Category Archives: Family

Seven Years Ago…

Seven years ago today, I became the luckiest man on earth. On August 14, 1999, I married Miss Sunny Anne Shates at the Mt. Juliet Church of Christ in front of many friends and family members. I woke up that … Continue reading

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The Best Thing About My Day

I went home for lunch…We had Oreos for dessert. Can you tell?

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Growing Up

A couple days ago, Sunny and I went to check out a preschool program for our kids. It’s really a Mother’s Morning Out program offered by a local church here in town. We’re checking into enrolling them for one day … Continue reading

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For Abby Kate and Joshua

Two years ago today, my children were born. Sunny recalls that day on her blog. I suppose it was the most beautiful day of my life. I honestly can’t remember what our lives were like before our kids were born. … Continue reading

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Welcome to the Blogsphere!

After much deliberation and with great trepidation, Sunny Bybee has joined the blogsphere. Her blog, Double Stuf, is her online reflection as a mother of twins. You should check out her ruminations on things at the Bybee household. I’m sure … Continue reading

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Why I Love My Wife: Reason #183

So Sunny and the kids left today to head back home. They’ve been here at Lipscomb with me since last Friday. Temperatures in Nashville have been sweltering this week. Mid to upper 90’s with severe humidity. She and the kids … Continue reading

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Another Man, Number Three

Richard Beard, my brother-in-law My sister, Tara (my elder sibling by 10 years), began dating Richard when I was pretty young. I honestly can’t remember a time when Richard wasn’t around. I was probably a bit of a nuisance to … Continue reading

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Another Man, Number Four

4. William Bybee, my grandfatherMy grandfather is one of the most encouraging people I’ve ever known. I don’t think I’ve ever met a more gentle, loving man in all my life. We’re not sure how old he is (his birth … Continue reading

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For Sunny

Sunny, Today we celebrate your life. 28 years ago today, you entered the world as a bundle of warmth and joy. I guess some things never change. I hear your parents talk about your childhood and I smile. I smile … Continue reading

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A Prayer Request

My sister, Tara, sent this email to some of her friends and family. I share it with you all in the hopes that you might offer a prayer on her behalf. Hello Friends It seems somewhat selfish to send this … Continue reading

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