Bob Jones University: The Good, The Bad, and the Very Ugly – Pt. 1

As i began writing this blog post it soon became apparent that it was going to be waaaaay too long. I’m going to divide the post up into three separate posts emphasizing a different aspect in each post: The Good (I experienced some good things in my 4 years at BJU) The Bad – the ins and outs of what fundamentalists call separation The Very Ugly – the harmful and destructive aspects and deeds of Bob Jones University I’m coming out of the closet. I generally don’t tell people that i graduated from Bob Jones University. The baggage is just […]

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Miscellaneous Personal Ramblings

It’s been a while since i made a topical post of substance, and this won’t be one either. I’ve had a lot going on the past month, and as much as i love blogging, it takes time and focus, both of which have been in short supply lately. Instead i thought i’d just give a personal update full of miscellaneous ramblings on assorted topics. My Eyes A few weeks ago i had my yearly eye exam by Dr. Lancaster at Atlantic Eye Institute. This is the eye doctor who with much work and skill enabled me to wear a contact […]

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About John

Well, here i go! I grew up in upstate (central) NY in a small town called Oneida.  Winters were cold with lots of snow, which was pretty awesome for kids, but not so much for grown ups.  Fall was the prettiest time of year with beautiful rolling hills covered in brightly colored trees,  Summers were hot, but not as humid as I’ve come to experience while living in the south.  I grew up in the 60’s and went through High School and College in the 70’s.  I got married in 1980 while living in SC and we then moved around the […]

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