…I have experienced the awkwardness of my scooter running out of juice in the middle of the aisle at Costco. And then the looks of pity from passers-by.
Archive for the ‘Marriage’ Category
Our Futon is not that Cozy
Posted in Health, Marriage, Religion, Spiritual Transformation, Thankfulness, tagged broken foot, Health, lessons on November 2, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
Lessons from biopsies to broken bones
Posted in Faith, Health, Marriage, Relationships, Religion, Spiritual Transformation, Thankfulness, tagged broken foot, Challenges, God's sovereignty, Trials on October 13, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
While we were dating, I ended up needing a biopsy. I was scared, but not having dated all that long I had no idea how Brent would react. I was amazed at his response.
My 30 Year H.S. Reunion – Surely, we aren’t that old! Are we?
Posted in Friends, Marriage, Relationships, tagged Class of '81, High school reunions, Lincoln on August 2, 2011 | 2 Comments »
I sensed a very real contentment with life overall. Contentment with spouses, kids, choices and jobs. Everyone looked in pretty decent health and there was lots of laughter. My prayer for them is that the next 10 years God continues to shine blessings on them as he has over the last 30 years.
Dept Store Man Caves?!
Posted in Marriage, Shopping, tagged Herberger's, Macy's, Man Cave on March 27, 2011 | 1 Comment »
This is the critical moment that all men fear because you think it’s a trick question and you’ve probably screwed up in the past. There can be no hesitation in the answer or you’ll be at the store for another hour. The truth and a confident answer is what is required.
Celebrating with God, Sinatra and Bono
Posted in Marriage, Restaurants, Spiritual Transformation, tagged Bono, Dean Martin, Jax Café, Jazz, Northeast Minneapolis, Sinatra, Steak, Tony Bennett on February 1, 2011 | 2 Comments »
Jax has become our special spot since getting married there two years ago. We love the nostalgia of the place, the memories it holds and we love the food.
Must Our Hobby Involve a Death Waiver?
Posted in Biking, Cooking, Food, Marriage, Mushrooms, tagged marriage, Mushrooms, Mycological on January 15, 2011 | 2 Comments »
Do we have to pick the hobby that makes you sign a waiver warning of fatal illness?
Can We be Best Friends?
Posted in Faith, Friends, Friendship, Marriage, Relationships, Spiritual Transformation, Thankfulness, tagged dating, friendship, marriage on December 31, 2010 | 2 Comments »
At that point in our friendship, we were each wondering if we were ready for that change and if this was “The One.”
12 Random Things I’m Thankful For
Posted in Faith, Family, Friendship, Marriage, Relationships, Spiritual Transformation, tagged gratitude, Thankfulness, Thanksgiving on November 24, 2010 | 2 Comments »
“Boring” days. You know, the kind where you experience no accidents, no terribly bad news, no particular relational challenges, no pain…
Big Points for the Cannon Valley Trail
Posted in Adventure, Biking, Fitness, Food, Marriage, Minnesota, Relationships, Restaurants, Summer on September 12, 2010 | 6 Comments »
We quickly realized good biking shorts were a must if we were going to enjoy a ride longer than a few blocks.
My Kingdom for a Closet
Posted in Marriage, Organization, tagged Brooks Brothers, Closet, clothes, GoodWill, marriage, trousers on August 17, 2010 | 3 Comments »
You can tell the gentlemen at Brooks Brothers you’re interested in buying a pair of their pants, but they’ll kindly show you a selection of trousers.