Life is messy

The saying goes, life is messy but better than the alternative.

I've recently had the occasion to experience the death of another grandparent. This is the third grandfather to pass in my life. While I don't remember my mom's father all that well, my (step)grandfather Jack and my granddaddy Blakely have been an active part of my life for as long as I can remember. Jack's passing made me reflect on how tangible items can prompt jogs down memory lane; how having a physical "touch stone" can reconnect us with our past.

Noah's first trip to Disney World

So this is very long overdue but I (Josh) was finally able to get a video edited of Noah's very first trip to Disney World. Yes, this happened in October...I know, it took a while.

The video is a little long but includes some awesome images of Noah enjoying himself so hopefully you will find it worthwhile!

"What do you mean he doesn't eat meat?"

Oh boy!  If you want a boat load of unsolicited child rearing advice, strange crazy looks, and a basic commentary on what it mean to "be American," just tell folks that you are raising your child a vegetarian.  I can't tell you how many times Josh and I have heard that question..."What do you mean he doesn't eat meat?"  You would think we are killing our son by the looks we get from people.

But yes, readers, Noah is a vegetarian.

Thanks, it was my grandfather's

Many of you know that my [step]grandfather, my mother's step-father, passed away a couple of weeks ago. I appreciate all of the heartfelt sympathies from friends, family and church members over the last few months. To answer the question I've gotten countless times, I'm doing alright.