Recently, I noticed a few hits on this particular page, and realized, oops, I don’t have anything here to let people know who I am in the blogosphere (or in real-time, either). So, read on.
As of December 2009*, I am a God-fearing man of 42, a husband to the same wonderful woman (Sharon) for 20 years, a father to eight (!) children, and a signalman for one of the nation’s class I railroads.
*I only insert the date here, so I don’t have to change, on a yearly basis, my age, or the number of years my sweetie and I will have been married.
I was a pastor for seven years, and a paid IT guy (computer geek) for 12 years. I’ve also worked construction, and have been published as a writer. I’ve been involved as a trainer (other than for my own children) and an educator at various points along the way over about 15 years.
My family and I live on a 10-acre “hobby” farm in Southwestern Minnesota. We have egg-laying hens, a few goats, some sheep of several varieties, a few cows, and a few dogs, including two Newfoundlands, and several cats.
I enjoy my work, and I love my family, but most importantly, I delight in my Shepherd, the God of the Bible. Living to praise and glorify my Savior, Jesus Christ, God the Son, is my chief end. Yes, I have played sports, and have even been a sports writer, and yes, I enjoy music, and play a number of instruments. But, with 8 children, in ages 14 to 6 months, and with an acreage, my life stays pretty busy just working, investing time with my family, and helping out with church. And, I am always reading, whether it be my Bible, or blogs, or Brian Jacques, or C.S. Lewis, or John Piper, or poetry, or Puritan writers. Or most any other beneficial, conservative reading material.
Oh, and did I mention? We (!) home school. I say, we, but actually, Sharon obviously is the primary teacher.
There you have it, for now. It’s not exactly in a nutshell, but, it’s who I am. More than I had here yesterday.
9 responses so far ↓
Joel // December 29, 2007 at 4:28 pm
That is a really good picture you’ve got for the title. It goes well with the theme.
dandelionsmith // December 29, 2007 at 6:43 pm
Thank you. My daughter Laurel took the photo, and Sharon coordinated the theme.
lilrabbi // January 30, 2008 at 3:03 am
Excellent beard. I like how it sprawls.
dandelionsmith // January 30, 2008 at 9:34 pm
Why, thank you! And one of the best features is, Sharon appreciates it, too.
mommy2myblessings // March 20, 2008 at 1:02 pm
I have enjoyed reading through your blog. We are a Christian homeschooling family as well. We are expecting our 6th child in August.
Please feel free to stop by and visit me at:
http://www.thefullquiverhomeschoolhouse.wordpress.com
dandelionsmith // March 20, 2008 at 2:00 pm
Thank you, and I appreciate the invitation.
dlr // June 8, 2008 at 6:04 am
I just noticed that you linked to one of my blog post and after reading your bio I see that we have much in common. Lord Bless!
sydwong // June 30, 2008 at 8:23 pm
Great to read about your life! Encouraged that you’re seeking Him in everything, and that you delight in that. I would love to do what you do, and I can only say “one day…” and sigh. My small family (wife and one two-year-old) live in Toronto, with a population of almost 3 million. Not exactly space to spread your wings. But it’s a place to live, and we are blessed in so many ways. But one day….!
I just started micro-blogging on Twitter. My link for prayer requests (from me and others) is: http://twitter.com/prayer_requests
That’s a picture of my son, Jasper. God bless!
dandelionsmith // June 30, 2008 at 9:18 pm
Thanks for the comment, sir. As I recall, A.W. Tozer was a pastor in Toronto for some time. May the Lord bless your desire to draw near to Him and to His will for you. Your son looks to be a joyful child; surely children are an heritage from the Lord!
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