My LEGO Masterpiece

LEGO Christmas tree

I saw this online and had to have it. Some of y’all might think I’m obsessed with LEGOs. I can’t imagine why you’d think that … What’s the coolest thing you’ve ever built with LEGOs?

Holiday Challenge: Say the Unsaid

family photo

For the past few years, I’ve made a complete Thanksgiving dinner at our house before we celebrate with extended family. It’s the one time each year we get out the china, silver and Waterford crystal and eat by candlelight in the dining room. It takes all day to prepare the turkey, dressing, side dishes and [...]

Black Friday: Who’s Buying What and Where?

Black Friday shopping

Here’s an interesting infographic about Black Friday shopping. Is it me or is it just nuts to get up at 3:00 – 4:00 a.m. to go Christmas shopping? On the other hand, I’ve spent a total of 24 hours camping out for the original iPhone and the iPad2, so I suppose I shouldn’t comment. I’m [...]

From First Steps to 26th Mile

Elizabeth with her marathon medal

Race Update Elizabeth finished the Atlanta Marathon with an unofficial (as of now) time of 4:40. She’s exhausted and hurting all over and on her way back to Memphis. Congratulations, sweetheart, we’re so happy for you! Here’s what she had to say about it on Twitter. LOVED IT. Great feeling to finish. Marathons are awesome. [...]

The Louisville Slugger Museum and Why Pujols Makes Bank

Hank Aaron's 700th home run bat

I’m not much of a museum person. But this one is different. It’s a baseball museum. Precisely, the Louisville Slugger Museum and Factory. For $10, you get to see the museum and take a tour of the factory where the famous Louisville Slugger bats are made. If you’ve ever played softball or baseball, chances are [...]