As a former children’s pastor, I had many interesting conversations with parents about the difficult conversations they’ve had with their children. A lot of parents seem to have huge concerns and issues with Disney and Harry Potter. They worry about certain television shows and video games. But what really surprises me is the number ofContinue reading “I Really Don’t Care How You Feel About Santa Claus”
Author Archives: Duane S. Montague
December 1st: The Andy Williams Christmas Album
I listened to the local Christmas music station for about 30 minutes today. Spaced apart by about 2 hours, I was annoyed by all the commercials and the way the DJ’s referred to themselves with holiday nicknames. I was also bugged that in the 30 minutes I listened, I heard two of the same songs:Continue reading “December 1st: The Andy Williams Christmas Album”
Christmas Music 2011
Walk into your local Target and you’ll see an endcap full of Christmas music. There’s a few collections made just for Target, usually a young newer artist who puts out an EP exclusive, and there will be some collection CD’s re-releasing the same 24 versions of the same 24 songs that have been on nearlyContinue reading “Christmas Music 2011”
Thank You, Steve.
The first time I saw that Steve Jobs had died was on my iPhone. On my MacBook, I quickly searched for more information and received a phone call shortly after (again on my iPhone) from a friend who works for Microsoft. Both of us were in a state of shock. My wife texted me–from herContinue reading “Thank You, Steve.”
Faith Without Machine Guns is Dead
I was privileged to go to a sneak preview of the film, Machine Gun Preacher, which opens here in Seattle tomorrow. I knew some of the story–a violent drug dealer finds Jesus and becomes a champion for children in Sudan, building orphanages and killing people along the way. But I was unprepared for the powerContinue reading “Faith Without Machine Guns is Dead”
The Most Important Thing
I have a lot of stuff to do. I have posters to create, marketing campaigns to develop. I have worship music to choose, videos to create, lessons to plan and volunteers to encourage. I have a host of people and kids and families who count on me. I have a lot of stuff to do.Continue reading “The Most Important Thing”
A Few More Favorite Film Scores (In No Particular Order)
My last post on film scores was quite enjoyable, and the responses were very interesting. Some people sure feel passionate about their movie music (including me)! I have such a love for film scores that I’ve decided to make it an ongoing series, with favorites discussed and presented. All the scores I’ll present here willContinue reading “A Few More Favorite Film Scores (In No Particular Order)”
Big Thunder Mountain Railroad
It’s one of the greatest themed coasters ever, and I’ve ridden it at least 300 times. I can tell you exactly when the goat will “baa-aa-aah” at you from the top of the hill, how to sit in the back car and keep that lap bar from making you sit too tight. I can alsoContinue reading “Big Thunder Mountain Railroad”
The Honor Chart
It’s easily one of the best parenting ideas we’ve ever had. It came about because we were trying to figure out ways for the kids to talk nicely to each other, to help each other–to not argue with us, to find ways to show respect. Everyone wants their kids to act this way, but it’sContinue reading “The Honor Chart”
Completely Subjective Ranking of 10 Best Film Scores of All Time
I love music. I love making lists. I love listening to film scores. In fact, I have 466 film score albums in my iTunes library. So here, I’m combining two of my favorite things: lists and film scores. It’s not easy narrowing 466 to ten, but here’s my attempt: my list of the top 10Continue reading “Completely Subjective Ranking of 10 Best Film Scores of All Time”
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