John Mayer Challenge
We had this challenge thrown down during our latest road trip to Idaho. We, as a van full of adults, failed miserably.  Maybe you’ll have more luck.  We came to the conclusion that it’s impossible to count the number of times that John Mayer says the word, "Say" in in song Say. Well, maybe not impossible, but pretty darn hard.  So are you up for the impossible Mayer Challenge? Listen to the song and count how many times he says "Say".  Try your luck, it’s not as easy as it seems…  

On the Road to Big Kidness
  Tristen (aka "the Tink") has finally graduated from the high chair and has now joined the rest of the family sitting at the table for meals. It’s a big step for a little girl…

Pics From Whitewater Rescue Training
  It was a great few days of training that was capped off with a run down the South Fork of the Payette River. Good times in Idaho.  And all was said and done… I’m official (until I have to recertify in 3 years). 

Are You A Merciful Person?
ARE YOU a MERCIFUL PERSON? -by David Wilkerson Great are thy tender mercies, O Lord" (Psalm 119:156). "The Lord is gracious and full of compassion; slow to anger, and of great mercy. The Lord is good to all; and his tender mercies are over all his works" (145:8-9, my italics). I want to ask you a question I’ve been asking myself lately: Are you a merciful person? Most of us would answer, "I think I am merciful. To the best of my ability, I sympathize with those who suffer. I feel the pain of my hur

Meaningless Monday Question
If you were trapped on a deserted island and could only have 5 items with you, what would they be (and why)?