This Classical Life

Hark the Sound

kristen — Thu, 08 May 2008 20:30:43 +0000

I was extremely pleased to see that Holden Thorp will be Carolina’s next chancellor. Though I didn’t take any of his classes, I did interact with him many times during my college career, mostly in my capacity as the university photographer’s assistant. He was always kind and gracious, and I remember someone telling me then that he would be chancellor someday. In the twenty-first century, it’s wonderful that a man who only applied to one university and came back there to make his career in teaching and research, could be chosen to lead the institution that he loves. He’s also young enough to lead for quite some time, perhaps like Frank Porter Graham. May his tenure be filled with great accomplishments as the University continues to serve North Carolina and the world.

Head’s Up

kristen — Wed, 07 May 2008 20:07:46 +0000

I wrote a review for Catapult last week, you can see it here. Not surprisingly, I reviewed the Jesus Storybook Bible. Red Mountain now sells it on the book table, local people. Thank you, John P.

Meme I

kristen — Tue, 06 May 2008 04:20:37 +0000

Laura Leigh tagged me for this one.

Four jobs I have had in my life:
1. Soccer Referee
2. Intern at First Presbyterian - Montrose, Colorado
3. 3rd Grade Teacher
4. Photographer

Four movies I’ve watched more than once:
1. Say Anything
2. The Usual Suspects
3. The Incredibles
4. The Princess Bride (more…)

MCAC

kristen — Sun, 04 May 2008 18:03:25 +0000

The Real Reason Tyler Stayed

kristen — Fri, 02 May 2008 05:11:05 +0000

Courtesy of the Onion.

Still Waiting

kristen — Fri, 25 Apr 2008 05:41:41 +0000

As April winds to a close, I am still waiting for the joy of Easter. With all of the current busy-ness of life (school, photography, getting the house ready to sell, normal stuff, figuring out life for next year) I feel like I haven’t had a chance to rest and heal. I feel weary. Perhaps “weary of earth, myself and sin.” But I am also anxious or something, I couldn’t tell you what, there’s a lot to worry about but it’s nothing specific. But it keeps me from falling asleep, which aggravates my pain, which makes me more weary. There’s just three weeks left of school, so there is light at the end of the tunnel. It’s times like these that I am forced to hope against hope. Because “there is more / more than all this pain / more than all the falling down / and the getting up again.”

I got tagged for a few memes, so there is also hope I will post again soon.

That Revolution Money Exchange deal is good until May 15th now. I got my $25 and a few $10 referrals, too, thanks! I can’t tell who signed up, but appreciate it.

* Special thanks for inspiration to RMM and AP.

Act Now!

kristen — Sun, 13 Apr 2008 19:29:30 +0000

If you sign up for Revolution Money Exchange, an FDIC insured alternative to PayPal, before April 15th you get $25 absolutely free. And you’ll be able to send and receive money between users and transfer money to your bank account without any fees.

Photo Friday

kristen — Fri, 11 Apr 2008 13:36:28 +0000

Funny Stuff

kristen — Wed, 09 Apr 2008 16:35:25 +0000

Did you see the Colbert Report Monday? There is some really funny stuff two minutes into the Democralypse Now segment. It’s nice to have a good laugh in the midst of a wearying campaign season.

Watch it here.

Congratulations!

kristen — Wed, 09 Apr 2008 05:03:15 +0000

The glory of the 2008 TCL NCAA Tournament pool goes to Ellen. Congratulations!

Dear Starbucks

michael — Thu, 03 Apr 2008 02:59:26 +0000

A Doppio Con Panna is an espresso with whipped cream, not a cup of whipped cream with a shot of espresso.

Thanks,
MLS

Read in March

kristen — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 05:34:05 +0000

How Right You Are, Jeeves by P. G. Wodehouse
Into each year, some Bertie must be read. (Listened to the audiobook on the way to North Carolina.) 8.5/10

I Am America (and So Can You!) by Stephen Colbert
I am a cliched white person: I love the Colbert Report and thought this book was hilarious. Some chapters are worth reading over and over. 8/10

White Teeth by Zadie Smith
I liked this book, the fragmented relationships and the threads that tie people together were interesting and overall I found it well written. It did have some slower parts. In the world of contemporary novels, it’s a good read, and it’s remarkable when you consider the age and experience of the author. 9/10

Around the World in 80 Days by Jules Verne
Read with my literature students, for the first time. I enjoyed it, and really enjoyed contemplating the idea of a novel published as a serial and everyone reading it with great interest. Oh, how times have changed… 8/10

The Silence

kristen — Fri, 28 Mar 2008 20:53:17 +0000

March has been a month of intense experiences in every direction. We enjoyed spending time with family in North Carolina and hosting J.T. here. I diligently smocked and constructed Easter dresses. We delighted in a wonderful crowd for Easter dinner. There’s also been pain and sorrow, disappointment and dark clouds. But as the sun shines, spring bursts forth around us, we cling to the hope of Easter and know that all things are being made new.

I’m also hoping the blog neglect ends soon. Thanks for sticking around.

Christ is Risen!

kristen — Mon, 24 Mar 2008 03:26:23 +0000

“It is finished!” Sinners hear it;
Tis the dying Victor’s cry;
“It is finished!” Angels bear it,
Bear the joyful truth on high:
“It is finished!” Tell it through the earth and sky!

Justice, from her awful station,
Bars the sinner’s peace no more;
Justice views with approbation
What the Savior did and bore;
Grace and mercy now display their boundless store.

“It is finished!” All is over;
Yes, the cup of wrath is drained;
Such the truth these words discover;
Thus the victory was obtained;
‘Tis a victory none but Jesus could have gained.

Crown the mighty Conqueror, crown him,
Who his people’s foes o’ercame!
In the highest heaven enthrone him!
Men and angels sound his fame!
Great his glory! Jesus bears a matchless name.
–Thomas Kelly, 1769-1855

Madness

kristen — Tue, 18 Mar 2008 19:42:08 +0000

Here’s a link to our annual NCAA tournament challenge group. The password is “tclmadness”

We’re having a good holy week but I need to get my dresses finished!