Archive for the 'Family Stuff' Category



Babies grow up too fast

Published on July 16, 2006

Here’s a picture sent by Kate. She always does a wonderful job taking pictures, and doing creative things with them afterward.  This one brought tears to my eyes, seeing the boys take this big step, and being reminded of when my Briley was a little guy. Nick doesn’t seem too happy with all this!  He’ll […]


Sunday in the Summer

Published on July 2, 2006

Spent the afternoon at the pool in our community, with 2 of my 3 children, and all 5 of the grandchildren.  Beautiful weather, bright sun, my kids and grandchildren around – it doesn’t get much better in life. The boys already love the water, and are completely at ease. Son Jim is steadying Alex, who […]


Trauma, real mental anguish

Published on June 30, 2006

I went bathing suit shopping.  I remember (from way, way back) that this used to be a fun outing, and I’ve tried to figure out what changed things so much.  Hmmmm, the word “figure” may play into this.  I figure I ain’t got the same figure I used to take shopping with me, and that may be […]