In a way this little site of mine has become a sort of time machine into the past. Life just rushes past us so fast but never seeming that fast and maybe I'm not willing to let the great things that happen get lost in a sea of fuzzy memories. So I kept a detailed log of things we did and experiences we shared. Here are a few:
Would a good father dress his daughter like this? (April 2nd 2005)
The answer is a resounding "Heck no!!" If you ever wondered what a 3-year old girl would wear if she was given the freedom to pick out her own clothes, here it is! From the turquoise hat to the purple striped pants to the red shirt, Emily has given us a glimpse into the future of what she'll want to wear in public.
Emmy and I still laugh about this one.
"Gone Baptizin' " May 12 2006
I think I first mentioned baptizing these kids like 3 months ago? Finally we got it done on April 30 which also happens to be my grandma's birthday. She turned...78 I think? Yeah, that's it. Isn't that terrible?
Afterwards we all went to this place called Birra Poretti's which has a super breakfast buffet complete with eggs benedict, fruit, waffles, and even pizza...yes, pizza. Unfortunately, I couldn't eat any of it due to a wicked stomach virus that had me literally walking on air so as not to upset the tum-tum. Felt great the next day! Cari promised me she would take me there again one of these days though.
So nice to be able to have a boy to keep our wonderful name going. To be the MAN...a good role for me. Plus, I had my own reasons for wanting a boy. Teach him some sensitivity, to express his feelings, to cry when he wants to or needs to...and to always take care of his family, should he have one someday.
"They Say It's Your Birthday!..." Oct 27 2006
Detroit is down 3-1 in the World Series. Can they win it? Probably not. No one on that team other then Pudge Rodriguez has much postseason experience. But hey, they gave it a shot right? I remember the Simpsons episode where Mr. Burns brought in major leaguers to win his softball game vs. Shelbyville, one of them being Darryl Strawberry. Later, Homer complains that Darryl is "bigger then me, faster then me, and already has more friends around the plant then I do." to which Bart says "You're the one who told me I could do anything if I just put my mind to it!" to which Homer replies "No matter how good you are at something, there's always about a million people better than you." Bart then says "Gotcha, can't win, don't try". That's not a good thing to teach your kids...if it was then nothing would have been accomplished.
This was always one of my favourite Simpsons episodes. Had it taped for years. At various points in my life I did stop trying. Didn't really know what I was supposed to be doing, ya know? I know other people feel the same way sometimes. I never had a strong desire to be rich or anything, but just to live comfortably. Who know where I'd be right now if Cari hadn't come along. I always tell her she saved me. She says, "I know..." and laughs. As long as she knows.
"Labour Day 2008!" Sept 2 2008
Zach: "This can's been empty for about an hour. I'd sure love another one. But, what are ya gonna do?"
OH MY GOSH this kid takes some cute pictures. Ever since I came across Snarkyville I have really enjoyed putting funny captions to pictures. Zach makes it easy.
I'd love to keep going, but I've really got to go to the bathroom. Kids are in San Antonio with Cari's parents this weekend! Working out this morning then cleaning up the house while Cari is at my grandma's 83rd birthday party / tea party THEN tonight we're going to Winstar Casino!! My first time going here. Wish me luck!
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