Jersey Shore

So... I've heard about MTV's Jersey Shore for quite a while. Normally, it's being made fun of by Joel McHale at "The Soup" or one of the late night talk show hosts.

That kind of attention, although negative, often means there is 'something going on.' So, I tuned in to a couple shows.

WOW - there is something going on over there. And I believe I'm a little dumber from observing this show . Don't get me wrong, I am not saying it's not entertaining (I'm not saying it IS entertaining either... how's that for wishy-washy). I'm just saying the level of partying, sex and mayhem is at an all time high.

Sadly, I can relate to most of it. I remember a day when life was about partying. About hitting the best club. About picking up on the opposite sex. About not being able to have a great night out without a bottle of alcohol.

God's grace is so truly amazing. So truly incredible. So truly exponential. Grace, forgiveness, peace, mercy, gentleness... it's just so wonderful to have a God who sent His Son to be so gracious to us... even in the midst of our rebellion. (Romans 5:8).

There is Solid Hope for Jersey Shore!

Comedy Club - Impact - April 4, 2009

It's coming folks... the coolest NIGHT OF ENTERTAINMENT we've ever offered.

Not only will we be having one of the best rockin' house bands ever...

But DAVID GARIBALDI will also be here. He is an internatinally known performing arts painter and absolutely ROCKS THE HOUSE with his talents. You've got to check him out here.

And our headliner will be Dennis Gaxiola. Some of you will remember Dennis from several years ago. Prepare for your sides to hurt from laughing so hard.

This night will be one you won't soon forget. Prices are $18 in advance and $25 at the door. Group rates available for just $15. So... don't wait any longer, get your tickets today at our Impact Comedy Website... or at church on Sunday.

AWESOME Restaurant

I took my wifey out on a date last Friday - just because.

I thought we could try somewhere we'd never been before. I had seen this place called CRUSH 29 several times in the Sacramento Bee Ticket and had always wanted to go.

So - I set out to review their website. WOW - talk about cool. Very classy, user friendly, and I could easily make a reservation right there on line. So I did!

And it was truly FANTASTIC! The Rib eye Steak I had was unbelievably full of flavor and cooked to perfection. A little chipotle butter on top just sealed the deal. I will definitely go back to that place!

Sacramento Kings Games

WOW - I get to go to the Sacramento Kings game tonight. I figured that I probably wouldn't be able to get to any games this season due to some financial readjustments.

But out of the first five home games, I have had the opportunity to attend two of them - the home opener and tonight's game. HOW? Because of awesome and generous friends. Last Sunday, a man came up after church and put something in my front shirt pocket and walked away. I finished my conversation with someone else and then pulled out the two 'lower level' tickets and chased the guy outside to thank him.

What a blessing for me... especially when they win. Tonight the Phoenix Suns come to town. I'm not EXPECTING a win - but am very HOPEFUL for one! It'll be a great time either way!

GO KINGS!

Webkinz: Myspace Meets Gaming

My kids love to play with Webkinz stuffed animals. You purchase the animal for $5-$15 and get a secret code to plug in to their online experience.

In Webkinz world, you adopt, name, and choose the sex of your stuffed animal. At that point, the stuffed animal comes alive online.

It is much like a children's version of Myspace - except its safe. You can interact, send gifts, chat, and play games with kids from all over the world in a safe and controlled virtual environment. My son sent some stuffed animal clothing to a friend from church. The friend sent it back. Go figure.

You can exercise and interact with your new animal keeping their 'happy, health, and hunger' requirements at appropriate levels. In addition, you play arcade and educational games to not only have fun but earn more Kinzcash (currency in Webkinz world to buy food, furniture, toys, vacations, and so much more). My wife encourages them to buy food that's on sale. I caught my daughter this morning completely engrossed, engaged and entertained. Click here for more info about it.

Here's the catch though. My wife, 34 years old, wanted to 'help' my kids get Kinzcash. She spent hours online 'helping' out by earning thousands of Kinzcash dollars for our two children. She is such a servant.