The Intersection of Faith and Culture
It has always seemed so mystical. Like it’s this supernatural power that outpours upon you, resulting in overwhelming emotion and perfect clarity. Some describe it in a way similar to The Force in Star Wars. Growing up, the “will of God” was taught to me as a sort of supreme […]
And what I learned about the Church As a child I saw the original black-and-white version of Invasion of the Body Snatchers. If you’re not familiar with this movie, here’s the run down: ordinary people are replaced with exact alien replicas of themselves, and the body switch happens while they’re […]
Layers of vocals, instruments, and that touch of cow bell, when properly executed form a song that can top your “Most Played” and be put on endless repeat by radio stations around the world. Such songs, you might think, should never be messed with. While I agree that some songs […]
My back rested against the far wall, feet propped on the edge of the high table with knees drawn close to to my chest. I sat with friends on my left and on my right while the rest of darkened space was filled with strangers. Our collective attention was divided […]
I admit it, I’m guilty. I cringe when I see the news clips of dark yellow water in Sochi hotels. Eww. Gross. To think people can’t even wash their faces with the water. Bob Costas can’t even wash out his eye. And I laugh at the absurdity of a stark […]
If we were to play a game of “my dad is better than your dad” I’d win every time. There’s no contest. My dad is remarkably similar to Ron Swanson in his love of grilled meat and ability to build things. He’s a fair boss and natural leader. He’s wise […]
