Monthly Archives: January 2009

7 Quick Takes…….

~~~~~~~ 1  ~~~~~~~~~~ We bought a crucifix as a ‘love’ gift to each other. (early Valentine’s) Steve’s been wanting one for a long time.  Did I mention we’re not Catholic?  We are Lutheran however, and Lutherans tend to embrace and appreciate the historicity of christian symbols.  We just hung ours up and I’m just a...

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52 books in 52 weeks

I’m on a quest to read 52books in 52weeks this year.I just finished ‘Amusing Ourselves to Death’ by Neil Postman: a great read about the powerful and denigrating influence television has had on our culture.  I heartily agree with his assertions and yet I full well intend to watch “Lost” tonight instead of engaging in...

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