Archive | March, 2009

If Mommy Ever Dies…

Posted on 31. Mar, 2009 by loswhit in Family

If Mommy Ever Dies…

Right after she plucked out the last white one she said… “Daddy. If mommy ever dies. I think I can take care of you” I’ll tell you what. Mommy does not have 1/4 the patience of this one. She plucked out all 14. Los

We Gave Our Volunteers The Week Off

Posted on 31. Mar, 2009 by loswhit in My Church

We Gave Our Volunteers The Week Off

Get the latest Flash Player to see this player. [Javascript required to view Flash movie, please turn it on and refresh this page] document.getElementById(“player1″).style.display = “”; var s1 = new SWFObject(“http://www.ragamuffinsoul.com/wp-content/plugins/flv-embed/flvplayer.swf”,”player1″,”426″,”260″,”7″); s1.addParam(“wmode”,”transparent”); s1.addParam(“allowscriptaccess”,”always”); s1.addParam(“allowfullscreen”,”true”); s1.addVariable(“height”,”260″); s1.addVariable(“width”,”426″); s1.addVariable(“file”,”http://human3rror.com/v.flv”); s1.addVariable(“link”,”http://human3rror.com/v.flv”); s1.write(“player1″); [ht:BuckheadBlog] – flash video above all you RSS readers Mad props to Brad and his team [...]

You’re Growing? Well, She’s Dying.

Posted on 30. Mar, 2009 by loswhit in Deep Stuff, Religion

You’re Growing? Well, She’s Dying.

This is taken from Skye Jethani’s “The Divine Commodity” which is required reading for any Ragamuffin. “In 1990 approximately 20% the population (of America) attended church on any given weekend. By 2004 the figure had dropped to 17%. If the trend continues, by 2050 only 11% of Americans will attend church. Although megachurches have multiplied [...]

What’s Your Favorite Local Resturant

Posted on 29. Mar, 2009 by loswhit in Culture

What’s Your Favorite Local Resturant

Tonight I went to Flip Burger Boutique in midtown. Above is a picture of my burger. Best burger I’ve had in the ATL. (and yes, I’ve been to vortex) My new favorite lunch spot. Your turn… Your town… Your joint… Name it… Los

Sometimes I Wonder…

Posted on 27. Mar, 2009 by loswhit in Adoption, Family

Sometimes I Wonder…

Sometimes I wonder if he remembers ever not being mine. Los

Safety Jesus

Posted on 25. Mar, 2009 by loswhit in Authenticity

Safety Jesus

safe Pronunciation: \?s?f\ Function: adjective Inflected Form(s): saf·er; saf·est Date: 14th century 1: free from harm or risk : unhurt 2: secure from threat of danger, harm, or loss 3: affording safety or security from danger, risk, or difficulty I have 3 kids, a wife, a mortgage (albeit in California), a car payment, and a [...]

New Ragamuffin Advertiser And New Ad Opportunities

Posted on 24. Mar, 2009 by loswhit in Uncategorized

New Ragamuffin Advertiser And New Ad Opportunities

Lonetree Tax Services Here is the deal.  I know Chad.  Chad is legit.  Chad is doing MY taxes.  He needs to do yours.  Chad’s full name is actually Thad Aldew Xavier. Yea. That’s right. His initials spell TAX. OK. I made that up. But I have used ALL of the clergy tax stuff and sites. [...]

Are We Relevant Enough?

Posted on 24. Mar, 2009 by loswhit in Religion, Service Programming

Are We Relevant Enough?

I think we are asking the wrong question when we ask if the church is “relevant”. Screw relevant. People are done with relevant. Seriously. We are in a time a place where the world is waiting for an answer of Hope. And I can promise you this. Hope is not being sought after in relevance. [...]

What Was The Last Cassette Tape You Owned

Posted on 23. Mar, 2009 by loswhit in Music

What Was The Last Cassette Tape You Owned

I know 50% of you have never even seen one of these. But for those of you old geezers… What was the last cassette tape you remember buying or owning? Los

I’m A Winner, I’m A Sinner

Posted on 23. Mar, 2009 by loswhit in Authenticity

I’m A Winner, I’m A Sinner

I remember it first happening when I was 6. I was riding my bike down the gravel path behind Rehoboth Elementary School in Decatur, GA. The rocks seemed so much bigger as I was screaming down the hill.  Shippy was right on my tail.  My tan and gold banana seat racer was fresh out of [...]