So people have been emailing and commenting, asking us to talk about what a day in the life of a crew guy is like. Well, when we are home with a lot of time between shows, we all have to find ways to pass the time. Usually its taking care of those “honey-do” lists like yard work or house chores, or for some its spending time with their own kids. For me, its spending time with friends and family; fellowship at the coffee house, or lunch with someone different every day, and then at night its working out or playing basketball or going to the ball game.
HOWEVER, for the last three weeks….and three more to follow……. my wife and i have been attending a “Prepared Child Birth” class for two hours every Tuesday Night. I know I have mentioned it before, but we are expecting our first boy to come into the world in June…….WOOOO HOOOO.
So the “guy” in me says that THIS IS THE BIGGEST BEATING EVER……..they didnt do these classes 100 years ago and babies were still born! Why in the world do we have to spend money for some nurse to tell us that my wife will feel pain, that I will pass out, and that ultimately a baby will be born!?!?!
Well, I always try to not be a typical “guy” in my marriage, and even though I did go into this thing with a negative attitude……..it has been absolutely AWESOME! Very informative. Very helpful. We actually look forward to the advice from the nurses, pediatricians and other parents in those classes……..not to mention the “yoga” like breathing techniques that relax me to the point of nearly falling asleep.
So, how many parents out there have the most ground breaking advice they can give to a first time dad????? Love to hear from ya!


Lindsey Cochran
April 19th, 2008 at 12:57 pmA huh and you thought it was going to be boring
It will all be worth it in a few weeks when you are actually in the room I’m sure. We all need to go to dinner again before the little guy gets here and things get crazy 
The Honey Family - elbee (Larry)
April 20th, 2008 at 7:49 amHey Wes…
A couple things to remember…
1. Your wife is not sick, ill, broken, etc. Pregancy is part of Gods plan. He is in the drivers seat and you are along for the ride…so relax and enjoy it because in a short time you could have several children and strain to recall what pregancy, delivery, etc. was like.
2. Your wife needs you to encourage her throughout the delightful event. Again, she is not sick, just having a baby. As she is faced with decisions, she will need your wisdom and support. As she nears the end of this little race, things may be a bit challenging…remind her what she is working toward…holding that little pistle whipper in her hands, looking into his face, it’s a joy that cannot be exceeded! But, it takes some work to get there.
I could go on but I said a “couple” of things so I will stop there.
We are praying for crew and band regularly. You are making a difference as you offer yourselves as slaves to righteousness! Praise God!
Larry