Christmas blessing. . .

Long day?

Ever feel like this? Maybe after a short night followed by a long day? Or, just in general?


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Owen in goal

Few things are as entertaining as youth soccer, especially when the players are 4-years-old! Here's a clip from my grandson Owen's match this morning. What a player in goal!

An indescribable Easter blessing

My third grandson, Henry Folsom Frazer arrived, as I've already reported, on March 29, 2010.  He decided to enter our world about 5-6 weeks early, causing quite a stir with his family. 

But, what a blessing!

On this Easter morning, I am so grateful for little "Hank."  I've already had a talk with him, part of my granddad bonding ritual that already has tied me to his big brother, Owen and his bigger cousin, Wyatt.

For me, today, these pictures represent hope and peace.

Nick Vujicic

Nick Vujicic.

Not sure I've ever seen or heard anything quite like his story or his attitude.  Life through a million tears, tears that can inspire a transformation; better, a revolution of living!



Learn more at Nick's website here.

Speaking of generations. . .

During days of rest and inactivity, like today, my mind and heart grow clear and turn to my family. Sweet, sweet reality that keeps me going.

Can't find a way to resist sharing this recent photo of my little gang of "joy agents."

Partying with "sinners"

With whom do we celebrate?

For whom do we throw parties?



Luke 14:12-14

Shane Claiborne's call to "dance"

A meaningful call to joy. . .

An Unforgettable Moment

Warning: Crazy Granddad on this page!

Okay.

You've been warned.

Last Monday evening after dinner with our youngest daughter, Joanna, her husband, Jordan, and, of course, our youngest grandson, Owen; we prepared to depart one of our favorite East Dallas joints for our respective homes.

Owen had a better idea.

He informed his parents that he wanted to go to "Granddad and Granny's house."

It was a tough night for a sleep-over since the next morning Owen and his mom were leaving for the Gulf Coast with dad to follow in a couple of days.

They planned to leave by 6:00 a.m.

I volunteered to get him up and back home in plenty of time, but that really was a ridiculous suggestion. Hey, it's my job. I'm one of the granddads in this outfit!

Owen protested that he knew where he wanted to go. So, our sidewalk discussion continued.

At one point, Jordan produced a nice bag of M & Ms, Owen's favorite candy! He handed it to Owen. As the conversation went on, Jordan informed Owen that if he went home with us, he would need to surrender his candy treasure.

He thought for about a second and then handed the unopened candy back to his dad and held on to my leg.

We were all amazed.

We compromised in the end. Owen came home to play a while before bath and bed. Mom came a little later and picked him up and all was well.

As we were leaving the restaurant with Owen in my arms, he called back over my shoulder to his parents, "I feel better now!" Then, he had to get down and run give them a parting kiss.

What a kid!

Owen, I feel better too, and I will for a long time. I'll never forget what you did.

Granddad loves you, boy!

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Grandchildren and puppies

Not long ago, Uncle Bill and Aunt Judy and Uncle Kyle received 8 new Doberman Pinscher puppies into their world!

Sage, the mother, produced the amazing litter, with the help of old Bear, the father!

The video is simply a feel-good deal for me.

Our grandchildren love these pups!

Enjoy!

Happy Father's Day!

Loafers, Unite!

At times you just have to stop and find fresh sources of laughter, don't you?

Try this: click on the title line above and see what you find.

We've had a few tough and demanding weeks here at CDM. So, I had to pass this one along!

Enjoy!
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