Monday Brief: I'm Too Old for This Edition

Highlight of the week: Borrowing from Sharon's blog post of the same name, I celebrate and lament my weekend in Hillsdale. It was fantastic on many levels. The Snuggie made a point to come for the weekend as well, and we celebrated by draping ourselves on statues of famous lovers of liberty and taking photos. There were also Law and Order: SVU marathons while the campus was locked inside the gymnasium distributing fake diplomas. Said marathon included mimosas, wine and Jello shots. Delicious.

Book(s) I’m reading: Having finished Emerging Manifesto of Hope, I picked up a copy of Yoder's When War is Unjust on Swaptree. Also grabbed Michael Babcock's UnChristian America from the library to discuss with Sam. Will also be dusting off and picking up Hays' Moral Vision of the New Testament to discuss with another friend.

Music I’m digging: Since purchasing tickets to see Aretha Franklin last week (side note: OH MY GOSH I'M GOING TO SEE ARETHA FRANKLIN!!!!!), I have been listening to her greatest hits, as well as Jewels in the Crown: Duets with the Queen of Soul. Even though she doesn't have the presence she once did, she is still incredible. Plus I just loved her inauguration hat.

Something(s) that blew my mind: My math mind was creaking yesterday as I was thinking about how awesome my mom is (who wasn't thinking about their mother yesterday?). Between my parents, my older sister and I, two generations combine for 43 years of marriage. We are definitely off the curve when it comes to marriage statistics.

Ministry update: Last concert night is this Saturday at 7:00 pm. Special Delivery and Good Luck Varsity will both be playing. I am hoping for a large turnout so that I can go out in style.

Seminary/ordination update: Phone conversation is still pending due to schedule conflicts. A regional gathering is taking place Saturday the 23rd that might produce some information. There is also a conference call tomorrow so we shall see how that goes.

Corktown update: Nineteen days remain until move day. I started packing a little bit last week but basically we are behind. Working with some people in Corktown on helping move the neighborhood forward bit by bit. Hopefully I can utilize my technology background to make a difference where I am able.

Looking forward to: Did I mention that we're going to see ARETHA FRANKLIN on July 11? It looks like we'll be going to a Tigers game Memorial Weekend as well. I enjoy living in this city.