When Tom and I saw the trailers for “Knives Out” we knew it was a movie we would have to see. We are not into blood and gore and lots of violence for the sake of upping the ratings. But we love the classic “who-dun-it” style mystery. Some of our favorites are “Clue,” “Murder by …
From January 2020
Lunches and Suppers with Friends
While we were in Ohio, we had lots of lunches and suppers with friends. We got to touch base with plenty of the folks that I love, even if I didn’t always remember to take a picture. Of course, I would always love to spend more time, but my diet probably can’t afford many more …
Until Christ Is Formed In You
I recently read Galatians 4:19 and was struck by the language Paul used. He wrote, “My dear children, for whom I am again in the pains of childbirth until Christ is formed in you.” That is only a portion of the passage and I don’t usually take verses out of context. But this one verse …
Bru Burger near Polaris, Columbus
In contrast to Beer Barrel Pizza and Grill, Bru Burger is a place that I would eat over and over again. It is another new restaurant, located close to Polaris on the north side of Columbus. Bru Burger Bar started in 2011 and now has ten locations across three states. The menu isn’t large, compared …
Beer Barrel Pizza and Grill in Dublin, Ohio
One of the new places we ate with John and Jackie while we were in Columbus was the Beer Barrel Pizza and Grill in Dublin. We met them there for lunch on a Saturday and the place was packed, with the Ohio State Football game playing on all the screens. Beer Barrel Pizza and Grill …
Mohican State Park in Ohio
Like last year, we met our friends Chris Ferlinc and Bill Cashell at Mohican State Park for a day of fun and games. At least that was the plan. It was also the day before I went to the doctor and found out I had bronchitis. So I wasn’t feeling very well. But I really …
Wonderful Thanksgiving and Christmas with Family
Tom and I are back in Georgia, but we are still basking in the glow of a wonderful Thanksgiving and Christmas with family. I think sometimes that our trips back to Ohio are times to recharge before we head back out on our adventures. Connecting with people we love helps us know who we are …
At This Table, Everyone Is Welcome
Tom and I enjoyed listening to Christmas music as we drove up and down I-71 to see friends and family during December. A new song that I heard, one that really stuck in my mind, was “At This Table” written by Idina Menzel. It is on her new Christmas album. I always think it is …
Barn Restaurant in Smithville, Ohio
One of our favorite places to meet people has long been The Barn Restaurant in Smithville, Ohio. We have been there many times – it was halfway between Mom and Dad and us when we lived in Akron. But I realized when we went there in November that I have not written a blog post …
Straight No Chaser Concert at the Palace Theater
For my birthday, John and Jackie gave me six tickets to the “Straight No Chaser” Concert on December 5. Two were for Tom and I, two were for John and Jackie, and two were for me to invite someone. What a wonderful, thoughtful gift! I started by inviting Mom and Dad but they didn’t want …