Tag Archives: life

That’s What Christians Do

Posted on Monday 3 June 2013 by J. D. Bartlett

Moving houses can be a lot of work. A month ago or two ago the pastor at my church let us know that a particular couple was moving houses and would appreciate any help. The couple have been coming to … Continue reading →

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Thinking and Dancing

Posted on Monday 20 May 2013 by J. D. Bartlett

It’s been a fun weekend. I do love sunny days, with a cool breeze. Today I present you with some things to think about. Thanks to Melinda at &c. &c. for these most excellent links: TED talk from Meg Jay … Continue reading →

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The Real Panic

Posted on Monday 25 March 2013 by J. D. Bartlett

My sisters discovered that once you defeat all the monsters in Castle Panic, you have time to build a real castle.

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The Railroad Deity

Posted on Monday 18 March 2013 by J. D. Bartlett

I was smiling to myself as I strode out of the train station towards work. But I slowed to a stop as a stocky young man who’d been ambling towards me hailed me. ‘Excuse me,’ he said. ‘Could you help … Continue reading →

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Stranger

Posted on Monday 31 December 2012 by J. D. Bartlett

“Never acknowledge the existence of strangers.” That seems to be the unwritten rule of the rail. Making eye contact with unknowns on the platform is taboo, and heaven forbid that you should speak to a stranger on a train. It … Continue reading →

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