other stuff
On Strunk and White
I’m taking “Technical Writing For Business” (WRTG393) this semester in college. When I turned in my first assignment back in February, the professor suggested that I read a copy of “The Elements of Style” by Strunk and White so that I could improve my grammar. I bought a copy that night and did read it. [...]
Disney 2009: Friday
Today was Magic Kingdom day! It started off rainy and chilly and ended just plain chilly. The park was very empty and we didn’t have much of a wait getting on any of the rides. Since Monday will be my birthday and I’ll be picking up my Birthday Fun Card ($75 gift [...]
Waiting, Waiting, Waiting
Have you ever been in that place where you’re waiting on God to do something… anything, but nothing’s happening? I’m there. Recently a new song by John Waller has been playing on XM and I’ve found a good deal of comfort in it. Maybe you will too.
I’m waiting
I’m waiting on You Lord, And I am [...]
Merry Christmas!
We were at church all day yesterday setting up for our Chrismas programs (two showings) and John ran the sound for both. After that we headed to the home of one of his co-workers for a Christmas Eve reception of appetizers and such, and didn’t get home until after midnight. We’re up early today so [...]
Wrapping Party!
I decided to have a wrapping party this year — it’s a new thing and sounded like fun when I read about it in my latest Martha Stewart Living magazine. Basically, you have a bunch of friends over. They each bring all of their gifts and one roll of wrapping paper to share with everyone [...]
You Found a WHAT?!
That’s right. A gray hair. Actually, more like five of them. Never thought it would happen to me, guess that shows what I know.
I’ve Called my Congress Critter — Have You?
My Congressman voted against this “crap sandwich” bailout bill on Monday. My Senators voted for it (and they’ll be hearing an earful from me when I can get through the switchboard).
This morning I called my Congressman’s office (all five, actually) to thank him for voting against the bill on Monday and to urge him to [...]
