Family
Books We Got for Christmas 2018
We continue to be a bookish bunch, as you can see from this post, which shows the books we gave and received this Christmas.
Progress on Our Younger Daughter’s Ceramics Capstone Project
Now as a senior in college, she is half way through her “ceramics capstone” which will culminate in a museum show next April. She has been focusing on developing two specific types of dishes. The first ones…
Thanksgiving Photos 2018
I have so much to be grateful for, but I need to mention here my gratitude for each of you readers of this blog! Thank you for your attention and caring.
Photos of Derek and Kelsey’s Wedding
Derek and Kelsey’s wedding was beautiful. They seem to bring out the best in each other which is lovely to behold.
Derek and Kelsey’s Rehearsal Dinner and Wedding Day Brunch (Photos)
In these photos here you can see Derek with his bride Kelsey at their rehearsal dinner, and get a glimpse into Aunt Clara’s remarkable hospitality.
Photos from Elaine’s Cabin in Texas (with Sunrises)
Little did we know that we’d have a front row seat for each sunrise! The ever-changing light was magnificent.
I Met my Husband 30 Years Ago Today
I wrote up the miraculous story of how we met; I think it bears repeating here today. Please go read it here…
Visiting Extended Family in Michigan
In July, my father’s side of the family gathered in Michigan to bury the ashes of our last aunt and uncle in the same lovely church garden that my grandparents and parents are in.
Roasted Beet and Tomato Salad Recipe (with Dinner Party Menu)
This salad was delicious and pretty and merits repeating. Mix this together for some colorful joy!
Miscellaneous Photos from Our Trip to Califormia
We went to visit our oldest daughter, who has a wonderful new job at the California Department of Education, and doesn’t get any vacation for her first six months. We also wanted to hear her read in church since she’s now Second Reader, as well as meet her boyfriend.
Rodeo Beach, California (Photos)
The colors on the surrounding hillsides, the sea stacks and crashing Pacific ocean, the driftwood and the company, all were wonderful.
Our Daughter’s Ceramics from This Semester
Blog readers have enjoyed watching her ceramics prowess evolve, and this post is the next in that series.
Grace Notes #12 (with Photos)
This is a periodic blog feature I call “grace notes.” It occasionally captures my jottings of incidental gratitude.
Rebecca and Landan’s Wedding
In the ton of photos below you can see the trajectory of the wedding and its aftermath. These are terrific people. They are full of love, and enjoy being together.