Too Short

Too Short

I did not get to have a mother-in-law around for very long. I know there are tons of jokes (and non-jokes) about relationships with in-laws. Some might say it isn’t…
Life Partner

Life Partner

There are so many ways to go through life. By now I am convinced that life is more fun when you’re doing it with someone.I often find myself surprised by…
Married Men Live Longer

Married Men Live Longer

I've heard it said that 1) married men live longer than their single counterparts and 2) married women die sooner because of their husbands. It makes sense, I suppose. I…
Indonesia

Indonesia

One thing that we both love doing is traveling. Admittedly, this can be a challenge due to our work schedules. Short weekend trips are do-able depending on the month. Anything…
Valentine’s Day 2015

Valentine’s Day 2015

I have never considered Valentine's Day to be a holiday -- ever. My wife, on the other hand, considers it to be a holiday. While we were dating, on our…
Time Flies – One Year Down

Time Flies – One Year Down

I know it is an overused phrase. But time really does fly. Sometimes I wish I could press "pause." Even though we have just barely passed our 1 Year Wedding…
I’m Still Up

I’m Still Up

Its 12:13 AM on February 1, 2014 here. I’m still up. I should probably get to bed. I still need to pack for the honeymoon. Later today, in the afternoon,…
Turning a House Into a Home

Turning a House Into a Home

Allison and I were able to spend most of this past weekend together. It was good. Most importantly, we were able to spend Sabbath together. The past few weeeks have…
19 Days

19 Days

Excuse the countdown. And perhaps I may have to ask that you also excuse my excitement. Everyone — well maybe not everyone — seems to be asking me if I’m nervous. Is…
Impromptu Date Night

Impromptu Date Night

Tonight I took Allison to the Mission Inn Festival of Lights. The evening didn't start out that way, though. She was scheduled to work a normal 12-hour shift at the…