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Train Trip
Posted by tracidixon on April 6, 2012 | 2 CommentsThe last email I got from my Dad was on a Thursday. He passed away that Friday. Here’s the last part of his email… If we ever get the chance to do the train ride... -
Our chopping block is a “beautiful thing.”
Posted by tracidixon on February 8, 2012 | 1 CommentOne of Ryan & I’s favorite shows on the Food Network is called Chopped. The premise of the show is that four competitors are given a basket full of odd ingredients (i.e. baby octopus, bok... -
News Story.
Posted by tracidixon on November 29, 2011 | No CommentsA few weeks ago, a sports reporter from the Dallas Morning News emailed me and asked if we could set up a time for her to interview me regarding our Turkey Trot family tradition. She... -
Our Trip to New England
Posted by tracidixon on November 10, 2011 | 2 CommentsWe had a great time in New Hampshire & Boston last week. It’s beautiful there in the Fall – the display of oranges, reds, and yellows on the trees, snow on the ground, the hills... -
Why we trot.
Posted by tracidixon on October 7, 2011 | 8 CommentsA few weeks ago, the YMCA Dallas Turkey Trot posted this contest on their Facebook page… So, I entered. I sent in this story on the day of the deadline (which was my Dad’s birthday)…... -
That’s just what He does.
Posted by tracidixon on August 21, 2011 | 4 CommentsI woke up this morning with a case of the mommy blues. This is the final day before the big day. Tomorrow is Kindergarten! I know this is not a sad thing, I really do.... -
Katy Trail
Posted by tracidixon on August 1, 2011 | 1 CommentWhile we were in Dallas for our Girls Weekend, I had determined I would take advantage of the close proximity from our hotel to the Katy Trail and go run! Although my friends thought I... -
High Five!
Posted by tracidixon on June 14, 2011 | No CommentsThis past weekend was the High 5 to the Sky 5K and it was amazing! Amazing for these reasons: 1. We have the best friends and family in the world. Overwhelmed by the amount of... -
Busy Overdose
Posted by tracidixon on June 6, 2011 | No CommentsSorry we’ve been slacking on the blog front! Apparently life took an extra dose of busy over the last few weeks and forgot to tell us. So, we’ve been running around like mad trying to... -
High 5 To The Sky 5K.
Posted by ryanmarcdixon on May 18, 2011 | 3 CommentsDear family & friends, We would like to invite you all to join us on June 11th for the High 5 to the Sky 5K. This Fun Run/Walk is in memory of my dad, Kip... -
Up in the sky.
Posted by tracidixon on May 16, 2011 | 1 CommentOne day last week, the girls are I were out running errands. We were driving down the road and Addi asked me why the sun was “being lazy bones and not waking up?” I told... -
Grandpa Elliot by Kip Clark
Posted by tracidixon on April 10, 2011 | No CommentsMy Dad posted this under “Notes” on his Facebook page on February 15, 2010. I’ve read and reread this over and over and still can’t get past the last line he wrote. So true, Dad.... -
Picture for Jesus
Posted by tracidixon on March 21, 2011 | 2 CommentsAddi, “Mommy, when can I go to heaven?” Me, “Hopefully not for a while, why?” Addi, “I drew a picture for Jesus and want to give it to him.” Me, “That is so sweet, baby.... -
Truck full.
Posted by tracidixon on March 17, 2011 | No CommentsThoughts of my Dad are with me daily. Memories are cherished and not a day goes by that I don’t miss him. I imagine it will be like this until I join him in heaven.... -
“Beautiful things for the people I love”
Posted by tracidixon on February 2, 2011 | 1 CommentRyan built a shelf last week. The cabinet above our stove is very tall. Like most everyone, it’s where we store Pam, oils, sugar, flour, cocoa, vanilla, etc. We have always had a hard time... -
I stand amazed.
Posted by tracidixon on January 19, 2011 | No CommentsLast Sunday, we sang this old hymn at church and it hit me in a way that it had never hit me. “Oh how marvelous, oh how wonderful” meant more to me as I sang... -
Saturday’s Emotional 8 Miles in Quitman.
Posted by ryanmarcdixon on January 10, 2011 | 3 CommentsOne of our favorite things about the 2 years we lived in Quitman was the running. The scenery there and the “slower” traffic is a nice combination. As with most places we live, (have lived)... -
2010 Recap Through Pictures
Posted by tracidixon on January 3, 2011 | 2 CommentsI am VERY excited about 2011. A brand new year. A fresh start with renewed motivation. This past year has been a whirlwind to say the least. Over the past few days, I’ve been reflecting... -
His First Christmas in Heaven
Posted by tracidixon on December 24, 2010 | 6 CommentsThere is obviously a HUGE hole this year in our family Christmas. A big void in our family. The void that was once filled by the man who made us all laugh while opening presents.... -
The Kissing Hand.
Posted by tracidixon on December 6, 2010 | 4 CommentsHave you ever read or seen the children’s book called The Kissing Hand? It really is such a sweet, touching little book. In a nutshell, the book is about a baby raccoon that is getting...