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February 2026

  • You Never Really Know

    I almost never accept friend requests on Snapchat from strangers, but I use it regularly because my closest friends and I have very long snap streaks, and it’s just fun! Occasionally I’ll accept a friend request, and if the person talks to me with respect, I’ll chat with them and see how it goes. Well… Read more

  • New Lungs, New Life

    In early 2016, two neighbor ladies showed up at my door because their son was friends with one of my kids. I had no idea that within just a couple of months, one of those women would become my best friend. Amber and her wife were so much fun to be around. I hadn’t really… Read more

  • A Small Victory!

    Today I gained a small victory. I call it small, but honestly, it feels huge to me — and for Felix. For the first time, Felix let me cut his hair with no tears. When Felix was one, he had his first haircut at a traditional kids’ salon with scissors and clippers. He did great,… Read more

  • Diverse, Not Divided

    I like my America seasoned. Spicy, even. Why water it down? Why dull it? Make it flavorful. Make it robust. I like my America diverse, not divided. I want an endless array of accents crackling and time honored traditions. Why shouldn’t you be proud of who you are and where you’re from?? I like my… Read more

  • Grandpa & Grandma

    Jarrod’s daughter Zoey and her boyfriend Christian welcomed their beautiful daughter into the world on February 3rd! Jaylynn Morgan was 8 lbs 5 oz and 20 inches long, and born at 9:05 AM. Jarrod, Felix and I went to meet her yesterday, now that everyone is home from the hospital, healthy and comfortable. When Zoey… Read more