I don't like coffee. Trust me. I have tried. I have tried many different types of coffee. I have tried coffee with cream, sugar, lots of sugar, lots of cream, and coffee from some the "supposed" best coffee joints around. Always the same result; gagging and choking followed by an urgent need to find something to get the nasty taste out of my mouth.
Yet, where ever you go, people are always trying to give you coffee with little regard for those of us who can't stand the stuff. Meetings, church, hotels, restaurants, they all will offer you coffee, often for free. However, if you want a Mt. Dew or other beverage, you have to cough up some cash.
The other thing I don't understand about coffee is this obsession with Starbucks and other expensive coffees. I suppose my opinion here is bias, due the fact that a $1 cup of coffee tastes just as gross as a $5 cup of coffee. Does coffee at Starbucks really taste that much better than coffee at Speedway? Now, McDonald's is trying to make gourmet coffee; I know that because every time I drive up to get my Egg McMuffin lately, they ask if I would like to try an "Iced Mocha" or some other yuck. Keep your coffee, just give me my Egg McMuffin.
Today, I am calling up on all coffee haters - join me in my rebellion! Let us rid ourselves of this liquid curse for good! Ok, so there is really no need to rebel. But it would be nice to get some free Mt. Dew once in a while.
Peace.
Bill
Thursday, January 14, 2010
Tuesday, January 12, 2010
What to do with my life...
Hey, friends. Can we talk? I have something going on, and need an ear to listen, or in this case, eyes to read. I once again find myself standing at crossroads in my career. My current job is a grant funded position, and while I enjoy it very much, my contract ends in June with little hope of being renewed. Thus, for about the third time in my adult life, I find myself asking, "what do I want to be when I grow up?" Naturally, I have been putting a lot of thought, prayer, and consideration into this question. I have sought the advice of trusted friends, and relatives. I have also taken a couple of career aptitude tests that were of some help, but they really just reaffirmed what I already knew; that I should be in career that helps people. What a big surprise.
One test also suggested I become a writer. This is something that I have considered over the years, and is very appealing to me. I love to write. The problem is that I have no educational background in writing, I have no idea where to start, and need to make money to help support the family while I am writing. One of my resolutions for 2010 is to get my children's book ideas to a publisher and see if anyone is interested. I have always heard, "write what you know." So, I may just do that. In the mean time, I need a real job. One that pays real money, so I can drive my real car, and eat some real food, and pay my real mortgage.
I have also considered returning to ministry, but my experiences there were not very good. Thus, I am not sure I want to take that leap again. Also, we do not want to leave Cincinnati, so if I did return to ministry, it would have to be in Cincinnati. I know that sounds rather limiting of God, but our daughter with Down syndrome needs the resources we can get here. I did enjoy the teaching and hand-holding ministry parts, but I did not do church politics well. I would also like to work for a school system or hospital, but again, am lacking the necessary education. Going to school to get a teaching degree is another option, but that requires money, and for money I need a job. It is a vicious cycle.
Well, that is where I am in my professional life right now. Thanks so much for taking the time to listen (read). I would love your feedback, encouragement, and even a kick in the pants or two. So feel free to pass those along.
Peace.
One test also suggested I become a writer. This is something that I have considered over the years, and is very appealing to me. I love to write. The problem is that I have no educational background in writing, I have no idea where to start, and need to make money to help support the family while I am writing. One of my resolutions for 2010 is to get my children's book ideas to a publisher and see if anyone is interested. I have always heard, "write what you know." So, I may just do that. In the mean time, I need a real job. One that pays real money, so I can drive my real car, and eat some real food, and pay my real mortgage.
I have also considered returning to ministry, but my experiences there were not very good. Thus, I am not sure I want to take that leap again. Also, we do not want to leave Cincinnati, so if I did return to ministry, it would have to be in Cincinnati. I know that sounds rather limiting of God, but our daughter with Down syndrome needs the resources we can get here. I did enjoy the teaching and hand-holding ministry parts, but I did not do church politics well. I would also like to work for a school system or hospital, but again, am lacking the necessary education. Going to school to get a teaching degree is another option, but that requires money, and for money I need a job. It is a vicious cycle.
Well, that is where I am in my professional life right now. Thanks so much for taking the time to listen (read). I would love your feedback, encouragement, and even a kick in the pants or two. So feel free to pass those along.
Peace.
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