I remember hearing parents of teenagers lamenting their child’s eminent departure from home and think oh, that won’t be me. … More
Category: Family Traditions
It Is Cathartic
Well, hello. It’s been too long since I’ve written here. I promised myself I wouldn’t be one of those bloggers … More
Jamie, The Beanstalk, and a Mistress
As we approach the first of September our 2019 garden is in full-swing! Do you remember what it looked like … More
Steve and Peaches
Last Sunday night we tried something new. I ordered a Wordsmith deck of cards meant for helping writers overcome writers … More
2019 Garden
When we bought this house last year we knew we wanted to improve the garden area behind the garage. We … More
190 Collective Years…if Math and Memory Serves
This week in Dallas we were able to spend some time in between swim practices catching up with friends. As … More
Meeting a Generational Legend
This week Kathryn and I are in Dallas so that she can train with Jamie’s old swim coach….the legendary Chris … More
Saturdays and Super Heros
This weekend we were at home. Just typing out those words doesn’t quite convey how happy I was to be … More
Five Things From Thursday
Thursday was a full and wonderful day! I went skiing with several ladies at Mission Ridge and then drove to … More
Vet Week at The Gyde Zoo
Hear ye, hear ye! Vet week at The Gyde Zoo is underway! Translation: we are making it rain! On Monday … More