Quality interweb mischief from Jared Bridges
Jared Bridges Before regular posting here resumes tomorrow (really–no foolin’!), there are two items I highly recommend reading: Colby Willen’s 2-part (of a promised 3) series on the “Call to Ministry.” It’s a seldom seen perspective within the church on a phenomenon that’s too often abused. Part one, and part two. Read them now. Eaten Alive: An … Read more
Baby Einstein, Bugaboos, and overstimulated children: an interview with Pamela Paul on her new book Parenting, Inc.
No sissies allowed: the relatively new blog The Art of Manliness is refreshingly masculine—in a “gentleman’s wager” sort of way.
You Called? My friend Colby Willen takes a look at the mystical (or not so…) phenomenon known as a “call to the ministry.”
Lost: How, What, and Why Peter Suderman observes that Lost misses an important question.
The Ten Legal Commandments of Photography: Should I be taking a photo of my neighbor’s leg lamp? This list tells you what will and what won’t get you thrown behind bars with your camera.
[I don’t normally do re-postings here, but this from a few years ago is still appropriate today.] What is so good about Good Friday? Long before the birth of Jesus, the prophet Isaiah had this to say about him: Surely he has borne our griefs and carried our sorrows; yet we esteemed him stricken, smitten … Read more
Bummer of a building design: aerial photo of a uniquely-shaped retirement home.
Elusive Knuckleball Gives Pitcher Chance at Majors: Fascinating NPR interview with Seattle Mariner (former Vol) R.A. Dickey, who was withdrawn his major league signing bonus after the discovery that he was missing a ligament in his pitching arm.
The allure of the ordinary: Slate V’s vodcast series – “Interviews 50 Cents” beats any celebrity interview I’ve seen in a long time. The “beer hat” guy is especially hilarious.