Larry Norman Was Only Visiting This Planet

He was called the father of contemporary Christian music. Larry Norman died this past Sunday, February 24th at the age of 61. Just before his passing, Larry said, "I feel like a prize in a box of cracker jacks with God's hand reaching down to pick me up. I have been under medical care for months. My wounds are getting bigger. I have trouble breathing. I am ready to fly home." Larry's influence in my life was huge. As a young (25) just-beginning radio host, I was playing his music Saturday afternoons on KNIS, when CCM was just in it's youth. With so much more to say, I'll let Larry say it himself.

Nora Laughing at Mommy

Daddy is not the only one who makes Nora
laugh! (See January 30th post.)

Blogging is Good Weight Loss Secret

I am increasingly empathetic to people who have difficulty losing weight. I believe it takes more than just will-power, desire or whatever. It really is a combination of factors. This story of Lynn Bering is a good example of someone who acknowledged some of the elements ("you're eating bad food for a reason"), found success through the struggle, and used her blog as part of the process.

What is Wrong with Heaven?

Well, nothing is wrong with heaven. In fact the Apostle Paul says in Philippians 3:20, that "our citizenship is in heaven and we eagerly await a Savior from there, the Lord Jesus Christ." But in an interview with Time Magazine, Biblical scholar and theologian N.T. Wright says our understanding about heaven is all wrong. He even says Arnold's wife is wrong! Take a read of what Tom has to say, and give us your thoughts. I'd love to read your comments!

And a Train Horn

Notice some contrast with my last entry? While the Tata Nano will sell for about $2,500, this baby goes for $200,000! This XUV comes with hardwood floors, custom captain's chairs, a 42-speaker sound system, two 16-inch TVs that drop down from the ceiling and another 42-inch plasma screen TV. Oh yea, it also has four computer workstations...and the train horn.

What is a Tata?

My grandchildren call me "Tata." What is a "Tata?" This is a car made by the Tata Motor Company. This is the standard version. It is called the Tata Nano. That sounds almost like Tata Nana. Nana is what they call my wife, their grandmother. Am I named after "The Peoples Car" manufactured by the largest company in India? Hmmm.

Hannah Gets Her Ears Pierced

For her 3rd birthday, Hannah had her ears pierced! And she loved it! Now she would like to share the pictures with you!

Prince Caspian Trailer

Speaking of the Superbowl, amid all of the interesting commercials, be sure to look for the Prince Caspian trailer, especially produced for this event. You can find it on the Disney web site, along with the longer version.

This is Just Gross!

Beware Superbowl Party attenders! Undergrad students at Clemson U. are studying "double-dipping," the process of putting your chip back in the dip after already having dipped it once. "They found that three to six double dips transferred about 10,000 bacteria from an eater's mouth to the remaining dip sample." That's just gross! Okay, I'll never double-dip again, I promise!

Griffith Stadium

I don't know if it's because I want Spring to be here, or because the Rockies start Spring Training this month, but I recently thought about Griffith Stadium. Once the home of the Washington Senators, this was my stadium growing up. And the Senators were my ballclub. And Harmon Killebrew was my favorite player. My first memories of going to ballgames were here. I would go with my dad to the stadium, we'd park on the street in the older neighborhood, and sit in the stands watching the games. It was a good memory.