Did you know that today is Fat Tuesday? I always thought that was a rather amusing name for a holiday… 🙂 Fat Tuesday, Mardi Gras, or where I used to live they call it Carnival… whatever you call it, it is the one day of decadence before you fast for Lent. During Lent, you give…
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Help, or Harassment? Freedom, or Indifference?
I have been trying to process some thoughts all day. Thought I would air them out here, and see if I can figure something out that way. I have mentioned before that I have a friend who has been raked through the coals for a few poor decisions he made (that he admits), and even…
It Is Done
Well, I did it. I actually did it! Last night, I clicked Finish Submission, and it was done. I got the happy little e-mail saying “Thanks!”, and it was done. In 6 weeks or so, I should have the first copies in my hand. A Journey Shared is now a reality! The book I mentioned…
The Etymology Of The Word "Hiccough"
In response to a request for the origin of the word “hiccough”… here’s one thing I found. I found it on the internet, so take it for what it’s worth. Do some more research before you accept it as completely true. 🙂 Take Our Word For It Page two, Words to the Wise: “From Lee…
Hiccoughs
Do you remember reading books as a kid, and wondering what in the world the word “hiccoughs” was? I do! I thought, “What is a hicCOUGH? I know hicCUPS… not hicCOUGHs.” Well, however you spell it, I have an interesting ability. First, a brief background. My Dad is the king of the hiccup (we’ll go…
The Mac Mini
You heard it here, as soon as it was made public… the new Apple computer that fits in the palms of your hands, and weighs a ridiculous 2 pounds… is creating quite a buzz. Lots of talk amongst computer folk on the internet about this little power-packed ‘puter. (As Alex likes to refer to them……
Books, anyone?
I mentioned in the previous blog that I am thinking of writing a book on a simliar subject to Max Lucado’s It’s Not About Me book. I will let you know how work progresses on that book, I had a pretty significant idea for layout of the book today, which is the first step toward…
It’s Not About Me
New book on the shelf (from our amazing Library system… any book I want.. FOR FREE! Amazing!) It’s Not About Me – by Max Lucado Read the first couple chapters this morning. He is a great writer. Simple, engaging, says things in a way that makes you want to think about them more. I think…
A Winning Attitude?
I mentioned in previous NFL postings that I have a really hard time rooting for any player or especially a whole team who just exudes arrogance. But it seems that two of the most arrogant teams in the NFL made it to the Big Dance. (That’s the Super Bowl, for those less versed in NFL…
I Call You Friends
I was listening to one of our many Wayne Jacobsen audio MP3s today… and he was talking about how in his many travels and speaking engagements, he loves to spend time with the folks there before he gets up to speak. The conversations are always open and genuine and great. Then he is introduced as…