Parting Is Such Sweet Sorrow
Posted by: David Bunch
I'm reading an excellent book called Shakespeare by Bill Bryson, so I guess that's what has prompted me to title this final post the way I have.
Yes, after ummm...I've lost count of the years, but I think it's around 5 or so...I have made the tough decision to leave the Collideoscope blog. This probably isn't too much of a shocker given the dearth of posts from me over the last several months, but I did want to hop back on board and post one final goodbye.
The History
My brother in law, Bradley McDonald, started a 90&9 blog way back called The Benchwarmers, and after he gave me the chance to guest post during his absence, invited me on as a co-blogger. One thing led to another, and the blog slowly morphed into the Collideoscope that you see today with it's multiple contributors.
The Reason
And now time has brought me to the place where I must go. My wife and I just had baby number 2 (Elayna Noelle born on 12/28), and in May our lives will again change drastically when we move to Northern Ireland to work as AIMers with the Terry McFarland family. I just feel that with both of these transitions that I would not be able to do the blog justice. Kent has been very understanding and promises to keep me around and involved, so I may turn up occasionally in some form or another either here or at 90&9.com.
And speaking of Kent, a heartfelt thank you to Kent and all of you wonderful readers for the opportunity to do this blog and for being so supportive. It has been a thrill.
A Few Parting Thoughts
With all of that said, let me leave you with a few ramblings for 2008. First, if you are looking for a great book, the afore mentioned Shakespeare is great. I've never read anything by Bill Bryson that was not informative and entertaining, and this book is no exception. I told my wife that I've read many books on Shakespeare that I just kind of had to grit my teeth and struggle through, but this rendition is a page turner. Other books I've read recently are The Bourne Identity (haven't seen the movie so I'm not sure how it compares, but I thought the book was good) and The 360 Degree Leader by John Maxwell. Put these on your must read list for 2008.
Politics
I've said all along that I don't think Clinton is a guarantee for the Democratic nomination, and this week has turned out some interesting developments (I admit it is still very early). I think we'll see an Obama nomination and would not be surprised if he wins the White House. I think the jury is still out on who the Republican nominee will be.
Church
Be sure to get involved in the UPCI's 30 days of prayer and fasting and the Global Impact initiative. Great stuff. Regarding the new organization, I'm still holding out hope that it will not go through and unity will be preserved. But perhaps I'm naive.
Contact Me
Gentle readers, again let me say that writing this blog has been a blast. If you want to stay in touch, I'm setting up a website at www.ibunch.org (still under construction so check back) and you can also find me on Facebook (I love the lay out much better than My Space - less clutter, fewer adds). So I look forward to hearing from you at either of these two places.
Godspeed to you all,
David
I'm reading an excellent book called Shakespeare by Bill Bryson, so I guess that's what has prompted me to title this final post the way I have.
Yes, after ummm...I've lost count of the years, but I think it's around 5 or so...I have made the tough decision to leave the Collideoscope blog. This probably isn't too much of a shocker given the dearth of posts from me over the last several months, but I did want to hop back on board and post one final goodbye.
The History
My brother in law, Bradley McDonald, started a 90&9 blog way back called The Benchwarmers, and after he gave me the chance to guest post during his absence, invited me on as a co-blogger. One thing led to another, and the blog slowly morphed into the Collideoscope that you see today with it's multiple contributors.
The Reason
And now time has brought me to the place where I must go. My wife and I just had baby number 2 (Elayna Noelle born on 12/28), and in May our lives will again change drastically when we move to Northern Ireland to work as AIMers with the Terry McFarland family. I just feel that with both of these transitions that I would not be able to do the blog justice. Kent has been very understanding and promises to keep me around and involved, so I may turn up occasionally in some form or another either here or at 90&9.com.
And speaking of Kent, a heartfelt thank you to Kent and all of you wonderful readers for the opportunity to do this blog and for being so supportive. It has been a thrill.
A Few Parting Thoughts
With all of that said, let me leave you with a few ramblings for 2008. First, if you are looking for a great book, the afore mentioned Shakespeare is great. I've never read anything by Bill Bryson that was not informative and entertaining, and this book is no exception. I told my wife that I've read many books on Shakespeare that I just kind of had to grit my teeth and struggle through, but this rendition is a page turner. Other books I've read recently are The Bourne Identity (haven't seen the movie so I'm not sure how it compares, but I thought the book was good) and The 360 Degree Leader by John Maxwell. Put these on your must read list for 2008.
Politics
I've said all along that I don't think Clinton is a guarantee for the Democratic nomination, and this week has turned out some interesting developments (I admit it is still very early). I think we'll see an Obama nomination and would not be surprised if he wins the White House. I think the jury is still out on who the Republican nominee will be.
Church
Be sure to get involved in the UPCI's 30 days of prayer and fasting and the Global Impact initiative. Great stuff. Regarding the new organization, I'm still holding out hope that it will not go through and unity will be preserved. But perhaps I'm naive.
Contact Me
Gentle readers, again let me say that writing this blog has been a blast. If you want to stay in touch, I'm setting up a website at www.ibunch.org (still under construction so check back) and you can also find me on Facebook (I love the lay out much better than My Space - less clutter, fewer adds). So I look forward to hearing from you at either of these two places.
Godspeed to you all,
David
I have enjoyed your posts - may God bless!
Posted by
Anonymous |
Sun Jan 06, 10:55:00 PM 2008
Congratulations on the new baby! lovely name.
Posted by
Liz |
Mon Jan 07, 11:08:00 AM 2008