This and That

In no particular order...

The Ice's are waiting for Ella to arrive. If she doesn't come before the 25th, we will go in to induce. So far, so good.

The house is insanely quiet without Darby, who by the way has basically lived in the pool at her grandparents' house in St. Louis. Last report was that she had them swimming at 7:30 am yesterday. Laura's mom will bring her back home Monday. Truth be told, we've been going crazy without her.

Mac learned how ignorant he is of all things postmodern this last week. The short-course in Postmodern Theologies was a great way to send Mark away with his MDiv. It was good to be with Josh, Brennan and Caleb. John Mark did a fine job leading us through; if I'm ignorant it is not his fault. I feel like I know the landscape a bit better now, but I've still got quite a bit of trail before me before me (to borrow a backpacking metaphor). I'm also glad that Caleb kicked me around, philosophically speaking, because it keeps me humble (BOY do I need to brush up on my philosophy). He'll make for a sharp teacher.

I'm getting into some research and reading on crisis counseling as that course winds down as well. I'm just about through with the preliminary sort on the National Christian Missionary Convention material at the Historical Society. I keep saying that I'll blog about these twin summer pursuits; but hey, its summer, I'll get to it when it strikes me.

It was fantastic to see some friends at Waffle House Thursday night. Brought back some fine memories. God gifts us with good people who journey with us through the difficult times. The back booth at the House is a testimony to me of God's goodness in sustaining me with great friends. Too bad Brad Benedict couldn't be there. Thanks to Mike Kidder for his fine hospitality; its was good to catch up with Pops and Ray. The grace I have received from my friends keeps me conscious, and desirous, of opportunities I have to grace others with friendship.

School starts in about 3 weeks. I'm ready.

Grace and peace.