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2/26/2005 By Ben 2 Comments

Books I’m Reading Now

I'm an avid reader and writer. It would explain why I enjoy blogging so much. There are certain times - tell me if I'm the only one - when I get into several books at once: books I'm reading at different paces for different purposes, books that I find rewarding in different ways. Now is one of those times. And since I'm thoroughly enjoying and/or learning from all of them, I thought I'd leave a record of them here. Maybe one will pique your interest, too. Listed in order of author's last name: Jim Berg, Created for His Glory - A challenging and inspiring in-depth look at God's precious promises in the first three chapters of Ephesians. Michael Medved, Right Turns - This book truly is a splendid read, full of autobiographical … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Christianity and Faith, General, Random and Miscellaneous

2/25/2005 By Ben 1 Comment

Quick Friday Jottings

The Democrat majority in the Colorado legislature revealed their close affinity to the abortion absolutist lobby Thursday. The six Democrats on the House Judiciary Committee killed a bill that would have held medical doctors liable for the abortions of viable human fetuses. It was a moderate measure designed to curb the uncommon but barbaric practice of killing an unborn child that could otherwise survive outside the mother's womb. But we know where the Democrat legislators stand on this issue, beholden as they are to a certain lobby. In less startling news, Ward Churchill is now under investigation for artistic copyright fraud. The habits developed in his professional life carry over into his money-making hobbies, as well. Should … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Christianity and Faith, Colorado Politics, Education, General, Random and Miscellaneous

2/3/2005 By Ben 1 Comment

Welcome Back, Jim!

Jim has posted up some commentary on last night's SOTU address. It looks like the President made the case for Social Security reform to Jim, anyway. Of the five SOTU addresses he has given so far, I think last night's ranks second only to the 2002 masterpiece. Just my two cents worth. … [Read more...]

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2/2/2005 By Ben Leave a Comment

Welcoming Mrs. Virtus and Her Beauty to the Internet

Please welcome my wonderful wife to the world of blogging and drop by her Beauty Spot. The lovely Mrs. Virtus read Hugh Hewitt's Blog and was inspired to add a new marketing dimension to her Mary Kay business. I know this will be of most benefit to the few female readers of this blog. But then again, gents, Valentine's Day is coming soon.... So go ahead, visitor her, welcome her to the growing world of bloggers! … [Read more...]

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1/16/2005 By Ben Leave a Comment

“Or maybe I’ll stick to hammers”

If you haven't seen the story (and the x-ray) of the Breckenridge man who had a nail lodged in his skull for six days without realizing it... well, what are you waiting for? Speaking as someone who's never had a terrific knack with anything carpentry-related, here is just one further proof not to pursue the trade for a living. … [Read more...]

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