TUESDAY TEASERS!

As the month continues to fly by I thought I'd just throw out (or up) a few things for you to comment on. (I know, you are not supposed to end a sentence with a preposition). Some of these thoughts are based upon conversations I've had recently, and some, well they're just random.

• Why do we spend so much time decorating and making everything look so nice and pretty when Jesus was born in a cold, drab cave or cattle stall and placed in a feed trough?

• Is the shopping season really worth it when people are willing to trample a man to death just for a "good deal?"

• Personally, (and it's me) I can hardly stomach going into a store after coming back from Mexico. I don't need anything.

• I know this is controversial, but what do you think of "Calling in Gay" Day?

• Do you remember Santa's workshop on ABC in Wichita as a kid? Well, it's back. What I appreciated about it was "Santa" (Henry Harvey) always kept the real meaning of Christmas at the forefront of his show.

• Check out randomshirts.com and click on the turkey leg icon on the right side. Then see if you can find my son Todd standing on his head with a drumstick in his mouth. The first kid to tell me which column and how many rows down will get a prize from P.R.

• Little Brayden went to see Santa - was not a bit happy about it. If I get permission from his mom and dad to show the pic, I'll show you. It's priceless.

• Just a thought - If you look at it in the right light, how can there be any darkness?

See ya - PR

Rick's Ramblings!

Here it is Friday again. The weather has finally warmed up. Wind and thunderstorms on the horizon. We'll see. Here are a few thoughts you can reply to or at least think about:


This weekend is prom. Kyle will be escorting the beautiful Miss Ashley. He has his tux and looks real spiffy. I'll try and get some pictures for you all to see. (Pray for all the kids so they will make wise decisions this weekend).


I'm heading to Camp Lakeside in a few hours to lead praise and worship for a women's retreat this weekend. I'm not sure hunting and fishing stories will work well for this group. What do you think??


Been thinking about the kingdom of God lately. Mentioned it briefly at men's group this morning. Ask one of the guys what they think. (What do you think?)


Thanks to Dale Davis who stayed up all night making donuts for the guys - good job.


My wife and a few others are helping with the after-prom party which will last at least until 3:30 a.m. Sunday. We'll see if they stay awake during church - (preacher better be good).


Question - did the 2 disciples walk, jog, or run to Emmaus? Just wondering.....


Can you believe Leah Rankin is graduating from college? She's just a kid.


I think the grading scale should be: No show - F. If you show up before 9:00 a.m - D. If you show up before 9:00 a.m. with donuts - C. If you show up before 9:00 a.m. with donuts and your homework completed - B. If all the above and $100 for the teacher - A. - no questions asked. That's the ticket.

I've got to go. My fish need watering.

RICK'S RAMBLINGS

Well, believe it or not, our littlest turned 17 this past Wednesday. Happy Birthday Kyle - we love you!

As I write this, the snow is coming down like crazy. Here we go again. This is April isn't it????

Did you know today is Friday the 13th? Anyone nervous??

Once again, I am reminded of how blessed we are in our family. We have 3 great boys and 2 wonderful daughter-in-laws. Life is good!

By the way, I may have mentioned that I am going to be a grandpa - but get this - IT'S A BOY!!

Imagine that. Eric just (Eric Just, get it?) called and said they found out that a boy is on the way. Another generation of Justs - look out!

Received word that I am going to be the assistant spiritual director for the Walk to Emmaus this fall. I hope some of you will prayerfully consider going. I'll be in touch or give me a call if interested.

Gotta run - tax day is biting on our heels. Ouch, ouch,ouch...............................