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Just ran out of gas less than a mile from my home. Passed two gas stations on my way. Perfect.
Good news though, my babysitter is on her way with a gas tank and my daughter!
Eric Bramlett www.ericseddyfications.typepad.com www.communitychristian.org
Went to the dentist yesterday, and after thirty-seven years, I found out that I have two tiny cavities that need to be filled. I have never had a cavity before this, and quite frankly, I'm a bit shell-shocked. I think that streak was a source of pride for me, and now it's over.
The dentist was less than sympathetic. Treated it like just another day. I wanted to scream at her.
But I didn't. I shamefully made my appointment to get the teeth taken care of, because apparently they don't treat it like the emergency it feels like and take care of it that day.
So next week I have to walk back in there and take it like a man. Boo.
Eric Bramlett www.ericseddyfications.typepad.com www.communitychristian.org
13-1 Red Sox. Wow. So much for the Rockies' win streak. I'm glad it's not me. Can they get it together long enough to make it interesting?
GOD KNOWS WHO YOU ARE REGADLESS (sic) OF YOUR COSTUME
Eric Bramlett www.ericseddyfications.typepad.com www.communitychristian.org
I found this review of Mute Math from a recent visit to NYC, and it pretty much sums up all of my in depth feelings about attending the concert in Chicago. So... read here and pretend that I wrote it.
Retro concluded today. What a great series, if I do say so myself. It's so much fun to be able to do such a "pop culture" series and still have it so totally connect with how God wants us to live and the examples he gave in the Bible.
Seriously, if you told me that we had to figure out a series hook for a three part series using the Centurion who told Jesus to "Say The Word", Jacob wrestling God, and Zaccheus, I'd tell you you were crazy. But here we are, with Retro: a 60s, 70s, 80s series that did exactly that. I was really proud of all the teams that put together every element for this weekend. (not only for Adults, but Students and Children as well. It's this thing we call the Big Idea.)
But the main reason I was proud was because I got to "McGyver" myself a Keytar today for eighties week. And even though I totally botched the solo keyboard for "sweet dreams", it was still a lot of fun.
Okay everyone. Here's my problem and I need you to help me solve it.
I have a friend who is a musician. He is in a band that is achieving some moderate success in the indie music scene, they are out of L.A. and are called Run Run Run. This friend and I go back to kindergarten when we were both in Phoenix, and even wrote some music together in college. Good times.
Anyway, his band is rolling through the midwest, but their gig in Chicago (it was going to be at Schuba's) fizzled out. I'd like to help him get a gig so that 1) they can have a place to play in the city or near it so their fans can see them, and 2) so I can see him without having to travel to Milwaukee, and 3) because I feel like I should try to help.
The problem is that I have no idea where to start. So, does anyone out there reading have any cool venue contacts, or any thoughts about where to host an indie band? I suppose we could carve out some space at the yellow box, but would Run Run Run fans from Chicago come out to naperville?
Whatever you think would be appreciated. You can check out their music on their myspace page or on their website. I think they're pretty good. My friend's name is Xander Smith.
IN THE DARK? FOLLOW THE SON
Eric Bramlett www.ericseddyfications.typepad.com www.communitychristian.org
My mom thinks that because I haven't blogged in a while, I might be out of town. Truth is, this is one of the ways my mom keeps up with whatever the heck I'm doing each week. I've been a little lax. Sorry, mom.
I went to see MuteMath on Tuesday with a bunch of CCCers. First time I've seen them in concert, and they are truly something not to be missed. It's pretty rare that a band is good in the studio and then good live for completely different reasons. Usually when someone says "You should REALLY see them live" then you can count on their CD being brutal. But MuteMath plays and writes and records interesting music, and their live show is completely compelling without taking away from that creativity. That's pretty impressive. It's like being able to offer multiple experiences as the same entity. I was impressed.
Then this weekend brought all sorts of preparation for 70s week at CCC. Elic and I sang "Stayin' Alive" and we all did "the hustle" as a prelude. I was most nervous about playing the synth, because it's not something I do much. It went okay, I simplified some things so that I could dress up like a freak and do the same hand motions that Elic was doing during the song. If you didn't see it live, it was kind of like a MuteMath concert, but with wigs and 70s garb. (note: I had to find a costume to wear; Elic pulled his 70s garb completely from HIS OWN WARDROBE...)
And now we're on to the Big Idea Practicum. I just got finished putting together a compilation of video footage from two weeks of services, showing back to back to back the adult, kids and students components of the Big Idea. It's pretty cool to see them all lined up together. I'll post them as soon as I can. We've got a bunch of churches coming into town today to see what we do and figure out a way to do it themselves. Should be cool. Especially looking forward to meeting the guys from elem3nt church, mainly because that's how they spell their church name. I'm not even joking.
I suppose i could have just called Mom and told her all this, but aren't you glad I shared with the rest of the class?
FEED YOUR FAITH AND YOUR DOUBTS WILL STARVE TO DEATH
Eric Bramlett www.ericseddyfications.typepad.com www.communitychristian.org
