Monthly Archives: October 2008

I Am the Alpha and the Omega

The funeral home was packed because “Uncle Jimmy” was a man people counted on in life. He was a well-respected leader in the community and the community gathered in droves when he died. Uncle Jimmy was a true salesman. He … Continue reading

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Incurious

Seems there’s a lot of talk these days about the notion of incuriosity. Webster’s describes it as “lacking interest, as in detached.” Garrison Keillor mirrors this term by famously labeling President Bush as, “the current occupant.” Keillor’s pet phrase seems … Continue reading

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Life is not hurrying

From Poet R.S. Thomas: The Bright Field I have seen the sun break through to illuminate a small field for a while, and gone my way  and forgotten it. But that was the pearl  of great price, the one field … Continue reading

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