Complicated Lingo Of Science Made Easy

by Dictionary Scoop    Give it a bit of time, and even the tiniest, most obscure corner of human knowledge will develop its own terminology.    And the biggest generator of a specific lexicon in the world is science. Stepping into the realm of scientific discovery, we encounter a captivating linguistic landscape adorned with unusual …

What On Earth?! Strange Secrets Of The Planet

by Dictionary Scoop    Our planet is full of strange phenomena that continue to intrigue and puzzle scientists and curious minds alike.    From bizarre weather patterns to unique geological structures, Earth’s quirks often defy explanation, and some of these mysteries are downright mind-blowing.    Let’s dive into some of the most unexpected and fascinating facts about our …

Savoring Food Words From Merriam-Webster

by Kevin Burton    After last week’s posts about the Food Network, we set the table once more with words about food from our friends at Merriam-Webster dictionary.    I have heard the chefs on TV drop some of these words, but other words on the list sound more like Roman or Jewish names from …

Honor God, The Creator And Designer Of Life

by Dane Massey     (Dane Massey is the former Pastor of Mulvane Christian Church. He is now in ministry in Houston, Texas.)       From my late teen years I have been involved in construction. Sometimes as a side job, sometimes as a means to meet and minister to people and sometimes as a means …

Another Helping Of Fun From Food Network

by Kevin Burton    Yesterday we rode the wayback machine and looked at one of my earliest Page 7 blog posts, one that made fun of the weird meals they make on Food Network.    We also established that since that time I have developed an appetite for Food Network and have stopped dialing up …

Food Network, Unlikely Road Dogs For Us

by Kevin Burton    My recipe for relaxation on the road has changed, just a bit, in the last couple of years.     Time was, on the road with my wife, I would put a ball game on the hotel TV before the suitcase got unpacked.    Or even opened.    Football, baseball, basketball. I …

All Honor To The Keeper Of The Seven Bowls

by Kevin Burton Dear Cat Sitter,    The worker is worthy of her hire. But you are no ordinary worker.  You are most worthy.    You are chosen. You are select among mortals. Yours is no ordinary task. This is a venerated trust. Be you ever so steadfast in your appointed rounds. For you, are …

Getaway Day, Glorious Beyond (These) Words

by Kevin Burton    It takes a little work to make a vacation happen doesn’t it? You don’t just up and go.    You have to make sure everything is taken care of. Animals, if you have them. The homestead. Plus you have to arrange for accommodations on the road.    But there comes a …

Why We As Christians Should Imitate Christ

Why We As Christians Should Imitate Christ by Kevin Burton    Imitation is said to be the highest form of flattery. That’s what we’re thinking of today in answering the question, “why imitate Christ?”    Who besides God is worthy of imitation or flattery?    “Be like Mike” was a Nike slogan years ago and …

That’s More Like It!, Real Scrabble Strategy

by Kevin Burton    My mom and I have played a lot of Scrabble over the years. Neither of us pursued victory by waiting around for jawbreaker words such as the one ones featured in yesterday’s Scrabble post.    Muzjiks? Bezique? Quetzal?  Let me know when you get those sets of letters on your rack! …