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will is coming
“Will is coming” is something my oldest son tells me he can’t say in front of his dog or his toddler. General mayhem ensues, with barking and excitement and leaning on the front door waiting for “Uncle Will” to arrive … Continue reading
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next generation
My daughter-in-law returned to Texas with many yards of fabric hidden in the bottom of her suitcase. I was so proud. My son had no clue why the suitcase was so heavy and why he had to borrow one of … Continue reading
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savages
My brother’s new movie, SAVAGES, is coming out July 6: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1615065/ He’ll be on the “Late Late Show” with Craig Ferguson Friday night, June 15th. I’m setting my dvr! And watch for an interview with Charlie Rose on the CBS … Continue reading
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a man’s gotta do what a man’s gotta do
Some of you know my youngest son, Sarge , is in the Army (which he loves). We’d all hoped he could join us next weekend for his sister’s wedding, but the Army had other plans for him. He’d been getting his … Continue reading
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what would virginia do?
That is the question I ask Banjo Man whenever he stomps to the phone to give his adult children advice. It brings him to a screeching halt, then he flashes me a sheepish look and says, “All right.” Our children will never … Continue reading
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one and only cruise vacation
Nineteen years ago Banjo Man and I went on a cruise. He learned how to snorkel. I didn’t. He saw fish. I didn’t. He ate two entrees at every dinner. I didn’t. He wore a baggy bathing suit. I didn’t. … Continue reading
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what will is doing
Press release from the Ben Thompson Preservation Foundation: “On April 29, Ben Thompson’s life will be recognized, honored and discussed by experts, authors and descendants for the first time in history. At least six organizations, including The Austin History Center, … Continue reading
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happy birthday, mom!
today is mom’s 86th birthday. tomorrow we’re going to the “big suburbs” for massages and lunch, but i wanted to share some of my favorite photos with you today. 1943, high school graduation, New Orleans, LA (my mother has always been … Continue reading
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if it’s spring
It’s the season. Banjo Man is car-shopping again. This time I am enabling him. Aiding and abetting. I am, surprisingly, his partner in crime. Because…I secretly (and now, not so secretly) want a van for this summer’s road trip. I … Continue reading
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