The Lesser of Two Evils Yes, it true. I’m in a bit of a snit lately. I’m sure you’ve noticed. That is, unless you’re my wife. I suppose this past week was a prime example of how I redirect my sadness into anger. I’m way more productive angry than down in the dumps. I wonder […]
Michael & Son to the Rescue
Hot Water Tank Tanks Yesterday morning Sue came down and said she was not getting any hot water for her bath. I went down to the basement to check the hot water tank. Well, I was about ten feet away from it when my socks got soaking wet. It was clear, even without looking closely, […]
Who Can Blame Me?
Know Your Audience It has always struck me as odd that members of the Vantrease and May group would post comments on this blog. Other than perhaps inciting a reaction, what is the purpose. They’re playing to the wrong audience. Just as it would not be wise to go to the Apollo and make racist […]
Prior Night was Rough
Monday Night Monday was just a tough day, all around. Kari and I departed (with Bryan Tiplady driving, thank goodness) just after 8:00 AM. We arrived sometime before noon. The court deputies took us to a secure parking location and escorted us into a private room in the courthouse to wait. As more of Ryan’s […]
Austin Vantrease Request: Denied
Most commented article ever. Vantrease Family Gets Scorn of Judge. Before a single bit of information was given on the reconsideration of Austin Vantrease’s sentence, the Judge had a few things to say. He did not mince his words. Although not singling anyone out, he made it clear that any misconduct after the hearing would […]



