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You're Not Moses
Published on 2012-05-17 19:53:00
I am six weeks into my membership with a toast masters club. I have been going since January but have been reluctant to join. When you join you get a couple workbooks; one that teaches you about the leadership roles necessary to run the club smoothly and another is filled with assignments that guide you in formal speech delivery and preparation. Some examples of roles in their leadership manual include a time keeper. Someone to monitor the amount of time you spend speaking to the crowd. Another [..] > read more
A Speech I Gave at Toastmasters This Week
Published on 2012-04-06 01:32:00
I joined a toast masters club about a month ago and gave my first speech at this weeks meeting. Below is a copy of the speech I gave. I titled it, The Epic Journey of Tim Schmidt and contains snippets of my life story... so far! I hope you enjoy it, and please don’t hesitate to comment and let me know what you think of it, blessings, Tim____________________Good evening Mr. Toastmaster, fellow members and guests. I hope you all feel welcome here today. As mentioned in the introduction my name i [..] > read more
SPEECH! SPEECH! SPEECH!
Published on 2011-12-08 15:21:00
“Hey Tim?”“Yeah Ed?” “Thanks for doing this –”“No problem Ed”“I was able to breathe a sigh of relief when I read your response to my email…” Ed was expressing his gratitude to me for agreeing to share the workload, of preaching to nearly 200 kids at Camp Chestermere. Heading east on the 1A highway out to Chestermere, Ed continued as we approached 52 street. “When we get to camp, I’ll introduce you to the Camp Director. He’s a close personal friend of mine. Well, mor [..] > read more
Bringing Faith to Life
Published on 2011-09-04 08:07:00
The book of genesis tells us that in the beginning the earth was empty. A formless mass; devoid of anything but God and His spirit. And then He spoke. Day one, “light.” Day two, “sky.”On day 3, “I command the water to separate,” and this reveals the land. Then God speaks seed bearing plants and trees into existence On Day four, God sets the stars in the skies. Spoken into existence, they are to be a difference maker. Stars and varying kinds of light are to keep night and day separa [..] > read more
Survey Says: Prayer is Like Superglue
Published on 2011-06-24 14:19:00
I thought this was an interesting article and a good follow-up to my last post, as it compliments and reinforces some of the ideas I previously mentioned. The original article can be found here.Fourteen days -- 336 hours. That's how long Eddie M > read more
The Best Intentions?
Published on 2011-06-23 13:28:00
My parents just celebrated their 35th anniversary. I joined them this past weekend for a surprise party. It was a great plan my dad had in store for my mother and put together by him and their fellow campers. Saturday was a fun night filled with a po > read more
Does Forgiveness Mean Lack of Control?
Published on 2011-06-21 17:19:00
I heard a story recently about a woman named Charlotte. At the age of 6, her parents followed their cultural norm and pre-arranged her marriage. By age 19 the date was set. A week before her big day, everything was set to go. Charlotte had her dress > read more
Busy Busy Busy
Published on 2011-06-06 17:01:00
Hey everyone! I know it’s been over a month since I’ve blogged but I have been rather busy this last month. I attended The Outpouring back in April, and during a “catch up conversation” with my good friend Dallas, he asked about the progress > read more
Busy Busy Busy
Published on 2011-06-06 17:01:00
Hey everyone! I know it’s been over a month since I’ve blogged but I have been rather busy this last month. I attended The Outpouring back in April, and during a “catch up conversation” with my good friend Dallas, he asked about the progress > read more
Michael Ignatief & The Canadian Liberals
Published on 2011-04-18 15:03:00
In 2 weeks today Canadians head to their voting stations as we once again decide on who serves another term in office in a federal election. To inject a bit of humor amid the political bantering, I decided to share an email I got regarding Michael Ig > read more
Michael Ignatief & The Canadian Liberals
Published on 2011-04-18 15:03:00
In 2 weeks today Canadians head to their voting stations as we once again decide on who serves another term in office in a federal election. To inject a bit of humor amid the political bantering, I decided to share an email I got regarding Michael Ig > read more
Denied
Published on 2011-04-15 18:35:00
“A man with leprosy came and knelt in front of Jesus, begging to be healed. “If you are willing, you can heal me and make me clean,” he said.” (Mark 1:40) NLT. As I read this verse a few weeks ago, something struck me. Here the leper asks Jes > read more
Denied
Published on 2011-04-15 18:35:00
“A man with leprosy came and knelt in front of Jesus, begging to be healed. “If you are willing, you can heal me and make me clean,” he said.” (Mark 1:40) NLT. As I read this verse a few weeks ago, something struck me. Here the leper asks > read more
Woohoo!
Published on 2011-04-09 14:25:00
Here is another article from the Inglewood newsletter. This one is simply called Woohoo! It’s about the benefits of another person's company. Have a read below or download the entire newsletter here._________________One of my neighbors likes to fid > read more
Woohoo!
Published on 2011-04-09 14:25:00
Here is another article from the Inglewood newsletter. This one is simply called Woohoo! It’s about the benefits of another person's company. Have a read below or download the entire newsletter here._________________ One of my neighbors likes to f > read more
Pots, Pans & Cutlery
Published on 2011-04-09 13:42:00
I have been rather silent on this blog recently, but that doesn't mean I haven’t been writing. One of my avenues for writing is the Inglewood Community Newsletter. It has a limited circulation and as such doesn’t get around to ALL Calgarians. I a > read more
Pots, Pans & Cutlery
Published on 2011-04-09 13:42:00
I have been rather silent on this blog recently, but that doesn't mean I haven’t been writing. One of my avenues for writing is the Inglewood Community Newsletter. It has a limited circulation and as such doesn’t get around to ALL Calgarians. I a > read more
Trying
Published on 2011-03-17 15:54:00
I'm not a perfect girl. My hair doesn’t always stay in place I spill things a lot. My friends & I sometimes fight. I sometimes have a broken heart. But when I take a step back I realize how truly amazing life is & through it all God still l > read more
Trying
Published on 2011-03-17 15:54:00
I'm not a perfect girl. My hair doesn’t always stay in place I spill things a lot. My friends & I sometimes fight. I sometimes have a broken heart. But when I take a step back I realize how truly amazing life is & through it all God still l > read more
Thoughts on Pink
Published on 2011-02-10 22:44:00
Alecia Beth Moore (AKA Pink) is an incredible woman. Though she may not be a Christian, she embodies some things I find incredibly attractive. She is physically appealing, but the type of gal I’m attracted too has more to do with personality then i > read more
Thoughts on Pink
Published on 2011-02-10 22:44:00
Alecia Beth Moore (AKA Pink) is an incredible woman. Though she may not be a Christian, she embodies some things I find incredibly attractive. She is physically appealing, but the type of gal I’m attracted too has more to do with personality then i > read more
Thoughts on Eygpt
Published on 2011-02-09 15:00:00
When I first heard about the riots happening in Egypt I didn’t know what to think. But as time rolled on I began to learn why. As I understand it, the riots in Egypt, Jordan, Yemen, and Saudi Arabia are a domino effect from what originally happened > read more
Thoughts on Eygpt
Published on 2011-02-09 15:00:00
When I first heard about the riots happening in Egypt I didn’t know what to think. But as time rolled on I began to learn why. As I understand it, the riots in Egypt, Jordan, Yemen, and Saudi Arabia are a domino effect from what originally happened > read more
Hanging With The Savior
Published on 2011-02-08 14:38:00
Lately, I have been in awe at the power and influence of social networking. While 2011 started out like any other year for me: making plans to ring in the New Year with friends and family, in other parts of the world political unrest was afoot. I’m > read more
Hanging With The Savior
Published on 2011-02-08 14:38:00
Lately, I have been in awe at the power and influence of social networking. While 2011 started out like any other year for me: making plans to ring in the New Year with friends and family, in other parts of the world political unrest was afoot. I’m > read more
Little Green Monsters
Published on 2011-02-05 22:08:00
When The Hulk gets mad and aggravated he turns into a green monster, smashes a bunch of stuff (usually cars, buildings or a world famous landmark like the Eiffel tower for example) and once he calms down, he’s back to being a “normal” white Ame > read more
Little Green Monsters
Published on 2011-02-05 22:08:00
When The Hulk gets mad and aggravated he turns into a green monster, smashes a bunch of stuff (usually cars, buildings or a world famous landmark like the Eiffel tower for example) and once he calms down, he’s back to being a “normal” white Ame > read more
Humpty Dumpty
Published on 2011-01-24 04:23:00
Humpty Dumpty sat on a wall. Humpty Dumpty had a great fall. All the king's horses and all the king's men Couldn't put Humpty together again! Two people are better off than one, for they can help each other succeed. If one person falls, the other > read more
Humpty Dumpty
Published on 2011-01-24 04:23:00
Humpty Dumpty sat on a wall.Humpty Dumpty had a great fall.All the king's horses and all the king's menCouldn't put Humpty together again!Two people are better off than one, for they can help each other succeed. If one person falls, the other can rea > read more
Counting The Cost Pays Dividends
Published on 2011-01-23 21:29:00
A number of weeks ago, I was watching a program called Rock Star Wives. In it they interview the wives of rock stars and ask them about how they handle being the “other half” (and in some cases the better half ha ha) of a music superstar. Include > read more
Counting The Cost Pays Dividends
Published on 2011-01-23 21:29:00
A number of weeks ago, I was watching a program called Rock Star Wives. In it they interview the wives of rock stars and ask them about how they handle being the “other half” (and in some cases the better half ha ha) of a music superstar. Include > read more
A Woman's Worth
Published on 2011-01-10 16:57:00
The last relationship I had I think was in was 2006. Since then I’ve been single; but not for a lack of trying. While having coffee with one lady, I find out she has connections to Calgary’s sex trade. Others have been driven by their hormones mo > read more
A Woman's Worth
Published on 2011-01-10 16:57:00
The last relationship I had I think was in was 2006. Since then I’ve been single; but not for a lack of trying. While having coffee with one lady, I find out she has connections to Calgary’s sex trade. Others have been driven by their hormones mo > read more
Extolling The New Year
Published on 2011-01-09 06:44:00
While researching an article that has been stewing in my head for a few weeks, it occurred to me that I have yet to pay homage to the beginning of 2011. As the New Year etches its way into our lives, for many of us a new calendar year also means a ne > read more
Extolling The New Year
Published on 2011-01-09 06:44:00
While researching an article that has been stewing in my head for a few weeks, it occurred to me that I have yet to pay homage to the beginning of 2011. As the New Year etches its way into our lives, for many of us a new calendar year also means a ne > read more
Defining Moments
Published on 2010-12-19 02:11:00
This coming February marks my debut as a columnist for the Inglewood community newsletter. Although it’s a few months away, I completed the inaugural piece earlier this week. you can view the article this coming February by picking up a copy for yo > read more
Defining Moments
Published on 2010-12-19 02:11:00
This coming February marks my debut as a columnist for the Inglewood community newsletter. Although it’s a few months away, I completed the inaugural piece earlier this week. you can view the article this coming February by picking up a copy for yo > read more
What’s Your M.V.P: Your Most Valuable Possession?
Published on 2010-11-27 16:02:00
Last week was the release of James Cameron’s newest box office hit Avatar: The Extended Edition. In preparation for the event, my church decided to have a movie night dedicated to the film. We would watch the movie then have a discussion based on s > read more
What’s Your M.V.P: Your Most Valuable Possession?
Published on 2010-11-27 16:02:00
Last week was the release of James Cameron’s newest box office hit Avatar: The Extended Edition. In preparation for the event, my church decided to have a movie night dedicated to the film. We would watch the movie then have a discussion based on s > read more
A Humble Conundrum
Published on 2010-11-08 01:01:00
Look again at that dot. That's here. That's home. That's us. On it everyone you love, everyone you know, everyone you ever heard of, every human being who ever was, lived out their lives. The aggregate of our joy and suffering, thousands of confident > read more
Hey....Jealousy?
Published on 2010-11-06 04:07:00
I recently heard a story about a man trapped in the Arctic Circle. The man had been a seasoned explorer but the harsh climate and blinding snow storm proved to be beyond his experience. With the looming fear of frostbite and death, the man cried out > read more
Pass Interference
Published on 2010-10-22 19:59:00
In the NFL, pass interference occurs when a defender makes contact with the receiver that prevents his opportunity to receive the ball. Some examples of pass interference include tripping, pushing, pulling or cutting in front of the receiver. Pass in > read more
Abundant Freedom
Published on 2010-10-15 22:46:00
Empty abandoned and alone. Gripped with shame you cry out to God seeking answers. How could someone rob you of your innocence then disregard you so easily? Angry and rebellious you lash out turning to fear. By instilling fear into people’s lives, y > read more