Yesterday (Sunday) was anything but normal. I woke up at 3:00 like I do every other Sunday morning. Made my way to the office and began studying. After about 15 minutes, pitch black. All power went out. Computer. Gone. Lights. Gone. Studying. No way. Seeing my way around. Tricky. I used my phone to get around until I could get to my car and find a key fob that had a light to use. Hey, what can I say? I am a real high tech genius. 
So I made my way home, but not before heading to the church building we are currently using while ours is being renovated. Two words: pitch black. So I began running through the scenario of “unplugged.” Long story short, I decided to come back to the office after it got light and found the power had come back on after about an hour. (Our house is with a different company). The afternoon was spent working…moving, lifting, sanding, as we continue preparing for our move back into our own building. I finally went home at 7:00, deciding to leave some things (like this blog) undone. But my day did end rather well with a small bowl of ice cream and the good news the Pirates had finally beaten the Reds. 
Since I have a thousand and one things to do, and don’t really feel like thinking all that much (which does not bode well for sermon prep time), I thought I would highlight some blogs I read lately.
FROM THE “LAUGH YOUR HEAD OFF” VIEW: I have stayed out of the Chick-Fil-A fiasco on purpose. This has nothing to do with it, except a song parody. Enjoy. http://www.christiandroid.com/2012/08/god-bless-you-chick-fil-a.html While there, check out the rest of Sele’s blog.
FROM THE “I AM SO PROUD OF YOU” CORNER: If you have been reading my blog for any amount of time you will see quite often a comment from Jan. She even wrote her story here. We have been through a lot as pastor and friend since we met in 1987. She and her (now) husband, Michael, have recently moved because of his job with CVS. Jan has been blogging for about 2 weeks or so at Uniquely Me. Do me a favor. Do her a favor. Check it out here.
FROM THE “HOW PRACTICAL IS THAT?” DEPARTMENT: I read the following verse this morning during my Encounter Time- “For jealousy makes a man furious, and he will not spare when he takes revenge.” That ’bout sums up the actions of jealousy in my book. Oh, that is from Proverbs 6:34
FROM THE “THIS GUY HAS THE FATHER’S HEART” CORNER: We have plans to meet some day when his son returns to college in Indiana. It can’t happen too soon for me. I am continually amazed at this man’s father/Father heart. See it here.
And finally…from the I HAVE SAID ENOUGH gallery: I hope you have a great day. I read tons of blogs every day. Far too many to highlight them all. Please don’t take offense if you are not here. Any you think I should have on my radar?
Nothing like being busy with work that you care about. Hope your week ahead is smooth sailing and you leave many leagues in your wake.
You are right Daniel. I wasn’t complaining. I enjoy what I do and would rather be busy (unless it takes away from cycling). Praying you have a good week also.
Oh brother you honor me…thank you. We are going to meet bro’…one of these trips when I get some lingering time…it’s gonna happen! Bless ya!
PS…I’ll be my own flashlight, just in case.
Wise choice on the flashlight.
I look forward to meeting someday.
Deeply offended, Bill.
Doggone it! My people pleasing personality is going nuts over here now! Then again, maybe it was because of my comment on yours?
Maybe a back-up generator should be on your radar!
Sometimes we get more out of the days when things don’t go as planned, as long as we have the right or heavenly perspective…
i don’t think back up gen is on our radar. One good thing: property across the street was purchased by our energy company. Now that ought to be service!
On a more serious note: the right perspective does go a long way.
It’s so cool how people pour their hearts out and reach each other over the internet. Thanks for the recommendations – I hope you have a blessed day!
Thanks for coming by Loren. I do appreciate your blog as well.
Hi Bill,
My day yesterday was different than I thought it was going to be also. I ended up spending time with the neighbor kids throughout the day. I think that I’m getting to be too good of a resource for them
Their parents’ Wedding is taking place this afternoon. I will be going to help them celebrate. Today is a holiday Monday in Canada.
You have a great day too Bill.
I love that Proverb…a lot of wisdom in a few short words.
yes it is.
Sounds like quite the morning and day! I too was glad the Bucco’s finally beat the Reds! Glad to be back from vacation and get back to a “mormal” routine.
Glad I have another Bucco booster as a friend. My daughter and grandson have become traitors.
Good stuff, Bill! I appreciate the laughs today. Blessings to you, friend.
Thanks Jason. Blessings to you also.
Tim Hawkins is a very funny guy. The best part – he doesn’t just have one Chick-Fil-A song – no, he has two!
Looks like you had a good Sunday. When are you planning on going back to the new building?
he mentions in this clip that he has another one and is tired of singing it. he is a hoot! As for the building: we are moving along. We are hoping by September 5th.
I love Tim Hawkins
(My favorite video by him is Corporate Worship Tunes – http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=90iTjOhItp4 and Favorite Bible Verse – http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mXJowdPIyvo)
We have a family who has all his videos. He is hilarious. Thanks for the links Zee.
Just shared the video of Tim about Chick-Fil-A. Very cool. Hope all is well.
hope you are doing well my friend.
I love those Tim Hawkins videos, gave me a great laugh! I also checked out your friend’s blog, I love his blog name “Soulfari”, very catchy & his post made me laugh today about the Sheep going Batty. I will direct my husband to this new blog
THANK YOU for the I’m so proud shout out! It made me smile, & not because you shared that I’m writing a blog, but because you are proud. 
What a Sunday you had!! I can’t believe you start your day at 3a.m…..Lord have mercy! That is the unholy hour before the holy hour to me 
Love the wisdom in that Proverb too. I liked this potpourri 
I laughed too jan. Jay is a man whom I deeply respect. His Bad Sheep are groaners.
As for your blog, just keep writing from your heart.
Thanks for the shout out Bill, I’ve been out of town and just got a chance to connect to the computer and catch up on some reading.