Patti Network News

Does God Play Favourites?

PattiM — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 01:55:53 +0000

Through a friend on Twitter, @gailhyatt I’ve been exposed to some Orthodox Christian podcasts. They are interesting to listen to, they provide perspectives I wouldn’t always encounter from an Anglican viewpoint. Everyone needs perspective. One of the podcasts I listen to is by a Father Thomas Hopko, it is called “Speaking the Truth in Love”. A [...]

Where Is the Recalibration?

PattiM — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 01:20:03 +0000

Well, I’ve read through the Throne Speech which was delivered yesterday. I’ve read some of the commentary which has appeared this morning in reaction to it. For the most part, they are echoing my thoughts as I read through the speech, where exactly is the recalibration? There was very little real focus or meat. I had [...]

Bloggers!! Think About Your Readers

PattiM — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 15:15:25 +0000

Okay, you know, everyone likes to have their own style on their blog. We strive to stand out from the crowd not only with our writing but with our the look and feel of the blog. So why do so many bloggers practically drive their visitors away with bad font choices? It is frustrating enough when [...]

Stations of the Cross

PattiM — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 18:40:07 +0000

Today is Ash Wednesday, the beginning of the holy season of Lent. Lent is the fourty days leading up to Holy Week, a period of thought and reflection before we celebrate the risen Lord on Easter Sunday. I’m providing you today with a link to a set of Stations of the Cross which I wrote a [...]

Beautiful Things Happen When a Woman Trusts God by Sheila Walsh

PattiM — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 18:17:20 +0000

I remember one of those rare times my dad told me a story about his wartime experiences, about his unit’s Chaplain and his unshakable faith. After a long day out on patrol near enemy lines in Italy his unit had found a deserted home to spend the night in. After they ate dad noticed the [...]

Own The Podium Controversy — Chill Out

PattiM — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 17:37:49 +0000

Five years ago Canada; as in the Canadian Olympic Committee, sports federations and the government took a pretty bold and overdue move. They put together a group known as “Own the Podium” with the goal to provide the training, support and technology to our top athletes with the stated goal of topping the medal count [...]

Last Canadian WW1 Veteran Dies

PattiM — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 12:20:28 +0000

They shall grow not old, as we who are left grow old Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn At the going down of the sun, and in the morning We will remember them In memory of our fallen Canadian: John Henry Foster Babcock (age 109) — World War 1 — Feb. 18, 2010 Always Caring [...]

21 Traffic Driving Tips

PattiM — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 11:03:58 +0000

Found this article over at Build A Better Blog, — Denise met up with Willie Crawford at an affiliate marketing event where he was doing a presentation on driving traffic. While she was listening she jotted down a checklist of traffic generation tips. It is a checklist and one well worth taking note of. You [...]

Not Enough French? Give Me A Break.

PattiM — Mon, 15 Feb 2010 15:45:06 +0000

So James Moore, the federal Heritage Minister, doesn’t think there was enough french at the opening of the Olympics on Friday evening. Leaves me wondering what opening ceremonies he was watching, I had a belly full of french and I was watching it on NBC. I can’t say I was particularly impressed to be watching [...]

Valentines Day For Singles (or Anyone Really)

PattiM — Sun, 14 Feb 2010 14:07:03 +0000

Today is Valentine’s Day, that day when traditionally couples express their undying love for each other. Well in some cases, hubby had better express it or momma wont be happy. I’m a single these days, have been for the last 20 years. When Frank was alive Valentine’s Day wasn’t ignored, it just wasn’t able to be [...]