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Sandra Day O'Connor: Justice for All (Women of Our Time)by Beverly Gherman
From the Book Jacket: Sandra Day O'Connor is one of the most influential-and controversial-women of today. In 1981, she was the first woman named to the United States Supreme Court, and since then, her rulings have helped to shape and interpret the laws of our nation. From her childhood on an Arizona ranch to her days as a young lawyer, Justice O'Connor has always fought for what she believed in: legal representation for the poor, clear mental health laws, and fair working conditions for men and women. Her opinions are not always popular, but Justice O'Connor continues to live by the words she tells the young people she meets: "The individual can make things happen." Praise for the Women of Our Time® series: "A series of uniform excellence." -Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books Ages 7-11
Sparkyby Beverly Gherman
As the artist behind the beloved Peanuts comic strip for more than 50 years, Charles Schulz--arguably the most famous cartoonist in the world--created a colorful cast of characters that continues to bring humor and comfort to millions of readers. In this distinctively designed yet highly accessible book, renowned children's biographer Beverly Gherman traces both the life events that shaped Schulz's art and the various ways in which art influenced his life in return. Acclaimed by artists ranging from Andrew Wyeth to Mo Willems, the artistic elements of Schulz's work are brought to life in a colorful layout and thoroughly explored in an enchanting text that will draw in even the most reluctant readers.
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Heartfelt short stories written by ten young Asian-American writers who share the conflicts that many young people feel living in two distinct worlds - one of memories and traditions, and one of today. Stories by Marie G. Lee, Ryan Oba, Katherine Min, Mary F. Chen, Lois-ann Yamanaka, Fae Myenne Ng, Cynthia Kadohata, Peter Bacho, Lan Samantha Chang, and Nguyen Duc Minh.
Cool Salsa: Bilingual Poems on Growing Up Latino in the United Statesby Lori M. Carlson
Poemas en Inglés y Español.
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Sheriff's deputies arrested a third person at about 12:15 p.m. Tuesday in relation to a recent home invasion robbery.
Deputies were seen with guns drawn arresting Willard Ernst at the intersection of Sierra College and East Main Street on suspicion of being a part of the robber.
Four masked gunmen entered a home in Big Oak Valley Feb. 27.
The two victims told deputies that four masked men armed with guns forcibly entered the residence while they were sleeping, threatened to shoot the residents, then bound and tied them with duct tape.
The suspects allegedly stole an unknown amount of medical marijuana, a rifle, a shotgun, and a semi-automatic handgun, as well as electronics, before fleeing.
Brian David Estrada, 35, was detained that day, along with Michael Joseph Cameron, 31.
Information found at the scene led investigators to identify Cameron as one of the suspects, and he was arrested at gunpoint later that morning in Grass Valley, Nevada County Sheriff's Lt. Shannan Moon said.
Cameron was arrested on suspicion of robbery, possession of a loaded firearm in a vehicle, possession of stolen property, criminal conspiracy, and committing a felony while on bail. Bail was set at $50,000 and he is scheduled to appear in court Thursday.
Cameron also faces charges of possessing controlled substances, possession for sale, and transportation for sale, as well as driving on a suspended license, stemming from a January arrest. Bail has been set at $22,000 in that case.
Estrada was in Cameron's vehicle and was briefly detained; evidence from the robbery allegedly was located inside the vehicle.
Detectives developed evidence linking Estrada to the crime, as well, and he was arrested without incident Friday, Moon said.
Estrada was booked into county jail on suspicion of robbery and criminal conspiracy, and was being held in lieu of $50,000 bail.
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The Southwest/Texas Popular Culture Association and American Culture Association are holding a series of panels at the next meeting of these regional groups, March 7-10, 2001 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The conference will be centered at the Sheraton Oldtown Hotel--a beautiful, newly-renovated facility, that is within walking distance of Albuquerque's historic "Old Town" district. This is the SW/TX PCA/ACA's third year to meet in Albuquerque. For us, it is a perfect venue that offers the sights, sounds, tastes, and museums of the Southwest.
Papers are requested on television and its impact on American society and culture. The field described is a broad one, but a couple of approaches are suggested--views of television from the outside and the inside. The first covers such issues as television and public expectations, hopes, and perceptions of, and responses to, programing. The second offers an opportunity for analysis of media agendas, an opportunity to evaluate the forces that have pushed television in one direction or another throughout its history.
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The Television as "the Tube of Plenty"
The Television as Wasteland
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Television and Gender/Racial Stereotypes
Television and Gender/Racial Bending
Cops and Robbers
Cowboys and Indians
Talk Shows
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"No Baby" Program to Help Curb High Teen Pregnancy Rate in MemphisCarolyn Castiglia
WMC-TV in Memphis reported last week that over 90 female students at Frayser High have had or will have babies this year, and 20% of the total female students at the school are teen mothers. In an interview, 16-year-old mother Terrika Sutton had this to say about the school's pregnancy epidemic:
"It's a shame that all these girls at Frayser are pregnant. But it ain't nothin' new…. They need a class where they can teach the girls before they get pregnant, use protection and stuff. Don't try to get pregnant."
That's where the radical Memphis-area "No Baby" program comes in.
Jezebel notes that the Memphis City Schools curriculum offers 9th graders a Family Life Education course, with an "emphasis on abstinence from sexual relations outside of marriage." But the mentors at Girls Inc. are hoping to supplement that abstinence-based education with an after-school program called "No Baby." Bitch magazine erroneously reported today that the "No Baby" campaign promotes abstinence-only education. Not so. Dead center on the No Baby website is a big banner that reads, "Get Protection," with a link to birth control providers in the Memphis area. Yes, the "No Baby" campaign wants teenage girls to know that they can say no to sex, but also that they can – and should – say no to sex without a condom. Its goal is to empower teenage girls to protect themselves not only against pregnancy, but against sexually transmitted diseases as well.
Deborah Hester Harrison of Girls Inc. says she hopes Memphis teens will tell themselves, "No. We're not going to have babies. No, we're not going to have sex. Or at least we're going to be protected if we're going to do something," adding, "That's really our purpose, is to teach these girls how to say no. They don't know how."
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Guild members have been working under expired pact
The Writers Guild of America has reported little progress in negotiations with ABC.
Talks resumed this week in New York after a three-month recess in bargaining; no new negotiations have been scheduled on the contract, which expired Jan. 31. The 225 newswriters, editors and producers covered by the guild have been working under terms of the expired pact.
The network presented a revised comprehensive package proposal Tuesday that the guild said was largely identical to the Feb. 15 version.
"The guild expressed its dissatisfaction with the proposal, specifically with the company's proposed ability for unlimited and unrestricted use of temporary employees, as well as its continued insistence on decreasing seniority protection in the event of a layoff," the WGA said in a statement.
Guild also said ABC had rejected its proposals on acting editor fees for radio employees and the election of pension/retirement benefits for new workers.
The two sessions this week were the first since late April and the 13th and 14th since bargaining launched Jan. 5.
WGA East exec director Mona Mangan said the net's stance is "inflexible," and that Disney's profits and ABC's ratings are on the rise.
"It has become increasingly clear that ABC's proposals are intended to force some newswriters and producers out of the guild and erode the pay scales and union protections of others," Mangan told Daily Variety. "News on the cheap isn't good for anyone and will adversely affect ABC's audience, advertisers and shareholders — everyone loses."
ABC spokeswoman Julie Hoover said in response, "The WGA is refusing to deal with the realities of the news business in terms of its economics and the competitive nature."
Hoover noted that many of ABC competitors are non-union and able to make deals with staffers at rates below the offer to the WGA.


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An offer to host a holiday meal need not add unnecessary stress to your life. From purchasing the turkey to handling the leftovers, there are some good rules to follow. If you have additional questions that I may not have included please call me at the Extension Office.
The next few weeks undoubtedly are challenging in many ways. Staying focused on health and wellness during the busy holiday season may seem impossible. Maintaining your body weight can be difficult and studies show that the average person gains between 1-5 pounds during the winter holidays. The "Maintain Don't Gain Challenge" will encourage you to practice habits that are supportive of maintaining your weight while you celebrate a healthy holiday season!
National Diabetes month is observed in November. The theme this year is "Diabetes is a Family Affair." Diabetes is a challenging disease that affects the entire family in many ways. If you are living with diabetes or have a loved one with the disease, family support is very important when it comes to managing diabetes and preventing serious health problems. It is also important to know that if you have a family history of diabetes – such as a mother, father, brother, or sister – you are at a greater risk for developing type 2 diabetes.
Air National Guard Airman 1st Class Jonathan N. Piland, graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland in San Antonio, Texas.
To all Medicare beneficiaries: I know you are aware that open enrollment for Medicare Part D has begun. Beginning 10/15/13 through 12/07/13, you have the opportunity to examine options available with the private insurance companies that offer prescription drug coverage through Medicare Part D for 2014. I can tell you that there are significant changes in the plans from 2013 based on the people I have assisted already, so it is really important that you review your coverage for 2014. Everyone should have received a packet from the current insurance company with projected changes for 2014 ...
Do you know how the new health care law will affect you? The Affordable Care Act (also known as health care reform or Obamacare) was passed into law in March 2010 and upheld by the Supreme Court in July 2012. Some provisions, like children staying on their parents´ insurance up to age 26 and prescription drug discounts to help close the "donut hole" for Medicare seniors, started immediately. However, the biggest changes under the Affordable Care Act are set to begin on Jan. 1, 2014.
Shirley Endlsey of Great Bend recently returned from Topeka where she participated in the 30th Annual Kansas Silver Haired Legislature as a Delegate from Barton County. The organization, established by the Kansas Legislature, consists of individuals, aged 60 and older, elected by their peers to develop bills and resolutions that are of interest to Kansas Seniors and their families.
By the time you read this I will be heading back to the office after a most memorable trip that combined business and pleasure. In mid-September, my husband, John, and I loaded up the van, (complete with tandem bike) and headed east. Our first stop was at the K-State campus where I picked up the poster that I would share during a session at the Galaxy Conference for Extension Professionals in Pittsburgh, PA. The conference had nearly 3,000 registered from all of the different areas of Extension programming. It was fun sharing my "Action Plan for Healthy Living" with ...
Kristina Tajchman, daughter of Lloyd and Gerry Boger of Great Bend, recently returned from a two-month trip to Munich, Germany, and Prague, Czech Republic, where she took part in several international energy conferences. She was accompanied on the trip by her sister, Renee, and nephew, Justin Owen, of Great Bend.
Living in the wide open spaces of Kansas helps a person appreciate the relatively clean air quality outdoors. But since many people spend a significant amount of time indoors, October is the perfect time to be reminded of indoor air quality.
Did you have a chance to visit the showcase of 4-H talent in 4-H Centennial Hall at the Kansas State Fair? If not, put that on your bucket list and plan to visit the Fair next year. You will be impressed with the exhibits on display.
Since September is designated as Food Safety Awareness Month it provides the perfect time to share reminders about this serious topic. Who out there hasn't experienced flu like symptoms and blamed it on something they ate? The truth is that most of the food borne illnesses begin with symptoms like nausea, diarrhea, and even fever. Taking a few minutes to reinforce some of the most important food safety rules will hopefully help you beat the odds of ever experiencing a foodborne illness.
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I think this is a creative, educational and -most importantly- fun gift to give to older kids, and I know I certainly would have appreciated when I was younger! Click here to see what products to include and to find a free printout of experiments.
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More US festival awards for 'The Artist' and Olivia Colman
In case you hadn't yet got the message that people love "The Artist," the French-made Oscar hopeful got further festival valentines over the weekend, taking prizes at both the Chicago and Hamptons International Film Festivals -- the Audience Award in the latter case, and the Founder's Award in the Windy City. (Apparently, that goes to the film across all categories that best captures the spirit of the Chicago fest. Now you know.)
We've discussed before how Michel Hazanavicius's film is the type of novel crowdpleaser that tends to win scads of audience awards without even trying, building the platform for a healthy awards run outside the quarantined festival zone. (If I was surprised it didn't take the equivalent prize at Toronto, I'm even more so after watching Nadine Labaki's "Where Do We Go Now?" yesterday -- but that's another conversation.) This pair of wins may be small potatoes in themselves, but they're just further fuel for the fire of an inevitable Oscar big-hitter. The film, incidentally, has its UK premiere at the London Film Festival tomorrow, and could well add to its trophy cabinet there.
Chicago's top prize, meanwhile, went to a film that, since Cannes, has closely trailed "The Artist" in the festival-charmer stakes: Aki Kaurismäki's gentle, socially conscious comedy "Le Havre," which remains a strong possibility for Finland in the foreign-language Oscar race. At this stage, the appeal of Kaurismäki and especially Hazanavicius's films hardly needs to be further proven with festival honors, so it's nice to see both the Chicago and Hamptons list of winners touching on some highly deserving lower-profile names and titles.
Most gratifying of all is the Chicago Best Actress prize for British actress Olivia Colman, whose stunning breakout performance in "Tyrannosaur" I discussed in last week's review. Colman has devoted fans in the blogosphere (Jeffrey Wells the loudest of them) and critical fraternity, but needs every bit of help she can get to bring her hard, tiny film to wider attention. All it takes, in this case, is for enough crucial voters to take a chance on the film -- the performance speaks for itself. (Indeed, people are starting to hear the whispers: Colman today cracks the top five of Gold Derby's Best Actress pool.)
Further down the winners lists are several strong indies I've recently seen at the London Film Festival and am delighted to see further recognized, including savage Australian true-crime drama "Snowtown" (champion in the After Dark category in Chicago), slippery US psychodrama "Without" (Pioneer Award and Best Cinematography at the Hamptons) and Iceland's Oscar submission "Volcano" (New Directors' prize in Chicago), a deeply moving drama of old-age regret and romance.
Speaking of the foreign Oscar race, US director Joshua Marston, whose Albanian blood-feud drama "The Forgiveness of Blood" was contentiously disqualified by the Academy, he at least got some compensation this week in the shape of accolades at both festivals: a special mention in the Hamptons and Best Screenplay (the same award he took at Berlin in February) in Chicago.
Finally, the list of Breakthrough Performance prizewinners at the Hamptons touches on several worthy names, including Emily Browning ("Sleeping Beauty"), Shailene Woodley ("The Descendants") and Ezra Miller (here cited for "Another Happy Day," but really one to watch this season for "We Need to Talk About Kevin"). Why Anton Yelchin was tapped for "Like Crazy," and not the film's clear standout Felicity Jones, is a mild head-scratcher.
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Robin Hood an Accepted Reality for Texas Schools
When David Thompson is asked about Texas' long history of school finance litigation, he likes to make a Harry Potter analogy.
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Regnery V. A sexual position in which one female individual leans backwards far enough to bring her head between her legs in order to lick her vagina, takes great flexibility and less than 1% of females can accomplish this.
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Monday, July 12, 2010
Icarus on the rocks
"Is it supposed to feel this way? Excited and scared mushed all together?", I wear my doubt on my sleeve, though I am sure of this step.
"Yeah, I think you got it right.", his smile is a balm to my twisted stomach.
"Alright, when do we get started."
This was my leap of faith.
Life had been relatively easy the last several years. Rising out of the abject poverty of our first couple years of marriage, I found success in the corporate world. In seven years, I moved though the ranks, quadrupling my income, creating a comfortably padded life. Then came the call, awakening in me the desire to give my life to something more.
Some would say it was crazy with a wife and two kids to take a $70,000 pay cut, just to pursue this pull on my life. The prodigal son, that had left the church at sixteen, returning to work in the church. Yes, there was irony, but we took the leap and for five years we never lacked, soaring on wings like eagles.
Across the coffee shop table, he sits, fingers wrapped comfortably around his mug, as I writhe in angst, at the circumstances.
"Is it supposed to feel this way? Empty and desolate mushed all together?", i wear my doubt on my sleeve, unsure of the next step.
"No, I don't think it is.", his knowing smile is a balm to my twisted stomach.
"I don't know what to do."
This was my fall from grace.
Life had been relatively easy the last several years. Ministry had been fruitful, seeing eyes opened to something larger than themselves and though my salary was meager, we wanted for little. Then the call came, awakening a desire for something more.
Some would say it was crazy, making a move like this in an economy that was struggling, but my pride answered and I followed. For months, I lived apart from my family, working for my faith, as the wax that held my wings together slowly melted in the sun, until I plummeted to the rocks below.
Coming home was one of the hardest things I ever did, and one of the easiest. My heart swooned at being with my family again, while at the same time breaking for all I had lost. Questions twisted around my mind...was it all a dream? why was it all taken away? Anger, pain, doubt, they swirled like a maelstrom, at the loss of my identity, threatening to take my dwindling faith with it.
It has been sixteen months, each day another step in the journey of re-finding myself, and while the step into ministry may seem like the greatest leap, discovering myself afterward and learning to fly again has taken so much more.
"Is it supposed to feel this way?"
"I don't know. I have never been here before."
"Then I guess we will see, as we round the next bend in the road, together."
This is my life.
83 comments:
- Brian Miller said...
i dont spend a whole lot of time in my writing dwelling on this part of my life. long time readers probably remember most of it...Kat RN had asked about the greatest eap in our life...but this is me and where i came from...
- July 12, 2010 at 6:42 AM
- Paul C said...
It takes courage to reflect so honestly about your central yearnings. Powerful title. I think most of us have been there with you, hopes and dreams in disarray.
- July 12, 2010 at 6:47 AM
- TechnoBabe said...
I for one would be the first person to applaud someone for making a change and trying something different or something that is a challenge. I have done that all the time, many changes and certainly that brought more challenges. Look how much you have learned and stored up my friend!!
- July 12, 2010 at 6:52 AM
- Just Be Real said...
Great post Brian! Wow! Stepping out in faith is what it is all about. Scary, the uncertainty, yes. But, in the end the great reward. Your inner spirit had a stirring. You knew you had to move on and venture out under God's care. Amen!
- July 12, 2010 at 6:59 AM
- CM said...
So moving, yet intriguing. You never fail to share your heart with us.
- July 12, 2010 at 7:02 AM
- Harnett-Hargrove said...
Leap of faith, fall from grace ... and, until all is said and done, whom is to know which is which? -J
- July 12, 2010 at 7:02 AM
- Kat_RN said...
Wow! Thank you for joining us. I knew yours would be good. Sometimes things have to feel that way, they just do.
- July 12, 2010 at 7:22 AM
- Pat said...
This is raw with emotion, honest, gut wrenching. Thanks for sharing a part of you.
- July 12, 2010 at 7:35 AM
- Bonnie said...
The knowing ... the not knowing ... in retrospect this is the richness of a life lived consciously and responded to with love.
Sometimes we can again take another great leap from 'the rocks' ... as you clearly have.
- July 12, 2010 at 7:45 AM
- The Bug said...
This is a very powerful example of what it feels like to make that leap. Thanks for sharing it with us!
- July 12, 2010 at 7:47 AM
- Daniel said...
I think I knew this story already, but it was good to read again. I think you understand the whys now better than ever. Personally I am thankful that I got to know you on one of the legs of your journey. Blessings.
- July 12, 2010 at 7:49 AM
- Tracy said...
Thanks for sharing, Brian. I felt all of your angst as I read it. You have a beautiful soul, and it shines brightly in your writing.
- July 12, 2010 at 7:56 AM
- TALON said...
To follow your heart takes real guts. It doesn't mean things will always be smooth or easy, but at the end of the day you can look inside yourself and know you're being true to who you are. The neat thing about life is that who we are is always changing and evolving. And the lesson of being brave enough to change is such a great gift to your children.
- July 12, 2010 at 7:59 AM
- Austin said...
Very nice my friend
- July 12, 2010 at 8:25 AM
- Tina said...
Thanks for sharing your story and your struggles with us. Leaps of faith are all those things you described, but I think necessary for making our way through the world. Some uncertainty keeps us closer to God, asking Him to help us along the journey. If we were always sure of the outcome, faith wouldn't be necessary. And it is. As you say...smiles.
- July 12, 2010 at 8:27 AM
- Travel & Dive Girl said...
Thanks for sharing...
- July 12, 2010 at 8:27 AM
- Lorenzo said...
Very powerful, Brian. To keep taking leaps of faith even when your faith in leaps is floundering badly proves that you are more Phoenix than Icarus.
- July 12, 2010 at 8:38 AM
- Mrsupole said...
Has it been this long? Sometimes it has seemed shorter and other times longer, since you took that leap and yes you are right some of us have been with you throughout this journey and you have always made us feel like we were a part of it. I have said many prayers for you and your family and I will probably say many more but you are worth it. I think we have also felt a lot of the apprehension, joy, and sadness with you and I have to say that this has been a journey that I have always felt blessed and thankful that you have taken us along with you.
I have also been thankful for when you have seemed a lot happier having gone through some of the worse and I wanted to say that you always seem to come back stronger and I am so thankful for that. You have a great and wonderfully loving spirit that shines through with so much hope, happiness for life and we are blessed that you have shared so much of you with us. For this I would like to say, "Thank you".
God bless.
- July 12, 2010 at 8:39 AM
- Steven Anthony said...
Wow...did you know I grew up a PK? Then worked as an assistant Pastor in two seperate churches over a span of 13yrs, giving it up 2yrs ago after mums death, finding myself now, after ministry has been the hardest journey of my life...and it still continues on.
Thanx for sharing this one, it spoke to my soul.
- July 12, 2010 at 8:42 AM
- adeeyoyo said...
I believe our faith is tested throughout our lives in different ways in order to strengthen our relationship with God. Thank you for this post, Brian.
- July 12, 2010 at 9:08 AM
- drybottomgirl said...
I had to read this twice. I'm sure I'm missing something, pieces of the puzzle whatever...a leap of faith. That's just it, we are all so scaared to look into the unknown and loosen the grip that we have on the present. Your growth has been huge, it could be no other, when we freely give to God he does his will, and that's the rub, his not ours. Awesome post! Thanks for this glimpse and remember Proverbs 3: 5-6.
- July 12, 2010 at 9:35 AM
- Brian Miller said...
mrsu...you made me cry...smiles.
thanks for the love everyone...it is a journey...there are many times in the back side of this i wonder what is next...and i honestly dont know but it will come...thanks for walking along with me...
- July 12, 2010 at 9:55 AM
- Magpie said...
Brian, there is so much emotion here, its hard to take it all in. Your life's journey has been one of difficult choices well-made. Thank you for sharing so we can all learn something from your path.
- July 12, 2010 at 10:19 AM
- LadyFi said...
Life consists of leaps of faith, failures and successes. We don't all have your courage though.
- July 12, 2010 at 10:22 AM
- ModernMom said...
I enjoyed reading this post Brian! It really does give us an inside peek.
...sometimes it is really hard to follow your heart
- July 12, 2010 at 10:24 AM
- AmyLK said...
that is one huge leap of faith!
- July 12, 2010 at 10:26 AM
- Claudia said...
So touched by what you write!
We had our leaps of faith as well -and fell hard sometimes...and there are times I just can't understand what God is doing and there are days I just shout and would love to batter him if I would meet him on the street...but still...where else should I go...he has words of eternal life...
- July 12, 2010 at 10:51 AM
- Vicki Lane said...
Sometimes it's a long path to travel a short way properly. You seem to have found the path.
- July 12, 2010 at 10:56 AM
- Syd said...
A great share Brian. Taking chances and following our heart's desire takes a lot of courage. I am glad that you found your way back home.
- July 12, 2010 at 11:08 AM
- The Empress said...
I should have known, based on your writings, I should have known.
Thank you. That was so very real.
- July 12, 2010 at 11:20 AM
- JeffScape said...
Not sure if it's intentional, but your title adds quite a bit of irony and contradiction to the piece. Whether it is intentional or not, it adds a flair of brilliance (and always claim accidental brilliance as your own... so reveal nothing!).
Editing note... there's a rather disparaging error regarding dialog format... and one that can get a piece chucked into a trash can. Email me for the fix.
- July 12, 2010 at 11:26 AM
- Susan Deborah said...
As Empress remarked: "I should have known, I should have known."
It can be only you who employs a Greek analogy to talk about something unrelated to the remotest of it: Faith and Ministry. How happy I am to know this. My heart leaps and skips. Your testimony (if I can call it that) is a wonderful uplifting in the spirits for people like us.
Joy and courage always,
- July 12, 2010 at 11:36 AM
- Subby said...
That's one heck of a leap...
Still hard to get that image out of my mind, even after all these years...
Courage man!
- July 12, 2010 at 11:42 AM
- Nancy said...
Taking a leap of faith is one of the hardest things we are called on to do - and sometimes one of the best. I hope all is well with your decision.
- July 12, 2010 at 12:40 PM
- Me said...
Brian, you are the bravest man I (almost) know.
Thanks for this window into your world.
- July 12, 2010 at 12:43 PM
- buffalodick said...
I quit a good job, because I burned out doing it after for 35 years, in an economy that no longer needed people like me.. not to be needed is a rotten feeling..
- July 12, 2010 at 12:49 PM
- william said...
this was very moving brian, a great story thanks for sharing :)
- July 12, 2010 at 1:39 PM
- G-Man said...
I like you more and more everyday!
You My friend are very unique.
And creative.
And talented.
And caring...
Don't give in to those bastard...
(The evil bastards of DOUBT!!!!)
- July 12, 2010 at 1:49 PM
- PattiKen said...
With a heart as strong as yours, Brian, how could you not follow it? And with every new place it led you, you took another step toward becoming the you who has so much to share. thank you for sharing another part of yourself with us!
- July 12, 2010 at 2:26 PM
- Maggie said...
It's amazing where life can take us and all the obstacles we have to go through. Life is full of challenges and obstacles that may leave us feeling blue and hopeless at times.
After 18 years of living in the states I never once thought I would be living here in Mexico or becoming a teacher. I though I had fallen through a hole I would not come out off, but somehow I managed to get myself through it all and faith stood by me and here I am.
You are an amazing person Brian! Never forget that and keep on hoping.
- July 12, 2010 at 2:34 PM
- Luisa Doraz said...
A stury told by one who believes in himself. :) Have a fun week. :)
- July 12, 2010 at 2:38 PM
- Matty said...
When you follow a "calling", He has everything else worked out for you so it will work out for you. And guess what? It's working out.
God bless you friend.
- July 12, 2010 at 2:58 PM
- Fragrant Liar said...
Change is so often scary, and for good reason -- the unknown can be dangerous. But following your heart (or your calling) is so worth it. Why else are we even here otherwise?
I admire your guts to go for it. When what we try doesn't work, there's no shame in just doing something else. In fact, it's the way of things. It's how we learn and grow into the best person we can be.
- July 12, 2010 at 3:12 PM
- Hilary said...
Ah, yes.....leap of faith. It is a good thing...all good.
- July 12, 2010 at 3:36 PM
- heartspell said...
We just have to keep repairing and dusting off our wings... and enjoy our journey. Heartpsell
- July 12, 2010 at 3:41 PM
- blueviolet said...
I get the feeling there's still a lot yet to be written.
- July 12, 2010 at 5:26 PM
- finallygettingtoeven.com said...
Feeling the fear and then doing it anyway. Thank you for sharing your raw emotions with us all.
- July 12, 2010 at 5:33 PM
- Dianne said...
having only known you 8 months, I had no idea. That explains your intuitive connection with the human condition and with people on a personal level. a talent and a gift.
do you know how much you have to give??? I feel cheap and poor next to you!!!
keep writing, sensai.
- July 12, 2010 at 6:00 PM
- Emmanuel Ibok said...
I feel you on this one...Cheers Bro!
- July 12, 2010 at 6:19 PM
- Titanium said...
You shared a powerful measure of the chapters from your lifebook, today. The insight, the wisdom, the understanding all comes at a price. You've come a long ways, traveller, to the best place of all: home. Thanks for writing this, for giving a piece of that hard-earned wisdom...
- July 12, 2010 at 6:33 PM
- The Retired One said...
I admire your trying, so much. And for recognizing it wasn't for you...that may have been the best discovery of all.Because if you had not followed it, you would always wonder, always long for it and it would ruin your "now".
I took some strong turns in my career and ended up back where I left...luckily my employer wanted me back and asked me back in a similar but better role than before...and I ended up retiring from there about 6 years after returning...feeling like I had gone "full circle".
- July 12, 2010 at 6:34 PM
- Ocean Girl said...
His smile is a balm to my twisted stomach. I can feel it.
But were you really away from your family? I just couldn't imagine that.
- July 12, 2010 at 7:01 PM
- Eva Gallant said...
fascinating to learn so much about you. I haven't been following that long, but I so admire you're writing.
- July 12, 2010 at 7:52 PM
- Pastor Sharon said...
There is something so incredible that happens when we bear our souls and secrets to others. People get to see what can really happen if they would just hop out of the comfort zone, spread their wings and fly.
Brian, this is so amazing the way you shared your story here. I know about some of it already. However, seeing it again, written like this opens up a place inside of my own self, to prepare to soar again!
Thank you!
- July 12, 2010 at 8:33 PM
- ds said...
It's the willingness to make that leap that is the true source of strength. Thank you for sharing this. It cannot have been easy.
- July 12, 2010 at 9:46 PM
- The Urban Cowboy said...
This really resonates with some of the decisions I have made in my professional career, it's kinda strange.
- July 12, 2010 at 10:22 PM
- Cloudia said...
a privilege to walk a ways with you...
Aloha from Hawaii, friend :)
Comfort Spiral
- July 12, 2010 at 10:45 PM
- Baino said...
I admire your faith, really I do. I don't share it but if it gives you joy and even moreso if it gives you a vocation to help others in the way you do, it's admirable. Just quietly, I'd rather read a declaration of faith than a treatise on athiesm. Proving something does not exist I find depressing, belief that it might can be refreshing.
- July 12, 2010 at 11:04 PM
- Christina said...
Life is a journey. We grow a little from the leaps we make. Sitting, wondering, and dreaming about the road not taken will only leaves us questioning the unknown. Life is what we make of it. I look forward to hearing what is around the next bend for you.
- July 12, 2010 at 11:06 PM
- Bernie said...
Each post of yours I read I enjoy so much....this was a bit different and I loved its honesty....Hugs
- July 13, 2010 at 1:20 AM
- Pauline said...
From corporate to minister to? Besides writing splendidly, what is it you do for work?
It's phrases like this - "fingers steepled in contemplation" - that make your writing so fresh and fun to read
- July 13, 2010 at 3:24 AM
- Valerie said...
The various stages of your life have made you who you are. So many of us benefit from that.
- July 13, 2010 at 3:37 AM
- Birdie said...
Brian! some of your posts have touched me deeply and I would think about them days after I read them. This is one of these posts ... I find your story so beautiful and so very inspiring! I wish you that no matter what the twists and turns in your life, that you may always walk your path in honesty, love and peace and that you may always shine your Light the same way you already do. and thank you so much for sharing!
- July 13, 2010 at 3:58 AM
- Birdie said...
and I forgot to add that you do have an amazing wife who supported you when the call came ... very touching as well ...
- July 13, 2010 at 4:00 AM
- Lorraine said...
I don't know quite what to say...Life...you amaze me, but I don't know quite what to say
- July 13, 2010 at 4:20 AM
- Tony Single said...
Wow... what can I say that hasn't already been said by the fine folks above me? Wading out into uncharted waters is not an easy thing to do by any means. The fear of going under can be a strong thing...
- July 13, 2010 at 5:59 AM
- Fireblossom said...
Wow. To begin with, I love the title. It's perfect. And the repetition, with the changing responses, works so well. It's moving.
I doubt you need a 67th comment, but here it is anyway. Thanks for sharing this.
- July 13, 2010 at 6:16 AM
- Nessa said...
Very interesting. You are a very brave man. And very lucky to have a brave family.
- July 13, 2010 at 6:23 AM
- Grand Pooba said...
Dang, that takes balls. Excuse my expression but it's true. Not just anybody can do that, I know I couldn't!
- July 13, 2010 at 7:04 AM
- dustus said...
Great writing as usual, particularly enjoyed how you played off of the allusion in this one.
- July 13, 2010 at 7:28 AM
- mouse (aka kimy) said...
many times only by falling from grace does one find it.
best to ya
thanks for sharing.
- July 13, 2010 at 8:49 AM
- AngelMay said...
To follow your heart takes courage. The trick is knowing where it wants to take you. :)
- July 13, 2010 at 10:44 AM
- otin said...
You have to be happy with what you do in life. It is tough to balance what you love with what puts food on the table. I enjoy writing, but the odds of me supporting myself as a writer are a million to one. No one makes it big off of short stories and poetry, so I dig for a living!
- July 13, 2010 at 2:48 PM
- Unknown Mami said...
Sometimes you just have to do what you have to do.
- July 13, 2010 at 5:43 PM
- Cheryl said...
Absolutely nothing is worse than not following that inner pull. We get one life. A life spent working at what our hearts yearn for is more rewarding than anything imaginable.
- July 14, 2010 at 6:21 AM
- Meeko Fabulous said...
Thank you for sharing this. I sometimes wish I could write so openly. I think one of these days I'm going to have do one of the writing carnivals you participate in. :)
- July 14, 2010 at 9:20 AM
- Mighty M said...
I too am grateful you shared and gave us this look into your life....wow.
- July 14, 2010 at 3:41 PM
- Kat_RN said...
The verdict is in Brian, you won the challenge. Please email me.
- July 14, 2010 at 3:45 PM
- laurenmichelleotheim said...
I can completely relate to the uncertainty and how each step feels as if it can alter your life with such magnitude. Thank you for sharing.
- July 14, 2010 at 10:58 PM
- Goofball said...
I admire your faith in your decisions and the guts to make big changes when you belief in them. I'm not sure if I'd be able to leap into uncertainty...I'm not good in big changes anyway, only in slow evolution in my life.
Thanks for sharing. I wish you and your family all the best in your next steps!
- July 15, 2010 at 1:32 AM
- Okie said...
Great narrative. I love the cyclical nature of the writing and the conflicting changes of emotions. It really brings forth the feelings that come so often through life.
Thank you for sharing.
- July 15, 2010 at 3:01 PM
- The Muse said...
I feel you stepped out(ever so slightly) of your "norm" here...and it turned out quite nicely.
Grace is a glorious gift.
- July 17, 2010 at 8:08 AM
- Marla said...
You know Brian, I may have not followed you for very long, and I may not know your whole story, but there are a few things I know for sure.
You touch people's lives every single day with your writing because what you write comes from one of the sincerest, bravest hearts out there.
You have ministered to me in ways that would probably surprise you. One of your responses to me once kept me from doing a very foolish thing. That, my friend, is His love in action.
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Renew your face in 30 seconds! Effective, results-oriented grooming and more. The simplest and quickest way to improve your complexion and prepare for shaving. This unique formula with professional biological exfoliators (3% Glycolic, 1% Salicylic) and microbuffers is gentle and highly effective. Dissolves dead cells and organic build up that make skin look dull and lifeless to reveal a smooth and healthy looking complexion.
Thoroughly wet face and neck with lukewarm water. Apply a small amount (about 1 teaspoon) with hands to face and neck area. Massage in a light circular motion for 1-2 minutes. Avoid eye and mouth areas. Allow Scrub to sit on face for an additional 1-2 minutes if you desire additional exfoliation. Rinse well. Repeat 3-4 times a week.
Water (Aqua), Polyethylene, Polyacrylates-1 Crosspolymer, Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate, Glycolic Acid, Triethanolamine, Polysorbate 20, Diatomaceous Earth, Butylene Glycol, Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Ammonium, Decyl Glucoside, Salicylic Acid, Aloe Barbadensis, Allantoin, Peg-40 Castor Oil, Coco-Glucoside, Glyceryl Oleate, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Disodium Edta.
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I really like this brand. It really soften and clean my face. It's effective to me. Also, thanks to mankind.co.uk. for keeping this brand.
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I had great expectations of this, the reviews previously posted promised much.
However, I was disappointed with it overall - it performs okay but not better than any other scrub half the price - this is very expensive for what it is.
The smell, yes it DOES have one, is horrible! It's hard to describe, it's certainly not perfumed or a deliberate fragrance but it smells like an old musty room with a nice chemical thrown in.
I prefer Jack Black or Lab Series scrubs to this.
24 March 2015 by
I've tried a fair few face washes and this is by far the best. fresh, clean feeling even after a year of twice-daily use. 5 stars hands down.
25 January 2015 by
Nick K
I love this product! Although it is more expensive than some, it has really fine abrasives so you get a really good level of exfoliation without feeling like you've scratched half your face off! It lasts really well too!
One note, though: the Menscience products do have a warning to take additional care if you're going to be spending a long time in direct sunlight as your skin's sensitivity to the sun can increase after usage. Take heed - I got a touch of sun burn after ignoring their advice!
Great product though!
11 January 2014 by
Best facial scrub I've used - a little goes a long way. Microfine Face Scrub is perfect for using prior to shaving.
6 May 2013 by
One of the best Menscience products along with the Advanced face Lotion. Leaves face soft, clear and clean. Will be buying more.
6 March 2013 by
This scrub is fantastic. Scrub for 2-3 minutes and your skin will feel smooth like a new born baby's.
31 October 2012 by
Best product on the market
11 June 2012 by
Ian Kehoe
using this makes you feel at least 3 years younger, a bit too acidic compared to similar UK and european products, but it does the job PERFECTLY
9 September 2011 by
I've tried scrubs from many top brands and am extremely impressed with menscience. It thoroughly but gently exfoliates, both chemically (AHA/BHA) and mechanically, and leaves skin ultra smooth and bright. It also significantly improves shaving comfort. Its by far the best in my experience.
28 February 2011 by
I don't think I've ever been so impressed with a face scrub before. I'm a youngster and my skin is pretty supple, but no redness or drying out from the scrub. Beats high street brands by a country mile, however, I don't have any other premium brand to compare to. Then again, perhaps I don't need to compare it since it works so well for me!
28 February 2011 by
David Westwood
Got this with a face kit, and it's incredible. My girlfriend is even using it now.
I used it for the first time this morning in combination with the Peter Thomas Roth Facial wash and my skin is looking amazing. Slight problem is the bottle isn't that big given its price, but it works so I don't care about that much.
Just the best face scrub out there period.
I have tried many brands and up until now the best was my wife's face scrub. However this is a lot better than that and after letting my wife use it once she agreed.
28 February 2011 by
Adam Lord
This is fantastic. It leaves you skin look renewed and 100 times brighter after each use. Highly recommended.
28 February 2011 by
Really sorts out congested skin, trapped hairs, poor complexion. I use it before shaving as a prep. You can really feel it scrubbing your face clean, removing excess oils, and preparing your skin for shaving! I have normal to oily skin which is prone to redness. Therefore I scrub for about 30 seconds to avoid any irritation. Results are a nice close shave with NO ingrown hairs, and a nice buffed and bright complexion. Good stuff!
28 February 2011 by
Nick Panayotou
Brilliant, tremendous results (for me and her), good value, long lasting. Buy some and see for yourself.
28 February 2011 by
Tony Sweet
This is a great face scrub, its very thorough without being to harsh. I agree with some else on here, the clinique face scrub is excellent and gives a instant hit....but I feel this product is not so aggressive and offers more long term benefits. Yes the texture is thick, but that just means your not paying for a lot of water (like most scrubs). All in all I'm very happy with this scrub. Enjoy
28 February 2011 by
Barry Brooks
I use a few MenScience products but this is my favourite. Use it once and you can feel your skin get softer. I'm serious. It helped with pimples too.
28 February 2011 by
Dennis Grayson
But this is excellent. You can literally see afterwards the new refreshed skin. Superb.
Been using for couple of weeks with amazing results. Bumped into a friend at the weekend who I had not seen for a while, she was obviously surprised and said I looked at least ten years younger (I'm 42 so that went down really well!). I'm so impressed I've just ordered a load more stuff from the range
28 February 2011 by
Christopher Rowlands
This is unlike any other scrub I've tried, the particles are very small and it reminds me a little of bath salt scrubs in it's consistency. Using this after the Menscience Face Wash really does give instantly noticeable and beneficial results. The skin looks amazingly clear, toned and fresh. Excellent product.
28 February 2011 by
Julian Baldry
Having tried many different face scrubs - ranging from the cheapest to the most expensive - this delivers.It is incredibly good as both a physical and chemical facelift. My advice is to buy it - it will last a long time and is certainly worth the price as people will comment at how different you look.
28 February 2011 by
David Smith
Very substantive, but the ingredients (and the results) are impressive. You may want to let the product 'sit' for a few minutes to allow that AHAs to penetrate.
28 February 2011 by
Jonathan Waters
This is a great scrub with a very nice consistency. It definitely preps the skin well before shaving. Definitely recommended.
28 February 2011 by
Neil Mistry
Does what it says and more, this is the best scrub you will ever use.
28 February 2011 by
Gary Venn
An excellent scrub with good sized particles. When I first started using it I felt that it was a little drying but with continued use this has sorted itself out and my skin has never looked better! Definitely better than the Lab Series I was using and I will be buying again.
28 February 2011 by
Joshua Powell
This is a fantastic scrub that provides the perfect balance of scrub particles, it has no fragrance and leaves your face looking very clean.
28 February 2011 by
Cee No
I find this scrub way too thick and doesn't seem to scrub as well as the Clinique Face Scrub I was previously using.
1 November 2010 by
Andrew Forbes
Really disappointed with this. It's so thick you have to squeeze very hard to get the sludge like gel out. After a few uses I threw it to one side and now use a face scrub that costs just 5 pounds.
1 November 2010 by
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