alwizard03 Posted August 20, 2008 Share Posted August 20, 2008 Yes We had another Visitor . Really don't know how We got so popular but it appears We are.We also invited Obama We will see if He visits.Had a coast Guard cutter and several Aircraft flying around out here to keep the Senator safe.He is a verry nice verry direct Guy from what I can see. I am a little biased as We are both Navy Men. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alwizard03 Posted August 20, 2008 Author Share Posted August 20, 2008 Here We are Senator John Mc cain and Me on Genesis Here is The Secret Service and Adam and Me.The one agent looks like Ben Stiller Will be posting more later as I have some time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dancin'Days Posted August 20, 2008 Share Posted August 20, 2008 Here We are Senator John Mc cain and Me on Genesis Here is The Secret Service and Adam and Me.The one agent looks like Ben Stiller Will be posting more later as I have some time. Hey Al, I saw him on the news this morning walking around the rig and I was wondering if that was the rig you are on. It looks like it was. I was keeping an eye out to maybe see you but you weren't in any of the shots. The broadcast was quite short. You oughta invite Robert, Jimmy, JPJ and Jason to come and visit, forget Obama! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Virginia Posted August 20, 2008 Share Posted August 20, 2008 Hey Al; that's very cool! I saw the news item on tv last night and wondered if it was the one you were on! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ally Posted August 20, 2008 Share Posted August 20, 2008 Very cool my man. Look forward to seeing more Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marolyn Posted August 20, 2008 Share Posted August 20, 2008 just saw the story run on afn a few minutes ago, but didn't say what rig it was, just that it was a rescheduled visit that was cancelled last month...was looking for you, but no luck!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alwizard03 Posted August 20, 2008 Author Share Posted August 20, 2008 I actually saw myself in the background in a couple of the shots with my green shirt.I usually stay back and assist with the Media people. Its My job to make sure they dont get hurt on thier visit .We are in a industrial enviorment. Here is one of His Assistant getting Autographs for Me In the picture above I am in the background this was taken during one of the video shoots and I was mulling around in the background waiting to escort the Media People to the next shoot location. They gave us a major background check prior to the visit anyone who would be on the team that is.whew good thing I have not got caught. Below Senator Mc Cain signing My Autographs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cryingbluerain Posted August 20, 2008 Share Posted August 20, 2008 We also invited Obama We will see if He visits. Great shots alwizard. Yeah, I'd like to see if Obama visits as well.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hotplant Posted August 20, 2008 Share Posted August 20, 2008 That is so cool Al, I saw that on the news and was like OMG, that's OUR Al on there !!! Even though I can't stand Mc...it was so cool seeing you on TV!!! OUR FAMOUS AL!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robsmayqueen Posted August 20, 2008 Share Posted August 20, 2008 Way cool AL Pal!!! I was wondering why I haven't heard from you. I see now you were getting ready for the top secret event! Can't wait to hear all about it. See ya soon---5 weeks and counting! Sharon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angel With A Broken Wing Posted August 20, 2008 Share Posted August 20, 2008 Far out Al, that is really cool! I especially like the photo of the 2 of you at the cafeteria (or is it called commisary??) Now you have the autograph of a possible President of the United States. If you are REALLY lucky you might also get MY autograph when we meet up in 5 weeks, like Sharon mentioned. ~~Becky, the legendary Angel With a Broken Wing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MadScreamingGallery Posted August 20, 2008 Share Posted August 20, 2008 Al, that is so cool! Great photos. We saw that on tv and I said to my husband, "I wonder if that guy Al from the Zep board is there?" and he laughed and said, "Do you know how many oil rigs are out in the gulf?" But your photos have proved me right. Many good memories for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pb Derigable Posted August 20, 2008 Share Posted August 20, 2008 Man if those dog eating mother fuckers didn't break his arms, I bet he could be a tool pusher. Shit, give him a hood and keep feeding him 5P. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dzldoc Posted August 21, 2008 Share Posted August 21, 2008 Great Pics Al, Here's an article on his visit from nola.com you can read the rest of the article by going to the site can't seem to copy the link McCain tours offshore oil rig by The Associated Press Tuesday August 19, 2008, 3:53 PM ABOARD THE CHEVRON GENESIS -- Republican presidential candidate John McCain visited this oil platform in the Gulf of Mexico today to call for increased offshore drilling that he says would lower the cost of food and heating homes. http://' target="_blank">McCain traveled 130 miles by helicopter to tour the massive facility, which produces 10,000 barrels of oil each day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alwizard03 Posted August 21, 2008 Author Share Posted August 21, 2008 Yeah 10,000 barrels a day We used to make 60,000 a day but all good things come to an end We still have at least 5 years left then its off to another platform or maybe just final retirement. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alwizard03 Posted August 21, 2008 Author Share Posted August 21, 2008 A few more Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alwizard03 Posted August 21, 2008 Author Share Posted August 21, 2008 Way cool AL Pal!!! I was wondering why I haven't heard from you. I see now you were getting ready for the top secret event! Can't wait to hear all about it. See ya soon---5 weeks and counting! Sharon Hi Sweetheart miss You I have been real busy working about 16 hours each day since I got out here on the 12th but I will be home on the 26th.Hopefully I will have some time then.I will be comming up as planned though so dont worry. Also thank You all for Your comments will try to add some more pictures as I can. also have some more from the NBC news trip from a while ago this trip was ABC .Have a few pictures from the Discovery Channels Really Big Things. I believe The Wall Street Journal is comming next week but I will be Home then I believe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BUK Posted August 21, 2008 Share Posted August 21, 2008 TOTALLY COOL on all fronts bro. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alwizard03 Posted August 21, 2008 Author Share Posted August 21, 2008 Far out Al, that is really cool! I especially like the photo of the 2 of you at the cafeteria (or is it called commisary??) Now you have the autograph of a possible President of the United States. If you are REALLY lucky you might also get MY autograph when we meet up in 5 weeks, like Sharon mentioned. ~~Becky, the legendary Angel With a Broken Wing Never been big on politics but I hope He wins He really seems to believe this Country can be better. I only wish He was a little Younger. Just waiting to see who He picks as a running mate. Above is the Coast Gaurd Helicopter that the first group of Secret Service arrived in. Here is another picture of Senator MCcain and Alwizard Secret Service arriving Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marolyn Posted August 21, 2008 Share Posted August 21, 2008 Hi Sweetheart miss You I have been real busy working about 16 hours each day since I got out here on the 12th but I will be home on the 26th.Hopefully I will have some time then.I will be comming up as planned though so dont worry. Also thank You all for Your comments will try to add some more pictures as I can. also have some more from the NBC news trip from a while ago this trip was ABC .Have a few pictures from the Discovery Channels Really Big Things. I believe The Wall Street Journal is comming next week but I will be Home then I believe. hey, aren't you guys supposed to be drilling oil??? ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I have got a horsey Posted August 21, 2008 Share Posted August 21, 2008 Yes We had another Visitor . Really don't know how We got so popular but it appears We are.We also invited Obama We will see if He visits.Had a coast Guard cutter and several Aircraft flying around out here to keep the Senator safe.He is a verry nice verry direct Guy from what I can see. I am a little biased as We are both Navy Men. Damn, you had the perfect opportunity to get John McCain in one of those Presidential-Hopefull embarrassing hat photos you know, like and Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robsmayqueen Posted August 21, 2008 Share Posted August 21, 2008 Miss you too big Al. But don't worry...we'll have plenty of time to make it up soon Right now, I will be content just to watch you revel in your new-found celebrity. Just don't let it all go to your head--it's already big enough. Love ya. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MHD Posted August 21, 2008 Share Posted August 21, 2008 Really great photos Al, thanks for posting. We don't get as much coverage of the election here in the UK so I wouldn't have seen this otherwise Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alwizard03 Posted August 21, 2008 Author Share Posted August 21, 2008 hey, aren't you guys supposed to be drilling oil??? ... No that was done 9 years ago now We just produce what has already been drilled. Basically We drill a hole 2600 ft below the platform then the pressure from below the surface pushes the gas and oil up.It can get a bit more complicated than that . When we get visits like this We get behind on our work and have to work more hours to catch up.If the Well pressure drops We can use Gas lift are water injection to add pressure to push up the hydrocarbons. We use the Gas from below to operate most of our equipment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redrum Posted August 21, 2008 Share Posted August 21, 2008 Yeah 10,000 barrels a day We used to make 60,000 a day but all good things come to an end We still have at least 5 years left then its off to another platform or maybe just final retirement. Drill! Drill! Drill! Drill! Drill! I'd like to try fishing off that rig. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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