Why I Love My Wife

Way back in 1992, a friend of mine at Texas A&M mentioned there might be a girl in a sorority that needed a date to a party. Even though there was a free t-shirt involved, we all thought it was a good idea to meet before the party. So…a blind date to Duncan Dining Hall,…

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More Valentine’s Day

Valentine’s Day was really quite lovely, but we had our doses of reality, too. Decorating the boxes and putting together the Valentine cards was great fun – for all of us.  Once we put on Cars 2, Luke was finally distracted from getting into the paint. Like last year, I used a printable, designed by Olliegraphic,…

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Happy Valentine’s Day!

Last week, Anna-Laura and I (with the expert help of Luke, Clare and Will) decorated her Valentine shoebox.  We had a really great time.  It’s rare that a project gets completed without whining, crying or meltdowns.  This one was actually enjoyable – by all of us – and I loved doing it with her. I…

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Top Ten: Little Things to Love

As we prepare for Hallmark’s busiest holiday of the year, I’m reminded that so much gets lost on Valentine’s Day.  Namely, the saint for whom the holiday is named!  Scott and I have never been huge Valentine’s Day lovers (pardon the pun), because as Scott says, “Everyday is Valentine’s Day at our house.”  Aww.  There…

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