July 12th: I Now Pronounce You Adam & Jenny Fast

Here are some shots of Jenny and Adam's beautiful Alaskan wedding. It took place at the Sunset View Resort, in Big Lake, Alaska. Jenny and Adam are old friends of the family's, we all were in high school band together many moons ago. Adam is my brother Vince's best friend.

We like to fish here

Vince the best man stays loose before the main event.

from left: Genevieve (my sis), Danielle (Vince's girlfriend), Mom and Dad

Vince and the maid of honor, Annabeth

Matron of honor Jenn and her husband Brett

Derek and Jenn (yes, another one)

Flower girl 1

Flower girl 2

Derek looks nervous

Vince makes a face

Even the men's flowers were baited and ready

Alaskan decor

Hanging fish flower baskets adorn the aisle

inset: the ringbearer

The Wedding Party

Gazebo on the water

The men patiently finishing their photographical obligations

The girls entertain themselves with some DS before dinner

How cute is that?

Yup, Brett definitely spilled beer all over his tie

Where did all the cute kids come from?

Vince gives his speech

Dirk (Adam's dad)

Their first dance as husband and wife

My Mom tried to sneak a shot of me, but I got her first

The ladies weep tears of joy, Adam's all cried out at this point

Dirk was wearing a tux just a second ago

One at a time ladies, I'm married now

That's better

Perfect

Dinner's done, time to get down. Luke shows you how we do.

Everybody "Gettin Low"

My Dad instructs Jenny to eat already

from left: me, Genevieve, Jenny, Vince and Danielle

An Alaskan wedding called for Alaskan beer

Taste the rainbow

JD had a great time. Too bad he can't remember it.

This little guy's dance card was full

See what I mean?

Who needs dancing shoes?

Get it girls

Dirk sings to the new bride

Work it out

You know the fun wedding that your friends always get to go to? This was that wedding.

I see you

The wedding party and a few others stayed the night at the resort house which was a tight pad. Totally loaded, amazing views, nice kitchen and furniture, two porches, sauna and this monster jacuzzi.

Jenny shows you what drive, determination and the Alaska Club can do.

I'm overjoyed for the new couple. They've been going out a long time, so the feeling is one of familiarity and strength. Jenny planned and organized the entire shabang, huge props on a great wedding. Congratulations guys.

Weekend At The Hovel

Friday, March 23rd 2007
Wintertime in Alaska means different things to different people. This season, I've been fortunate enough to have friends introduce me to the fun of snowmachining. On Friday night, my brother Vince and I drove up to Talkeetna (115 miles north of Anchorage) for a weekend at Adam's cabin. Also joining us were Adam and Jenny (friends from high school), Alex (Adam's little brother), and our friends Brett and Jenn (the girls work together at ABC).Saturday afternoon was a fix-it day. Adam is a very handy guy, able to repair just about anything that has parts! There are a bunch of sleds (snowmachines) at the cabin that are kept around for having fun on weekends. Maintenance and upkeep are key for optimal enjoyment! Sunday afternoon is ride day. After a yummy breakfast at Lattitude 62, we prepare to head out. Below, Adam is checking oil and sparkplugs.

Drop the top, time to roll

Here was our first stop. We are trying to find a route to Baldy Mountain which is supposed to be a fantastic journey. Adam points accross to the lake and says that's the way to go. Behind him is a power line structure. It's a beautiful day, sunny and no wind.

Brett hangs loose

That's the way home, don't forget!

Vince says, "Grrr."

Brett attacks Jenn's cheek

Alex laments the end of the Diet Coke

Adam's sled: 2003 Pro X 600

Alex's sled: Indy Storm XCR

Adam seeks relief

Vince chills

Me

Adam and Alex, Mount Baldy

Vince and I, helmet hair baby!

Talkeetna Range

Besides maintenance, Saturday involved the manly activity of logging. Adam's dad, Dirk had found a fallen tree that was straight and true, perfect for the new cabin he is building. It would prove difficult to bring the tree back to Dirk's property, since it had fallen in the forrest a mile down the Talkeetna River.

Dirk had built a wooden sled to tow the giant log behind his snowmobile. After some serious and not so serious brainstorming, we decided to use leverage and rolling to get it into position. Success! After carefully navigating through the forrest, down the river, up the road, Dirk's log was in place. Below, Vince (6'2) show's how long this behemoth was. You can also imagine how heavy it was to move.

Vince's head and Dirk's sled

Adam's cabin (also affectionately called, "the hovel")

The Jennys

Before driving back to Anchorage, we always grab some food at the West Rib. The guardian is this cat named "Steps." He is the 50 Cent of felines, surviving the loss of his tail and being shot! Here he's sampling someone's water for them.

A 70 mile snowmachine trip, great friends, family, weather, and some of the most beautiful sights anywhere. Winter in Alaska.

Back To Alaska

Tyler shows me his hockey medallion. Future NHL defenseman, folks. Some friends and I went Neon Bowling for St Patrick's Day. Below is Brett and Jenn. Sexytime!

Adam and Jenny, all smiles

Here's my family at Romano's celebrating Genevieve's 21st birthday.

I spent four days in LA after leaving Symphony. I stayed with my friends Kathryn and Terayle who are always nice enough to let me visit. Kathryn is currently working on a film being shot at Fox Studios. It was "Take Henry To Work Day," so naturally I was stoked.

Here is Studio 21, which was used in a galaxy far, far away.

"Doh!"

Marilyn smells good

Quote of the day at the production office

The girls have a very nice new home in Winnetka (North of LA in the San Fernando Valley).

The "Where Have You Been?" wall

Terayle is a great cook. One of the nights she made us yummy tacos. I pitched in by making guacamole which is my new forte.

When T. found out I had never had homeade fried chicken before, she took it upon herself to introduce me. She also made homeade mashed potatoes that were mouth-watering. Here's how it looked.

After the four days of fun, I finally headed home to Anchorage.