Can’t wait to get back
We have only been home for 2 1/2 days and I can’t wait to get back up to the Down East. Lord willing, we hope to return for a fourth consecutive year in August 2014.…
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Steve Beal Sr.
I am just a man. I am a father, a son, and a husband. I am a homemaker, caretaker, coach, writer, speaker, and photographer. I love God. I love my family. I love my country. God has blessed my family and I, and I am eternally grateful. Author of Generation Jumping: Losing those who are not lost. Downtime with my family is about as good as it gets for me. Being outdoors in nature, among the animals and the wilderness, the Created, comes pretty close. Baseball, followed by hockey, are my two favorite sports, with several others a close third. I would rather do it right the first time. Honesty, respect, and integrity are virtues that I hold dear, so I call it like I see it. Before we as a society attempt to re-define these words, I will be here telling the raw truth.
Beals Island 2013
On our, now annual, vacation to Down East Maine we trekked up to Beals Island. I love this little fishing village where my ancestors came from. The population was down to 508 people as of…
Little bird on a branch
Once the hummingbirds leaves the feeder, they are hard to find. This is the best my zoom could do from about 40 feet away.
I like my hot dogs well done
I asked Theodore if he had slipped into the kitchen and eaten one of the hot dogs from my plate. He answered with a question, “Daddy share your hot dogs?” I said that I did.…
Backyard Hummingbird
One of our two hummingbirds comes in for a snack
Taken Home
Remembering my cousin, one year later.
Good eating
Yesterday my three year old daughter and I were sharing some leftovers for lunch. Jacqueline was enjoying some bites of the pasta and was cordial enough to say, “Thanks for sharing your food Dad.” This…
3 Days in Pittsburg
Recently, my wife, our three youngest kids, and I made a last-minute trip to Pittsburg, NH for a little getaway. We packed quickly, jumped in the van, and drove some 170 miles, or so, north…
Jacqueline: “I …
Jacqueline: “I want to go to the store and get some Mini Oreo’s.” Theodore: “Well, I want Mickey Oreo’s.” Jacqueline: “Once upon a time, I want to go to the store and get Mini Oreo’s,…
Twin quotes
After choosing the coolest day of the last five to actually venture in to the kiddie pool on our deck, the twins were soaked, and cold. Upon getting out of the pool after they were…
Wildlife moment
I didn’t get any of this on camera as my camera was outside in my vehicle, but we had a wildlife moment out back this morning. It started with my son spotting an animal at…
Twin Navigation
Yesterday my son had a doctor’s appointment before school and my wife drove him there before work. Shortly after they left I received a message that she had left her laptop and computer bag at…
Father’s Day
It’s Father’s Day again and I thankful for my Dad. I have spent even more time with him this past year, and I so grateful for that time together. Happy Father’s Day Dad!
The Revolution
Living in a way-too-busy world that revolves around the revolution of that world. Here’s a thought, or two. There’s a world out there I think, but I can’t see it If I can’t get these…
Six Words You Should Say Today
One day I hope to write my own piece on this topic, or at least something close to it, but that wouldn’t be to take anything away from this wonderful piece. Rachel nailed it. This…
Dirt Road, Dirt Dawg
After Theodore and I attended the Wachusett Dirt Dawgs’ home opener last week in Leominster, Mass. Theodore has some of his own memories. We went to see his big brother Ryan play and to take…
Flag Day
Originally posted in 2012. Happy Flag Day!
Swimming snake
We took the kids up to Elm Brook Park on Sunday afternoon for a visit to the beach and playground area. Upon getting to the beach on Hopkinton Lake, this spot is known as Elm…
Rodent visit
This not-so-small rodent paid us a couple of visits recently. We never know what might wander into our yard on any given day.
Bruins Warrior
I have written on this subject before and it means a great deal to me personally, it is team. This blog I wrote (The Team) a while back probably doesn’t do it justice, but last…
D-Day +68 (years)
From last year, but still very much on my mind.
On My Mind
I just glanced at Facebook, and at the moment Facebook seemed to be concerned with “What’s on my mind?” That’s a good question, because, right now, I am thinking of my Uncle Lloyd. Wishing I…
Playing like nobody is watching
I love when the twins just get caught up in the things that they are doing. Theodore grabbed the wizard hat for no reason other than to wear it while he played. Jacqueline donned her…
Theodore’s buzz cut
Theodore woke up yesterday wanting a haircut. When asked if he wanted “daddy’s hair” he said he did. So out came the clippers. After checking with him a couple of times during the process, he…
Bruins – Pens: Eastern Conference Final
So, based on some conversations I’ve had recently, along with some e-mails, Facebook messages, and FB comments shared with me, I thought I would share my perspective. This might answer to the commentary shared with…
Why I’m 1inawesomewonder
When through the woods, and forest glades I wander, And hear the birds sing sweetly in the trees. When I look down, from lofty mountain grandeur And see the brook, and feel the gentle breeze.…
Remember – Memorial Day
Happy Memorial Day! (Reblogged from last year)
Find Our Way
Tuesday morning, May 21, 2013, I was in New Brunswick, Canada to say good-bye to my Aunt Janette one last time. Since I was staying within 20 miles of the old homestead, I took a…
My Aunt Janette – The Poem
My Aunt Janette – The Poem I wrote this poem the morning after my Aunt Janette went to see our Lord. I woke up on Saturday morning and had these words in my mind, waiting…
The Spot
This is the spot where I used to stand. How I wish I could see it again as it was 30 years ago, the views, the fences, the lay of the land. Minutes turned to…
The day after
The Day After The day after; it’s been just a day, a single day. I went to bed early this evening because I was completely wiped out. Exhausted. All I wanted to do was to…