Third Day / Jars of Clay / Rome, GA

We had the privilege of going to the first show for the Christmas Offerings tour with Third Day and Jars of Clay last night in Rome, GA.  It was a blast (of course) and we met up some friends from TN to make it even more fun!  6th row on stage left was perfect - Rachel had the aisle in case she started going into contractions; thankfully that didn't happen and we got to see the whole show.  The baby did get pretty excited, especially with the bass drum the JoC lead singer bangs like its nobody's business! 

OK, it seems important to provide a more critical review than just "It rocked!", especially considering this was our fifth full-fledged Third Day concert.  So here it is:  All in all, the audience was deeply ministered to - as is the case at every Third Day event.  It is impossible to walk away from these guys, whether they are singing or playing or just chilling by the pool and not be ministered to.  I've had more time with them than most fans (in and out of the concert hall) and I can speak of this as fact.  The concert on Thursday night, though had some glitches.  I believe that they were almost completely due to two factors: 1. it was the first night of the show 2. the Forum in Rome, GA looks older than me.  Number 1 seemed to be the apparent reason for most of the problems.  For instance, the words during one of the songs were completely out of synch after the first couple verses.  The soundguy, to his credit, worked feverishly to get the right words up on the screen, however it was at times a little distracting.  Additionally, Brad Avery's awesome story about the adoption of their fourth daughter was followed by a complete darkout that seemed to contribute to an out-of-synch intro between him and the keyboardist.  During Little Drummer Boy, by Jars of Clay (and this may be my own audible deficiency), the lead singer took to the xylaphone like it was nobody's business, yet for some reason, I couldn't hear it save my life!  Nonetheless, the crowd loved the song and got to its feet by the end.  I think the oddest flub of the evening was when Mac tried to direct the follow spot over to Mark Lee so that he could be introduced.  Instead of following the lead's directions, the spot stayed focused (I think on Brad) and just sat there.  Mac had to tell the dude about four times before he started pointing to the operator and waving the light over to Mark.  It definitely disrupted a bit of the concert flow. 

 You know what, though, most of these issues really pointed to one thing: This was a live show!  It was not Milli Vanilli and things happen when musicians actually peform rather than pretend.  I hope that noone gets too offended by this post, as it is written, "As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another" (Prov. 27:17).  The concert definitely rocked, regardless, and I'm anxiously awaiting the Spring tour dates so I can scoop up some tix for a few close by shows.  God Bless!

We are all over the place!

Rachel's in Missouri, the kids are in Georgia and I'm in Alabama - at home.  I got back this morning after the awesome Third Day/Jars of Clay concert we went to last night (check out my "Reviews" page for more info).  I finished a correspondence class today after taking the fifth and final test - PTL!  I turned in a term paper and book review for one of my grad courses.  Now I just have three exams and one more term paper to finish the semester.  It wouldn't be too bad except that I'll be working 12-hour days for the next two weeks straight.  Hmm.  I guess that's life, just like the tides, ebbing and flowing, over and over again.  We have a lot of exciting events coming up including the birth of our third child, the Christmas holidays (and substantial mental, physical and emotional break that will come with it for me) and a five week class that I was selected for that will hopefully make me a better officer.  I'll let you know how that works out.  Please pray for us as we continue to tackle life at breakneck pace!  Peace!

Speaking of Mediocrity

Georgia Tech met UGA today at Bobby Dodd Stadium, only to be outdone, for the seventh year in a row.  Thus, another mediocre Tech season ends.  No BCS bowl.  No championship ring.  No screaming throngs at the corner of Bobby Dodd and Cherry St.  Yet, they are going to a bowl (though there are almost enough bowls at this point for every Div. 1-A team to make it) and there may be some on staff who still have their ACC championship ring, when we shared it with the only in-conference loss to FSU (1998).  This match has become so mediocre as far as football games go, the UGA-Florida rivalry is easily considered stronger and more pumped up.  I don't know what should happen to Chan.  Everyone knows that all Tech fans really want (besides a share of some championship or a BCS bowl) is a "W" against the Bulldogs.  His contract isn't expired yet, though it may be worth the buyout to get some fresh blood in there.  We don't lack talent.  We don't lack a playbook (though I'd like to see the option come back in full force).  We don't lack the facilities.  We don't lack the fans.  We lack the "W's" and that almost always comes down to a lack in leadership.  Whether it is in the special teams coach, the quarterback or the manager,  the Head Coach sets the tone for the team through their leadership.  The most successful franchises in NCAA history are not marked by their star performers, but by their head coaches.  Hopefully Tech will find either the right man for the job, or the motivation Chan needs to step it up.  May God bless Chan Gailey and the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets!

Graduation Day

Today I had the honor of graduating 10 more students and hopefully launching them into successful careers.  I'll need to write more later, as our dinner guests have arrived.  Just know that I'm very proud!

Guitar Hero

Just like the real thing - only completely different!  On my business trip to TN, I became wonderfully familiar with Guitar Hero, for Playstation.  In short, It ROCKED!!  I've got to say though, the "expert" level is totally beyond me!  We unlocked all of the 40 songs in Guitar Hero - 2 (I think) on the "medium" level and that was still pretty difficult.  Anyway, it can be quite a workout, though not as much as the Nintendo WII seems to be.  It's really more of a workout for the fingers on the frets - those buttons can build up some serious callouses.   Anyway, I would not recommend buying a PS-2 just to get this game, but I'd definitely recommend hanging out with friends who've already got it!

Home, At Last!

Well, another 5-hour drive and I'm back at the comfort of my own keyboard again.  What a wonderful thing it was to see my family after dropping off the rental!  Andrew and Elizabeth have started learning the words to Rich Mullins' "Screen Door" song and Rachel is glowing with the anticipation of Number 3.  God is good, all the time!  And all the time, God is good!

Once I get a little more settled, I'll post some pictures.  Overall, the trip was great.  The staff I worked with in Knoxville was very helpful and I learned a ton!  Hopefully some of them read this some time and accept a heartfelt "Thank you" for putting up with me and showing me the ropes!

 Ya'll have a great weekend!

“House”-pitality

What a blessing a concert can be - above and beyond its outward purpose!  So, you may remember that I met some folks at the Jeremy Camp concert a few weeks ago.  Well, today I joined them at their church again and afterwards they invited me to lunch.  I figured it would be nice to spend some more time with them and I had to eat, so the two seemed to go well together.  Anyway, I expected to visit a local eatery or attend a pot-luck or something, but God had something even better in store for me.  Instead of stopping at McD's, I followed them - all the way to their home!  What a nice surprise to be invited into their home after having seen them only a few times.  They had a terrific spread and everyone was well fed.  We got to sharing and the next thing I knew, it was three hours later!  I'm so thankful that the Lord has provided these new friends and I hope that we get to share more of our lives as we all continue to grow in His purpose for us.  I pray that you meet someone knew this week or maybe just get re-acquainted with an old friend.  You never know what is in store!  God bless!

Instruments in worship or not?

I wandered on to an interesting post tonight after watching a dismal performance by Auburn in Athens as they got trounced by UGA.  The article is here, and it speaks of the unscriptural act of using instruments in worship - likening those who do, to the Pharisees.  So, I checked out another site to see the opposing argument and found this article supporting the act.  I've already forwarded my opinions and scriptural discoveries to the author(s) of the first article mentioned, but I am more interested in what you think.  Is instrumental worship a help or hindrance?  Is it a blessing or blasphemy?  Why?  If you are willing, put your hermeneutical skills to the test and let us know what you believe!   God Bless!

Bee Movie

Bee Movie, 2007 - PG 

Hmm.  On a whim, I went by myself to the local cineplex for an offering of dynamic digital artwork.  I remember when the first previews came out for this movie, with Jerry Seinfeld dressed up in a massive bee costume, being flung around a soundstage with gigantic flowers and a massive mock window.  I remember thinking, the same thing: hmm. 

In short, I give it a 4.  It really wasn't funny enough to be enjoyed by adults and yet the plot seemed a little too complex for younger children to "get".  The graphics was terrific (of course) and the soundtrack was pretty good and the theme was a fairly new concept, it just lacked spunk!  There were very few folks in the theater with me and I think that three folks walked out about after the first 20 minutes (presumably to see a different movie).  I sat through, though, and it did get a little better.  Have you seen it?  What do you think?  If you haven't seen it - wait for it to come out as a rental.  $8.25 was too much!

Best character: Mooseblood, played by Chris Rock

The Holy Bible: New International Version

The Holy Bible: New International Version, GodFirst, the confession - I haven't read it, cover to cover.  I'm closer now than I ever have been, though.  I started about two years ago reading all the way through the New Testament, for a lot of reasons.  I'm sure I've read everything in there at least once, just never in order.  So, that took a while - too long, honestly, and when I got to the last word of Revelation ("Amen"), I thought, "hm, maybe I should just try to finish this whole thing out."  So, I turned to Genesis 1:1, the beginning of a book I've read many many times and started reading it, once again.  This time, however I was intent on finishing.  For whatever selfish reasons, I got all the way to 1 Chronicles and hit a brick wall.  (This was probably six months ago)  Last night,God gave me the strenth to climb the wall and now He's pacing me through all these really weird names.

God loves us, a whole lot.  I know it's easy not to see that, what with all the war that the Bible mentions and the plagues and the anihilation of those who turned from Him.  But, at the end - He did everything because we are his most prized creation.  We are the only thing on this earth that received his spirit to wake up.  Whether we acknowledge it or not - He is in all of us.  The Bible is not full of heroes or saints, as some may believe.  Rather, it is overflowing with common folk, like ourselves, who only see face value.  Person after person, people group after people group, the Bible shows that a moment of humility and an ounce of faith in His plan, rather than our own flimsy ambitions, equate to mountains of blessings that are heaped upon us like burning coals!

That's what I've gotten out of the Bible so far.  Maybe it will change.  If so, I'll keep you posted.

University of Tennessee Hodges Library

University of Tennessee Hodges Library

Praise the Lord for free public internet access at the UT Hodges Library!  The hardest part of the visit is finding parking, and that too has proven to be fairly easy.  Basically, if you get there after 5:00 PM on a weekday (except Fridays before Saturday football games) you can park in the lot right across the street from the massive 6-story library filled with computers, books (hello), a Starbucks and students.  Students EVERYWHERE!  I don't think I ever saw this many students at a Georgia Tech Homecoming Parade, much less the Tech library!  The library has a plethora of quiet reading and group study rooms and has a pretty liberal food/drink policy that is pretty clearly posted.

Next time you are in Knoxville, and you are in the need of two hours of internet access a day, you can find it here - and a latte' to boot!

The Genesis Question

The Genesis Question, Hugh Ross, PhD

Very interesting.  I find it very sad that there is almost a bigger debate going on between Christians who believe in a really old earth and Christians who believe in a really young earth than there is between those who believe in some intelligent design model and those who think it was all odds.

Well, this work focuses on the theories posed by Dr. Hugh Ross, founder of Reasons to Believe, an organization that focuses attention on capturing scientific data that support the Bible, and specifically, the first 11 chapters of Genesis.  For example, the Hebrew word for day, "yom", can actually mean many different things.  Dr. Ross asserts that it's use in the first chapter of Genesis is in reference to "a very long period of time" versus a 24-hour period.  By making this hypotheses, he claims to support everything written from the Bible using a scientific and historical critical approach.

I think that his work lacked some substance.  It seemed like a plausible hypotheses, however there wasn't enough meat to support his skeleton of a theory.  I wrote a critical book review that was not graded very high, but you are welcome to peruse, if it piques your interest.

Regardless, if creation science is your "bag", this book needs to be on your list, as his hypotheses will undoubtedly come up in conversation at some point

Chronology: Volume One

Chronology: Volume One, Third Day

If you have never listened to Third Day before, this is a great starter disc - especially, if you don't care about buying out their entire collection.  Some of it is terrific!  The best aspect, hands down, is the fact that both Volume One and Volume Two come with a DVD of early performances and shows when they were just out of high school!  It's pretty crazy to see how they've changed!  It's also amazing to see that God never has changed - the music they made then was incredible!  Sure, they've gotten better as artists, but the painting hasn't changed much.  This is a great thing, as a lot of artists try to "paint" different images in the hopes of reaching a different crowd (or a different wallet).  Third Day has never seemed to do this.  God is using them in some mighty ways and I look forward to Chronology Volume Three to come out in another ten years!  Thanks, Brad, David, Mac, Mark, Tai, and everyone else who makes their ministry possible!

Cornbread Muffins and Buttermilk

Cornbread Muffins and Buttermilk

Now, I have finally experienced true Southern Livin'.  Only exception would be that these muffins were made from "Jiffy" and not a secret family recipe.  The muffins were just sweet enough to help me choke it all down - buttermilk et al.  You should try it sometime!

The Apprentice

The Apprentice 

Two weeks ago may have been the best episode ever.  The task was unique and it was graded by the Donald, to boot - something that never happens until the final episode in any other given season!  Last week was fun, because it was the final four, and the Donald told them that he would choose his Apprentice before a live audience the next week! - This Sunday!  So, we are excited, to say the least!  I'll let you know how we enjoyed the whole season after next week's show.

4.26.07 I'm a little disappointed James didn't get picked, but I understand the Donald's reasoning.  He was going to take the Atlanta job, too.  Oh, well, there's always next season.

9.10.07 Hmph.  That's what happens anytime I get interested in a T.V. show.  It gets cancelled.

Lone Survivor

Lone Survivor, Marcus Luttrell

Of course, if you've read any of my blog of late, you will know that I think very highly of this book, its author and the Navy SEALs in general.  The language is a little violent for sensitive eyes and minds, however the author knows where his faith lies and he doesn't mince words about it!  I recommend this book to anyone who is interested in learning about the stories of heroism that are all throughout the Global War on Terror.  This is one amazing story and you will be moved by the time you read the prologue.  Pay full price, enjoy and let me know what you think!

Stranger Than Fiction

Stranger Than Fiction, 2006 - PG-13

Will Ferrell is joined by a very strong cast in this very well-thought film about a guy who realizes that he is a character in a work of fiction once he starts hearing the voice of the author iterate his every move.  It's a fascinating love story as well and definitely deserves a viewing.  Ferrell is not in the typical type-casting we are used to and he pulls it off well.  I may even buy this one for the collection.  Some of my favorite aspects would be the overlaid graphics flawlessly incorporated, esp. in the first twenty minutes as well as the role played by Emma Thompson.  She is a marvelous actress and really does well as a chain-smoking recluse with writer's block.

The rating is appropriate - definitely some content that is not really appropriate for younger children.  But, I would say that anyone over 14 could see it - though they may not really "get it".  18 is a good age to view and understand.

Happy Feet

Happy Feet, 2006 - PG

Great animation; cute penguins.  I have to say the coolest part (and saddest) is the voiceover provided by the late, great Steve Irwin.  He performed the voice for an elephant seal and the DVD gives you a look at a clip that was originally excluded from the film with his voice talents again.  I really liked the storyline, although a little slow at first, it picked up quickly and drew me into the lives of these furry flightless birds.  I don't want to give any of the plot away as I believe this is a good viewing for just about anybody over the age of 12.  I think that some of the activity by the animated characters is actually a bit too "suggestive" to expose a younger crowd to, only to emulate on the playground.  I will not let my kids watch this anytime soon as they are both a little young to understand the theme and may actually lose some interest during the longer sequences.

The cinematography and animation were unbelievable and definitely made me want to visit Antarctica some day.  Enjoy!

The Total Money Makeover

Total Money Makeover, Dave Ramsey

I have one debt left in this world (other than my mortgage), and it is to my next oldest brother and best man.  He sent me this book in the summer of 2005 and from page 1, my financial life was turned upside down and brought onto a straight and narrow path of success.  Rachel got on board with me and together we got on board with Dave's plan for financial peace, and our family has been changed, forever.  You could consider it an experience akin to being "born again" financially, because that's exactly what's happened since.

God sent more counselors our way; my boss at my previous assignment, a free "Financial Peace" class held by the base chapel, friends who shared our struggles and shared the job of holding eachother accountable, and most importantly - people who are worth giving to, especially when they need it most.  That doesn't make sense?  How could someone who receives your money be a financial counselor?  My answer is simple - they are why I want to be a serious prodigious accumulator of wealth (PAW).  To give, is to receive!  Try it and you will see what I mean!

Dave's personal success story is certainly a good one, but the better stories come, honestly and humbly, from average folks like me.  We read his book, together, following "Baby Steps" and prayed a lot.  14 months later, we paid off over $17,000 in debt, eliminating all debt in our life, and started our financial lives over.  More importantly, we were finally in control of our money!  Ask yourself, "Am I determining where every dollar goes, or am I letting the daily grind decide for me?"  If you answered "yes" to the latter, you need to e-mail me.  I will send you a free hardback copy of this book (as long as you promise to read it) while supplies last!

The Millionaire Next Door

The Millionaire Next Door, Thomas J. Stanley and William D. Danko

This is a must read for ANYONE who wants to become wealthy.  It has been revised many times and I recommend you buy the most current revision, with the most current stats.

Dr. Stanley presents an amazing image of today's American millionaire - usually a self-made businessperson wearing target polos and levis, driving a F-150 with a car seat in the back, living in a decent 10-15 year old home, with loads of cash in a well-diversified portfolio.  In short, you wouldn't recognize the millionaire if you saw them! 

He explains extremely critical terms such as "Prodigious Accumulator of Wealth", "Under-Accumulator of Wealth", and "Economic Outpatient Care".  He sets the boundaries of what it takes to be truly wealthy and challenges the readers to become wealthy as well.

This is an excellent, easy read that will keep you up at nights afterwards worrying about all of your friends who "look" like millionaires and how you can help them wake up out of their coma!

Start Late, Finish Rich

Start Late, Finish Rich, David Bach

I'm working on it.  So far I've got a few questions about some of the stuff he says - doesn't seem to match up with what I've clinged to, so I'm trying to withhold judgment until I finish it.  I'll keep you posted.

Atlantis

Atlantis, David Gibbons

Just a fun novel about the greatest deep-sea diver in the world with millions of dollars of non-profit save the seas/save the world type assets who gets intertwined into an evil empire run by the father of this cute archeologist he hooks up with. . . .anyway, he flies all these jets, the good guys win and discover a whole new civilization while he and the chick hook up.  Same old same old, but fun nonetheless!

(Kind of like "Top Gun" for the sea)

A Banner Week!

I didn't really mention it at the right time, but it should be noted that last week was a big one for Mediocre, Alaska.  We broke records for single day and single week visitors - outstanding!  I'm sure it is due more to a few e-mails and board posting I sent rather than a plug on some daytime talk show, but I'll take the numbers regardless.

I guess some of you may be wondering what this website is all about - especially first time visitors.  First, I encourage you to take a look at the "About Us" page.  It gives a somewhat outdated synopsis of what Mediocre, Alaska is about.  In a nutshell, though, it's really just a bunch of seemingly random thoughts recorded for the purpose of keeping my family and friends informed as to our happenings as well as entertaining any visitors that may accidentally stop by after some weird "google" search.  Regardless, I hope you enjoy the stay. 

If you have any content comments or suggestions for areas of study, please feel free to pass a comment through any of the posts.  You can also send stuff to us anonymously by using the "Contact Us" link.  Have a great day/evening/morning and God bless!

Problems with Autumn

These are just a few of the problems with Autumn for me:

1. I'm still colorblind and the changing of the trees that should resemble fireworks looks more like a bunch of trees dying.

2. Georgia Tech is still not a BCS-worthy team.

3. In Alaska, it's 20-below.

4. In Alabama, it's still 80.

5. Halloween.

6. Planning the logistical gymnastics to share all of the upcoming holidays with friends and family while still trying to maintain our own identity.

7. I should have saved monthly for Christmas yet it's now November, and we haven't saved a dime!

8. All the months end in "-er".

9. We lose 7-8 minutes of sunlight a day during the fall in Alaska!

10. To stay comfortable: Twelve layers worn to breakfast, two layers to lunch and 10 layers to dinner.

Other than that, fall rocks my world!  God Bless.

Rachel

"So, how about telling the world how Rachel is doing these days?"  inquired an anonymous reader.  That's really a great question!  So, I've come up with some questions to ask the most amazing wife in the world and here are her answers:

1. How are you doing? I am tired, but I am doing great.  I am measuring 30 cm (bottom of uterus to the top) which is exactly where I should be at 30 weeks.

2. Are you going to get a job? No, I don't plan on getting a job.

3. What are your thoughts on this year's World Series? I think it is great that the Sox won it in four nights so that noone had to waste any more time watching.

4. Should Georgia Tech fire Chan Gailey? No, not yet.  Let him finish out his contract.

5. What is your favorite bread recipe? My favorite bread recipe is my whole wheat bread recipe from Eva, that I need to make today.

6. Are you hoping for a boy or a girl? I think the baby is a boy.  I will not say what I am hoping for.

7. Isn't David the most dreamy and amazing husband in the world? Absolutely!

 So, there you go anonymous reader, Rachel, in her own words.  My ultimate plan for the blog is to have a "His" side and a "Hers" side.  That won't happen until late november/december, so stay tuned!

Advertisements . . . geesh.

So, I guess you will have to suffer with those annoying little windows that appear occasionally by moving your mouse over certain words.  Just so you know - those are the words with two lines underneath.  The ones with only one line underneath are my links.  Sorry for any inconvenience, but I guess that's the price to pay for a free web-blog service.

Concert Friends

It's really cool when you go to a concert and end up meeting new friends!  I remember my second Third Day show ever, at Hills Alive in South Dakota.  That was over six years ago and our family is still in touch with the folks we met and spent most of our time with at that concert!  In fact, we're going to share Thanksgiving dinner with them this year.  God is so awesome!  Today, I'm going to visit a church in Knoxville after having met some really nice folks at the Jeremy Camp concert.  They invited me and of course, I wasn't doing anything else, so I'm off to visit them at their church this morning.   One friend I had met at the Third Day concert in Alaska was particularly excited to be there - she had flown all the way from Germany for a company trip and now she was standing next to me and my wife on the front row.  She tried all night long to catch one of the many picks that Mac, Brad, Tai and Mark throw out at the crowd, to no avail.  Well, I caught one (or picked it up, or something) and gave it to her.  Voila - friend!  It's that easy, folks.  God Bless!

Finally, a real blog!

Yes, I have finally figured out how to turn this mediocre web blog into a better than mediocre blog.  Thanks to blogsavy.com for providing the service that makes it happen!  Now I just need to fix the rest of my site. . .  Go ahead and try to send a comment and I'll see if I can figure this puppy out.  God Bless!

Welcome India!

That now makes visitors from two new countries in a week!  I'm happy to see that the world is starting to notice our happy little community.  

On Friday, after work, I went to the club with some co-workers up here and watched the first half of "Transformers" - GO AIR FORCE!  Then I chilled at a co-worker's home with another friend (all of our wives were out of town) and we had an acoustic jam session.  It was groovy. . . One of the dudes left and I was introduced to Guitar Hero: 80's for PlayStation.  I have to admit, I've never been a big fan of video games.  This game, however, ROCKED!  I had a blast - even though real skills at the guitar are next to useless to do well in this game.  Good rythem helps, as does hand - eye coordination, like any video game.

Today I vegged out in the rental car - a totally sweet blue PT Cruiser.  Yes, I vegged out in the rental for over 7 hours!  I explored all over the Smokies and hit Cades Cove and Clingman's Dome.  There was a brief intermission at a classy little dive - Mel's Diner - but most of the day was spent listening to Channel 66 on satellite radio (Spirit) and enjoying the essence of fall in Tennessee.  You might say, "But Dave, Tennessee's not really Alaska, is it?", as if to say it's not pretty enough.  Yes, you are right - Tennessee is not Alaska, thankfully.  I'm not sure I would have enjoyed my drive nearly as much at 30-below today.  I certainly wouldn't have made the mile hike up and back at Clingman's Dome to the observation tower.  Anyway, you naysayers can sit back and pretend your day spent watching college football was more rewarding than the half tank I spent cruising the Appalachians in fall.  You just do that. . .

Anyway, this blog entry is getting too long, so I'm going to cut it short.  Besides, my clam chowder is getting cold, the french bread is getting stale and Panera closes in 50 minutes.  God bless!

Jeremy Camp, Knoxville, TN

Last night I went to see Jeremy Camp in concert, with opening act: Mainstay. Both were awesome! I got in line at the ticket office (tix were on will call) about 15 minutes before they opened. By the time I got my tickets, I was pretty far back in line - stretching out in to the parking lot. It was pretty windy also and the line grew very long as the doors opened twenty minutes late! Anyway, being alone makes it easy to squeeze in with a group at a general admission concert and that's exactly what happened! So, I sat just left of center, in the third row! It was sweet! I think the best part was the second set, when Jeremy sang with his wife, who is also coming out with an album. Overall, it was an awesome experience. I've got a few more concerts coming up and I'll be sure to post on those as well. Additionally, I've decided that it's probably time I start a page dedicated to my favorite band: Third Day. I've got a bunch of great stories from the last ten years about this band and I can't wait to share some of them with you.