The Cottage story … a work in progress. The family cottage on beautiful Lake of the Woods was the brain child of my dad.
Latin (tem-pu̇s-ˈfü-git): Time Flies
Just a fun loving guy who’s interested in technology, passionate about family, and a follower of Christ. The blog started a long time ago when we were family camping and I had an experience with one of my sons that made me realize how fast time is going by, hence the title, Tempus Fugit. I Read More ...
Hey! Welcome to the bigDadoo website. You’ve landed here for some mysterious reason only know to you but, thanks for dropping by. Most likely, perhaps, you were looking for my original blog? Well, you are there. If you were looking for my Journey blog, well that’s over here. If you are interested in some of Read More ...
In addition to this blog I have a presence on several other online services for some of my various interests. Photography. The bulk of my online photography is over on Flickr. For the family, there are a couple of special albums that are dedicated to the grandkids. Parker Easton Dane Clark Other album collections are Read More ...
Snow Angel Originally uploaded by Big Dadoo. As we were walking in St. Vital park, we came across somebody’s handy work in the snow. It’s good to see that there are still some “children” out there that don’t need to be plugged into an iPod, constantly on a cell phone or the latest game console Read More …
Family Walk at Bunns Creek Originally uploaded by Big Dadoo. The best part of Christmas was being together as a family. The gifts were great, the food excellent and abundant, but for me this year it was more about the family that ever before. We had a great day. It started with Shirley & I Read More …
Christmas Originally uploaded by Big Dadoo. Today is Christmas eve, and our preparations for Christmas day are almost complete. This morning I slept in a bit then got up, fixed a pot of coffee, and settled in to review last Wednesday’s church sermon on Spiritual Strength. I found the message quite encouraging and helpful for Read More …
Christmas Party House Originally uploaded by Big Dadoo. Yesterday, Scott & Mandi hosted a Christmas Party at the house. The ice lights up the driveway were very impressive, and most guest commented quite favorably about the effect. I hear it was a very nice party, but we were out for the night. Thanks to Scott Read More …
I’m a fan of John C. Maxwell’s writing and we have many of his books in our home. Last night some friend gave us a Christmas gift of a CD set of Maxell’s book The 17 Indisputable Laws of Teamwork. We’re looking forward to listening to the set and we blessed by our friends thoughtfulness. Read More …
Surprised Originally uploaded by Big Dadoo. You say it’s your birthdayIt’s my birthday too–yeahThey say it’s your birthdayWe’re gonna have a good timeI’m glad it’s your birthdayHappy birthday to you. The Beatles – The White Album – Birthday That’s right it’s my birthday and I had a great dinner out with Shirley at 7 1/4 Read More …
Our Snowman Friend Originally uploaded by Big Dadoo. On the weekend we set up the Christmas tree and put out all the Christmas decorations, including this guy. He was a gift from some friends who have since moved away and we’ve had limited contact with. When we received it I wasn’t too sure about it Read More …
Glass in Snow Originally uploaded by Big Dadoo. I was out braving the crowds doing some Christmas shopping today and I stopped at a store on Academy Avenue to check out the Glitz store. As I was returning to the car I noticed a vandalized bus shelter where the glass had been shattered. I had Read More …
Bench Shadow Originally uploaded by Big Dadoo. I was just playing around with the ability to send a photo from the cell phone to flickr and then have it post a blog entry. Well, it sort of works. The photo shows up just fine, but my phone doesn’t allow a subject while sending the photo Read More …
There have been a number of changes at church recently, along the lines described in Perry’s post and I know that I’ve wondered about some of them. Are these changes really required? Is the effect a positive one? Are we just being entertained? Well, it’s never boring and it’s certainly not the church experience of Read More …