It was a fun way to spend an evening.  

Steve Thornburg Trio


I actually caught two shows this summer, Thursdays at 7 p.m.  The other I saw was Prairie Madness (classic rock).  The played some Beatles.  


Prairie Madness

Friday, August 21, 2026

Wecome to Omaha/Bellevue: College Heights Park and North Field, Bellevue

 I visited a new to me park as the sun was going down.  Interesting that the park has a lit trail around it.  It has a basketball hoop, playground, historical markers soccer playing area and softball around the corner.  It also has a covered picnic area.  I did not see a restroom.

North Field



from a distance









Thursday, August 20, 2026

Defenders of Freedom Air and Space Show, Offutt Air Force Base, August 8-9

 The air show was really cool, but it was a really long walk, especially leaving because Sheri had to go home and get her i.d. and then got back late.  They had many air flybys and other col stuff.  I didn't take near enough time to see e verything.  Also during the show it was really hard to get good pictures.  The most impressive thing I saw was the Russian MIG.  It was terribly fast.  Our day was cut short due to an approaching rain and I missed seeing the F-35s as a result.