Monthly Archives: February 2007

Lenten Resolutions

Posted on February 24, 2007 by Jim Cota

While riding in the car today with Lily (6)and Jack (4), we got to talking about Lenten resolutions. I asked Lily what her plans were. “I’m giving up pouting,” she answered. “I’m also going to make my bed every day. … Continue reading →

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The Fiery Sermon

Posted on February 23, 2007 by Jim Cota

[Ed. note: My sister Diane sent this to me recently and I thought it was a great illustration of the role we can all play in building better communities, faith-based or otherwise. /Jim] A member of a certain church, who … Continue reading →

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Nursemaid's Elbow

Posted on February 15, 2007 by Jim Cota

On Tuesday morning, Lily and Jack were wrestling in the family room when Lily “jumped” on top of him, Jack hears a snap, and starts crying. Coming from the Cota school of child rearing, I responded, “Ah, quit yer babblin’ … Continue reading →

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All I Want For Christmas…

Posted on February 1, 2007 by Jim Cota

Imagine jumping out of a helicopter 1,000 feet above the summit of a mountain, freefalling to within about 15 feet of the surface (passing 100 mph on the way), and then merely spreading out your arms and becoming a human … Continue reading →

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