Monthly Archives: May 2002

I’d like to be an activist, but politics is so serious and depressing. I’d like to start a group of artistic activists — performance and visual artists who would use their talents to have fun and promote awareness and appreciation … Continue reading →

It all worked out for once. I was able to find babysitting at the last moment (Thanks Allison!). We had a way to get Girlzilla home from swim practice (thanks Cindy!). And our evening calendar was otherwise clear. So we … Continue reading →

We had a good Memorial Day. We had the TV on all day, which is not at all like us, watching the Trading Spaces Memorial Day Marathon on TLC. We love that show. I love to see the transformations of … Continue reading →

I’ve submitted myself to another ring: ChristBlogs. I’m formally identifying myself on the web as a Christian and I’m willing to accept the consequences. I am now officially at odds with a lot of people out on the web today, … Continue reading →

Mom and Dad are sweeping down from the plains of Oklamhoma to stay with us for the Memorial Day weekend. Looking forward to seeing them. I don’t have much planned, so I hope they don’t expect any formal agenda. I … Continue reading →

Here’s someplace I want to hit this Summer: Hyde Park Miniature Museum March 24 – November 2002 Brazos Projects 2425 Bissonnet Free We are delighted to once again be able to view this remarkable collection. Brazos Projects, the non-profit space … Continue reading →

Here’s a link index of the online poems of our current poet laureate, Billy Collins. A fine public service from the folks at Bigsnap. Here’s a good one: Child DevelopmentAs sure as prehistoric fish grew legsand sauntered off the beaches … Continue reading →

Okay, I decided to end my web hermit existence and make my little site here available to more than the three people I’ve told about it. I have been blog-journaling for about two years with all of three infrequent readers, … Continue reading →

A nice mid-week theology source: God, Humanity, and the Cosmos. I think I may be some sort of neo-neo-Thomist The Meta Library is a great source of ponderous prose for those days when you’re in the mood for some heavy … Continue reading →

Another reason to be a fan of Margaret Barry a.k.a Mighty Girl is her latest article on sophisticated drinking. I’d always pictured myself teaching my daughter to drink properly, once she comes of age of course. If she’s going to … Continue reading →

Oooh, I found some good papier mache recipes. Can you tell I’m starting to think about summer crafts?

I’m such a geek, but I used to love these two things, Math and Origami. Brings back memories –I haven’t done origami in years. Maybe Girlzilla and I can do some this summer.

I was away all weekend with my wife giving an engaged encounter weekend. Heidi and I enjoyed having time to sit and talk about us, our dreams, our life. With a household like ours, time for more intimate, deeper communication … Continue reading →

It was Geek Pride Day at the movies yesterday — Attack of the Clones opened. We were there for the 11:00 a.m. showing at the neighborhood metroplex. Geeks were out in force, badges tucked discreetly away, various e-gadgets set to … Continue reading →

I got home yesterday and the house was empty. Okay, I’ll admit I kind of timed it that way so that I’d have a bit of a nap before the family descended from swim practice. Well, I got a call … Continue reading →