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2008-08-16 13:56
I'm a fan of these kind of real-life-problems in the real world kind of movies. Good acting, a couple funny parts.
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2008-08-03 20:06
Interesting movie that brought up some good topics for discussion with my kids. It almost felt like the producers rode the fence between 'romantic comedy' and 'fairytale' genre. Consequently it slightly lacked as both.
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Journey to the Center of the Earth
2008-07-31 18:01
If I were rating it for me? 2. If I were rating it for Chloe? 4.5. So we'll just go with 3 and call it good. Your kid will enjoy it and that's what counts, right?
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16
Well, actually it is.
I’ve gotten quite a few new subscribers in recent weeks which is awesome but I’m starting to feel lost. So many awesome people I haven’t met yet! If I could, I’d slap a name tag on you to help me remember who you are. Hey, that’s not a bad idea!
Please take a minute to fill out your name tag (even if you’re a long-time subscriber) and let me know…
- YOUR NAME
- WHERE YOU LIVE
Any additional information about yourself that would help me get to know you better is definitely welcome but not required.
Go ahead, here’s your sharpie.
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Ok, let me show you how it’s done. I’ll start.
My name is Brad Ruggles.
I live in Indianapolis, Indiana.
What you need to know about me: I’m a church planter disguised as a graphic designer.
Chris Baker
Reading, PA - in 3 weeks - Colorado Springs, CO
About me: I am a single, 27 years old, guy who does graphic design, and is desiring to grow more in the area of design and in my faith.
My name is Julie Persinger.
I live in Nashville, TN.
What you need to know about me: I am a stay-at-home/homeschooling mom, married to Greg (who is a lighting designer/consultant) and we are members of Cross Point Community Church. In fact, I saw you there two weeks ago but felt lame just saying, “Hey, you’re Brad Ruggles!” In retrospect, I should have just done it.
juliepersingers last blog post..Move Over, Knitters
Hi there! This is only my second time to your blog so far.
My name is Rachel and I live in Dallas, Tx, but I’m from Maryland originally.
About me: I’m a full time mom and student.
R.L.Scovenss last blog post..Maybe God Was Missing Me…
My name is Alison Hunt.
I live in St. Augustine, FL (the nations oldest city)
What you need to know about me: I’m currently an admin assistant, and am trying to figure out how to leave my mark in the history books.
This is so cool! I’m already meeting new people!
@ChrisBaker - If I’m not mistaken this is your first comment on my blog. Nice to meet you! We’re both bloggers, both have Macs and are both Graphic Designers. Look how much we already have in common!
@JuliePersinger - Aww, you totally should have come up to me! I always love to meet fellow bloggers! And you go to Crosspoint so I already like that about you!
@R.L.Scovens - A second time visitor? So that means I didn’t scare you off after your first visit? Man, I’m losing my touch.
@Alison - I totally did not know that St. Augustine was the nation’s oldest city! Look at the things I learn through my blog!
Dale Best…Broken Arrow, OK (outside Tulsa)
Dale Bests last blog post..Prayer for the Week
“… Inigo Montoya - you killed my father - prepare to die”
Sorry, saw the “HELLO My Name Is” sticker on a tshirt with that on it and I had to do it.
RICK
CAYCE, SC
NEED TO KNOW: venti caramel macch, all you need to know
Kelli Brownlee
Northville, MI
Im the wife of a musician/graphic designer/sound engineer/MAC specialist; the mother of a toddler boy, and a worship leader/background vocalist/songwriter.
We’re hoping to move to the Nashville or California area in the next year.
Love your blog
Kelli Brownlees last blog post..Labor and Delivery
Tallahassee, FL
Family Pastor.
I think I’m responsible for a good 1/4 of your daily traffic…
@claytonbell
Clayton Bells last blog post..Ownership and opinions…
My name is Jason Salamun and I reside in Rapid City, SD where we’re planting a new church.
And Chris Baker- I met and married my bride in Colorado Springs. Beautiful.
jasons last blog post..Why I Blog
Hello… my name is Dave Carrol
I’m from Brantford Ontario Canada.
I’m a leader in a church plant in downtown brantford… I’m also a radio writer, speaker and a comedian.
I also have a huge over-sized novelty right ear. It’s quite breath-taking!
Dave Carrols last blog post..I spent my Father’s Day with Tiger Woods
pete kim
northern va (~40min W of DC)
married 8yrs, have a 4yr old daughter, currently awaiting referral to adopt — hopefully by summer’s end!
i’m a tek riterer for a vid.conf. company, volunteer w/ church as worship lead, multimedia dude and small grp lead.
transitionpetes last blog post..hack
@Dale - Hey, I know you!
@Rick - Ok, you just went up about 10 notches on my Cool Meter for quoting Princess Bride
@Kelli - I’ve seen you around here before too. Oh, if you have to pick, move to Nashvile…way cooler.
@ClaytonBell - So that’s where all that traffic has been coming from…
@JasonSalumun - You are the ONLY person I know in South Dakota. Don’t you feel special?
@DaveCarrol - A Canadian blogger, eh? Guess I won’t hold that against’ you.
@transitionpete - I have HUGE respect for anyone who adopts…hat’s off to you.
Leslie Brooke Sellers
Brunswick, GA
I’m a webstore manager who needs a part time job because business is S-L-O-W right now (Thank you economy!) and I also love to dabble in photography.
Jonathan Cliff
Lubbock, TX
@littlepastor
Jonathans last blog post..10 Years Is A Long Time
Hi, I’m Steve
Recent transplant to the the South from Phoenix… Day job: Creative Services Director at a church in Greenville, SC.
I will occasionally break out into a dance like I’m Emilio Estavez in The Breakfast Club, just to make people stare.
Steve Murphys last blog post..A new friend
Joel Klampert
Rhode ISland
married almost 11 years. 3 kids and a hot wife!
Worship leader/director, graphic designer, youth pastor
first comment…found your blog a few weeks ago.
klamperts last blog post..This one wrecked me
@littlepastor - I’ve always loved that name.
@SteveMurphy - I love sweet dance moves, especially if they’re Estaves moves.
@klampert - I gotta warn you, it starts out with just one comment. Next thing you know you’re addicted.
@Brad: the even more lame part was that I saw you multiple times that Sunday and had every opportunity to say something, LOL! ah well. you’ll just have to come back!
juliepersingers last blog post..Move Over, Knitters
Emily. Manizales, Colombia, but my heart’s in Mississippi with my Momma.
I’m a teacher in a Spanish speaking country and my Spanish is pretty terrible. There are no biscuits here.
Emilys last blog post..Ragamuffin Top Challenge 4
Aaron
Spring, TX (suburb of Houston)
About Me: Systems Product Manager, rookie blogger, father of 2 (3 on the way)
Aarons last blog post..A Loving Father
Abraham Lara
Grandview, WA
i’m an associate pastor in charge of small groups and media. i also work at a middle school as “para-professional” (basically a teacher’s aide). i like to run, but don’t do it that much, looking to change that this summer though. and i love to write, see my blog http://www.theacousticlife.com or my tweets http://twitter.com/abelara
i’ve been married for 9.5 years, have SIX daughters (the youngest of which are 3mo old twins). and i’m apple fan.
Jad
Nashville, TN (native at that)
What you need to know about me: I’m an attorney disguised as a person who actually has a soul.
BTW…in Nashville these stickers read: “Hey Ya’ll, I’m ___________”
Jads last blog post..Father’s Post
Tom Lister
Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada
About: Married 11.52 years and have 5 children. Work as a TV Broadcast Tech.
@Emily - Cool! I’ve got a blog reader in Columbia!
@Aaron - Systems Product Manager…that sounds like a job title from Office Space.
@Abraham - SIX Daughters?? Dang, that’s a whole lotta girls in a house with one guy! I’ll pray for you!
@Jad - Wait a minute, you have a soul?
@TomLister - 11.52 years…could you be a little more precise?
Trey Taylor
Daphne, AL (10 miles from Mobile)
I’ve got 1 little girl who is coming up on the big 2, and a pretty rad wifey. I’m a creative pastor, coffee addict, and a movie freak.
Jeff Purcell from Gardendale, AL.
We belong to Church of the Highlands where Chris Hodges is the Pastor. We have 5 kids.3 are married and we have 2 Grandsons. And I want to work in full-time ministry…..help!
nate watson
Toledo, OH
My house is for sale, I will be jobless in 4 weeks, and my wife and I and our 4 kids will be moving to KC, MO.
….but I do have a site on facebook: http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1021105513…and I go to Cross Point Community Church, and I found you through Pete’s blog, and…blah, blah, blah! (Came up for air!) So, now what questions to have you have for me? And…it this song’s not about me, then I’m mad. Oh well, there was a song about me: “I’m not Lisa, my name is Julie”….or Judy….or somethin’ like that! HEHEHEHEHEHE! Nice to meet you Brad!
Lisa
Coni Andress
Wilmington, NC
married to Special Ed since 1982.
3 daughters between us.
6 grandchildren between us.
member of the Rock of Wilmington
sing with the worship team
Jesus radically changed my life 27 years ago.
work as a hair stylist in the film industry.
Best job in the world
Coni Andresss last blog post..movie magic
Polly Hansen
Elliston, Virginia (about 5 minutes from Virginia Tech)
I am me. I have a Ph.D. in Health Care Administration, I am a 2nd year law student and I work full time in litigation law.
About to embrak on a new journey in life.
pollyhs last blog post..My sister rebuttals!
Milan Ford
Conyers, GA
ministry leader (and survivor).
lover of red vines.
Jeremy Davidson
Broken Arrow, OK
Media/Marketing Director for http://www.ArrowHeights.org.
CJ Mills
Roanoke, IN
If I could be any object, I would want to be a frisbee - I think it would be cool to cut through the air….
CJ Millss last blog post..Lazy Sunday - Today’s Sermon Slides
@treytaylor - Look at all we have in common. I used to be a Creative Pastor, I’m a coffee addict and a movie freak…although I haven’t used the word “rad” since 1989
@JeffPurcell - That’s a great church! It’s on my list of churches to visit soon.
@NateWatson - Oh man, I know where you’re at. I really do. Lisa and I will be praying for you guys.
@LisaSyler - Wow, you remind me of Hammy the squirrel from Over The Hedge!
@ConiAndress - You take the prize for coolest job! So tell me, who are some of the coolest celebrities you’ve met/styled?
@pollyh - And you probably win the “most educated” award!
@milanFord - Lover of red “vines” or “wines?”
@JeremyDavidson - Another marketing guy. Whoohoo!
@CJMills - *poof* Wish granted! You are now a frisbee.
Greg Qualls
Albuquerque NM
I’m a new father as of June 5th to a boy (Asa Jackson). I love Jesus, my wife, my son, and beer. I love other things…but those are the things I blog about the most.
Danny Eiler
Chattanooga, TN (actually, some town outside of it right off the state line, - Ringgold, GA)
I’m a full-time graphic designer on staff at a company .. but I’m about to make a move to become the YP at a new plant church in my town.
Matt Singley
Los Angeles, CA
I’m temporarily retired. I’m a recovering executive director for a couple of large churches, now I’m forging my way onto the front lines of the world to share the hope that lies within. Oh, and I’m a beach bum.
Amos Lanka,
Hood River, OR
AMOSLANKAs last blog post..Happy Fathers Day
Rick Elliott
Hillsboro, OR.
Married 17 years to the girl of my dreams, 3 kids, currently an at-home Dad trying to re-enter the workforce, involved in the Celebrate Recovery ministry at Our Place Christian Church.
givemejesuss last blog post..The Faith of aChild
Molly
(near) Louisville, KY
I am not even sure how I got you on my RSS but I LOVE the wallpapers!
I am in real estate marketing.
(and glad to be here!)
@GregQualls - my beer buddy! Actually, I’ve never had a beer with him but he’s tops on my list of guys I’d like to have a beer with…check out his blog at http://thebeerean.com
@DannyEiler - What is it about Youth Pastors who are also Graphic Designers?
@MattSingley - I wish I could be a beach bum but there aren’t many beaches in Indiana.
@AmosLanko - Welcome!
@givemejesus - An at-home dad…hat’s off to you!
@Molly - Glad you love the wallpapers! Enjoy them now before the price goes up to $9.99 (just kidding)
Terrace Crawford
Norfolk | Va Beach, VA
Little about me: I’m a minister of students, itinerant speaker, avid-blogger, event planner and amateur graphic designer.
Terrace Crawfords last blog post..Heart Monitor
Hi Brad,
I’m Becca Clark, and I live just outside Albany NY, where I serve as a pastor in a smallish United Methodist Church. I’m very new to your blog, but enjoying it!
Becca Clarks last blog post..Hot off the Press
I’m Nicole Gallagher from San Diego CA
Need to know: Housewife and Mama, tea merchant and connoisseur. I like to eat really good green apples.
Brent (inWorship)
Medford, Oregon
I like chesses, long walks on the beach and a fresh haircut…
brent(inWorship)s last blog post..I’ve Got A Hot Date
Hey! I’m Bronnie
Auckland, New Zealand.
I love books, wine, travel & anything that ensures a good time!
Finishing my 3rd year of my accounting degree then off to England!
@Terrace - 10 points for using the word “itinerant” in a sentence.
@Nikki - Tea Merchant and Connoisseur? Sounds mysterious! Got any good tea recommendations for me?
@inWorship - I’m not sure whether you meant to say “I like cheese” or “I like chess“. Either way, you’re cool by me…I like cheese and chess.
@Bronnie - Sweet I have a kiwi subscriber! One of my good friends lives in New Zealand. Wanna know something? I sometimes secretly wish I had a kiwi accent.
Hey there Brad!
My name is Scott Mocha, and I currently live in Tulsa, Ok.
What’s to know about me? I was once a professional nightclub DJ, remixer and producer of dance music. A lot has happened since then, but not many people know that was my life before Christ. Now, I am preparing to move overseas to work in the ministry full-time in the heart of Paris. That should be a TRIP!
ScottMochas last blog post..Andrew and Alyse
Hey Brad,
Crazy, I did the same sort of post this weekend on my blog, too!
Name: Fred McKinnon
Location: St. Simons Island, Georgia
Worship Director for St. Simons Community Church
Founder of: TheWorshipCommunity.Com
For the Kingdom,
fred
Fred McKinnons last blog post..Father’s Day
What’s up Brad!
Ryan Guard
moving to Santa Ana this week to be a high school pastor at Calvary Church of Santa Ana!
ryan guards last blog post..bella
Brook Sarver
rural Wabash, Indiana
Director of Children’s Ministry disguised as a musician, photographer, husband, tech geek, tinkerer…
Moving to Thailand in a year-year and a half…
Brooks last blog post..meet me…the lazy photographer
What’s up, Brad!
Bill Powers last blog post..Happy Father’s Day
Oops. Let’s try this again.
Bill Power
Nashville, TN
General Manager of Zambooie.com.
Fan of Brad’s wallpapers.
Bill Powers last blog post..Happy Father’s Day
Adam Owens
Pottstown, PA
2 kids Madi is 3 and Gavin just turned 2 (6/14)
Oh and I enjoy a good cup of coffee
Adams last blog post..Father’s Day…
Kelly Gubser
Muscatine, Iowa
I can’t get the Eminem song out of my head now…
“Hi, my name is…Hi, my name is…Hi, my name is Slim Shady”
Thanks for that……
CJ Millss last blog post..Quick Asher Update - Coming Home?
Jay Sellers
Brunswick, GA
Nobody Famous
Jay Sellerss last blog post..How was your day?
Patty from Portland, OR.
Married 12 years, office manager/legal assistant. My husband works in video productions and computer consulting (primarily Mac’s - really the only true computer!) He’s the super creative type, while I’m the neat freak.
Love your blog and the honesty in which you write.
WHO: Brandee Howell… the oldest of three girls who constantly strives to be the woman my father raised me to be.
WHERE: a little blue house on 1.75 acres in Chesaning, Michigan… smack-dab in the middle of corn fields!
10 FACTS:
1. I have worked in the real estate industry for over eight years.
2. I have two cats that measure in at a combined weight of 51 pounds (they’re not fat, just big boned).
3. I am terrified of latex balloons.
4. I love coffee and espresso.
5. I actually had a rouge hot air balloon land in my front yard. I was convinced the mother-ship was here to get me, considering my dislike for balloons.
5. I live for cheese - whether you eat it or laugh at it.
7. I own all nine seasons of Little House on the Prairie on DVD.
8. I am convinced I truly have the best friends in the world.
9. I make awesome cheesecakes.
10. I attend the Owosso Free Methodist Church where I’ve met some of the coolest people in Shiawassee County.
@ScottMocha - Wow, you’re so famous they named a Coffee flavor after you!
@FredMcKinnon - Great minds think alike.
@RyanGuard - What’s up with you? Youth Pastors are tops in my book
@BrookSarver - Wow, master of disguise! Trip to Thailand sounds exciting…can’t wait to read your blog when you’re there.
@iAmBillPower - I’m glad you’re a fan of my wallpapers. I’m a fan of Zambooie.com. So when do I start getting some swag?
@AdamAndKaren - With two kids under 3, you’ll NEED a good cup of coffee
@KellyGubser - Well said.
@CJMills - Leave it to someone like you to see a name tag and think of an Eminem song
@JaySellers - I’ve heard of you…so you must be famous!
@PattyLundy - Thank you. I love that you live in Portland, OR. That’s such a cool city.
@Brandee - I’ve known you, what, 10 years? And I didn’t know HALF of those things about you!
Adrian
Ft. Wayne, IN
Stephanie
Jefferson, GA
Pete Wilson
Nashville, TN
You need to know: I have a man crush on Brad!
Pete Wilsons last blog post..Continue The Conversation (SYNC-Part 3)
Crystal Renaud
Shawnee, KS
Crystal Renauds last blog post..i went to prom with a girl…
Fairfield, Texas
@Adrian, Stephanie, Crystal, Leah - Dang, a little long-winded there!
@PWilson - Back at ya man! But I don’t care what you say, I’m still not going to lay out under the stars with you!
@Pete - you need to be careful making “mancrush” comments after the comment Brad linked above….yikes….haha
CJ Millss last blog post..Quick Asher Update - Coming Home?
Hi! Darla Frantz
Mount Joy Pennslyvania
A wife to an awesome musician, and my best friend.
We share ministry with Outreach to our unchurched community, as well as our church community.
My Hubs
darlas last blog post..The Biggest Lie
dang! I don’t know why that submitted..I am not done! hahaha
My Hubs plays in a band seperately from praise and worship in our church.
I am acttive with womens ministries, lead bible studie…but mostly justa wife and mother. (three kids that are a great gift from GOD)
okay now I am done. loving your blog!
darlas last blog post..The Biggest Lie
Nick Carnes
Evans, GA
(Community outside of Augusta GA, home of the Masters Golf Tournament)
I am 27 years old, I have a beautiful and wonderful wife (Nicki), 2 sons (Gavin & Tristan), and a daughter on the way (Hailey). I have spent most of my ministry career in student ministry, but am currently serving at a church plant and working an outside job to pay the bills. I am a Purpose Driven Youth Ministry state mentor for Georgia. I love Jesus and want to make his name famous wherever I go.
DEb Surdyke
I am 46, married, one 15 year old girl, one 18 year old bonus-son…
I’d like to have a cheesecake makin’ showdown w/you!!
DEbs last blog post..TEXT YOURSELF THIN
Oops…sorry, I forgot
Nashville, TN (Pastor Pete’s church)
DEbs last blog post..TEXT YOURSELF THIN
Lízia Oliveira,
Natal, Brazil,22 years, engaged and preparing to move out to Boston MA to marry the most wonderful man ever! =D
Lizias last blog post..O Firefox 3 foi lançado! | Firefox 3 Download day
Judith Thomas
Denver, Colorado
JudiFrees last blog post..Don’t Post in Haste
Jenni Catron
Nashville, TN
Jenni Catrons last blog post..Let Me Be Your Hero
Melanie Blystra-Patience
Bosque Farms, New Mexico(about 25 miles south of Albuquerque)
You posted a comment on my page a few days ago about the wedding announcements that I made….Thank you! I started making cards as a stress release when my dad was sick with cancer. I am married and have 3 children. The kids like to make cards with me.
spatulahandles last blog post..Kids Are Quick
Tyler Braun
Portland, OR
Tylers last blog post..Rob Bell: Differing Views
Sherma
Philippines
I am my boyfriend’s girl!
brainteasers last blog post..Accessories: Life Lesson in Fashion
Mandy Conforth
Granger Indiana
I used to live in Cottage Grove OR, but moved to Indiana 2 years ago. I attend Granger Community Church w/ my hubs & 3 daughters ages almost 9, 5 & 2.5. And at the risk of being ridiculed…..I LOVE any music by Prince.
Mandys last blog post..An old friend
Russell Hawkins
Clinton, Michigan (just outside Ann Arbor)
Mud Puppys last blog post..Muscle Cars
Brian Brown
Dallas, GA
Brians last blog post..I just have one thing…
Brian Alexander
Nashville, TN
One of the hundreds of Cross Point Bloggers
5th Streets last blog post..I might Fall!!!
Bill Asher
St. Louis, Missouri
Andy Vaught
Huntington, IN
What you need to know about me: I’m a middle school youth director at the church CJ & Andrea attend. I stumbled upon your blog after seeing your interactions with with CJ @ his site. I also graduated from college with Brook Sarver.
This “hello my name is” series is one of your many great ideas. Keep the good stuff comin, Brad.
Hey, My name is Travis Hogle and I am from Fort Wayne, Indiana. I am married to Cindy and have three children. Danielle, Kaleb, and Mikayla.
Lisa Reid
Suburb of Austin, TX
I go to Gateway Church (not affiliated with the one in Dallas), where I was one of the 30 or so people present prior to the launch 10 years ago.
First visit to your blog — I read a comment on BooMama’s blog by someone who was praising your blog layout and style, saying it fit your personality perfectly. So of course I had to come check it out! I think I like it, so you haven’t managed to scare me off juuuust yet…
Lisas last blog post..It’s Like Kindergarten, Only More So
Jon Sampson
Pasadena, CA
Jons last blog post..Get a free headset for your cell phone
I live in Cochabamba, Bolivia (South America). My husband and I have been missionaries since 2001.
You left a comment on my blogger blog a while back. I have been waiting to leave this info until today because I was in the process of upgrading.
Your site is awesome!
Hey Brad…
John Darnell
Jacksonville, FL
I started visiting just before you began your relocation trip… Saw that you were headed to our neck of the woods.
Enjoyed the tune you sent me…
I serve on staff with a multi-site ministry based in Jville. I have a lovely bride, Stacy, and two kids. I love LOST and recently started working out again.
How’s that for info??
John Darnells last blog post..Vatican takes stand against new Dan Brown movie…
Who: Nate Scott
Where: Ashburn, VA
What: Working to be debt free
Everything else: natedavidscott.com
Twitter: natedavidscott
My name is Adam Garland, I live in Fort Wayne, IN. I’m a passionate individual living by the spirit looking for beauty in a broken world.
Adam Garlands last blog post..
Hi, my name is Nikki Sebren and I live in Grayson, GA. I am a mother to two wonderful children, I am married to a youth pastor for 10.5 years whom I love dearly, and I am a pediatric hematology/oncology nurse at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. I love Jesus Christ with all my heart and soul :)!!
Nikkis last blog post..Dance Party #6 - Kung Fu Fighting
Lallee from Florida
I started reading your blog (delightul!) last week via BooMama. I’m an empty nester, mother of three grown boys about your age, and I enjoy teaching womens Bible study…and blogging.
Lallees last blog post..Kitty Gone Bad