One of the guys in our Men's Small Group Bible Study just moved here from San Antonio two months ago. He's been warming up to Houston. What he likes most about it is the amount of places we can go to eat. Houston never lacks in that department. He's always asking us to find different restaurants that he hasn't been, so we can have our study there. His prompting has also beckoned me to do the same around my office during the work week. I have my "usuals", but occassionally - time permitting - I will break out and find something different.
Long story short - I happen upon this great place called Camille's Sidewalk Cafe while doing some mid-day banking. They have awesome, spicy wraps. I also love their Apple Walnut Tuna sandwhich. I imagined it to be my great little, small, "Ma and Pop" place that I can support.
I schedule a lunch with a few of my buds yesterday and to give them directions I type in the shop's name under Google Maps. There are 4 in Houston alone!! Ugh, shattered dreams!!
I come to find out that this is some big chain across the US and even more shops internationally.
http://www.camillescafe.com/index.cfm?id=3
If it wasn't for the great menu, and even better Tropical Tea, I would never go back...
Seriously. You should try it!
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
Tuesday, November 04, 2008
"Seriously"
The other day I was listening to a Podcast from one of my favorite pastors, Perry Noble. This guy is my hero!! The manliest, funniest, straight-forward pastor I've ever heard. He was speaking about the relationships between men and women; which is part of his "Beautiful" series. The focus of his message was from Proverbs 31:10 and how this verse pertains to women in the church. There was a little tidbit about single guys as well - pretty dern funny.
During his talks, one of his comments hit me funny. I never thought that the point he made was such a big issue for me, but it turned my thinking. It's not so much what I want, but what I don't want in my relationships - with a potential mate or friendships.
The most interesting point, to me, came just before the 22:00min. mark on the Podcast. For those that are interested in this, tune into New Spring Church in Anderson, SC for the talk given on October 26th, 2008.
Note: the website is in repair, so I can't forward the link at this time. Check out iTunes: Search: New Spring Church.
During his talks, one of his comments hit me funny. I never thought that the point he made was such a big issue for me, but it turned my thinking. It's not so much what I want, but what I don't want in my relationships - with a potential mate or friendships.
The most interesting point, to me, came just before the 22:00min. mark on the Podcast. For those that are interested in this, tune into New Spring Church in Anderson, SC for the talk given on October 26th, 2008.
Note: the website is in repair, so I can't forward the link at this time. Check out iTunes: Search: New Spring Church.
Monday, October 27, 2008
"BO" can be very offensive!
I'll be honest, I have been on the fence for a while now about who I will vote for. I have issues with both sides. Really, I don't like either candidate. So, it now becomes a matter of the "lesser of two evils", if you will.
That was until I read this article:
http://www.thepublicdiscourse.com/viewarticle.php?selectedarticle=2008.10.14_George_Robert_Obama's%20Abortion%20Extremism_.xml
When it comes to moral issues, there is no gray. I never knew the full extent of how completely disgusting having "BO" in office could be. I'm voting McCain!
That was until I read this article:
http://www.thepublicdiscourse.com/viewarticle.php?selectedarticle=2008.10.14_George_Robert_Obama's%20Abortion%20Extremism_.xml
When it comes to moral issues, there is no gray. I never knew the full extent of how completely disgusting having "BO" in office could be. I'm voting McCain!
Monday, October 20, 2008
Come fly the "friendly" skies...
Someone at work asked an intriguing question today.
"If you were to get on a plane today and the captain was to announce that there was a 99.9% chance that the plane would not land safely, would you stay on the plane?"
We went further to discuss what percentage people would be comfortable with. The votes didn't drop below 80%.
What percentage would you be willing to risk?
"If you were to get on a plane today and the captain was to announce that there was a 99.9% chance that the plane would not land safely, would you stay on the plane?"
We went further to discuss what percentage people would be comfortable with. The votes didn't drop below 80%.
What percentage would you be willing to risk?
Wednesday, October 08, 2008
Happy Tube Top Day
I got an e-card today wishing me a Happy Tube Top Day. Apparently October 8th celebrates this shoulderless, sleeveless, unpleasant, accidental fashion statement that has not died since its conception in the late 1970's.
I think Reel Big Fish shares my sentiments all too well in their song, "Ban the Tube Top".
Miss Kitty must have gotten paid BIG to sport this dishrag...
Thursday, October 02, 2008
You CANNOT be serious...
I got an email from a co-worker about plastics and 'greening' our earth. While reading the article I found a link that drew my attention, and from there I was taken to a chinzy (sp?) forum where I saw a link about "Christian Dating Advice". I thought, "this will be good", especially because it came from a group of Baptists. (Do you sense the sarcasm?)
Check this out. I was ROTF when I was done reading this. Hope you aren't too scarred while reading it...just a warning.
http://www.landoverbaptist.org/
If you have grown up in a Christian home that believes in the Holy Bible, then most certainly, you have limited yourself to chaperoned dating until the age of 21. If you are truly saved, it is not until your 21st birthday, that the thought of dating someone without adult supervision would even enter your mind.
These tips are for Christian men, age 21 or older. If you are truly saved, you are looking for a woman who will serve you and who loves the Lord as much as you do. You are looking for a woman who has kept herself pure for her future husband and for the Lord Jesus Christ. You are looking for a woman who knows how to cook and sew, a woman who can keep house. You are looking for a woman who will not squander your income or lean toward gossip. You are looking for a woman who will submit and obey, for there is no other way for a marriage to honor God without following the strict Biblical principles that God has laid out for us in the Bible.
If you have found such a creature and she is not bobbed of hair, nor wont for excess in make-up or lewd attire, then you must prepare yourself for a first date. Here are a few tips to get you prepared for your first date.
GODLY SECRETS TO DATING SUCCESS
1. COMB YOUR HAIR
Head lice are very common among Christian men, especially Pentecostals. Although it is a normal and natural blessing from God to have head lice, you should certainly wash your hair before your date if only for the reason to avoid the temptation of putting your arm around the young lady while lifting to scratch your head.
2. PRAY
Spend the day before your date with at least 6-hours of solitary prayer in a prayer-closet or a confined area. Ask the Lord to guide your words and actions. Ask Jesus to help you control your lust and pray that you will have a nightly emission before the date, thus making it easier for your carnal mind to operate on a level that is strictly spiritual. Do not masturbate in your prayer-closet unless you are thinking about Jesus. Click here for more detailed spiritual guidance on masturbation.
3. PURCHASE A RING
Visit a jewelry store and purchase a diamond ring. For the Christian man, every date is a potential mate. If she is the right gal, you will want to pop the question as soon as possible. It is always handy to have the engagement ring available.
4. RECITE VERSES
When you are on the date, use awkward moments of silence to quote scripture, or sing a favorite hymn. All women are impressed with such things. If she is not woo'd by this, it is a sign that she might be possessed by a demon. Take her to your church and drop her off by the back gate with a note to the pastor taped to her forehead. Be sure to secure her to a tree or post using chains or rope so that she won't get away during the night.
5. SPRUCE UP!
Wear Christian cologne. The only Christian cologne available is "Betty Bowers' The Essence Of Christian Men." If you do not have any Christian cologne, rub your face in a Bible until you smell like the pages.
6. TAKE HER TO VISIT GOD
The best place for a first date is church. Oh, how impressed your sweetheart will be when she finds out you are taking her to Sunday evening services! Then, a romantic dinner at Denny's!
7. GRILL HER FAITH
Use the time at the restaurant to find out if your sweetheart is really saved. Question her salvation at least 15 times. Make sure she knows the exact day and hour (and preferably the exact minute) she met Jesus.
8. KEEP THE PASSION SUPPRESSED
If the bandage work on your penis fails in the slightest bit, excuse yourself for the men's room and re-adjust the harnessing.
9. PRACTICE YOUR LINES
Some Christian phrases that will help you "woo" the lesser sex are, "I'm almost as crazy about you as I am about Jesus," "Your long hair is the glory of your humility (I Corinthians 11: 11-15)," and "God broke the mold when he made your sweet face."
10. SQUELCH YOUR PASSION
If you have not had a nightly emission before your date, make certain that you take extra precaution. Use an ace bandage or knitting yarn to tie your penis back against your stomach or underneath your hiney. If you tuck instead of tie, make sure that the tip of your penis does not curl back far enough to enter the hole in your hiney where you go poopy out of - otherwise you might accidentally sodomize yourself and inadvertently become a homosexual.
11. AVOID TOUCHING!
Make certain that there is no personal contact (PC) on this first date. Even if she has said "yes" to marriage, it is highly recommended that you refrain from even holding hands for at least two years until the courtship is over and you are whisked away on your honeymoon!
Follow these dating tips for Christian men and you are sure to find a life partner that is suitable, submissive, and steadfast.
Check this out. I was ROTF when I was done reading this. Hope you aren't too scarred while reading it...just a warning.
http://www.landoverbaptist.org/
If you have grown up in a Christian home that believes in the Holy Bible, then most certainly, you have limited yourself to chaperoned dating until the age of 21. If you are truly saved, it is not until your 21st birthday, that the thought of dating someone without adult supervision would even enter your mind.
These tips are for Christian men, age 21 or older. If you are truly saved, you are looking for a woman who will serve you and who loves the Lord as much as you do. You are looking for a woman who has kept herself pure for her future husband and for the Lord Jesus Christ. You are looking for a woman who knows how to cook and sew, a woman who can keep house. You are looking for a woman who will not squander your income or lean toward gossip. You are looking for a woman who will submit and obey, for there is no other way for a marriage to honor God without following the strict Biblical principles that God has laid out for us in the Bible.
If you have found such a creature and she is not bobbed of hair, nor wont for excess in make-up or lewd attire, then you must prepare yourself for a first date. Here are a few tips to get you prepared for your first date.
GODLY SECRETS TO DATING SUCCESS
1. COMB YOUR HAIR
Head lice are very common among Christian men, especially Pentecostals. Although it is a normal and natural blessing from God to have head lice, you should certainly wash your hair before your date if only for the reason to avoid the temptation of putting your arm around the young lady while lifting to scratch your head.
2. PRAY
Spend the day before your date with at least 6-hours of solitary prayer in a prayer-closet or a confined area. Ask the Lord to guide your words and actions. Ask Jesus to help you control your lust and pray that you will have a nightly emission before the date, thus making it easier for your carnal mind to operate on a level that is strictly spiritual. Do not masturbate in your prayer-closet unless you are thinking about Jesus. Click here for more detailed spiritual guidance on masturbation.
3. PURCHASE A RING
Visit a jewelry store and purchase a diamond ring. For the Christian man, every date is a potential mate. If she is the right gal, you will want to pop the question as soon as possible. It is always handy to have the engagement ring available.
4. RECITE VERSES
When you are on the date, use awkward moments of silence to quote scripture, or sing a favorite hymn. All women are impressed with such things. If she is not woo'd by this, it is a sign that she might be possessed by a demon. Take her to your church and drop her off by the back gate with a note to the pastor taped to her forehead. Be sure to secure her to a tree or post using chains or rope so that she won't get away during the night.
5. SPRUCE UP!
Wear Christian cologne. The only Christian cologne available is "Betty Bowers' The Essence Of Christian Men." If you do not have any Christian cologne, rub your face in a Bible until you smell like the pages.
6. TAKE HER TO VISIT GOD
The best place for a first date is church. Oh, how impressed your sweetheart will be when she finds out you are taking her to Sunday evening services! Then, a romantic dinner at Denny's!
7. GRILL HER FAITH
Use the time at the restaurant to find out if your sweetheart is really saved. Question her salvation at least 15 times. Make sure she knows the exact day and hour (and preferably the exact minute) she met Jesus.
8. KEEP THE PASSION SUPPRESSED
If the bandage work on your penis fails in the slightest bit, excuse yourself for the men's room and re-adjust the harnessing.
9. PRACTICE YOUR LINES
Some Christian phrases that will help you "woo" the lesser sex are, "I'm almost as crazy about you as I am about Jesus," "Your long hair is the glory of your humility (I Corinthians 11: 11-15)," and "God broke the mold when he made your sweet face."
10. SQUELCH YOUR PASSION
If you have not had a nightly emission before your date, make certain that you take extra precaution. Use an ace bandage or knitting yarn to tie your penis back against your stomach or underneath your hiney. If you tuck instead of tie, make sure that the tip of your penis does not curl back far enough to enter the hole in your hiney where you go poopy out of - otherwise you might accidentally sodomize yourself and inadvertently become a homosexual.
11. AVOID TOUCHING!
Make certain that there is no personal contact (PC) on this first date. Even if she has said "yes" to marriage, it is highly recommended that you refrain from even holding hands for at least two years until the courtship is over and you are whisked away on your honeymoon!
Follow these dating tips for Christian men and you are sure to find a life partner that is suitable, submissive, and steadfast.
Tuesday, September 02, 2008
The art of attraction...
The other night the topic of pick up lines came up. Of course the usual came out:
*Did it hurt? When you fell from heaven?
*(checking the tag on the other persons' shirt) Just wanted to see where in heaven you were made.
*How you doin'?
Then we blanked. No one could come up with another line. Seriously, is that all the better we can get? Have we lost complete track of the art of "picking someone up"?
If anyone's got some lines - would LOVE to hear them.
*Did it hurt? When you fell from heaven?
*(checking the tag on the other persons' shirt) Just wanted to see where in heaven you were made.
*How you doin'?
Then we blanked. No one could come up with another line. Seriously, is that all the better we can get? Have we lost complete track of the art of "picking someone up"?
If anyone's got some lines - would LOVE to hear them.
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