January 2012
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Goodbye, Whims
My sister (born Deborah, self-christened Whims) died this week, an event prompting condolences from well-meaning friends and acquaintances, but no condolences are needed. All her death really evokes in me is a sense that something bad and wrong has come to an end.
It quickly became clear that I should have kept the news to myself. Because while I am genuinely grateful for the support and comfort...
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What You're Missing on My Twitter Feed
Here’s a roundup of my recent tweets on Twitter (slightly edited and remixed for clarity here on my blog). I’d love it if you’d follow me on there; you can do so via my Twitter profile page.
* Anyone who thinks Jesus cares who wins a football game doesn’t know much about Jesus.
* Plattsburgh, NY feels more like Canada than Los Estados Unidos. Signs in French. Currency exchange!
* In a...
Looking Back at 2011
As seen at Ramblin’ with Roger, like most of the memes I respond to. Did you keep your New Year’s resolutions, and will you make more for next year?
I don’t think I have ever made a New Year’s resolution in my life.
Did anyone close to you give birth?
One of my daughter’s best friends.
Did anyone close to you die?
No, but there was at least one close call.
What...