Category Archives: Edison-Albright

Doot-Doot Cake

Posted on July 6, 2021 by Sue Edison-Swift

2021 Update Yesterday, Walter and I had fun making Doot-Doot Cake. You’ll see the original Penzeys recipe on the counter. “It’s been a long time, Umma,” said Walter. “It’s the first Doot-Doot since COVID.” Meep. Walter named a small and … Continue reading →

Posted in Edison-Albright, Family, Recipe, video | Tagged , , , , | 2 Comments

2020 Greetings!

Posted on January 14, 2020 by Sue Edison-Swift

Recently, we were surprised to find it snowing, with an inch of accumulation, as we headed out with Sam-the-Dog and Hank-the-Granddog for their nighttime walk. What a gorgeous night. Fluffy snow. Not cold. Full moon. Dogs delighted to follow bunny … Continue reading →

Posted in Edison-Albright, Edison-Swift, Family, New Year | Tagged , , , | 3 Comments

Family Sweetness

Posted on March 25, 2019 by Sue Edison-Swift

Sally named our lower-level suite–a bedroom with two single beds, play area with a pull-out couch, and a bathroom–“the family sweetness.” It’s perfect for sleepovers. Last night, the kids had a sleepover with Umma and Baba. Mindful the next morning … Continue reading →

Posted in Edison-Albright, Edison-Swift, Family | Tagged , , | 1 Comment

2018 Epiphany Letter

Posted on January 6, 2018 by Sue Edison-Swift

Last year, which felt like a decade shoved into 365 days, wasn’t all bad. We share our highlights, below.

Posted in Christmas, Edison-Albright, Edison-Swift, Family, New Year, Sam-the-Dog | Tagged , , , , , , | 2 Comments

Protected: The Decorah Chapter

Posted on August 4, 2016 by Sue Edison-Swift

There is no excerpt because this is a protected post.

Posted in Decorah, Edison-Albright, Family, Uncategorized | Tagged , , | Enter your password to view comments.

Life-Changing Grace

Posted on September 29, 2015 by Sue Edison-Swift

Since 1985, every year on October 9, I remember a terrible-wonderful time of healing and abundant grace upon grace. The first time I told the story was in the December 1986 issue of Family Computing magazine. On October 9, 2010, “Life-changing … Continue reading →

Posted in Devotion, Edison-Albright, Family | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , | 12 Comments

Amazing Sally

Posted on January 20, 2014 by Sue Edison-Swift

Almost five months old, Sally is finding her voice. Here she’s vocalizing while I’m humming Amazing Grace. Sally Bug, throughout your life, I hope you always confidently communicate. You have a beautiful voice. Love, Umma (1/18/2014)

Posted in Edison-Albright, video | Tagged , , | 2 Comments

Happy Birthday

Posted on April 23, 2013 by Sue Edison-Swift

Prepare to be charmed by 18-month-old Walter. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c9IKvx6q7SA&w=500&h=350&hd=1

Posted in Edison-Albright, video | Tagged , | Leave a comment

Let there be cake

Posted on April 28, 2012 by Sue Edison-Swift

Last week, Paul and I celebrated grandson Walter’s six-month birthday. There was cake. Walter is an easy going, happy baby, as this video demonstrates. Even with pink eye and soon-to-be ear infections, Walter giggles. Walter is an off-the-chart amazing baby, as … Continue reading →

Posted in Edison-Albright | Tagged , , , , , | 1 Comment

Best Gift

Posted on December 12, 2011 by Sue Edison-Swift

Sister-friend Laurel shared a blog post by Jonathan Liu being passed around Facebook. He writes about the “5 Best Toys of All Time.” Like many a Sunday sermon, once I get the gist my mind wanders. I got the gist of … Continue reading →

Posted in Christmas, Edison-Albright | Tagged , , , , , , , | 3 Comments