August 31, 2006
Yes I'm Still Alive
Thought I would drop a quick note to let everyone know I'm still alive and kicking. I'm now selling cancer plans in Nebraska, who would have thunk, not me, thats for sure. Well I'm off to the sack, big day tomorrow. God bless
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April 11, 2006
Weddings and Things
I got to do my first wedding this past weekend. Was nervous, but things went pretty well. I had to fly to LA a day early so I could get sworn in as a Deputy Commissioner of Civil Weddings or something like that. My niece asked me to perform the ceremony in Woodland Hills. It was at a very nice restaurant with the reception being at an upstairs room. Can't remember the name of the restaurant.
Like most weddings I've been to I went ahead and read from 1 Cor. 13, the "love" chapter. Mona, one of my sister's friends said it wasn't perfect but that was what gave it the personal touch. I think it was a compliment.
Well much catching up to do and clothes to wash. Bye for now...
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December 12, 2005
eHarmony and a New Life
Much is changing in my life right now. The culmination of years of miss-steps and miss- deeds on my part, yet God has richly blessed me with new relationships. One very special relationship has me moving to Lincoln NE soon and it all comes about through the use of eHarmony.
You can get a glimpse of that new relationship by visiting her blog, just started. Signature Blessings
I'll write more as time allows.
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February 28, 2005
GodBlogCon
The dates are set for GodBlogCon , October 13th (Thursday) through the 15th (Saturday) at Biola University. It would be great to be able to go and meet so many I've blogged with. We'll see!
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February 26, 2005
On Being Interviewed
I got involved with this game over at Pastor Tod Bolsinger's site It Takes A Church. Rebecca asked for an interview and Tod agreed. He then asked five other people to join in the "Interview game" We would agree to be interviewed by him and in turn agree to interview five of our readers. Here are his questions to me. If you would like to play, send me a request through my comments form asking to be interviewed. The only stipulation is you have to agree to interview five other people.
1. Does that cartoon picture really look like you?
The short answer is no. If you worked with Movable Type much you not doubt have come across Elise’s site “Learning Movable Type.” She mentioned a tool called Portrait Illustration Maker. Her portrait turned out pretty good, so I gave it a try. My family howled when they saw it, said it liked like Jesus. How do they know? You can see my real tent on my photo page. (Hint; I’m the one with the beard)
2. What's the best metaphor for understanding a Christian worldview?
First we have to define what you mean by world view. Here is the one I’m using, taken from one of the pages on my site.
A world view is a set of presuppositions and beliefs that someone uses to interpret and form opinions about life.” I might add to this, actions as well.
That said, life in the military would be a good metaphor for a Christian worldview. When lived according to the Uniform Code of Military Justice, it works and the goals of the one whom you serve are most often accomplished. You can’t have every Tom, Dick and Harry going about things in Iraq like they think is best. The individual doesn’t know the bigger picture. What they may be doing at any given time may not make much sense to them, but it is a small piece of the pie that will eventually bring about the goals of the commander.
3. What's the best part of raising twins?
Built in playmates, hands down. A close second was all the attention we got when we went out in public. The first few months were hell, as they almost never slept at the same time. One would be up every two hours. We thought we would die from sleep deprivation. Once they synced up and started interacting with each other, it was easier than raising one at a time. Praise God there were two of us to care for them. My heart breaks for the single parent who has to do it alone, God bless them.
4. What was the first Henri Nouwen book you read?
Wounded Healer. I received it upon graduation from my Stephen Ministry training. Very helpful then, and I’ve started rereading it because of your question. Thank you.
5. Describe the church you've always wanted to belong to?
I enjoy a small congregation. My current church East Parkway Bible Church is about 140 people. The Word should be preached line upon line. The leadership is male, not because they do it better, often women are far better at tending the bruises of the sheep, but because God’s word says it is a man’s role. The elders are passionate about protecting the flock from the wolves in sheep’s clothing. The Lordship and Deity of Jesus is a given. There is no debate on this subject, period! The atmosphere at worship time is one of deep reverence and joy, no carnival. If you’re in Roseville Ca. at 9:30 sometime, stop by an worship with us.
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January 25, 2005
Personalizing Your Blog
Here is a fun utility to play with.Portrait Illustration Maker - Let's make an original icon!! Make a self portrait and post to you blog, web site, etc.
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