I admit that our state had high hopes for the Lions after last season. Even though the season ended without advancement to the playoffs, there is still a sense of pride in our team. Last year, the Home Bakery in Rochester, MI created a life-size replica of Detroit Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown doing … Continue reading Home Bakery Does It Again
Happy New Year, Again.
I've been meaning to write a little recap of post-Christmas happenings, and I just haven't had a second to do it. So here are just a few highlights. The boys and me. That Three Stooges poster behind us was a complete coincidence. My boys and I got together the weekend after Christmas. The Christmas holiday … Continue reading Happy New Year, Again.
Tune Tuesday – Foggy Mountain Breakdown
The legendary Earl Scruggs was born on this day in 1924. Even people who don't listen to bluegrass music have probably heard him. Have you ever heard the theme song to the Beverly Hillbillies? If so, you've heard him. Photo from earlscruggscenter.org He was a master banjo player. He is responsible for what is referred … Continue reading Tune Tuesday – Foggy Mountain Breakdown
The Monday Blues
Here it is the first Monday after the holidays. The kids are back in school and it is back to work for us working folks. It is not an easy day for much of the country. With that being said, it is appropriate to pick a song that fits the mood. So it is back … Continue reading The Monday Blues
Something Trivial
Today is National Trivia Day! Here are some trivia facts to share today: The visible part of the rivet commonly found on the pockets of jeans is called the burr. Venus is the only planet in our solar system to rotate clockwise on its axis. A group of flamingos is called a flamboyance. Actor Nancy … Continue reading Something Trivial
Book Recommendation – Reports of His Death Have Been Greatly Exaggerated
Here is another example of my reading a book simply because the title intrigued me - Reports of His Death Have Been Greatly Exaggerated by James Goodhand. This book was just fantastic. That isn't always the case when you start reading knowing nothing but the title. However, as the story began, I connected with the … Continue reading Book Recommendation – Reports of His Death Have Been Greatly Exaggerated
Friday Photo Flashback
I had meant to post this photo last Friday, but posted a Christmas recap instead. I know that we are into the new year, but it is too cute not to share. This is Ella in 2020. She'd be 9 months old here. I remember that I bought a Santa hat that read "My First … Continue reading Friday Photo Flashback
January 1, 2026
"Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new." II Corinthians 5:17 January 1, 2026 Heavenly Father and Lord Jesus, As a new year begins, I come to You thankful for the old year and all that I learned from it. Thank You for the good times shared with family and friends. Thank You for the trials and … Continue reading January 1, 2026
Happy New Year!
2026 rang in as I was in Dreamland. The ball dropped in New York City - unseen by me. The new year was three and a half hours old when I opened my eyes. Andrew tapped me and wanted to know if it was still night time. I assured him it was and encouraged him … Continue reading Happy New Year!
A Look Back – 2025
Here we are - Day 365. As the final hours of 2025 tick away, I find myself looking back. It's always been interesting to me that some events seem like they happened yesterday, while others seem like they happened more than a year ago! I spent the last couple days looking back at the year. … Continue reading A Look Back – 2025