Ben Wilder

We Almost Dated: My History with Miranda Lambert

You caught my eye from across the room. I’m almost sure you saw me, too. Time was frozen as I gazed your way. “Who’s that fine-looking man?” I’m almost sure I heard you say. Apparently you started singing But I’m almost sure I heard wedding bells ringing. My heart increased in rate Looking forward toContinue reading “We Almost Dated: My History with Miranda Lambert”

The Bachelorette in 500 Words or Less: Episode 1 Ashley Meets the Guys

Welcome back to the 21st century version of Love Connection! This season of the Bachelorette features Ashley Hebert (pronounced ‘a bear’) who’s determined to do things right this time around. Ashley finished third on Brad Womack’s season of The Bachelor. She blamed herself for coming up short, but vows that now she will leave withContinue reading “The Bachelorette in 500 Words or Less: Episode 1 Ashley Meets the Guys”

Sports, and Why Guys Like Them

Football. Baseball. Hockey. Basketball. Tennis. Soccer. Nascar. What do these sports have in common? There must be a winner. Of all the rules in all of sports (and let’s face it, in some sports there are way too many rules (yes I’m talking to you NFL)), requiring a winner is the single most attractive thingContinue reading “Sports, and Why Guys Like Them”

You Make Me Want To Be A Mom

You were the one He was waiting for. An adventurous person, content to follow His urging to become a mother of four. From Key West to Key West, miles and years between. Shannon, Erin, Nathan and I know you’re the best, the best Mom we’ve ever seen. When I think about trust, faith, and livingContinue reading “You Make Me Want To Be A Mom”

Liking Michael Jackson and Disliking Osama bin Laden Makes You Cooler

You’re at a wedding. The couple begins their first dance as Mr. and Mrs. Suddenly the romantic ballad stops, and Michael Jackson’s “The Way You Make Me Feel” echoes through the banquet hall as the bride and groom perform a choreographed dance. Cool. You’re standing on a rocky ledge at a marina. The water isContinue reading “Liking Michael Jackson and Disliking Osama bin Laden Makes You Cooler”