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Childhood Comforts
As a kid one of the most comforting memories I have is being carried to bed. I loved to “fall asleep” in the car and get carried to bed. If I stayed asleep, or kept my eyes closed, I could get a free ride up the stairs. I was thinking recently, as I dozed, man… Read more
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The “No Microwave” Life
I have long been suspicious of microwaves. I have also long had one regardless of my suspicions. Until a couple weeks ago. Two weeks ago my little sister was staying the night and tried to make popcorn. There was a horrible smell and the outlet sparked. I unplugged the microwave, thinking it was the problem.… Read more
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When You Are “The Chosen One”
Once in a while you know you’ve made it because a child makes you the chosen one. I love kids. I really do. They’re adorable. And I especially love kids that are either related to me or related to my very dear friends. (Though I bear some level of admiration for all children period because… Read more
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Music: Colin Nichols
When my friends ran/owned the local coffee shop they would host music nights. One of the owners is a musician (a super skilled one) and he invited his friends to play. One of the singers is a dude named Colin Nichols. I don’t know him well but he is one talented dude! Check him out… Read more
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Going Outside in a Small Town
Lately I have done fewer and fewer things that require me to be out and about in our small town. There are some people I don’t want to see, and there are other people I don’t mind seeing, but don’t necessarily have the energy to engage with. Today I ventured out. I went to the… Read more
