Like the choice was really hard. Actually, it kinda was. A little. Well, the hardest thing to give up was the availability. Open 24 hours? Have nothing to do at 2 am? Go to Wal-Mart. Ok. I used to do that in college, but you get the point. Wal-Mart is attractive to many people because … Continue reading Why I chose to avoid Walmart this year…
The best things…how we almost miss them.
I had to get onto myself this evening. It was my son's bedtime and he didn't want to go to sleep. Lately that is nothing new. Such is life with a studly little 2 year old. So, I snuggled up next to him and tried to persuade him to call it a night. Thirty minutes … Continue reading The best things…how we almost miss them.
Quotes, quotes, quotes
I love quotes. I get a quote of the day email every day. I follow many people on Twitter just because they find awesome quotes. I enjoy reading the wisdom of those who have gone before me. It inspires me. It teaches me. Their words give me perspective. Here are a few of my favorites: … Continue reading Quotes, quotes, quotes
Rain rain go away…No, wait! Don’t.
It is raining outside my window right now. Sounds like it is coming down pretty hard. The thumping on the roof is very soothing, minus the cracks of thunder that wake the dead. All in all, it is pretty nice. I am safe and warm here in the house. My family is tucked in bed. … Continue reading Rain rain go away…No, wait! Don’t.
Time is passing by. Let’s hope I’m making the most of it.
My boy turns two tomorrow. It seems like only a moment ago he was handed through the door in the room where I was waiting. I was beside myself with worry. My wife had been taken back. I was supposed to join her. Almost a hour went by and a nurse informed me that my … Continue reading Time is passing by. Let’s hope I’m making the most of it.
