As I’m writing this post, it’s Christmas Eve. The kids are milling in front of the tree, not able to break their gaze from the sight of all their presents. (We won’t open them until tomorrow.) I’m mentally preparing to lead worship at my congregation tonight. Oh, and typing this post. It’s Christmas. For many,Continue reading “Christmas Writings”
Author Archives: Jon
On the Closing of Bookstores
I was there when the Borders fell. The bookstore chain went belly-up. It was a sad thing; I had enjoyed their stores. Every day I drove past the store on the way to work. It was closing soon. I had visited many times, and I eyed certain books. If this was here when it gotContinue reading “On the Closing of Bookstores”
Begin Again
So I had to write a story. OK, I didn’t have to, but there was a call for submissions I wanted to, um, submit to, which meant I had to write a story to do so. The story started out one way. And sure, it was a nifty enough story, but it didn’t fit theContinue reading “Begin Again”
EEEEEEEEEEEE and Other Professional Statements
So, I just got a proof back of a story that’ll be published in the beginning of the next year. (I’ll be posting when and where to find it once it’s available for order.) The proof of the story was good; I found two typos and had them fixed. The proof included an image ofContinue reading “EEEEEEEEEEEE and Other Professional Statements”
Thanksgiving ain’t over!
Yeah yeah yeah it’s not Thanksgiving anymore blah blah blah Don’t care. You know what? It’s good to show gratitude any day of the year, not just on a day that many Americans gorge themselves on the flesh of the enemy. (If you don’t take time to remember the Great Turkey War of 1773, you’reContinue reading “Thanksgiving ain’t over!”
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