stone mountain
Hannah, me, and Susan waiting for the laser show
women in leadership
(Originally published at Onward Christian Soldier) Paul and I were talking last night about women’s roles in spiritual leadership. He gave the example of a Bible study which he attends, which is more of a small group discussion rather than a teaching/learning environment. Apparently, one of the guys who attends this study feels very uncomfortable with women playing role of facilitator – encouraging the group to stay on topic and not go off onto tangents. While I am not an…
penguin habitat
I read this article today about an unlikely penguin habitat:Penguins stay snug and secure in minefields It made me smile. And remember a book I read many times growing up called Mr. Popper’s Penguins. Definitely a book I recommend!
17 shots
Yes, that’s how many injections I received in my face today. Seventeen. Today was my long-awaited dermatologist appointment, and she gave me a shot in each clump of acne breakouts. This was supposedly a steroid to reduce inflamation and prevent scarring. I also have to take some perscription medicine orally and topically. Let’s hope this does the trick. :-) I told my boss that my goal is to look nice without having to wear makeup. So yes. Not a big…
overheard
A man in his mid-fifties with three divorces under his belt is celebrating his 3 month anniversary with his latest girlfriend. They are talking with an elderly couple who are celebrating their 58 year anniversary. He asks the older man, “What’s the secret to such a long marriage?” The older man’s response: “Picking the right woman the first time.”