My Retreat
On Sunday, my church held its annual retreat: all the people went to Pennsylvania for a conference. Instead of joining them, Rebekah and I climbed a mountain.
The Cross Centered Life
The Cross Centered Life: Keeping the Gospel The Main Thing by C.J. Mahaney
Yesterday I rode the metro to DC and back. During the ride, I read this book. Its only 80 small pages long, which is good, because the author doesn't have a whole lot to say. But what he says is important.
Let my people surf
I appreciated this book and it made me think. (What more could you want?) The first half tells the story of Patagonia; I appreciated the fast narrative. The second half describes the philosophies that govern Patagonia today; this part made me think. Throughout, Chouinard's voice is clear and simple, thus effective at saying precisely what he wants. Its conversational, but that's what you'd want from a seasoned man with a story to tell.
Surprised by Joy
Forgive me if this blog has become a book journal. Lately, I've done almost nothing interesting but read. My thoughts, the things I chronicle, are a monologue running against the authors with whom I spend ever-longer evenings.
Improv + Life = Fun
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4 hour week?
ReadMy Current Question
Would I rather pursue creating my own job or finding a job from someone else?
Best Psych Rock Song of All-Time
Good one for spring: