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The First 662.7 Miles Are Always The Easiest

Posted on July 14, 2012 by

“Good evening, sir! Do you have a reservation?” The desk clerk at the Tillamook, Ore. Shilo Inn looked like she had put in a full day  checking in families and answering calls for more towels and was ready for her … Continue reading →

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Greasing The Palms, So To Speak

Posted on December 2, 2011 by

My daughter, Maddo, was so excited. She knew what was coming next. “I did it, Daddy!” “You sure did, honey! Way to go!” “I went pee-pee!” “Yes. Yes you did!” Prior to having kids, I never, ever thought I would … Continue reading →

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Fool in the Rain

Posted on September 28, 2011 by

My daughter and I recently went on our first bike ride together. By the time it was over, she was in tears and asking for her mother. We took the training wheels off this summer. Shortly after, her grandparents bought … Continue reading →

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Packing Chicken

Posted on September 17, 2011 by

I have never read Robert Putnam’s book “Bowling Alone.” I know that it discusses how participation in civic activity such as bowling leagues has declined, therefore leading to the many of the societal ills we face today.* I find this … Continue reading →

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Snow Conversation

Posted on January 29, 2011 by

Scene: My 10-year-old is on our bed watching TV. There is a snow day. My wife has graciously offered to get cereal for the kid (sans milk as always) and bring it upstairs so she stay where she is. Wife: … Continue reading →

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Hello world!

Posted on May 23, 2010 by

Welcome to WordPress.com. This is your first post. Edit or delete it and start blogging!

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