guitar lessons

papa teaching asa how to play the guitar

*the real story behind this picture....we had a full, fun day with out-of-town guests, and asa had just woken up cranky and crying from a short-lived nap and was a mess. so we plugged him up and played guitar to calm him down because our babysitter would be arriving in an hour, so david and i could go play in a badminton tourney (yes, we're dorky like that). we ended up forfeiting our quarter final match to go home to a baby that just couldn't be consoled...oh my, how pictures can be deceiving! :o) what a night...sigh.

grandparent lovin'

happy valentine's day!

asa sends his love, snuggles, drool, and wet, open-mouth kisses to all his friends, family, and girlfriends. we hope that you each are having a wonderful valentine's day. valentine's day should be celebrated everyday. we love you all...so very much.

hey, baby...how 'bout a kiss?

wait! you can't leave without giving me a kiss!

depth of friendship

i am amazed how the heart can feel for another. a former UVA volleyball player. an aunt from hilton head. an orlando pastor. a matron of honor. an RA from college. a husband. a son. for the past twenty-two years, my life has been a journey woven through several cities and states. so many people. as an outcome, a cast of characters has evolved. each member playing a part in my journey. whether going for a jog in my mind or physically present...my life is changed. my heart sighs. words are unspoken. kindred spirits are in communion. david experienced this depth yesterday with the man pictured below. their friendship affects me. amazing men. gentle spirits. beautiful hearts. mj, kate, asa, and i are blessed.

mantlepiece

look who david found on the mantle again...