[cross posted from rhysfunk.blogspot.com]When I was in Fifth Grade, our class put together a little 'yearbook' type deal to commemorate our 'graduation' from Elementary to Middle school. Among other things, there was section where we were to put down a nickname if we had one. I did not. However, I made one up ("Golfer" as … Continue reading Sequestered →

When I was in Fifth Grade, our class put together a little 'yearbook' type deal to commemorate our 'graduation' from Elementary to Middle school. Among other things, there was section where we were to put down a nickname if we had one. I did not. However, I made one up ("Golfer" as I'd played golf … Continue reading Sequestered →

I have a hard time nailing down favorites. Music, Movies, Foods...I love so much that it's hard for me to really sit and say, "Hey, I like that better than the rest."However, upon some additional reflection today, I have to say that I have a favorite band. And that band is Mute Math. Their mix … Continue reading Favorite Band →

Ah, yes. Black Friday. Retail Environment. Hilarity does not ensue.I read today that a Wal-Mart worker in NY got trampled to death in the open door rush. That is beyond ludicrous. What is wrong with people?We haven't seen anything THAT drastic by a long shot. We opened an hour early today and had two customers … Continue reading Day After Thanksgiving →

Indi and I went to The Christmas Train last night. This is the first year it's been running since they started renovations three years ago. Being big fans, we were excited to go back this year. Instead of a happy-joy Christmas experience, though, we left disappointed.It's still a western village, complete with church workers dressed … Continue reading The Commercialization of Christianity →