Category: Random

Yeah, these are the random thoughts or things that pass through my mind.

Not My Day

Guys have you ever had one of those days? You know the kind where you are just hard to get along with? The kind where the wife keeps asking you “What’s wrong? You seem miserable.” Even the kids notice that you are a bit off. Well that has been my day today! Don’t know why?…

It’s A Dad’s Life

What is your life like guys? Are you the chauffeur, gardener, grill master extraordinaire? Does your yard look better than all the neighbors? Do you pride yourself in the way you look and dress? Is your “Man Cave” maxed out with all the best audio and visual equipment that money can buy? If so, check…

History Anyone? – Free Today!

Constitution by KIDS DISCOVER (from iTunes)

If you are looking for a nice history app that does a decent job of covering the Constitution, then check this out! Free today is Constitution by KIDS DISCOVER. This is an iPad app in which kids will learn all about the battle to write, ratify and enforce the Constitution of the United States, as…

Hardwood Update

Almost two weeks ago I asked the question of How Hard is Hardwood? Well I have survived the process of putting in around 500 square feet of 3/4″ pre-finished oak hardwood floor. I did have some help and advice from New Beginnings Renovation (father-in-law) since the last time I did this I was 15 or…

Congressional Prayer on July 4th?

You may ask yourself, “Is Congress in session today?”. The answer would be no it is classified as a “State Work Period” day. In the eyes of the congress there is nothing that is worthy enough to deem them being in session or at work today. Yet, there was a time back in 1861, some…

The Playground Ritual Continues

I am sure that everyone growing up has either heard or participated in the “My daddy is better than your daddy” contest. You know the one where some kid is proud of his father and believes deep down that his dad is the ultimate dad of all dads and is ready to point it out…

How Hard is Hardwood?

All right men out there, I am embarking on an event this weekend that should be interesting! I am installing hardwood flooring in the living room and in the front foyer. If anyone has any hints, suggestions or helpful comments, leave them below! Make it quick guys, I am starting very soon!!

Musical Monday

Musical Monday

The first day of the work week is now Musical Monday! Monday is usually a day that most people hate to see arive! It sort of creeps out of the night and wakes you up early on…yeah, Monday! But, according to the Mamas & The Papas, Monday mornings are so good to me! However, most…

Homeschooling Mom’s Never Stop

Husband’s of homeschooling mom’s, as I type this, there is a meeting going on at my house this very moment.  My house has been invaded by homeschooling mom’s that are trying to get everything planned for the coming year!  They just finished the previous year about 1 week ago!  Do these ladies ever take a…

Yesterday 39…Today 40!

As I lay sleeping, this post will be going up on this 13th day of May, 2013. Some 40 years ago (that’s two score) I was born into this world. I grew up in a house with cows, chickens, dogs, cats, a hamster, a monkey, a skunk and who knows what else. I grew up…