New Blog Address

In an effort to centralize all of my online life (like that’s really possible) I’m moving this blog to http://mtwhite.net/blog. Please update your readers and blog aggregators.

Happy 2010!

Internet Safety Tips from Digitial Inspiration

Great blog post about keeping kids safe from the uglier side of the internet, including tips anyone can implement. Take a minute or two and read, it’s worth the time.

Where You Go I’ll Go

Taking Off the Orange Robe

Too funny not to link to this …click on the picture to read the whole [clean] story. 

Michael Scott Karpovich Quote

The master in the art of living draws no sharp distinction between his labor and his leisure, his mind and his body, his work and his play, his education and his recreation. He hardly knows which. He simply pursues his vision of excellence through whatever he is doing and leaves others to determine whether he is working or playing. To himself, he is always doing both.” –Michael Scott Karpovich

A Great Post on Justice and Oppression

I could not say it better than my friend Mike Gold did in his latest post. I think we all echo those last words…

The Noticer – Andy Andrews

I’ve just finished reading “The Noticer” by Andy Andrews (Thomas Nelson, 2009) and I am finding words almost inadequate to describe this book. I read where Nancy Lopez (LPGA Hall of Fame golfer) had said “This is the best book I have ever read in my life”. I’m not much for hyperbole, but I believe she just might be right. I read quite a few books in a year’s time and I am completely ready for the fact that this will be the best one I read for MANY years to come.

The story revolves around “Jones”, an elusive character who shows up in people’s lives just at the point when he is needed the most. The narrative takes place in the coastal town of Orange Beach, AL where Jones tackles the big picture questions of life. His mantra of “all you need is a little perspective” is just the nudge his somewhat confused friends need. He seems to fade away between sightings, then appears with his worn suitcase to aid couples, youths and the elderly. His advice is simple yet powerful.

Mr. Andrews conveys a feeling that is hard to describe but very comforting at the same time. I found myself reading slower than normal for two reasons. I did not want the book to end and I wanted to wring every bit of wisdom and nuance from the situations in which the characters found themselves. Join me in making a promise to find and read every book by this wonderful author.

Garden of the Gods – Colorado Springs

This past week while in Colorado Springs for MinistryTECH I had the opportunity to visit the Garden of the Gods National Park.  With über-mover & shaker Mark Newton, Willow Creek’s Mike Gold and my newest friend, Ben Jordan we headed out after a long day of talking ministry. We arrived about an hour before the sun began setting which only added to the beauty of the rock formations. Take a look at the flickr feed and judge for yourself. If you ever get the chance to visit I’m sure you would be as amazed at the breath-taking beauty as we were.

The Brain

“The brain is a wonderful organ. It starts the moment you get up and doesn’t stop until you get into the office.” ~ Robert Frost

What’s Age Got To Do With It? – Book Review

Although nowhere near the type of book I usually read or review, Robin McGraw’s “What’s Age Got To Do With It?” has it’s place among the self help releases.  This offering does bring together experiences and advice, but I couldn’t help but feel a little deja’ vu while reading it. Most of the subject matter has been done before, with the possible exception of the still new subject of hormone replacement which she endorses, and it’s ground well covered. We all believe that at certain times it’s best to put yourself first and to work on your health, wellness and lifestyle. 

The writing is conversational and friendly, which gives the book the feel of advice from someone who wants to help, but without being overbearing. Topics covered are everything from makeup tips to health screening and focus, not surprisingly, on the fairer sex. Mrs. McGraw’s recomendations for putting yourself first are I’m sure welcomed by the women who spend much too much time on their kids, husbands and careers. I personally wish the last chapter on faith had been a little longer. This subject has more to do with overall well being than some of the areas covered earlier in the book.  

All in all What’s Age Got To Do With It is an enjoyable read and could entice some women to make even sutble changes to their lifestyles in order to live a happier and healthy life.