As part of our bedtime routine, I always pray with the boys and then tell a funny story that I make up on the fly. Sometimes though, actually a little too often (maybe a couple times a week), my story is too funny. When one of my stories is too funny, Jude laughs hysterically, often …
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Jude’s Quote of the Day
Last night when I was laying down with Jude, trying to get him to sleep (which should have been easy given he hadn’t had a nap for days), he was so chatty. Finally I told him that I wanted to get a good look at him since he was sure to still be sleeping when …
Levi’s Learning Jude’s Tricks
Levi is getting sneaky. He asked to play on the iPad. I told him he could have a little game time on the iPad and then would have to switch to some education apps/books. He agreed. But, he didn’t follow through with the deal. After game time was up, he disappeared. I later heard some …
Jude Performs Live with Lorie Line at the Historic State Theater
This weekend Jude performed live with Lorie Line at the Historic State Theater. Well, sort of. In what was seriously a highlight of my life, Jude and a hundred or so other kids who were in attendance this weekend at the Lorie Line Immanuel show were called to the stage. Jude was thrilled to get out …
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Pic with Santa
This was probably our best of 3 shots from our pics with Santa a couple weeks ago. Our boys don’t believe in Santa so they had no incentive to behave nicely in his presence.
Almost Invisible Asher
Asher is tiny. Very tiny. He is in the 2.47th percentile for weight; 40th percentile for height and 40th percentile for head size. His doctor said he’s not concerned because of the upward trend. I explained it away since my little Asher has always been so active and has even taken up long distance running. …
Jude’s Quote of the Day
“I’m dying of thirst! I’m swallowing my own spit!”
Ever Wonder When to Ask for a Raise?
Jude has a nice theory on when to ask for a raise, he said, “More work; more money.” I say, well said, young man.
Jude’s Quote of the Day
“If no one’s in the bathroom while I’m going potty, I talk to myself.”
Mike and Sara’s Wedding
A little box arrived in the mail for me today. It was sent from Mike’s finacee, Sara. Before I had a chance to open it, Andy asked me what it was. I said it was probably my formal invitation to be Sara’s bridesmaid. Andy knew how badly I wanted to be a bridesmaid, but he …