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Jan 16
Intro To Computers

If you know me you know that I’m a tech guy. I used my first computer in 1st grade. I took apart and (while assisted only by a library book) successfully reassembled my first desktop computer in the 5th grade. I’m now in my early 30s, part of my day job is tech support and I’m […]

Jan 14
Where Does the Time Go?

Wow. The last time I posted was over a month ago. A whole month! Its crazy how much can happen in that time. I don’t even know where to start so I’ll just go with the highlights…

Dec 04
Birthing Class

I remember my dad talking with me about the Birds and the Bees. I knew before the conversation even started that my dad was uncomfortable with what he was about to talk to me about. We sat down on the couch with a book and he basically read it verbatim. I was a rather sheltered child so this […]

Dec 02
The Conversation We’ve Had Dozens of Times…

Me: Want to *insert cool activity idea* today? Her: “I’m not feeling so good *insert current time of day here* babe.” Me: “I’m sorry. Wish you felt better.” Her: “Its okay. It’s not your fault.