Chosen format

shooting me2, originally uploaded by kab_live.

I've decided to make this primarily a photoblog. This is the format it has taken on, and I like it. Several times, I have sat down to write an opinion or commentary blog, but the page remains blank. I may be overcome with a fear of bad blogging. I did start a side-blog...it's out there...and I'm writing. And I guess, that was the whole point of the Blog Revolution of '08 (right Chris? -brewingthoughtsblog).

boat in the family

DSC_0387, originally uploaded by kab_live.

There's a boat in the family now! Of course, the above picture isn't it (it's a toy boat in a pond). I am looking forward to warmer weather and afternoons on the lake. If you are nice I might try to sneak you aboard.

The Trusty Boyd's of Scotland

Linds and I went to Salado with Ross and Stephanie. We found this quiant Scottish/Irish gift shop. We were able to track Lindsey's family (Callon side, to the Callaghan's of Ireland), and the "Trusty Boyd" clan of Scotland. Duncan Boyd was executed for supporting independence in 1306 and Sir Robert Boyd was a commander for Robert the Bruce (think Braveheart) after the death of WIlliam Wallace. For his service and valour during battle he was awarded lands, including Kilmarnock.

I had done some geneaology studies a few years ago, and decided to adopt these Boyd's as my forefathers. If you ever look into your anscestory, I recommend finding the "coolest" historic figures that share your last name, and claim them to your line.