Archive for Archive for March, 2007
The washer is dead
I received an urgent message from my roommate Matt today:
The washer is dead…electrical smell and smoke are in the loft…and the washer is dead…FYI
I’m saddened by the loss of this great hand me down washing machine that I received from a friend nearly four years ago. It’s been a good washer. It’s been loyal and [...]
Rain, rain go away
Well we’re getting some great rain this week and it looks like we’re going to get a lot more tonight.
We have 25 roads or so closed around Pct. 3 today.
While I’m sure its needed around the county - if anyone who knows a good rain dance to keep the rain away tonight we’d appreciate the [...]
WDL adds video
The WDL has really stepped up with their online offerings.
The paper now has supplemented Neal White’s weekly automotive reviews available with online video.
Great use of the medium and taking advantage of the technology out there.
Check out Neal’s review of the new Lincoln MKX
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Bono at the NAACP
Bono accepted the Chairman’s Award from the NAACP Image Awards recently. He gave a great speech. Watch it here:
Some highlights:
“From a group who taught the world about civil rights its time to teach them about human rights.”
“This is not about charity. This is about justice. Justice and equality.”
“True religion won’t let us fall asleep in [...]
Why the county chose downtown
Commentary by Heath Sims
Ellis County Commissioner, Pct. 3
As the date draws closer and closer to the Ellis County bond election, several people have raised concerns to me about the Commissioners Court choosing the downtown site for the location of future facilities.
As you may know, I was originally in favor of moving the location out of [...]
County calls for bond election
Bond Election for Justice Center Replacement
Commentary by Heath Sims
Ellis County Commissioner, Pct. 3
It is the year 2007 and the Ellis County Commissioners Court has called for a “Bond Election” for $53.875 million for an “Ellis County Civil and Criminal Defense Complex and Detention Center” to be built in downtown Waxahachie (the county seat). Please [...]
Amy and Dollye in Paris and Germany
Dollye’s posted some old pictures from her trip to Germany with Amy and other folks from MBC.
I’m always thankful Amy got to experience that trip. Heart of Worship and all.
Check out the Dollye’s pics as well as some other older ones.
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Faith and politics
Thoughts from several (possible) presidential candidates on faith and politics:
I tell people that my faith is my life. It defines me. I see no separation between my faith from my personal and professional lives. Real faith should make us humble and mindful, not to the faults of others but of our own. It should not [...]
Interview with Gov. Huckabee
Vincent at Right of Texas interviewed Former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee who’s looking at a run for the Presidency in 2008.
Click here to listen.
I would LOVE to see a showdown between Huckabee and Barack Obama come next November. I think there could be some great discussion and debate.
The interview touches on Huckabee’s faith and how [...]
Verse of the day
Exodus 33:12 - 23:
Moses said to God, “Look, you tell me, ‘Lead this people,’ but you don’t let me know whom you’re going to send with me. You tell me, ‘I know you well and you are special to me.’ If I am so special to you, let me in on your plans. That way, [...]
