Category Archives: Wayfarer’s Journal

Three Indelible Life Lessons from the Game of Baseball

Posted on June 11, 2013 by

Last Saturday morning, Wendy and I went out to the local ball diamond to watch my good friend Nathan playing Little League baseball. I grabbed my camera to capture my buddy in action. Anyone who follows my blog knows that … Continue reading →

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Memorial Day Weekend 2013

Posted on May 28, 2013 by

It was a gorgeous Memorial Day weekend at the lake with the VLs and the VWs sharing in lots of sun and fun. The weather was cool and the water a little chilly, but the sun was warm and the … Continue reading →

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The Playhouse Opens for the Summer!

Posted on May 18, 2013 by

Summers mean sun and fun on the water for Wendy and me. This is the time of year that we’re chomping at the bit for summer and the beginning of regular migration of family and friends to join us for … Continue reading →

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Snowstorm Caps a Busy Birthday Week

Posted on May 3, 2013 by

Earlier this week I shared about the birthday celebrations which began a week ago today with an overnight trip to Des Moines. I felt really celebrated this year. I took Tuesday, my birthday, off of work. And, what a day … Continue reading →

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A Weekend of Celebration

Posted on April 28, 2013 by

The past couple of years it seems that celebrations come in bunches. Last summer we celebrated Madison’s graduation from NLSW on the same day that Wendy’s sister Becky got married. This past weekend was another double billing as Wendy and … Continue reading →

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Easter 2013

Posted on April 4, 2013 by

Families tend to get into traditions. The VWs have for years celebrated Easter with a nice dinner at Grandpa Dean and Grandma Jean’s house in the early afternoon. As Wendy and I planned for Easter this year, we thought it … Continue reading →

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See ya Next Monday!

Posted on March 19, 2013 by

Wendy and I are at the Lake for a little spring break this week. We’re getting things opened up and ready for a summer full of fun, family and friends!  Having finished Genesis yesterday, I’m taking a little break from … Continue reading →

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Ugh! Digestive Assault

Posted on March 10, 2013 by

Over the past year Wendy and I have worked hard to try and change our appetites. We try to make a bit healthier choices, we don’t eat out as much, and when we sit down for a meal we try … Continue reading →

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Preparing for a Role: Keeping Focus When Siri Joins You on Stage

Posted on February 27, 2013 by

One of the things that I love about live theatre is the fact that it is, in face, “live.” Movies and television spend countless hours honing and perfecting exactly what they want you to see how they want you to … Continue reading →

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Preparing for a Role: Production Week

Posted on February 25, 2013 by

In a stage production, the final week before opening night is generally referred to as “Production Week.” It’s the home stretch when all of the various elements of the show must come together before that first performance. My previous posts … Continue reading →

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