Sunday’s swim lesson (for me – not Stone)
He didn’t want to go. He was adamant. “No swimming! No swim team!” I tried to cajole him by telling him it’d be fun. He repeated it louder this time – an inflection in his voice to make his point. “No swim TEEEEAM.” Crossing my arms I sighed and considered the options. For the past […]
Progress comes in different steps and speeds
I want to say something about this guy. It’s been a long time since I’ve written much about him and sometimes I feel bad about that. I used to be so good about documenting his life, challenges and the progress he made. But life happened and here I am in catch up mode. He’s turning […]
Feeling that Pearl Jam Concert High
Some couples like to recreate their first date at the restaurant or location where they first felt the spark of their romance. Even though years may have passed and the venue has changed and evolved (like the couple), for a brief period they’re (hopefully) able to remember and feel a moment in time as they […]
Holding Out Historical Hope for Oregon Ducks
Will history repeat itself with another upset in Saturday’s Ducks-Huskies game? It’s been a rough start of the season for the Oregon Ducks and fans unaccustomed to 3 game losing streaks and conference championship dreams squashed in early October. And to make matters worse, the undefeated Washington Huskies are riding into Eugene fresh off a […]