Hello everyone. Long time, no blog, huh? Well, the weather is starting to improve, so that means I spend less time in front of "that damn computer" as my wife would say.

I have also been pretty wrapped up in following the soap opera like saga that is happening at WVU. So what time I have been at the computer has been spent reading up on the latest news and gossip about that situation.

Another thing that has kept me busy as of late is getting our house ready to put on the market. Yep, looks like we may be moving soon. I don't want to jinx anything, but we may be putting an offer in on a new house Monday. It is only about 3 miles from our current home, but it is a step up and a perfect place to raise our daughter and any other kids that may come along. When it happens I will tell you a little more about the place. In the mean time, if anyone is planning to move to Morgantown soon, and would be interested in buying a home that is outside of city limits, but still only minutes from town let me know. It is a about 1800 (finished) sq. ft., three bedroom, two bath, split level home. We have one of the best views in the area. The sunset is gorgeous all year long. And there is no way that you will find better neighbors anywhere. We would also consider renting too.

Earlier this month, some friends and I had the first gathering of the Grateful Dads. Grateful Dads is a group that formed in California about 10 years ago to provide a chance for Fathers and their kids to get together with other Fathers and kids and enjoy the outdoors. What started as a group of seven dads getting together for a hike has grown to include chapters across the country. I found out about them last fall, and thought it sounded like a great idea. So this spring, my friend Sleek Pelt helped me get the word out to others and we are forming our own chapter. The first hike was a small group, only 3 dads and 4 kids, but I believe it will grow. We have not set a date for our next gathering, but it will probably be in late June. If anyone is interested in coming along, let me know and I will fill you in with the info.