Growing up, sports was a big deal between my father and my brother. Football, yes, but especially baseball. Particularly Texas Rangers baseball. Because of this, a particular local restaurant (Bobby V’s Sports Gallery Cafe) was on regular rotation in our house. Per the website: “Bobby Valentine, baseball legend and former Texas Rangers manager, founded Bobby…

One of my quickly-becoming-dearest friends has a birthday this week. This particular friend isn’t one for which you just go out and buy any old frivolous bauble. She’s so thoughtful and intentional herself that only an intentional and thoughtful gift will do. This friend also doesn’t have a massive sweet tooth, but I know for…