Author Archives: curtsavagemedia

The 12th Man

Posted on January 31, 2015 by curtsavagemedia

First, let me make a disclaimer. I’m the farthest thing from an ESPN addict or hardcore sports fan that you’ll ever find. I do tend to follow Major League Baseball a little bit, but not enough to be able to … Continue reading →

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Water,Water Everywhere

Posted on January 23, 2015 by curtsavagemedia

An event at church last weekend got me thinking about water. I listened as those who discovered and dealt with a waterline leak described the aqueous scenario. Each of us listening related with our own plumbing mishap stories. It was … Continue reading →

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I Choose Life

Posted on January 16, 2015 by curtsavagemedia

Do you remember the U.K. pop group “Wham!”? George Michael and Andrew Ridgeley fronted the group. I really enjoyed the video for their 1984 hit “Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go.” Maybe it was the light-hearted tone of the song … Continue reading →

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Where Are We?

Posted on January 15, 2015 by curtsavagemedia

Do you ever lose your sense of direction while shopping in an unfamiliar mall? I find myself searching for one of those kiosks with the big map showing the layout of the entire place including a red “X” with the … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged Found, Geometry, GPS, Greek Mythology, Lost, Maritime, Math, Navigation, Radar, Sailing, Seafaring, Ships, Sirens, Trigonometry | Leave a comment

An Epiphany

Posted on January 12, 2015 by curtsavagemedia

I’m not sure what just happened; it all went by so fast. We went to bed on Christmas Eve with gifts wrapped and neatly placed beneath the tree. By noon the following day, our living room looked like it was … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged AC/DC, Andy Williams, Arriving, Bible, Bing Crosby, Christmas, Epiphany, Finding Our Way, Hurried Life, Jesus, Purpose, Realization, Running, The Nativity, Walking | Leave a comment

Regifting

Posted on December 29, 2014 by curtsavagemedia

Regifting; I’ve heard of it, but I don’t know that I’ve ever done it. Apparently, there are rules of etiquette one should follow when regifting. The Emily Post Institute says regifting is alright in the right context. They advise an … Continue reading →

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Oh-Oh Christmas Tree

Posted on December 18, 2014 by curtsavagemedia

Whenever I cut a live Christmas tree, I remember an escapade from over 30 years ago when I was in the service. We were all away from home and feeling a bit bummed-out. Spray can snow and Christmas lights taped-up … Continue reading →

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Candlelight

Posted on December 11, 2014 by curtsavagemedia

Have you ever been in complete darkness; that pitch black, unable to see your hand in front of your face kind of darkness? It’s a weird sensation; probably similar to blindness. I’m not afraid of the dark, but I must … Continue reading →

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“Show Me” Thanksgiving

Posted on December 8, 2014 by curtsavagemedia

I hope you were able to spend Thanksgiving eating delicious food with family or friends and recounting and reflecting on how blessed you are. A great deal of work goes into preparing the traditions that families observe at their gatherings. … Continue reading →

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Giving Thanks

Posted on November 30, 2014 by curtsavagemedia

With Thanksgiving Day upon us, Christmas shopping is just around the corner. My wife and I were talking about how her mom used to take her to Heggy’s Nut Shop in Canton to pick-up boxes of chocolates to give as … Continue reading →