The Crux

Here is a poem I wrote a few years ago, I thought I would share it. Its really almost a prayer for me. The ending may seem overly morose, but I don't see it that way.



the crux



Sitting in the crux

Of a life already had

And yet to be.



Ready to run,

Unable to walk.

Prepared for what?



Motionless

Our questions do not

Bring answers



Passion heats our soul

And music fills our hearts.

A reservoir of love desperate to flow.

Tugging at the shorelines

Of an aching heart.



Promises once so bright

Are now empty.

Hope that illumined our hearts has dwindled.

Apathy is death.

Cheney vs. Pelosi: The Blink Off

This is truly hilarious!!

Peep Peep Peep

Check out Kieran greeting our new arrivals! We will have lots of yummy eggs from our new chickens!

It's Snowing!

Kieran and I are eating Malt-O-Meal on this snowy morning. Its Kieran's recipe actually. Here's how to make it:

While Mom is measuring the ingredients, watch intently, with mouth wide open.
Next, watch it cook in the microwave (mouth still open).
When Mom takes it out to stir it, MAKE her let you stir by waving your arms and yelling "stuw, stuw stuw".
When she sets it on your highchair, throw in all your banana pieces and stir like mad.
Cook until banana is soft and stir more.

When Mom gives you your own bowl and spoon, stir some more, and then maybe eat some.

Its pretty good.

Content by Maranda

Baby its cold outside

One spoiled pig!!!

Bathtime at the Doans

Kieran and his friend Keenan climbing the stairs together on the way to the bath (Kieran is on the left).


From the left: Sam (clothed), Ethan, Keenan, Kieran (he has my legs!)


There's too many kids in this tub! Too many elbows to scrub!! Kieran is on the right.

Kieran with a bucket - cute!

Content by Maranda

Paris Runway

Here are some GREAT shots of Kieran and Mommy on the stage after church. Special thanks to the sniper for these!

Random 2007 Thoughts

Lots of random things running through my mind these days...

Would I really be more happy as a goat farmer?

Is the "emergent church" a long term change in christendom, or just a pop trend?

When should I start seeds for my garden?

Why do I miss my son so much when I am away, yet find it hard to make time to play with him when I am home?

Why is war the answer?

When should we take down our Christmas tree? How late is TOO late?

How can a pot bellied pig be so smart, yet so damn hard to train?

How does one become more "present?"

Why do S. Asians like Durian? I have tried it twice now in the states, it really still sucks.

Why does wood heat feel warmer?

Why does 29 feel old?