My wife and I took a short trip to San Antonio this weekend. Made my first trip to the Alamo, and sadly to say, it was pretty disappointing.
You'd think that at a place like that, there would be a certain reverence. After all, a couple hundred American heroes died there, including famous ones like Davy Crockett and William Travis. But, instead, the place is a junk shop! If you want Alamo crap, then this is the place for you!!!!
In fairness, the grounds that are left of the Alamo are very pretty, and there are pretty gardens out behind the old chapel. The chapel itself is really pretty too - on the inside anyway.
Here is one of the few pics I took there - the front of the chapel. You can see a couple of the shit dealers in front!
The main reason we went to SA was to see Hal Ketchum, a country music singer that my wife just loves. He has been around a while, and is nearing the end of his career, but he went and played at a place called 'Gruene Hall'. It was a true Texas "roadhouse" style bar! We got there early, and managed to be basically in the second 'row'.
We got to meet him afterwards. My wife loved it! Sweaty old man!
Also, took a few videos, but only managed to get one uploaded. This man can sing.
Eh, doesnt look like the video worked - its just a GIF
Monday, September 30, 2013
Tuesday, September 24, 2013
Gladiators! I salute you!
These have been sitting in my 'to do' box for a long time now. It was time for some more gladiator action!
For your entertainment, I present The African and The Etruscan!
For your entertainment, I present The African and The Etruscan!
Tuesday, September 17, 2013
Hannibal Barca
My dad was a student of military history. He was a captain during Vietnam, and he always loved talking about military tactics. One of my first memories of an 'adult' discussion with my dad was talking about the genius that was Hannibal, and I remember him drawing out the Battle Of Cannae and the tactics of the day - it made quite an impression on a 10 year old! From that moment on, Ive always been interested in Carthage and its battles against Rome.
I have no doubt he would have loved this model. This one is for you, Dad.
I have no doubt he would have loved this model. This one is for you, Dad.
One of my crowning achievements to date has to be this shield...
Friday, September 6, 2013
Rose Farm, July 2nd 1863
As I mentioned a couple posts back, ive been working on the Rose Farm from Gettysburg. I just finished it totally up. I really loved making scenery!
Buildings are 10mm Buildings In Turmoil. Here are some pics
Hood's Texans march off to the Devils Den and the Round Tops
McLaw's boys dug in and ready to march off to the Peach Orchard
Batteries
Overview
Buildings are 10mm Buildings In Turmoil. Here are some pics
Hood's Texans march off to the Devils Den and the Round Tops
McLaw's boys dug in and ready to march off to the Peach Orchard
Batteries
Overview
Tuesday, September 3, 2013
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)