Category Archives: Family

Lexi XVII

Posted on July 16, 2021 by radamdavidson

Do you remember where you were 17 years ago? I do — I was a brand-new first time Dad, basking in the blessing of answered prayer in Ohio. We prayed for her and here she was, in the wee hours … Continue reading →

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Fisherman Zac

Posted on July 1, 2021 by radamdavidson

It wasn’t that long ago that Zac came running and said “Levi and I went fishing today, and I really liked it so TAKE ME FISHING, DAD.” As it turns out, I’m not a fisherman. I’m more of a wisher-man, … Continue reading →

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A Boy and His Jeep

Posted on June 30, 2021 by radamdavidson

Mac will be driving soon — a fact that he brings up with greater and greater frequency. I have mixed feelings on the whole situation. On one hand, it will be convenient for him to be able to drive himself … Continue reading →

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One Liners

Posted on May 17, 2021 by radamdavidson

I don’t know what you do to kill time between ordering food and eating at restaurants, but Zac and I recently started doing something that passes the time and, as an unintended bonus, may irritate other diners. Best of all, … Continue reading →

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Quarantime

Posted on April 26, 2021 by radamdavidson

My phone rang, 11:20am, Tuesday. A shiver ran down my spine when I saw that it was Lexi’s school. I love the people at WoodsEdge because of how well they take care of and train my daughter. These teachers and … Continue reading →

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10 Years

Posted on April 22, 2021 by radamdavidson

Losing a parent is a major milestone. The span between my mom’s diagnosis and her death was far too short and came at a ridiculously young age. 10 years ago today was the first full day on earth without mom … Continue reading →

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Lexi’s Eye Appointment

Posted on November 20, 2020 by radamdavidson

You and I go to the eye doctor and look at distant charts consisting of progressively smaller letters, voting for ONE or TWO. Since Lexi is physically 16 but mentally 2, she can’t really answer questions about the E on … Continue reading →

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All Saints Day

Posted on November 1, 2020 by radamdavidson

On today’s customary train-spotting round trip, Lexi and I shared lament that 1) there was no train to see and 2) it is snowing. Lexi isn’t too much of a fan of cold and snow. Like so many of us … Continue reading →

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Halloween 2020

Posted on November 1, 2020 by radamdavidson

After a customary cruise in the car with Lexi to to see if there are any trains, I took Zac and his pal out for the tricking and treating. Surely this year was different, with less than half the porch … Continue reading →

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On Grant Imahara

Posted on July 14, 2020 by radamdavidson

I was sad to hear of Grant Imahara’s passing. Grant was perhaps best known for his work on Mythbusters as a master builder, brilliant engineer, and all around joyful guy. Social media is full of touching tributes and great stories … Continue reading →

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