From Roman censuses to Christmas traditions, this post questions long-held assumptions about Jesus’s birth, family, and history—then wanders through football, weather gadgets, and a year’s worth of reflection and surprises.
Nutcracker in Review
Pictures from Nutcracker, and Christmas music, too.
Life Is Good, Even When the Fog Machine Leaks
Short post this week, because Nutcracker. Got some cool news this week from Second Son, AKA McNugget. Their family is growing. We’ll know more in a couple of weeks, but they think they’re due in July. Makes me think about my parents. My Dad only ever met his first grandchild. My Mom (who would have Read More
Football Wraps Up and Nutcracker Gears Up
A busy week of performances looms while college football storylines unfold and the Shine Solar bankruptcy raises new questions. Music discoveries, playoff rumors, and a long-overdue blogroll update round out this week’s post.
This Week: Football, Turkey, Solar Panels And Rain
A week filled with football frustration, unexpected solar panel repairs, and a Thanksgiving turkey smoked to perfection. Family crowded the house, memories piled up, and the holiday chaos somehow came together just right.




