Cap-cation

by | Apr 10, 2007 | Personal

The Caps are on vacation.  I normally split up the two weeks I have for vacation each year.  By April, just after Easter, I am normally ready for a breather – but two weeks away from normality, would probably drive both Kel and I crazy – we both actually thrive on a busy schedule.  So, a week away from the press of the schedule is a helpful respite that will allow us a minute to rest and help us rev-up again for the normal busyness.  We’ll probably take a second week in August, close to our anniversary. This is the one week of the two in the year that Kel and I use the time to actually rest.  Normally, it takes me a day or two to unwind and allow my mind to come off of a schedule driven mindset, so it’s starting to sink in now. I plan to read through a few books I’ve been wanting to peruse, eat at a few nice restaurants and most enjoyably, sleep in a few time this week. Currently, we’re in San Clemente, CA.  I’ve never been here before, but am enjoying it immensely.   Kel’s grandparents joined us yesterday and took us to a fantastic Italian restaurant downtown.  Today, our plan:  to chill.  We are right off of the coast and the weather could not be more perfect.  I could never live this close to the beach – I would never accomplish much, for sitting out on the deck and listening to the waves while cat-napping, drinking a Cherry-coke and doing some light reading. In the next few days, we’ll...

The Blogging Brie

by | Mar 31, 2007 | Personal

So, I’ve been remiss to blog (it’s sort-of been nice) and with that absence I’ve posted NO pictures of the baby. So, here’s some fruit of my repentance. These are pics from the past few weeks:  Auntie Allie, Mom and Dad and Auntie Courtie.  We loved the visits and Brie is growing and changing every day.  The process leading toward adoption continues on track.  Enjoy the pics – they’ll give you a glimpse into how much we’re enjoying her. [rockyou...

Piper on Adoption

by | Feb 10, 2007 | Marriage and Family, Personal

This morning John Piper gave a talk on Adoption. You can bet the Capranicas will be listening to this message together. We had our first visit with the county social worker. We are on track to be considered the family to adopt Brie. The process may take six months to a year. Brie’s next court date is in a month. New Audio: Piper on Adoption :: Desiring...