The “poetry” of family vacations is irreplaceable and my favorite thing.
Tag: Thomas
My Report Card for 2017
The picture above shows my daughter happily playing on her grandfather’s Christmas present. It also shows her brother keeping watch … More
Lesson From A Traitor: Happiness and Doing Good
“An idle life in my present circumstances would be but a lingering death” – Benedict Arnold I don’t normally quote … More
Gratitude and Peace
“There’s a peace only to be found on the other side of war.” – Sean Connery as King Arthur in … More
Farewell To A Great Summer
Despite some tears (ok, I was sobbing), our oldest is away at college. Our three other kids start school tomorrow. … More
Why I’m Optimistic About The Future (Hint: It’s Not Twitter)
Yesterday I caused my first Twitter furor. Like many, I’m a nobody on Twitter (fewer than 100 followers). I’ve lurked … More
Family and Gratitude
“Do you know what you are Matt? You’re an ungrateful whiner.” – my mom (many years ago)
Scout Camp Damage Report, part 1
Scout Camp. Sometimes we laugh so we don’t cry. Despite having access to a great cabin across the lake from … More