Delving into the uncertainties of life with enthusiastic curiosity
As one who no longer embraces Christianity, the Christmas holiday presents an interesting moment of reflection. It’s one of those moments where it seems like there would be a vacuum where there used to be religious devotion. Instead of a spiritual vacuum, I’ve discovered that my enjoyment of this holiday has simplified and grown more personally profound.
Celebrating 10 years of marriage with Krista today. I have so much respect and love for this woman and the wisdom, strength, beauty, and gentleness she radiates on a daily basis. I’ve said “I love you” maybe 8000 times in that span. I once heard a fancy preacher say that love is simply a commitment... Continue Reading →
When you try your best but you don't succeed When you get what you want but not what you need When you feel so tired but you can't sleep Stuck in reverse ~ Coldplay's song, "Fix You" $666.51. That was how much the brand new couch would set me back. I didn't really have the... Continue Reading →
On Turning 40 I recently had a birthday and hit the big 4-0, so I want to reflect on this momentous milestone. I don't connect well to the tired "over the hill" jokes that come along with this particular age, mostly because I don't feel old. I don't feel like I am over the hill,... Continue Reading →
About twice a year, I get inspired to write an "As Of Late" post, though this is the first time I've titled it as such. This post is that sort of thing, so if you are looking for that N.T. Wright book summary I promised to continue working on, you should move on, but come... Continue Reading →
The last post of 2010! I'm certain to leave things out, but these are the two happenings of 2010 that stand out in my mind as the most significant. Family This was a great year for Krista and I, as we are learning a lot together. Once two people get married, it's normal at some... Continue Reading →
I'm re-inventing myself at work. I'm overhauling what I do and the way I do it, because if I keep on doing what I've been doing for the last couple of years, I'm gonna pop a spring somewhere in my psyche. Without going into all the details, I'll just say that I've been a multitasking... Continue Reading →
A lot has been happening in the past 60 days, so this is a good time for a what's-been-going-on-with-us. People/Things I've Celebrated Krista's 31st birthday was Sunday. I'm blessed to be a husband and friend of the most interesting, kind, loving, passionate, intelligent, original-of-the-species woman I've ever met. She exudes excellence, beauty, and grace in... Continue Reading →
We had Jude baptized this past Sunday, on All Saints Day. It was a moment rich with emotion and meaning for us and we were thankful to have all the grandparents there to share this with us. Here are some pictures from the big day! (mouseover the slideshow to pause, navigate, or go full screen)
Lately, my dad has been calling me or emailing me every couple of days with one question: "So what have you been learning?" He's aware of the fact that this new venture into parenthood will come with its share of "lessons," so his question is serving to remind me that my son isn't the only... Continue Reading →
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