Blackbird

It’s been a little quiet around here since Saturday. Sorry about that.

I’ve been feeling a little uninspired this week.

While I search for inspiration (that doesn’t involve a long rant) — here’s a little video I shot on my Flip UltraHD Camcorder Saturday afternoon from the window in my office…

Bobby “Bob” Joe Medlin (Jan. 1, 1944 – Sept. 3, 2010)

Bob Medlin
Bob Medlin

Bobby “Bob” Joe Medlin, age 66 of Garland, TX, passed away September 3, 2010. He was born January 1, 1944, in Chickasha, OK, to John “Buster” and Gladys (MacFellows) Medlin. Bob was a resident of Garland for 24 years and a member of Lake Ridge Bible Church in Mesquite, TX. He served his country in the Army Reserves for 10 years.

Bob is survived by his wife: Vicki Medlin of Garland, TX; son: Ty Medlin and wife Rosanne; daughter: Tamison Lattanzi and husband Michael Jr.; grandchild: Aubrie Medlin; sisters: Margie Medlin , Velma Calvin and Minnie Williams and husband Jerry all of Oklahoma; several nieces, nephews and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, brother John Medlin, brother-in-law Ronald Cavin, and sister-in-law Mary Medlin.

A graveside service will be held 2:30pm Sunday, September 5, 2010, at Rest Haven Memorial Park in Rockwall, TX, with Dr. Roger Raymer of Lake Ridge Bible Church officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Saturday from 6:00 to 8:00pm.

Tell Your Mum – musical interlude

tell your mum
tell your mum

Some music for your Labor Day weekend…
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15 albums that will stay with you forever

Via Stewart: There is a meme bouncing around Facebook at the moment…

The rules: Don’t take too long to think about it. Fifteen albums you’ve heard that will always stick with you. List the first fifteen you can recall in no more than fifteen minutes. Tag fifteen friends, including me, because I’m interested in seeing what albums my friends choose. (If you’re on Facebook: To do this, go to your Notes tab on your profile page, paste rules in a new note, cast your fifteen picks, and tag people in the note– upper right hand side.)??

I’m breaking the rules. I’m not going to tag anyone (either) but if you feel like answering the meme either on your own blog or in the comments below. I’d be interested to know.

  1. They Might be Giants – Apollo 18
  2. Nirvana – Nevermind
  3. U2 – Achtung Baby
  4. dcTalk – Jesus Freak
  5. Weezer – Weezer (the Blue album)
  6. Green Day – Dookie
  7. Nirvana – MTV Unplugged
  8. Beach Boys – 20 Good Vibrations, The Greatest Hits
  9. U2 – Rattle and Hum
  10. George Straight – Pure Country Soundtrack
  11. The Beatles – 1967-1970 (The Blue Album)
  12. Audio Adrenaline – Don’t Censor Me
  13. Jars of Clay – Jars of Clay
  14. Aerosmith – Big Ones
  15. U2 – All That You Can’t Leave Behind

Today ends our campaign

BTW – Today is the last day of the campaign with charity:water to raise $5000 to build a fresh water well for those in need.

(Why water?)

So far we’ve raised $150 — enough to give clean, fresh drinking water to 7 people for the next 20 years! That’s awesome! But I know that as Insurgents of Love we can do better than that.

It’d be great to reach our goal of $5000 by day’s end — but I’ll be realistic and admit that’s a really unlikely chance — but perhaps each you’ll prove me wrong…. (hint, hint, hint).

Yes, money’s tight. Yes, you’re being hit up for money from all sides… but if you could spare a few dollars today to get us one step closer to that goal, you can help us change the life of those in desperate need.

(Who is charity:water?)

And my offer to give away a free e-book copy of my novel to everyone who donates, still stands. Any donation, of any amount today will receive an e-book (PDF) copy of my novel. Think of it as “name your own price” to help those in need and get a free novel along the way.

So — will you help? Will you donate?

Thanks in advance!

Donate now.

After Hours benefit for Portions for Orphans

After Hours Improv benefiting Portions for Orphans
After Hours Improv benefiting Portions for Orphans

Come join the fun – a portion of all ticket sales will go directly to helping the Portion for Orphans mission.

Some link love

Some great posts you may have missed recently…

Faith:
The Colbert Report on the “Ground Zero Mosque” and whether Barack Obama is a Muslim or a Christian
Enjoying God’s Reality
Loving our Muslim neighbors unconditionally
Has Pro-Life Become Un-cool?

Living:
Launch Every Single Day
100 Ways to Simplify Your Life (and Make Yourself Happier)
How Many Wows Will You Miss Today?
Being Busy is Not That Important
Divine Interruptions

Technology:
Make Phone Calls Directly from Gmail
Kodak’s First Digital Camera
Google Tweaks Gmail’s “Undo Send” Labs Feature
A long time ago, before death by PowerPoint
30+ Twitter Usage Guidelines for Christians
Seasons of the Soul
Tracking The Companies That Track You Online

Work:
10 Creative Ideas for Different (Better) Business Culture
Finding a job that you love

You can see these links and more by following me on a regular basis Google Buzz.