Family Life
Spring Breaking was Fabulous
“Hey Dad, when do you get out for spring break?” The kids ask this EVERY YEAR and EVERY YEAR we both crack up. Thankfully, Scott was able to take a couple of days off and they were our two prettiest days of the week. Sweet! We were so grateful that our annual trek to the…
Read MoreThese Boots Were Made for Walking
A little over two years ago, I got serious about taking better photos of my kids. Not just more, but better. And not just better, but ones that captured the day-to-day life of a big and wide family. Thanks, Kyle. Sometimes the moment presents itself and you just have to take a photo. Exhibits A, B…
Read MoreJust Call Her Speaker of the House
Every two years, Texas 4-H spreads the good news of Agrilife extension and the 4-H program at “Texas 4-H Day at the Capitol.” Because the Texas legislature is only in session every two years, it’s a big deal for all our 4-Hers! Way back in the day, I served as a legislative page. So, when…
Read MoreHey John Paul: You’re a Teenager!
Make that TWO teenagers in the house. That was fast. John Paul is officially 13 today and y’all know what that means. Cue the birthday letter. And this time, to my teenage son. For fun, I looked back at Will’s 13th letter and I had to smile. God love the internet. Now I know where…
Read MoreThe Glorification of “Busy”
“Man, you must be busy.” This almost always follows the comment when I tell folks how many kids I have. Six, in case you’re wondering. I have six kids. While my answers have changed over time, I’m really starting to hate that question because of one simple thing: as a society, we have glorified “busy”…
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