Author: brenfroe66

Ryan Renfroe is not only my youngest son, he is my main concert going buddy. He is a young adult man who rocks autism awesomely! This is the story of his surprise birthday present to see one of his heroes, Sir Paul McCartney during his concert stop in Little Rock, Arkansas on April 30, 2016.

I don’t claim to be the coolest dude in the world. Far from it. I am proudly not trendy.  But I am also 47 years old as I write this, so I am not really supposed to be all that cool or trendy. Now, I don’t really give a care about how you wear your…

I found a recipe that is pretty close to the Cracker Barrel pancakes. 2 cups sifted all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking soda (NOT BAKING POWDER!) 1 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon sugar 2 eggs 2 cups buttermilk oil or butter (for cooking) Sift together in a mixing bowl the flour, baking soda, salt and sugar.  In…

A message from non-smokers. Hey smokers: Your habit stinks.  It makes you smell.  It is foolish that you still do it in this day and age. The majority of us are now non-smokers in this country. I say this with all the fervor of a man who used to be a nicotine addict like you.  My brand…

I haven’t posted in a while.  To be totally honest I haven’t felt inspired or motivated to write a post since dad passed in November.  Too many things going on that have to be handled and  it seems there is not enough time to do it all. I do want to take time to talk…

November, 27 2012 I eulogized my father today. Two weeks ago, when it looked like he might pull out of his recent health spiral, we were talking about final arrangements should things go sideways with his health.  He said he wanted two hymns and he would like a Bob Wills song. He wanted to be cremated. No…

I can’t wait for this election season to be over. Everyone on Facebook and Twitter seem to think I care what their political opinions are. I am a grown man in my middle-years, you ain’t changing my mind. I never want a James Bond type missile launcher in my vehicle more than when someone pulls…

My middle school through high school years were fairly typical, I guess. There was a clearly defined social structure that developed about the time we were hitting 6th grade. School was a minefield. One miscue, a bad hair day, an embarrassing incident or any little perceived imperfection could, and often would, get you labeled and relegated to whatever…

You too can be a MacGyver. You may not be able to build a cold-fusion device using chewed gum and a paperclip, but these 99 photos actually show some cool and helpful tips, tricks and solutions using everyday items. For example: Check Out The Entire List (link) I am going to have to try some…

Ok, what is the most embarrassed you’ve been by your child in public? Deb and my oldest were in Wal Mart when he was about 4. Had to point out that the lady next to them had a mustache. Loudly. Repeatedly. “MOMMA, that woman has a mustache! Look momma!! Ladies are not supposed to have…