Amazing

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 I’ll be honest. I’m still mourning Ozzy. So much in my life was shaped by him. He was an awesome person. 

Randoms

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Here are five easy ways to beat writer's block. Number 4 looks fun!

Looking for a good movie? "That's What I Am" is a new release starring Ed Harris.  This is the story of a 12-year-old boy who "is convinced he's been pushed toward social suicide when his teacher pairs him up for a project with the school's biggest reject. But the boys form an unexpected bond when bullies turn their attention to an unlikely target." Netflix has it on Instant.


Creativity--the sure sign we are made in God's image:

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