Monthly Archives: November 2006

30.Nov.06

Presbyterian Bishops

An interesting post on the power structures within the PCA by Jon Barlow. If you’re in the PCA, you may consider giving it a read.

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30.Nov.06

I know that the ESV isn’t the perfect bible, but I like how ESV is trying to use technology to help Christians in their devotional life. Through the ESV website, you can get the readings for most popular bible reading … Continue reading →

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28.Nov.06

Hospitality on a Budget

We really enjoy having people over for meals and also cooking meals for those who need them but after an unprecedented few weeks of serving others and hospitality before we left for North Carolina, I’ve noticed its taken quite a … Continue reading →

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25.Nov.06

Did Mary Suffer Labor Pains?

In anticipation of the upcoming movie, “The Nativity Story”, Taylor Marshall brings up the question of whether or not Mary suffered in her labor. Marshall, quoting Thomas Aquinas, writes that Catholic tradition teaches that Mary “did NOT experience birth pains … Continue reading →

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22.Nov.06

Thankful Meme

I was given the letter T by the lovely Rachael to list at least 10 things I am thankful for beginning with T. Toddlers – I love the curiousity and personality of toddlers, especially mine. Teachers – especially my dear … Continue reading →

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21.Nov.06

Critical Car Seat Information

We’re about to travel for the holiday, which reminded me that I’ve been meaning to post about this video which made the rounds a few weeks ago. It frustrates me to no end that manufacturers, doctors and others promote the … Continue reading →

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19.Nov.06

Negligence

Life has been really busy lately. It’s Christmas card designing time so I am busy with WFD orders. You can see some of the recent designs in the portfolio, but that’s a little misleading since I am not uploading many … Continue reading →

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19.Nov.06

Metaphysical Tradition?

In Henri de Lubac’s eulogy of Hans Urs von Balthasar, he writes that Balthasar “is perhaps the most cultivated of his time. Classical antiquity, the great European literatures, the metaphysical tradition … ” What is meant by the ‘metaphysical tradition’. … Continue reading →

Food

Last weekend I made the cider-brined pork tenderloin and served Ann Barlow’s apple coffeecake with caramel frosting for dessert. Tonight we are having risotto with squash and pancetta. Just a few recipe ideas for those who might need one!

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14.Nov.06

Pillow Talk

A few nights ago Mike and I were talking about how he exaggerates and teases much more than I do. He was even having trouble coming up with examples of me using hyperbole. That led him to exclaim, “I can’t … Continue reading →

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14.Nov.06

Fascinating Information on Crying

Carol tipped me off to Oprah’s show yesterday about crying. I’m a firm believer that babies cry for a reason (not just to exercise their lungs) so I’d be interested to hear any parents of newborns experiences trying this out. … Continue reading →

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13.Nov.06