Well, it has arrived—this year marks our first as "Empty Nesters." As the holiday season approaches, we feel that familiar, gentle ache. Our amazing kids have built wonderful families and lives of their own, and this year, their holiday plans are beautifully centered around them. And though we know this is the natural order of things, it’s also a little heartbreaking. We … [Read more...] about Embracing the Empty Nest: A New Chapter
General Stuff
De-Evolution of Humanity
EDITORIAL I’m convinced humanity officially began its backwards slide the day some world-class moron waltzed into McDonald’s, bought a cup of hot coffee, spilled it all over her crotch, and then sued because—shockingly—it was hot. And in the plot twist nobody needed, she actually won. That was the moment common sense wasn’t just dead—it was cremated, and the ashes were dumped … [Read more...] about De-Evolution of Humanity
My Thoughts on MSC Cruise Lines
While the MSC Seashore offers a visually impressive ship and a variety of amenities, we found the level of customer service from the crew to be underwhelming. Overall interaction with passengers was minimal, and the staff did not demonstrate the proactive approach we've experienced with other cruise lines. For example, on past cruises, our stateroom attendants typically … [Read more...] about My Thoughts on MSC Cruise Lines
Awesome Farm to Table Proteins and Vegetables!
We just received our first delivery from Southern Foods at Home, and we couldn’t be more impressed! From start to finish, the entire experience has been exceptional. The quality and variety of the food selections are outstanding, and the delivery team went above and beyond—even setting up the commercial-grade freezer for us. If you're looking for a model of excellent … [Read more...] about Awesome Farm to Table Proteins and Vegetables!
Not all heroes wear capes…
Or badges and uniforms. Some wear Carhartts, work boots, and hard hats. They may not have time to eat properly, arrive unshaven and disheveled, and sometimes carry a certain odor from long hours of work. They come from out of town and invade our community like an army of misfits, wielding chainsaws, hand tools, bucket trucks, cranes, and electrical equipment. We don’t know … [Read more...] about Not all heroes wear capes…