Story Time
I’ve been putting regular thought into my story this past week and I’ve made lots of notes. I’ve realized that I really do have lots of ideas, but distilling them into the story that I want to write is what’s giving me problems. I’ve created family trees and history(s.) I’ve thought of economic systems, geography,… Continue
Suspension of Disbelief Suspended
I told you that I went to see the newest Harry Potter movie on Friday afternoon. Well, I enjoyed it thoroughly. It went on for over two hours (as many movies do) but it didn’t drag at all and I felt like I could enjoy it for even longer. I’m going to tell you a… Continue
Dead Groundhogs, Rat Cat, Baby Ducks and More
I’m listening to Stoned and Left for Dead playing Jesus Saves right now, and boy does it bring back memories. Earlier tonight I was listening to Rat Cat’s playing Getting Away (From this World) and it’s still makes me shiver. Thanks to Robin for introducing them to me, and if you’re in Canada, I can… Continue
Teenage Wizards
Jenn and I are going to see the new Harry Potter movie this afternoon. I’ve been quite the fan since I started reading the books. I’d suggest that you get your hands on them and give them a read if you’re still avoiding them. I’d even suggest that the books are much more accessible than… Continue
Redeem Your Language?
I think it’s a good idea to be clear with our language. I know I’m a poor speller and I occasionally mix up my grammar. But that’s not what I’m talking about today. It’s the idea that we must clean up words and phrases from our speech that offend our orthodoxy. I don’t think I’ve… Continue
Transit of Venus from Ottawa
Wow, would you look at the time on this post. I just got in from observing the transit of Venus. I got up just after 5:10 a.m. when nature called. I had planned on it as my alarm clock. I headed over to the athletic fields behind St. Paul University even though it looked pretty… Continue