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Re: Living Between Status Updates

billkcummings — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 13:09:33 -0000

Hi, Rebecca... thanks for the feedback on how you're currently working through this and trying to figure it out.

Re: Bono's Non-Top Ten... For The Next Ten

billkcummings — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 19:15:53 -0000

Hey Doug...

I think there is a "flattening" of the old-guard, top-down, flowchart structure even in the business world - where employees are considered part of the team and where their opinions, ideas and critiques matter. But you are probably right that the inverted pyramid would definitely have its flaws in a traditional business setting.

Thanks for sharing your thoughts, my friend!

Re: Letting The Bible Live Again

billkcummings — Sun, 13 Dec 2009 19:34:24 -0000

Thanks, Randy (or Yogi :). It certainly is an adventure of learning (and sometimes un-learning). But I think it is complicated.... because life is complex. I really don't think there is any validity to the "God said it. I believe it. That settles it." type of thinking. I'm trying to learn to let people into the tension of my life... and to be honest with them that I too have questions... that don't have easy answers. If I'm honest I don't always live with an intense desire to know him and to love him and to love others... but I still believe that is the best way... and deep in my heart I know He loves me... and so His love keeps drawing me back to Him like a magnet. And the adventure continues...

Re: Letting The Bible Live Again

billkcummings — Sun, 13 Dec 2009 19:18:47 -0000

Denise... I think of that all the time. I wish that was the case too. You and Ryan are on our hearts constantly. Love you guys!!

Re: Letting The Bible Live Again

billkcummings — Sun, 13 Dec 2009 19:17:35 -0000

Thanks, Swisher! There are many conversations you, Cherie and I have shared that have a lot to do with this. It's definitely another book you can borrow. You can raid my library anytime!

Re: Bummed For (And Impressed By) Tom Watson

billkcummings — Wed, 22 Jul 2009 13:05:14 -0000

Waluk... you are always good for going a few layers below the surface and providing an alternative perspective. I love the Gordie Howe reference. Although he was mainly a part of your beloved Red Wings, I love that his last 15 NHL goals were as a member of the Hartford Whalers (now Carolina Hurricanes) of all teams!

Re: Chris Marlow Interviews Tom Davis

billkcummings — Sun, 05 Jul 2009 19:15:27 -0000

I have read through Red Letters... and Confessions Of A Good Christian Guy. I haven't read Scared yet. I have the free download pdf file, but need to start reading it.

Re: The Future Of Work

billkcummings — Mon, 18 May 2009 13:41:38 -0000

Shaggy, I know you are (partly) joking about the 99.5%... but in all seriousness what are some ways shifts can be made from the perspective of a high school teacher that cause him or her to engage their work differently (or progressively) in a way that will not only help him or her, but that will better prepare students for the world and workforce they will have to engage in after high school and/or college?

How can learning be done through Tribes and not individualistically (is that a word?)? How are you currently doing things along these lines with your students?

Re: The Future Of Work

billkcummings — Mon, 18 May 2009 13:36:05 -0000

Yes, Scott. That may have to be the title of a future blog post... "More Tom's Shoes, Less IBMs".

I think there is a great opportunity to make serious shifts in our education system that better prepares students for the shifts that have already happened (and are rapidly happening) in the way organizations and for-profit businesses engage the public.

I definitely need to read "the Four Hour Work Week".

Re: The Future Of Work

billkcummings — Mon, 18 May 2009 13:30:16 -0000

Thanks for the feedback, Andy. Your insights about the shifts that are happening in the public sector through your blog and your work are important for a society that needs to be thinking on the leading edge of these shifts... not just reactionary to them.

Re: The Future Of Work

billkcummings — Mon, 18 May 2009 13:26:20 -0000

Yes. Inspiring, huh? It was great for Cherie and I to get together with you this morning. We must do that more often!

Re: Raleigh - Top City in US Three Years Running

billkcummings — Tue, 31 Mar 2009 22:31:28 -0000

Absolutely. Cherie and I are so excited for you and for your adoption!! If we can be of any help... just let us know. We'll be thinking of and praying for you and Tiffany through the process.

Re: Ben - 2nd Interview / Alex - School Project

billkcummings — Fri, 27 Mar 2009 13:04:13 -0000

Yeah... maybe he could hook you up! And if Ben gets the job... maybe there will be a free Chick-fil-a lunch in the mix???

Re: Alex - First Car

billkcummings — Thu, 26 Mar 2009 22:38:44 -0000

I'll let him know, Joseph. Great memories as we look back on the old beaters we drove in high school. How about those times when someone's car was up on milk crates in the student parking lot? Good times!

Re: Alex - First Car

billkcummings — Thu, 26 Mar 2009 16:45:21 -0000

See you in about 24 hours!!

Re: Alex - First Car

billkcummings — Thu, 26 Mar 2009 16:45:00 -0000

Nice. I remember the Skyhawk. My Buick didn't last so long. The transmission went about a year and a half after I bought it. Next car: and Oldsmobile Delta 88 (a real 'Grandpa Car"!

Re: Ben & Alex are 17!

billkcummings — Mon, 23 Mar 2009 17:45:41 -0000

Thanks, man! Did I know you had a 13 year old? I just saw a photo on your blog. Beautiful! Happy Birthday to you as well! I love your 30 Before 30 list. Only 27 more things to add....

Re: John Ortberg on the Economy

billkcummings — Tue, 03 Mar 2009 10:15:51 -0000

J-

I love the Scriptures you referred to.

Solomon spent much of his life seeking after riches (and was successful in doing so). I think he has a perspective on what the pursuit of riches can do to a person.

Jesus' words in Matthew are so fitting for this time as well. If we keep in mind that God cares for us even more than the lillies of the field and birds of the air it will keep our hearts at peace.

Re: John Ortberg on the Economy

billkcummings — Tue, 03 Mar 2009 08:25:56 -0000

I could imagine that this is a very tough time for you guys, Denise. It is a big encouragement and inspiration to me that you are reading Psalm 23 regularly and being reminded that God is your Shepherd. I need to be reminded daily that, while I have to do what I can to provide for my family, ultimately He is our Shepherd!

Re: I Am Rich!

billkcummings — Mon, 02 Mar 2009 09:55:07 -0000

I think we need to be doing anything we can do to open people's eyes to the reality out there, Chris. I love what you guys are doing... and I'm grateful we're connected.

Re: Too Stinkin' Cute

billkcummings — Sun, 01 Mar 2009 16:11:49 -0000

Yeah... she is a trip! I am listening to the music on your blog playlist right now... and as usual you have some great new stuff!

Re: Too Stinkin' Cute

billkcummings — Wed, 25 Feb 2009 07:54:24 -0000

Nice! She can make you dozens more of those bracelets if you want to give them out to all of your best friends too. Hey... Maybe they can be Lemonade's version of the Invisible Children bracelets? Genius!

Re: Darian in Uganda

billkcummings — Thu, 19 Feb 2009 14:15:09 -0000

Hey Melissa! Great to hear from you. If you would love to do somethings like this.. start planning now. Get your passport if you don't have it... and just go ahead and make it happen.

Re: Retiring?

billkcummings — Sun, 15 Feb 2009 20:06:09 -0000

I saw an interview with him yesterday and he seems to be adamant about not coming back, but we have heard that before! I have great respect for Favre, but I am with you... I could do with an off-season without the drama!

Re: Missing History

billkcummings — Sun, 15 Feb 2009 20:03:43 -0000

No problem, Matt. I enjoy the lively "dialogue". I can get passionate when it comes to this topic, primarily because for so many years I leaned strongly in the evangelical-conservative hard-line no-questions-asked Republican.

For the past few years I have registered as an Independent and try to look at issues from a broader perspective than I used to. I feel like I used to have blinders on and would not even consider openly listening to what a politician had to say if they were not Republican.

I hope I did not come across negatively myself.