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Winning, losing: Football and life
I consider myself to be a somewhat non-competitive guy. I like to win, to persuade, to be on top of any issue, but not at the expense of another. Football has never been of much interest to me since it … Continue reading
An idea that just needs to happen
Wind turbines mounted on roadway lights, powered by the wind of cars rushing past. I was on a stretch of highway late at night recently where the lights were not working. There was a snow storm, and I could hardly … Continue reading
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Tagged light, power, resources, solutions, stewardship
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Is America Too Stupid to Cook?
I learned to cook from watching–and later asking questions of–my mother and grandmothers, all excellent cooks. That, and a lot of trial-and-error. I’m no ‘gore-may’, but I can hold my own in the kitchen, and I’m certainly not lacking in … Continue reading
A Day in the Internet
Pretty amazing set of data here. It’s mind-boggling to think of the size and scope of the internet: Created by Online Education
I love free samples
It’s my favorite brand of ground coffee, but I only buy it at Discount Drug Mart where the price is reasonable. (Now if only they had a fair-trade version.) I’m sharing the love:
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A taste of temptation
Oh, The Temptation from Steve V on Vimeo. [via The Daily Dish]
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TV Nation
There are now more television sets than people in the United States of America. It’s true at my house, too, with my new empty-nest situation and 2 televisions for one person. I actually have three sets–one my son has left … Continue reading
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Financing hogs
Yes, these are tough economic times, but I’ve found an investment that has really paid off for me. Through the website Kiva.org, I have invested a small amount of money to help a woman begin a hog farm. Rubylyn and … Continue reading
Sign of the times
Yes, it’s a joke. Available for purchase on Amazon.com. I’m thinking about ordering one for those busy weekends when parking at church is nearly impossible!
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Taking a sympathy scoop
“Prodigal Jon” writes a blog called Stuff Christians Like, and it’s full of snarky humor pointed at the things that modern Christianity seems attached to. It’s written lovingly from a believer’s point of view, but still manages to deconstruct those … Continue reading
Respect for those who differ
One of the things I’ve noticed about our new President is the respect he shows for those who differ from him. In his campaign, he seemed to have avoided much of the name-calling and slurs against his opponents. In his … Continue reading
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Tagged beliefs, faith, government, President, UCC
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Ads that move me
In this season of “best of” and award shows, there are two television commercials that really stand out for me. To me, it’s advertising at its best. One, an ad for the Discovery Channel that celebrates life with a song … Continue reading
Organizing myself
I find it hard to stay focused sometimes. This is nothing new. My 2nd grade teacher wrote on my report card that “Ronald daydreams all day long” and it’s easy to get lost in whatever catches my attention at the … Continue reading
Simplify your life
It’s not just a matter of today’s economics, it’s a matter of Christian stewardship, too. Author Leo Babauta of the ZenHabits blog offers his new e-book Thriving on Less: Simplifying in a Tough Economy as a free download. He offers helpful … Continue reading
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