We haven’t lived in Austin, or even in Texas for that matter, for almost 16 years now, but for my birthday, Robert planned for us to be “locals” again ~ which was really fun. First on the list was getting up at 6:30am and driving into town in order to have an early morning run… Read More Texas, Texas ~ Yee Haw! (Part 3: My Birthday)
Well, we said goodbye to Grammie and Paw Paw last Wednesday morning and headed east to see more grandparents, cousins, and aunts in Bellville, TX. This was about a 3 hour trip on I-10 and is simply not complete without a stop here: They say that Buc-ee’s is a business built on bathrooms, and the… Read More Texas, Texas ~ Yee Haw! (Part 2: Jerky, Trucks, Mules, Cows, Guns, and Grandparents)
After eating Mexican food, and then being offered more Mexican food in the Wal-Mart parking lot, we headed to my dad’s house. The next day, my brother arrived from California. Once we were all gathered, we packed Friday with lots of activity. First on the agenda was a UT Men’s basketball game at the Frank… Read More Texas, Texas ~ Yee Haw! (Part 1: The Land of Extremes)
Well, we made it to Texas with no trouble at all ~ even though we had to go through Newark, New Jersey. They were STILL clearing snow from the runways and tarmacs there, and we were surrounded by a lot of disgruntled, delayed, and “bumped” travelers, but fortunately we were not included in that group. … Read More The Eagle Has Landed…in Tamale Country
“Wow, Mel. That’s not normal, you know. And I mean that in the best way possible.” my sister said as I described the gifts I received on Christmas day from my loving husband. After we talked about her Christmas morning with her kiddos and then ours, and what everyone had received this year, she asked… Read More My Gifts: A Ring and A Prayer (and a book)
There were so many blessings and things to be thankful for this Christmas. It seems that every year I’m thanking the Lord again for His provision for us in so many ways during the holidays. This Christmas was no different, of course. I’m sure no one remembers this. Actually, I didn’t even remember until… Read More It Was Merry & Bright Alright…and Almost White
There are a few places I love to visit at Christmastime. My sister and I even shared a moment of giddiness on this subject on the phone the other day when I called her in Austin, Texas and asked her what she was doing… “Shopping at Whole Foods,” she replied. “Oh ~ how fun!” I… Read More New York Nostalgia & A Good Idea
A midnight race through Central Park to ring in the brand new year; a Texas 40th birthday party with folks Mel holds so dear. Back home to lots of baseball games~ spring, summer, and how does “fall ball” sound? Kory managed to make his favorite sport last the whole year round. We even saw our… Read More Merry Christmas From the Krum Fam!
She’s been wanting to try a new haircut for a while ~ nothing too short, but a trim and maybe some bangs. (I was pretty worried about the bangs idea, because she’s so used to tucking it all behind her ears and having it completely out of the way!) Kayla’s first ever haircut was only… Read More Shear Joy!
After Gabriel tells Mary that she will soon give birth to the Son of God, he also mentions, as extra confirmation, that her cousin Elizabeth is expecting a baby in her old age. Mary receives the news, believes, and then goes immediately to Elizabeth’s house. Upon arrival she hears these wonderfully, welcoming words from Elizabeth:… Read More And Blessed is She Who Believed…