Story of ZED

A High Tech Circus-  This show was very impressive.  The colorful array of unique costumes, acts, the stage, ect...Great!  The show follows the journey of a character who ultimately brings two completely opposing worlds, heaven and earth, together in reconciliation and harmony.  The perfomance center is located by Disneyland and Disney Sea.  It takes 1 1/2 hours to arrive.

A coke and popcorn set (1300 yen=13.00 dollars)

I spotted a Boat house on our adventure through Tokyo.

Larissa posed for a picture with the seating ladies.  Today is Sunday and we will have a relaxing day watching Texas play (Hook'em Horns!).  Rene will be busy this week with a base exercise.  Friday we will host our Japanese Culture group with a Progressive Mexican Party.  Yes, you guessed it, I am in charge of the main course and having them make tortillas.  We will also play Chalupa.

Golfing at Tama Hills

The course overlooks Tokyo-The government puts quite a bit of money upkeeping this course.  It is breathtaking.

Out to Tama for a game of Golf-Tee Time-7:00 am (coldddd)

Kings and Queens

Oh my, Renie's first homecoming dance is tonight.  This is a moment a mom accepts the fact that her son is slowly turning into a young man.  Renie was so handsome tonight as I dropped him off at the Officers club for Yokota's High School Homecoming dance.  As I watched him go in, he turned around and said, "Ok mom you can leave now".  This dance was dressy attire only. All the girls looked so nice with their glittery dresses as they strutted pass my car.  I am sure Renie will have a great time.

Panther Spirit

Tonight we attended the football game here at Yokota AB.  It was homecoming night for the Yokota Panthers.  Yokota football is very much like Texas football.  Team spirit fills the stadium, the concession runs at full capacity, the cheerleaders keep the fans awake, and the band plays throughout the game.   As I sat there, I couldn't help think of our own Friday night games back home.  So many years have passed, but the memories of cheering on my home team are still very much alive.  The game is the same, but the atmosphere here is different. Nevertheless, this is our home for now and we must support our team.  Go Panthers Go!

Relaxing Weekend

This weekend was pretty uneventful.  Renie was off to Iwakuni, a marine base 10 hours away from Yokota.  Yesterday, we attended Yokota's yearly Sweepstakes Drawing, but unfortunately, we did not win a thing.  We were hoping to win 2 rounds trip airline tickets.  No such luck.  Last night, we attended a BBQ in honor of a new female dentist who arrived Friday.  We all had a great time filling her in on Air Force life.  Today, it is back to cleaning, washing, and catching up on household chores.  We look forward to a great week.  

The Pinning Ceremony

Congratulations Major Saenz!

Today was Rene's traditional pinning ceremony.  Early this morning, Rene finally promoted to Major.  With all the dental staff looking on, the ceremony was very nice.  His Commander said a nice speech, then we proceded to pin him. Volunteering for the Air Force is a huge committment not only for those serving, but also for the family.  This is Rene's 9th year serving.  It is hard to believe it has been that long.  The Air Force has its great benefits, so I hope that Rene will continue on.  I believe he will be a great Commander one day. Congratulations Rene! View images close up by clicking on View Images on the top slide show-