The Wandering Disciple

Cincinnati Reds minor league outfielder Drew Stubbs works with kids during the 2009 Reds Kids Clinic at Ed Smith Stadium.  The kids clinic took place annually during spring training when professional baseball players would take time out of their schedule to work with the kids at different skills stations.  The program was discontinued when the Reds moved their spring training operations to Arizona.  (Photo: February 21, 2009)

One of the four towers of the Washington National Cathedral dominate the skyline in northwestern Washington DC. The towers extend over 600 feet above the ground. A stunning view of the city can be seen from the Pilgrim Observation Gallery in the west end towers. (Photo: February 15, 2009)

The history of the postal service is highlighted at the National Postal Museum in Washington DC. Established in 1993, the museum tells the story of the postal service from the days of the pony express, through airmail and beyond. (Photo: February 14, 2009)

The command capsule of Skylab 4 is on display at the National Air & Space Museum. Skylab 4 was launched from Kennedy Space Center in November 1973 and orbited in space for 84 days. (Photo: February 16, 2009)

The tail gunner position helped to protect the B-29 Fifi from attacks from the rear.  Fifi is the lone flying B-29 Stratofortress and travels the country in the Airpower History tour.

The bright red trucks of the Sarasota County Fire Department assemble for training at University Town Center.  (Photo: June 25, 2014)

A giant panda takes a nap at the National Zoo in Washington DC.  The pandas are on loan to the United States from China.  (Photo: February 13, 2009)