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Archive for May, 2009

Posted on May 14, 2009

New Trend: Decorate Your Baby Bump

New Trend: Decorate Your Baby Bump

Our friend and new neighbor across the street is just a couple of weeks away from her due date for a little baby boy. We’ve been out with them where complete strangers comment on her belly and act all giddy with excitement. But a new trend is popping up (pun intended) that may be something to consider…

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Posted on May 12, 2009

Sex, Lies and Photoshop

Sex, Lies and Photoshop

I’ve been working in Photoshop since version 3.0. Photoshop (and design in general) has come a long way. With each new version there are features available to help make my job easier and make the finished product look better. But there is one part of my industry that I’m ashamed of…

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Posted on May 11, 2009

The Power of a Good Story

The Power of a Good Story

Stories are an integral part of the human experience. We pay good money to sit in a theater full of people and watch a story unfold on the big screen. We turn on our televisions at night to hear about the new stories happening around the world…

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Posted on May 8, 2009

Awkward Family Photos

Awkward Family Photos

Just about all of us have at some point gotten together with our family when someone suggested that it’s time for a family photograph. Most of the time they become precious memories that are framed and hung on the wall. Sometimes, it’s just awkward. These are a few of the awkward ones…

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Posted on May 7, 2009

Get Up…Again

Get Up…Again

I’ve been fighting a battle with some health issues that have totally kicked my butt. More frustrating than the health issues are the short reprieves where I think I’ve finally turned the corner only to suffer another setback. These ups and downs will really mess with you…

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Posted on May 5, 2009

Private Pain Before Public Gain

Private Pain Before Public Gain

Before God blesses your ministry publicly, he’ll often allow you to suffer with integrity privately. Personal pain often precedes pubic gain. A.W. Tozer said, “It is doubtful that God can bless a man greatly until…

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Posted on May 4, 2009

I Think I’m Part Cockroach

I Think I’m Part Cockroach

Bloggers are known for their authenticity, for letting people peek in on their everyday lives. But let’s face it, even bloggers have a few things they like to keep in the closet. Cockroaches like to hang out in the dark. It’s safer there. No one can see you…

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