The Power of Music

While doing research for my Top 10 Movie Soundtracks list, I discovered a gem of an interview with John Williams where he discusses the true power of music in movies. For a film, music is the glue that ties every scene together. It is often the vehicle that transports the viewer from one moment to the next.

“Love people the way Jesus does — messy, broken, and real

The Beauty of Messy Love

Authentic love isn't a transaction; it's a gift of grace that says "it's okay" to the mess. We love because Jesus first stepped into our brokenness to rescue us.

All About Me – Leo

Hi, it's me, Leo. I have taken over the blog to answer one of those Facebook meme things, and it's all about me.

Alamo Heroes Day: Remembering Micajah Autry

Alamo Heroes Day — Alamo Heroes Day — Remembering my ancestor, Micajah Autry. From North Carolina to the walls of the Alamo, his journey was defined by a determination to provide or perish.

Throw Back Thursday: You Might Be a Texan If …..

Throw Back Thursday: You Might Be a Texan If . . .. in honor of Texas history month.

Top 10: Movie Soundtracks

Today’s top 10 features movie soundtracks. Ranging from orchestral scores like Star Wars and 2001: A Space Odyssey to rock-heavy hits like Top Gun and Guardians of the Galaxy, these soundtracks are as iconic as the movies they support.

My favorite thing to cook

I enjoy cooking. Among my favorites are baking, ice cream and breakfast. Not sure making ice cream counts as cooking it's more like dumping things in a machine. While I enjoy baking, I don’t do it much. So that leaves breakfast. Pancakes would be my favorite breakfast item.