26 Jul, 2008
I have these two beautiful nephews that I love as my own. I was planning to go see them this weekend, but plans were interrupted by the death of my sister's friend's father. My prayer go out to that family having recently experienced the death of my own father. When I was planning a trip to see the boys, I called to ask the oldest boy (6 years old) what he would like me to bring him as a gift. I knew the 2 year-old would want whatever his brother had. My nephew was at a day camp and I left word that I wanted to talk with him about this gift. My sister did not really want me to ask him what he wanted because she did not want me to feel as if I needed to show up with gifts. I waited excitedly to hear what would he want. I knew his wants would represent the stage of his life and fill me in on some of his life I miss day to day. I hurt that I am not with him all the time and miss out of small details. The gift would be insight. Was he still into Cars (Disney) had he moved beyond the 10,000 Playmobil items I have searched for and purchased in the past? Did he still like airplanes?? As I thought of all the things he could name, I realized God must also want to know what we want because it is deep insight into our heart, maturity, insecurities, fears, and pleasures. I believe God is all knowing, but think He also loves hearing these wants. I am sure He loves that we draw close enough to him to share these. This actually convicted me because sometimes I get tired of praying over and over the same prayer. I think how many times do I have to pray this to be heard, or even to cover myself. The truth is it is not about repeating the words. It is about drawing close. I still don't know what my precious boy wants. But, I sit and wait and will be thrilled to know.26 Jul, 2008
If I Produced The Bachelor TV Show...When I am doing my VERY brief work I always have crazy ideas and if it is Saturday,like today, I actually have time to blog about them. Who has not tuned in for at least one of The Bachelor/Bachelorette show?
I know lots of people have watched,because these reality "stars"-I guess they are stars-go on to have a career based on their limited appearance on this show. Magazines buy their baby pictures, they host other shows, they become news anchors, run for office...
First, let me tell what I hate about the show. Then I will share my idea for a twist
"The Fantasy Suite" which glorifies one night stands with multiple people! Who knows what goes on behind close doors? But, we are lead to believe things are happening that are not for the cameras. Are the morals of our world crumbling so much that no one else thinks sleeping with 3 different guys you have known a few weeks and know you will never see at least 2 of them again-is not disgusting?
Now for my idea. (For example purposes I am using Bachelorette as the show) Have two bachelorettes. The two can be very much alike in they are both a size 0,young and beautiful. Or the two can be very different. Sporty/Girly, Funny/Serious, Career Oriented/M.R.S. degree, or the old North/South.
When you have two bachelors you add many,many twist. The girls do not know if the men are more into the other girl and playing them (like real life) The girls do not know who the other woman is eliminating because and a guy cut by one girl may stay on the show with another. (I have not worked out the details on how you would keep that a secret from the girls without the men letting on that someone is gone.) Then there is a likely hood that two women are at their own final rose ceremony with the same guy. Talk about the most dramatic rose ceremony ever. Or you end up with two different couples. If the girls are down to the last 4 with totally different men. Then you could move the women in together and let them discuss their choices and help the other choose...
I think this would be very interesting and add life to the show.
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