This is a touching story of an exceptional woman. Edith Macefield, 1921-2008: Ballard woman held her ground as change closed in around her Edith Macefield died at home, just the way she wanted. The Ballard woman who captured hearts and admirers around the world when she stubbornly turned down $1 […]
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Not because we took a vacation but because we were thinking of and praying for our friends in NOLA. My wife, as you know, continues to telecommute as a media consultant for the Episcopal Diocese of LA and she was busy all last week and through the storm coordinating media […]
I guess we were influenced by my native Texan father, because we mostly said “coke” (and never “pop”).
As most of you know, my wife and I lived in the New Orleans area for 9 years and were there during and after Katrina. My wife still works as a media consultant for the Episcopal Diocese of Louisiana and has been very busy this week, helping them work through […]
But it is behind me now. Last week we had our three day orientation for new Scholars. It is a fun, fun time, but leaves very little time for anything else, like blogging. One of the highlights for me (and I hope the students) is “Late Night With the Dean” […]
I don’t know what Elizabeth did to deserve this purgetory, but I am so thankful that God sent her my way (or me to her). Today we have celebrate 15 years of wedded bliss. She is my best friend and lover and beyond all my prayers and hopes. Thank you […]
Growing up our family was very involved in the Montgomery Country (MD) Fair. Our folks still are active, but obviously my brother and I have moved and have little time to go and visit. Now that we are back in the area I have the chance to go! Since the […]
My wife persuaded me to take a new Facebook app personality test called “Personality Patterns.” It turns out it is very similar to the “Strength Finder 2.0” tool that we used with our staff. The results are similar too. Anyone who knows me think this is unexpected or out of […]