Internet Archive: Free Download: Democracy
March 31st, 2010 — 3:49pm
Archive for March 2010
Why You Can’t Work at Work (BigThink interview with @jasonfried) – garry’s subposterous
March 30th, 2010 — 2:16pm
I can’t agree more with Jason. I’ve been a fan of their work forever, and it’s great hearing him say it in his own words. Thanks, Garry for posting!
Jesus, Reconsidered. Book Sparks Evangelical Debate : NPR
March 26th, 2010 — 1:02pm
via npr.org
I heard this story during this morning’s drive. I love how provocative Brian McLaren is and that his work has reached the level to make NPR headlines. The drama alone is interesting…largely in part because McLaren is definitively non-dramatic.
What he is, though, is a brilliant and prophetic voice of reason in an age where people of faith have grown complacent and lazy about what they believe and why they believe it.
Christianity, especially “American Christianity,” is long overdue for substantive, careful, and deliberate reform.
McLaren doesn’t have all the answers, but the questions he provokes are the right ones for all believers…an excellent topic as we solemnly approach the remembrance of Jesus’ death and more importantly, we jubilantly celebrate the resurrection.
I’ve Rediscovered Vinyl.
March 25th, 2010 — 9:06pm
For my birthday this past week, my dad wrapped up his vintage Technics SL-1500 Turntable as a gift. Mom grabbed a hilarious stack of records from Goodwill for
a buck a piece and my brother helped my dad get it plugged in. And I am a believer.
I've wanted to do this for a couple years…just out of curiosity, after passing so many good deals on those beautiful albums at thrift stores, garage sales, and antique shops.
Over the past week, I've found unopened copies of a Nat King Cole album, a recording of John Williams score for Star Wars, by the Los Angeles Symphony, and even the original soundtrack for The Sound of Music. Each has been a gem and a throwback to a time when listening to music was a ritual a bit more endearing than it is these days.
My affection for my iPod is unwavering, but now, I have a place the warmth and graceful imperfections of dusty vinyl records found in unlikely places.
Color + Design Blog / Tetrachromacy in Humans: You May Have Super Color Vision by COLOURlovers :: COLOURlovers
March 25th, 2010 — 10:07am
via colourlovers.com
What an amazing scientific explanation. I love the blend of the subjective world of art and aesthetics with the facts of science and gender studies. Very interesting.
Lost: In a Nutshell.
March 23rd, 2010 — 9:12pm
via en.wikipedia.org
If I had known 6 years ago that Lost was going to come down to this, I never would have bought in.
Too late now!
via @lvlewitinn
It’s my 34th Birthday…so here’s some food!
March 22nd, 2010 — 1:56pm
via nytimes.com
Today is my birthday, and Passover’s right around the corner. So, this recipe for a matzo-like flatbread seems like a natural way to celebrate. Consider it my gift to you.
I’m feeling downright generous today, and who could blame me? Last night, the government gave me the promise of a country with affordable healthcare–something I believe is long overdue, even if the current bill is somewhat of an ugly duckling. Nonetheless, it’s the most original birthday gift I’ve ever received!
That said, I’m really jazzed about the fun my family provided for me with an AMAZINGLY SINFUL chocolate cherry cake (thanks, Steph!), some great gifts, including my dad’s vintage turntable and stack of vinyl, and my wife indulged me with a subscription to MLB.tv. Yup. I can watch all 2400+ games this year if I wanted to.
So, happy birthday to my fellow Spring birthday buddies. Tonight, I shall raise a glass to our collective health! Join me in enjoying some simple cooking pleasures on a beautifully rainy March day in Indiana.
Now, Glenn Beck is coming after Jim Wallis
March 18th, 2010 — 3:24pm
via blog.sojo.net
Jim Wallis is one of the brightest minds in the public sphere who just so happens to live and work in Washington. He has a phenomenally balanced perspective on what it means to be simultaneously, and American and a Christian.
For the blowhard featured in the video above…well, he’s hung himself. If he actually did summon the courage to toe off with Wallis, those who are STILL unconvinced about the worthlessness of Beck AND Fox News would discover just how much they’ve been swindled.
Wallis is the real deal, Mr. Beck. Pick your fight wisely.
Jim Wallis Quotes:
“So when the only domestic social policy is tax cuts that mostly benefit the wealthiest Americans, we say, ‘Where is faith being put into action here?’ “
“You can’t be evangelical and associate yourself with Jesus and what he says about the poor and just have no other domestic concerns than tax cuts for wealthy people.”
“Pat Robertson is an embarrassment to the church and a danger to American politics, … It’s time for Christian leaders of all stripes to call on Robertson not just to apologize but to retire.”
“To be evangelical means to preach and live and act in a way that is good news to poor people.”
“We are prophetic interrogators. Why are so many people hungry? Why are so many people and families in our shelters? Why do we have one of six of our children poor, and one of three of these are children of color? ‘Why?’ is the prophetic question.”
Case Converter.
March 15th, 2010 — 9:13pm
Sometimes, it’s the simple widgets that make all the difference.Check out this website I found at caseconverter.com