I, meet Me.

My dad tells this charming story about the time he found the Jeff Nelsons of America. The story became charming sometime around 1993 when I realized that in addition to going by Dad, Daddy, Daddio, (whiny voice) Duh-aaaaad, and The Tennessee Wooden Spoon Spanking Machine, my father also- for some reason or another- went by Jeff Nelson. As I … Continue reading »

A Year of { extra super much good + Mimi too }

So I fail decisiveness. I suppose the whole “Oh. I don’t know how to care about color schemes, can you bloggers just plan my wedding? ” bit is probably a little telling. When trying to narrow down my favorite lesson learned this year, I flip-flopped and fence-jumped and contemplated tricking you guys into voting for … Continue reading »

Of Mice & Frat Boys

I enjoyed college mostly because of how much I learned as a student. From the mathematical equation necessary to perfect a seductive hair toss to the Phys.Ed training that led me to four Beer Pong Championship titles, I felt my brain expanding with the knowledge nightly. I was sure that if I studied into the … Continue reading »

If It’s Any Consolation, Bob Barker Was A Close Second.

Dear son, Today is Halloween. I’m sorry. When you get older I’ll teach you important lessons about manners and tying shoes and thinking before you act. I always think before I act, but as I am sure you’ve realized, your dear mother’s train of thought is mostly the problem. I’m sorry.  Last week, unable to … Continue reading »

I’m A Real Boy!

“When I grow up I want to be a little boy.”   ~Joseph Heller, Something Happened, 1974 You know, minus the wiener part. I’m off today to learn a thing or two about cardboard forts, scraped knees, and the magical healing powers in a pile of backyard dirt. I’ll be back tomorrow, polluting your computer with … Continue reading »