(Part of a series singing through the hymnbook I grew up with: Great Hymns of the Faith) 1 The first noel the angel did say Was to certain poor shepherds in fields as they lay -- In fields where they lay keeping their sheep, On a cold winter's night that was so deep. REFRAIN Noel, … Continue reading #91: The First Noel
Author: Sir Rhodri
Creational and relational type Renaissance man (writer, singer, thinker) holding to C.S Lewis's credo that if you follow truth originality takes care of itself, (anyway, originality is so yesterday, anyway.) That I have my wonderful wife Jasini is proof enough for me that life isn't fair. If it was fair I wouldn't have her, and instead she is my most faithful example that I am blessed beyond measure. My two adult children are the same unmerited blessing to me. We should all be thankful life is not fair but blessed.
What Science Fiction show best describes our age? Why?
This is one of those quick meme/link type blogs. I saw someone post the below picture: And then I saw the below comment in the comments about it: When the crew of the Enterprise had a problem with their government, they filed a complaint and hope their careers don't get trashed. When the crew of … Continue reading What Science Fiction show best describes our age? Why?
A Blast of the Past #47: Rushmore
One of the things we haven't done as much of as a family is travel. As a kid I remember doing a lot of traveling with the family during the summers. We saw a lot of historical sites. My dad was pinned to the farm most of the year, but once a year we released … Continue reading A Blast of the Past #47: Rushmore
Weekend Roundup: WOF and Day of Service
Last weekend's roundup talked about the BBQ festival at WOF and the KCCC 5K. This weekend still has WOF in it, with an update on the all-season dining plan. But it also includes something a little different. Saturday Avondale United Methodist Church is having a Day of Service. We did this 2 years ago as … Continue reading Weekend Roundup: WOF and Day of Service
#90: It Came upon the Midnight Clear
(Part of a series singing through the hymnbook I grew up with: Great Hymns of the Faith) 1 It came upon the midnight clear, That glorious song of old, From angels bending near the earth To touch their harps of gold: "Peace on the earth, good will to men, From heav'n's all gracious King!" The … Continue reading #90: It Came upon the Midnight Clear
With a smile and a song …
Today's post is a video post featuring the choral music program of North Kansas City High School, under the direction of Mr. Michael Shirley. I won't input a link to the senior rose ceremony, which began the evening. Instead, I'll begin with the first musical selection of the evening: "Sing Me to Heaven" by the … Continue reading With a smile and a song …
Fitness Update: 11 miles and a competitive 5K
For today's post I decided last week to follow through on another of my goals: write down my fitness observations as I exercised throughout the week, instead of trying to remember when I am trying to get it ready for publication on Sunday evening. So here goes: Monday -- I'd call this another one of … Continue reading Fitness Update: 11 miles and a competitive 5K
#89: Angels We Have Heard on High
(Part of a series singing through the hymnbook I grew up with: Great Hymns of the Faith) 1 Angels we have heard on high, Sweetly singing o'er the plains, And the mountains, in reply, Echoing their joyous strains. REFRAIN Gloria in excelsis Deo! Gloria in excelsis Deo! 2 Shepherds, why this jubilee? Why your joyous … Continue reading #89: Angels We Have Heard on High
KCCC 5K
Here's three connected shots of me running in the 5K today. Don't know my official time yet until the website updates. But yo u can see the sea of people that run in the KCCC. I'm there near the beginning of the first two clips (right after the start, and coming of the first corner), … Continue reading KCCC 5K
A Blast of the Past #46: Caton visit
Today's view of the past is a trip to the home grounds in Caton. The kids have always been water enjoyable, and here are some shots of their enjoying a swim with grandma.
At The Rainbow 