Random Musings #18

One of our yearly family traditions is visiting one of two corn mazes in our area in the fall. In our busyness this year, we almost missed out as we found out yesterday that today was the last day that the closer one was open for the season. We also noticed that the weather today,… Continue reading Random Musings #18

Thirty-Five: My Heart (and Belly) Full: Solo-Dadding the BBQ Fest Unknown

A Texas dad tests his own advice—don’t let fear stop family adventures—by taking his four oldest kids solo to the Texas Monthly BBQ Fest in Lockhart. What follows is a smoky, joyful day of ribs, brisket jam, free Coke, and kid quotes (“Daddy, stop eating my pork rinds!”), proving that even in crowds and chaos, the memories (and leftovers) are worth it. *My heart is as full as my belly.*