8 We are troubled on every side, yet not distressed; we are perplexed, but not in despair; 9 Persecuted, but not forsaken; cast down, but not destroyed; 10 Always bearing about in the body the dying of the Lord Jesus, that the life also of Jesus might be made manifest in our body. https://youtu.be/gbFlKdWoMps I have felt recently … Continue reading 2 Corinthians 4:8-10
Category: Arson recovery series
Papercrete
Installment #1 in a new series: Homeowners guide to DIY restoration projects Part of my problem in consistent blogging the past year has been time. So much to do here trying to restore and advance At The Rainbow. Another part of my problem has been what to write about. I am going to see if … Continue reading Papercrete
Video Update from At The Rainbow
Todtay's post includes two videos taken by and narrated by Jasini, my (Sir Rhodri's) wife and better half. The videos were filmed Sunday right after we raised the greenhouse tarp over the old Master Bedroom Suite/new "deck" that we intend to turn into a greenhouse. Jasini shows the greenhouse tarp, its supporting structure, and the … Continue reading Video Update from At The Rainbow
At The Rainbow — One Year Later (Actually 13 months later)
(Note: the below post was intended for the anniversary of the arson fire that upended life at At The Rainbow. But first a delay in my starting to write it, and then WordPress technical issues, followed by personal technical issues (death of my laptop, almost death of my desktop) have delayed it until now. So … Continue reading At The Rainbow — One Year Later (Actually 13 months later)
Suffering and Sorrow and Confusion are all things God Uses…
The blog post reflects on a recent visit to Worlds of Fun, where the author, amidst emotional struggles, experienced moments of joy and connection. Encounters with staff demonstrated care and support, leading to a realization that despite past confusion, the park could still bring happiness. Future posts will detail Fourth of July festivities.
25-year WOF relationship goes up in flames
Arson. We had entered Worlds of Fun, intent on catching the 6 p.m. "Squawk the Bird Show" performance, when my cell phone rang with the news that our house was on fire. So we never saw the show that day. Aug. 6, 2024 Fast-forward 10 months. Attempting to recover, we had no funds for season … Continue reading 25-year WOF relationship goes up in flames
A Tale of Two Sauces
How would you like to go to jail because you couldn't tell which one of the above dipping sauces was mayo with barbecuse sauce, and which was mustard with barbecue sauce? I almost got my head in the KCPD lockup Sunday night because my wife and I couldn't tell the difference between the two sauces. … Continue reading A Tale of Two Sauces
25-year WOF relationship goes up in flames
Arson. We had entered Worlds of Fun, intent on catching the 6 p.m. "Squawk the Bird Show" performance, when my cell phone rang with the news that our house was on fire. So we never saw the show that day. Aug. 6, 2024 Fast-forward 10 months. Attempting to recover, we had no funds for season … Continue reading 25-year WOF relationship goes up in flames
Of Mice and Men
Nothing as literary and poetic as the Steinbeck story, but a story nontheless, about both mice and men here at At The Rainbow. When you have a fire, nature has a way of moving in on you. Months ago we were seeing all sorts of things getting knocked around in the pantry, before we had … Continue reading Of Mice and Men
10 Months ago/from now
After ten months since an arson fire, the author received a permit to restore their house. Reflecting on their struggles and blessings during this period, they express gratitude for community support while detailing ongoing needs for restoration, including materials and labor. They emphasize faith in divine provision and the importance of giving back.
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