Usually I agree with the judges on American Idol, but this week I thought things were a little bit dicey. Chrystal Bowersox, who you already know is a favorite of mine, was again fantastic and the judges agreed. Her performance was passionate, intense, and the gospel sensitivity was really not only entertaining, but even inspiring.…

This morning I am filled with all sorts of stuff that needs my attention – problem after problem.  Nothing urgent; no emergencies, but a lot to get done, and not enough time to do it.  Where to begin?  I feel a little overwhelmed. I’ve been in this position before.  Actually, many times.  Truthfully, most every…

Did you hear that didgeridoo on American Idol last night?  It was in the Lennon/McCartney Beatles song “Come Together” by my personal favorite, Crystal Bowersox?  It was pretty awesome. What exactly is a didgeridoo?  Here is what Wikipedia says: The didgeridoo (also known as a didjeridu or didge) is a wind instrument developed by Indigenous…

This season, the lesson to be learned for me is that less is more, and that sacrifice to God brings freedom and life.  This worldwide recession is forcing us to make sacrifices – spend less money and make more, or for many of us even hold onto our job and home, potentially sacrificing the roof…

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