Since we haven't read, seen or heard enough about Election '08, I figured I'd throw the top ten in the ring. I don't know about you, but I've been fascinated with all things political this year. But, please don't confuse fascination with happiness.There's really so much to say. A good friend of mine said it quite well on his blog (Hat tip to Chuck). I'll admit, I went to bed at 10:30. We knew the winner and I didn't feel ...

I'm always a sucker for Cliff Claven knowledge. If you don't know who Cliff is, then I guess I'm officially old. Anyhoo, enjoy this week's...TOP TEN: LITTLE KNOWN HALLOWEEN FACTS1. The holiday has Christian origins.2. Pope Gregory IV is responsible for when we celebrate Halloween - way back in 835. He moved the commemoration of Martyrs (later All Saints Day) from May 13 to November 1.3. Ever wonder where we get that name? Well, the night before All Saints Day ...

"Mom, my brain needs to refresh before I do any more homework."Will"It's froggy outside."Anna-Laura commenting on the early morning "fog".We're up for soccer again this Saturday. Somehow we managed to draw the 8am games for both boys - yikes the early morning temps are a wee bit chilly for us Texans. For once, it should be a laid back weekend, which we're really looking forward to - finally! I hope to get caught up on some picture downloading, blog posting ...

The hunt was on. Last weekend we finally made time to get THE pumpkins. In Texas, if you get them too early it's so darn blazing hot, they go bad on you!! Anyhoo, we found them and the kids had a great time. Maybe next year we'll make it to an actual patch. A mom can dream, can't she?

Otherwise known as the other Holyland - Aggieland still carries the same qualities that drew Scott and I there more than a decade ago. Game day embodies what we love so much about AMC. From march-in, to passerby shouting "Howdy" to the occasional horn Hullaballo Canek! Canek! honk - there's just something special about College Station. It may not have a major metropolitan airport or even a downtown, but I can't think of a better place to spend 4 years ...