12/21/2008 - Days events

The past week has been full. It's been a roller-coaster emotionally, some real down times, but some good times thrown in. Last night a group of my cousins got together for dinner and an evening of fun. Time spent with them is therapeutic for me, and I thoroughly enjoy times like last night. I find myself unconditionally accepted to a greater extent than even some more immediate family interactions. I'm so grateful for the wonderful people who make up my extended family. They are profoundly important to me.

As we move into the last few days before Christmas it is very tempting to get caught up in the pursuit of possessions, turning life into some kind of contest. It is good for me to be reminded that experiences like the family time yesterday are far more important to me than any stuff that can be bought or sold.

Today is another busy day, teaching Sunday School this morning. (rather nervous about that) Lunch at Grandpa's, Steelers game in the afternoon, then the Church Christmas program will be held this evening.

Merry Manic Christmas Season to all

11/12/2008 - Day's events

The last few days have been busy. Sunday, I attended church in the morning, than lunch with my sweet one's parents and Brother / Sister in Law. Watched the Steelers lose in the afternoon, then spent the evening at my sweet one's Grandmother's house. The family gets together there once a month and it is usually a fun time to be together. Smaller than usual this time, and that makes it seem a little less daunting.

Spent Monday morning working from home. I enjoy that so much more than being at the office. Monday afternoon, took a major first step in trying to cope with my own inner demons. To find out more, you'll have to ask me.

Tuesday was back to work. Came home early to see the little boy who spends Tuesdays and Thursdays in the charge of my sweet one. He was just up from his nap and we read some books, and made believe we were boating in the basement. Supper was with my Grandparents and family. Then home for the rest of the evening.

Bumped into something online mentioning the beginning of a mennonite church in the Elkton, MD / Newark DE area. (Just over an hour north of us) It is a church plant under MCUSA, and their approach seems to be fresh and more flexible than any of the churches in our area. I have just a few hints of excitement to see that flexible approach to church in action. (I'm not sure it's close enough to attend there, but I'm seriously contemplating going to the installation service this Sunday. We'll have to see.

11/5/2008 - Day's events

Long, slow, tired day at work. Had lunch with my grandfather, father, and brothers. Came home and was able to play with the boys for a while. Ate supper, then my family came over to prepare to sing on Saturday. Spent some time visiting with them, and am heading for bed soon.

11/1/2008 - Day's events

So I thought I'd also try to use the blogosphere to keep track of a few of my thoughts on the events of each day. We'll see how it goes. Today was a Saturday, spent in Ohio with our family. We headed out mid-morning, and after stopping at Java Jo's, Heini's, and the AAA office in Cleveland, we found ourselves at the Rock & Roll hall of fame and museum. The next number of hours was spent wandering the exhibit halls, watching various interviews and videos, and listening to a lot of music. It was an enjoyable though tiring day, and I thoroughly enjoyed being immersed in the music culture.

High points...
John Lennon's handwritten lyrics for Beautiful Boy and In My Life
Introducing someone to Leonard Cohen's Hallelujah
John Lennon and Bob Marley's signatures on the same wall panel
Being acquainted with 80% of the music I heard.

We ate supper at Max and Erma's in Canton. and had a good time together.
Ended up back at our host's house, and people wound down for the evening.

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