The Battle of Wills

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In the magnificent yet sometimes dreary halls of academia, a dare was made. I won't say who was dared but DEMG was the result.

Could you win if you squared off against me for a game of DEMG?

Who are the creators of DEMG?

Check it out and let me know what you think.

Last week Amanda fixed homemade chili cheese fries. Right then and there I was prepared to renew our vows. However, after a few nights of experimental recipes, I am not quite as enthusiastic. Please advise.

I recently received a note from a family member who admits to stalking me on Twitter. I have been researching social media for more than a year but I am not quite sure how to respond to that.

We got 2 babysitters for a Foster Parent Thank You Dinner next weekend. Now we have been told by the children's home that we are expected to bring all the children. How is that a "Thank You?" Slam the door on my freedom why don't you!

The other evening after awaking me from a short nap on the couch, Jacob exclaimed "You work too much Daddy!" I don't know whether to laugh or cry. I need a vacation!

Enjoy the Joy!

Psalm 118:24
This is the day the LORD has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it.

The people who have suffered and sacrificed the most for me to be in school are Amanda and Jacob. They support me in so many ways. They encouarage me and play the role of coach, cheerleader and team player. If I had one regret, it is the amount of time I spend away from them. This is why Saturdays are cherished and the moments, even if they are brief, provide great joy. I have been blessed with an awesome family who loves God and values serving others. Today, in the beauty of God's creation I rejoiced in His blessings along with my family.

If you have been watching the Parsons family chaos you know that I have been taking a little time to teach Jacob how to ride his bike. Unfortunately, our front yard and driveway do not offer enough room to let loose and ride. Today, the 5 of us went down to the park, had a picnic and practiced riding with no training wheels.



To Amanda, Jacob, Little G and Baby J...I love you!

Enjoy the Joy!

Parenting has its defining moments. Of course there are the times that bring you great joy but many times your definition comes from those awkward/painful situations. Like...
When your child hurts themselves
When someone is mean to your child
When your child is sick
When they are scared

These moments are hard to erase from your memory. BUT nothing is worse than when you are home alone with an infant child and they deposit something worthy of a HAZMAT team in a limited capacity diaper.  You have opened the diaper and folded it back, only to realize that there is only ONE wipe left in the box. What do you do when there is only ONE left?

I must thank the Harding University Nursing Department for the quality education I received and the skills I obtained at handling large quantities of poop with limited supplies all the while maintaining my composure and dignity. (Ok, maybe dignity is stretching it!)

Enjoy the Joy...even when it smells!

More than a year has gone by. Life is much different than I ever imagined. Today, while studying for a test, my iPod shuffled to a song that sparked years of memories. Just wanted to say...I remember.

Enjoy the Joy.