Friday, April 02, 2010

Saturday 9

Saturday 9: Hurts So Good

1. Tell us about the last time you really got hurt. I am now very upset because of my uncle. His mental decline has been swift, and I am struggling to accept the loss of the man he was.

2. What's your oldest possession? My Lassie dog. That worn old plush toy must be more than 45 years old.

3. Do you have any phobias? Air travel. Squirrels. Clowns.

4. What values did your parents instill in you? From my father I got a love of history and a respect for what came before. I got my mother's affection and respect for animals.

5. What are your plans for Easter? My niece is cooking ham and quiche, and I am eating it.

6. I like sun more than snow. I don't understand what's meant by this statement. I've enjoyed many bright, sunny, snow-covered days.

7. Tell us about 3 fads from your teenage years. Platforms shoes, even sneakers. Corny variety shows (everyone from Glenn Campbell to Donny & Marie to Tony Orlando & Dawn). Farrah hair.

8. Tell us what is the most important attribute in a lover. Sensitivity.

9. What new piece of technology have you resisted buying and what would it take for you to change your mind? DVR. I just don't feel like paying even more for cable every month.

Let's not forget Easter

As the time ticks away to two highly anticipated events in my life -- Cubs baseball and my vacation -- I don't want to forget Easter. In honor of this coming Sunday, when we remember that God gave his only son so our spirits live forever, I rejoiced by giving the homeless gentleman in front of McDonald's a bottle of milk as well as change for his cup.

I don't know if he realizes that today is Good Friday, or that Sunday is Easter, so I didn't mention the holiday. But it made him happy, and I am certain that remembering him is a good way to remember Him.