Category Archives: Family

Back From Vacation

Well, Courtney and Jackson and I just finished a week of vacation which included 5 days with my family (Dad, Dee, Matt, Cheri, Ethan, Karen, Barry, Jenny and Kimmie) and  2 days with Courtney’s parents.  It’s great to get away … Continue reading

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10 Things…

Ten things I’m thankful for.  A few years ago, at a conference, a speaker encouraged us to give thanks for 10 things from the previous day before we ever got out of bed.  I took the challenge and really enjoy … Continue reading

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Where I’ve Been…

Being away at camp can really put you behind.  It feels like I “hit the ground running” upon arriving home at camp and haven’t stopped since.  Surprisingly, I’ve spent precious little time blogging or tweeting in the last two weeks.  Let … Continue reading

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Re-energizing at Camp

Despite being sick and completely tired as a result, being at Camp Willow Run has been great!  I love being here.  It’s very much a working vacation!  But even better, it’s a retreat from most things worldly and a great … Continue reading

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Pastor Panic

I think I’ve been “thrown off” all week b/c of the Memorial Day off on Monday.  It’s great having a day off with family and friends, but it really kills the routine.  Oddly, several times on Monday, I had this … Continue reading

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About my Granddad

I’m too tired and lack motivation this morning to go into too much detail, but wanted to say a word about my granddad.  He’s 90 years old.  Just made a visit to see him yesterday.  I really need to sit … Continue reading

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My Lovely Wife

In case you don’t know, Courtney has a great blog that she keeps up on a regular basis.  Check it out here. But before you visit her blog, be sure to go here to sign-up for Twitter and become one … Continue reading

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Seven Years Ago today…

I married my wonderful bride! Happy Anniversary Sweetie!  Yes indeedy! Anyway…about 7 and a half years ago, while in pre-marital counseling, our counselor encouraged us to write down 10 reasons why we wanted to marry our spouse-to-be.  I don’t know … Continue reading

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