Well, it’s late and I just finished reading this play by Aristophanes. It’s about two guys who go to the birds to set up a utopian city in the clouds so they can “oust” the gods from Olympus. Supposedly the birds were created before the Titans and were more worthy of being worshipped than the Olympians.
I guess this is supposed to be a parody of utopianism. It is funny in places, though some of it was bawdy. I’m glad I read this play because it’s a classic, but I probably wouldn’t recommend it to others. I do think it’s cool that a play can survive over 2000 years after it was written, though.
This is a wonderful story about faith and family. The characters are likable and strong, and their faith is even stronger. This family perseveres through tragedy and danger–all the while leaning on God for guidance and direction and each other for hope and comfort. Swede is a hoot! Very well written. Excellent story. Read it!
1. My 13 year old son 2. My 12 year old son 3. My 40 something year old husband 4. My mother 5. My dad (who is now in heaven) 6. My brother J 7. My sister C 8. My sister J 9. Grandma R. 10. Grandma O. 11. Grandpa O. 12. My friend Jeni 13. My friend Tracey
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2 comments: suki said… Super list! I’m very thankful for all the people in my life too. February 1, 2007 2:28 AM Jeannine said… Thank you for reminding us that there are rather “simple” things we should be thankful for!Happy TT. February 1, 2007 3:17 AM
You are always trying to find the time to get back to your book. You are convinced that the world would be a much better place if only everyone read more.
Blessed is the man who walks not in the counsel of the wicked, nor stands in the way of sinners, nor sits in the seat of scoffers; but his delight is in the law of the LORD, and on his law he meditates day and night. He is like a tree planted by streams of water that yields its fruit in its season, and its leaf does not wither. In all that he does, he prospers. (Psalm 1:1-3, ESV)
I’m very thankful for all the people in my life too.
