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February 16, 2009
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Read this headline and decide if you're offended. Reading it, did you cringe? I did. The headline is fake, thank goodness. The entire premise of such a scenario is decidedly offensive. Who could imagine a situation where a beloved leader...
February 13, 2009
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If you're on Facebook, you've seen or even done one of the numerous "25 Random Things About Me" lists. I was looking for another archived entry, and saw this...and decided to update it. I've stricken the out-of-date answers from my...
January 16, 2009
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I'm all about the free. But I'm not all about the giving of too much personal information. Like my name...that's boring. So, while the kids watch a movie on a "teacher workday" (whatever that is) and Kelli is across the...
November 14, 2008
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I don't use my cellphone camera much, but here's what happens when I do... This photo was taken July 4, in the Weatherford hospital emergency room. Yes, I took the picture with my cellular phone, but I figured since the...
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I don't use my cell phone camera much, but here's what happens when I do: I'm sometimes concerned that birds are plotting to take over the world. They already outnumber us (30:1 or 60:1 depending upon which ornithologist you ask)....
September 4, 2008
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I'm watching John McCain's speech, and I saw this ad. I think this has persuaded me like no other political ad I've seen....
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I thought I'd share some old yearbook photos of myself and the family... Here I am from '52 Kelli from '92 Kaylyn from '00 Cotter from '88 Kelsi from '50 and, of course, our littlest one, Baby Emma, from '82...
August 23, 2008
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Been writing all day...and these are random blips on the radar of my life: The Barnyard Cow. Why does this bull have an udder? That's just confusing to our next generation of veterinarians. This troubles me. Facebook Flair. I admit...
August 9, 2008
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Dear Yappie McBarky, From time to time, we all get a little wound up. I understand that. It just seems that lately, you've been wound up...a lot. Daily, we hear your piercing calling card over and over and over and...
August 2, 2008
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I have started a blog over at my hometown paper...because they offer it, I guess. I had a very happy childhood and I love my hometown. So to me, it is a way to stay connected there. I'll probably cross-post...
July 15, 2008
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Confessionally, I'm not much in to the Top 40. I acknowledge it exists, but I'd prefer to listen to sports talk. However, I don't tend to label everything 'evil' simply because it is secular. Yesterday, though, our oldest daughter (11...
July 11, 2008
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In an attempt to digitize as much of my history as possible, what follows is a collection of 8th grade end-of-the-year memories that ran in the student paper. It's preserved for posterity here. Remember When... Alan Weitz shoved an entire...
July 10, 2008
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As a senior, I dated her (a freshman). When I broke up, I did it by taking a letter she had written me, correcting in red ink all the grammar and spelling errors, and noting the breakup as a postscript....
July 6, 2008
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My mother participated in Roy's 1990 gubernatorial re-election campaign; we dined together at the Craig Village Inn. I went to his mansion once for an academic reception; a butler prophesied that I would one day be Colorado’s Governor. No,...
June 27, 2008
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Have you ever in the fog of the pre-caffienated morning mistakenly dispensed and applied Cinnamon Rush Toothpaste instead of your regular hair gel? Yeah, me neither this morning. On an unrelated note, do you know what really wakes you up...
June 24, 2008
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If a picture is worth a thousand words, then here is a short essay of the love I have for my bride. Every experience between the moments captured here has been a blessing. I thank God for being able to...
June 18, 2008
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My front door is garrisoned by twin bushy trees. I'm no botanist, so I can't tell you the specific sort of tree that they are. I can tell you that the trees produce pretty red, assumed to be inedible berries...
June 16, 2008
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I just finished writing the main content section on Satanism for my book on World Religions (coming to print in 2009), and the word count was 666. Serious. My limit for this section is 650, but that was freaky enough...
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Ever gullible to viral marketing.... Meet Spiteful Big Mac. He likes to rumble. And Slim Jims, apparently. We don't have that in common. Click on him to create your own spicy side....who can then fight mine if we're both online...
June 12, 2008
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As I write the next book, I began an alphabetical musical journey on the iTunes. The total excursion will be epic in scope, but we're taking it one bit hit wonder at a time. This morning, I started at Jackson...
June 2, 2008
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I take seriously the role of protecting my daughters from boys who are the way I was. I will not be passive in this responsibility. I go to Junk Yard Dog mode already just thinking about a boy setting his sights on my daughter for anything less than noble intentions. And I still growl menacingly at the ones who may be noble, just so they don't get any funny ideas.
May 31, 2008
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crystal light bread crumbs Originally uploaded by bmcanally Boy...make one small mistake and suddenly I'm not allowed to make the iced tea any more....
May 24, 2008
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Last night, we finished watching Iron Man (we're going to let the buzz subside over Indiana Jones a bit) and we decided to buy a new family game. So we went to the new Wal-Mart in Highland Village. It's purported...
May 12, 2008
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I've been named a 2008 inductee of my hometown community's "Look At Me Now" program. The program recognizes Moffat County High School graduates who have gone on to enjoy success in any one of its many expressions. Here's the newspaper...
May 11, 2008
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Mothers Day Card Inner Originally uploaded by bmcanally Let's take a look at the guts of this gem... At first, I thought the card's photo was cleverly scalloped, not remembering that we had such fancy cutting scissors "back in...
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Mothers Day Card outer Originally uploaded by bmcanally Here's a scan of a Mother's Day card I made for my mom in 1982, when I was ten years old. I like that I was trying to be creative with...
April 10, 2008
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I'm pleased to share that my next two books (part of a larger series with several contributing authors) have been picked up. The first of the two will be released in early 2009, and the second will come out later...
March 31, 2008
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It's Monday morning 2 AM. I'm on day 6 of The Worst Case of Flu in My Life. I'd like to think that I'm on the downhill side of this situation, which included five consecutive days of fever self-diagnoses of...
March 21, 2008
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A few weeks ago, a minister friend of mine and I were talking about how our different generations communicate. News Flash: we're different from one another. Case study: Max & Emily have firmed up their fifteen-year relationship with a Twitter-pated...
January 20, 2008
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Our church has started a new semester of FAITH visitation. I'm particularly excited, as we have 42 people signed up and ready to participate in the ongoing strategy of going out and welcoming people to experience FBC Grapevine. I have...
January 11, 2008
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Like many of you, we have an archive of thousands of photos that were taken back in the pre-digital days of photography. I decided to digitize the archive. In reviewing the abundance of photographic McAnally history, I had much from...
January 7, 2008
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Let me be the first to wish you a happy new year! I've enjoyed my vacation. As you can tell, it included a vacation from the blog. Much more posting to come....
December 1, 2007
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We ate a nearby fast-food restaurant the other day. We have two camps in the McAnally family when it comes to condiments. The McAnally men are 'pro' and the ladies are 'anti.' Invariably, the ladies are disappointed to discover that...
November 6, 2007
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Kelli is away at the writer's conference for VBS 2009. So I'm going solo with the McKids. It actually shouldn't be too rough, because Kelli gets us all lined out and set up to survive in her absence. In honor...
October 31, 2007
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This is an Utterz adaptation of a blog entry originally dated November 1, 2002...
October 23, 2007
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We have been "Phantomed." Twice. Alternate post title: Ghostbusters, II. This proselytizing activity, for the uninitiated, requires leaving a plate of goodies on the door for a neighbor, along with a handmade ghost. Victims Phantomees are instructed to enjoy the...
October 15, 2007
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I believe in generosity extended toward restaurant wait service. I remember hearing reading years ago about waiters in a city where a Southern Baptist convention was held who felt that the dinner guests' demanding attitude and paltry gratuities were incongruous...
September 12, 2007
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Don't be alarmed, but the report from Spare Change team trainers is that I'm listed as "day-to-day."...
August 9, 2007
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Our family portrait, via The Simpsonizer and a little work to bring us all closer together. Apparently, Kelsi hasn't yet ripened into her proper yellow self. Truth is, she was the first to undergo the simpsonization process, and I...
August 3, 2007
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I just learned that Amazon offers an excerpt of Chapter one from my book Take A Closer Look...so I'll C&P and offer it here: Let's Begin In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth. - Genesis 1:1 Close...
July 25, 2007
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I just received an alert that my new book, Take A Closer Look, is now available at Family Christian Bookstores. Lessee...that means it is now available at: Family Christian Bookstores Overstock.com Target Stores WalMart Stores (link is to the 4...
July 22, 2007
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Today is the one year anniversary of my mom's death. Last Sunday night I preached a message I called Good Grief. I reflected on my own journey of grief over the past year in mourning the unexpected death of my...
July 21, 2007
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journey 2 Atlantis 2007 Originally uploaded by bmcanally Click on the photo for a full size. You'll see who likes these types of rides...and who does not....
July 10, 2007
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The cover image for my book has been released. Now you know what to look for when you go to B&N, CBD, or Amazon. From the publisher's web site: Description: It's the Bible like you've never seen it -...
June 24, 2007
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Twelve years ago today, I married Kelli Cotter. My life has been blessed incredibly because of her. She has taught me much and walked faithfully along my side. She has been patient with me and gently and humbly allowed me...
May 9, 2007
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Howard Books has released the cover for the two companion books that will be released as the same time as mine. and strangely, my cover has yet to be released. I think they must be still working how to maximize...
May 7, 2007
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The publisher's site for my upcoming book, Take A Closer Look, has updated my page with my portrait. I'm laughing at myself. I'm really not a photogenic guy...I look like I'm trying out my Clint Eastwood impression. A man in...
April 9, 2007
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From Jen: This was one of the more interesting I've taken....
February 28, 2007
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On Monday night, we participated in our church's Upward Award celebration. And we did something a little different than what we normally do. We welcomed the Christian Wrestling Federation, and watched them beat the holy righteousness out of one another....
February 2, 2007
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I've been looking for some jpegs around the Web for copies of my first two books (at the encouragement of my interviewer John Linder as well as my third book's editor who told me I need to "increase my visibility")...and...
January 26, 2007
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Update: The Podcast is up! I'm honored to share that I was interviewed by John Lindner, host of the Baltimore Sun's Blography, a podcast about blogging. I'm slightly concerned that I have no recollection of what I actually said because,...
January 24, 2007
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I left my wallet at home, by accident. So, lunch today consists of a well-nurs'd and oft-reheated cup o' coffee, a six-pack of Austin® Toasty Crackers with Peanut Butter*, and a Quaker® Oatmeal to Go breakfast bar with a new...
January 19, 2007
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I'm not alone! I continue to be haunted by The Mr. Goodbar Incident. So I decided to search how such a thing happens and instead just found this video that caused me to relive the trauma. Make no mistake this...
January 16, 2007
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January 15, 2007
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Yesterday, while lounging (everything from noon on --at the church and all over the Metroplex, I think -- was cancelled due to the rain/ice situation in DFW), I mosied past our kitchen counter where we keep a candy tray, occasionally...
January 12, 2007
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I hate to repeat myself, but I'm newly discovering that the blessing and blight of Mucinex is simply that it works. This is one of those rare times in life that the product mascot is more life-like than you might...
January 11, 2007
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Let me be the first to wish you a happy new year, before everyone else floods your voice mail or in-box with joyful greetings and well-wishes for a better-than-worse series of experiences for the next 365 354 or so days....
December 20, 2006
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Here's the Christmas greeting I received via email from my heating gas company. It left me nonplussed, for the record....
November 23, 2006
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I am thankful for my bride Kelli, my greatest gift apart from salvation. I am thankful for my Kaylyn, a young lady who hungers for the things of God. I am thankful for my Cotter, my son who is a...
November 8, 2006
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Things are busy...writing and editing the men's study for our church. Kelli's going to have surgery next Tuesday, so pray for her. The kids are fine...more to come...eventually....
October 29, 2006
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HowManyOfMe.comThere are:5people with my namein the U.S.A.How many have your name? Thanks, Christopher!...
October 11, 2006
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It's only taken a decade, but our home has officially repaid all student loans....
September 22, 2006
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I can't say a lot more...like even what the title of the book will be...it may be determined or it may not. However, I can tell you who is publishing it....
September 15, 2006
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The good news is that the book I recently wrote has been picked up by a major publisher. It is being submitted tomorrow. The bad news is...wait, I guess I don't have any bad news. But I sure look forward...
September 12, 2006
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Here's a video of the in-construction progress of Paradise Pond, our new children's indoor recreation facility at our church....
September 6, 2006
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I've had a few incidental brushes with various degress of celebrity. I don't want to rank them, because that's just a whole level of stress with which I'm not ready to tango. Instead...I'll just review the list, as best I...
September 1, 2006
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We just bought David Glenn's new EP Turn to You. It's only four songs, ($3.96 at iTunes). I have tremendous respect for David, who I first met at the National Challengers a couple years ago when I was still...
August 29, 2006
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We have a friend in church who is a licensed counselor. She asked us this past week if things had been difficult recently. They had. It's been a month (and six days), and most of the time, we've been fine....
August 22, 2006
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I could not begin to say thank you enough to all of you who have reached out to us in response to my mom's death. Your care, concern, love, and prayers have sustained us. We have good days and not...
August 14, 2006
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It's been a week since I have posted, and then today's flood. Truth is...and this has been very good for me...things have been very busy. At church, we have been preparing for months for yesterday, when we launched a second...
August 7, 2006
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Today would have been mom's 57th birthday. So, I'm bummed. I don't anticipate doing this every year. It's all just fresh right now. Yesterday, we were in church for the first time. Pastor invited me to share and I did....
July 27, 2006
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We are devastated. I'll post again eventually....
July 18, 2006
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I'm back from my grandmother's memorial service. I actually returned Sunday morning. I left Friday, drove all day. I left at the end of the memorial and drove all night. All told, 1700 miles (or so) in approx. 30 hours....
July 7, 2006
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Because it was getting bogged down with trackback spam, I've just deleted an entry from three years ago that speaks of the unveiling of the magazine that was relaunched under my tenure. It spoke of the high hopes and grand...
June 29, 2006
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I aced this test on what it takes to be a US Citizen. I'm not bragging. I'm just saying that I love my country. Even if we stink at soccer....
June 27, 2006
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Tonight I was certified as a practitioner in Cardio Pulminary Resusication. Even so, I'd greatly appreciate it if you would never behave in such a way that forces me to put my extensive training into effect, so as to save...
June 24, 2006
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Today is the 11th annivesary of my wedding to Kelli. Our marriage has been blessed, and also a blessing. God showed me great favor when He led Kelli to be my bride, and to Him I am thankful for her....
June 11, 2006
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Things are busy. Life is full. Blogging is light. I continue to request prayer for issues that may one day be revealed here, but even if they are not, my gratitude for your intercession is unspeakable and voluminous. Some of...
May 13, 2006
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I know things have been, shall we say...spartan...around here lately. Lots on my plate, figuratively speaking. Our church is preparing to begin a second service and second Sunday school this fall, and those preparations are consuming. Awesomely fun and involved,...
April 29, 2006
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Don't drink an "energy drink" at 11:30 PM. That's the lesson to be learned here. And the real problem was that it was Na-haaaaaasssty. I drank the thing out of the principle that I spent $1.99 on it. It tasted...
April 21, 2006
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The Songstress memed me on this... Six things you may not have known about me. 1. I have crooked pinky fingers. Born that way. They don't slow me down. Not congenital, but the result of fetal development. 2. I've been...
April 8, 2006
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I just finished my 2005 taxes. Did it myself, just like every year since 1987, when I made $600 mowing lawns and painting crime scenes at the apartment complex my mom managed. Seriously. And as an accountant, I make an...
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This is not me. He's Brian McAnally with an "i." I'm Bryan with a "y." And that makes all the difference. I've had several hits for folks searching for Kenny Roger's facelift. I'm glad y'all have stopped by. I don't...
March 24, 2006
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I've acquired a head cold. It introduced itself Wednesday night with a goochygoochygoo tickle in the back of the throat. At 3:15 AM on Thursday, I woke up to the feeling of a golf ball lodged in my throat. It's...
March 5, 2006
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Today's schedule... 4.A.M. - Wake Up, clear the cobwebs by writing blog entry on today's schedule, finish manuscript, email to editor. + 6:45 AM - Help Kelli get family ready for church + 8:15 AM - Pre-worship staff prayer meeting....
February 23, 2006
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Just took a free quiz at Brainbench, and apparently, I know some purty words... Test: English Vocabulary Date: 23-Feb-2006 Score: 4.43 Weights: 100% English Vocabulary Elapsed time: 23 min 10 sec English Vocabulary Score: 4.43 Percentile:Scored higher than 96% of...
February 14, 2006
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Life Fest can't be measured in numbers, yet they give an early indication of what God has started... Seventeen people rededicating their lives to Christ Thirteen people receiving Christ as Lord A dozen others desiring to be baptized, to join...
February 9, 2006
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From the Email Confessional File.... Place an X by all the things you've done, or remove the x from the ones you have not. (My statements are in parenthesis). This is for your entire life: (X) Smoked a cigarette (long,...
February 4, 2006
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Our church's student ministry began DNow last night. Approximately 95 kids are taking part in it. David Glenn is leading worship. I met David when I worked at NAMB and he led worship for our National Challenger's Rally. He is...
January 28, 2006
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Just "closing the loop," for the several people who have found Spare Change via searches for "how to change a wax ring" and "how to replace a toilet flange," only to disappointingly read of my struggle, which, at the time...
January 27, 2006
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I'm not ready to find my ITunes Signature, as did Christopher, mostly because I'm not smart enough. However, I was insomniacal enough to chart my ITunes multiples. I'm defining "multiples" either as versions of the same song, saved three or...
January 26, 2006
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I'm interviewing for a publications secretary. As I put together the job description of required and preferred abilities, I can't help but to think of Napoleon Dynamite's recitation of skills, or lack thereof. As long as the candidate has computer...
January 21, 2006
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We have a plumbing problem. The master bathroom toilet detached from the floor. and by "detached," I mean "broke away from unexpectedly at a most inconvenient time." And as a note, The picture you see is not my toilet, but...
December 21, 2005
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We're getting ready to head out on the Tour of Insanity 2005. This year's TOI takes us to Colorado, then down through Albuquerque before returning home. This isn't the biggest TOI ever (it'd be difficult to match the 2003 TOI...
December 20, 2005
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Three from Jen... Your Elf Name Is... Candy Snowballer What's Your Elf Name? You Are a Cranberry and Popcorn Strung Tree Christmas is all about showcasing your creative talents. From cookies to nicely wrapped presents, your unique creations impress everyone....
December 2, 2005
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I've enjoyed the fact that our church has welcomed Dan Liles to the staff as the new minister of music. He is a godly man with a wonderful family. I'll link to his bio as soon as we have it...
November 22, 2005
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I'm on vacation. At home. My folks are here. That's why blogging is light, this time. I'll return to work on Monday, which is why blogging will be light, then. That said, I've got a couple of blog entries I'd...
November 15, 2005
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I've located where it is within the human body that the ego resides. Let me share how I made this discovery. This past weekend I joined 49 fellow Christian brothers -- most of whom call First Baptist Church Grapevine their...
November 11, 2005
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November 5, 2005
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YEEEEEEEEEE-HAW! I'm just getting warmed up. Cotter and I are soon on our way to the Texas Motor Speedway to view today's O'Reilly Challenge. 300 Miles. 200 laps. All courtesy of a very fine family from our church who gave...
November 4, 2005
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From The Uward Way Press Ten years ago- Celebrating life as a newlywed, heading into my first mid-term at Seminary. Wow. Time flies. Five years ago I was in Craig, as associate pastor. Was that really just five years ago?!?...
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The Meme that's all the rage, from the looks of things... It is the average American Meme. All the items listed are things that apply to average Americans. The ones crossed out are the ones that do not apply to...
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I plan on attending this conference in January. The all-star lineup includes Southern Baptist Heavy Hitters such as: Bill Taylor John Trent Mike Harland Al Mohler Jr. The brochure I received also listed Thom Rainer, the incoming president of Lifeway,...
October 7, 2005
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It seems as though all the fire alarms in our home were given new batteries at approximately the same time. For, in the third time within a week, another has begun to alert us that its 9-Volt power supply is...
September 29, 2005
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From the email, with my replies... WHAT COLOR PANTS ARE YOU WEARING RIGHT NOW? Navy slacks. WHAT ARE YOU LISTENING TO RIGHT NOW? The hum of my speakers...but to play along, let me hit shuffle on the itunes....okay...Obsession, by Animotion....
September 27, 2005
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Top 5ive Zip Codes Where I've lived: 81625 75028 30041 80210 76115 Footnote: Read this sad bio of Mr. Zip, a Behind-the-Codes expose' of how he was created, exploited, and ultimately euthanized, simply because he had become "an anachronism." What's...
September 24, 2005
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It's 2:25 AM...the church is mostly quiet. We have just sent off a little girl to the hospital with possible appendix problems. It's been a day, that's for certain. Shari, Kelli's sister, was released. They attributed her accident to low...
September 23, 2005
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We have a full house...100 Rita evacuees. Pray for the Lord to shear the storm, to preserve lives, and to protect the homes and possessions of people. I'll be helping out today, and then returning tonight for the ultra-popular and...
September 21, 2005
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Our church has just "been put on alert" to house evacuees from Rita. The news says the coastal cities are evacuating in phases. The unofficial word is that FEMA is handing out maps and phone books to evacuees to folks...
September 20, 2005
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From Christopher: 7 things I plan to do before I die 1) Breathe 2) Eat 3) Sneeze 4) Smile 5) Get a drink of water 6) Check my watch 7) Prepare for the mystery to be revealed! 7 things I...
September 19, 2005
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From the Llama Butchers: I'm at my best in the early morning. False -- not until a cuppa joe has entered the system. I start each day with a healthy breakfast. True....mostly. Weekends notwithstanding, where brown sugar bacon experiments may...
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Fluid Pudding made what she calls pig candy. I tried it and ended up with Bacon a la Brown Sugar Lacquer. 15 minutes at 325 degrees, plus another 10 minute discussion with your son about "doing the right thing" equals...
September 15, 2005
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Via email, I just received my first Nigerian investment scam a la Katrina Hurricane Relief. Offered by a "pastor" nonetheless, seeking to work with me "in the name of God." I hold a special distinction of animosity and resentment for...
September 14, 2005
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In perhaps the saddest sign yet of my advancing age... ...I woke to the dream that I was playing the arcade game Galaga, and after a frustrating round, went to the (even more than I) elderly clerk and complained, "Ma'am,...
September 8, 2005
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So Hillary Clinton and John "I'm no Psychic" Edwards have launched their 2008 presidential aspirations on waves of Katrina's floodwaters. Hillary rewrites history to cast her (husband's) tenure as a do-nothing wrong Camelot, while Edwards race- and class warfare-baits...
September 4, 2005
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Just taking a breath in the activity of the day. This morning's service was lightly attended, due to a housing meeting taking place at the same time. I can certainly understand why they'd want to be there rather than at...
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We've been immersed in Katrina relief. We have been working to meet the needs of 643 evacuees who have been housed in a local hotel. Long story with lots of confidentialities that I cannot breach. I'm preaching to this group...
September 1, 2005
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I was just corresponding with a lady by email about a ministry opportunity. She closed her message with "Feel free to call me Bryan." Yet, her name is not Bryan. Her name actually begins on the other end of the...
August 15, 2005
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18.123 gallons $50.00 One more week local transportation has been accomodated. While not seething in discontent, it would be fair to say that I am feeling off-put, with tinges of resentment toward caribou and liberal lawmakers....
August 13, 2005
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This is the logo I created for our Discipleship ministry. Well, kinda. The final incarnation brought the "G" and the "o" into more equitable size, nixed the letters on the "o" that represented the four mission fields of Acts...
July 27, 2005
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Today, I just had my first Texas Rainstorm since moving here. That's not to say it hasn't rained a few times already. But today is the First Texas Rainstorm*, if you know what I mean. A high of 83 degrees,...
July 24, 2005
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I'm torn. I feel obligated to keep apologizing for my lack of blogging. Real life has just not afforded such luxuries. But that's been a good thing. It's only a case of insomnia that has led to this entry. So,...
July 21, 2005
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I spent a little too much time investigating this site. I bookmarked it so I could return there. Not so much for a reference, but for reading pleasure. I won't even tell you how much time I spent on the...
July 16, 2005
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You know its a slow day when the biggest news on my radar is that Fluid Pudding now moves up and down my blogroll, rather than sitting quietly down at the bottom as she has in the past. Much more...
July 15, 2005
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Boy, I am not looking forward to the day when my golf skills start to decline the way Jack & Arnold's have....
July 10, 2005
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This one remains on the editing room floor, but finds a so-called life here:Many people initially bought Rick Warren's The Purpose Driven Life by mistake. They were actually looking for The Porpoise Driven Life, which is about dolphin training, and...
June 30, 2005
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In what has surely been said by others elsewhere better, I'm increasingly convinced that Starbucks Coffee shops (I don't know how to refer to the stores any better than I know how to correctly throw the caffiene jargon to effectively...
June 28, 2005
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Every once in a while...God does something so small in such a huge way that I am totally blown away by the powerful subtlety of His effective work, and I am encouraged that He is faithful to complete what He...
June 27, 2005
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My new neighbors may just think I'm possibly insane. Our home's front entrance has on each side of the sidewalk twin seven-foot trees. Today marked the fourth occasion (since we've arrived, at least) where an ambitious little spider has attempted...
June 26, 2005
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Two days ago, I celebrated my tenth anniversary of being married to Kelli, the joy of my life. I love my bride with a love ten-fold in breadth and depth and extent than that which I expressed on our wedding...
June 23, 2005
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gerontography n. - the practice of mapping a people group according to age: The gerontography of the church dictates the need to start a new class for 7th grade girls. This term isn't relegated to church life, though that's where...
June 22, 2005
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Some time ago, in one of my many subscribed emails, I received a list of funny/odd quotes, including these:Outside of the killings, Washington has one of the lowest crime rates in the country. -- Mayor Marion Barry, Washington, D.C. Sure,...
June 21, 2005
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I came out of a meeting today and bumped into none other than Steve Urkel. That's right, Jaleel White. He's in town filming a movie called Wonder Dogs, a family film due out next year, and the crew was lunching...
June 16, 2005
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We are here! We arrived in Texas on Monday night...got in to our home on Wednesday. We just got the cable/internet up and running today (a full-day set-up!). Many details to follow, soon.... Our thanks to everyone who remembered us...
June 12, 2005
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From the business center at the Holiday Inn Express, I offer this sayonara to the Peach State. We'll be heading down the highway after this morning's all star game (boy was yesterday an eye-opener! Details to come). Please pray for...
June 10, 2005
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We're entering what will likely be a period of Internet silence as I dismantle the PC for the move. Packing today, loading tomorrow, moving out on Sunday. We're moving in to our new home on the 15th. If a hotel...
June 8, 2005
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After two years, three months, two weeks and one day, my service at the North American Mission Board has come to an end. I've learned much and have been much blessed. I hope I've contributed at least half of what...
June 3, 2005
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No, this *is* my last Friday. My wonderful colleagues and coworkers are taking me and my family to lunch today. We're going to The Village Tavern. I'll order the salmon. This was the restaurant where I was taken when I...
June 1, 2005
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We're such big fans of Rick Warren that we've settled on the house at 604 Saddleback Lane in Flower Mound. Wahoo to finding a house. That was a joke, by the way. Our affinity for all things purpose-driven was no...
May 31, 2005
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We just got the first estimate from a moving company. Wowza, this process is muy expensivo. And we get a steep minister's discount. The discount is steep. Not the minister. Two more estimates tomorrow, and then a decision. We're still...
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I'm grumpy. I don't know what it is about me, but I cannot seem to find a good dentist. I've learned my lesson about naming names and damaging the fragile egos of tooth professionals, so the current culprit will go...
May 29, 2005
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Today's Bible study addresses the matter of leaving (or building) a godly legacy. Reduce all the eulogies down to one sentence, and tell me...what would you like it said of you when you're gone? For me? I'd like other's to...
May 27, 2005
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Unlike like last time, I was unable to resist temptation, and have given in to this meme I saw on the Web....forgive me...and partake of it yourself: My uncle once: freaked me out by dropping cold spaghetti down my back...
May 26, 2005
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We returned to the movie to watch it again last night, as I mentioned earlier. The experience was far less impacting, having seen it once. I spent the entire moving trying to analyze it in terms of the claims...
May 25, 2005
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We're going back to see Episode III again this early evening. Not because we're so in love with the movie, despite that our matching Wookiee outfits might declare otherwise. We have to be out of our home for 2 hours...
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I considered doing a new meme I saw online. But then I changed my mind....
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I noticed dry skin on my arms today, the result of sun exposure. I asked Melvin for some lotion, since I didn't want to flake my dead skin amongst my colleagues, and as a self-respecting, non-metrosexual male, I don't have...
May 23, 2005
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Kelli and I purchased new cell phones a few weeks ago, and I've been on a relentless quest to find the perfect ringtone. My first effort was the CU Fight Song...or so I thought. When I played it, co-worker Melissa...
May 20, 2005
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We have received and accepted an offer on our home this morning! We praise God for hearing our prayer and so quickly and thoroughly answering. He has met our needs and shown His enduring faithfulness. Thank you to all our...
May 18, 2005
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I am blogging from my phone. At the hospital for Kelsi's lip surgery. Please pray for her....
May 16, 2005
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May 15, 2005
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Bryan McAnally passed away today, at the age of 79. At least that's what this fun little longevity calculator from Northwester Mutual determined. (Try this link if the other doesn't work for you -- I also found out that I...
May 13, 2005
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I'm cleaning rusty tools. I was challenged by a big spider. Too far away to smoosh. Too close to let live. No bug spray. WD-40....in a pinch....breathe deep, Charlotte....
May 12, 2005
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I'm not afraid of Friday the 13th. That's not why I'm staying home tomorrow. I need to get my home ready for an open house....
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Today, I'm a sponge... An all day class on "How to satisfy HR requirements by sitting in on day-long self improvement courses." Just kidding, it's on the eminently more important (and hopefully interesting) "How to build powerful ministry teams." I'm...
May 8, 2005
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You scored as Republican. Republican100%Anarchism50%Socialist33%Democrat33%Fascism17%Green8%Nazi0%Communism0%What Political Party Do Your Beliefs Put You In?created with QuizFarm.com...
May 7, 2005
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Spent the day at the ball park. Cotter's team was clobbered. Kaylyn's team won a nail-biter. Both kids played well. Sun burns ensued, for all of us. Bryan's grumpy...and glowing. On a positive note, the house showed today while we...
May 6, 2005
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My house is for sale. Not actual size. Please buy it. We want to move to Texas and start ministry there. We now return to our regularly scheduled programming....
May 5, 2005
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Field day was cancelled. This comes to you from Cotter's kindergarten classroom. They're watching Fern Gully...I'm blogging. Kaylyn gets her cupcakes with her class in one hour. Just how many animated features has Robin Williams been a part of? Amazingly,...
May 2, 2005
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Sorry folks... Your English Skills: Grammar: 100% Punctuation: 100% Spelling: 100% Vocabulary: 100% Does Your English Cut the Mustard? Thanks, Jen, for the distraction....
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This is my office. This is my excuse to play with my new cell phone, to see how the picture mail works. I'm pretty sure that's my finger at the bottom of the picture....
April 30, 2005
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We've just ordered pizza online, for the first time. Estimated delivery, 50 minutes. It's not long before we make robots to deliver this pizza, thus eliminating human-to-human communication from this procedure altogether, but not without raising ethical questions new to...
April 27, 2005
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This morning on my AM commute, I was cut off by a lovely, swerving, and very possibly intoxicated driver of a Chevy Blazer, who thought it appropriate to adorn the SUV with this bumper sticker advocacy: Clearly, this driver shared...
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Answering Songstress's call, I hereby continue the meme of Ogre, because as I've said before, it's all about meme... (The following is a C&P from the Songstress) Ogre here has created a new meme (not that I needed another one)...
April 26, 2005
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I think I'm at a point where even the casual observer would declare I have an unhealthy obsession with writing implements. I've not counted, but between my upper drawers at work and at home, desktops at both locales, and various...
April 25, 2005
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So I just downloaded Il Divo's Unbreak My Heart...couldn't stand the song when Celine did it...it was she who did it, yes? Anyway...I can't understand a single word these guys are saying, but boy do they shur sing purdy....
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Because it's all about Meme... Three Names You Go By: Bry, Mac, Daddy (but not Mac Daddy) Three Things You Like About Yourself: I have a wonderful discretion in selecting friends, I don't take myself seriously, and I appreciate a...
April 22, 2005
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Our new church home! My new mission base! Our thanks and praise to God, from Whom all blessings flow!...
April 21, 2005
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The other day, while I was filling out the loan papers to fill up my Durango with the sweet Arabian nectar that is the go-juice which propels my little SUV, I noticed a legal notice that -- at least here...
April 19, 2005
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We've returned home. It is with great excitement that I share the news that I have accepted an invitation to serve as the minister of education and discipleship at First Baptist Church of Grapevine, Texas. This process began several months...
April 14, 2005
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So with three days left of my parents vacation with us, I took sick with the flu. Now they're gone and I'm still at home, hacking out lung butter. On a fun note, I'm taking Mucinex. The bi-layered pills are...
April 10, 2005
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Blogging is light because my folks are here, until Wednesday. I just thought I owed you an explanation....
April 4, 2005
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My bride alerted me to this, but you get interesting results from the google image search of my name....
April 2, 2005
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Adapted From Steve at King's Kid: CATEGORY 1--Food: 1. Dunkin or Krispy Kreme 2. Cheese curls or cheese puffs 3. Chocolate or vanilla CATEGORY 2--TV People: 1. Ginger or Mary Ann 2. Crockett or Tubbs 3. Barney or Warren --...
April 1, 2005
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Just in case you find yourself asking, "I wonder what Bryan has on his schedule for today?"... I'll be in a writer's conference for the 2006-7 writers of the publication I edit. Thanks for asking. Or not....
March 31, 2005
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Adapted & Personalized from the Web: Accent: None...it's the rest of y'all that have an accent. Bra size: I've never been measured for a mansiere. Chore I hate: Cleaning the bathtub (when I rarely have to do it) Dad’s name:...
March 29, 2005
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Kelli just received an order of 15 bales of pine straw delivered to our home. Guess who has a project waiting for him when he gets home? That's right. Cotter is six now. It's about time he started pulling his...
March 27, 2005
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I wanted to be the *very last* person to type my 10 Unique Things I've Done to Make Me Appear Pretentiously Cool (not that *yours* came across that way, really...now, the other guy's...absolutely...but your's....it was brilliant!). So away we go.......
March 24, 2005
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Not that anyone is asking, but I download the free I-Tunes song of the week, each and every week, just on principle. This week's song, Telescope Eyes, by Eisley, isn't too shabby. Not that I know what the lyrics say...
March 20, 2005
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So today, rather than suffer through another day of bad basketball guessing while I wait for the right to return home at a good airfare, I opted to go for a drive. 320 miles later, I've completed a round trip...
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Just as I boarded my flight to Portland (which, I should remind you, was three HOURS delayed because of a relentless Atlanta drizzle [and I'm not talking in Snoop Doggese]), I stepped forward to allow one Ralphie May to proceed...
March 19, 2005
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The conferences for the state men's gathering of the Northwest Baptist Convention went well. I really enjoy this part of my job, helping a men's group chase a vision for the mission of God. I returned to my hotel to...
March 18, 2005
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I made it to Portland at 1:45 PST after flight delays. I had good intentions of being a sight-seer today, but my desire to get the NCAA brackets updated has not allowed that to happen. I just called in a...
March 17, 2005
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Today, I'll be at this dialogue with former boss2 (he's "former" boss because he's moved to the other side of our team and I have a new boss2 who is actually now boss1 with the new reorganization. From there I'll...
March 16, 2005
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I'm a Mesomorph:Your body is closest to a Mesomorph. You have a naturally fit body but to maintain it or improve it you should exercise and diet correctly for your type. Strength training can be done more often and for...
March 12, 2005
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Hi. I'm Bryan, and I like Since U Been Gone. Melissa over at Anything But Ordinary has posted the Twelve Step program for sad folk like me who are unfortunately addicted to Kelly Clarkson's unexpectedly cool hit song (and from...
March 9, 2005
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I just made up a word, unintentionally... insightenment - n.: the love child between insight and enlightenment, a push-me-pull-you epiphany that is either Providential, self-discovered, both, or neither. This ultimately useless concept was born and died within a span of...
March 8, 2005
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We're all back. Thanks for the prayers. They did avail much, and for that, we're greatly appreciative. I'll be sharing more soon....
February 28, 2005
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Kelli and I just had a conversation about who would answer the door when the Publisher's Clearing House Prize Patrol comes knocking on the door tonight. For the record, it'll be Kelli. I'm already in my jammie clothes for nighttime....
February 24, 2005
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Blogging will be light the next few days, as I'm heading north to Gatlinburg, for the National BMEN rally, where I'll be the MC, and lead a couple break out sessions. This is my first rally, and I'm looking forward...
February 23, 2005
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From King's Kid, begat it from elsewhere...Places you've been using the letters of your name: Bryan, Texas -- Drove 200 miles out of the way to get my picture by the sign. Reno, Nevada -- You have to fly in...
February 21, 2005
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My mom just called, tearfully telling me that my childhood dog Holly died. She was 16, which in dog years was "older than Mammaw," as Cotter would say (Mammaw is Kelli's 98 year-old grandmother). Holly was a mutt picked up...
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A little quid pro quo for Jen...sorry for the delay, I wasn't on the computer much this weekend. What’s your favorite kind of cookie? I'm a fan of most cookies, but I like the soft oatmeal with raisins the best,...
February 20, 2005
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We went to the circus on Saturday. It was pretty cool. This was the first time that either Kelli or I had gone to the Big Daddy of Circuses, Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey. Heretofore, we had only been...
February 17, 2005
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Adding a link to the Web chain of TMI: WHAT IS YOUR MIDDLE NAME? Eugene. Seriously. WHAT COLOR PANTS ARE YOU WEARING? capuccino brown, and not because I spilt the coffee. WHAT ARE YOU LISTENING TO RIGHT NOW? The...
February 15, 2005
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My children hid Valentine's Day cards for Kelli and I throughout our house. I opened up my sock drawer, and Spider Man invited me to "swing with him." I picked up my hair gel, and Cinderella encouraged me to "make...
February 14, 2005
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Hijacked from around the web...YOUR SENIOR YEAR OF HIGH SCHOOL * [What year was it?] 1990 [What were your three favorite bands?] Van Halen, Guns N Roses, Motley Crue (I was moving strongly into my metal phase) [What was your...
February 12, 2005
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So here's a couple of things that bug me lately: Support Ribbons. I support the troops. I'm against HIV, breast cancer, and all other bad and evil things. I followed a car with three of these gigantic magnet ribbons, all...
February 10, 2005
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Here's my 43 things. I welcome you to agree with me if we share any of the same ambitions, or simply create your own. Add your link in the comments (since I've disabled trackbacks until the spammer can be vanquished)....
February 8, 2005
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Yesterday was a busy day...real life and all that. Please pray for boss2, who was diagnosed with Bells Palsy over the weekend. He had been ill with a severe sore throat at the end of last week and the concern...
February 4, 2005
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We have limited Internet connection here, and the bigger surprise is that I actually remembered my password to get into the MT authoring page. The conference is going well....but since we're at a Baptist camp, there's no television or phone...
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Bryan's BMEN travel season has commenced, starting with my trip two weeks ago to South Carolina. Today, I'm off to Shocco Springs, Alabama, for a conference with 'Bama Associational Baptist Men On Mission directors. In three weeks, I'll be in...
February 3, 2005
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Speaking of the Simpsons, last night before sleepy time, I skipped through the channels and paused at Jessica and Nick, on MTV, celebrating their second honeymoon by getting loopy drunk at a California vineyard. This forgettable slice of disposable entertainment...
February 2, 2005
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Normally, I'm quite reliable at keeping a confidence. I do my best not to partake in gossip disguised as private, personal information. When the information is genuine and necessarily descreet, I usually have no problem keeping that information to myself....
January 31, 2005
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Saturday's icy events caused Atlanta-area news channels to post a scrolling list of cancellations and postponements. This one cracked me up... Spring in Atlanta postponed until 2 PM I thought that was an optimistic estimate, but wouldn't you know it,...
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Kelli returned! Just in time, too. Kaylyn woke up this morning with a double case of pink eye. Conjunctivitis. Pupil Ick. And that, my friends, is just a little more than Bryan can handle. Not in a gross-out way...that I...
January 29, 2005
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So I haven't shaved in five days. I have never attempted to grow a beard. So...I have to be honest with you...I like how it's looking. Indeed, this will be a good surprise for Kelli. Every day, Kaylyn asks me,...
January 26, 2005
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Yesterday, I escorted my bride to the Atlanta airport so she could take part in Lifeway's annual conference for Sunday school writers. Everything after the moment of saying goodbye to her is a blur, a whirling dervish of activity where...
January 24, 2005
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A British Psychologist has determined that today is the most depressing day of the year. I just want to make it known that nothing could be further from the truth, due to some exciting details which I'm unable to share...
January 20, 2005
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These, OK: These, Not OK: Grown men should not wear ankle socks. Take this from one who recently did and swore to do so never again....
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The following is offered because I was listed as the person most likely to respond...and I so I acquiesce and submit:What time did you get up? Got a late start today...8 AM! If you could eat lunch with one person,...
January 12, 2005
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An only slightly-edited reprint of my recent IM conversation with Clay, as I waited for the printer to spit out the final proof of my magazine: Never give out your password or credit card number in an instant message conversation....
January 11, 2005
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I know this is entirely for me, but here's another image that would be altogether funny yet inappropriate for the cover of our leading book for men's ministry: UPDATE: And another:...
January 6, 2005
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I've been sick....a return of the streptococcal virus bacterium, I believe, isolated to the throatal region. I'm sorry if my use of the highly technical medical jargon has left you confused. I tend to refer to my extensive knowledge of...
January 3, 2005
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Kelsi Girl just brought me a dandelion. Into the house. Kelsi Girl: I just brought you a gift, daddy. Me: Well thank you darlin', it's beautiful. KG: Well, I'll just keep it. Me: Okaaayy... KG: I'll blow it out...
January 2, 2005
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Three Priorities for 2005: In the year 2005 I resolve to: Bring back disco. In the year 2005 I resolve to: Stop checking my e-mail at 3:00 in the morning. In the year 2005 I resolve to: Stop making silly...
December 31, 2004
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We returned to Target today. Not the same one where we had our brush with Bobby & Whitney, but a Super Target just up the road a few miles. I'm not certain, but I think the difference between a regular...
December 26, 2004
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So the other day, Cotter comes home with a small canister of Play Doh, a gift for Christmas from his kindergarten class party. We're not big partakers in the institution of Play Doh in the McAnally household. So, to discuss...
December 20, 2004
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Yesterday, I'm driving home from church when the most horrendous noise nearly ruptured my ear drums. I immediately pulled the car over, thinking a cat must have jumped up into my front end and was now hopelessly mangled in my...
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We appreciate your patience in the lack of posting here, as if you had to call in sick today because the wisdom of Spare Change had yet to illuminate your path to the car in the garage. We are so...
December 16, 2004
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I got a phone call from my eye doctor that the results for my eligibility for lasik is up in the air. Apparently, my corneas are in the 500s, and they need to be in the 550s. I blame my...
December 15, 2004
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I went to my first eye exam in four years this afternoon. My appointment was in this swanky clinic that I later found out was in a plastic surgery facility called -no joke - The Swan Building. I have a...
December 14, 2004
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via Such Small Hands: Egg nog - yum or yuck? 1 cup for the season is adequate. Any more than that and i'm hurling like an extra on an MTV Johnny Knoxville reality show. Stay up until midnight on New...
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Thanks to everyone who prayed for Kelsi. Her MRI went without a negative experience. She was mildly annoyed at the insertion of an IV needle, but only because it redirected her diverted attention from a book Kelli read as I...
December 12, 2004
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Okay. So Christopher posts this lovely but surprisingly difficult little quiz over at his site. The challenge....determine a Christmas carol or holiday song by a series of letters representing the initial letter of each word in each song's first line...
December 11, 2004
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This morning, I've been given the opportunity to share a devotional for Cotter's first Upward Basketball game, the league for which is held in a Methodist church's gymnasium. All four teams of 5-year-olds will stop during half-time and I'll speak...
December 6, 2004
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We just ened our relationship with BellSouth telephone and Internet services. We've seen it coming for a time, but the romance has really been gone for a couple months now. The high rates. The complete inability to filter out spam....
December 3, 2004
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Something funky is going on with the office air conditioning. Suddenly, the entire building smells like a teenage boy's dirty, moldy sweat sock. Though I mean that in the nicest way possible....
December 2, 2004
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This cracked me up, in the spirit of neighborly love and cooperation through the holidays: And the highly entertaining related story....
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An email I was just forced to send, by virtue of my having to be right about matters of the following subject:It’s not that any of you are wrong, its just that you are less correct than me. From www.dictionary.com...
December 1, 2004
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No funny tale here...just relating that last night, Cotter read his first extended passage out of the Family Bible (Isaiah 40:7-9), and it was one of the sweetest, most special moments we've had lately. He stumbled over words like "sovereign"...
November 25, 2004
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In all things, I give thanks....
November 23, 2004
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I think I'm probably demonstrating the veracity of this post's title even by sharing its content. Yet, I proceed unabated... Our youngest is going through the process of toilet training. She's doing pretty well. Last night, Kelsi got her first...
November 20, 2004
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We've recently switched over to the cable Internet services of Adelphia, and so far, I can say with great confidence that I understand why they're going bankrupt. As a rule of thumb, when your Internet service unexpectedly goes Kablooey!!and you...
November 17, 2004
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Today in my inbox, I received four copies of the Ole Miss Alumni newsletter. I'm an alumnus of the University of Colorado. But because I'm a team player, if you are a former Rebelette (but is anyone ever *really* a...
November 16, 2004
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Today, our division of workers at my office is partaking in the phenomenon of what is known as "Team Building." We are gathering at Uncle Shuck's to cavort through his cornfield maze. I'm not at all worried about running into...
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In 1999, I was serving as an associate pastor in Craig, Colorado. A series of unexpected events occurred that led to my filling in as an interim pastor at that same church. God used the interim time to affirm the...
October 29, 2004
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Ain't that a peach? Kelli and I went to downtown Cumming, this AM, accompanied by Kelsi, and participated in out nation's democracy. We were greatly encouraged by the high turnout. It took us approximately an hour to walk the line...
October 27, 2004
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I'm back home. Waiting for my bride to pick me up at the Atlanta Airport. Andre 3000, sans posse, walked by to an awaiting Town Car. I didn't immediately recognize him, but a group of 4 young ladies all went...
October 22, 2004
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I blog today from Albuquerque, New Mexico. I'm spending a few days with my brother before heading south to Alamogordo for a men's conference. I'm glad the Cards won, inasmuch as I have to dwell amongst a fanatic for the...
October 18, 2004
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Things I've learned... Telling people you have bronchitis keeps people from wanting to shake your hand. Especially if you cough right into it immediately before. Yet, if you decline to shake hands, and explain that its because you've been coughing...
October 13, 2004
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So I was diagnosed with bronchitis. I came and put in a partial day at the office, before the increasing fever once again had its way with me. Al Buterol promised to be a good, new friend, but it turns...
October 3, 2004
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The McAnally family didn't attend worship this morning. Mom & Dad McAnally are fighting a virus. Kelli's been fighting it for about 30 days. Four trips to the docs, multiple tests, multiple prescriptions, and a few stabs in the dark...
September 28, 2004
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I've edited so much today that I cannot be held responsible for the accuracy of that which is reported at this site. I'm taking my cues from Dan Rather. I'm a bit suspicious that someone is biting all the white...
September 21, 2004
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Do you ever have those times where you are just so overwhelmed with love that you feel like your heart will explode? That's how I feel today, for my wife and children. We're monitoring the situation closely....
September 20, 2004
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Me, in prayer to the Lord, this day....
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The philosopher Karen Carpenter once said, "Rainy days and Mondays always get me down." This is the second week in a row that Monday has lived up to its reputation. And for me, it's not the big things...its all...
September 13, 2004
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This is where we're going on Friday, for a men's conference -- pending Ivan's cooperation, that is. Take a look around. Imagine me, having fun. That's it. Very good....
September 8, 2004
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Not to brag, but I was looking a little Michael Douglas-ish today. Unfortunately, it was "Falling Down" Michael Douglas, (minus the automatic pistol and the whole "crazy mad at the world" thing) and not "The American President" Michael Douglas....
September 7, 2004
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I just came across this sentence as I edit (professionally, that is, for my paycheck):As you think about Romans 12 this week, make a concerted effort to think about the things you think about. Whoa. UPDATE: aaahhh....humility be thy name....
September 2, 2004
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This has taken a while, and has been delayed by one accidental deletion, but so that the earth may resume spinning upon its axis, I offer my own contribution to the fifty things that seems to have bouced around. Let...
August 31, 2004
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There's a guy I work with (and by "work with," I mean "with whom I share a common employer") who I don't know by name. I don't interact with him on a daily basis. In fact, we've not crossed professional...
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Thanks for your prayer...it was answered in a clear, discernable way. I appreciate you who took my need to God. He is faithful, and He worked through you. Thank you much....
August 28, 2004
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Though I cannot substantiate the claim that follows, last night I purchased what very well may have been the three most perfect avocados I've ever encountered....
August 26, 2004
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Please intercede to our Lord on my behalf. I need wisdom & understanding, and the provision to obey His will, however it be revealed. God already knows the details, I just ask for your prayer partnership. Thanks....
August 20, 2004
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in the bathroom line at the Steamboat Springs Starbucks: Dude, next time lock the door! For Cryin' Out Loud, Bryan...
August 17, 2004
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Still very much enjoying the vacation, thank you very much. I don't know what it is about spending a few days in my parents' home, but I have mentally reverted back to that time where all the neurons aren't connecting....
August 14, 2004
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The WMCI conference is over. The surprise reception honoring Kelli's dad was a hit! All the lies and deception, some of which were perpetuated through this blog (but all for a good, honorable purpose, I assure you!), effectively obfuscated the...
August 11, 2004
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And head out. I've incited lots of family jealousy because of the trip back to Colorado. I'll be spending the weekend with Kelli's folks, at the conference there. It's really wierd to think that's the last time I'll see them...
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I actually just said this (and was completely understood on the other end):I just sent the BMEN NCT CD with the Mag PDF and the WORK PPT to the GBC, SCBC, and the FBC, OK? I'd like to buy a...
August 9, 2004
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Well, that was embarrassing. I, in a purpose-driven trip to the bathroom, attempted to push the men's room door open with both hands, arms extended. I can't tell you why this was my form, as it normally is not so...
August 5, 2004
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The other night: Donald Trump, on TV: The upcoming season of The Apprentice will be even bigger or better than last season!* Me (to Kelli): Whatever....I'm "the Apprentice."** Kelsi, rushing in, concerned from what she overheard from across the room:...
July 31, 2004
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I've never served host to a chigger. Until my trip to Stone Mountain, that is. Now, I have evidence of feeding no less than 31 chiggers. I have been properly grossed-out by first thinking they had burrowed into my skin,...
July 27, 2004
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The first issue of Men@WORK, The Magazine is finished. Well, it will be today. Boss2 and I have been working ardently with our designer for a few days on the editorial aspects of it. Boss 3 returned from vacation and...
July 24, 2004
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Tell me I'm not the only one: when trying to have a conversation with the spouse whilst driving, attempts to lower the volume of the children talking in the back seat by turning down the stereo knob or turning it...
July 22, 2004
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When The Passion of the Christ neared its release, a savvy Mel Gibson provided advance screenings to likely-sympathetic audiences. The move firmed up a strong support base, increased promotion, and conjured controversy. It was a brilliant move, and I confess...
July 21, 2004
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Just wanted to give a quick report of the final take from the Birthday Boy's Big Bonanza: A new shirt, button down, blue. Two new John McArthur commentaries, 1st & 2nd Timothy A new leather travel bag 2 lunch dates...one...
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Mercy is not a spiritual gift I possess. You might be able to discern that from my yammering away here at Spare Change. That said, the Lord has given me with a disproportionately tender spirit for the children in crisis....
July 19, 2004
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From Boss2Shelby was released from the hospital Sunday morning and we arrived home at 8:30 last night, praise the Lord! She is much better. Her final diagnosis was strep pneumonia with complications to the kidneys. Her case is so unusual...
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As a matter of fact, I do. In celebrating my 32nd birthday, my family met me for lunch at the local Bahama Breeze, and blessed me with the wonderful gift of their company. Kaylyn & Cotter have determined that for...
July 13, 2004
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Changing the answers to Christopher's post: Last CD you purchased A few from Media Play's Used CD rack, including the Best of Journey, Best of Fleetwood Mac, Asia -- Then & Now (essentially, a "best of" that only has 4...
July 10, 2004
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Yesterday, with all good intentions, I purchased a small hedge trimmer from the Depot for Home Improvement. Upon unboxing it, I found that I didn't have the appropriate extension cord to supply electricity to this toothy fella. So, Kelli went...
July 9, 2004
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I've fully recovered from my fever, but I knew I had to spend a little time getting better when, as I waited at work for my bride on Wednesday, I noticed amidst our giveaway rack a gospel tract for the...
July 6, 2004
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Two of my favorite Christian songs are What if I Stumble by DC Talk and We Fall Down by Bob Carlisle. It's been a long time since they've been as real and as relevant as they are to me right...
July 4, 2004
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Kelli claims I woke her in the middle of the night to have this conversation: Me:Are you awake? Her: No. Me: What's your lucky number? Her: What? Me: Mine's 13. Well, it used to be. Her: Go to sleep. (too...
July 1, 2004
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We're starting a new wellness campaign at the workplace. It's called "Working On Wellness" or W.O.W. for short. This is fine. I'm glad to do it, especially after gorging on the Twinkie Twinpack of conviction and disgust while at the...
June 29, 2004
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Taking the trash to the curb this morning, I found my lawn littered with white squares of paper. Upon closer examination, I discovered 24 dew-soaked Georgia lottery Pick 3 tickets. I gathered them, for a moment considering throwing them immediately...
June 24, 2004
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Nine years ago today, I became Mr. Bryan McAnally, husband of the lady theretofore receiving all personal correspondence as Ms. Kelli Kay Cotter. We were wed at 2 PM at Riverside Baptist Church, with the Reverend Sam Cotter, her father,...
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Kelsi, our youngest, has been with us for 27-and-a-half months. Her developing vocabulary has been the regular subject of blog fodder. She's still working on some concepts. For example, when she's in need of SPF 50, she asks for scum...
June 23, 2004
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Zombyboy over at ResurrectionSong is trying to help Diana Karina Galo Diaz find the perfect nickname. With so many creative minds coming by here on a regular basis, I just knew we'd be able to help. Leave your suggestions here...
June 22, 2004
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Here's a pic of me with two of my bosses while we're working the Southern Baptist Convention (I'm the guy in blue). Christopher, save this for future reference! And here's where you can look at and order the Bible study...
June 18, 2004
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Here's two new gems from the boy: On learning math: "Mommy, can I use my fingers in kindergarten? Good...because I'm going to need them." On anatomy: " Hey Kaylyn, did you know my bottom is broke? It has a crack...
June 15, 2004
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Halfway through day 4 and I still have not seen Christopher. I'm beginning to lose hope of that aim actually being accomplished. We have gone through our 500 copies of Men@WORK. My spirit is tremendously encouraged by the large number...
June 12, 2004
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What a great day! Despite early threats of flash floods, lightning, and pouring rain, we enjoyed a great day at the Cloverleaf apartments. Twenty-five cars had oil changes. Fourty cars were washed. 130 pinewood cars were made. Countless races were...
June 10, 2004
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This may bew a recurring theme, or just an insomnia-induced passing fancy. From time to time, I will* share with you a personal connection with someone who for one reason or another is webfamous. First up is Jason Selvidge. Jason...
June 8, 2004
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I've done it again. Let me preface by sharing that I enjoy working in a place where I can know, with a high level of confidence, that virtually all of my co-workers have placed their faith in Jesus as the...
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So the trip to Rome, Georgia, was pretty fun and terrific. We saw things we never saw before, such as a grave site for the confederate war dead (of Floyd County). We also saw the burial plot for Woodrow Wilson's...
June 3, 2004
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Co-worker, colleague, and one day contributor here at Spare Change, Melissa at Coffee Swirls and One Girls World (which I've blogrolled) lists a series of her "2nd Favorites." This is harder than picking favorites. Here's my list (with favorites in...
May 30, 2004
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This was my first international excursion, so by law I had to visit the Duty Free store before I would be allowed to return to my family. This store is a service made available to help the international traveler use...
May 28, 2004
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Apparently, there's some hockey-crazy fans up here in Canada. This has been really cool, being in a place where a sport other than American football is being followed with more zeal than I've ever seen, even American football. Calgary isn't...
May 27, 2004
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After a loooooong day of travel, I am here in Cochrane, Alberta, Canada. It's really pretty. The long string of the Canadian Rockies is quite beautiful. I'm planning on driving to Banff on Friday (about an hour to the west)...
May 26, 2004
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I'm heading to the airport in just a few hours. I've decided to stay awake so I can sleep on the plane. I discovered as I packed that I must have left all my laptop cables in the projector box...
May 22, 2004
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Well, one re-installed Dell Computer later, I'm back. I have back-ups to just about everything. But not everything. So, if we talk by email, there's a good chance I don't have your contact information any more. So send me an...
May 21, 2004
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This quiz, from News from the Great Beyond: The sixth book written, you're nevertheless the first chronologically. You not only describe the creation of Narnia and tell where the White Witch, the lampost and the wardrobe came from, you get...
May 19, 2004
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Saturday, we spent the day in the sun. There was a bright sun and a cool breeze. The latter caused me to disregard the former. By six o'clock that evening I couldn't move from the sunburn. My face was radiating...
May 18, 2004
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This is me. ugh....
May 13, 2004
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Light blogging today and through Saturday...Clay & Laura are here from Texas...enjoy your weekend! I'd love to have one of the other fine players from Spare Change post an entry or two!...
May 12, 2004
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I just received an important phone call from home: Me (looking at caller ID, seeing my home #): Hi! Cotter: Hi Daddy! Me (having expected Kelli's voice): What's going on? Cotter: We caught a turtle! Me: Come again? Cotter: A...
May 11, 2004
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Sorry the blogging has been light (in terms of number of posts, not length). Everything culminates today, in terms of the work I've been doing for, well, basically since I've come on to staff at the Board. The small group...
May 8, 2004
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Jared at Thinklings asks about the books of the greatest influence in life. In addition to Jared's choices, there are many good other selections in the comments. I don't necessarily think my list is any better than anyone else's, but...
May 7, 2004
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Long story short. Kelli has what Kelsi had. Kelli's miserable. The doctor yesterday bragged, "you have the worst adult ear infection I've seen in years." This acclaim was not accompanied by a medal or a ribbon or even a certificate....
May 5, 2004
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Today, my oldest daughter celebrates the seventh anniversary of her birth. It seems like a different life ago when Kelli and I were seminary students and denominational servants living in Fort Worth, wondering what in the world God had in...
April 29, 2004
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We begin our annual writer's conference in just a few hours. I've been wrapping up details all day long. This year's event is just a little more taxing (for me, at least) than usual because of all the organizational changes...
April 26, 2004
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A fully day moving...everything is sore. Aside from the location, I really prefer my new office...its configured just a slight differently, which allows me to have two guest chairs and a much more friendly environment. I'm directly over the main...
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Today when I arrive to my office, I'll have two main responsibilities: 1. Give each and every person who asks a report on Kelsi. This is not a complaint. I feel that anyone who cares enough to have asked and...
April 25, 2004
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Information, knowledge, and wisdom gleaned from my past week of living: The pop musician Prince stands a diminutive 5'2". The internet term "jump the shark" originates from the Happy Days episode in which the Fonz improbably does just that, on...
April 22, 2004
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Yesterday was a busy day with a writer coming in early, unable to attend next week's writer's conference due to a schedule conflict. So, we had a marathon session getting him prepared for his assignments in light of the redesign...
April 20, 2004
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Yesterday, I took a box down to the mail room. This box's contents need to meet me in Ohio for my conference this weekend. When I arrived, I saw a mail cart full of loaves of bread, containers of muffins,...
April 17, 2004
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See what amusement park ride you are. I take justalittle joy out of knowing that I'm #1 for Google search on "Waikiki Hockey," beating out even SNL. Now that those little items are out of the way... A good...
April 16, 2004
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Further evidence I'm a big dork? Opened up my browser, which my home page is my blog (egomaniacal or pathetic? you decide.) and I notice that my blogroll has updated posts from Jen, Irene, Thinklings, Captain Ed, and Tony. And...
April 15, 2004
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In a day filled with impending deadlines, I've been attached to the computer. This morning, however, started off nicely with a chapel featuring Governor Sonny Perdue. He spoke plainly and honestly about how his life has been directed by a...
April 12, 2004
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Came across this link showing Google hits for Goof Friday. Chuck Missler posits that Good Friday actually took place on Wednesday. I have the mild peeve of the term "Easter," because of its pagan origins. I much prefer Resurrection Sunday,...
April 2, 2004
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There's not been a new Friday Five for a month now, so I just went in to the archives and went with the first one I clicked on (April 4, 2002, fyi). You can pick your own repackaged Quintent here....
April 1, 2004
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Adopted and Adapted from Stacy Five favourite fashion accessories from the 80s: 1. Parachute Pants. 2. Powder Jacket. 3. A certain red leather coat. 4. Knit ties. 5. Ocean Pacific Tanktops. Five favourite movies from the 80s (name it by...
March 28, 2004
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This is the fault of peach salsa. I'll let you connect the dots... I am a Base-defender. What's mine is mine, and I make sure everyone knows it. Nobody invades my space without permission - I'd destroy everything I own...
March 27, 2004
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It's been a busy couple of days.... Golf was fantastic. I think we came in dead last. My team was three other missionaries (I'm technically considered a missionary for this conference, and technically, I am, but technically, I don't feel...
March 25, 2004
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Day 3 of the Missions Conference involves a golf tournament. I'm going to see just how spiritual these folks are in terms of charity and grace. This will certainly be the least "workish" part of the week for me. But...
March 23, 2004
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As part of Blogger Idol's Week 10 topic of Childhood Treasures, here is a selected retrospective into some of the formative events in the first seven years of the life of one man, a living testimony to the grace,...
March 22, 2004
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What are you afraid of? Seriously. When I say/type "afraid," I'm not talking about the way I'm afraid of Cher reunion tours, Ben Affleck film marathons, and soyburgers. I'm talking about what fears do you have, real or imagined? Me?...
March 19, 2004
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The Friday Five: If you... 1. ...owned a restaurant, what kind of food would you serve? all my favorites, and nothing else. You don't like it, go to the Olive Garden. 2. ...owned a small store, what kind of merchandise...
March 12, 2004
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This week's Quintent of Quizzatives: 1. What was the last song you heard?I honestly couldn't tell you. I remember hearing In the Air Tonight by Phil Collins yesterday in the Credit Union while waiting for a check to pay my...
March 11, 2004
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Our coffee maker went kaput recently. It was one of the ones you get for free* through Gevalia's coffee-by-subscription program. Admittedly, Kelli puts our coffee makers through industrial use, but this one fell apart under relatively simple strain. It did...
February 12, 2004
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Dear Lady in the Blue Celica:Today, you and I shared a brief encounter that was no doubt significant. As we both made our southbound commute down Highway 400-19 at approximately 7:13 this morning, our paths crossed in a dramatic way.You...
February 4, 2004
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Have you ever had one of those times when you have been going along thinking you're pretty smart, feeling like you've got a good grasp on things, only to spend a little time with someone who really is pretty smart...
January 29, 2004
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Just a few hours after I share how I was prideful over the editing thing, we "unveil" this resource for our partners doing the work in the state organizations. As a unrelated presentation goes on, boss3 leans over to me...
December 6, 2003
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For optimum viewing, I wear eyeglasses. When I woke up this morning, I got out of bed without putting them on my face. I pulled apart the slatted blinds to see how the weather was going to be today. I...
December 5, 2003
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when I walked in to the "Donation Area" for giving blood, I was greeted by a sign emblazoned with a big biohazard symbolwith the wordsBlood Spatter Possible in this AreaAll of a sudden, I had a 28 Days Later momentary-type...
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Background: We ("we" meaning everyone else in my area, except for me) have been diligently decorating our work area to recreate a Victorian neighborhood atmosphere. On each of our doors, we have recreated Christmas hymns. For our AME, we have...
December 4, 2003
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a couple days ago, two of our volunteers were wrapping this huge flat package in Christmas paper. I said as I walked by, "I've never gotten a package that big before!"They looked at each other peculiarly and dismissed me.Yesterday, as...
November 14, 2003
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Kyle asks the dangerous question, "What's the stupidest thing you've ever done?"I have to commend him, his stupidity was really pretty impressive.My list is long and sundry. And then, of course, there's the whole "ha ha funny" stupid list and...
November 9, 2003
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On Friday, NAMB offered employees free flu innoculations. I decided to get one, since we've seemed to be particularly susceptible to the backwoods viruses that call the North Georgia atmosphere "home." In fact, our date night for Friday was postponed...
October 27, 2003
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i'm not a hircute hirsute man.i've never attempted to grow a moustache, for if i did, people would ask if i'd like a hanky to wipe the chocolate milk off my upper lip. often, i've remarked that any attempts to...
October 21, 2003
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to stupid things i did todayyesterday, there was a toofer.first, after finishing cotter's room with touch-up, i went to clean the roller of all the accumulated paint. i dutifully removed the tubular pad from the handle, and began washing it...
October 19, 2003
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but if i did, i'd obviously understand its not as significant as i'd like to think.today, as part of painting cotter's room the darkest shade of blue possible without it being confused for black, we discovered that we'd have to...
October 6, 2003
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i hate it when i buy a large quantity of something, only to find out it was the wrong type, or of poor quality.case-in-point #1. I purchased a 10-pound bag of russett potatoes. i came home to discover that i...
October 1, 2003
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we have two security guards who monitor the front door at the North American Mission Board. One who i see every afternoon as i depart for home, and the other who greets me on the mornings i arrive before 7:30...
September 29, 2003
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i rode up the elevator with a coworker today. she exited on floor three, so i was immediately suspicious of her, though i masked my distrust quite well. the door closed, as it is wont to do.it took me a...
September 10, 2003
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boarding flight delta flight 685 from dayton to atlanta, i saw this on the panel of the gate connector:remove all wheelchairs from the jetway prior to takeoffwell that's an odd thing to have to remind someone, i thought to meself.but...
September 7, 2003
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i remembered i had written this while on my recent colorado trip. then i forgot that i remembered. then i remembered that i had forgotten that i had remembered. then i....anyway, here's the unfinished effort:Traveling to colorado.My trip to Denver...
September 3, 2003
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The driver of a huge trailer lost control of his rig, plowed into an empty toll booth and smashed it to pieces. He climbed down from the wreckage and within a matter of minutes, a truck pulled up and discharged...
September 1, 2003
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did anyone else ever take part in a Reading Is Fun program as a kid?I had become an avid reader as a child, mostly through my dad reading through the Hobbit and the Lord of the Rings trilogy to my...
August 31, 2003
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i don't know if that's a real word, but if it is, i have it.i'm not afraid of motorcycles in the sense that i go screaming like that girl from Christine at the sight of a Mo-ped(although the thought of...
August 30, 2003
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yesterday, i left work a little early and the family gathered up and went to one of the many beaches of Lake Lanier. We swam about for a couple of hours. Then we went to our beach blanket to enjoy...
August 28, 2003
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walked in to the office building, slightly elated that I findly found an alternate route off exit 12 that saved me time rather than got me horribly lost. A nice man, presumably a co-worker (though I never saw his badge)...
August 27, 2003
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dartbox posts (no permalinks...it under "dogs don't savor food") the observation that....well, dogs don't savor food.this astute declaration compells me to ask why do we even flavor dog food anyway? I've grown up with many, many dogs. And many, many...
August 26, 2003
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whilst at the Whatchamacallit conference in denver over the past weekend, i became aware that my lips had become a bit parched from the arid climate of the highly elevated Mile High City.licking my lips only seemed to exacerbate the...
August 7, 2003
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late afternoon, yesterday, it was time to call Kelli at the end of a very long day. I picked up my office phone and dialed.while I was waiting for her to pick up, my cell phone began ringing.On the third...
August 6, 2003
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Cutting through the darkest night are my two headlightsTrying to keep it clear, but I'm losing it hereTo the twilightThere's a dead end to my leftThere's a burning bush to my rightYou aren't in sightYou aren't in sightThank you, Jewel,...
July 29, 2003
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country fresh Raid mistfills air; lethal aeresolbug scurries no morenine trips to and frotoday is garbage pickupand I awoke lateJamie and Lissawill arrive tomorrow mornone day to preparemust pay creditorswelcome to georgia my friendpower is not freeroach spray fills my...
July 28, 2003
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last night I was at my husband best when at midnight, Kelli said, "Oh, I forgot to get your coffee ready," and I said quite magnanimously, "don't worry about it." (coincidentally, I was at my husband worse when at 2:30...
July 27, 2003
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yeah, as it turns out, when it comes to constructing things, I am the intellectual inferior to Sean Penn in I am Sam.Upon further review, I discovered that each of the arm chairs is branded with an L & and...
July 22, 2003
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irene has recently wrote about her body hair. I can't comment on that. she's on the other side of the globe, and I'm not an authority on her hair.but I am an authority on my own hair. Specifically that which...
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is Folger's all over the floor.I don't know why I can't even make coffee.You wouldn't think it's a task beyond my ability.Simple process right?1. Fill pot with water2. empty water into reservoir3. Place clean filter in maker.4. place two scoops...
July 17, 2003
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why is it...when any song performed by an artist with a voice higher than my own comes onto the radio, and I know any portion of the lyrics and feel compelled to sing along...that I feel further compelled to sing...
July 16, 2003
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I showed up to work today with an assortment of framed pictures, diplomas, and certificates (some of which were actually mine), along with a large box of assorted bric-a-brac with which I will adorn my office. This was my equivalent...
July 15, 2003
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this axiom, like gravity, is not just a good idea......its the law.universally true an unalterable, in the reality we commonly accept.So why is it that for the two-plus weeks we've been in our home, every single morning I search for...
July 14, 2003
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before I could explore the third floor, I went to the restroom to....well, that's really none of your business...but upon washing my hands, the faucet decided to belch, spraying my crotchal region with water, making it look as though the...
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this weekend was a mixed bag of success when it comes to assessing the DIS I've been employing for two weeks, now. DIS, for the uninformed, stands for Domicile Improvement Strategey, which consists of the following procedure:1. Assess the needs...
July 11, 2003
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only took 23 minutes to get here today.... I don't think I can do any better than that...why do I think that only males will appreciate my obsession with this issue?today i learned what a dog looks like on a...
July 10, 2003
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here are actual thoughts I had while driving to the office today:--6:48 a.m. Why can't I get out of the house any earlier, no matter what time I wake up?--I hope Kelli got good sleep last night--I think I'll still...
July 8, 2003
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Sunday, we were leaving the grocery store and we watched as a Kroger employee (who I'm assuming was off duty, yet still wearing the company clothes) loaded a dozen or more toy ship-in-a-bottle kits into her trunk, while puffing incessantly...
July 6, 2003
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I'm undertaking the project of repainting our front door. and before I can (successfully*) do this, I must first remove the previous layers of paint. So, I've applied a paint thinner upon it and am waiting for it to make...
June 24, 2003
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itinerarywe're packing up our home tomorrow, and leaving on Wednesday for the Great Trek across America TM that will culminate in our relocation to Cumming, GA. My blogging will be spartan at best, but I look forward to being able...
June 23, 2003
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a loss in the familyA relative of mine, Stacy Young, was recently killed in a "Toughman" Contest held in Florida.Here are a series of articles related to her death.In the email updates I have received from family on this matter...
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on garage sales, babies, friendships & controversywe completed our garage sale on Saturday. We made about $100 total. We didn't expect to make much, because we didn't have anything over $10 listed for sale. And most of the stuff that...
June 6, 2003
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Today, at the end of the work day, I will return home to my family in Colorado, via Delta Air Lines.On my last flight, I was unexplainedly (is that a word?) seated in First Class. This was my maiden voyage...
April 22, 2003
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sorry for the long delay from blogging. I took the family to Craig for the weekend, and never really had time to get around a pc. It was a great weekend. Friday was a low-key day. It rained/snowed a lot...
March 31, 2003
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woke up this morning at 5:30 for no good reason. So, after some time in the Word, went on an edifying journey through my blogroll. As you can see (those of you on my web page, and so hang on...
February 27, 2003
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If there ever was a photo to capture the essence of my childhood, it would be this one:click on the photo to go to the host page if it doesn't show. Yes, it is just that important....
February 16, 2003
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here's an excellent post from Pressed on hypocrisy.two quick notes:1. I almost wrote, an excellent post from Craig (his name), but I thought that'd confuse those readers who know my city of origin is Craig, Colorado. If you want news...
January 20, 2003
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Back in seminary, Kelli and I made the determination that we would always be willing to follow God wherever He was leading us. Throughout the years following that commitment, the Lord has taken us to exciting places of spiritual discovery...
January 8, 2003
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yesterday, my secretary brought me a hot cup of coffee...yum.I added cream, as I am wont to do. I began stirring the coffee with a common narrow guage straw/stirrerWe began talking about the bulletin, so I stopped stirring, to focus...
December 3, 2002
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this has been around for a while, but it just came to me in my joke of the day, so I cut and paste it for you now.(and does provide good reasons for why I stay away from the "hair...
October 29, 2002
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On Saturday nights, I use my cell phone as my alarm clock. I do this because the alarm clock I have is basically a big giant annoyance to me. It has these huge numbers on it, so I can see...