I don’t mean this in a cynical way. As a matter of fact, I think it’s encouraging. So many times during the day, I focus on what could be or the “best” things in life, forgetting to be thankful for the mediocre. But isn’t it the mediocre that sets the standard for the ‘best?’ Maybe [...]
Archive for the ‘Musing’ Category
October 28, 2010
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By jOe in Announcements, MusingJoe, your blog hasnt been updated in seven days. Im going to punch you in the head. This is the text Sam sent me last night. And in truth, I haven’t been taking much pictures, but I’ve been looking at other peoples’. I haven’t been hatching new ideas, but I’ve been reading. To sum up, [...]
September 17, 2010
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Our Right To Forgiveness
By jOe in MusingPiggybacking on Beau’s post yesterday, I thought: As Christians, what right is it of ours for God to forgive us? I’m not referring to his making good on His promise. Even still, that is a gift He offers us, and it’s not a requirement we accept it. I’m addressing our mindset. Put another way, when [...]
August 12, 2010
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The lite [truth]
By jOe in MusingNot too long ago I read a story in which I knew the full truth behind. It was a true story and the elements included were all contextual and proper. But certain other plot points were left out, and for some time this bothered me. I can’t talk too specifically for the sensitive nature of [...]
July 26, 2010
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New Orleans. The city I love.
By jOe in Announcements, MusingWhy? Because it’s home, because it’s all I know, because I’m too stupid to feel otherwise. Somewhere in there gets me close enough. The other morning I woke up, tapped my phone alarm, walked into the bathroom, put in my contacts and brushed my teeth. All good. Went to turn on my shower, and I…went [...]