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Around the Corners: 497 posts from the original blog, 2006 onward. Newer writing is on the Blog →

What kind of Ice Cream is this?

It is summer time and the kids are out of school. Amy had them at the pool for 3 hours today and they had a blast. tonight after dinner she got them a cone of ice cream. After a fe…

Heckler or Helper

Have you ever gone to a ball game and sat next to a "Big Fan?" I mean the kind who is always yelling as if among the 30,000 other people, their voice would stand out. From time to …

Pray for our Open House

We have been going fast and furious as we prepare for our open house on this coming Sunday. The banners will be shipped today, we have the new nursery furniture, yard signs are on …

Why bad leaders end up in high places

I usually do not post other people's thoughts on my blog, but this is one that is a must read for you pastors and church planters. From Ben Arment... I came across this passage in …

Vitamins and Minerals

As many of you know I am a health nut.... okay, but I will be soon. I am presently building up to my next diet/exercise season. Yesterday afternoon we went to Wal-mart together and…

Developer Relaeses Posner Anchors

Amy is thrilled that the Posner Center at I-4 and US 27 will be anchored by a Super Target . Other Anchors include, Books-A-Million , JC Penny , and Ross . I am excited to have a S…

Hog Wild

Here is a story from Fox News about a Hog that was harvested by an 11 year old boy in Alabama last week. That is one big pig. FYI There are still lots of pigs in the Green Swamp an…

Youth Pictures from MGM

A couple of weeks ago our youth went to MGM. Here are some great pictures that Sissy Short took. Enjoy! Here is a link to the rest of the pictures.…

Pastors' view of meeting for prayer

I tell you guys about the amazing group of pastors that I meet with each wednesday. Today I took my video camera to get their views on why we as pastors need to gather to pray.…

Andrew's Graduation

Hey, I know everyone wants to see Andrew sing. Good for a few laughs, even some of his own!…

Scott Kirppayne wins American Idol Song Writing

Last night Scott Kirppayne, a Christian Singer/song writer won the song writing competition for American Idol. Scott is probably best known for his fun, upbeat "I'm not cool" song …

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