I had a great time in a meeting and at dinner with Bill LaMorey, who is not only planting a great church in Connecticut, but he’s also one of my best friends. As a Senior/ Lead Pastor, there are very few people you can really be yourself with. That doesn’t mean you’re fake with everyone else. It’s simply that you can’t confide in everyone. Bill has been one of those people in my life that I can talk to and be real with. I think that I’ve been able to be that for him as well (I think?). But as … Read More

That’s the name we picked when we found out that we are having a little girl! Carey and I are so excited! People asked me what we wanted to have and I didn’t have a preference. Carey and I both thought it was a girl for many reasons. But we only had a girl name picked out and every time we would pray for our baby we would say, “She” or “her” inadvertently. If you don’t know, my wife and I have been trying to have children for over 9 years. Mia’s name comes from 2 Cor. 12:9, where the … Read More

Carey and I are having a baby! We’ve been trying since we got married 9 1/2 years ago and it’s finally happening! She’s 3 months along. We’re totally excited! We let the church know yesterday and the place freaked out! It was awesome because so many of them had been praying for us for years. I think some of them are almost as happy as we are. Carey and I are really looking forward to this new season of our lives.

I woke up this morning realizing that some people have put some meaning into today’s date (6-6-06). Now, while I don’t think it means anything, i woke up this morning and noticed the book that I’m reading had some pen smudges on the cover (Those that know me, know that I take meticulous care of my books – You’d never know I read them if it weren’t for all the writing in blue pen). Anyway, I noticed the pen marks on the book and then I noticed I had blue ink all over my hand. Then I looked in the … Read More

It’s great to be home. I’m still totally exhausted, but when I got off the plane and smelled Cuban bread being toasted in the terminal, I knew I was back in Miami. I loved being in the office today and seeing my staff. I really love these people. We not only work together, but we’re friends. Lots of man-hugs and catching up to say the least! It’s so interesting how things keep rolling with or without you. It shows me that this is God’s church and I’m just a spoke in the wheel. But I’m glad to get rolling again. … Read More

I got to LAX at 11:30AM for my 1:45PST flight home yesterday. Carey and I had lunch and we walked to our gate only to learn that our plane was being “Serviced” and the flight was delayed. One hour turned into 2. Two hours turned into 4. Four hours turned into over 5 hours! We took off at 7PM PST and we landed at 12PST or 3AM EST! I got to our offices where my car was at 4AM and was home and in bed by 5:30AM. All that to say, “I’m tired!” 2 good things about our flight. I … Read More

So I saw it on Thursday…The Brady house. I found the address to the house (I know that sounds creepy) that was used as the outside footage for the show. Anyway, the house looks different than it did when the show aired: the house now has a fence and it has been painted a different color. But I took a couple of pictures of it anyway just to prove I’ve been there. By the way, mad props to Mike Brady who proved he was a brilliant architect by building a second story to a house that looks like it would … Read More

Sunday was a day of getting acclimated to West coast time and weather (It was overcast and a bit cold). But I don’t remember the last time I wore a sweater in late May. I bought a pair of shoes that I’ve been looking for (For at least 6 months). It was glorious! I love buying clothes and I’m not ashamed to admit it (OK, maybe a little). Carey and I went to Mosaic last night. I spent some time talking with Alex McManus who is one of the coolest guys on the planet. You should check out his blog, … Read More

Carey and I arrived in LA around 2PM local time on Saturday. The weather was amazing! We checked into our hotel and proceeded to hit the nearest In N Out Burger. It’s as good as I remember it! I feel the need to open a franchise in Miami. I may even start one out of my house if possible. I tried something new this time: The french fries – animal style! Out of hand! The Double-Double animal style was over the top, but this took things to a whole new level. From there, Carey and I headed to Saddleback for … Read More

Speaking of birthdays, today is my niece, Sarah’s 7th birthday. I love you sweetheart! My life is better because you’re part of it!