Lord of the Castle

The Joys and Trials of Family Life

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It’s Been Such A Long Time

April 14th, 2008 · No Comments

That’s the title of an old Boston song. As I walked by the kitchen, I saw my wife lightly crying. When I inquired what was causing this, I learned that they were tears of gratitude. Why, you ask… because she was able to use a dishwasher FOR THE FIRST TIME IN OUR MARRIAGE! Man, does [...]

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Tags: Marriage

Truly Honored

April 14th, 2008 · No Comments

Yesterday, I set up the children’s beds. On the way to school this morning, both my son and my daughter separately remarked how good it was to sleep in a bed. They have been sharing an air mattress for the past 8 months. As I returned home, I reflected on what outstanding young people God [...]

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Tags: Parenting

Day Game After a Night Game

April 14th, 2008 · No Comments

I woke up this morning and my body is definitely not looking forward to another day of lifting boxes, etc. You know, I don’t remember getting this tired when we moved into our house 19 years ago! Now I understand a little better why baseball managers rest older players when they have a day game [...]

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Tags: Physical · Travel