Videos, from I want to hear your story - Dad/Grandpa
Mike, Jess, Sissy and Adam kindly recently gave me books for gifts that asked for "my story",
I started those, but it was clear that my handwriting was horrible and only I could read it, and sometimes I couldn't read it well either.
So, decided to do a series of videos. Will add to these as I complete them:
Memories from birth/very early years
Kevin's Parents and Kevin
Growing Up
Trevor and Kevin, with help from Luna
and
Parents and Grandparents
Kevin's Parents and Kevin
Alicia and Dad talking about why we are strongly pro-life
A decision by 17 and 15 year olds enabled the large family we have today
Siblings
Kirk
To Do
Teenage Years
With Alicia
To Do
Becoming a Dad, Talk about Children
With Alicia
To Do
Religion and Spirituality
With Linda
To Do
Work and Career
With Matt, Noah, Michael L and Adam
Education
To Do
School
Mike and Jess talking about enrolling Trevor and Matthew in Webb School and why they think it's important
From Kevin standpoint, love to see this. Started off video talking about my experience
Here, I show my technical limitations - for some reason this chopped into several pieces and I'm not quite sure how to stitch them together, but there's still a lot of good content
To Do some of this about what it was like to be in school working full time
Love and Romance
With Linda
To Do
Grandchildren - Bringing New Spouses into the Family, what a blessing.
Faith and Kevin
Grandchildren - Getting them involved in Sports
Sissy and Grandpa
Other Thoughts on Grandchildren
TBD
To Do
Great Grandchildren
Juniper and Chloe Video - https://youtu.be/Igoqnxb4_fo
Get video of others too
To Do
Travel
With Linda
Movies, TV, Entertainment
With Declan
To Do
Trivia
Do with Amber
5 people I could have dinner with
Favorite Holiday and Why
Favorite Books
To Do
Family Background
We developed a family site, with inputs from several folks that tell a lot about our entire family, not just Kevin and Linda
Here: https://comeoninfamily.blogspot.com/2022/11/welcome-page.html
Views on America and how to keep our country great for future generations
https://starsoftheamericanstory.com/
Nature/Animals
With Matthew
Ruffles
Foxes
Woodchucks
Pandas
Dolphins
Whales
To Do
My beautiful bird
https://youtube.com/shorts/S9fnnwCx96w
https://youtube.com/shorts/3q8R41UlFzs?feature=share
Between 4:30-5 every day, this beautiful bird comes and sings in exactly the same place. This happened in the late spring and summer months in both 2025 and 2026. (Amazing he found his way from his South American winter migration right back to the same chair back months later) Tried to figure out what it meant: The Bible speaks of birds singing as a form of praise to God and as a symbol of God's provision and care for His creation . Verses like Psalm 104:12 highlight birds dwelling and singing among the branches, suggesting a harmonious relationship with nature and a reflection of God's order. Furthermore, Jesus uses birds as an example in Matthew 6:26, illustrating God's provision for even the smallest creatures, encouraging believers not to worry about their own needs. Birds as Praisers: The Bible portrays birdsong as a form of worship, with some verses suggesting that birds sing praises to God. God's Provision: Jesus uses the example of birds in Matthew 6:26 to illustrate God's care for all creatures, emphasizing that humans, being more valuable, should trust in God's provision and not worry. Symbol of Nature's Harmony: Psalm 104:12, along with other verses, depicts birds nesting by springs and singing among the branches, which can be interpreted as a symbol of God's balanced and harmonious creation. Time for Joy: In Song of Solomon 2:12, the phrase "the time of the singing of birds has come" signifies a time of joy and blossoming, connecting the birds' song to the beauty and renewal of nature. When God sends you a bird? Many traditions consider birds to be messengers from God conveying guidance and prophecy. Christian texts often depict birds as symbols with spiritual implications. Individual and shared experiences contribute to the belief in birds as meaningful signs. Birds singing outside your window can carry various meanings, often interpreted through cultural, spiritual, or personal lenses. Here are some common interpretations: Nature's Connection: A bird singing can symbolize a connection to nature and the environment. It might encourage you to appreciate the beauty around you and take a moment to reflect. Spiritual Significance: In many cultures, birds are seen as messengers. A bird singing might be interpreted as a sign of good news, a message from a loved one, or encouragement to pursue your dreams. Change or Transition: Birds often symbolize change or new beginnings. If you’re going through a period of transition, the song might signify that positive changes are on the horizon. Personal Reflection: The specific type of bird and its song can also hold personal significance. For instance, certain birds might evoke memories or feelings related to loved ones or past experiences. Awareness and Mindfulness: A bird singing can serve as a reminder to be present in the moment, encouraging mindfulness and awareness of your surroundings. Ultimately, the meaning can vary based on your personal beliefs and experiences. If you feel a particular connection to the bird or its song, it might be worthwhile to explore what that means for you personally.
2026 Note:
This morning, I heard a familiar bird singing early in the morning. It was my friend, the summer tanager, who came every day last summer until it was time to migrate. What a blessing, I learned that he migrates very far south - amazing that he can find his way back to our porch. Evidence of intelligent creation - this couldn't be random, More: Summer Tanagers are long-distance neotropical migrants. They are strictly present in Tennessee during the spring and summer breeding season, arriving in late April and migrating south by early October. [1, 2, 3, 4] Here is what you need to know about their seasonal movements: Wintering Grounds: By winter, they leave Tennessee entirely to reside in tropical forests, open woodlands, and coffee plantations. Their wintering territory stretches from central Mexico down through Central America and into northern South America (including Bolivia and Brazil). Migration Path: Many eastern and central populations (including those flying out of Tennessee) will make an incredible, nonstop flight directly across the Gulf of Mexico, while others travel over land through Mexico.
https://youtube.com/shorts/zIrhVMtt8II
https://youtube.com/shorts/hbBWfVmeQ50?feature=share
Final Thoughts - what I'd like people to remember about me
TBD
Overcomer - Triathlon Example
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