Cold Play

Last night Gretchen and I went and saw Cold Play for the first time. One of the greatest shows I've ever seen. From the first note to the last of "Fix You", the place was ripping with electricity. The crowd was cool, the lights were memorable, the video effects were well planned and fun, the effects were and extra little diddies like dropping 8 foot yellow balloons was intrigueing, but this show, was all about the music and message of positive thinking and hope.

Cold Play has proven you don't need rash, subversive songs to draw people in, instead they use creative ways to help you enjoy life and see the world as it really is and could be. Thank you to the Rock n Roll super heroes U2 for inspiring these modern day poets. These messengers left you feeling encouraged and ready to see the world in a way that is inspiring.

Loving life,

Pd

Last Night

I don't know if you have a day that you look at and look forward to but I do. Wednesday's. They are extremely long and full of stuff to do, but at the end of the day every Wednesday night, I feel great. Last night, I was so proud of our leaders, the student leaders were simply outstanding. They brought it, they were ready and willing to do whatever it takes to connect with other students and basically be God's hands in a room full of students! I can't say enough about them and there passion for what they were given to do. I know the bible tells us that whatever our hands find to do, do it with all of our might. Last night I saw a room full of people that did exactly that, gave it everything. Chris did a great job on guitar, he acted as if he played with us for ever.

Give all you have today! Let's be like Christ.

Pd

Sunday was a great day.

Sunday was a great day! From the minute we started to the end of the day we had a great day at church. I know we come sometimes with certain expectations for the day at church. I've found that when I come just expecting to meet with God, my experience is so much more challenging to my life. ( In a great way) We were honored to have a special guest with us on sunday by the name of Rick Alonzo. For the last three years Rick and I have worked together at the norcal youth convention at UC Davis. Rick paints pictures during worship and does his painting in a way that seems as if he's worshipping God with everything he has and the better I know Rick the more I realize that he is doing exactly that! Rick is one of those guys you meet and are stunned by the way he lives for God. He walks in total humility and is most set on pleasing God by touching people with this unique gift he's been given. Amazing, and simply challenging. I want this. . . in my life.

Rick's paintings are of Christ in different settings and he's even added a painting of the Lion Aslam from the Chronicles of Narnia.

Some of Ricks paintings will be on display in the Cafe area under the stairs at Capital Christian Center. Stop by when you have the chance and check it out.

Looking for more humility,

Pd

Horse from .... . . heaven!

(a view of the scenery along the coast.)

Last weekend we spent the weekend in half moon bay with our team and had a blast together. All of the pastor and staff from CCC. I'm proud to say that I'm on this team. We golfed together, sang together, played games and went horseback riding on the beach together. It's amazing to think that God puts people together like ours and gives us the priviledge of being on such a team.

On a lighter note, I was given a horse by the lady in charge and I noticed she kind of smerked when she told me his name was Geo and that he liked to run real slow. As we went on our little journey to the beach and back we crossed two little streams and walked down a steep path the beach. My horse decided to be the joker of the day. He bit the other horses, cut them off, jumped over the stream instead of walking with everyone else and couldn't handle being in the back. Geo was a blast, I felt like I was on the horse version of me! Here's a little pic of Geo and I as well as the group.

Oh well

I woke up this morning on my way to tahoe for a little fun in the white stuff and no. The storm is something I'm not about to battle with my family at my side. Maybe another day. New plans, I'm not sure yet but something will come up. Maybe a movie or sitting by the fire. Anyway, welcome to day three of 6 days of vacation.

Pd

6 days into the year

Ok, it seems as if we celebrated only last night. Six days gone and the question is, did I use the 6 days right. To there fullest potential? My goal is to do just that. I'm off today and having fun with my little guys, Kiah and Tate. They are the funniest little turkeys, today we watched a little toy story and played a little guitar. We've already had a little skirmish over who's laser gun and who's blanket Tate usually wins. I woke up this morning with Kiah holding on to my back and Tate sleeping on my arm holding froggy. I'm not sure there are much better things in life than a dad looking at his little guys feeling secure and comfy. Anyway this is a snapshot of my morning.

Pd

2006

What does a new year mean to you? I think of a fresh start, new beginnings and new opportunities. It's not really any different than the month before or the week or the day before. But something about knowing that we are now living in a new year gives us a fresh fealing of excitement.

Every year I take this time to get refocused on what is really important. My time with God, my family, and my friends. I love making sure my office is clean before the 1st so my first day of the new year I arrive to desk without piles. I love making sure my email is totally answered and messages all returned. I want clear vision for a new year.

I love hearing from God as he gives me new ideas and direction to be better at the things He has called me to do.

How do you handle a new year? I'd love to hear from you.

Pd