“I got a bad attitude about this”. That’s one of our new favorite sayings around the Sumstine house. Lisa’s work husband (who shall remain nameless but most people who know us know who he is) said this about somethings that he was anticipating and he already new he didn’t like what was about to go … Continue reading Bad Attitude
Author: Big Jimmy
Ode to Big Blue
My favorite tape measure broke the other day. I can’t count the number of things we measured together. But he’s gone. Que up the sad music ……. Ode to Big Blue Big Blue is gone – he was a tried and tested friend, He was 25 feet long from end to end The projects we … Continue reading Ode to Big Blue
I Figured It Out.
Yes – I figured it out. I figured out what happened to one of the characters in one of my favorite songs. I always wondered what happened to her. But then again, I never really took HIM into account. I never considered what would become of HIM. In one of my favorite songs, “Me and … Continue reading I Figured It Out.
When The Pickle IS The Pickle
Got a sandwich from Chik-Fil-A the other day. I know I know …. What’s the big deal ? See, I’m not really a fan of Chik-Fil-A. I just don’t really care for chicken sandwiches. Now, we could get in a discussion about people not liking Chik-Fil-A for their political or religious views, but on that, … Continue reading When The Pickle IS The Pickle
The Early Bird Gets ….
NOTHING !!! It’s 7:02 am on Monday and why am I at my computer instead of working? Well…… I pride myself on never being late. Lisa too. One thing we have tried to instill upon our daughters is to never be late. It’s a trait we consider rude. It means you think your time is … Continue reading The Early Bird Gets ….
All Roles Are Important
One thing about this bunch I live with - we do like to travel. Up and down the east coast we go. From Driving to Rhode Island to both driving and flying to Florida several times a year, and also driving to Nashville, TN and Savannah, GA - we love to be somewhere. Many trips … Continue reading All Roles Are Important
I Was Wrong.
Yes. Me. I was wrong. I know what you’re thinking. You’re thinking, “No, that can’t be. If there is one thing I have learned from BecauseJimSays.com it’s that Jim is never wrong.” NEVER wrong. But oh no. In fact, Lisa has been rumored to be starting her own blog, BecauseJimIsWrong.com. I’m man enough to admit … Continue reading I Was Wrong.
From Joy To …..
What joy !!! “Happy Happy Joy Joy” – right? You ever have that moment when you had an unexpected joy? But then – BAM !!! Joy is snatched away and replaced with disappointment. But, seriously, now that I’m sitting here typing this out, I’d have to say that the disappointment should have been expected. Now, … Continue reading From Joy To …..
Civility
We’ve lowered ourselves as a culture. Among the things that Donald Trump has done to America is, he’s brought back hate and rudeness. I’ve always felt with each generation, we were evolving as a society. But – NOPE. Trump brought back hatred. And now, you can take comfort in joining with others to hate the … Continue reading Civility
It’s All My Fault.
Yes – I admit, it’s all my fault. See, I have a few character flaws. *Side Note 1 – I know what you’re thinking. You’re thinking, “No – that’s just not true. You seem so well balanced and while not perfect, as close as one person might be.” But no, I have a few … Continue reading It’s All My Fault.
My Take on Life and Events 