Heh, I like this. A Puzzle Floor would look fabulous in the upstairs gameroom. Click the pic for a better look. * Via Luxist, a website for stuff nobody can afford. I don't know who's buying that stuff.
Tag: sin
Review: Help! Mom! Hollywood's in My Hamper!
Written by Katharine DeBrecht, the same woman who did Help! Mom! There Are Liberals Under My Bed!, this book takes a kid-friendly crack at Hollywood's influence on our children. Hollywood "look-alikes" (ahem) keep popping out of the closet and advising children that their lives are wrong! The Hollywood elites tell the girls what to eat, … Continue reading Review: Help! Mom! Hollywood's in My Hamper!
In Love on God's Timetable
I love to hear about new love, especially when it's rooted in faith in the Lord. My wife and I, as you know, "re-began" (if that's a word) our marriage based on just this type of faith. Jeff at Think Sink is asking for prayers for him: Yes, friends and stray readers (and you know … Continue reading In Love on God's Timetable
Government and Morals
Here's a discussion question for today (and totally unrelated to Boo Boo the chicken). Does government have the right to enforce morality? In Black Jack, Missouri, population 6800, a local ordinance says three people or more people may not live together in a single family home unless they are related by "blood, marriage or adoption". … Continue reading Government and Morals
Government Fails to Stop Prayer
I chuckled at thsi story. Isn't it prohibited for the US Government to prohibit freedom of religion? They succeed often, but not this time. The graduating students stood up and prayed The Lord's Prayer and the crowd gave them a standing ovation. Earlier in the day, a federal judge had banned prayers from the ceremony … Continue reading Government Fails to Stop Prayer
If I Had a Nickel for Every Time…
Do you think the words, "In God We Trust" will be eliminated from US Currency in our lifetime? In Dallas, they're already done it. The cover of the Keller ISD school's annual depicts the 2005 Liberty Nickel – complete with the face of Thomas Jefferson – but the words "In God We Trust" are missing. … Continue reading If I Had a Nickel for Every Time…
Stock Market Update
In case you wonder why I choose a Mechanical Investing method (no buying or selling based on "feelings," just a database sort,) here's what the market analysis have to say about today (dynamic link, will be out of date after today): 9:00am Still shaping up to be a modestly higher open for the indices as … Continue reading Stock Market Update
Caption This!
Three Parrots
Three parrots went down the chute. Wait till the end. Pardon the one relatively minor cuss word, I don't know how to edit gif files. 
Boycotting and Protesting "The Da Vinci Code"
The protests are getting louder. Christians aren't yet rioting in the street a la the Muslim cartoon jihad, but if they were, would mainstream media be more sympathetic to Christians? Meanwhile, controversy is raging worldwide. Legislators in the Philippines have petitioned for the film to be banned from that country; hundreds of protesters took to … Continue reading Boycotting and Protesting "The Da Vinci Code"
Outsourcing Prayer Lines
I stumbled across this disturbing piece yesterday while reading the news. Major television ministries are outsourcing their prayer lines to India! The more I read, the more hot under the collar I got. DES MOINES — Last month, Lori Danes, 43, called the prayer line of a major television ministry and requested prayer for her … Continue reading Outsourcing Prayer Lines
Border Placebo
Anything to get the American people off his back. I think years of liberals gnawing on Bush, I think they've finally eaten his backbone. Apparently Bush is going to propose some help for the Border Police by sending in the National Guard. Except the National Guard won't be able to actually do anything. And it's … Continue reading Border Placebo
The Da Vinci Code is Anti-Christian
North American Mission Board (NAMB) commissioned Zogby to poll the effects of that piece of blasphemous anti-Christian trash, The Da Vinci Code. Among the key findings - The more familiar a person was with the book, the more likely they would consider the claims of The Da Vinci Code to be true. The more familiar … Continue reading The Da Vinci Code is Anti-Christian
Cheapest Gas in Your Zip Code
Sweet! Just enter your zip code in the site below, and MSN will tell you which gas stations have the cheapest prices (and the highest) on gas in your zip code. It's updated every evening. Just click on the link. You will see a map of your area; just scroll down for a listing of … Continue reading Cheapest Gas in Your Zip Code
Bird Flu Hits Florida Trailer Park
Tragic. Just tragic. Me, I'm drinking Dasani from now on. I'd hate to catch the Evian flu.
Boycotting "Da Vinci Code"
Am I boycotting the "Da Vinci Code" movie? Or am I just refusing to go see it? The nuance is hard to discern. Christians Plan Boycott of 'Da Vinci Code' by Robert B. Bluey Posted May 04, 2006 Christian activists are planning a boycott of the soon-to-be-released Da Vinci Code movie, which one influential pro-family … Continue reading Boycotting "Da Vinci Code"
One Another and Each Other
I came across this collection of "One Another and Each Other" verses as listed in the bible. I didn't know where to put it, so I'm putting it here. 😛 One Anothers and Each Others Bible Verses (NIV) Accept one another Romans 15:7 Administer true justice to one another Zechariah 7:9 Admonish one another Colossians … Continue reading One Another and Each Other
News That Irritates Me
There are too many topics to blog about so I got the "deer in the headlights" frozen stare going and didn't blog about any of them. Work has been busy, sun was in my eyes, blah blah blah. Here's stuff in the news that's irritating today: Houston Police assures illegal immigrants that they don't have … Continue reading News That Irritates Me
United 93
The movie was haunting. By the end of the movie you were on the edge of your seat, sickened because you already know what is going to happen. The director did a terrific job of presenting it as a factual movie, without any director's opinion, in a "this is what happened, this is what they … Continue reading United 93
Two Year Blogiversary
One year ago, Chasing the Wind was one year old. One year later, Chasing the Wind is one year older. Do the math. 🙂 Last year, 764 posts and 54,000 visitors since April 27, 2004 making 2,825 comments. This year, 1,237 posts and 5,077 comments, 162,279 visitors. Wheee doggy! I've enjoyed each and every one … Continue reading Two Year Blogiversary
Yes, Jesus loves me….
Jesus loves me this I know, For the Bible tells me so. But the Dems all grind an axe Shut God up with higher tax. Yes Jesus Loves MEEEE. Yes Jesus Loves MEEEE Yes Jesus Loves MEEEE. The Bible tells me so. Mr. Dean can go pound sand. He and his little angry band. Makes … Continue reading Yes, Jesus loves me….
Sneaky Texas Legislature and Taxes
So, if the state has collected too much money, maybe as high as $10 billion, do you think those sneaky dogs in Austin ought to - a) refund the money because citizens are complaining about property taxes, or b) tax businesses too! Yeehaw! If you answered (b), you can be a Texas legislator, too! Those … Continue reading Sneaky Texas Legislature and Taxes
Occupy Yourself
Looks like it's going to be a busy week - on Wednesday, for instance. I have 3 all-day meetings with 3 separate groups located 35 miles apart. I suppose I'll figure out Tuesday what I'll do. In the meantime, here's a box of puppies to keep you smiling.
Free BBQ Grill
This is the ultimate in resourcefulness! I particularly like the higher shelf which can be used for keeping things warm! You can get a free BBQ grill from any of the following stores: Costco Home Depot Fry's Kroger Safeway Sam's Club Target Wal-Mart Here's a picture of the free BBQ grill:
Remember Easter
Celebrating Easter may be an excellent time to spend time with family, hide the eggs and eat the chocolate bunnies, but remember this year what Easter is - it is the ressurection of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Review: Help! Mom! There are Liberals Under My Bed!
This was an amusing look at two boys that open a lemonade stand so they can save money for a swingset. They're good little boys and want to work for the swingset because their parents tell them it'll make them better people. But then... horror! One liberal after another shows up, setting new rules for … Continue reading Review: Help! Mom! There are Liberals Under My Bed!
Blog Tweaks
I added some plugins to the WordPress today - 1 - On the sidebar, you can see who's logged in and who's visiting. You're not alone! Dozens of strangers are surfing with you. This is the WP-Useronline plugin from GaMerZ. 2 - Did you need a printer-friendly version of a post of mine? There's now … Continue reading Blog Tweaks
Review: The Witness
I recently finished "The Witness" by Dee Henderson, and enjoyed it a lot. I can't tell you how much pleasure it was to read about characters that treat each other with respect, look out for each other unselfishly and sacrificially, then go to the Lord in prayer before making major decisions. In this book, the … Continue reading Review: The Witness
Immigration Reform on Hold
I'm glad, the US Senate was rushing this through to give us a watered-down feel-good bill that would change nothing. What would the bill do to illegal aliens? - If they were here illegally, they would be in trouble. - Perhaps they would be given a misdemeanor. - Then they would be made US citizens. … Continue reading Immigration Reform on Hold
Sad News
A moment of silence, please. Please join me in remembering a great icon of the entertainment community. The Pillsbury Doughboy died yesterday of a yeast infection and trauma complications from repeated pokes in the belly. He was 71. Doughboy was buried in a lightly greased coffin. Dozens of celebrities turned out to pay their respects, … Continue reading Sad News
Liberty Legal Institute
A recent comment indicates that some people are under the impression... well, I'll let the comment speak for itself: Characterizing the court battles of religious symbols in public as “prohibiting the free expression of Christianity†is highly disingenuous, however. The court battles have been about government sponsorship of such expressions, not about individual expression of … Continue reading Liberty Legal Institute
Responsible Parenting
Tony at Sand in the Gears claim the title of "Father of the Year." It is the voice of a librarian, a schoolteacher, a junior senator from New York, or some other such female-type killjoy. I am physiologically and ideologically predisposed to ignore such voices. I continue my instruction. "Sir!" "You're whacking your baby's head … Continue reading Responsible Parenting
Illegal Immigration
When 500,000 immigrants, many of them illegal, march upon a city, doesn't it sort of prove the point that we need to enforce existing immigration laws? Update: Since it was Sunday afternoon when I wrote that, I spent only a short amount of time on it. But here's the point - if illegal immigrants are … Continue reading Illegal Immigration
Kenya Mission, Day 6
January 1, 2006 Today's Swahili phrase: Jambo, which means "Howdy" in Texan. We used this word more than any other, I think, and it was so easy to pronounce. I meant to write these faster and closer together, but the work load skyrocketed on me the last couple of weeks. Several of you have encouraged … Continue reading Kenya Mission, Day 6
Civilization Expansion
It's odd how you could read a website for months and years, and then suddenly something unexpected is posted that leaves you wondering what the heck that was all about. Today may be one of those days for you. My favorite way to relax is to play Civilization IV. Challenging, intellectually stimulating, full of history … Continue reading Civilization Expansion
Sola Scriptura
I confess the first time I'd ever heard this term was about a year ago in an email with Sean. As I was raised Catholic, accepted Christ while attending a lesser-known evangelistic church and have since joined a Baptist church, I lean toward the "bible is sufficient" philosophy. I am open, however, to additional teachings, … Continue reading Sola Scriptura
Brains and Beauty
Some people are truly gifted.
Spotlight: Jennifer Sands
When I read an encouraging story about someone who has overcome tremendous struggles by leaning on Christ, I want to shine a spotlight. Here's Jennifer Sands in the Agape Press: Author and 9/11 Widow's Second Book Shares Ongoing Faith Journey By Allie Martin March 15, 2006 (AgapePress) - A woman whose husband was killed in … Continue reading Spotlight: Jennifer Sands
Pink Panther Returns
I wrote last month about how I'm having trouble enjoying Hollywood movies and critiqued the latest Pink Panther movie as an example. Needless sexual entendre and poorly implemented slapstick spoiled what could have been a funny movie. The American Spectator today agrees: In addition to that first tedious scene of Clouseau trying to park a … Continue reading Pink Panther Returns
Subscribe by Email
I'm going to try out a service called "Feedblitz" that let's you subscribe to Chasing the Wind via email. In the sidebar to the left is a little box for you to enter your email address, and then once a day you will get all the new posts neatly summarized in a single email. I … Continue reading Subscribe by Email
Kenya Mission, Day 5
December 31, 2005 Today's Swahili phrase: Mungu aku bariki, meaning "God bless you." Woke up this morning and fixed a group breakfast. Staying in a compound with very considerate Christians is a blessing - every helped with breakfast preparation and cleanup almost to the point where were were tripping over each other. We were almost … Continue reading Kenya Mission, Day 5
Coming Out of Denial and Discovering Our Sin
21st Century Reformation has a beautiful article on Sanctification, what it is and what it isn't. Go read the article, reflect on it, then come back. Or stay there, that's ok. 😛 Just before Part 1, the author writes about the problems with a "therapeutic approach" to Christianity, that somehow one's expression of love is … Continue reading Coming Out of Denial and Discovering Our Sin
Cartoons of Blasphemy
The decision to publish (or not publish) the Dreaded Cartoons of Blasphemy that have the Islam "Religion of Peace" so riled up isn't such a clear cut decision. Let's look at the options: Let's say you're a Boston Globe and you happily publish pictures of the Virgin Mary covered with dung. Publishing the Muslim cartoons … Continue reading Cartoons of Blasphemy
Colossians 3:15-17
Today's Daily Manna verse is beautiful reminder of the joy of Christian living. In Colossians 3:15-17, Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. Let the message of Christ dwell among you richly as you teach and admonish one another … Continue reading Colossians 3:15-17
Kenya Mission, Day 4
December 30, 2005 Goodness, can it be Friday already? We left Houston Tuesday afternoon and we're still not at our final destination. It's like Africa is on the other side of the world or something. 😛 We woke up in the Methodist Guest House in Nairobi, and in the light we could see how quaint … Continue reading Kenya Mission, Day 4
Question On Sin
Ok, two newsletters in the last two days are prompting me to ask a question. I know there are some very knowledgeable Christians here, even an occasional pastor, that can answer this question. I've always been taught that part of growing closer to God is acknowledging that I am a sinner. And by golly, hard … Continue reading Question On Sin
Kenya Mission, Day 2 & 3
December 28, 2005 We arrived in London at Heathrow Airport after the overnight, overseas flight, about as refreshed as, well, people that had been on an overnight, overseas flight. Simple little trip over to Gatwick; our flight to Nairobi doesn't leave until tomorrow so we have an afternoon here. I learned something about London. It … Continue reading Kenya Mission, Day 2 & 3
Why Does Iran Want Nukes?
So they can nuke someone. Duh. Here's the latest fatwah out of Iran: The spiritual leaders of the ultra-conservatives [in Iran] have accepted the use of nuclear weapons as lawful in the eyes of the shari'a. Mohsen Gharavian, a disciple of [Ayatollah] Mesbah Yazdi [who is Iranian President Ahmadinejad's spiritual mentor], has spoken for the … Continue reading Why Does Iran Want Nukes?
Presbyterian Church Membership Losses
The Presbyterian Church USA has lost over 2 million members since 1967. They project to lose another 85,000 members this year, accelerating the loss from 65,000 last year. Why? Albert Mohler suggests it is because of the embrace of theological liberalism. As these researchers demonstrated, the embrace of what they called "lay liberalism" led massive … Continue reading Presbyterian Church Membership Losses
Kenya Mission, Day 1
December 27, 2005 I've been remiss in my blogging duties; oddly, I actually crossed "blog about Kenya" off my todo list accidentally, and it wasn't until a friend email yesterday that I realized I had not written about this trip. Let me preface this whole adventure by saying that I thank God for the opportunity … Continue reading Kenya Mission, Day 1
Mainstream Media Sour Grapes
Amazing. The mainstream media criticized Dick Cheney for not releasing information on this weekend's shooting fast enough (even though it appears quick enough to me), then criticized him when the news was released to a local Texas newspaper instead of the gaggle of Washington reporters. Now they're critical of him because he chose to release … Continue reading Mainstream Media Sour Grapes
Put On a Happy Face
I don't think it's any surprise that Republicans are happier than Democrats, what with the "angry left" vitriol I read in the news. What is surprising to me that Republicans have been happier than Democrats by such a wide margin every year since the Pew Research Center started polling in 1972. Also no surprise: conservatives … Continue reading Put On a Happy Face
Democrats Misplay "God Card"
I wrote last July that I fully expected the liberal Democrat party to try and claim Christianity for themselves under the name of "progressive Christianity." A prime example is in USAToday recently that tries to show that "playing the God card" isn't working for George Bush and the Republicans. Even if, as the author admits, … Continue reading Democrats Misplay "God Card"
Review: Brokenness
Have you gone through trying times, and wondered what God's plan is or was? Are you going through them now? I have. There was a time about 9 years ago that I wondered what in the world God was trying to teach me. How in the heck could I possibly be in this mess? I … Continue reading Review: Brokenness
248 Days
The best 248 days I could ever ask for - and I did ask for them, and God blessed me. Happy Valentines Day, my beautiful wife.
The Left Hand of God
I was going to comment on the Talk2Action.org's latest post, but after reading their "Terms of Use" that says their goal is to "combat the abuses of the religious right," I decided my viewpoint would not be welcome there. So I'll post here. Note to Talk2Action authors, if you read here: Chasingthewind enforces a similar … Continue reading The Left Hand of God
Johari Window
More out of curiosity's sake, what do you think? Click on this Johari window and let me know. * Tip from Spinthemoon.
Where They Stand
I've been playing with this idea for a while, and I'm giving it a shot today. If it turns out I don't like this idea, I can always delete it later. 😛 (I'm going to edit this post as necessary to clarify the intent, so don't be surprised when the wording changes.) I want to … Continue reading Where They Stand
Barry Manilow is Back
This just in: Barry Manilow is back. I'm going to confess that I enjoyed his sappy '70's love songs in a confidently masculine way. I know many of his songs sounded the same, but so what. So does disco and rap. So it's good to see him making a comeback, this time singing 50's classics. … Continue reading Barry Manilow is Back
This Keeps Me Up at Night, Too
Record Sales of Sleeping Pills Are Causing Worries
Painted Room Illusions
Artist Felice Varinia has created painted room illusions that, if you stand in the right spot, a 3D pattern appears. Here's an example. From the entranceway you see this messy paint job: But when you move the the right spot, this startling image emerges: There's more fascinating pictures of 3D rooms here.
Snail Mail Spam
Capital One sends me an offer for credit by mail. Every. Single. Day. You'd think after I ignored the first 5,367 solicitations they'd figure out I'm not interested. The ones that bug me the most are the ones where they trick me by pretending to be something important. One of the offers this week was … Continue reading Snail Mail Spam
Best Presidential Face
The next President of the United States must have an aura of pomposity, and air of importance about them that lends weight to the office. If you pit Condoleezza against Hillary, who has the most impressive look? Here's the Republican candidate: Not bad, not bad at all. If I was a terrorist, I'd run fleeing. … Continue reading Best Presidential Face
Mechanical Investing News
The Mechanical Investing strategy I've been following since 1998 is in the news at the Motley Fool today. Here are some excerpts, part 1 of 2: Want 50% Annual Returns? By Jim Fink (TMF Hamp) January 30, 2006 In my years of reading The Motley Fool, I've been particularly interested in the Fool boards on … Continue reading Mechanical Investing News
Dropdown Blogroll List
This is for the webgeeks out there, not for the regular visitors. 🙂 Based on a suggestion by Podz, I've changed the way the Blogroll is displayed. Blogrolling by default gives you a long listing of all the blogs, but that's gotten way too cumbersome. I wanted some sort of collapsible, dropdown menu. There are … Continue reading Dropdown Blogroll List
Parking Lot Angst
Preface: obviously, it's a slow news day. I haven't actually spent a lot of time thinking about this, but it beats that news item about Splash, the Amazing Swimming Dog That Can Do Things Mary Jo Can't. For those inclined to commiserate, instruct, condemn, console, well, here's your chance to do all of that. I … Continue reading Parking Lot Angst
"Lost Liberty" Hotel One Step Closer
I wrote about this last year after that dreadful Supreme Court Kelo decision - that the government can confiscate private property if it can be shown taxes can be increased. Increased taxes historically haven't been considered part of the "public use" definition in the Constitution. Churches in particular have been worried since they're tax exempt. … Continue reading "Lost Liberty" Hotel One Step Closer
"Book of Daniel" Cancelled
Good riddance to bad rubbish. Axed because of low ratings, high criticism, and advertisers withdrawing ads. When the people most upset about the cancellation are gays and lesbians, then there's little mystery why conservative Christians were offended. I have an idea: why not produce a Christian series that portrays Christians in a positive light? Say, … Continue reading "Book of Daniel" Cancelled
Don't Click It
Just don't click it. This was a very interesting experiment for me since I seem to be developing some tendenitis in my right forefinger I use for clicking. A web-design interface with no clicking is appealing, though trying to teach computer-challenged people how to use it might be difficult.
Only From the Mind of Minolta
I've owned Minolta cameras my whole life. Guess I need a new brand. Minolta is abandoning the camera market. TOKYO (Reuters) - Japan's Konica Minolta Holdings Inc. (4902.T) said on Thursday it would withdraw from the camera and color film businesses, marking the end to one of the best known brands in the photography world. … Continue reading Only From the Mind of Minolta
Hollywood vs. America
Here are the top grossing movies of 2005, the movies America saw most often: Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe War of the Worlds Wedding Crashers Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Batman Begins Madagascar … Continue reading Hollywood vs. America
Age Activated Attention Deficit Disorder
Recently, I was diagnosed with A.A.A.D.D. - Age Activated Attention Deficit Disorder. This is how it manifests: I decided to wash my car. As I start toward the garage, I notice that there is mail on the hall table. I decide to go through the mail before I wash the car. I lay my car … Continue reading Age Activated Attention Deficit Disorder
Another Station Drops "Book of Daniel"
I already blasted this television show as being offensive to Christians. Apparently it started airing this week, and NBC affiliates are dropping "Book of Daniel." This Nashville station was the 7th to drop it this week. NASHVILLE, Tenn. - NBC's Nashville affiliate has closed "The Book of Daniel" after the show, whose main character is … Continue reading Another Station Drops "Book of Daniel"
Error Message Generator
Create your own error message here.
What is a Sesquicentennial, anyway?
For my sins, I have been asked to organize our county's 150th birthday party.
a 2nd view of the UFO
UFO: Here is a different view of the object we photographed today at Pedernales Falls State Park, near Johnson City, Texas.
An interesting picnic
UFO: It's funny what you find in your pictures after you come home from a day outdoors. We took this image today at Pedernales Falls State Park, near Johnson City, Texas. Looks pretty cheesy. I guess they're aliens from a tacky planet.
I want to ride my bicycle
... I don’t ride for the politics of it. I ride because it’s fun...
Merry Christmas
I wish you and yours the merriest Christmas ever. The birth of our savior is indeed cause for celebration, and I hope that the time you spend with family and friends is a joyous time.
It's a BK Holiday!
I was sure I posted this last year, but dang (or ding) I can't find it anywhere. So without further adieu, click the picture and ding, fries are done. Would you like an apple pie with that?
WordPress, Yahoo, Akismet
If you've ever been interested in your own blog, there are a bunch of free choices out there. Blogger.com (owned by Google) and Livejournal.com are two free ones that come to mind. I'm not as familiar with Typepad, but that's an option, too. Chasing the Wind uses WordPress, and now they've persuaded Yahoo to host … Continue reading WordPress, Yahoo, Akismet
Still Boycotting Winter Holiday
I'm still boycotting the neopagan Winter Holiday, whatever that is. For this next year, I'm taking it one step further. Listen up schools, businesses, and retail stores: Christmas is a federal holiday, an official United States holiday. If you can't acknowledge that it's Christmas, I want nothing to do with you. I will assume that … Continue reading Still Boycotting Winter Holiday
Review: What's the Deal with Wicca?
What's the Deal with Wicca by Steve Russ is a "deeper look into the dark side of today's witchcraft." The author gives a quite detailed picture of Wicca and why it appeals to teenagers expecially, and compares it to Christianity. If you are a teenager or know a teenage considering Wicca, knowing about this religion … Continue reading Review: What's the Deal with Wicca?
Unattended Children
Just a warning to parents. Found this picture at The Insomniac:
U.S. Politics Manipulated by Liberal Media
A three year old story hits the front page of the NY Times. The NSA started doing eavesdopping samplings after 9/11 to track down those "sleeper cells" we Americans were concerned about. Would there be another terrorist attack? Note that this story is an old story around since 2002. Also... The Senate considers filibustering an … Continue reading U.S. Politics Manipulated by Liberal Media
The Cellist's Challenges
Like an artist’s brushstrokes, music can be very revealing, and each note can be a signature of the musician.
Little Linkage
Short topics, small commentary today. I have a book review I'll try to do at lunch, but this should hold you till then. An oddity I've noticed: the more I post, the less you comment. There were over 400 visitors yesterday to Chasing the Wind and only 1 comment (and that one appeared to be … Continue reading Little Linkage
Wiping Israel Off the Map
I forgot where I found this link, but it's spreading quickly. The United Nations held a Palestinian Appreciation Day and gave thanks for suicide bombers. On the back wall behind Kofi Anna is a map of the Middle East with Israel conspicuously missing. I didn't find it at Wizbang, though Jay Tea has a great … Continue reading Wiping Israel Off the Map
Yes, This is Kenya
I'm not quite sure what to think of this. Radical ride : An ostrich jockey rides a two-year old male ostrich during a training at a Ostrich farm in Kitengela, Kenya. (AFP/Simon Maina) I hope when Diane and I go on our mission trip to Kenya that we're not expected to ride an ostrich.
A Non-Christian Narna
People that hate Christians should not go see "The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe." The Guardian Unlimited, England's ultra liberal rag, says "Narnia represents everything that is most hateful about religion." Exceprts: The Christian radio station Premier is urging churches to hold services on the theme of The Gospel According to Narnia. Even the … Continue reading A Non-Christian Narna
2005 Weblog Awards
I'm hopping on the bandwagon a little late, but I want to endorse 2 blogs for the 2005 Weblog Awards. No, I didn't enter Chasing the Wind. Probably won't, either; not my cup o' tea. Voting takes place here for Best of the Top 6751 - 8750 Blogs; register your vote for BitterSweetLife. And voting … Continue reading 2005 Weblog Awards
A Simple Light
"In all of this haste, all of this shopping, all of this worrying about budgets and finding the right thing for that difficult-to-shop-for friend, amidst the travel and houses full of family, the grumpy uncles and the weepy aunts, it’s hard to remember this time of year offers some beautiful opportunities."
Twas the Lights Before Christmas
I saw a copy of this last week, but now Snopes has the details. See the most amazing Christmas Light show set to Wizards of Winter and Jingle Bells. * Tip from Res Ipsa Loquitur.
Sleeping at Your Desk
Ten things to say when caught sleeping at your desk: 10. "They told me at the Blood Bank this might happen." 9. "This is just a 15 minute power nap they raved about in the time management course you sent me to!" 8. "Whew! Guess I left the top off the Whiteout. You probably got … Continue reading Sleeping at Your Desk
Look Around You
"...Orion looked like he had freckles."
Wednesday Writings
Some good reading links for today: Michelle Malkin finds a liberal on television that thinks conservatives are hateful and angry. Then gives examples of the angry left that are hard to top. Accessorized by a permanent scowl (hard to believe she was once considered a comedienne), Ms. Garofalo accused conservatives of having "an anger management … Continue reading Wednesday Writings
Open Comments
Whew. Swamped. So today is *your* day. Here's an open comments thread. What do you want to talk about? Edit: Alright, alright. Here's a picture of some meerkats while you're thinking:
Inviting the Illegal Aliens
At Sand in the Gears, Tony first opined that enforcing immigration laws is not a Christian thing to do. After taking some heat for that statement, he addressed their comments and challenged Christians to rethink their position on illegal immigration. On his latter post I took the position that although I agreed with his sentiment, … Continue reading Inviting the Illegal Aliens
Introductions
Another Guest Blogger has graciously volunteered to post occasionally. It would sound more important if I said "joined our staff," but since there's only 3 of us, we're too small to be a staff. Maybe we're a rod. Anyway, my son Alex is on the team with Stephen and me. A couple of other family … Continue reading Introductions
Thanksgiving Weather Report
Turkeys will thaw in the morning, then warm in the oven to an afternoon high near 190°F. The kitchen will turn hot and humid, and if you bother the cook, be ready for a severe squall or cold shoulder. During the late afternoon and evening, the cold front of a knife will slice through the … Continue reading Thanksgiving Weather Report
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