Chris told me about a fascinating MTV interview (click on USA when the pop-up pops) that J.K. Rowling, the author of the Harry Potter series, did back in the fall of 2007. I’ve not read the books and I’ve not seen the films, but I have heard the North American Christian uprising against the books … [Read more…]
The kids and I built a big track with their hodge-podge of wooden train tracks (courtesy of Grandma’s yardsaling, Jeff’s donation, and a Christmas gift, Blaise has quite a large collection). Then Blaise went looking for his camera. I got mine too.
Every four years at the beginning of July three great things happen: Fifa World Cup Soccer Finals Wimbledon Tennis Tournament Tour de France Cycling Race It’s a marvelous time to have a PVR.
This was a great show! and not just because I was about 20 feet from Neko Case for a couple hours (though that was pretty cool too). The music was energetic and fun. The artists gave it everything they could give on this first show of their North American Tour. The Mountain Goats opened with … [Read more…]
On a rainy and chilly May long weekend, we drove a couple hours northwest to join my sister and her family (and later my mom too) at the Riverview Campground in Rocky Mountain House. Because of the weather, we joined Saison and Dean in their luxurious camper trailer for the first two nights, but did … [Read more…]
Last weekend I was treated to a triple-header at a puppet theatre in my own home. Blaise set up his mattress as a barrier in his room and prepared the shows, one of which he starred in with the puppets (the first). The Sheep and the Giant Teddy and Leopardy’s First Time at Church Leopardy … [Read more…]
Blaise was up early this morning, so as I was about to get breakfast ready, he asked me if a number was a six or a nine. I asked him if the tail went up or down. It went up. Then he rushed over with an open book and exclaimed: “Papa! Dinosaurs lived on the … [Read more…]
I love watching (and playing) tennis. I finally have the opportunity to watch the French Open final between Rafael Nadal and Robin Söderling and it is awesome. Söderling is on the brink of a break point in the second set (Nadal took the first 6-4). The two of them playing strong, strong games. What is … [Read more…]
Yes, I shaved my goatee, but I also revamped my entire website. New, clean, non-yellowy look Streamlined menu at the top Integrated RSS feeds of our blogs Security password for the family tree section Slideshow options for bike trip/canoe trip photos Visit ZAAKISTAN.
Got a call this morning at 6:30. School’s cancelled due to snow! It’s been snowing this week already. Along with wind and rain and cool temperatures. Everyone at school yesterday was speculating and hoping for a storm overnight. I spent the whole morning video editing – I didn’t even eat breakfast. I’m so giddy. Spring … [Read more…]