This is part two of my favorite pictures from 2011. While the first five were world photographs, this group is more personal. I either took them, or was part of their capture.
And like the last time, I’ll comment on why they matter to me.
This weekend my wife and I celebrated our 12th Anniversary. It’s simply shocking to think that I’ve been married for twelve years, and even more amazing, that my wife has been able to put up with me! We had a wonderful time away from our kids, both the furry one and the one in diapers, and had the chance to really celebrate.
We laughed a lot. In fact, it felt like two people excited to be dating. And all of this got me thinking about the changes of our last few months and the strangeness of marriage.
I’ve been around churches long enough to hear people say being a parent teaches you how God sees us. But the more I think about that the more I think it’s wrong. I say… if you wanna know how God sees us, get a Dog.
I’ve been struck by something recently.
We live in a beautiful country, with amazing things to see and road access to breathtaking parts of the outdoors. And unlike most of the rest of the world’s beauty, we’ve never had ours spoiled by bombing raids or cleared to make more paper.
Yet we’re encouraged to stay away. To avoid actually experiencing it first hand. Conservation has turned the corner and become restriction. And I’m not just talking about our most visited national parks -
The full moon happened right around my Birthday this year and it inspired me to take a midnight hike with my dog. Reading that probably sparked one of two responses in you: You think it sounds like a great idea. Or you think I’m stupid. Either way… humor me…. Click to continue »
