Some famous President made "fireside chats" a household term. What is sweeping the nation (atleast from Castle Dale to Cedar City) are "Sunday Chats". Ever since our purchase of the IMac we have had the capability of talking via IChat. This allowed us to visit with Ryan and his family as well as Jason and his family. The IMac craze has infiltrated Cedar City and has permeated the Esplin home with their recent purchase. My technology savvy parents have welcomed the connectivity that this has brought them. Since their technology advancement we have been able to chat with them on a regular basis. Each Sunday we gather round the computer and visit with them. It is nice for them to see Parker and for Parker to see them. These chats also provide an eventful scene in which Parker tries to kiss the screen when he wants to give them "loves". It is also entertaining when Grandpa breaks out "Brutus" (Ohio State mascot). The latest addition has been "John the Baptist", a hand puppet that needs a haircut. Parker has slowly welcomed him to the chats but seems to prefer "Brutus" and the Ohio State fight song.
These "Sunday Chats" are a highlight and something that we look forward to. From talking about my dads retirement and his feelings on teaching to pulling a screaming Parker away from the screen, it is creating memories for us that even the President of the United States can't do.
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