Sunday, September 28, 2014
The Weiss Era Ends at KU
It has been a bad couple of years... even by Jayhawk standards! I read that one of their targets is Georgia Tech's Paul Johnson!
Saturday, September 27, 2014
Sunday, September 21, 2014
Soccer Season is Upon Us!
Jack has joined the Angry Birds soccer team this year. Here are a few snaps.
Friday, September 19, 2014
Wednesday, September 17, 2014
Thursday, September 11, 2014
The Return of the Chocodile
Wal-mart featured the Hostess Chocodile earlier this month! I was tempted but ultimately able to resist the urge to try a box!
Tuesday, September 09, 2014
Saturday, September 06, 2014
Best of Nebraska Vol. 1
Here are some of the long-awaited best snaps from our Nebraska trip!
The cousins are both shooting the baby very similar looks! Why the crying little buddy?
The cousins are both shooting the baby very similar looks! Why the crying little buddy?
Friday, September 05, 2014
Tuesday, September 02, 2014
Here's a Great Little Story
THE MAYONNAISE JAR
When things in your life seem almost too much to handle, when 24 hours in a day is not enough, remember the mayonnaise jar and two cups of coffee.
A professor stood before his philosophy class and had some items in front of him.
When the class began, wordlessly, he picked up a very large and empty mayonnaise jar and fills it with golf balls.
He then asked the students if the jar was full. They agreed that it was.
The professor then picked up a box of pebbles and poured it into the jar. He shook the jar lightly. The pebbles rolled into the open areas between the golf balls.
He then asked the students again if the jar was full. They agreed it was.
The professor next picked up a box of sand and poured it into the jar. Of course, the sand filled up everything else.
He asked once more if the jar was full. The students responded with a unanimous “YES”.
The professor then produced two cups of coffee from under the table and poured the entire contents into the jar, effectively filling the empty space between the sand. The students laughed.
“Now,” said the professor, as the laughter subsided, “I want you to recognize that this jar represents your life. The golf balls are the important things - God, family,
children, health, friends, and favorite passions. Things, that if everything else was lost and only they remained, your life would still be full. The pebbles are the things that matter like your job, house, and car. The sand is everything else -- the small stuff.” he said.
“If you put the sand into the jar first,” he continued, “There is no room for the pebbles or the golf balls. The same goes for life. If you spend all your time and energy on the small stuff, you will never have room for the things that are
important to you...” he told them.
“So... pay attention to the things that are critical to your happiness. Worship with your family. Play with your children. Take your partner out to dinner. Spend time with good friends. There will always be time to clean the house and fix the dripping tap. Take care of the golf balls first -- the things that really matter. Set your priorities. The rest is just sand.”
One of the students raised her hand and inquired what the coffee represented.
The professor smiled and said, “I'm glad you asked. It just goes to show you that no matter how full your life may seem, there's always room for a couple of cups of coffee with a friend.”
When things in your life seem almost too much to handle, when 24 hours in a day is not enough, remember the mayonnaise jar and two cups of coffee.
A professor stood before his philosophy class and had some items in front of him.
When the class began, wordlessly, he picked up a very large and empty mayonnaise jar and fills it with golf balls.
He then asked the students if the jar was full. They agreed that it was.
The professor then picked up a box of pebbles and poured it into the jar. He shook the jar lightly. The pebbles rolled into the open areas between the golf balls.
He then asked the students again if the jar was full. They agreed it was.
The professor next picked up a box of sand and poured it into the jar. Of course, the sand filled up everything else.
He asked once more if the jar was full. The students responded with a unanimous “YES”.
The professor then produced two cups of coffee from under the table and poured the entire contents into the jar, effectively filling the empty space between the sand. The students laughed.
“Now,” said the professor, as the laughter subsided, “I want you to recognize that this jar represents your life. The golf balls are the important things - God, family,
children, health, friends, and favorite passions. Things, that if everything else was lost and only they remained, your life would still be full. The pebbles are the things that matter like your job, house, and car. The sand is everything else -- the small stuff.” he said.
“If you put the sand into the jar first,” he continued, “There is no room for the pebbles or the golf balls. The same goes for life. If you spend all your time and energy on the small stuff, you will never have room for the things that are
important to you...” he told them.
“So... pay attention to the things that are critical to your happiness. Worship with your family. Play with your children. Take your partner out to dinner. Spend time with good friends. There will always be time to clean the house and fix the dripping tap. Take care of the golf balls first -- the things that really matter. Set your priorities. The rest is just sand.”
One of the students raised her hand and inquired what the coffee represented.
The professor smiled and said, “I'm glad you asked. It just goes to show you that no matter how full your life may seem, there's always room for a couple of cups of coffee with a friend.”
Sunday, August 31, 2014
Who's In? Georgia Tech, Nebraska and Arkansas all Featured!
In the pretty cool ESPN commercial advertising the new play-off GT, Nebraska and Arkansas were all featured. Arkansas and Georgia Tech seem to be much cooler than the bouncing on his had 'lil red Farmer but something is better than nothing I guess!
Thursday, August 28, 2014
A Bird Takes a Ride
We were fascinated by this dove the kept riding the gate by sitting on it. Normally, these guys are scaredy birds but this guy wouldn't fly away. We actually went through a 2nd time so we could capture it on video!
Monday, August 25, 2014
A "Capitol" View
In our last hours of our time in Nebraska we went up to the top of the capitol building. Commonly referred to as the "penus on the prairie", the Nebraska State Capitol is by far the tallest building in Lincoln and offers commanding views of the city.
Saturday, August 23, 2014
Jack's Homework Station
Jack's homework for his first full week of school was to create his own "homework place"
Mission Accomplished. With the exception of a little desk lamp which he still needs!
Wednesday, August 20, 2014
Saturday, August 16, 2014
Birthday Report and a Pizza Star
It will go nicely with another walker he received from his Aunt Anne!
In other news, I made the moon and star pizza last night to celebrate the end of the first week of school for them!
Friday, August 15, 2014
Yogurt or Pasta...another Lost Video Emerges
Elle makes it very clear...over and over which she prefers! Here taste is good... that pre-packaged pre-made pasta for babies is not very good.
Tuesday, August 12, 2014
Waning Days of Summer Hodgepodge
Waffles with Vermont's finest syrup. Grade B!
Zoomed Supermoon shot from the grainy digital zoom of the iPhone!
Friday, August 08, 2014
Washing the South side of Northern Facing Cattle!
Tuesday, August 05, 2014
Motorcycle Smash And Crash - A Short Movie!
Jack and Bill produced a short movie during our visit. Motorcycle Smash & Crash. There was an admission price to get in (as you would expect with Jack involved!) The premier sold out and here it is presented for free!
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