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Mar 14
Any Day Now

I’m starting to get a little jumpy. Abigail’s due date is just a week away. 39 weeks today. Every little noise makes me jump now.

Mar 12
Hopes and Expectations for Fatherhood

I had a great childhood. My family moved a lot and we didn’t have much money, but an overwhelming majority of my memories are positive. Exploring in the woods. Father and son campouts. Picnics. Movie nights. Holiday traditions. So many fun times.

Mar 11
Packing My Hospital Bag for Labor and Delivery

Today I packed my hospital bag. After taking our birthing class I feel like I’ve been given the keys to a new car, but have no idea how to drive. I don’t REALLY  know what I’m getting myself into at the hospital do I? I’ve heard all kinds of stories and been given all kinds of […]

Mar 08
Birthday Brew: Part II

We bottled the beer this week. It was a process I’ve never taken part in before, but really enjoyed. We cleaned bottled, sanitized oxygen sealing caps, filled the bottles, etc. If the taste tests are any indications, it’s going to be amazing! Its smooth, dark and has a light coffee flavor. Now we just wait for the […]