hi, hello, who are you?
March 28th, 2007 @ 2:00 am
It’s time to do this again…I am bumping this post to the top on the account of “meeting†about ten new people this week who have either been lurking a while and have just started commenting, or have just recently found this little corner of the web!
So…I am wondering who else is out there!
Without further adieu…please introduce yourself if you already haven’t below…and read through the list of FlowerDusters (did I really just write that? YIKES!) who often drop by my humble abode.
who are you?
where are you?
whaddya do?
how’d you get here?
anything else on top of that is icing on the cake!
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Anne Jackson said,
November 27, 2006 at 1:11 am
i’ll start.
i’m anne
i’m in the dallas area (sachse/rockwall to be exact)
i work in communication (design, web & writing) at lake pointe church.
i’m also really tired, and going to bed.
John Smulo said,
November 27, 2006 at 1:57 am
I’m John. I live in Sacramento, California. I teach at Capital Bible College. I’m also in a transition time seeking to discover God’s next steps for us as teaching is part time.
Rusty said,
November 27, 2006 at 2:03 am
I am Rusty. I live in Austin, Texas and I am currently the Director of Communications at First Evangelical Free Church (print media, video, and web communcications). I’m just bought my first house in Austin. Read your blog a on simi-regular basis. I could on, but I too am tired.
Neener said,
November 27, 2006 at 4:48 am
Hey-O!
I’m Nina.
I’m in north Dallas - snuggly between Plano, Carrollton, and Addison. (I’m one of those people that can say I’m from Dallas and really have a Dallas address!)
I am a Double Agent for the Geek Squad. I wear a clip-on tie and go out to people’s houses and fix things. I like to say I design on the side, but I haven’t put as much effort into it as I could.
Found your blog off of the Relevant article awhile back. I think I might’ve heard you on the radio too? Either way, I think you’re someone I’d like to have an expensive latte with at church. Thanks for sharing. Oh, and I like cake with icing.
Mark Jaffrey said,
November 27, 2006 at 5:07 am
Hi Anne. I’m Mark, I live in Maadi, which is a suburb of Cairo in Egypt. My house is five minutes walk from the Nile which I still can’t quite believe, even though we’ve lived here three and a half years now.
I’m the Worship Director at Maadi Community Church and I’m really excited right now ’cause… well just check out page 29 of Worship Leader Magazine.
tim said,
November 27, 2006 at 6:44 am
I am Tim
I live In Selma California, The Raisin Capital of the World (20 minutes South of Fresno)
I am an accountant right now, however I will be going back to school to become a high school math teacher.
And it’s 3:51AM and I walked downstairs to get a drink of Sunny-D and now I am going back to bed.
Debbie said,
November 27, 2006 at 8:11 am
Hey Anne!
I’m checking in!
I’m Debbie.
I live in Allen TX, but over the next few months, our family will be moving to Little Rock, Arkansas.
I am a homeschooling mother of three great kids. (8, 6, and 3)
I’m a writer wanna-be…I love doing it, but never found it to pay anything…
I found your blog through my husband, I guess…
I check it out (sometimes rather briefly) everytime you post.
:-)
And I think you’re SWELL! :-) :-) :-)
krisk said,
November 27, 2006 at 8:56 am
and i’m kris from frisco, tx.
currently ‘in transition’ after leaving my church job of many years. waiting to see what God has next for me to do - and enjoying your posts in the meantime! :)
Crystal Renaud said,
November 27, 2006 at 9:41 am
* who are you?
Crystal Renaud
* where are you?
Shawnee, KS
* whaddya do?
Communications at Westside Family Church
Tony said,
November 27, 2006 at 9:42 am
OK I’ll go…
I’m Tony…
Currently in Columbus, OH, but grew up in SoCal, so this is quite a shift…
First - I’m a husband - been married to my wonderful wife for 10 years - and father… our kids are 9 and 4, and we have two more that are up in heaven…
then… I’m an underwriter… I’ve been working on helping churches get financing for about 7 years now.
So… there ya go…
Los said,
November 27, 2006 at 10:00 am
I’m Carlos.
Im somewhere over the Pacific.
I pick up random kids from Korea and bring them home
Holly said,
November 27, 2006 at 10:04 am
I’m Holly H. (friend of “stinamiller”)
I’m in Oklahoma
I’m a wife, and I love to do arts, crafts, gardening and cooking (really into nutrition and such). I have my own home business.
Deana said,
November 27, 2006 at 10:37 am
I’m Deana
I live in a ‘burb of Denver, CO.
I take care of my son, and house, and husband…and dream of living in London on a daily basis.
Diane said,
November 27, 2006 at 10:39 am
Hi Anne,
I’m Diane. I live in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. I am currently trying to survive college. Found your blog through a friend.
I just came back from town taking pictures of prostitutes secretly for an assignment.
Jared Wells said,
November 27, 2006 at 10:53 am
Hi…..I am Jared
I am in Kansas City, I used to be in So Cal.
I am the Director of Technical Arts @ Westside Family Church.
Palabra
Brandi said,
November 27, 2006 at 11:07 am
Hi Anne!
I’m Brandi.
I live in Riverside, California.
I have three kids (boy, Brian - 15.5, girl, Sadie - 7, and boy, Dexter - just about 5), and a wonderful husband, Tom.
I attend Sandals Church–but I don’t work for them, am I still allowed here? ;)
I am currently a management recruiter for Red Robin Gourmet Burgers (working from home), however my job will be over December 31st, and I am thrilled about being a stay-at-home mama.
raquel said,
November 27, 2006 at 12:28 pm
I’m Raquel
I’m in the DFW area (grew up in Irving, now living in FW)
I work at an all day, cage free play, Dog Day Care. I love it!
I read your reviews on the Mungles on Movies and started reading your blog. I like it!
kris said,
November 27, 2006 at 12:29 pm
pretty sure I’ve done this before but I want to make your day :))
I’m Kris
I’m in a lovely suburb in the Detroit area
Daycare owner by day / yoga teacher by night and currently pursuing a degree in Natural Health:)
not really sure how I found you…Beth, I think
Hale-Yeah! said,
November 27, 2006 at 1:22 pm
I’m Brian
I live in Fresno, California. 4 hours to LA, 3 hours to San Fran, less than 2 hours to Yosemite.
I am a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley.
Mattchews said,
November 27, 2006 at 4:06 pm
Salutations Ms. Jackson,
I am the Mattchews.
I live in Knox-Vegas Tennessee, home of the Mighty Volunteers, Fried foods you wish you had never thought of, The interstate disaster known as “Smart-Fix 40″, The Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame and ,of course, the 1982 World’s Fair.
I work as a Financial/Operations Analyst for a Trucking company that specializes in the hauling of bulk commodity liquids. I also enjoy blogging about all things Southern and confirming or dispelling common mythos concerning Tennesseean culture.
I came to know you about a year ago through my friend’s blog, The Reeser. I’ve enjoyed “getting to know you” over the past year even though we’ve never formally met. You make me laugh, think or at the very least give me good ideas.
Keep it rocking!
todd said,
November 27, 2006 at 4:19 pm
I’m Todd Wright from Lufkin, Texas.
I’m a husband, father, worship leader and assassin.
sharibrown said,
November 27, 2006 at 5:01 pm
Hi Anne et all,
I am shari, wife, mother of 2, sports photojournalist, musician, quad skinny latte, grande is my drink of choice. I live near Manhattan Ks and hopefully we get to come to Texas for a bowl game. I love Texas. I want to be a philanthropist when I grow up.
bobby said,
November 27, 2006 at 5:30 pm
Hey!
I’m Bobby.
I’m in SoCal.
I am a husband to an amzing wife and mother, and we became prents 2 months ago. I’m also the pastor of Celebration Arts at Revolution Church in Long Beach.
Agnethe Zimino said,
November 27, 2006 at 6:24 pm
Hallo!
I am Agnethe from Denmark. It is so nice to follow you John and I am one of the many who is opening up to see, what you are writing about. I find it very interesting, and I do think that it was great to meet you in Hong Kong in oct. What a nice time together!
I hope we soon can refer to a webside in english for In The Master`s light for everyone to follow our work among seekers in Denmark. It may take time but we`ll work on it.
God bless you!
For the rest of you because John knows: I am a pastor in the Lutheran Church in Kastrup close to the airport of Copenhagen.
West Wheeler said,
November 27, 2006 at 7:40 pm
I’m West
I live in Riverside, CA
I work in Marketing (kind of) with a couple of musical instrument brands.
I’m a pretty good dad and husband on top of that….oh, and I play drums…..it’s fun
West Wheeler said,
November 27, 2006 at 7:40 pm
wait, I’ll footnote mine with “I think I’m a pretty good dad and husband”, but the jury is still out.
Jade =) said,
November 27, 2006 at 9:15 pm
Wow, so many people from ALL over!
I’m Jade =).
Right now I’m at the Power FM studio in Dallas, TX. I live in Grand Prairie, TX. But I was born and raised in Fort Worth, TX. Ok, ok…I’m from DFW. Haha.
I’m an On-Air Personality (that’s what my card says) and Production Assistant at 89.7 Power FM, The Christian Rock Station.
I know you from when you used to come hang out with Mungle at Spin180 from time to time.
bryonm said,
November 27, 2006 at 9:42 pm
I’m Bryon
I live in Stuart, FL and work in Jupiter, FL
I’m an assistant pastor at Calvary Chapel Jupiter
Jordan said,
November 27, 2006 at 10:39 pm
I’m Jordan (Like the River).
I do video work in the same building as you, yet rarely see you…
And I would love to talk to you some time about depression medication and stuff… perhaps over lunch sometime soon?
Victor said,
November 27, 2006 at 11:47 pm
Hey, I’m Victor
I’m from SoCal… the OC to be exact
I’m a worship pastor at Calvary Church Santa Ana
Nancy said,
November 28, 2006 at 7:35 am
I am Nancy and I live in Fayetteville, Arkansas. I attend The Grove church. I am an Executive Assistant with IBM.
I’m divorced and have a 9 year old daughter that is the light of my life!
I also went to Scotland this year! I adore that place! I went early October and was in St. Andrews for most of the time but went to Edinburgh as well. My daughter went with me this year and fell in love with it too. Cheers and Blessings!
Carole said,
November 28, 2006 at 9:19 am
Hello. I’m Carole AKA FeatherIron. I live in Baton Rouge Louisiana, lead a book club life group @ Healing Place Church. Married 12 yrs to super hot Dean and I have 2 children, both miracles, one by birth- Evangeine, she is 10 now and another by adoption- Steele, he is 2 1/2. We are blessed. And I lay it all out there for the world to see on my blog; thewardrobeandthewhitetree.blogspot.com
Joe Kennedy said,
November 28, 2006 at 10:08 am
I’m Joe.
I’m a single, white male… Oh, uh, wrong one…
I’m in New Orleans… you know that… and… I do lots of things, but for now I’m going to seminary.
alissa wilkinson said,
November 28, 2006 at 10:37 am
i’m alissa.
i live in new york city.
i have a day job doing technology stuff and web design, but i’m really an artist/writer/editor.
i found you via relevant, for whom i write, too. :)
Kevin Leggett said,
November 28, 2006 at 1:37 pm
Kevin Leggett
Plainview, TX
web design/reference/management/political side kick to Anne Jackson on Crystal’s blog/father/hubby
Eric said,
November 28, 2006 at 2:00 pm
Eric. Atlanta, GA. Husband, father, web guy for Leading The Way, entrepreneur (Zelosport), blogger (Double3).
Tracy Dyer said,
November 28, 2006 at 5:20 pm
Hi! I just found your site. Nice work!
My name’s Tracy Dyer, I’m a Web Developer in Central Illinois. I’ve been married to my wife Amy for 11 years and have 3 awesome boys.
Skyler Goodman said,
November 29, 2006 at 12:25 am
Hi there…I am Skyler and I am a pastor in Chicago, IL…I love checking out new blogs, seeing what God is doing across the country, longs walks, chinese food, I am ….nevermind I was getting to carried away! Nice to meet you.
Reese said,
November 29, 2006 at 12:37 am
My name is Reese
I am currently in the Florida panhandle
I’m a student, majoring in journalism. I also have a part-time job doing retail merchandising.
I think mozzarella cheese and pineapple taste awesome, together!
Bart Blair said,
November 29, 2006 at 10:14 am
I’m Bart Blair.
Originally, from McKinney, Texas.
Now I’m in Mississauga, Ontario (large city near Toronto)
I’m the Worship Pastor & Creative Arts Director at Grace Community Church.
I’ve been a closet country music fan for the last two years, but I’m slowly starting to let the secret out.
Oh! Now it’s out!
Kimberly said,
November 30, 2006 at 1:15 am
I’m Kimberly. I live in the SF bay area of California. I am a wife and a mom. I prefer those to be my higher priorities than these: I manage the apartment building where we live and coordinate a software training program at a local university. I’ve been off from my univ. work since late september when our second kiddie, an adorable girl, was born. yay! I’m going back to it on Monday. boo!
juli said,
November 30, 2006 at 10:59 pm
i’m juli. i live in northern illinois. i’m a nurse by trade, but would love to be a stay at home mom. my husband is the youth pastor at the crossings church in lake-in-the-hills, il. maybe when the church starts paying him, i can quit (just a hint for any crossings folks out there!) i like anne’s blog alot. i also take anti-depressants (or at least i did until i stopped and went crazy again.) i have a blog and like to write. i wish i could get paid for it. (writing that is) then maybe i really could quit my job, even if mike didn’t get paid. :)
Christi said,
December 1, 2006 at 7:09 pm
Better late than never, right?
I am Christi, currently living in Winona Lake, Indiana. I work for the Christan Performing Artists’ Fellowship and perform as an actress in local concerts. (I’m preparing a more detailed email because we should catch up).
Please check out the website if performing arts interests you.
Christi said,
December 1, 2006 at 7:10 pm
http://www.masterworksfestival.org
kim said,
December 2, 2006 at 3:39 am
hi anne. i am kim. i am in riverside, ca. i work at sandals church. i am the global outreach director. i’m engaged to derek… i enjoy your blog, i cruise by every other week or so to catch up on what you have to say!
Heather said,
December 4, 2006 at 6:36 pm
hi anne, I’m Heather, I’m in Wichita, Ks, formerly of Hutchinson, Ks. (not a big move but it’s progress.) I am a sign language interpreter.
I found your blog originally through a friend who frequents it, only to realize that through six degrees of separation, I KIND of know who you are. I’ve met Chris a couple of time, used to be friends with Todd Davidson during his days with Unified Front, saw the band play several times.
Rick said,
March 28, 2007 at 4:08 pm
Rick. Concise.
Phillip Santillan said,
March 28, 2007 at 4:37 pm
I’m Phil
From Orlando, Fl
Assitant Pastor @ Calvary Chapel South Orlando
Found the site via links to your site from blogging friends of mine
Married and my son is turning 9 months!! That means he’s mobile now!
TD said,
March 28, 2007 at 4:40 pm
Hello,
I’m Tracy (a guy BTW, I blame my mom) from right smack in the middle of Illinois.
I’m a web developer (.Net to be specific … now I probably lost credibility to all those php’ers or rail’ers out there).
I’ve been “lurking” around a while. I actually have no idea how I got here.
I’m a subscriber through Google Reader.
Rich Kirkpatrick said,
March 28, 2007 at 4:41 pm
Thought I responded already to this…since I am truly a Flowerduster…
I am Rich Kirkpatrick and reside in the Northstate of California with my family of four and hybrid hypoallergenic dog. I am a musician, worship leader and guru of sorts. I found this site since all other cool bloggers kept talking about it…and there ya go
connor said,
March 28, 2007 at 4:45 pm
Connor here, checking in from Northern Ireland… think i found you blog through Carlo’s blog… im a student/IT technician/Photographer who lives in belfast, i usually read your blog uing net news lite reader…
Andrew Shepherd said,
March 28, 2007 at 4:51 pm
the title “flowerduster” is surely among the world’s highest honors.
Andrew Shepherd, FlowerDuster
Danielle said,
March 28, 2007 at 5:30 pm
Wow - 52 people! And from around the world….how cool is that?!?
Danielle.
From Minneapolis MN (but grew up on the East Coast in CT).
I serve students who are pursuing their Seminary degree at a distance, and I, too, toy around with pursuing degrees….but am currently a little uncertain of what I am to do next. Ah, such is the adventure called “life!”
Bill said,
March 28, 2007 at 5:34 pm
I’m Bill.
I live in Riverside, CA with my wife and three kids 7,4,2.
I am a senior estimator for a concrete foundation company.
I got here thru Los’ blog.
Melinda said,
March 28, 2007 at 5:53 pm
You recently commented on our mutual friend, Matt Singley’s blog. So I clicked on your comment link and liked what I read.
I am rooted in Beaverton, Oregon, passionate about prayer and fueled by the potential of this budding generation.
You are welcome to find out more about me, by checking out my blog.
http://www.melindalgroth.blogspot.com/
Sarah said,
March 28, 2007 at 6:06 pm
Hi Anne,
Thanks for subscribing. I enjoy your articles immensely. And I get this insane pleasure from visiting a site called ‘flowerdust’, and not having an allergic reaction. I brace myself each time I visit, but as of yet, have not produced a single sneeze.
I’m Sarah…I live in Poetry (by Terrell)
I’m a music student at Dallas Baptist University
I found you by clicking on random blog links. I’ve been lurking for quite some time, since before you started at Lakepointe. Then I realized it was Lakepointe in Rockwall, where I used to go! Small world. Oh, and I found Andrew’s blog through yours.
tony sheng said,
March 28, 2007 at 7:49 pm
Hi Anne,
I’m Tony Sheng and I’m a husband and father. I live in Columbia, MD, between DC and Baltimore. I’m an IT database guy during the day and help out with students in our church as a hobby.
I don’t remember where I found your blog, but I like it.
Andrew Shepherd said,
March 28, 2007 at 8:28 pm
oh, i guess i should do this right.
i am andrew shepherd. i work at lakepointe church in rockwall. we met through blogging in september 2006 when i lived in manhattan. you coerced me to move from there and become your coworker. now, my office is next door to yours. it finally has stuff on the walls (namely, birds). i sometimes come into yours if it isn’t 85 degrees or your door is half-shut. i count emails.
Andrew Shepherd said,
March 28, 2007 at 8:31 pm
and now i am padding your comments, but you were one of the first subscriptions i added upon becoming convinced of the merit of RSS. i’m done.
pete said,
March 28, 2007 at 8:49 pm
pete
loudoun county, va (one of the fastest growing counties in america!)
i work as a tech writer for a video communications co.
i am part-time multi-media guy and volunteer worship lead at Gateway Community Church (South Riding).
i found you via Los about a year ago. i’m not sure why i didn’t add my 2 cents to this post before… so here it be!
oh, and I like buffalo wings and celery.
ryan said,
March 28, 2007 at 9:00 pm
I’m ryan…
Live near Chicago…
I’m a muscian, husband, and pastor of worship arts
I don’t remember how I found you…probably Los. He’s good like that
relevantgirl said,
March 28, 2007 at 9:13 pm
I’m Mary.
I’m in Rockwall, TX.
I’m a full-time novelist and nonfiction book writer.
I met you via Lakepointe.
Sheila said,
March 28, 2007 at 10:00 pm
I’m Sheila.
I live in Spring Lake, Michigan.
I am a stay-at-home mom of three boys (4,3, and 0).
I also volunteer at my church, Spring Lake Wesleyan, helping out with communication projects, as well as anything in children’s ministry. I’m passionate about outreach (living a missional life) and children.
I found you through a comment you made on Tony Morgan’s blog. I thought your words spoke truth and clarity into the conversation and I wanted to hear more. Glad to have found you.
matt singley said,
March 28, 2007 at 11:15 pm
Hey, Matt here. How did I find flowerdust? Ummm…I really don’t know.
I’m on staff at a church in Portland, Oregon. I oversee several departments, all with people working in them that are much more apt than me. That’s a good thing.
On my blog I write primarily to a non-Christian audience, even though I estimate 75%+ of my readers are Christian. I write about what is on my heart, not what may be popular or well-received by my peers. I get the impression that you do the same thing. I will be a loyal reader because of your genuine voice.
Trivia: I have a ridiculously low voice. Subsonic. And no, I don’t work in radio, even though every other person that meets me asks that. Just thought I would throw some trivia in, maybe it will catch on…
Joni Ruhs said,
March 28, 2007 at 11:49 pm
Joni
Aurora, IL
wife of one husband, mom of 3 children, 1 dog and 1 cat
I’m tired and want to go to bed but would rather have ice cream. and the battle ensues.
Jenni Clayville said,
March 29, 2007 at 12:49 am
Who am I: Jenni Clayville
Where am I: Portland, Oregon
What do I do: I’m a Stay-At-Home Mom for a 18 month old, but before that I was the Worship Pastor for Students at Sunset Presbyterian Church. I still get to lead every now and then in our main services, but mostly, I get to sing “The Itsy Bitsy Spider” to a sweet growing little boy.
How’d I get here: Matt Singley’s Blog (www.mattsingley.com). You left a comment there.
Bec said,
March 29, 2007 at 8:46 am
Rebecca, from Melbourne, Australia (and quite envious of whoever said they live in Poetry… that simply sounds nice!)
I found your blog only yesterday and I confess got pretty excited when I;
a) found some great content
b) saw that you work in communication design.
Coincidently, I happen to be studying communication design. So, I am a student and also work part time at a business consulting company.
How did I get here… I think through Jason Clark’s blog. Although seeing the John Smulo name up there and the ‘Relevant’ name thrown around … it was undoubtedly inevitable!
Lynse said,
March 29, 2007 at 9:06 am
Hello, I am Lynse Walls and I live in Birmingham, AL.
I am an Administrative Assistant at Church of the Highlands (Preschool)…I want to do a million things with my life and have no idea where to start.
I started reading in December when i linked to you from Los’ blog. I read the articles that you had written for Relevant and got sucked in.
Now i am here…. :)
Jordan Like the River said,
March 29, 2007 at 9:22 am
I am Jordan.
I dreamed you were blogging about me a few nights ago.
But, I knew it was a dream when I saw what “you” wrote,
because what I was reading had TERRIBLE grammar.
:)
shan said,
March 29, 2007 at 10:12 am
HI, my name is Shannon and i live in California now, but i am from texas (i thought i’d put that since there are so many texans on here). i am a stay-at-home-mom to two little girls (3 yr. old and a 9 mo. old) & i found your blog through my husband (derek paulo)…i’ve seen your comments on his blog, so i check out yours & i love it. i check it pretty much every day.
kim said,
March 29, 2007 at 10:26 am
Hi there. Great to meet you . I’m Kim and I live in Wichita, KS. I visited Texas once. I work as a worship leader at my church, a full-time-sized job which I give only part of my time to. I have two great kids and an awesome husband. My husband recently left his position as youth pastor at our church (a role he had for 12 years) to return to seminary study. He now works in video/media production by day and reads by night. I’m doing the work/family scramble at all times of the day. Have recently awakened to the fact that I love to write, but due to the aforementioned scramble, have yet to dive in deeply. Am consoling myself through blogs like yours, which I found through your work at Relevant. Thanks for sharing your thoughts with us.
Jon Sampson said,
March 29, 2007 at 10:42 am
I live in Pasadena, CA (but grew up in Commerce, TX and went to school in Fort Worth!)
Seminary student and small groups coordinator at a local church.
Just added your blog to my RSS reader a few days ago!
steph said,
March 29, 2007 at 10:58 am
Hi Anne!
My name is Stephanie. I’m a sociology/anthropology student at OSU in Stillwater, Oklahoma. I found you through your “Dirty Girls” article, so however long ago that came out is how long I’ve been reading! I love your blog because your stream of consciousness seems very similar to mine!!
Rob said,
March 29, 2007 at 11:07 am
Hey Anne,
I’m Rob
I live in Cedar Rapids, IA with my beautiful wife.
I work for a communications group at Rockwell Collins.
I found your site through the Mungles site, and I usually lurk, but don’t post much, but I have enjoyed your blog immensely, one of the few I try to read daily.
God is working through you, keep it up!
nooc said,
March 29, 2007 at 11:12 am
I’m Greg aka nooc.
Livin’ in the ‘peg. (Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada)
Husband and father.
On staff at my church part-time (http://www.riverwood .cc) as what we call an Urban Missionary (raise my own support).
At Riverwood I lead “Stir”, a cafe ministry to young adults
and “Render”, a gathering of artists from Riverwood and beyond (http://www.riverwood.cc/render).
I use the other half of my time recovering from a fairly bad case of burn-out.
I’m an over-active cichlid hobbyist (aquarium fish).
I met Anne in ancient mystic days.
Anne Jackson said,
March 29, 2007 at 11:39 am
Thank you alllllll sooooo muuuucccch for commenting! I have found so many new and good blogs. If you have time, click on some of these guys and gals…they have great stuff!!
Andrew Shepherd said,
March 29, 2007 at 11:43 am
you are hearing things, so i am writing this so we don’t have to worry about it anymore.
chris g said,
March 29, 2007 at 1:01 pm
chris g
jupiter, fl
associate pastor
‘yer a rockstar blogger!
Heather said,
March 29, 2007 at 5:03 pm
Hi Anne. I am Heather. I found you through Andrew Shepherd’s blog…he and I are alums of the same university and have some common friends. I live and work in a small college town in a small southern state.
I believe my life is on the cusp of great change and I’m excited and terrified about that…afraid to go, afraid to stay…but God’s bigger than my fears, right?
I’m happy to have found you!
kristiapplesauce said,
March 29, 2007 at 5:36 pm
Kristiapplesauce
Almost in Africa
missions
I like you a lot
Shaula said,
March 30, 2007 at 12:06 pm
Hey Anne, I am Shaula. I live in Virginia Beach. My husband and I planted a church which meets in Norfolk. We have two kids, ages 13 and 8. I have read your articles at Relevant but had never read your blog until I found Carlos’ blog. I don’t think you can read his blog without checking you out. :) I have been reading for two or three weeks via Google Reader.
Denise said,
March 30, 2007 at 12:44 pm
hi anne, i am denise! i am a wife and a homeschooling mommy of 3. i am passionate about worship and community, and have found your blog to be encouraging and insightful. i don’t like to capitalize when i’m typing.
Paul said,
March 30, 2007 at 1:45 pm
I’m Paul, I’m Anne’s little brother
Mansfield, Tehas
Computer geek
Seamonkey 1.1.1
I read annes blog cause anne threatens me saying she’ll kill 15 puppies if I don’t
Vanessa said,
March 31, 2007 at 10:18 am
I am Vanessa and I am on a team raising support to begin a church planting movement in Paris, France. Currently I spend most of my time in St. Louis or Kansas City, MO.
grant... said,
March 31, 2007 at 11:31 pm
grant harrison
little rock arkansas
that worship guy at epoch church
no idea how i got here (but andy’s my friend so maybe i’ve been reading more because of that)
bill said,
April 1, 2007 at 9:17 pm
bill (your father in law)
Grandview MO
Parks & Rec in Jackson County
Emma said,
April 4, 2007 at 1:04 am
Hi, I’m Emma. I’m from Sydney, Australia. I’m a wife, photographer, youth pastor, wannabe writer =) Just stumbled on your blog today.
katherine said,
April 4, 2007 at 12:30 pm
i’m katie
from los angeles, california
i teach 7th grade english in the ghetto.
i just got here. i don’t know how.
Todd said,
April 4, 2007 at 3:44 pm
My name is Todd.
I live in Wichita, KS.
I work in advertising at an awesome firm. I’m specifically focusing on churches, ministries and nonprofit organizations through our teachign and training division, the Creel Institute. We want to help equip those listed above through strategic planning, personal branding and coaching.
I’ve run across your blog from a number of avenues: first from Relevant.com. Then from ShaunGroves.com. Finally from my friend Cliff.
Nina said,
April 4, 2007 at 3:56 pm
Hi there!
I’m Nina.
Living in Franklin, TN (a suburb of good ole’ Nash-vegas).
I’m a student and hope-to-be writer.
Found you through the Ragamuffin himself.
Linda said,
April 5, 2007 at 8:37 pm
Hi All!!
I’m Linda
Living in Kalamazoo, MI
married 32 years pastor’s wife
mom to five great kids 30,29,27,25,23 all college grads
celebrating!!! no more tuition payments
volunteer
found you through Mary De Muth’s blog
tonia said,
April 8, 2007 at 1:03 pm
I’m tonia. I’m in North Carolina. I found you through a relevantmagazine.com article. I liked what I read and so I keep coming back from time to time. :)
Lance Green said,
April 13, 2007 at 1:02 pm
Hi anne, I’m Lance. I live in El Dorado, Arkasas. I am the Director of Student Ministry for First United MEthodist Church. I like good movies, long walks on the beach, etc.. haha. Anyways, I ran across your blog by way of your recent post to relevantmagazine.com. Thank you for your honesty and heart!
rindy said,
April 14, 2007 at 9:22 am
Hi! I’m Rindy and I live in western NY…where they are predicting a huge snow storm tomorrow night (can someone say spring?!).
I am a Christian, single mom of 3 guys, and I work as a physical therapist in a school setting in special education. I clicked on a link from Joni Ruhs to get here, and yes, it’s my first time here. I’m going to take the opportunity to look around a bit….stop on by my site and take a read…
Enjoy the day!!!
Kari said,
April 16, 2007 at 5:20 pm
Hey! I’m Kari. I live in Fort Worth, TX. I am starting a new job next Monday, working childcare at a domestic violence shelter, and I’m really excited about it. I am also in school working on my Bachelor’s in Middle School Education.
I read your movie reviews and I heard you on PowerFM last night, so I thought I’d take a look at your blog.
Lauren said,
April 17, 2007 at 10:42 pm
HI ANNE!!
i stumbled across your website cause of my hubby, matt… and i have checked your writings for the past few days. i like your style, yo.
thanks for the pic posting :) love the way it looks!!! i’m excited to read more of your blog… and looking forward to your next post.
(by the way, i sent my taxes to a dude in houston (actually Alvin, TX) and he is da man… i’m a business owner, and he got me a nice little tax return. you know, just in case you need someone for next year… :) )
Matt said,
April 18, 2007 at 9:10 am
Internet name: kcillini77 (kc for Kansas City, illini for my alma mater, 77 for my birth year)
Real name: Matt Davis
Found your blog: You’re linked from kristiapplesauce and Crystal Renaud’s blogs. I also remember you vaguely from Westside’s young adult groups 5 or 6 years ago.
Gretch-A-Sketch said,
May 17, 2007 at 3:48 pm
Hi, Im Gretchin (29, single mother of 2)
I am from Northeastern Il and I currently work in Childrens Ministry at The Chapel of Lake County.
I LOVE LOVE LOVE your blog! Your humor and your topics are great! Keep it up and I will keep checkin’ back!
rick said,
May 18, 2007 at 9:30 am
Hi. I’m Rick. I live in Tyler and work in Health Insurance (boo!) while waiting to see what God has next for us. I did a hard 15 years on church staff and wonder why I would want to go back, but I do. Wierd, or maybe just called.
the website bio…Husband, Dad, crippled Jesus-Follower, quasi-Deep Thinker, and fan of 80’s Hair Metal
dannyd said,
May 22, 2007 at 3:49 pm
hi anne.
i’m danny, and i work 2 floors below you. i saw the chance to be response #100 and jumped at it.
i live in poetry texas & lead worship at your church in rockwall texas.
i will soon have a blog of my own that i’m sure will have tens of readers.
i sometimes just don’t feel like using the shift key much…
jimmy spencer said,
May 22, 2007 at 9:55 pm
what up!
my name is Jimmy Spencer, I am a former pastor who left my church to more actively serve Jesus–my friends and I have started something called the Campaign to End Consumer Christianity.
Anne will be contributing on our site in a few days and it will remain there for a few weeks as our frontpage article—sweeet!
I am from Chicago right now–but grew up in Akron Oh.
went to Univ. of Missouri
single ["still" as my mother would put it...haha]
what else….? [here is where i insert my catchy "i dont take myself too seriously--so please appreciate my mis-fit toy qualities"]
sorry…all out today….I guess I’m just Spencer.
PEACE.
Madison Richards said,
May 24, 2007 at 9:40 am
Madison - friend of Mary DeMuth’s and fellow Master’s Artist blogger. I live in the Pacific Northwest. I love your transparency!
cori said,
May 25, 2007 at 12:46 am
i’m cori. i met you via matt singley while visiting texas for a conference in frisco for a fabulous tour of lake pointe. (we coveted your student ministry building, but shhh, coveting=not good according to the Bible, etc)
my job: i moved from doing communication stuff (at the time it wasn’t as cool as what you do now) for a church in happy valley, oregon (neighbor to boring, oregon) to work with small groups and “spiritual formation”… i find irony in my job daily as one of two (three actually, but the third is engaged and therefore does not count) single people on staff and thusly works with marriage ministries. yes, its true. when single people get engaged, they come to me to help them get married. as a single person, this is lovely. therefore, my next ministry project is a singles ministry. hmm. well, so, yeah. not sure why i am rambling about this. pent up frustration? hmm.
it was great meeting you, and now i feel connected to the world of cool young writers and artists. i also had to check out the office mates’ blog to see for myself who this guy who has many amusing allergies and a ’spartan’ office is like. i was impressed by his blog where he mentions starbucks guy, not only because i recently learned was a dopia (sp?) was (me: non-coffee drinker) but was mesmerized by the mention of such beautiful blue eyes. you didn’t mention that when we toured. haha.
ok, this is getting long. the end.
Leslie Brooke said,
May 25, 2007 at 10:16 am
I’m brooke.
I live off the sunny southern coast of Georgia.
I’m a wife, student, part time employee. One day I want to work in photography/design.
I just found your blog today thru http://www.ragamuffinsoul.com.
Love Wins.
RandyC said,
May 25, 2007 at 12:02 pm
I’m Randy. Terry Storch said I had to start reading your blog if I wanted to keep my job :)
Anna said,
May 28, 2007 at 6:04 pm
who are you?
where are you?
whaddya do?
how’d you get here?
I’m Anna. :) I’ve commented a few times already but I realized I hadn’t answered this one yet. I’m from Ohio and go to school in Michigan. I’m a student, as you may have deduced from that — going into my senior year. I got here through another blog… Diane’s Little Journey of Faith maybe? I think that’s what it was. I’ve enjoyed reading so far so I’m sticking around. :)
joshua longbrake said,
May 31, 2007 at 4:02 pm
hello. i am joshua. that’s pretty much about it.
Dianne said,
June 5, 2007 at 6:12 am
Hi I’m Dianne form Oldham, nr Manchester, UK. I read some blogs including yours but always have a strange reluctance to comment!
I am a doctor, looking for new work and direction at the moment
I got to your blog via contact thru”clan orrock”
Billy Chia said,
June 11, 2007 at 2:02 am
Billy Chia
Evansville, IN
I am a husband, father, and volunteer worship leader. I wait tables for money.
Los Whittaker sent me here.
Oddly enough, my blog is called “Inept as Icing”
I may need to apologize in advance for ripping off this extremely clever way to meet new people and implementing it on my blog in the future.
God bless.
Steven said,
June 11, 2007 at 9:54 am
I am Steven.
I live in Memphis, TN (born and raised)
I am a videographer at the NBC affiliate in Memphis (WMC TV).
I got here through Los and have been reading ever since.
Randy said,
June 11, 2007 at 12:46 pm
Randy,
Lee’s Summit Missouri
I saw mentioned of Kansas City and the band United Front which I seem to remember from years ago. I think I played with them once. Do you know them? Ever heard of “dreamer”(band).
Anyways, I work as a network admin at http://www.commercebank.com
I’m married and I have two boys …..and that still blows my mind….OMG I have to boys. :)
drew.martin said,
June 13, 2007 at 12:44 pm
i am drew martin. i’m in hot springs, arkansas, the spa city. i’m a student going in to the 10th grade. outside of school i play music and have sparked a passion of design and photography. i traversed here from andy’s site. i have wondered who the flowerduster was for quite awhile, yet never had the time to explore and find out more.
Tyler said,
June 13, 2007 at 6:34 pm
I’m Tyler
I live in Grand Island, NE
I am a middle school computers teacher, as well as the part time youth pastor at my church.
Jodi said,
June 15, 2007 at 4:11 pm
I’m Jodi.
I’m from New York State
I’m a wannabe writer
I found this website on accident, but I’m glad that I did.
Daniel said,
June 20, 2007 at 1:52 am
I’m Daniel. I live in Dallas in the Turtle Creek area. I am an IT consultant here and in New York (the commute will kill ya).
I found your site when searching for the Pope’s “10 commandements of driving” after hearing about it on the news. It surprised me that your site came up first (as opposed to the Vatican’s site, other religious sites, or other news sites). Furthermore, it surprised me that we were both in the Dallas area. The more I looked at your site, the more I realized that we had in common, not the least of which was that we both end up working late. I too am tired and heading to bed. Thanks for sharing your time and thoughts!
stephanie said,
June 22, 2007 at 8:26 am
My name is Stephanie. I’ve been teaching English in South Korea for three years, but I’ll be coming back to the States in early September. This is the first time I’ve been to your site. I found it through Terry Storch’s blog. I’ve read through several of your posts… I’ll be sure to come back!
Jan Edmiston said,
June 26, 2007 at 9:55 am
Hi Anne –
I’m Jan, a Presbyterian minister in the Washington, DC area and I noticed you b/c you were the only woman listed in a long list of Christian bloggers. How’s it going?
Abe said,
June 28, 2007 at 4:33 pm
Anne,
Nice to meet you, I am a Husband and Father of three boys and one gurl on the way, the gurl we are in the process of adopting from China. I live in Tampa, Fl, but have been a gypsy and lived all over. I found your blog through Los and the whole Sicko post. I love to blog as well and do not get to do it enough as I would like, better than not at all I guess?
I helped start a Church here locally called Church at the Bay and we are starting our second year with about 500 people attending. I produce the services coordinating lighting, sound and tech.
Hope you bladder gets paid off soon!
Nathan said,
June 28, 2007 at 9:05 pm
I’m Nathan.
I live in Dallas.
I’m a video producer/editor.
Link from the Mungle Show
Brian Davis said,
June 30, 2007 at 3:35 pm
Hi Anne,
I am Brian Davis, and currently I’m the tehcnical director of Fellowship Bible Church Dallas. I was the tech director at Lake Pointe for about 8 months before Wes Hartley arrived on the scene and started rocking everyone’s world.
I live in Garland, TX with my wife and our three kids.
you have a nice blog. Added it to google reader today.
Bart said,
July 2, 2007 at 1:44 pm
Hi Anne.
My name is Bart. We chatted long ago when you were in KC. I worked for a “religious” non-profit in St. Louis for seven years before coming to KC. Started attending Westside a few years ago and am active on the volunteer front.
I love Apple computers, but think the iPhone is a trainwreck waiting to happen.
Also love movies (something we have in common.)
betsyboo said,
July 3, 2007 at 12:00 am
I’m Betsy.
I live near Burbank, CA and work in the Entertainment Industry.
Relevant–> your myspace–> blog link.
We befriended each other through myspace, and now I’m a semi-frequent visitor.
I’m from Wylie, TX (& NW Indiana), so I share that special “Dallas suburb” connection with you. I also know how to pronouce Sachse correctly, which means that we’re practically kin. Yeah…I dunno about “kin,” but it sounded like something a Southerner might say. You know, like “bless your heart” or “save that bacon grease.”
Anyhow, I love your writing.
nancy said,
July 3, 2007 at 2:00 pm
Nancy
I live in Plano.
5 kids - ages 18 through 12
4 bios/1 adopted
my passion is volunteering for things bigger than me:
89.7 PowerFM
Collide Festival
Rock The Desert
The Amazing Change
Mission Trips
i found your blog through the little chit chat going back and forth on Shaun Groves blog today. “Frick” “Hummer”… : )
Dave said,
July 3, 2007 at 7:24 pm
Hi Anne,
I’m Dave. I live in Oak Park, CA. My day job is a Facilities Planner for Northrop Grumman and by night I am now the interim youth pastor for Agoura Bible Fellowship. I am new to your site as I just found it today when I was snooping around the Church Marketing Sucks site and came across the Mad Church Disease stuff.
Looking forward to it.
Hope said,
July 5, 2007 at 2:59 pm
Hi Anne,
My name is Hope. I’m a postal inspector by day and the rest of the time I lead a Life Group or teach at Life Centre in Ottawa. Our Senior Pastor Jason Boucher blogged about the Mad Church Disease so I took the quiz and I’ve been checking out your blog ever since. Love it!
Melissa said,
July 6, 2007 at 1:36 pm
Hey Anne,
Great site…here goes,
Melissa
Ft. Lauderdale, FL area
Membership Pastor (and Small Groups)
(Husband is a Pastor as well…makes things interesting at our house)
got here through the swerve site…
Glad I clicked on the Mad Church Disease and completed the questionnaire…I am super psyched about your findings! Great idea, super Blog!
Oh…I want to and am writing as well (seems there were a lot of those out there)
Fay said,
July 7, 2007 at 1:25 pm
Fay, 31, South Florida
Freelance writer, blog stalker
Found your blog through Ragamuffin Soul and Relevant
:)
Kevin Bussey said,
July 10, 2007 at 3:52 pm
who are you? Kevin Bussey
where are you? Charlotte, NC
whaddya do? Transitioning a church
how’d you get here? I took your Mad Church Survey–Ouch!
jen said,
July 11, 2007 at 9:51 am
i’m jen
currently in baltimore, md
i am ‘just’ a stay at home mom and wife
found you because my husband had met you in la and thought i’d like you, he was right….
Isaac said,
July 11, 2007 at 1:25 pm
I’m Isaac Downing.
I live halfway between Chicago & St Louis in Peoria.
(not in this order)
I’m a worship leader, a blogger, a husband and (almost) a father.
I can’t remember. I’ve lurked for several months now.
ginger said,
July 12, 2007 at 2:03 pm
hi. i’m ginger.
i grew up in nashville, but now i live in dallas.
i’m an editor for a nonprofit organization downtown, but i also do freelance writing.
i found you through relevant… great stuff!
Brad said,
July 17, 2007 at 4:47 pm
I’m Brad
Kansas City, MO
I’m an architect
Found you through Relevant
Jonathan Stegall said,
July 24, 2007 at 7:00 am
I guess I should introduce myself. I’m Jon. I live in Atlanta, and I’m a web designer, a husband, and I help out at Revolution Church. I found you through Relevant.
Faith said,
July 24, 2007 at 12:09 pm
I’m Faith.
I live in Chesham, England, which I guess is a suburb of London, but I’m from the great state of North Carolina.
I work in Communications(website, print, all that stuff that everyone else here seems to do) for a charity called Toybox(Let the street children live!). I’m really a writer, don’t be fooled.
I found you today by accident, starting at the Relevant Magazine website. And I think you’re nice. And I’d like to have an expensive latte at church with you and that ‘Neener’ person up there.
Roland Thomas Gilbert said,
July 24, 2007 at 11:44 pm
I feel like such a ‘noob’ at this … but here goes …
Roland Gilbert, Communications Director for Firewheel Church, Garland, TX. In a former life, I was Promotions Director with KWRD 100.7FM, then 94.9FM KLTY in Dallas before answering God’s call to church communications. Rick Walker of ‘Powertalk’ with KVRK 89.7 Power FM in Dallas is an old friend of mine, too. I’m a husband, father of three, and otherwise writer wanna-be.
I found you through Bob Bickford’s “Bick’s Quicks” with Springcreek Community Church in Garland. We hooked up and had lunch a few months ago.
theultrarev said,
July 25, 2007 at 11:07 am
I’m Steven. I live in upstate NY with my wife and 4.5 kids. I pastored for 10 years and now serve in a parachurch ministry directing evangelistic festivals.
Found you by taking your MadChurch survey.
Joshua said,
July 25, 2007 at 11:53 am
I’m game…
I’m Joshua
I’m in Perrysburg, Ohio
I am a video producer and live video director at CedarCreek Church
I also am on a journey to lose 200 pounds, and video blogging the whole thing.
http://www.loveisthemovement.com
Joe Louthan said,
July 25, 2007 at 4:37 pm
who are you?
Joe Louthan
where are you?
Dallas, TX (similar to Neener in that I live in this pocket close to Addison, Carrollton and Plano but actually have a Dallas address to prove it. The suburbs can have me when I am pushing up daisies.)
whaddya do?
I am formerly a 12 year Systems Administrator who has had the calling to ministry placed on his heart and has been doing some hardcore praying and fasting. I am separated (who, again, prays for God’s hand in my marriage) and the proud dad of a 5 year old boy whom I get to see every other weekday and every weekend all weekend long.
how’d you get here
via LifeChurch.tv’s swerve blog
I know somebody who goes to Lake Pointe and have been invited out to attended that church. I have to make it over there sometime soon. I currently attending Gateway Church in Southlake, TX.
Joey said,
July 30, 2007 at 9:33 am
Hello
I’m Joanna
I live in Edinburgh (Scotland!)
I’m a doctor (just!)
I found your blog through Joshua Longbrake’s blog
nice to ‘meet’ you!
Messy Christian said,
August 1, 2007 at 7:36 pm
My name is Elizabeth, and I live in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia which is in South East Asia. :) I’m a journalist and I found your blog accidently while googling for … something I can’t even remember.
Casey Ross said,
August 5, 2007 at 9:33 pm
My name is Casey Ross.
I am in Greenville, SC.
I am the Lead Pastor of Catalyst Church.
I got here from LifeChurch.tv’s swerve blog.
anna said,
August 10, 2007 at 12:18 am
Hey Anne,
How long were you in Scotland? Was it just for a visit or did you live there? I was a missionary there last year– in Aberdeen — just got back two months ago. It was hard to leave; I miss it very much. Now I’m the chaplin at a christian school in Olympia, WA and saving money so that I can get my Masters Degree at Regent in Vancouver, BC. I hope to return to Scotland many times in my life.
kate said,
August 11, 2007 at 3:52 pm
who?
kate corley
where?
branson, mo
do?
teach art, nanny kids, hug my boyfriend, drink sprite, be constantly amazed at how many cool people there are in the world that i randomly discover and think, ‘where have you been all my life?!’…
i have a hunch you’re in that category.
John T. said,
August 11, 2007 at 9:27 pm
Anne, Thank-you so much for stopping by my humble little corner of the internets, your comment was greatly appreciated.
I am one of the aforementioned ‘lurkers’ that has enjoyed your blog for a long time (thanks to the ministrations of Los). I cannot wait to read your book.
who are you? I am John
where are you? I live in the ‘World’s Round-up City’ Pendleton, Oregon! (we have a rodeo here)
whaddya do? I am a Residential Services Manager for the County Mental Health Agency
how’d you get here? by following the direction of Ragamuffin Soul.
Daryl said,
August 12, 2007 at 7:16 am
Hey. Just thought I’ll say hi since it’s my first time here. (So technically I had never ‘lurked’ around before.)
Who?
Daryl
Where?
Singapore. It’s a cool city. And probably I’m first one from Asia to leave a comment. (I’m too lazy to go through all 144 comments.) (:
What?
I’m still a student. High school.
How?
Relevant mag.
So enjoy your coffee and God bless. (:
Sarah Markley said,
August 13, 2007 at 12:16 am
Sarah Markley
Orange, California
Ex-middle school teacher, wife and mama of 2 little girls, newbie blogger (addict for sure) and flowerdust-lurker
Can’t remember how I found you but I love you all the same. You have a lot to say and I love to read!
Deborah said,
August 15, 2007 at 2:53 pm
Hey Hey,
My name is Deb,
Originally from Corpus Christi TX, currently in San Antonio, TX.
I found your blog via some articles you wrote in Relevant Magazine. Ya, your blog pretty much rocks!
Thanks!
Jenny Jack said,
August 16, 2007 at 9:24 am
I must confess…I am “lurking” for the first time on your blog today, trying to solve a mystery…someone found my blog through your blog, and I have been at a loss to figure out how, as I’ve never met her or you! Mystery has been solved…apparently my dad is my shameless promoter;-).
So, I am Jenny Jack
Living in Glasgow, Scotland, and always up for visitors! It looks as though you like it here…would love to meet you if you’re ever back in the area…
I’m a spiritual director and retreat planner through Church Resource Ministries out of Anaheim, CA.
Really enjoying perusing your blog!
JJ
Carol said,
August 18, 2007 at 5:23 am
Anne, you possess intangible tools of love,understanding,compassion, and faith. Your blog is so relevant and real. Brings pardon where there has been injury in a life that we all casually cross paths in daily work…helps turn doubt into faith in a person whom we live intimately in our circle of family / friends. . . . Brings joy into a life consumed by sadness. . . Bears note of dignity into a subhuman, hopeless situation. Ah . . I’m motivated toCARE, and even CARE more. I am Pastor’s Wife of thirty-six years (my passion/ladies’ ministry) and since March have become an avid blogger.
Keep up the superior, phenomenal (soooo sharp) blogs. I have yet to find one that tops your’s! I found your blog through Google.
T.J. said,
August 19, 2007 at 4:23 pm
Hi! I’m T.J. a former female disc-jockey. Got saved at 13 in a little Methodist Church…at 18 I said ‘check ya later God’…THIS IS MY LIFE AND I’M LIVING IT THE WAY I WANT TO…..so I did….and it ended up in one horrible mess..abortion, occult, sex with a minor (from my DJ days) porn….shacking up..pregnant.. quickly married, miscarriage….soon after divorce….ending up in my parents basement like a worm. Still rocking though…rock concert after rock concert…MISERABLE….finally at a VAN HALEN concert Jesus broke thru my thick-skulled rebellion and gave me a VISION OF HELL…the ground at the concert opened up and people started going down into the bottomless pit..I was on my way down with them….THAT WAS IT….THE NIGHT OF THE REVOLUTION…..I GOT SAVED FOR REAL…….not from the heart of a child but from the heart of a prodigal rebel. I was already living in hell and knew it…Jesus just showed me my ETERNAL destination was also hell…forever…and that is the night i became SOLD OUT…..the world behind me….the cross before me….Now I am 100% different than I was bvack then….15 years now as a blowtorch……not a roller coaster up and down….on fire-then depressed, doubting, questioning faithless follower…but A CHRIST ONLY FOLLOWER…..it’s wonderful…
married to a good man, John…….I have twin sons…Canaan Landis…(for the Promised Land) and Jordan River cause the Hebrews had to cross it to get on over…..
My purpose is to train up my sons to KNOW THE LORD and to WALK WITH HIM…..we don’t do or watch alot of what the rest of the church does..it’s okay…..to know Jesus is better than LIFE! I work part-time at McDonald’s while my sons are in Christian school (huge financial sacrifice, but worth every penny!) ANd while I’m there mopping and cleaning off tables and keeping the lobby clean I’m sharing my faith and praying for people. Jesus is the answer. And Mcdonald’s is like a microcosim of the world…they all have the same needs….JESUS TO BREAK IN !!!
Girl Gone Wild said,
August 21, 2007 at 9:16 pm
Who - Jen
Where - Ozarks
What - I’m an SEO gal (legitimately!)…wife to a Pastor…mother to 2 boys (and a few other rodents thrown in for measure)
How - It had something to do with the Mad book.
Pretty interesting blog…
Joylene said,
August 22, 2007 at 12:35 am
I am Joylene.
I live in Dalton, GA.
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist and a leader with my husband’s young adult ministry Matthew’s Table.
My husband Jeff told me I MUST check out your blog for its authenticity, good writing, interesting thoughts, etc.
so hi.
Jake said,
August 22, 2007 at 2:10 pm
Hey Anne, I’m Jake Miller.
I’m the Stewardship/Groups guy at Catalyst Church in Greenville, SC. i’ve been a long time reader of your stuff, and since you commented on my blog the other night I figured it was high time I did the same! Thanks for doing what you do, it’s great!
Michael said,
August 23, 2007 at 10:34 am
WHO?
Michael Harrison
WHERE?
Virginia?
WHAT?
Lead Pastor, http://www.thecommunityfellowship.org
HOW?
Got here through David Anderson (Moviepastor.com) and looking forward to learning about Mad Church Disease….
John L said,
August 27, 2007 at 11:29 am
Hi Anne,
Surfed over from craig’s blog (love the grace tattoo). Looking forward to what appears to be an important book on “ecclesial health.” Reading a book now called Pagan Christianity (soon to be re-released by George Barna) and realizing yet again that the way we “do church” today bears little resemblance to the bible, or even the first 200-250 years of church history. Maybe that’s our fundamental illness? We have institutionalized, formalized, stratafied, professionalized, and mega-fied something that was intended to remain organic, holistic, horizontal, participative, and deeply communal.
about me:
- serial entrepreneur / INTJ
- farmer
- musician / producer
- sierra foothills, N. California
peace and grace, JL
Lon said,
August 30, 2007 at 3:24 pm
Hey Anne, my name’s Lon.
I can’t recall if i’ve ever dropped a comment here or not, but I’ve been lurking your site from time to time for years.
I’m based in Toronto, and am a currently a seminary student hoping to church plant in the near future.
Just wanted to say I love the honesty in your writings, and you’ve got a great ability to engage people
peace
Alan B. said,
September 3, 2007 at 7:54 pm
Anne,
I’m Alan, a pastor of a fairly traditional church in South Tx. Been lurking about 1x per month on your site, and am real interested in Mad Church Disease. After reading your testimony of espionage and the battles of your family, I am now disturbed that I might be doing the same thing to my daughter. Luckily, this Labor Day weekend, I had arranged to skip church (we went somewhere where nobody knew us), did nothing at all, didn’t even call to see how services went. it felt good. I could get used to having Sundays off!! I love what I do, just don’t want it to negatively affect my daughter’s faith (she’s 11). thanks
Lori said,
September 4, 2007 at 6:23 pm
Hello! My name is Lori and I am from the Chicago area. I am in between jobs and getting ready to start grad school for counseling. I read one of your articles on relevantmagazine.com and loved your authenticity and honest, so decided to check out your blog! Thanks for impacting the world with your gift.
Nate said,
September 4, 2007 at 6:38 pm
Hi, I am Nate, I live in Portland, Oregon - well to be honest I am now in Vancouver B.C. with my wife. I am a writer or trying to be a writer and I found you by searching blogs.
Jamie said,
September 9, 2007 at 6:54 pm
Hi, I’m jamie,
Sporadic lurker via my music pastor Carlos’ page. He’s since moved on from sandals, (sigh). Now I have my own blog, nothing much yet, but my interests are (and will be included in my page):
Politics, the middle east, islam, terrorism, christianity (I am one, but am still fascinated by the culture), and the little things in life.
Nice to meet you.
Carter said,
September 9, 2007 at 10:55 pm
My name is Carter. I live in Dandridge, TN. I’m a grad student at the University of Tennessee. I was googling, which is something I do very often, and came across a link to your blog. So I lurked for a while and decided to introduce myself :) Nice to meet you!
Donna N said,
September 21, 2007 at 12:38 pm
I’m Donna
I live in Valdosta, Georgia.
I work as an office administrator for a local CPA firm.
I found your website through Shaun Grove’s website through Sue Smith’s website at Write About Jesus!
I am soaking it all in. Thanks for sharing!
Molly Moore said,
September 26, 2007 at 12:13 pm
I’m Molly Moore.
Lawrenceville, GA (subarb of Atlanta in North Gwinnett County)
I’m a wife and mother of two (K & 5th).
I am a speech therapist by trade… have worked with all ages (birth - close to death… specialize in the pediatrics).
My true passion is photography, so that’s what I’m mostly doing right now.
I lead a D-Group (high school girls) on Wednesday nights at my church, Hamilton Mill United Methodist, and I LOVE them!
Shawn Bashor said,
October 1, 2007 at 7:33 am
I’m Shawn
I’m from Jupiter…no seriously Jupiter, FL.
I’m a Retinal angiographer/photographer
I got here by method of borth from my mother, but more directly from Shaun Groves’ blog, which I go to from Brant Hansen’s blog, which he e-mailed me and gave me the address to.
Neil said,
October 4, 2007 at 8:13 am
My name is Neil Smith
I am an associate pastor at Oasis World Outreach in Zephyrhills, FL
I’ve been married 20 years,have two daughters
Have a huge passion for ministry in Kenya, go there a couple times a year
I got here through Clay Noe’s blog and really enjoy reading here!
Oh yeah, I too am a Starbuck’s addict, a Grande Caffe Mocha with a shot of vanilla!
Sean Pritzkau said,
October 5, 2007 at 9:06 am
I’m Sean Pritzkau.
I live in Rochester, NY and go to The Father’s House [tfhny.org]
I’m realllly excited for the book. We’re friends on facebook and I somehow stumbled on your blog from Craig Groeschels.
I’m contemplating adding your feed.
Yup I decided I will.
[click!]
Kamsin said,
October 5, 2007 at 11:37 am
who are you? - Kamsin
where are you? - Canterbury, UK
whaddya do? - EFL teacher to Japanese students, also a traveler, blogger and lover of cake
how’d you get here? - I don’t remember, been lurking for a while, maybe from a Relevant article ages ago.
Jeff said,
October 7, 2007 at