marriage

The decade.

October 20, 2017October 20, 2017 by THE COAL SPEAKER

A decade is a long time when you look ahead. But a drop in the bucket in hindsight.

Nine years with no itch

October 21, 2016October 20, 2016 by THE COAL SPEAKER

It has been nine years to date since this photo was taken. In it, you can clearly see my wife over-zealously pushing cake into my face. It set up for a great photo! Amazing image of pumpkins and a fall-themed cake, along with my beautiful wife’s amazing dress.. And my handsome looks. Well, the back … Read moreNine years with no itch

October 20, 2013 by THE COAL SPEAKER

Six year ago today (on a day virtually the same as today weatherwise) my wife Tara and I took our first walk as a married couple. This image perfectly symbolized how I felt that day–walking into the future, backs to the past.. but the same bridge of life. Since then we had a child, headaches … Read more

At first I was surprised today at how many people I know or work without didn’t know the real meaning of Valentine’s Day

February 15, 2012 by THE COAL SPEAKER

…and then I discovered just how many meanings there were. I learned something myself.. Roman gods of fertility.. Ancient Pagan Festival of Lupercus.. …saints… ….little lovely signs of love.. Lots. And then I realized why it was so easy for corporations, Hallmark, and chocolate companies to take over the holiday and do what they do … Read moreAt first I was surprised today at how many people I know or work without didn’t know the real meaning of Valentine’s Day