Tuesday, June 17, 2008

Propeller Air Show 2008

A United States Air Force "spotter plane"



A C130 Hercules from the USAF Base in Niagara falls, New York


A German "Messersmitt" fighter plane. It was not quite as good as the RAC "Spitfire" fighter.



A replica of the First World War German tri-plane flown by the "Red Baron"

Propeller Air Show, June15,2008

On a beautiful Sunday afternoon Barbara and I visited the Annual Propeller Plane Air Show at Niagara falls, Ontario. The "Memphis Belle" one of few remaining B17's still flying


A DC3 in top shape
A RCAF trainer

Propeller Air Show at Niagara Falls, Ontario.

Harvard Trainers making a "Fly Pass"



Harvards doing a "Lopp de Loop"


A Harvard up close

Tuesday, June 10, 2008

Lorne's last Birthday Party

This picture was taken on Sunday June 17,1990 at the Pillar and Post, Niagara-on-the-Lake. Lorne died suddenly nine days later.

Monday, June 9, 2008

The Happy Couple

Jenn and Jim - the Happy Couple at their reception

Jack at cousin Jim's wedding

Jack enjoyed the day and was very welled behaved
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Tuesday, June 3, 2008

Organized Crime Winery

A new and rather interesting winery


Their roadside sign is unique



The view from their patio is a good one. Lake Ontario and the Toronto skyline are on the horizon.


Barbara is about to enter another new winery,"Hidden Bench" A beautiful location and very expensive wine.

Organized Crime's website is a good one. It gives the background to its name http://www.organizedcrimewine.com/

Wednesday, May 28, 2008

Jim and Jenn Wedding Vows

Jim and Jenn state their wedding vows to Rev John James

Friday, May 23, 2008

RCMP Musical Ride at the Beamsville Fair Grounds

Wednesday, May21,2008 was a damp and cool evening. Barbara and I dressed appropriately and enjoyed the show.Here is a shot of the 32 riders about to start the show



This manoeuvre had the horses doing a spiral turn - difficult in close quarters.


A male Mountie explaining the show to spectators


Yes, there were several female riders. Note the horse has a smile with teeth showing.

Grandson Jim's Wedding

Cloud 9 limos await the Bride and Groom



Jenn and Jim share a toast before heading out as a married couple


The cutting of the cake baked by a family friend.


No wedding is complete without Flower Girls. Here they are at the reception. The shoes,which were tight, have been removed.

Grandson Jim's Wedding

Here comes the bride. Jenn with her father Dave



The bride and groom just after being married. Rev. John James in the background christened, baptized and married both Jenn and Jim.


The happy bride and groom with their sibblings, Tyler, John and Laura.

Grandson Jim's Wedding

The Gaymans, Dave,Jim, Tyler and Barb are ready to head to the church for the wedding.



The Wedding Party, with Flower Girls are ready to head to the reception.


The Best Man,Chris Biamonte (front seat) Maid of Honour Laura Hyde, Tyler Gayman, Groomsman and Ashley Sandercock, Bridesmaid load into their Rolls Royce for their trip to the Reception.
Three generations of Bradleys at the churcu, Jack, Todd and Ted

Grandson Jim's Wedding

The Bradley boys, Todd and Jim in the church



Barb and Jim


Barb, Jim and Ted enjoying the reception

Grandson Jim's Wedding

Barbara is ready to leave home for the wedding



Barbara is ready for Jim's wedding


A proud dad with his son.Todd and Jack in the church

Ted and grandson Jack. Jack is giving us a little lip movement.

A slim and trim, non smoking Jim with his favourite beverage.


The very happy Lorraine toasts the Bride and Groom.

Wednesday, May 7, 2008

"Grandpa Ted" and Christian

Here I am with Barbara's grandson Christian
. We were invited over to Colleen and Scott's for a delicious Sunday dinner.