BIG BASH OR QUIET COUCH?

​Do you love celebrating your birthday? Do you look forward to a big party with family and friends, or would you rather stay home and do exactly what you want in peace? ​As an extrovert, I’m firmly in the “big celebration” camp! We extroverts tend to enjoy being the center of attention, so birthdays are often our favorite day of the year. At KLQP, we … Continue reading BIG BASH OR QUIET COUCH?

A Special Day with My Granddaughter

​This past Saturday wasn’t just about basketball; it was a precious “Grandpa-Granddaughter” date. My oldest granddaughter, Adelyn—who is currently enjoying her senior year at Montevideo High School—and I set off for Brookings, South Dakota. We were headed to South Dakota State University to witness a huge Division 1 women’s basketball showdown between the top two teams in the Summit League: the NDSU Bison and the … Continue reading A Special Day with My Granddaughter

WHAT EXACTLY DO YOU DO ALL DAY?

​Earlier this week, someone asked me a question that caught me off guard: “What do you do all day?” The way he asked, it sounded like he thought I didn’t actually work! I ended up walking him through my routine from sunrise to sunset, and as I went into detail, I realized—this would make a great blog post. While no two days are ever truly … Continue reading WHAT EXACTLY DO YOU DO ALL DAY?

A CHRISTMAS TO REMEMBER

​When the Hospital Became Our Home ​Christmas has always been a sacred time for our family, but this year, our traditions took an unexpected turn. Instead of gathering around the tree in our living room to celebrate the birth of our Savior, we found ourselves gathered in the family room of the Madison hospital. ​While the setting was different, the spirit of the season has … Continue reading A CHRISTMAS TO REMEMBER