To Jason:

I wouldn't normally post a picture like this. This is a picture of Kelley and our neighbor, Jason.

Last weekend, this is exactly what Jason said to life. You see...our friend...Jason, shot himself in the head.

To Jason:
Thank you for all of the funny crazy stories! Thank you for always bringing us a plate when you cooked something special or BBQ'd! Thank you for sharing your beer, your cigarettes, and your silly smile! Most of all, Jason, thank you for sharing yourself! You had such a beautiful heart!

I am sorry that life didn't deal you a good hand. I wish you could have seen a way to play it differently. But, know that we feel blessed to have shared a small piece of it with you.

May you rest in peace!

Funny Face

Picture January 2009

For some reason the New Year gave way to alot of thought as to what I expect in 2009. I considered not blogging for awhile, considered what I want to accomplish personally, and considered what I want to accomplish on the job. Lacy has started the year with her "word." I have chosen this year to be the one where I listen more and talk less. So, I chose the word "Silence." No, this doesn't mean that I will never talk. What I hope to accomplish is practicing the art of choosing my words carefully. If I can't say it right, nicely, or without hurting others, my goal is to keep silent.

Along with this theme, I will take a break from words in my blog. January will be a blog of pictures. No words to describe them. No commentary on what was taking place. Just pictures. Perhaps, my all of 4 or 5 blog readers will enjoy them. (Wink, wink.. love you family) Either way, I am anxious to see what I can capture on digital this month.

Talk to ya in February! :-)