Author Archives: Jason

LOST Season Six: Lighthouse

So this was the classic pivot episode where our characters are all put into position for what comes next. The pace of this episode was more aligned with “What Kate Does”, more of a slow boil. But I really liked … Continue reading →

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LOST Season Six: Pre-Thoughts on “Lighthouse”

I’ve finally figured it out. For weeks now, I’ve been voicing moderate levels of dissatisfaction re: the final season of the most daring and innovative show in network television history. Basically, I’ve had a really difficult time getting into the … Continue reading →

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Cash: American VI

So it’s no secret that I’m a Johnny Cash fan. I mean, I named a son after him, so clearly he’s been a big influence. So it’s with great anticipation (and not a little sadness) that this week marks the … Continue reading →

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The Sermon on the Mount 11

Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God. — Matthew 5.9 We often define peace as an absence of violence. This is not a terrible way to define peace, just an incomplete one. The Hebrews used … Continue reading →

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LOST Season Six: More Thoughts on The Substitute

What’s been bugging me about this episode is the portrayal of a faithless Locke. The flash sideways is just not a story I’m interested in; nor is it a story-telling device that intrigues me that much. I guess this is … Continue reading →

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LOST Season Six: The Substitute

I have to say this at the outset: I’m just really still not digging the whole flash-sideways thing. Here’s my problem: If I didn’t know this was the final season — if I didn’t know we only had 12 episodes … Continue reading →

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My Version of Groundhog Day

I know we went through all the pomp and formality of the “official” Groundhog Day exactly two weeks ago. For the briefest of moments, the world (or at the very least, viewers of the Today Show) turned an eye toward … Continue reading →

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Covenant God

Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about the covenant nature of God. Throughout the Scriptures, God initiates covenant with His people: Adam, Noah, Abram, David, the nation of Israel. I think all of this says something about God’s nature, His … Continue reading →

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March for Babies 2010

The mission of the March of Dimes is to improve the health of babies by preventing birth defects, premature birth, and infant mortality. About 12.5 million babies are born too early each and every year. I went into preterm labor … Continue reading →

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Bonnaroo

All right, I say this every year, but I may actually have to do something about it. The 2010 lineup for Bonnaroo has been posted and I’m stoked and ready to go. Among the acts that interest me: Dave The … Continue reading →

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