Comments for To Be A Pilgrim

Comment on Brushing Up on My Patriotism by David King

David King — Thu, 17 Jul 2008 13:36:10 +0000

I haven’t seen the movie (the arguments wake Aubrey up and create a lot of difficult questions to answer to a semi-groggy 3 yr old), but McCullough’s book impressed me with his description of Adams’ religious affections. It wasn’t “Light and Glory” descriptions, but it was clear enough to reflect - or at least indicate - this aspect of his character. How did the movie differ?

Maybe we’ll take the movie into the hospital to watch during labor. What do you suggest?

Comment on Brushing Up on My Patriotism by fundamentalbc

fundamentalbc — Thu, 17 Jul 2008 11:00:36 +0000

I received the series as a Father’s Day present from my children. I watched one episode per day until finished and thoroughly enjoyed it. It was such a breath of fresh air to watch a series that was based more on genuine dialogue rather than action and special effects.
I was fascinated by the portrayal of the battles between the what we today would call “special interests groups” You could even see the seeds of the Civil War in what each side was fighting over.
One thing that makes this series good is that I was left with a thirst to know more about some the characters — Jefferson, Franklin, Hamilton, etc.
Recommend
[I only regret that I did not have a greater interest in history when I lived minutes away from where all of this happened in Bristol, PA just outside of Philly. Growing up I lived two doors down from a tavern/inn that was built in 1773, who knows could have slep there. The house I lived in was built no later than 1820.]

Comment on On Education by Lost and Found

Lost and Found — Wed, 09 Jul 2008 15:09:33 +0000

Ryan,

Thanks for quoting me. I’m honored.

The reference to Deuteronomy is certainly apt as it does seem to be making the point I stuttered over in the foregoing - much better, being inspired and wholly reliable!

Blessings!

Comment on On iPhones by Tomorrow’s Your Big Day, Folks. « To Be A Pilgrim

Tomorrow’s Your Big Day, Folks. « To Be A Pilgrim — Tue, 08 Jul 2008 16:58:55 +0000

[...] 8, 2008 by Ryan I love my wife, Ecclesiastes, the Gospel, my boys. I really, really like my iPhone and classical education. Get yours on [...]

Comment on Making Mention of a Hero by Michael Monsoor « To Be A Pilgrim

Michael Monsoor « To Be A Pilgrim — Fri, 04 Jul 2008 17:56:29 +0000

[...] 4, 2008 by Ryan I’ve mentioned Navy Seal Michael Monsoor before. Here is a brief story that includes a link to his memorial service montage video–nearly [...]

Comment on National ID Card by Joe Korzeniewski

Joe Korzeniewski — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 16:27:33 +0000

The ‘real id act’ was supposed to go into effect in May of this year, but support for it has been negligible and no state has implemented it yet.

Sadly though, since the un-patriotic act, this data has been gathered into the government’s database anyway. What happened in the video would be entirely possible right now if uncle Sam gave a pizza place access to this database. This unconstitutional data gathering from non-terrorist private citizens is what the retroactive immunity clause in the new FISA legislation is looking to legitimize.

Comment on Rotating Skyscraper by David King

David King — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 12:26:26 +0000

Doncha just love the chuzpah of definitive statements that can never be verified.

Comment on Hold Your Breath by Dana

Dana — Wed, 28 May 2008 02:35:12 +0000

No snow, but very long summers and lots of swimming pools!

Comment on Bear Ye One Another’s Burdens by Mary Ann

Mary Ann — Mon, 19 May 2008 12:49:39 +0000

Ryan - you all will for surely be in my prayers. I’m so excited about what you are undertaking. I’m sure the Lord is in it & His blessing will abound! Keep us posted on how our prayers are being answered.

Comment on Sweetest Little Kid by Adele

Adele — Thu, 15 May 2008 18:58:14 +0000

What a little cutie! Your boys definitely can’t deny they are brothers. They all have their own “look”, but they certainly all have similar characteristics as well (especially their big, bright eyes!).