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Easter Camping

For dinner, we made what the kids call “hobos” – meat and veggie foil packs cooked over the fire. What is nice about this meal is that everyone can make their own supper just how they like it.

Bobby/Allen: Why I Love Racing

All of it is a symphony for the senses.

10 Things NOT to do on a Family Trip

We just got back from a week in Florida. Traveling with a large family has some unique challenges. I’ve learned a few things along the way. Enjoy this list of 10 things NOT to do on a family vacation. We may or may not have learned these the hard way! Expect everything to be awesome.Continue reading “10 Things NOT to do on a Family Trip”

A Day in the Life: Bill, Part 1

Rain begins. Rain delays mean minimal work (we do have to cover the cars and get any equipment moved that needs moved). Rain delays do mean eating a LOT of snacks (hauler snack drawers notoriously get emptied out during rain delays, my favorite snacks are the Swiss Rolls) and having conversations about things that are dumb, NSFW, and mostly unimportant.

Introducing Alex

Hi, I’m Alex. I’m the creative person in this house…

Introducing Allen

I’m in 6th grade band and play the sax. I love games and like to read.

Introducing Elaina

I’m in 6th grade and I am really looking forward to trying out for the school volleyball team.

Introducing Allison

I love shopping! But I hate spending money. I like to go to Dover and M&M Tack Shop and spend money on all horsey things. I don’t like to buy things for myself – unless it’s food! I looooovvvveee eating ice cream!!!

Introducing Ajay

Other things that make life enjoyable for Ajay? Pokemon, fanfiction, anything Hufflepuff, Disney movies and music, pajamas, hot chocolate, and Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups.

Introducing Bill

I’ve been blessed beyond measure in many areas of my life. I’ve been able to make a living and work in an industry that I dreamed of being a part of since I was a little kid. I am a Dad to seven great kids (and to be honest, I never saw myself having more than three or four, tops).