In Dwelling

It was a lovely Christmas, but . . .

2010-12-26T15:36:00.002-05:00

It was truly a good holiday. Christmas Eve Mass was wonderful, there were great times and conversations with kids and friends, everyone gave thoughtful and welcome gifts, and which were joyfully received. However, it offered a new opportunity to me to Learn Something the Hard Way. I like to cook, but I haven't done much in the way of baking since my bread-baking days gave way to "got a lot of

Mr. President, please get a coach

2010-12-10T09:38:00.001-05:00

I generally refrain from writing about political matters. This isn't due to a lack of observations or opinion, but because he tendency of political conversation these days is to ignore nuance and leap directly for the jugular. I don't enjoy firefights and do my best to avoid them (though I sometimes yield to the temptation to make a comment that I think wittily insightful but others may think

Taking your house from disaster to guest-ready in 10 minutes

2010-11-11T09:48:00.000-05:00

Caveat: these are not original with me. The original post is here. Clean off the floor, picking up anything that weighs less than 50 lbs and moving it to the floor of the nearest closet. Artfully cover the pile in the closet with fabric. Vacuum only the visible areas. Grab a few empty boxes from the laundry room where you keep them for just such an occasion, and sweep all flat surface clutter

A glimpse into my family

2010-09-25T20:14:00.000-04:00

One of the things I enjoy about my kids is the somewhat unusual sense of humor we all share. I'm going to let you have a peek, but first some backstory. Last summer my son's family joined us at our cottage for several days. Son-meister brought his bike and did some riding -- at least until he encountered a bear cub with its mother. Although a mild-mannered minister, he realized that it was very

Another reason I appreciate Facebook

2010-02-15T13:09:00.000-05:00

If it weren't for conversations on Facebook, I wouldn't have these witty and refreshing exchanges with my children.

Remembrance

2010-02-03T12:41:00.000-05:00

My father-in-law died suddenly during the early morning hours of January 21 of this year. In preparation for his memorial service, his children gathered some memories of him, and I was inspired to write down some of my own. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ My first impression of him was "upright and courtly". He was warmly courteous as we first got acquainted and always made me feel welcome. His pleasure at our

Things you missed if you're not on Facebook

2009-12-09T19:59:00.000-05:00

Elizabeth: "Emergency Bulletin: Even on the internet, 'yr' does not mean 'your' or 'you're' in English. Thank you." Theresa: "I totally agree with yr Emergency Bulletin. It's true "Yr" means neither something that belongs to You, or implying something about You as a person or what You as a person is about to do. Yr means 'yer.' "Frinstance: 'Yer being a short-sighted prescriptivist, oh Lizzie'

Things I wish I hadn't learned through experience

2009-11-19T11:10:00.002-05:00

Before you put the cat out, check to see whether you've got the one whose front claws are intact. Don't wait until your carpets and upholstery are irretrievably soiled before getting them cleaned. Roll your windows up, no matter how hot it is. Those shoes you're sure are broken in -- aren't. If you set the timer for something in the oven, stay within earshot of the timer. Time passes far more

I can't resist a good joke

2009-11-19T10:30:00.011-05:00

Virus Warning You have just received the Amish virus. Because we don’t have any computers or programming experience, this virus works on the honor system. Please manually forward this virus to everyone on your mailing list and then delete all the files from your hard drive. Thank you for your cooperation. The Amish Computer Department Thank you very much, Julie

Mom's relationship tips for internet addicts

2009-11-12T13:07:00.004-05:00

Yes, it certainly is easier to strike up a conversation with someone in virtual space, especially if you've got yourself a hot-shot avatar. However, in the real world, chances are you may need to equip yourself with more than wit and like-a-flash typing speed to successfully begin to get to know that interesting person. From the imaginative Indexed you keep hearing about from me.

Wish I'd thought of that

2009-11-09T22:43:00.004-05:00

From FailBlog. Caution: most of site deserves a Vulgarity Alert.

If you look like this, you probably have swine flu

2009-11-03T15:03:00.002-05:00

Found on My[confined]Space

I wish someone would send me an invitation like this

2009-11-02T17:11:00.002-05:00

More remarkable graphics at Share Some Candy.

I firmly believe there should be whiteboards in every room

2009-10-19T08:09:00.000-04:00

You Are a WhiteboardYou are a dreamer, a visionary, and a straight up idea person. You are very creative.Even if the things you think up are a bit wacky, they often are brilliant.You are an adept problem solver. You are always tossing around dozens of ideas.You would make a good artist, designer, or architect. You do best when work feels like play.What Office Supply Are You?

Are you sure that's where you want to start?

2009-09-21T17:02:00.003-04:00

You'll notice a new blog, Coffee Klatch, in the sidebar. It makes me smile. Here's a sampling.Dear Abby,I am facing a very serious problem. You see, I am a Vietnam-era deserter from the U. S. Marines, and I have a cousin who works for Microsoft. My mother peddles Nazi literature to Girl Scouts and my father (a former dentist) is in jail for 30 years for molesting most of his patients while they

"Ask a stupid question" department

2009-09-21T14:39:00.004-04:00

I tend to dislike the "reaction-on-the-street" interviews that follow hard on the heels of momentous (or not so momentous) current events. I don't care, frankly, what passers-by feel about the passing of Michael Jackson or the fact that it was a cooler-than-usual summer. (Okay, lay it on me, is this a personal failing? Honestly, how do you feel about it?)The Onion, as usual, puts a whole new

A picture with no comment

2009-09-20T22:34:00.002-04:00

Tweeted from the 9/12 Tea Party rally in Washington, D.C. by Brian.

Ssshhh. Finally, the ultimate secret of unleashed productivity

2009-09-20T22:00:00.004-04:00

Step 1. Buy a productivity book. Any productivity book will do. (The one I use is Geting Things Done.) If that book doesn't particularly appeal to you, don't worry. Find one that you've heard people speak well of.Step 2. Look carefully at the productivity book. Speak firmly to yourself, saying, “If I don’t get X done, I’m going to have to read that productivity book.” ...Thanks to Julie who

Mama Roz explains some more

2009-09-19T23:02:00.003-04:00

Here are some things worth knowing when you have your own place:If you have an old fashioned refrigerator that needs to be defrosted, allow a good deal more than an hour for the job, and do not do it on a 95-degree day or you'll lose your food in the process. Pans of boiling water in the freezer make the crud thaw faster. Of course, you'll clean the fridge while you're at it. Then, when you're

Let me 'splain something to you

2009-09-19T09:12:00.003-04:00

Over the years, I've learned some things. Some, I've learned the hard way. Some, fortunately, I've picked up because someone showed me, told me how to do it, or gave me good advice. I now have grown children, children-in-law and the beginnings of a clan of grandchildren. Any of you in a similar position know the risk of being too pushy with advice and counsel. I definitely do not want

And a little toy will light their way

2009-09-18T12:30:00.005-04:00

One of the morning drivetime radio shows (back when I commuted 45 minutes rain/shine/gloom of early morning) had a call-in game called "The Right Answer is Always 'C'". Well, our version today is: "Got a problem? Use a Lego!"Click here to see Lego lights including my favorite, the little pocket-guy in the photo who can also clip onto a headband (included) for a pseudo-60s look. What more could

Looking for the mother of all lawyer jokes?

2009-09-17T16:44:00.002-04:00

Look no further than Lowering the Bar, an irony-laden blog with news of the ridiculousness that is life in the legal lane. Recent posts include:Big Firm Rocked by Tax Divider Scam which raises the question, "Did he think no one would notice that a million dollars worth of tab dividers were ordered that never arrived?" Next time, buddy, mix it up and make that half a mil in fancy ballpoint

The two sides of my child

2009-09-16T08:40:00.004-04:00

My son is so amusing. My daughter and her husband are looking for a townhouse -- their first home purchase. She updated her Facebook status thus: "Now we have two favorites. What to do . . . "Her brother responded thus:First comment"what to do.". Obviously YOU have never bought a house before. The answer is like so totally obvious, at least to anyone with a strong base of Southern California real

Well, it's one way to leave for a business trip

2009-09-12T13:47:00.002-04:00

Note to kids:Note to dear husband:From the whimsically-named but "don't-try-this-at-home" Whiskey in my Sippy Cup.

Just call his name, and he'll be there

2009-09-09T12:35:00.002-04:00

From wearefishermen.com.

OK, how am I supposed to title this?

2009-08-25T15:12:00.004-04:00

Hat tip: Digital Hairshirt via the ever-reliable Curt Jester on Twitter.

What happens when absolutely anybody can take video

2009-08-20T09:10:00.003-04:00

I've never quite gotten the point of music videos. But today I found one that's too good (well, actually, too bad) not to spread around. It's the Proclaimers singing "I'm On My Way," one of the most cheer-inducing songs ever recorded, but the video is as bad as you could imagine. Take a look.I'm On My Way (on crack) on YouTube.

Divine revelation in 140 characters or less?

2009-08-12T10:58:00.004-04:00

The Ironic Catholic (or, more precisely, her husband who is filling in temporarily) introduces us to Scripture for the Twitter generation. For example:ExodusAfter ten warnings, Pharaoh goes up against God AGAIN, gets a-- kicked. LOL. But Hebs whining "Are we there yet?" gets on even God's nerves.LamentationsStuff happens.JobStuff happens, and only God knows why.I added one in the comment box, but

Real Men and chick flicks

2009-08-08T11:10:00.003-04:00

The real men in my life occasionally join me in watching what cinema people refer to as "romantic comedies", primarily because I ask them really nicely. No one who is related to me (except my father, who is exempt from all generalizations whatever) has survived until now without watching at least some portion of Sleepless in Seattle, which I consider the most enjoyable girl-movie ever made. ("God

What I'll lose when we lose the News

2009-07-23T23:01:00.004-04:00

The Ann Arbor News closes it's doors today, to be succeeded by AnnArbor.com. I'm keeping an open mind, but I remember how hard it was for any sportscaster to step into the Tiger's broadcast booth after our legendary Ernie Harwell. I'm thinking it might be a bit like that. It's hard to follow an institution.Here are some of the things I'll miss:"Browsing", "scanning", and "dipping my toes in"

Remember this come the holiday season

2009-07-18T21:12:00.004-04:00

Credit: icanhascheezburger.com

Get motivated

2009-07-16T11:11:00.001-04:00

Courtesy of AutoMotivator.

Tchotchke, for your window-shopping pleasure

2009-07-08T07:47:00.008-04:00

I've just discovered Fr. Deacon Daniel's Catholic Church Geek blog, an interesting look at many things Catholic from the point of view of a lively Byzantine-rite deacon. I got there via his Cafepress store where he has a herd of items -- some reverent, some funny, some both. I was amused, so I bring you an assortment of the lighter vein of what you will find there. I encourage you to browse.[

Recall announced for heart defect

2009-07-07T08:46:00.002-04:00

Recall NoticeProduct: Human BeingsYear of manufacture: AllThe Maker of all human beings (GOD) is recalling all units manufactured, regardless of make or year, due to a serious defect in the primary and central component of the Heart.This is due to a malfunction in the original prototype units code named Adam and Eve, resulting in the reproduction of the same defect in all subsequent units. This

Happy Canada Day, neighbors

2009-07-01T18:17:00.003-04:00

A little fun for ya. And, if you're not Canadian, it's a quick educationN.B. I would add one things to their list of "what you need to do to be Canadian." You need to figure out what, exactly, are the key elements of uniquely Canadian culture that are so important to preserve. I've been "familied" in Canada for over 30 years and have never quite figured that out.

How to make a baby

2009-04-28T11:05:00.002-04:00

HT hevel.org - A Chasing After Wind

Ooh, Mama. This makes me want to dance. And eat. And laugh.

2009-04-19T20:00:00.002-04:00

What a waste, IMHO

2009-04-18T14:39:00.003-04:00

Now, if they could only figure out a way to make brussels sprouts taste like bacon, I'd sign up.How to Make Mushrooms That Taste Like Bacon from Science Central

This is Just Wrong, revisited

2009-04-10T09:47:00.008-04:00

Groom sells advertising space on his wedding tie.Horses achieve cute 'dos with "mane extensions.Three bottles of vodka + 5th floor window + nagging wife = heights of stupidity.Laughter in Germany apparently unusual to the tune of one helicopter rescue.Plane, with mind of its own, takes off without pilot. And the number #1 "this is just wrong" (which I fervently hope is a joke), is:New watch

He is the very model of a modern Christian modernist

2009-04-08T19:45:00.002-04:00

From the British television program "Yes, Prime Minister". It snarks the Church of England, but they certainly don't have a corner on the issue.

Time to grow up - or stop being a cat

2009-04-05T19:53:00.000-04:00

Curiosity from Si on Vimeo.

I'm a sucker for humorous ads

2009-03-04T06:31:00.003-05:00

. . . and I found a bunch of them on antsmagazine.com. Enjoy.

Priceless exchange on Twitter

2009-02-24T11:04:00.002-05:00

Q.: Does this Mardi Gras make my Tuesday look fat to you?A.: Your Tuesday isn't fat, it's just big-boned.HT: @LinuxBozo, @chrishumphries

A random treat

2009-02-20T11:42:00.002-05:00

Free virtual bouquets from theyrebeautiful.com.

If creativity were only a good-spouse indicator

2009-02-09T20:23:00.002-05:00

Today's laugh comes from "The Most Bizarre (but Real) Personal Ads Ever". (Caution: mature content. The above corn-in-cow-pasture example is the most printable.) My favorite is #8.

Oldie but goodie

2009-02-05T12:04:00.002-05:00

Perhaps the buzz around the Superbowl commercials has died down, but it's a fun feature of every January. My heart still belongs to the great-granddaddy of them all.

I would never cheer for a hacker. Never. No way. Not at all.

2009-01-31T17:37:00.002-05:00

Except I am sort of having fun with this one.

You know you're living in 2009 because . . .

2009-01-31T07:17:00.004-05:00

. . . or And you used to think the remote control was the height of technological advancement.You accidentally enter your ATM pin number on your microwave touchpad.You haven't played solitaire with real cards in years.You have 15 phone numbers to reach your family of four.Your excuse for not staying in touch with family and friends is that you don't know their e-mail addresses.You pull up in your

Yep, yep. Change. I hear you.

2009-01-21T11:20:00.002-05:00

The commentator doth protest too much, methinks. Hamlet, Act 3, Scene 2 - paraphrased.cc_box a:hover .cc_home{background:url('http://www.comedycentral.com/comedycentral/video/assets/syndicated-logo-over.png') !important;}.cc_links a{color:#b9b9b9;text-decoration:none;}.cc_show a{color:#707070;text-decoration:none;}.cc_title a{color:#868686;text-decoration:none;}.cc_links a:hover{color:#67bee2;

It's a bird . . .

2009-01-07T18:24:00.002-05:00

Somewhere, out there among the dustbunnies of the world, is this guy.

A parable of persistence. And humor.

2008-12-26T19:57:00.001-05:00

Why? Because I'm bigger and it's my house

2008-12-22T14:07:00.000-05:00

So, whatcha been up to?

2008-12-18T09:10:00.005-05:00

The rule is, emphasize the items you have done.1. Started your own blog2. Slept under the stars3. Played in a band4. Visited Hawaii5. Watched a meteor shower6. Given more than you can afford to charity7. Been to Disneyland8. Climbed a mountain9. Held a praying mantis (Never have. Don't want to.)10. Sang a solo 11. Bungee jumped12. Visited Paris13. Watched a lightning storm at sea (does a Great

Mundane to sublime

2008-12-05T08:03:00.003-05:00

When some of us see a dirty car, the extent of our inspiration might be to inscribe a smiley face or an eloquent "Wash me" on the back window. Not Scott Wade.Hat tip: Julia at Shofar, So Good

Are you a "House" addict? I am.

2008-12-04T08:16:00.002-05:00

Click here.Start at the top.Read through to the bottom.Try to stop laughing. Fail.Send link to your friends.

More Canadiana: A typical police chase

2008-11-18T01:29:00.002-05:00

I guess I still haven't gotten it out of my system. Or the first dustings of winter snow have caused me to become a little unbalanced.

How did they know?

2008-11-14T13:51:00.000-05:00

You Are BoggleYou are an incredibly creative and resourceful person. You're able to dig deep and think outside the box to get things done.You are a non linear thinker. You don't like following directionsYou draw your inspiration from the strangest places sometimes. You're constantly inspired.What Board Game Are You?

Quick Takes

2008-11-14T11:30:00.003-05:00

Got this good idea from Jen at Conversion Diary. Put random remarks together under an appropriate title, and voila! A blog post.(1) Even though it's a thinly disguised way to increase the information and profit they extract from me, I'm grateful to Amazon for giving me that little "Add to Wish List" button to stick on my toolbar. In the last few days I've added Monastery Mustard, Rosary Bracelets

How Canadian are you?

2008-11-12T20:49:00.007-05:00

Courtesy of my sister-in-law:If your local Dairy Queen is closed from September through May,You may live in Canada.If someone in a Home Depot store offers you assistance and they don't work there,You may live in Canada.If you've worn shorts and a parka at the same time, you may live in Canada.If you've had a lengthy telephone conversation with someone who dialed a wrong number,You may live in

Get used to dancing on a pinhead

2008-11-12T01:42:00.002-05:00

Thanks to the inimitable Tom McMahon.

A firm grasp of the obvious

2008-11-11T23:27:00.002-05:00

Blogging a Way to ConnectThe Ann Arbor News, 11/9/08Texting While Driving is BadReutersBacon Beats FriesThe Denver Post

Put your hands on top of the car and explain what you were doing with that bowling ball, young man

2008-11-10T20:19:00.002-05:00

Defensive driving took a new twist on the freeways of Detroit.

What the well-dressed Wimpy will wear

2008-11-10T17:43:00.006-05:00

I was feeling a little hungry, and I had finished the hat I was knitting, and, well, one thing kind of led to another.(Hat tip: Julie at The Happy Catholic.Update: Apparently not everyone appreciates the artistry of this.

We're not happy, but we're still smiling

2008-11-05T16:06:00.001-05:00

Gone to the dark side

2008-10-05T15:53:00.001-04:00

I've given in. In spite of my completely indefensible prejudice that Microsoft is the Evil Empire and Google is warm, fuzzy and out to slay dragons in my defense (well, just look at the name, for Pete's sake), I've gone and gotten a Windows Live account. In spite of their admission on the so-called "privacy statement" that, yes they do require personal information and, yes, they combine that with

Wanna make something of it?

2008-09-16T21:41:00.003-04:00

Talking About Coaching

2008-09-16T15:05:00.002-04:00

Today I'm meeting with a friend at The Annex (aka Panera, known the world over for it's free wi-fi, bless them). Talking to people is fun. Coaching is great. Combining them is heavenly.

Cheeburger, cheeburger

2008-09-07T10:39:00.001-04:00

Frankly, my dear, I laughed until I cried

2008-09-07T10:36:00.001-04:00

Where has this been all my life?

2008-09-07T10:15:00.000-04:00

I need someplace to save things I find amusing

2008-09-07T10:05:00.000-04:00

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Happiness is a warm grandchild

2008-02-17T20:57:00.000-05:00

I realize it's powerful, but . . .

2008-01-02T08:57:00.000-05:00

One of those from the Vatican visiting Lourdes for the beginning of the 250th anniversary of the apparitions attempted to bring home some holy water from the site. However, as you might already suspect, it was confiscated by airport security.I hope they know what a treasure they've got. Hey, if they auction off their impounded items, I'll bid on it.HT: The Weather Channel

Even Gregorian Chant has its "in jokes"

2007-12-31T12:16:00.000-05:00

My only political post of the year

2007-12-26T10:04:00.000-05:00

Since I do not have enough information yet to form an opinion, don't assume one from this quotation. I just find it amusing."Who is your favorite author?" Aleya Deatsch, 7, of West Des Moines asked Mr. Huckabee in one of those posing-like-a-shopping-mall-Santa moments.Mr. Huckabee paused, then said his favorite author was Dr. Seuss.In an interview afterward with the news media, Aleya said she was

Anatomy of a want ad

2007-12-16T11:57:00.001-05:00

From Indexed by Jessica Hagy. (Do the lady a favor and buy a t-shirt.)

Making Mommy proud

2007-12-07T10:16:00.000-05:00

My son has always been a talented writer - at least since he learned to type like the wind and so keep his fingers on the same page as his quick mind. This piece just resurfaced after being hidden on a hard drive somewhere for about 10 years. It was for a satire assignment in high school English, and I have a suspicion he hammered it out in about 20 minutes. All rights are absolutely reserved.

This is wrong

2007-12-06T14:44:00.000-05:00

Overheard

2007-12-05T22:23:00.000-05:00

"Wives don't nag any more. They 'discuss'."-Rear Window"... And that's how I had a miscarriage. Oh! That reminds of a funny story!""Yeah, I'm in New York City... Yeah, it's on the East coast, but it's not really on the East coast. It's not, like, next to water or anything.""So, I'm like Jon Benet Ramsey, parenthetically speaking.""You can lose weight just by digesting.""There's more than one way

Roz crashes the party

2007-12-05T12:10:00.000-05:00

No, I wasn't invited to participate in this meme, but I'm going to all the same.The 100 Films MemeOf the movies that made the American Film Institute's Top 100:Your favorite 5 films that made the listThe GodfatherIt's a Wonderful LifeAmadeusButch Cassidy and the Sundance KidIt Happened One NightTootsie5 movies on the list you didn't like ("thought were overrated" might be closer to the mark)

And you save on blades, too

2007-12-05T11:50:00.000-05:00

From the inimitable Indexed.

Taking issue with Leo

2007-11-23T17:31:00.000-05:00

Leo Tolstoy opens Anna Karenina with the line: "“Happy families are all alike, every unhappy family is unhappy in its own way.” I've always thought that he had it backward - happy families have an enormous spectrum of ways to be happy together, but unhappy families would be populated with the proud or cruel and those reacting to them. Period. But here comes the proof. Probably no other happy

Without comment, honest

2007-11-23T11:55:00.000-05:00

The Canadian, a "national newspaper with an international readership" explains to us how traditional religion is actually a plot by "Manipulative Extraterrestrials". They cite John Lash and his "related research on the ancient Gnostics. The Gnostics, had sought to warn humanity about reported attempts by demonic Extraterrestrial Consciousnesses, to manipulate humanity.""Even the act of prayer

And then a miracle happened

2007-11-21T15:09:00.000-05:00

Once upon a time, there was a dumpy guy who had never gotten around to having his teeth straightened. The son of a bus driver and a supermarket cashier, he had been bullied in school which mangled his self-confidence. He eventually supported himself with a job at the "Carphone Warehouse" in the south of Wales, but he carried another dream in his heart.One day, not too long ago, he auditioned for

Not my usual chuckle, but worth reading

2007-11-19T12:49:00.000-05:00

"BAGHDAD, Iraq — Members of the Iraqi Army in Besmaya collected a donation for the San Diego, Calif., fire victims Thursday night at the Besmaya Range Complex in a moving ceremony to support Besmaya's San Diego residents.Iraqi Army Col. Abbass, the commander of the complex, presented a gift of $1,000 to U.S. Army Col. Darel Maxfield, Besmaya Range Complex officer in charge, Multi-National

Everything I need to know I learned when the kids in junior high wrote me notes in class

2007-11-19T11:14:00.001-05:00

Your Score: Pure Nerd73 % Nerd, 34% Geek, 43% DorkYou scored better than half in Nerd, earning you the title of: Pure Nerd.The times, they are a-changing. It used to be that being exceptionally smart led to being unpopular, which would ultimately lead to picking up all of the traits and tendences associated with the "dork." No-longer. Being smart isn't as socially crippling as it

And you thought it was just a snack

2007-10-18T08:22:00.000-04:00

Legendary Tuna Sandwich of the ApocalypseIn case the posting is taken down by the time you see it, the description reads:Up for auction is a delicious tuna sandwich which, miraculously, has an American flag fried on the top. This sandwich is said to protect those who possess it from terror, rapture, apocalypse, spontaneous combustion, nuclear fallout, racism, etc. One should never leave the house

I didn't think anyone I knew did this sort of thing

2007-10-08T17:34:00.001-04:00

By the intended of a young friend of ours - a rather quiet young man, actually.A while ago D_____ had this idea to have his sister, a pilot, take us flying. Sounded like fun. So, on Saturday, October 6, we went to Eucharistic Adoration at church and then headed to the airport for our plane ride. He was unusually excited, but he’s crazy about planes, so it seemed like him. There we were flying

Wine can turn to vinegar with age

2007-09-25T14:39:00.000-04:00

An icon of my youth, Joni Mitchell, has busted out of her long-silent shell with a new album, Shine, produced by Starbucks' (yes, that Starbucks) record label. She's learned the lesson of the present age -- the way to get attention is to be cranky.Shine on the Catholic ChurchAnd the prisons that it owns.Shine on all the churchesThat love less and less.Shine on lousy leadershipLicensed to

Trivia question of the day

2007-09-24T20:25:00.000-04:00

Two questions, actually.The symbol #, usually referred to as "pound", actually has a technical name. What is it? (Answer will appear below when you highlight the empty space by clicking and dragging with your mouse.)OCTOTHORPENow, the $64,000 question: what is the origin of the term? (Hint: yes, the first half of the word refers to the 8 points formed by the ends of the straight lines. Now

A quick chortle

2007-09-20T16:29:00.000-04:00

Courtesy of Carrie at Eclectic Experiment:There are 10 kinds of people in the world:Those who understand Binary, and those who don't.

Well, There's Certainly Order

2007-09-03T20:02:00.000-04:00

In Dwelling applauds this application of incisive analysis to issues that matter.

Breaking News

2007-08-30T21:23:00.000-04:00

Let's hope that, in this case, life doesn't imitate The Onion.Breaking News: All Online Data Lost After Internet Crash

Feeling indecisive?

2007-08-28T21:15:00.000-04:00

Some days are so intense, you can't even make up your mind where to go for lunch.Here's further evidence that there's a solution on the internet for absolutely everything. Don't forget to read the disclaimers.

I feel like I need to sit down now

2007-08-22T21:24:00.000-04:00

From the "We Thought We'd Seen It All" department:The Inflatable ChurchYes, it's real, it's life-sized, and people get married in it.Sigh.

21st Century Donne?

2007-08-14T08:09:00.000-04:00

John Donne wrote some stirring Christian poetry. He wanders through both the holy and the sensual so that the Incarnation drips off the page. Here's an early post I wrote on my favorite.Well, times change. I'm charmed by the slam-poetry stuff being done by Jude Simpson, an eloquent British comedian who has written and performed some poetry under commission to Rejesus, an English evangelistic

Somehow, some of the charm is missing

2007-08-01T16:41:00.001-04:00

Hat tip to Tom McMahon

You're the one

2007-07-27T08:55:00.000-04:00

Currently swimming down the River Loire in France, our friend here is the creation of artist Florentijn Hofman.

Nothing like roughing it

2007-07-25T17:38:00.002-04:00

I like this.

Under the chestnut tree

2007-07-23T21:59:00.000-04:00

There was a huge nut tree by the cemetery fence. One day, two boys filled up a bucketful of nuts and sat down by the tree, out of sight, and began dividing the nuts. "One for you, one for me. One for you, one for me," said one boy.The bucket was so full, several rolled out towards the fence.Cycling down the road by the cemetery was a third boy. As he passed, he thought he heard voices from inside