The first e-mail I ever got from Ann was signed “All’s grace, Ann.”
That little phrase stopped me. It’s a powerful little sermon isn’t it?
All’s a gift. And it’s all I need. All sufficient. And for all.… 
Archive for January 2011
All’s Grace
Even Perfect Parents
The tide of doubt in parenting is crushing at times until I’m reminded of the limitations of even perfect parenting.
I think of God birthing his children, naming his boy and girl, walking in the Garden with them. I imagine him planting those delicious trees, providing food enough. I see him talking with Adam and Eve… 
I Want To Be (Like) A Marine
I spent the last couple days in Annapolis, Maryland at the United States Naval Academy teaching, singing, and learning.
Our boss for the week, and new friend, Chaplain Brian Weigelt took us out to breakfast yesterday at Chick and Ruths Deli. While I savored my crab and veggie omelet, arguably the best breakfast I’ve ever put… 
The List
We’re working with two agencies on our adoption. We’re adopting from Ethiopia through one, based in Texas. The other is local and handles what’s called the “home study.” Both agencies are taking us through hours of training on all things adoption and parenting related. Last night was our first class.… 
Cheaper Than Bieber & That One Guy With The Puppets
Smoking Gun says some artists “earn” as much as $700,000 per concert.
Not exactly, since this is the alleged amount the promoter pays to book these guys. The artist almost certainly gets what remains after paying for management, booking agent, crew, video, sound, lights, publicity, transportation, skinny jeans, nerd glasses, etc.… 


