Life is short. I’ve been increasingly reminded of this reality over the last decade. People say things like “make the most of your time.” I’ll add another piece. Life is too short to not tell your family and friends three of the most powerful words on the planet: I love you. Continue reading Life Is Short
I’ve followed Joni Eareckson Tada’s ministry for several years, but this was the first time I was able to participate as a volunteer or STM (Short Term Missionary). [If you don’t know Joni’s story, you can read a brief bio … Continue reading How Joni and Friends Family Retreat Changed My Life
25 years ago I took my first breath. Suddenly I had an infinitely greater amount of space to stretch without getting kicked in the head. As great as that sounds, I was now alone. An Eskimo flying solo. Or so it seemed. One minute elapsed. 380 finally made his appearance. Move over, MMMBop. Boy bands are SO 90s. Duos are timeless. I could write a whole bunch about our years of growing up together, but I’ll try to keep this post short. 3 reasons why you will always be my number one best friend: 1. You are the reason why … Continue reading from your first breath
God bless America…& Texas! I’m so thankful for our rich history and the sacrifice of the many men & women who have died to make us free. Family, Friends, Faith, Food, Fitness, and Fireworks: this day couldn’t get any better. 🙂 Continue reading oh happy day!
So, I had a change of plans. I decided to postpone my running until EARLY tomorrow morning (SO incredibly rare for me since I’m a night/midnight runner at heart.) I would rather not be attacked or kidnapped on the poorly lit (due to nightfall) 4.5 mile track between the hotel, river, and downtown. (Some of you follow me on Twitter & Facebook, so you should recognize the kidnapping reference from earlier…yeah….) This wicked cool photo safari happened due to a wrong turn. Seriously. This is yet another time where I am amazed at God’s providence, even in the “little” things. … Continue reading come on, baby! photo safari! (Austin style…meaning weird)
Mack & Chelsea, of McGowan Images, grace my blog once again with their model presence. Remember Johnny & June? My ROCKSTARS are back! This time they brought their offspring (also ROCKSTARS, as seen here)…and the family fluffy pet, Gertie! Of course, I basically had the time of my life. Any time spent with McG is well spent. I love them to pieces! We Wish You A Merry Christmas! A very Merry (Flame Retardant) McG Christmas to y’all! Thank you, Mack & Chelsea, for sharing a December Saturday morning with me. Y’all mean the world to me – great mentors & … Continue reading McG Family Christmas Portraits
J. Michael Hansen 