Way, way back in the day, there was an extremely popular song among Christian Sunday School classes. The song’s popularity among children didn’t have a lot to do with the inspiring lyrics, or the transcendent spiritual message. In fact, to this day I cannot figure out what it was designed to teach children. But I [...]
I sat alone for most of this morning, binging on alternating images of devastation and healing surrounding the events of 9/11. So much has been said and written about how our country has responded in the subsequent decade following that day. It’s probably appropriate for everyone to process all of those feelings once again, reflecting [...]
It’s been over a week since I wrapped up my fast for the month of Ramadan. Perhaps the sudden onset of autumn weather has something to do with it, but I’ve been regularly pondering the fact that I might be experiencing some post-Ramadan blues. I’m not waking up before dawn, I’m not meditating as much, [...]
What a way to break a fast, huh? Actually, one of my new Muslim friends from the U.K. placed this lovely picture in my mind earlier today, and I managed to bring it into reality at sunset. In what may not come as much of a surprise, it tasted much better in my mind than [...]
Soccer is a big deal in our family. The top goal on my 5-year plan is to make enough money to afford a trip to the World Cup in Brazil in 2014. My son would be 10 years old at that time, and I would love to take him. My oldest daughter would only be [...]
Today didn’t really feel like a banner day, but as I’m sitting here reflecting on it, I don’t want to get too down on myself. Not too long ago, whenever I would attempt to put a value on something (anything really), I would tack on the question: “Compared to what?” Without comparison, it’s difficult (if [...]
Put your address here to be notified when there is a new post.
September 11, 2011
If Love Doesn’t Win…
Fasting for Ramadan as a non-Muslim – Day 23
Tuesday Newsday – Roman Polanski Arrested
Fasting for Ramadan as a non-Muslim – Day 20
The Many Roles of the Sound of Silence
Baptized into The Church of Rock & Roll
Music of This Moment
A New Year, and A New Approach
Phil: Cool video. I like how it points out that, in rela...
Tpos: "Kind of fun for a break-up song, right?" lol Th...
© 2012 ZacParsons.com. All Rights Reserved.
Powered by WordPress. Designed by 
