A day with my mom

I’m getting to a place in life where many of the people I know have lost one or both of their parents. I have to admit to an embarrassment of riches on this front, because both of my parents are still with us, and still physically and mentally vibrant. I don’t usually think in terms

She fills my heart with joy

My world hasn’t been the same since the girl in this picture entered into it, sixteen years ago this week. She makes me smile, makes me laugh, sometimes make me shake with anger, but at the bottom of it all I’d do anything to keep her happy and safe. Being a parent is like that.

Friends and Family–2014

Facebook is going too far by wanting to montetize all images on their website. I’m not giving in that easily.

Thanksgiving memories

Today my family and I drove to my parents’ house for thanksgiving dinner. There was snow on the ground and food on the table, and everyone I’m related to by blood was there (parents, siblings, children, nephews). There was certainly much to be thankful for.