Band Camp

Yes, I am getting old. And what that truly means is that there are so many memories already created and yet more to come.

This year I have three children attending band camp as students, one for her Senior year, and then one 9th grade and one 8th grade. Then my oldest daughter was asked to be an instructor for the flutes. I'm very proud of her, and all of the children. All four kids at the same band camp, creating memories they will treasure forever.

Which causes me to reflect on my own memories of band camp. Meeting my wife to be (24 years and going strong!), making great friends, and making great memories. My freshman year I was hazed by the seniors. My friend Craig Timmons and I dressed up like the Blues Brothers for an entire day of camp. Vaseline in our hair, dark blue windbreakers on, and then we performed Gimme Some Lovin' for the entire camp and parents. Quite a fun time!

Many memories. Many friends. Remember, one time at band camp...

Oslo

The news coming out of Oslo yesterday was horrifying. And today the search for the extent of the damage, and answers as to why, continues. I followed most of the developments on Twitter and was amazed at the real time nature of the dialogue. Coupled with "Breaking News" announcements from CNN and others that were hours behind and usually misinformed, it was clear that Twitter has become the outlet for news.

I only wish that something I could type and send might help those in need in Norway. I can not imagine the devastation of the so many families that lost loved ones yesterday, and in such a horrendous and needless way.

Prayers for Oslo.