Bookworm & Dorkiness

I'm fully aware that I'm a dork. I see it unfold in my life on a daily basis. (ask Mr. McGoo, he'd agree without a doubt) My most recent, "yup, I'm a dork" moment happened today as I read a blog post encouraging its readers to check out a book by David Platt, "Radical". I currently have a Barnes & Noble gift card will some funds on it, so I automatically went to their site, checked out the book and saw that my local store currently has it in stock. While I was on the site, I remember, ahhh, another friend had been telling me about a great book called "Same kind of different as me", and I'm definitely interested in that one.... so if I'm headed to B&N to get "Radical", why not see if they have "Same kind of different as me" also. Yup... in stock.

Now the dorky part comes here... I got so excited about the idea of me getting two more books today, or this weekend, whenever I stop by the store. And then I remember.... ahhhh, not only am I in school, taking classes two nights a week (3 hrs each) which requires much reading out of those textbooks... I also currently have a stack of books waiting to be completed - books I'm pumped about but haven't had time to STOP and digest them. Last night I completed the first book of the Mortal Instrument series - an enjoyable easy fiction. In line next is "Crazy Love" by Francis Chan (started it, but haven't dived in fully yet). Then the other Jen Hatmaker book I'm dying to get into, "Ms. Understood". Oh and the two other Mortal Instrument books.

So you see... I have a problem - I'm a dork. I love to read. I love to dive into books - nonfiction to fiction - but there are not enough hours in the day at present. Will this stop me from getting those two NEW books for my desired reading list? NOPE! Bring them on!

The hubby is away this weekend - having a guys weekend in Cincinnati to catch some baseball game - - - so when the husband is away, the wife will.... not play... she reads. Bring on the coffee and the text of the page. Can't wait (oh, and I have a few (read MANY!) to do's to put into the mix also, but reading it what I'm looking forward to).

Blogs of Note - To Share...

While I'm still working on my blog posts, thinking they'll post this weekend - I want to share two other blogs that have recent posts that are more than worthwhile. Take a moment and hop their way - Enjoy:

From my regular coffee date sister in Christ, one of my best friends, Observations of the Ordinary. Read here!

From one of the 147millionorphans.com ladies who challenge me and preach the Word of Christ in action, word, and deed, The Journey. Read here!

American Idol Weekly Results: Hello Top 3

Bye Bye Big Mike!
The American Idol contestants went from four to three these evening as America says goodbye to the full of character and big, Mike. Down to three.... who will it be?


Here are your weekly AI Elimination Bracket Results:

1st: Allison - 123 pts - Lee is her AI pick - she picked this week's decision correctly... and cannot be passed as AI Elimination Bracket 2010 Champion... we'll give you an official congrats when it really happens.

2nd: Mrs. McGoo - 117 pts - had Siobhan as her AI. Uh oh!
3rd: Alan - 116 pts - had Michael as his AI. Uh oh!
4th: Mr. McGoo - 113 pts - Lee is Mr. McGoo's AI pick
5th: Josh - 112 pts - Crystal is his AI pick
6th: Kelly - 111 pts - No more points can be acquired after this week.
7th: UFrank - 109 pts - Crystal is UFrank's AI pick
8th: Leon - 103 pts - No more points can be acquired after this week.
9th: Candace - 98 pts - No more points can be acquired.
10th: Cindy - 97 pts - had Michael as her AI. Uh oh!
11th: Riser - 95 pts - No more points can be acquired after this week.
12th: James - 86 pts - had Katie as his AI. uh oh!
13th: Julian - 82 pts - had Didi as his AI. Uh oh!

Highest possible points (perfect brackets) = 145 points

Weekend Sneak Peak

This past weekend was packed full. It was eventful, wonderful, and completely exhausting. Many posts to come soon in regards to all the events that occurred: Friday prep, Iron Man 2, Crawfish Boil for a Cause on Saturday, and many Mother's Day events Sunday...

Just gotta find the time to stop and write:

Monday
Grocery Shopping/dropping off some borrowed items from the boil/study time
Tuesday
Class
Wednesday
Missions Training/study time
Thursday
Class
Friday
there is a glimmer of an opportunity

We shall see... stay tuned.

Silent Auction - May 8th

We have been absolutely amazed by the donations we have received over the last couple of days for our SILENT AUCTION that will be held at the Crawfish for a Cause yummy event happening THIS Saturday, May 8th.

For those lovely individuals that will be attending the festivities Saturday, here is your heads up on the awesome items we will have available.

P.S. PLEASE feel free to invite any and all of your friends to the boil - we have TONS of crawfish coming our way, as well as plenty of bbq. All proceeds go to the support The Forsaken Children, Aqua Viva Children's Home, and a Baseball Camp/Medical Missions trip to the Dominican Republic! We are thankful for your support.

Items to be auctioned:

Autographed University of Memphis Basketball, complete with stand and descriptive plaque - available for pre-auction bidding HERE. Share with those even that will be unable to make the boil - you can put your bids in virtually until Saturday, May 8th - 10am.

University of Memphis Bag O' Goodies -
Everything a Memphis fan could want or need: 2 car flags, decals, coffee travel mug, 2 hats, license plate holder, front license plate, lanyards, etc, and U of Memphis Martha's Vinyard (Vineyard Vine) tote bag that retails for $95 all by itself to take it all with you!


2 pair of NOGGS Polarized Sunglasses - to be auctioned off separately

2 - Memphis Soccer Nike Therma-fit Fleece 1/4 zip pullovers - to be auctioned off separately

2 - Memphis Soccer Nike Dri-fit tshirts - to be auctioned off separately


$350 Bleaching Kit from Dr. Parrish at Audubon Dental Group
http://www.audubondentalgroup.org/

Possibly more to come! Stay tuned! We look forward to seeing you at the boil!

American Idol Weekly Results: Top 5 to 4

Five becomes four contestants last night on American Idol. We said goodbye to young Aaron this week, as the TOP 4 continue on their way. Crystal, Lee, Michael, and Casey will battle it out to become THE NEXT American Idol.

I'll leave it short and sweet about Aaron's departure - it did not surprise anyone in our bracket competition... most folks had him gone a long time again. But Candace's quote sums it up best:

Idol Aaron (aka the Pelvis) finally goes home... We'll miss those hips little guy!

Here are your weekly AI Elimination Bracket Results:

1st: Allison - 108 pts - Lee is her AI pick - she picked this week's decision correctly
2nd:

• Josh - 107 pts - Crystal is his AI pick
• Mrs. McGoo - 107 pts - had Siobhan as her AI. Uh oh!

3rd:

• Kelly - 106 pts - had Siobhan as her AI. Uh oh!
• Alan - 106 pts - ***Alan has the Top 4 completely right! Michael is his AI pick

4th: Mr. McGoo - 103 pts - Lee is Mr. McGoo's AI pick
5th: UFrank - 99 pts - Crystal is UFrank's AI pick
6th:

• Candace - 98 pts - had Katie as her AI. uh oh!
• Leon - 98 pts - had Siobhan as his AI. Uh oh!

7th: Cindy - 92 pts - Michael is her AI pick
8th: Riser - 90 pts - Michael is his AI pick
9th: James - 81 pts - had Katie as his AI. uh oh!
10th: Julian - 77 pts - had Didi as his AI. Uh oh!

Highest possible points (perfect brackets) = 130 points

Pre-Auction Bidding: Memphis Autographed Basketball

Virtual Pre-Auction Bidding:

An Autographed University of Memphis Basketball
Complete with Coach Josh Pastner & players' signatures

Benefiting the Crawfish Boil for a Cause

In order to allow those that cannot make the crawfish boil this Saturday, May 8th a chance to bid on a special silent auction product, we have opened up pre-auction bidding for one specific item - an autographed University of Memphis Basketball, complete with Coach Josh Pastner's signature and players alike. The autographed ball will come with a "trophy" case to hold it, along with a mini plaque presenting what signatures lie inside.

Check out below to see the current bid status... and place your bid via email to: ethiopiaboundmcgoo@gmail.com - We'll update the bidding status on this page per every email we receive.
To Bid:

• Email ethiopiaboundmcgoo@gmail.com
• Leave your name, phone number, and the bid amount you'd like to place

Virtual bidding ends, Saturday morning - 10am. Bidding will open again physically at the Crawfish Boil at 2pm (Saturday, May 8th) and will end around 5pm. Other items will also be auctioned off at the boil.

We will contact the winning bidder to let you know you've won, as well as request your winning dollar amount and arrange how to get the basketball to you.

Thank you for your support!

Current B'ball Bid: $175.00