Okay, it's time to take inventory and count my blessings. Courtney came home last night for the weekend. What a nice way to start a weekend of thankfulness. It feels good having all the girls home, even if it's just for a little while. The house is noisier already. I miss that and am thankful for it's return ( Read more... )

I know that no one ever posts to LJ anymore. But on the chance that folks still browse around, I wanted to let everyone know that today (Nov. 16) is Tonya's birthday. I won't tell you how young she is because that would not be very gentlemanly (if that's a word) of me. So, swing over to myspace and wish her a happy birthday or drop her an email ( Read more... )

Happy thanksgiving. Oh man, am I full. What a great dinner today. We got up and watched the Thanksgiving parade, watch the Falcons, and then ate A LOT. There's so much to be thankful for. MsT is right, Thanksgiving is much more than a day of thanks, food, and football. I like her new word: "Thanksliving". It's a lifestyle of greatfulness ( Read more... )

You guitar players (or those who appreciate great guitarists) have got to see this 20yr old guitar player from Taiwan. He's amazing. Go to the link below, click "media", download the videos and enjoy.

http://www.jerryc.tw

Guys like this either inspire us to pick up the guitar

-OR-

put it

The church youth fall retreat was held this year at indian springs state park. Like other retreats before, it was amazing. I truly felt the presence of the Holy Spirit among us. But, the weekend didn't start all that well ( Read more... )

Here is my annual post. Well, it's not really my annual post. Maybe bi-annual. Does that mean twice a year as opposed to every other year? If so, then this is it. However, I might write something for Christmas or the end of the year but, those will be exceptional posts. That is, "exception to the rule" posts and not "really good" posts. ( Read more... )

I just want to profess that God is amazing. He loves, comforts, and inspires. Given an open heart, He can and will change it. I helped with a youth retreat this past weekend and I want you to know that God was hard at work. I saw His embrace as he forged new relationships. I heard His word delivered through our youth minister. I felt His ( Read more... )

Almost three years ago, I embarked on a significant musical journey. Jason and I were talking after church one day and he asked if I would help him start a praise band for our youth group. It was an exciting opportunity and I agreed to help. Over the years, Jason switched from keyboard to acoustic guitar and I switched from acoustic guitar to ( Read more... )

Happy Thanksgiving all! I hope everyone is able to spend time with their loved ones. If not, come feast with us. We'll eat, watch football, watch a movie, play the guitar and sing a little. Good times.

I guess it time to get out the christmas lights.

THE MOM is celebrating her birthday today! Don't ask me how many years cause I ain't saying.