Well I have been spending my time over at MySpace.
You can find me at:
MySpace.com/cdgant
My lovely wife has a picture blog at:
l2gant.blogspot.com - I am sure you will enjoy it.
Sep 20, 2006
Mar 29, 2006
Feb 26, 2006
Loving Kids
As I was leaving home this morning I gave my lovely wife a hug and a kiss. Then I went for the door. As I was grabbed the door handle I say goodbye to the boys. At that moment Luke goes, “next time hug, Daddy.”
That stopped me in my tracks so I walked back in to the table where they were sitting to give both him and Zane hugs before I left. Luke gives me a hug and a kiss. If you have never gotten a set of those from him you’ve never been hugged and kissed. He is amazing.
But then I went over to Zane. I pick him up for a big hug and he says to me, “you’re my best hero daddy.”
Thanks. That brought tears to my eyes as I walked down the driveway toward the church building. Wow kids! You gotta love ‘em. There always teaching me things.
That stopped me in my tracks so I walked back in to the table where they were sitting to give both him and Zane hugs before I left. Luke gives me a hug and a kiss. If you have never gotten a set of those from him you’ve never been hugged and kissed. He is amazing.
But then I went over to Zane. I pick him up for a big hug and he says to me, “you’re my best hero daddy.”
Thanks. That brought tears to my eyes as I walked down the driveway toward the church building. Wow kids! You gotta love ‘em. There always teaching me things.
Feb 24, 2006
Feb 15, 2006
Valentines!
Valentines Day…
At 7:00 AM I went to Fred Meyer’s to buy some flowers to plant for my beautiful wife. I ended up with a flat and a half of Primroses. Then I snuck back home and planted them along the walkway leading to our front door. This is also just outside the kitchen window. By 8:00 I was done and back at the office. She called in the next hour after noticing them being quite surprised.
At 6:00 PM our friends Mitch and Margaret showed up at our house as we were finishing dinner. We offered to share our dinner, as there was plenty, but they talked about other stuff and that they were thinking of going out to get sushi (yuck!). I don’t remember them saying why they were there. Then a few minutes later our door bell rings. It was Doug & Becki Knowlton and Dani Foster. Why? It was because they were bringing us this amazing four-kid stroller. Lori had admired the one Becki got recently and actually was hoping to borrow it sometime to cart our boys and niece around. She mentioned it to Becki on Sunday. However, Becki really didn’t answer to whether she could borrow it or not, so Lori dropped it. The reason Becki didn’t have an answer was that she had already ordered one for us and she was busting up inside, trying not to give the secret away. Becki collected money from many of our friends at church to pay for it and ended up with an extra $180 which they gave to us also.
The boys really like it. Zane says, “It is a miracle.” They played on it for quite awhile before bed time and then this morning we took it for a test drive to Albertsons to get some lettuce for Lori’s ladies lunch group.
Our friends and church family are very much a blessing to us. Thanks.
At 7:00 AM I went to Fred Meyer’s to buy some flowers to plant for my beautiful wife. I ended up with a flat and a half of Primroses. Then I snuck back home and planted them along the walkway leading to our front door. This is also just outside the kitchen window. By 8:00 I was done and back at the office. She called in the next hour after noticing them being quite surprised.
At 6:00 PM our friends Mitch and Margaret showed up at our house as we were finishing dinner. We offered to share our dinner, as there was plenty, but they talked about other stuff and that they were thinking of going out to get sushi (yuck!). I don’t remember them saying why they were there. Then a few minutes later our door bell rings. It was Doug & Becki Knowlton and Dani Foster. Why? It was because they were bringing us this amazing four-kid stroller. Lori had admired the one Becki got recently and actually was hoping to borrow it sometime to cart our boys and niece around. She mentioned it to Becki on Sunday. However, Becki really didn’t answer to whether she could borrow it or not, so Lori dropped it. The reason Becki didn’t have an answer was that she had already ordered one for us and she was busting up inside, trying not to give the secret away. Becki collected money from many of our friends at church to pay for it and ended up with an extra $180 which they gave to us also.
The boys really like it. Zane says, “It is a miracle.” They played on it for quite awhile before bed time and then this morning we took it for a test drive to Albertsons to get some lettuce for Lori’s ladies lunch group.
Our friends and church family are very much a blessing to us. Thanks.
Feb 8, 2006
Superbowl Party 06
Our Superbowl (aka Chili-bowl”) Party was a whole lot of fun. The chili cook off was a great success. Mucho good chili was served up. 12-14 different entrants. My favorites were definitely Don Moore’s and Gordon Mattatall’s. Don’s was stuffed with marinated chunks of steak. Gordon’s used a Mole sauce and was awesome.
Over 160 people were counted playing in foosball and ping pong tournaments or playing board and card games or playing basketball or just hanging out watching the game.
Over 160 people were counted playing in foosball and ping pong tournaments or playing board and card games or playing basketball or just hanging out watching the game.
2006 3-on-3 Basketball Tournement
Last Saturday our 3-on-3 tournament went really well. I was very nervous about it the night and morning before. There were lots of details to work out to make it fair and enjoyable for all involved.
Eleven teams from around our area participated. There were teams from EBC and NCC, teams from Creswell and Santa Clara and then several teams from SCCC. Making double elimination brackets for 11 teams was quite the undertaking. If you have 8 teams or 16 teams it is quite easy, but any other number it gets complicated. Going online I borrowed some ideas from a billiards tournament bracket.
Only one of the two referees showed up. Dylan did a great job ref’ing and made some phone calls to get another ref for an hour or so. Then Tom Moyers and Bill Selby filled in for some games and did a great job.
There were some good teams: Ideal Steelers, Bull Dogs, South Paws, Hawks, and our own Doom Squad were all competitors. Jimmy, David, and Lance (Doom Squad) fought back in the losers bracket to get second place.
Trophies and ribbons were given to the top three teams: Bull Dogs, Doom Squad, and Hawks.
We plan on doing more of these events, if you or someone you know would like to play let me know.
Eleven teams from around our area participated. There were teams from EBC and NCC, teams from Creswell and Santa Clara and then several teams from SCCC. Making double elimination brackets for 11 teams was quite the undertaking. If you have 8 teams or 16 teams it is quite easy, but any other number it gets complicated. Going online I borrowed some ideas from a billiards tournament bracket.
Only one of the two referees showed up. Dylan did a great job ref’ing and made some phone calls to get another ref for an hour or so. Then Tom Moyers and Bill Selby filled in for some games and did a great job.
There were some good teams: Ideal Steelers, Bull Dogs, South Paws, Hawks, and our own Doom Squad were all competitors. Jimmy, David, and Lance (Doom Squad) fought back in the losers bracket to get second place.
Trophies and ribbons were given to the top three teams: Bull Dogs, Doom Squad, and Hawks.
We plan on doing more of these events, if you or someone you know would like to play let me know.
Jan 26, 2006
Test ... Are you a citizen?
CITIZENSHIP TEST
How well would you do if you took a citizenship test? Try this one out - it is educational and fun.
24 out of 30 is considered a passing grade.
96% of all High School Seniors FAILED this test
50+% of all individuals over 50 did too!
And we WONDER why America is in the shape it's in?
"WELL, DUH!"
Click on the link below.
www.toast.net/games/Independence/page1.asp
Fortunately, they give you the correct answers after they grade you! Be prepared to give up your citizenship!!
How well would you do if you took a citizenship test? Try this one out - it is educational and fun.
24 out of 30 is considered a passing grade.
96% of all High School Seniors FAILED this test
50+% of all individuals over 50 did too!
And we WONDER why America is in the shape it's in?
"WELL, DUH!"
Click on the link below.
www.toast.net/games/Independence/page1.asp
Fortunately, they give you the correct answers after they grade you! Be prepared to give up your citizenship!!
Jan 25, 2006
How many steps do you take in a day?
If you're logging less than 5,000 steps daily with your pedometer, you need to step up your efforts.
Walking 5,000 or fewer steps throughout the course of the day -- about 2 ½ miles -- is deemed sedentary behavior according to new activity guidelines. Most people log between 2,000 and 5,000 steps daily by performing everyday activities. Step up your activity level so that you squarely land in the "active" category, which requires 10,000 daily steps.
The average person takes between 2,000 and 5,000 steps daily just in the course of performing typical activities of daily life, such as moving about the house or doing errands. According to a new set of physical activity guidelines, this level of activity is considered to be sedentary. Taking between 5,000 and 7,499 steps per day qualifies as low activity; 7,500 to 9,999 qualifies as being somewhat active; 10,000 to 12,499 is considered active; and 12,500 or more is considered highly active. Wear a pedometer to keep track of your daily steps. If you're new to exercise but would like to increase your physical activity level, start by taking a daily 15-minute walk around your block after dinner to accumulate more steps. Increase this amount gradually until you reach your 10,000-step goal.
http://www.realage.com/news_features/tip.aspx?cid=16348#rateTip 1-25-06
Walking 5,000 or fewer steps throughout the course of the day -- about 2 ½ miles -- is deemed sedentary behavior according to new activity guidelines. Most people log between 2,000 and 5,000 steps daily by performing everyday activities. Step up your activity level so that you squarely land in the "active" category, which requires 10,000 daily steps.
The average person takes between 2,000 and 5,000 steps daily just in the course of performing typical activities of daily life, such as moving about the house or doing errands. According to a new set of physical activity guidelines, this level of activity is considered to be sedentary. Taking between 5,000 and 7,499 steps per day qualifies as low activity; 7,500 to 9,999 qualifies as being somewhat active; 10,000 to 12,499 is considered active; and 12,500 or more is considered highly active. Wear a pedometer to keep track of your daily steps. If you're new to exercise but would like to increase your physical activity level, start by taking a daily 15-minute walk around your block after dinner to accumulate more steps. Increase this amount gradually until you reach your 10,000-step goal.
http://www.realage.com/news_features/tip.aspx?cid=16348#rateTip 1-25-06
How many steps do you take in a day?
If you're logging less than 5,000 steps daily with your pedometer, you need to step up your efforts.
Walking 5,000 or fewer steps throughout the course of the day -- about 2 ½ miles -- is deemed sedentary behavior according to new activity guidelines. Most people log between 2,000 and 5,000 steps daily by performing everyday activities. Step up your activity level so that you squarely land in the "active" category, which requires 10,000 daily steps.
The average person takes between 2,000 and 5,000 steps daily just in the course of performing typical activities of daily life, such as moving about the house or doing errands. According to a new set of physical activity guidelines, this level of activity is considered to be sedentary. Taking between 5,000 and 7,499 steps per day qualifies as low activity; 7,500 to 9,999 qualifies as being somewhat active; 10,000 to 12,499 is considered active; and 12,500 or more is considered highly active. Wear a pedometer to keep track of your daily steps. If you're new to exercise but would like to increase your physical activity level, start by taking a daily 15-minute walk around your block after dinner to accumulate more steps. Increase this amount gradually until you reach your 10,000-step goal.
http://www.realage.com/news_features/tip.aspx?cid=16348#rateTip 1-25-06
Walking 5,000 or fewer steps throughout the course of the day -- about 2 ½ miles -- is deemed sedentary behavior according to new activity guidelines. Most people log between 2,000 and 5,000 steps daily by performing everyday activities. Step up your activity level so that you squarely land in the "active" category, which requires 10,000 daily steps.
The average person takes between 2,000 and 5,000 steps daily just in the course of performing typical activities of daily life, such as moving about the house or doing errands. According to a new set of physical activity guidelines, this level of activity is considered to be sedentary. Taking between 5,000 and 7,499 steps per day qualifies as low activity; 7,500 to 9,999 qualifies as being somewhat active; 10,000 to 12,499 is considered active; and 12,500 or more is considered highly active. Wear a pedometer to keep track of your daily steps. If you're new to exercise but would like to increase your physical activity level, start by taking a daily 15-minute walk around your block after dinner to accumulate more steps. Increase this amount gradually until you reach your 10,000-step goal.
http://www.realage.com/news_features/tip.aspx?cid=16348#rateTip 1-25-06
Dead Cat
OK, first I did not do it.
The other night I was backing into our driveway and noticed the neighborhood cat, dead in the street by the curb. This is cat that had been sleeping on both our front and back porches the last few weeks.
I made a comment about it to Lori which Zane (our almost 4 year old) heard. So he asked about it. Lori stated that maybe I should take him out to look at it … teachable moment. So as we unload the van, Zane is all excited about going to look at the dead cat. I tell him we must first unload the groceries and get a flashlight. So he helped carry in groceries, of which there were several arm loads. After each load taken in he would ask, “Are we going to go look at the cat?” I would say, “After we unload the van and I get a flashlight.” This happened at least three times.
Lori has taught him very well to be careful around cars, “because they can smash you like a pancake.” So in parking lots and when close to a street he obeys very well by waiting for us and holding one of our hands or pant leg.
So after finishing unloading the van, I get the flashlight and we walk out, hand-in-hand, to view the dead kitty. As we walk I remind him about why we must be careful around cars and the street because, of the possibility of being “smashed like a pancake … you see cats are not as smart as you, so they don’t know how to be careful like you are.”
As we flashed the light on to the deceased cat we talked about how sad it was that the poor kitty was dead. We didn’t linger long but as we walked back to the house I reminded him that cats are not as smart as him at being careful around cars and the street, then transitioning to dogs as well, they are not as smart as him and that some day we will get a dog and that he will have to watch the dog carefully because they are not as smart as him either. They have to be kept on a leash or in the backyard.
Later on that night, he accused ME of killing the cat … I am like “what, I didn’t do it.” He said, “Dad you are being silly.”
“No, I didn’t do it, it was already there, I just saw it when we were backing into the driveway.”
He shakes his head, and says again, “daddy’s being silly.”
“No, I did not do it.”
“You’re not telling trufth.”
“Yes, that’s the truth, I don’t tell lies.”
The other night I was backing into our driveway and noticed the neighborhood cat, dead in the street by the curb. This is cat that had been sleeping on both our front and back porches the last few weeks.
I made a comment about it to Lori which Zane (our almost 4 year old) heard. So he asked about it. Lori stated that maybe I should take him out to look at it … teachable moment. So as we unload the van, Zane is all excited about going to look at the dead cat. I tell him we must first unload the groceries and get a flashlight. So he helped carry in groceries, of which there were several arm loads. After each load taken in he would ask, “Are we going to go look at the cat?” I would say, “After we unload the van and I get a flashlight.” This happened at least three times.
Lori has taught him very well to be careful around cars, “because they can smash you like a pancake.” So in parking lots and when close to a street he obeys very well by waiting for us and holding one of our hands or pant leg.
So after finishing unloading the van, I get the flashlight and we walk out, hand-in-hand, to view the dead kitty. As we walk I remind him about why we must be careful around cars and the street because, of the possibility of being “smashed like a pancake … you see cats are not as smart as you, so they don’t know how to be careful like you are.”
As we flashed the light on to the deceased cat we talked about how sad it was that the poor kitty was dead. We didn’t linger long but as we walked back to the house I reminded him that cats are not as smart as him at being careful around cars and the street, then transitioning to dogs as well, they are not as smart as him and that some day we will get a dog and that he will have to watch the dog carefully because they are not as smart as him either. They have to be kept on a leash or in the backyard.
Later on that night, he accused ME of killing the cat … I am like “what, I didn’t do it.” He said, “Dad you are being silly.”
“No, I didn’t do it, it was already there, I just saw it when we were backing into the driveway.”
He shakes his head, and says again, “daddy’s being silly.”
“No, I did not do it.”
“You’re not telling trufth.”
“Yes, that’s the truth, I don’t tell lies.”
Jan 22, 2006
the radio
So… after Youth Church I was cleaning up the kitchen and noticed a boombox on the counter. I turned it on for some tunes. The cool thing was that the song playing as I turned it on was a song by my good friend Scott Riggan. (We were roommates in college and in each others weddings, plus, his wife is a very good friend of my wife.) I love it when that happens. I rarely listen to music on the radio anymore, so it is cool that he was on when I tuned in. To learn more about him go to www.scottriggan.com
Jan 18, 2006
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