Coffee talk

It was nice to see the Canucks beat the Flames two nights in a row. I got to watch the first game in the presence of many Flames fans, that was cool. Christmas has been good. We 've had the chance to spend a lot of time with family which has been good, but more importantly it has been good to connect with the Lord a little more. For instance today we were at Barb's parents farm. We took Alex out for a tractor ride which was cool, but it was so awesome outside that I immediately thought of the Lord and how blessed I am. I have my family and I was able to connect with the Creator of the universe. It doesn't get much better than that. I have had two weeks off from YFC and I can not believe how fast the time has gone by. I remember in October wanting to get to Christmas so I could take my holidays because we were working a lot on the building and I was tired. Now that it is here and almost gone I'm a little sad because I won't get the time with my family, but I am also looking forward to getting back to YFC and the ministry. I like the kids I work with, they may be rough around the edges but their never really seems to be a dull moment. I'm going to bed now. Go Bears and Go Canucks!

Together Again!

As many of you may or may not know my favorite music group is P.O.D. A few years ago they had an ugly split with guitarist Marcos Curiel. He was replaced by ex-Living Sacrifice guitar player Jason Truby, who is very good, and brought a very broad range of styles to P.O.D. Well it appears that P.O.D. have reconciled with Marcos, which is great even if he is not in the group. As far as Truby goes it looks like he has left the group and Marcos is back in. It sounds like the Truby/P.O.D. split was amicable, which is good, but too bad as well. Back in the day when P.O.D. was independent they talked about adding Jason Truby as the fifth member. I would be stoked if that would be the case, but I don't think it will be. So I am excited, yet sad to see Truby go, even though this has not been made official. It will be interesting, OG P.O.D., new record deal. Time will tell how this will play out. Go Canucks and Go Bears!

Go Bears Go!

My Bears are 7-0. Imagine that. After thumping the 49ers on Sunday 41-10 the Bears are poised for thier best start in franchise history, a little ways to go, but who's counting. I was listening to the radio this morning and Brent Loucks said that he is flying to Chicago with his son tomorrow. They are going because it is little Loucks' birthday and he is a huge Bears fan. I was in Chicago in June and got to see Soldier Field up close, which was very cool, but unfortunately the season had not begun at that point. Anyway I am quite envious of the Loucks boys. The new Soldier Field is really something to see, I wish I was going. Go Bears Go!

Book Suggestion

I went to Scott's Parable yesterday and picked up Philip Yancey's new book called Prayer: Does It Make Any Difference? I have only read the first three chapters but I can say that I am really enjoying the book and would recommend it even though I haven't read through it yet. What I get from it so far is that God just wants the real me (us). Yancey does a great job of helping the reader realize that we are not in control. In light of our lack of control, we are to take some time and reflect on who God is. "Be still and know that I am the Lord." I've done a lot of underlining so far and I can say that I am very excited about the rest of the book. One thing that I thought was interesting was how prayer is mentioned as a social skill, as it relates to our context (praying aloud). Basically saying that sometimes we pay God lip service without being real with him. I hope this makes sense. It's 1:00am and again I cannot sleep.

Da Bears are 6-0!

I can't believe the Bears escaped with a 24-23 victory over the Arizona Cardinals. The Cardinals were leading 20-0 at halftime. Besides that Bears QB Rex Grossman threw four interceptions and fumbled twice. You gotta love the Bears defense. They did it all last night. This is the first time the Bears have gone 6-0 in twenty years. I am very pumped about the Bears chances come Super Bowl time, but I am a little leary when I hear coach Lovie Smith say that they are a team of destiny. To me it's a little early for that. But I will enjoy it while it lasts. Go Bears!

24 hours a day!

Howdy. It seems like forever since I last posted. Lots going on these days, though I have been home with the flu for the last three days. I can't remember when I have had the flu this bad. On a good note it seems that my wife is getting a little better, which is encouraging. My son Alex is doing new things all the time. He is a lot of fun right now which is cool. Kinda makes up for all those dirty diapers I have changed in the last year and a half. My wife and I finished watching the first season of 24. I must say I really enjoyed watching this show. I have always been a Kiefer Sutherland fan, but beyond that I really liked how the show works. The real time thing is pretty cool, and the twists are cool as well. I put this picture in because I like to see Roberto Luongo in a Canuck uniform.

God Appointments!

Hey all. Canucks 3 Red Wings 1, enough said! Anyway, yesterday I was on 20th street putting up some missing person posters and handing out cards in the neighborhood advertising our thing at the Bridge. On my way to work I spent the time in the car in prayer. I felt quite connected to the Lord and I had prayed that God would use me somehow, someway. I have been feeling a little discouraged with what I do, was hoping that God would show me he is still working and that what I do isn't a waste of time. Pretty much as soon as I got out of my car I ran into Cody. Cody is a buddy that I met through family services. I was his mentor for about 3-4 months before he fell off the map. Cody has overcome Crystal Meth, but still lives in chaos. I asked him how it was going, he said he was not doing well. To make a long story short, there is no doubt that this meeting was by accident. Cody poured his heart out to me, I have never seen Cody like that before. I was glad that I could be there for him. Praise God. I believe that he has big things for Cody. My prayer is that Cody would not get sucked in by the world, and by those who only want to use him.

Inked Pt.2

Howdy all. Not too much going on lately. My wife is still quite ill, which stinks. My son is a lot of fun at this stage, which is very cool. He is talking so much, I can't believe how much he learns each day. Miami Ink is still my favorite show. My buddy at work downloaded season one for me last week. I was stoked, I watched like three episodes in one shot the other day, I couldn't sleep, which is another story. Anyhow I really enjoy the stories of people and what motivates them to get tattoos. I have included a picture of one of my tattoos. I was inspired to put them on my blog after watching Miami Ink. I am for the most part proud of my tats, though I am quite careful about showing them off, as some people don't share my enthusiasm for tats, which is cool. They certainly are not for everyone. If you are looking at getting any work done I can recommend a couple of good shops in the city, and also a couple of great artists who are fun to be tattooed by. I use the word fun loosely here, as getting tattooed is not always a pleasureable experience. I am also stoked about the new NHL season. Even though my Canucks will be in tough for a playoff spot. It's all good though, as long as Calgary doesn't win the cup I'm happy.

It Could Be A Long Season

If the pre-season is any indicator it could be a very long season for us Canuck fans. They are currently 1-4 in the preseason and are having big problems scoring goals. This is not a surprise, the loss of Bertuzzi and Carter are big holes in the lineup. Between Bertuzzi / Carter the Canucks are missing over 50 goals on the right side. The writer of Ecclesiastes says there is a time for everything: This may be the time for the Canucks to rebuild and lose some games for a while. I would be okay with this. Anyway I don't have much to say, I'm really tired.

If you can't beat em, beat em!

I Love It!

Yankees Clinch!

Ah yes. It is a sweet day for me as a Yankee fan. The fact that the Yankees clinhed their division tonight because of a Boston loss is very sweet. The Red Sox can now resume phase two of their current world series drought. In my opinion the words champions and Red Sox never went well together anyway. New York on the other hand, with 26 World Series Championships, are the best franchise ever. The Yankees are the perfect villian. Everyone loves to talk about how they buy their team. What people don't realize is that in order to be successful you need to spend money. Sure there are a few exceptions, but for the most part you need to put up the dough. Look at the Blue Jays G.M., saying that they need to spend more cash. The fact is, yes, New York spends money. But why wouldn't they. The difference between them and everyone else is that they win. That's why people get mad, they simply use the money thing as a reason to hate them. It's all good though. It appears that there is a little trouble, could A-Rod be playing his last year for the Yankees? It's okay, maybe they could trade him for some pitching. Go Yankees Go. Bring home number 27!

"What's in your hand"

This weekend our staff at YFC spent the weekend at Arlington Beach for our annual Board/Staff retreat. The weekend was very good, though not much of a retreat for my family, as Alex never seems to sleep well except for at home, and my wife is quite sick. I'm not sure why they call it morning sickness, because she seems to be sick all day long. Anyway our weekend was good. I was particularily challenged by a message from Rick Warren, the Purpose Driven guy. He talked about Exodus/Moses. The message was titled "What's in your hand". What I gathered from it was, how are we as God's children using our affluence and our influence to better our world. I have a lot of respect for Rick Warren. He and his wife give 90% of their income. They have chosen to keep the lifestyle they had before he became famous. I admire that. I wonder if I would be able to handle success in such a manner. I was really challenged in the area of materialism. For me this is a great struggle. Warren said the best way to curb materialism is to give more. I had one of those moments of clarity at that point, now though is time for the rubber to hit the road. I need to conquer the beast that is materialism. "So don't worry about having enough food or drink or clothing. Why be like the pagans who are so deeply concerned about these things? Your heavenly Father already knows all your needs, and he will give you all you need from day to day if you live for Him and make the Kingdom of God your primary concern. Lord, help me to desire you and your Kingdom alone. I can't do it Lord. I need you.

Inked!

I watching T.V. today at my mom's place (they have satellite), I have to report that I have a new favorite T.V. show, Miami Ink. For those who don't know me, I really like tattoos. I have heard about this show a little bit from my friends, but had never saw it myself. I thought it was great, it was a little cheesy at times, but I did enjoy the fact that they tried to explain why people were getting tattooed and what they were getting tattooed. I think if you are getting tattooed it should mean something, not everyone will agree with me, but hey that's their right. I enjoy hearing stories of why people get tattooed. Tattoos can really tell a story. I feel that mine tell of my life since coming to know the Lord. My tattoos are basically Faith & Family, the two most important things in my life. The NFL season began this week. I was stoked to see that the Chicago Bears kicked butt in Green Bay beating them 26-0. This is great for me, as Green Bay is my dad's favorite team, and the Bears are mine. A good start for Da Bears. The Riders on the other hand let one slip away, again. Oh well, I come to expect mediocraty from the Riders. How long have they been in the league and only won two Grey Cups. Gimme a break. Though I do expect good things with Eric Tillman as G.M. Bye for now. Go Canucks, Yankees, Bears!

Engulfed in Flames

I can't believe it. It is like a virus. Calgary Flames fans are everywhere. My entire care group at church are Flames fans. What is going on here? Is it because Robyn Regehr is from the area? What is it? I know many Flames fans are die hards and have cheered for them for a long time, but it does appear that there is a bandwagon situation going on here (I don't mean our care group, but society in general). I suppose the same could be said of the dreaded Oilers after last years run. I did see a lot of those goofy Oiler flags in car windows (I had one for England in the World Cup). I guess what I am saying is that Vancouver is the best. Some of us are going to Flames/Canucks game on February 3rd in Calgary. I can't wait. I am going to wear every piece of Canucks clothing I own. I may even go buy more so I can round out my wardrobe, maybe even underwear! I am going to be so loud. Win or lose, I will be out of control, 100% Canucks baby! Go Canucks Go!

My thoughts for today

Howdy. Just finished watching Canadian Idol and watched Tyler Lewis get voted off the show. I'm not a really big Idol fan but I did like Tyler' singing. I'm not really a huge T.V. guy. Although I used to be and probably would be if I wasn't so busy. I'd most likely watch sports all day if I could, but that's another story. Personally, there is stuff going on in my life that remind me that God is my true Father in this life and for eternity. I am reminded how God has taken my life and turned it around. A cycle has been broken that only God could do. I feel very blessed to come home to a loving family, to a son who cries when I leave, and who opens his arms when I come home. I wouldn't trade those moments for anything. To have another child on the way is truly a blessing. As hard as it is (being a parent) it is like nothing else. Without God I think I might be dead or in jail. Everything I have I owe it to the Lord. Go Canucks Go!

Stryper Rocks!

What's up people? Not much new to report. My wife is feeling a little worse each day, which isn't good news. I am glad I am a man and don't have to go through child birth process. Not only does the whole birth process seem crazy but the nine months leading up to it don't seem to be a picnic either. Anyway I am anxiously waiting for my new Stryper DVD. That's right Stryper. Way before I was ever a Christian I was a huge Stryper fan and as I look back, their music played a big role in my coming to the Lord. I enjoy reflecting back about this, I am reminded how far God has brought me since those days. What is exciting is that Stryper is back together. They recently released a new studio album called REBORN, that in my opinion kicks butt. My brother just showed up at my house, I gotta run. Long live Stryper!

Ramble on

What's up people? Things are good from my end of things. I think the Riders may have made one of the best moves in franchise history by hiring Eric Tillman as the new G.M. I'm pretty stoked because yesterday I ordered my new drum kit (Pictured here). Though it looks white, it is actually called White Onyx, giving it a kind of swirl in the finish. I'ts the first real good kit i've ever had. The one I have now is good, but it is vintage and getting tired. I had a good day meeting with young people. I'm excited at how God is at work in their lives. One guy said he wants to become a Christian. He will have a long road dealing with some of the issues in his life, but hey who doesn't right! Needless to say, God is at work. I'm amazed by God. Since I started my Bible College days creation has become really important to me. What I mean is that it allows me to see God, to smell God, to touch God etc. Everyday I see something that reminds me that there is so much more happeneing here, it's exciting. I am very blessed, since coming to the Lord almost 8 years ago God has blessed me so much. God you are good.

Ramble on

What's up people? Things are good from my end of things. I think the Riders may have made one of the best moves in franchise history by hiring Eric Tillman as the new G.M. I'm pretty stoked because yesterday I ordered my new drum kit (Pictured here). Though it looks white, it is actually called White Onyx, giving it a kind of swirl in the finish. I'ts the first real good kit i've ever had. The one I have now is good, but it is vintage and getting tired. I had a good day meeting with young people. I'm excited at how God is at work in their lives. One guy said he wants to become a Christian. He will have a long road dealing with some of the issues in his life, but hey who doesn't right! Needless to say, God is at work. I'm amazed by God. Since I started my Bible College days creation has become really important to me. What I mean is that it allows me to see God, to smell God, to touch God etc. Everyday I see something that reminds me that there is so much more happeneing here, it's exciting. I am very blessed, since coming to the Lord almost 8 years ago God has blessed me so much. God you are good.

Here we go again!

What a crazy week. I've been working hard at the new YFC church/office space. Man I can't wait to get settled in there. Besides that Barb and I found out that we are expecting our second child. I think Barb is due at the end of April, Alex was born May 2 so we'll see how that plays out. I am excited, yet really nervous about the whole thing. Kids are a lot of work, two little people just freaks me out a bit. But like I said I am excited. I definitley fee a little more prepared this time around. Unfortunately Barb is already feeling under the weather, which has added to my busyness at home. I'ts all good though. I'ts good for me to serve my wife like this again. Other than that it was great to see the Yankees lay a beating on those darn Red Sox. The Yankees swept the series, putting them 51/2 games in front of Boston. I didn't realize it until last years hockey playoffs, but I really like being the heel. What I mean is that I love cheering against the Calgary Flames, since most of my friends are Flames "fans". Perhaps this is why I love the Yankees. I have always cheered for them mind you. But it is so sweet to see them succeed, with their 26 World Series Championships. I love it. Keep up the good work George!

Alex the Man

Here is a pic of my kid Alexander. Lookin GQ. This little guy is awesome. I'm so thankful to the Lord for him. Everyday is a blessing. That is one thing that I took from Byron's funeral, is that everyday is precious. I (we) cannot take anything for granted. Life is too short. People are too important, God is too important. My only hope is that when the fire comes, that I will be able to say "It is well with my soul." This got a little deeper than I intended. Sory it won't happen again. Just kidding.

Pic of Byron

Byron Goertzen.

I'm Back

Howdy all. Just wanted to let you know that I will be posting again, from time to time of course. Lots has happened since May. I have been everywhere and seen nothing, that's not totally true, but not far off. Johnny Cash' new album has finally come out, which did not dissapoint as usual. My kid is big, and is tearing up everything. God remains good, imagine that. Lost a friend to a car accident, sucks big time. Thankfully Byron was stronger in his faith than ever. Praise God. I be back. Go Canucks Go. Roberto, Roberto, Roberto. Peace out.

It's a good day!

Today is a good day for me. Calgary has lost in the first round of the playoffs. This is very good news, not only because I loathe Calgary but also for my hockey pool which has four Anaheim Ducks in it. If they failed to beat the Flames my pool would have been toast. Today I am wearing Barb's Calgary jersey for my co-workers as a little reminder of their painful loss. I will say this about Kiprusoff and Iginla. These guys are gamers in my mind. I don't think that they had any support whatsoever. I really like those two guys, but when their is no support anywhere it is tough to win. Hamrlik and Phanuef looked bad and all the forwards were under achievers as well. I think that Kiprusoff didn't look as good as he has in the past but with some offensive support I believe that he played well enough to give them a real good shot to win. At any rate I am excited that the Flames are shining up their golf clubs. If they make some moves to get some offensive help in the off season they could become very good, because they are set defensively and in goal.

Apology to Flames faithful

I'm sorry for spelling Miikka Kiprusoff's name wrong. If you look at my previous post I spelled his last name Kippersoff, which is incorrect. I wanted to apologize in advance so I wouldn't be giving you another chance to jump all over me. So I guess I'm not really sorry. Go Ducks Go. Or anyone who happens to play Calgary for that matter. In Canuck news I heard that Marcus Naslund shot a 72 yesterday! Keep up the good work guys. Us Canuck faithful believe in you guys. With some practice maybe we can make the PGA tour. Go get em fellas!

Apology to Flames faithful

I'm sorry for spelling Miikka Kiprusoff's name wrong. If you look at my previous psot I spelled his last name Kippersoff, which is incorrect. I wanted to apologize in advance so I wouldn't be giving you another chance to jump all over me. So I guess I'm not really sorry. Go Ducks Go. Or anyone who happens to play Calgary for that matter. In Canuck news I heard that Marcus Naslund shot a 72 yesterday! Keep up the good work guys. Us Canuck faithful believe in you guys. With some practice maybe we can make the PGA tour. Go get em fellas!

Down in Flames!

Yesterday we drafted our playoff pool at church. This is going to be a very exciting playoffs for me, even if the Canucks arn't playing. I drafted four players from the Mighty Ducks which allowes me to cheer against the Flames even more than usual. I love it. I hope the Flames die an ugly death in the playoffs, that is my only hope in these playoffs. They could make it to the cup again and lose in the seventh game like last year and I would love it. I don't care what they do as long as they don't win the cup. This team should change their name to Miikka Kippersoff and the Calgary Flames. They are bums, the whole lot of em. Do I think they will make some noise. Yes I do. But as Andrew pointed out, they may not get as far without Gelinas and Conroy. It will be really interesting nonetheless. Go Ducks Go! I will cheer for anyone who plays against Kippersoff and the Flames, it does not matter. As long as Calgary goes down.

The misery is over!

Well the Canucks are officially done. I'm a little shocked believe it or not. I never thought that at the beginning of this season the Canucks would miss the playoffs. I'm kinda glad though. I really think it is time for change. Whether that means that Crawford goes or a bunch of players go, it's time for change. I agree with my friend Scott when he says the Canucks blew their shot a few years ago against Minnesota, when they were up three games to one. That one hurt. So I think it is time to start over. I think there were issues in the room that couldn't be fixed, if this is so, then it is time to ship those players out. On a different note I would like to see San Jose and Nashville do well. They are the teams that I am pulling for. I hope Calgary will make an early exit, but I think that is unlikely seeing as the best player in franchise history is between the pipes. I wish Kipper would get hurt for like 2 weeks and then see where those bums would be at. I know that sounds morbib and all, but hey this is my blog and I can say whatever I want, especially about those dang Flames. Anyway it will be an interesting playoffs.

One more to go!

Tomorrow is my last exam at Bethany College, hopefully. I will graduate on Sat. April 14th, hopefully. I'm a little worried. I missed quite a few classes due to YFC stuff and a concussion, so I don't know the material that well. The class is Science & Faith. I'm not much into science so I have been studying a little more for this exam. I have been a little negative lately about my time at Bethany. I feel that I have been smothered there, but I have been convicted that I need not be so negative when millions of people would trade places with me anytime. I have been confronted a lot lately about the raging battle inside me. I realized lately how proud I can be, it has been a disturbing look into myself. That's all I have to say about that.

Shine up your golf clubs boys!

Well the Canucks are in tough now. They have to win all their games, no question about it. This time picks great times to lose. Which makes me glad that they won't be in the playoffs. This is playoff hockey now and they can't muster a win, so why bother in the post season. I'm tired of the talk taht says "let's just get to the playoffs, you never know what will happen." I'm sorry it doesn't work that way in Vancouver. The Canucks had their chance a couple of years ago when they lost to Minnesota in seven games, in which they were leading the series 3 games to 1. My opinion is that they should trade the big guns and start over, from the goalie out. Trade Cloutier (don't get me wrong I like Cloutier), Jovo, Bertuzzi, Morrison. Basically the core of this team needs to go. They have had their chance, it's time to retool.

Beyond Expectations

What can I say. God is at it again. Exceeding my expectations, again. Let me explain. In Jan. I felt that God was leading me to start this hip hop stuff at the Bridge on 20th, which is the youth night that I lead called Dimension Four. So I prayed that God would lead if that was his desire. Fast forward to the West Portal Missions Sunday on March 12th. I am on the committee and much to my surprise YFC/Bridge D4 were one of the projects. They gave me enough money to purchase turn tables so we can have a deejay etc. I am blown away by this because I thought that we would have to raise money for at least a year before we would be able to purchase anything, these things arn't cheap. But I am super humbled by what God has/is doing. Now I have to learn how to use the turn tables, which will be cool. If you are reading this could you please pray that God would continue to work in me and through me, because I have no idea what I'm doing. Not totally true, but you get the idea. God is Worthy.

Make or break!

Well this week should tell whether my dreaded Canucks will be in the playoffs or not. I really think that it would be better for them not to. I say this because of an article I read in the Vancouver Province yesterday. It said that the dressing room is divided. If this is the case then it is better if they trade the bums who are causing the division, namely Todd Bertuzzi. He is still my favorite player, but he frustrates me very much. I think it would be better for everyone if he moved on. Anyway, the Canucks have three games against the Oilers this week. We'll see what happens after Saturady night.

Coach Worthington

Well the Canucks were at it again. Losing a close one to Nashville 5-0. If I were the coach of the Canucks I would be sitting that top line down so fast they wouldn't no what hit them. These guys are the leaders of the Canucks and they are no where to be found. I think Crawford should call up some young talent from the Moose and let these guys see if they can do something, at least they might give some effort. "No Morrison", Dud Bertuzzi, and Marcus Hasbeen should be benched. To qoute Forrest Gump, "That's all I have to say about that."

Vancouver Casucks "Big Line" does it again

Well the Vancouver Casucks big line was at it again. For the fourth game in a row they were non existent. The "big line" consisting of Brendan "No Morisson", Dud Bertuzzi, And Marcus Hasbeen were no where to be found, again! I'm getting upset with this team. I really like what Dave Nonis did at the deadline, but I'm beginning to wonder if he shouldn't have shipped out 2/3 of the top line. I'm speaking of "No Morisson", and Dud Bertuzzi of course. Another bone that I have to pick is with Jarkko Ruutu. As I watched him Saturday night I was disapointed. I was upset because I felt he was really soft with his fellow countrymen from finland. I watched him go in the corner with Nik Hagman I think, and Ruutu did nothing. He was in a great position to hammer him, but chose not to because he was Finnish. This is unacceptable, hard hits and playing on the edge is what makes Ruutu so effective and so hated. As the Canucks are in danger of not making the playoffs, it is this kind of performance that will have them golfing in about a month or so, and I for one think that is okay. If they can't show up now, with the exception of Alex Auld, then why bother in the playoffs.

Random Thoughts

It has been a crazy couple of days. The YFC banquet was good , but tiring. I'm feeling tired these days, with my son not sleeping that great and lots going on with work and school, I'm spent. But things are going well. God is good. I have to admit that I am very scared these days. Largely due to what is going on at our Bridge D4 night every friday. It seems to be growing more and more and that scares the you know what out of me. I feel completely inadequate for this mission, but I guess that is what God wants from us all. He wants and needs to be glorified through us, this has caused me to look up and say thank you Lord because this is beyond me. I am humbled by God's goodness and grace and how he continues to work in my life even though I feel like I let him down a lot. On a different note I picked up Donald Miller's new book To Own A Dragon. Miller talks about his life growing up without a father around. As I read through this I am reminded of how I grew up and how growing up without a father around will effect me for the rest of my life. I believe that God has brought me a great distance since I have come to the Lord seven years ago. I feel I now look at my dad as God looks at him, with love and compassion. Don't get me wrong, since my dad moved back from Vancouver in August there have been days where I have not been like Christ, but I know for a fact that back in the day I would have strangled my dad on more than one occassion, which is a testament to God himself and what he has done in my life. Praise God, He is worthy.

Brendan Morrison

In response to the person that left that comment about my last post I wil say that yes, Brendan Morrison may have scored before the olympic break, but was it 2002 in Slat Lake or was it 2006 in Italy?

It's a beautiful day in the neighborhood!

Vancouver 2 Calgary 1. I like the sounds of that. Since my wife and I have agreed to not bash each others hockey club for the sake of a happy marriage, this is the vehicle in which I will use to share my dislike of the Clagary Flames. I thought the Canucks were going to lose for sure, since four of their starting defensemen are presently injured. But hey I will take it. Any time we beat Calgary it is a good day. I'm also very happy that the Canucks have won the last three meetings between these two clubs. I was worried because the Flames had won the first four meetings earlier in the year. Anyway it is a good day. Now the Canucks can go back to losing 3 of 4 like they usually do, yet still seem to float around the top of the division. Does anyone remember when the last time Brendan Morrison scored, I think it was before my son was born. Trade that bum!

Kids in the hall

Could this be the day? I have been a hall monitor in Warman High since I started at YFC in Oct. I have been trying to get out of this gig because I want to focus on the inner city of Saskatoon. But I have had a heck of a time trying to get out of this. Don't get me wrong I don't mind doing it, it is just frustrating that every time I try to talk to the principle he is not around. I need to talk to this guy because I have a replacement waiting in the wings, my co-worker Ryan Ens, who is doing some ministry work in Warman. So I am hopeful that this could be the big day. I will keep you all posted on this unfolding drama that I find myself in. Peace.

Bummed Out

It's a sad day here at YFC as I have learned that a co-worker will be moving to a different job. This is sad for a couple of reasons. First, he is a great guy with a good sense of humor. Second, he is very gifted and it will suck to not have have his gifts and abilities on our team. He started not long after Barb started at YFC, which was about five years ago. I don't know, I feel kind of bummed about the whole thing. It's not going to be the same here anymore, especially with us moving to a new building. His leadership will be missed.

Random Thoughts

The Olympics have now come and gone once again. I was really proud of the Canadian team this year, they did fantastic. Canada's best ever showing at a winter games. Aside from men's hockey I think the Canadian's looked really good. What was interesting was that Canada led in fourth place finishes as well, this could be a good thing in 2010 in Vancouver. Nhl starts up tommorrow night. I have to say that I am a bit bummed because my Canucks are in tough, losing two of their top four defenseman. This is not good considering that Ed Jovanovski is still out. I'm not sure what Dave Nonis will do as the trade deadline is coming up in a week or so. At the beginning of the year I was really hopeful about the Canucks chances at a cup run, but that was quickly put to rest with all the injuries we have sustained, not to mention the lack of production from the "top line". I have no problem with Marcus Naslund, since he has been hurt much of the year and still has produced. Bertuzzi and Morrison on the other hand have looked uninspired through much of the year. Bertuzzi I acn understand but Morrison has not looked good.
Had a really good weekend with my family. Being a dad becomes more fun all the time. I love spending time with my son. He's Rad. God has been very good. I have seen him work an awful lot lately, which has been really cool. God is working in the hearts of the young men that I work with at the Bridge on 20th, which is a fellowship center located in the inner city. I am excited what God is going to do in their lives. Praise God - He is worthy.

Inner city vs. Outer city

I watched the move Tupac: Resurrection on the weekend. I really enjoyed the movie. One thing that I didn't really like was the fact that they made Tupac look like some kind of superhero, I will agree that he had a lot of good things to say, I just thought that it was a little much. One comment that he made was the inner city should be called the Outer city because they are excluded and are considered outcasts by society, as opposed to those who live in the burbs and would be considered the in crowd (hence the inner/outer city). It's funny with today's youth, particularily the suburban youth who dress, act, talk like people in the ghetto, yet they would most likely never set foot in the hood. A large portion of hip hop record sales are to rich white kids. It's real interesting how hip hop is influencing our culture. The more and more that I learn the more intrigued I am.

Canada Looking Stronger

Wow, Canada is coming on! I can't believe that the American Women's Hockey team lost to Sweden. I don't want to assume anything, but gold is looking very good for the Canadian women. We also got two medals in the skeleton. Is this a new olympic sport? Whatever it is I will certainly take the three medals we have earned in this event. Did anybody see the Amrican snowboarder showboat near the finish line only to biff and lose the gold medal? Ah, I laughed and I cried. Very funny stuff. This has not been a very good 24 hours for American women at all. It's all good though. I'm giving my first talk tonight at the Bridge D4 that I lead every friday. OOh exciting stuff. I neeed prayer. But mostly those kids need prayer. God is good.

My first Post, although I've hit a few hockey posts in my day!

Hey there folks. This is my first ever post. The Canucks arn't playing so I have nothing to complain about. Team Canada is looking good so far. Bertuzzi is looking good, which makes me a little mad. This guy is makes me frustrated. He is my favorite player, yet I get so upset with all the dumb penalties and lack of effort. Anyway I want to use this post to share my thoughts on the world, my life, and God.
Kimchi