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Feb 13
Dear Son,

I can’t wait to meet you. There is an exciting world out here for you to experience life in. There are things that will elate you and things that will crush you, but life is still worth living. I’ll be there every step of the way for as along as I’m alive. There are many […]

Feb 12
Brewing for a Newborn Celebration and Beyond!

I’m not a big beer drinker. I do like beer though. I like it dark and complex. I only drink beer when out with the guys (doesn’t happen often enough) or on special occasions like a sporting event or celebration. The birth of my child fits into the celebration category in my book.

Feb 11
Nesting Has Begun

We bought a car seat this week. Whoa. Abigail’s due date is only about 6 weeks away now and the car seat purchase only made it feel that much closer. 

Jan 31
What Do You Want For Dinner?

I hate this question. I didn’t used to, but it’s way past official. This is a horrible question. After working a long day, attending school and before starting on chores around the house the last thing I want to do is play the “What Do You Want For Dinner?” game. It’s an absolutely awful game that goes something like this: