Church of the Heavenly Rest, Episcopal church is an impressive landmark on Abilene's south side. It began in 1881 as St. Paul's Episcopal Mission. St. Paul's met in the Northside school building at corner of Pine and N. 13th streets. In 1884, the church's first building was built at the corner of North 3rd and … Continue reading Sky Watch Friday: Church of the Heavenly Rest
TOP 10: Recommended Reading
Today I would like to share some things while I was blurfing recently. They are in list format but not necessarily prioritized. #10: What is the Church? (Part 2) by Michael Kelly. I know it is the second in a 2 part series but jump in there and follow the link to the first part … Continue reading TOP 10: Recommended Reading
ABC Wednesday: C is for Granddaddy Crain
As a child, I enjoyed spending time with my Granddaddy Crain. He was my hero. Even though he died shortly before my 10th birthday, I was able to spend a lot of time with him. During my preschool years, I was able to spend a week with my grandparents every couple of months or so. … Continue reading ABC Wednesday: C is for Granddaddy Crain
My World Tuesday: The Paramount
The Paramount theater in Abilene is one of those hard to find cultural gems. I grew up hearing my dad tell stories of going to the paramount as a teenager. During my college days at Hardin-Simmons I too enjoyed movies at the Paramount. On weekends the Paramount shows classic movies. It is open most afternoons … Continue reading My World Tuesday: The Paramount
Sky Watch Friday: I-20 West
Took this when we were driving between Big Spring and Abilene, Texas on I-20. I had to pull over to get this. Actually, I took it from an overpass. It wasn't like the side roads were busy. One nickname for west Texas is The Big Country. Everything seems so big out there with the wide … Continue reading Sky Watch Friday: I-20 West
Top 10: Ways to Know You Are in Texas
The idea for this week's Top 10 list was inspired by our recent trip to Texas. #10: The weather forecaster is describing the day as breezy and the wind speeds are over 50 mph. It isn't windy yet because the trees aren't touching the ground. #9: Complete strangers wave at you. This is especially true … Continue reading Top 10: Ways to Know You Are in Texas
ABC Wednesday: B is for Bible
The Big Guy and I both have theology degrees as a result we have a lot of Bibles. Our Bible collection includes many translations and styles of Bibles. Some include study or teaching aids. Our collection includes many translations. Others have sentimental meaning. Some have cool, unusual or pretty covers. Most are well used. See … Continue reading ABC Wednesday: B is for Bible
The Dee Zone 