Priceless Art by Ellie

Yes, these will be saved, if not framed for a while ...

3rd Wheel

I usually joke around that I am literally the "3rd wheel" in our little family. El is such a "daddy's girl" in all aspects. They curl up for iPod games, jump on the trampoline, and would rather hang out with him any day. But, the other night - there must have been a full moon or some other shift in the world because she wanted to hang w/ me. Yes, it was I that had to color & play board games with her. I will take more nights of "full moons."

I-40 Bound

It has seemed that I have been bound to I-40 as of recent to & from Nashville. A couple of weeks ago I had to spend a few days on business, then the very next week I spent one day touring the State Capital (with the Gibson Co Chamber Adult Leadership Program) and another evening at ...

The Opry!

To See....Carrie Underwood!

AND....
BLAKE SHELTON!!!

Jamie & I really enjoy it for a few reasons. Besides the tickets being reasonably priced compared to full concerts, The Opry offers country music fans a more laid back feeling - no matter where your seats are, you can walk right up to the stage to take a photo (they came in herds for Carrie). Also, they offer a little variety - a little old, bluegrass, and the new country stars. We both have an appreciation for true talented musicians, especially Jamie, who was born w/ a musical ear & has taught himself to play guitar. I usually recommend a trip there at least once - why not, people come from all over? In fact, this past weekend I sat next to a couple who was from Germany!