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Art, Richard Nixon, Middle School and more

Middle school memories for some reason pop up at the strangest times. Back in the day when wood shop class also meant you had an art class as well as the horror of having upper class men the size of Goliath.

I hated wood shop. We made tie racks. I did not wear ties in sixth grade. But, making a sculpture in art class enchanted me. While some were creating ash trays, pencil holders and primitive dishes or mugs I embarked on controversy. I made a bust of Richard Nixon. Why? Well, an artist does things for reaction and even in Middle School politics were fun. This was the late 70s after all. (more…)

Cafe Bravo in Murrieta, CA…yummy

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Most of my readers know already that I love good coffee. So, when Cafe Bravo opened in Murrieta I was hopeful for a good experience. They deliver! The rosetta was a nice touch, too. Cafe Bravo is a local boutique roasting company. Their beans are made right here in the valley and are tops! Look for their grand opening.

Christian Art: what the Church is doing good at right now…music

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It seems clear to me that in many areas the Christian Church in American, in particular the Evangelical branch, is doing some things in art fairly well. One of those is music. Sure, when it comes to visual art, and even film, we are still working in baby steps to influence and be on the edge. But, in music, the influence on culture in the West is apparent in what we see on the surface both in form and in substance. Here are some observations to support this. (more…)

Doodle of the week: Emoticon and Focus!

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We had a staff meeting where we were to draw a face of what we feel like about our job. And the “Focus” thing is the one thing we would change.

Any thoughts?

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