Monday, July 18, 2011
Lindsey's Day
No words to describe how beautiful you looked at the ceremony. Your gown, hair, and smile could not have been prettier. You would have been featured on a magazine front cover. These are the moments you wait for in your life to happen. Very seldom do they exceed your expectations. Mom and I could not be happier and proud of you. Your journey has just begun, but what a great start. Thanks for all the planning, Dads' remaim clueless over these matters. You realize women are the planners and orgainizers. Everyone at the wedding had a great time without complaints, other than a hang over from Ashley. Your photos will remind you in coming years just what a great wedding you had. Time flies by now its time to take care of a husband & son. I am so happy for you, Jeremey & Max.
Friday, June 17, 2011
2011 Father's Day
Hi Lindsey, Kristen, Caitlin and Tyler.
Zen has been quiet with little thought;however, father's day is approaching. I had a discussion today with friends about spanking kids. I made the statement that I never had to spank or even had to dicipline you kids. How can you kids be so different from other kids and never cause grief. This does not mean that you did not fight with each other or have bad hair days. Yes car wrecks, traffic tickets, quicky piercings,disappearing liquer. And yes even hidden tattos that Dad is not sure where hidden. You don't know of real problems till you talk to others about their kid problems. It is amazing to me how all 4 of y'all turned out to be such complete all-around great indivduals. This is shocking as you realize that your Dad is just another confused dude searching for answers and directions down the river path. And you continue to ask me for advise. I enjoy speaking to others about each one of you because it is so easy to brag on you. If I never achieve anything else in my life time I know I was most succesful in having the 4 greatest kids possible!
Love Dad
Zen has been quiet with little thought;however, father's day is approaching. I had a discussion today with friends about spanking kids. I made the statement that I never had to spank or even had to dicipline you kids. How can you kids be so different from other kids and never cause grief. This does not mean that you did not fight with each other or have bad hair days. Yes car wrecks, traffic tickets, quicky piercings,disappearing liquer. And yes even hidden tattos that Dad is not sure where hidden. You don't know of real problems till you talk to others about their kid problems. It is amazing to me how all 4 of y'all turned out to be such complete all-around great indivduals. This is shocking as you realize that your Dad is just another confused dude searching for answers and directions down the river path. And you continue to ask me for advise. I enjoy speaking to others about each one of you because it is so easy to brag on you. If I never achieve anything else in my life time I know I was most succesful in having the 4 greatest kids possible!
Love Dad
Tuesday, August 10, 2010
Birthday's Zen (Lindsey & Caitlin)
I have been missing my Zen. Too much static. I finaly found a peaceful ZEN moment meditating/reflecting after my family's birthday gathering. As we transition from our house and many possessions I continue to remind myself that my family and memories are my only true treasures.
I reflect on my oldest and youngest daughter today. Lindsey now 30 years. She came in a storm and open the blue sky's for us. Our family change over night from a family of 2 to three. Young parents with no or little knowledge of parenthood. I remember being my goofy self and playing with Lindsey & her toys on the floor in our first house on Goodhue. Lindsey was the only toddler at Goodhue and then became a big sister there. I loved to change her sinky cloth daipers. Our Goodhue house cost $22,000 but it was great for us. I made my first big RE commission and paided cash for my Supra. I am still upset with myself when Lindsey hurt her lip on the dashboard of the Supra and cried because the seatbelt did not hold her well. The Supra traveled with Lindsey and followed her all the way to her HS days. I was so excited to take Lindsey to her first movie by myself "The Never Ending Story". What an approrpriate name! I loved to see Lindsey strut herself with the dance teams during HS. Lindsey's face all done up in makeup! I was excited but unsure what to do the first time a boy came to the door for a date with Lindsey. You hope every guy can be that dream. But in life it usually takes time. And then time flys bye and she becomes a professional/30. Today I appreciate and cherish the time we sweat togoether in yoga class. There are not many children today that would let their dad hang out with them in a public group in mini shorts. I cannot forget Shiner (Lindsey's partner) who travels in our family journey and attempts to wag his happy tail.
My yougest daughter Caitlin now 25. My favorite memory of her is us sitting together on the fireplace at Encino Park. She was between 3-4 years old, giving me hugs. It was a moment I will never forget. Caitlin became a fish early on loving to swim. Caitlin's smile and laughter is what brings joy to me. When young wearing her cute bathing suit with her puffy hair. Her manner school training and obessions to going to bed at required times and naming her food. I will never forget the fun we both had with me coaching the Bluebonnets. Caitlin and I are similar in that we like to relfect and try to analyze life. We both "go with the flow' down the winding river running into rocks, but maintain the optimistic outlook. Caitlin constantly exceeds my expectations. She has made a home all by her self in another town, grow into a beautiful woman, and also has become a professional. Caitlin you have accomplished so much being young, you have just started your journey.
The movie "The Never Ending Story" continues for all of our family. Tyler leaves his only home to start a new journey. Kristen prepares to expand her family. Mom & I continue down our new path. Lindsey open's doors for new others. Caitlin expands her "Flow". I smile , laugh and shead a few tears along the way but I embrace the memories our family have enjoyed together and look forward to all of our never ending stories. I appreciate my Zen moment. Note! I barfed all night after our family brunch together. Guess I needed to clense myself for the Zen moment.
I reflect on my oldest and youngest daughter today. Lindsey now 30 years. She came in a storm and open the blue sky's for us. Our family change over night from a family of 2 to three. Young parents with no or little knowledge of parenthood. I remember being my goofy self and playing with Lindsey & her toys on the floor in our first house on Goodhue. Lindsey was the only toddler at Goodhue and then became a big sister there. I loved to change her sinky cloth daipers. Our Goodhue house cost $22,000 but it was great for us. I made my first big RE commission and paided cash for my Supra. I am still upset with myself when Lindsey hurt her lip on the dashboard of the Supra and cried because the seatbelt did not hold her well. The Supra traveled with Lindsey and followed her all the way to her HS days. I was so excited to take Lindsey to her first movie by myself "The Never Ending Story". What an approrpriate name! I loved to see Lindsey strut herself with the dance teams during HS. Lindsey's face all done up in makeup! I was excited but unsure what to do the first time a boy came to the door for a date with Lindsey. You hope every guy can be that dream. But in life it usually takes time. And then time flys bye and she becomes a professional/30. Today I appreciate and cherish the time we sweat togoether in yoga class. There are not many children today that would let their dad hang out with them in a public group in mini shorts. I cannot forget Shiner (Lindsey's partner) who travels in our family journey and attempts to wag his happy tail.
My yougest daughter Caitlin now 25. My favorite memory of her is us sitting together on the fireplace at Encino Park. She was between 3-4 years old, giving me hugs. It was a moment I will never forget. Caitlin became a fish early on loving to swim. Caitlin's smile and laughter is what brings joy to me. When young wearing her cute bathing suit with her puffy hair. Her manner school training and obessions to going to bed at required times and naming her food. I will never forget the fun we both had with me coaching the Bluebonnets. Caitlin and I are similar in that we like to relfect and try to analyze life. We both "go with the flow' down the winding river running into rocks, but maintain the optimistic outlook. Caitlin constantly exceeds my expectations. She has made a home all by her self in another town, grow into a beautiful woman, and also has become a professional. Caitlin you have accomplished so much being young, you have just started your journey.
The movie "The Never Ending Story" continues for all of our family. Tyler leaves his only home to start a new journey. Kristen prepares to expand her family. Mom & I continue down our new path. Lindsey open's doors for new others. Caitlin expands her "Flow". I smile , laugh and shead a few tears along the way but I embrace the memories our family have enjoyed together and look forward to all of our never ending stories. I appreciate my Zen moment. Note! I barfed all night after our family brunch together. Guess I needed to clense myself for the Zen moment.
Wednesday, March 24, 2010
Re-Hab Zen Clinic
As you know I had to enter my Re-Hab Zen Clinic due to being exposed to Facebook. I need to clear my mind. I believe I shall re-enter in the near future. Reading Tyler's comments below only enlighten me more! He is more in tuned while I search for clarity. My life is very rich having such a great family!
Sunday, March 21, 2010
Happy Hour-Lake & Leaves
Saturday Susie and I had a good time with Jeff at Happy Hour at the Roaring Fork in Austin overlooking a lake. During our Happy hour I continued to gaze over at the lake and ponder about which way the leaves would float. With gusty winds and waves it was unclear to me of their direction. I pose the question: Were the leaves driven by the winds with a predetermined destiny or do they float with the current choosing their own path?
Thursday, March 18, 2010
Reflection Moment
Last night I took my meditation walk with my ipod. I needed to let out my frustrations regarding facebook and the thought of moving. I was blaming facebook and family for creating stress on me. I realized dealing with facebook was not a problem and no fault of my kids, but my own issue with it. Often I create a problem because of my lack of knowledge revolving around new technology or some optional directions and open doors in my life. Terming an issue as a problem is my mistake. With all these open doors taking place I need to focus them as opportunities and adventures. I am trying acknowledge my faults and make improvements.
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