In January of 2007 our family of 4 had its first Disney Trip together. It was a side trip from a family funeral in Florida; a one-day excursion to the Magic Kingdom. The kids were 10 and 7. We got there right after open and stayed as long as the kids were happy: which was … Continue reading A Blast of the Past #81: Family at Disney
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.
Maginot Line for Classrooms
https://www.facebook.com/DavidAvocadoWolfe/videos/10154158894776512/ We will see if the above actually works on the blog. But is is about a device that secures classrooms by barricading the doors. Yes, holing up where the invader knows someone must be, since it is blocked up. So just take the gun and shoot the door open like they do in the … Continue reading Maginot Line for Classrooms
#160: Channels Only
(Part of a series singing through the hymnbook I grew up with: Great Hymns of the Faith) 1 How I praise Thee, precious Savior, That Thy love laid hold of me; Thou hast saved and cleansed and filled me That I might Thy channel be. CHORUS Channels only, blessed Master -- But with all thy … Continue reading #160: Channels Only
Who has better cookies?
Today I saw a favorite post of mine reshared on Facebook, and decided to link it in here... If you like the intro --- then follow this link for the rest of it Darkside Cookies If you hang around with science fiction fans (of any flavor) you will inevitably hear a certain phrase. It’s always … Continue reading Who has better cookies?
Fitness Update: Progress Series, Race #1
This week's fitness update will have a few notes of the standard, and a lengthier report of the first race in the Progress Series of four races (sponsored by the Running Well Store). To quickly go through the stats: No swimming yet (hand still in splint -- seeing doctor today to update that status); running … Continue reading Fitness Update: Progress Series, Race #1
#159: Blessed Quietness
(Part of a series singing through the hymnbook I grew up with: Great Hymns of the Faith) 1 Joys are flowing like a river Since the Comforter has come; He abides with us forever Makes the trusting heart His home. CHORUS Blessed quietness, holy quietness -- What assurance in my soul! On the stormy sea … Continue reading #159: Blessed Quietness
A potpourri of activity: enjoying the weekend
Today's blog, late in the day, is going to be a review of the day, a smattering of activities. The purpose of this is to show some of the elements that make up a life. Got up and walked the dog. This is a regular weekend (Saturday/Sunday) thing.I do this by using the bicycle and … Continue reading A potpourri of activity: enjoying the weekend
A Blast of the Past #80: Halloween
The kids have always been one to assemble their costumes. 2006 was the year of the Legal Eagle (ToonTown) and Mokey Fraggle (The Fraggles).
The indoor green thumb
Or not so green. I've successfully kept my dwarf lemon and lime trees alive for several years. But the reason I got them was for lemons and limes. Those I haven't seen. Oh, the lemon tree has blossomed quite a bit, the lime less so, and we got one lemon once, but most of the … Continue reading The indoor green thumb
#158: Come, Holy Spirit, Heavenly Dove
(Part of a series singing through the hymnbook I grew up with: Great Hymns of the Faith) 1 Come, Holy Spirit, heavenly Dove, With all Thy quick'ning pow'rs; Kindle a flame of sacred love In these cold hearts of ours. 2 Look how we grovel here below, Fond of these earthly toys; Our souls, how … Continue reading #158: Come, Holy Spirit, Heavenly Dove
At The Rainbow 