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Flaxseed Pillows and Beautiful Day

2011-11-22T11:39:00.001-08:00

Ever heard of a flaxseed pillow? I never had until I moved to Northern California. A flaxseed pillow is a microwaveable-heat sustaining-comfy bag of goodness that gets used again and again to warm up cold people. You see, my wife and I are both from sunny/warm/heat-wave-laden Southern California, where you wear shorts all-year long and everyone is always tan.

When we moved north we anticipated a cultural change… from Hollywood-Celebs to Tech-Celebs, also fashion change… from flip-flops to Tiva’s with socks. But we weren’t ready for the climate change… after all, Al Gore was talking about global warming and we were cool with that reality. But when we moved in… we experienced the arctic NorCal cold, and thus the discovery of the flaxseed pillow. Watching TV… sitting on flaxseed, going to bed… sleeping with flaxseed, watching a soccer game… cuddling with flaxseed. In fact, I can tell the temperature of the flaxseed pillow based on my wife’s face. Happy face= Warm flaxseed. Sad face=forgot to bring flaxseed to the 9:30 service at WestGate.

I wasn’t a big fan of the flaxseed pillow at first (it seemed a bit “relationally intrusive”)… but now, I’m thinking about getting two. There’s something heavenly when you get an unexpected burst of warmth when you’re freezing.

It’s funny… Beautiful Day was an unexpected burst of warmth this fall. Usually we do service projects in the spring, but this year we ventured into the fall with some “modest” plans that became larger than we imagined. Messy forgotten freeways got cleaned up, cold dim houses got Christmas lights, tired school playgrounds got fresh US maps, families in need got Thanksgiving meals, and desperate blood banks got replenished. Basically, we nuked up a flaxseed pillow called “Love your Neighbor” and tossed it on a community that didn’t realize how cold it was.

Living and Loving like Jesus brings an unexpected burst of warmth to a world that desperately needs to experience him.

So to my leaders… outstanding work!!!

To all the volunteers… way to go!!!

For everyone… here’s a challenge as you go into Thanksgiving this season, become a flaxseed pillow to someone in need of an unexpected burst of warmth!!

Zimbabwe team travels

2011-07-10T22:21:00.001-07:00

Tried to post this video on YouTube and FB... but they wouldn't let me. This is the 30 hr journey to Zim with my team... check it out!,

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Chocolate Homelessness

2011-04-19T20:52:00.000-07:00

Here’s a Love-Hate thing that you don’t see too often.

I LOVE Chocolate… and I HATE Homelessness.

I do

Those are both emphatic statements that I stand by… and I’m confident will be lifelong Love-Hate principles for me.

I love different sorts of chocolates… lots of caramel, almond, coconut. I’m a lover of dark chocolate. I love even thinking about chocolate.

Ironically, in contrast…

I hate different kinds of homelessness… loss of jobs, disabilities, mental-illness. I’m a hater of chronic homelessness. I hate even thinking about homelessness.

For me… Chocolate is the antithesis of Homelessness (yes, "antithesis"... I looked it up!)

On May 1^st, I will respond to my Love-Hate dilemma by participating as the MC/Comic for the Rivers of Chocolate event at the Mountain winery in Saratoga CA.

Rivers of Chocolate has established itself as the premier chocolate tasting event in Northern California. Each year finds additional chocolatiers and restaurateurs creating confections to fit the theme. Proceeds from the event benefit EHC LifeBuilders, providing vital shelter and services for homeless individuals and families in Silicon Valley.

To purchase tickets or to find out more information, go to www.riversofchocolate.org

Blood Never Lies

2011-04-17T16:57:00.001-07:00

One of my favorite TV characters is the blood splatter analysis, Dexter Morgan from Miami Metro on the hit show “Dexter”. He has some of the best lines on TV as he walks us to the crime scene to investigate blood patterns. It could be a pool of blood, a simple sample of blood, a drop of blood, or a splattering on the wall. His expert analysis on blood tells detectives more about what happened on the scene… and gives them insights into whom the culprit might be.

“Blood Never Lies” is a common phrase he uses. Which is true… blood can tell you a lot.

I would love it if Dexter came upon our Beautiful Day Blood drive (actually, it might freak Dexter fans out). But let’s just pretend for a second… what if he walked in, and did some analysis, and gave his report. What would it read?

“Pints and pints of blood given”

“a group of people with all kinds of needed blood types”

“a line of people willing and waiting to give”

“tables of people enjoying snacks while they recoup”

“donor chairs filled with person after person”

“people leaving the facility with a bandage on their arm and a mark on their soul.”

If Dexter Morgan were to take any of the Beautiful Day blood samples back to the lab for closer analysis … I’m pretty confident he would find something telling about the “blood-donor-suspect” in question. He would uncover a thread of compassion, he would see a strand of courage, he would find a pulse of grace. And ironically, the blood in question looks strangely familiar to samples collected on a cross years ago.

Here’s the truth about blood…

- Blood is needed every two seconds.

- About 1 in 7 people entering a hospital needs blood.

- Blood is always needed for treatment of accident victims, cancer patients, hemophiliacs and surgery patients.

- Blood cannot be manufactured or harvested.

So here’s the deal… those of you without blood are exempt from this compassion/service project. Everyone else?... Get in line!!

Because… “blood never lies”

To sign up for the Beautiful Day Blood drive, go to our website at www.ourbeautifulday.org

Hit the "Upcoming Projects" link... or click on this logo...

Google Maps helps Beautiful Day

2011-04-15T17:15:00.000-07:00

Check this out!!! i know a bunch of you guys see these Google streetview cars capturing pics in and around town.

Well... we just happened to be at the right place AND we had our Beautiful Day banners. So in just a few weeks, you can go to google maps (streetview)... and go down Campbell Ave (Campbell CA) in front of the Sonoma Chicken Coup.... and see us holding a HUGE Beautiful Day banner.

Thank you Google... for promoting Beautiful Day this year!!!

HUNT... One mom's heroic idea.

2011-04-15T09:52:00.000-07:00

HUNT is a massive easter egg hunt in the Silicon Valley, and the largest in California. It's crazy how it started. A young mom went to a city sponsored community egg hunt, and lay victim to an overcrowded, understaffed, city-sponsored spring tradition. Too many kids searching for too-few eggs... and too few staff attempting to crowd-control parents with cameras and strollers. It was a nightmare in the making. Imagine uber-protective soccer mom types... shielding Easter Egg HUNT space for their kids... body blocking, and hovering, while dad is trying to snap pictures - Jonney picks up colorful eggs while mom throws down with a home-school parent who's invaded her sons territory. It's like the Oklahoma Land Rush of the late 1800's... except more strollers than horses.

A few years back, one young mom decided enough is enough. If the city cant run a descent egg hunt then she would do it her self... how hard could it be?

For the next few years she hosted a small hunt site for her surrounding community, and each year it grew in popularity. The key was, GREAT communication of how the site would run, tons of candy and eggs (so no one left disappointed), and tasers (for over-zealous parents).

*** note*** we have not used Tasers, but we've seriously thought about it.

The HUNT site was a huge success.

A few years back, we decided to replicate her HUNT site model. Taking the exact same principles and setting up sites that faith communities can host in and around the city. Basically, we too her model and put it on steroids. Now Beautiful Day host the largest site(s) in California.

They are well communicated, well staffed, and have tons and tons of candy. In fact, the city and school districts all canceled their sites, and tell people to come to ours... "they're WAY better!" Now politicians show up at our sites and help with the HUNT... its become a cool partnership in serving the community and serving the city.

One mom... with a cool idea. Heroic Genius? You bet!!

Looking for a site to attend... go to www.ourbeautifulday.org

You lookinig for ways to do something Heroic for the Planet???

2010-10-13T23:20:00.001-07:00

Calling all people who want to change the world... Guess what? YOU CAN!!!

I talk to thousands of people every year and they ask me... "How can we get involved?". I usually tell them that I'm married, at which they give me a HUGE eye-roll and say... "You know what I mean!!"

The truth is... I DO know what you mean. You would like to make a difference in the world and do something that helps other people.

First of all, let me welcome you to the planet where real HEROS are discovered and empowered every day... Regular people (like you and me) given an opportunity to do something for another person that actually changes the world.

On the right side of my blog where it says... "Cool organizations that Rock the Community", you can click through some amazing local organizations that need people like you to serve. Below that is another section that I call "Cool organizations that Rock the Planet"... there you can find organizations where you go respond to needs around the world.

(note: each organization has a link that allows you to respond, give, or volunteer... look carefully before you respond)

Some call that Volunteer Hours... (I think that sounds lame), but I like to call it "Dishin out the Love".

Either way... there is something that everyone can do. You just need to look around and start checking things out.

The worst thing is to do nothing. Everyone loses when you do nothing. You do... the community does... and the world stays the same.

OK... enough of my ranting. Check things out... you'll be glad you did!!!

Jon Talbert "Baseball"

2010-08-01T22:26:00.000-07:00

Went to lunch@ Santana Row, & a woman had a birthday party for her dog at Pasta Pomodoro. I said "happy birthday"... then left.

2010-04-06T09:23:00.001-07:00

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Hot Air Balloon assembly for Moreland schools, hosted by Beautiful Day

2010-04-04T10:24:00.001-07:00

This is the first of a weeklong, 5 school assembly for Moreland school district. Hot Air Balloonist Michael Glen gives his motivational talk, then fills up the balloon and takes the principal and some teachers for a ride.

This was hosted through Beautiful Day and an advertisement for HUNT this Saturday. To find out more, go to www.ourbeautifulday.org

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I'm at South Bay Church this morning. A 1yr old church plant in San Jose. This place rocks!!! Outstanding service and community

2010-03-14T15:37:00.001-07:00

Felipe Santos spoke on James 3. It was a great experience and an amazing faith community. I hv high marks for these guys and their work in the city.

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Inflight mag has a "Canine Genealogy Kit". Only $59.95!!

2010-01-01T15:36:00.001-08:00

With this kit I can analyze my dogs DNA... and confirm it's physical features.

"yep, you have a dog... and it's big!"

I just need to q-tip swab the inside of his mouth and send it off to the lab.

Ironically, on the next page, they have a "Dog Bite first-aid" kit!

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That's my first ever witnessing an "O My Buns" delivery truck.

2009-12-29T11:31:00.001-08:00

Can you imagine pitching your business plan to some venture capitalists who want to invest in your start-up company?

"Yes, I'd like to start a cutting edge pastry company... I'm gonna call it... O My Buns!!l"

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The rock stacking guy at Seaport Village

2009-12-26T18:30:00.001-08:00

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The rock stacking guy at Seaport Village

2009-12-26T17:40:00.001-08:00

This guy stacked random rock piles along the sea shore... Pretty cool

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Baby Elephants in the womb. Wow!!

2009-12-26T14:31:00.001-08:00

Natioanl geographic has amazing photos of animals in the womb

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Racing at LeManze with Cheri

2009-12-18T20:34:00.001-08:00

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I saw this personal License plate today. I guess I gotta go with "Revrd Jon"

2009-12-15T15:30:00.001-08:00

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Me and Mark Lundholm after our show at the Heritage. Good times!!

2009-12-06T16:22:00.001-08:00

This was the second time I've featured with Mark Lunholm at the Comedy Fest at the Heritage Theater in downtown Campbell. This was a record breaking attendence for comedy at this venue. It was a great show.

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A Hello Kitty Toaster, that burns kitty faces into your bread? I could not be happier!!

2009-11-25T20:38:00.001-08:00

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This cat just wandered in my house. We both played with a bal & stringl.... then took a nap

2009-11-23T15:48:00.001-08:00

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I saw this church sign coming to work this morning. It's kinda crazy how compassion spreads

2009-11-17T15:15:00.001-08:00

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The man who smogged my car is named Singh. He looks like Santa with a turban. We passed

2009-11-16T14:28:00.001-08:00

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This is Beautiful Day "Daily Fuel" in action. Over 1200 lunches went out

2009-11-15T07:30:00.001-08:00

We asked WestGaters to bring 500 lunches... they brought over 1200!!!

Amazing stories of people having lunch and converstations happening.

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This is one of the formal shots from the dance party. This guy was so glad to be there & to hv the pic.

2009-11-14T22:48:00.001-08:00

At the Medeivel Dance Party for disabled kids there were characters (king, queen, prince and princess) that took pictures with kids and groups of people. This young guy was so proud of his picture it was cool to see.

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I was at the Beautiful Day Better Homes site and saw this kid in a serve shirt

2009-11-14T08:45:00.001-08:00

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Don't forget about the Beautiful Day blood drive tomorrow. Even young people can give

2009-11-13T09:30:00.001-08:00

This is Sam Talbert he is 16 and needed a photo ID and a parent consent form. We need to hit 261 donors... So far we have had 108. Tomorrow the blood bank will be open at WestGate from 9-2.... Come in an give blood... It's easy!!

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Beautiful Day medieval "Dance Party" set up.

2009-11-12T20:44:00.001-08:00

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Beautiful Day Blood Drive this Saturday at WestGate. If you have blood show up!!!

2009-11-12T13:36:00.001-08:00

His is Kerry and Terry Spidell from WestGate church... having just donated blood for Beautiful Day. The record for donations is 260... we are currently at 108... with one more full day this Saturday November 14th at WestGate church from 9-3. You can show up and donate... or register at www.bbr.org

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I'm out at the Beautiful Day Parks and Trails project. Students from High Schools all over the county serving the city together

2009-11-11T09:18:00.001-08:00

It's great to see how many students are out serving today. They come from many different High School... Serving and blessing the city.

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Beautiful Day's Adopt-a-Hero Story

2009-11-09T15:17:00.000-08:00

I just got this email from some who just did Beautiful Day's Adopt-a-Hero. It was a great experience for her and I thought I'd share it with you.

If you have a Beautiful Day story... send it in!!

Jon,

I just did my first Beautiful Day project and I wanted to tell someone about it. I signed up for Adopt-a-Hero, and was assigned to bake some goodies for the San Jose Police Department. I was told that I could deliver the dessert at any point during the week, and since I’m working from home nowadays and don’t have much time to bake during the week, I baked homemade chocolate chip cookies (from scratch) last night, warmed them up this afternoon, and delivered them to the SJPD just a few minutes ago.

Isn’t it amazing how God works? I put on my Beautiful Day shirt and drove to the SJPD (I had just warmed up the cookies, so you could smell the melted chocolate chips wafting in the air). I wasn’t sure where to go, but I saw a uniformed police officer standing by a door and told him, “Excuse me, I have some cookies to drop off for the Police Department.” I kid you not – the expression on the man’s face completely changed from one of stoic professionalism to complete disbelief. He asked me, “Seriously? How nice of you! Why?” I answered, “Well, I’m with an organization called Beautiful Day, a consortium of churches that is focusing on doing outreach to our community this week. I’m on a project that reaches out to law enforcement, firemen, and the like by delivering them dessert.” The man still looked shocked, but in a good way. J He asked me again, “What is the name of the organization you’re with?” And again, I said, “Beautiful Day,” and explained about the program and the whole compassionate outreach thing.

You could tell that the man was touched. He just couldn’t seem to believe that a complete stranger would do something so kind.

The great thing about it all is that there were lots of other people in the room, so they heard the exchange between me and the officer as well. I never got his name – and he never asked mine – but that’s not really the point, is it?
I like this “compassion unleashed” thing.

There were some rough peeps that came down my block today. By chance I got this picture of them.

2009-11-01T17:51:00.001-08:00

Don't be fooled by the innocence of Peeps... they come from a sketchy part of town.

You've been warned!!

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I've had so much sugar... Here's what I look like

2009-10-31T19:13:00.001-07:00

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OK, I know that all my dance fans want to see my shoes... So here you go!!

2009-10-28T22:10:00.001-07:00

It's no big deal actually. They look like my cowboy boots. But I like em. They come in a carrying bag that says "Stephanie ballroom.. Your Destiny" on the side. Dance shoes... and a "Stephanies ballroom" bag to carry them in... Wow, I'm a mess!! The hot lady in front of me is this chick I met named Cheri. She's at my house now cooking dinner!!!

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This is a creative approach to asking people to mind their kids...

2009-10-25T12:23:00.001-07:00

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We've been talking about hotair balloon rides for the Beautiful Day Easter egg hunt. I can't get this picture out of my mind

2009-10-24T13:44:00.001-07:00

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Cutting edge church marketing. I'm going to see if we can use these methods at WestGate church

2009-10-23T21:06:00.001-07:00

You can't see what they were spelling, but it reads... "You are invited to give generously"

I appreciate them "inviting" us... That's sweet of them.

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Sometimes you just need to snuggle up next to the family pets....and just feel the lovin!!

2009-10-04T20:34:00.001-07:00

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I think we should offer this class at WestGate... as it relates to men getting along with women.

2009-10-04T15:50:00.001-07:00

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Jaclyn's bf came over with his American bulldog Charlie, he was so happy to see everyone that he bit 4 people. I think I hv rabies now.

2009-10-03T14:48:00.001-07:00

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I guess this is one way to break up with a girl

2009-10-03T08:59:00.001-07:00

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I think I found my lunch today. The Scooby Burger... Check it out!

2009-09-30T08:29:00.001-07:00

— 4 quarter-pound beef patties;
— 12 onion rings;
— 8 slices of bacon;
— 8 slices of cheese;
— 6 slices of tomato;
— 2 sesame buns;
— Barbecue sauce;
— Lettuce;
— And a good slathering of mayonnaise.

Almost 2500 calories!!! Yikes!!

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At the WillowCreek Leadership Summit. Listening to Hybels

2009-08-06T11:02:00.001-07:00

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Parking at The Fray concert and saw this sign. Can someone explain what this means?

2009-08-01T21:23:00.001-07:00

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Long & awesome day at Project Restoration. Now I'm @ the Shoreline 2 see the Fray. Some rockin opener band right now

2009-08-01T19:16:00.001-07:00

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3 men and a baby... all bald. Check this out.

2009-07-28T10:15:00.001-07:00

Steve, Mike, Joel, and baby Ellison

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My sons dream wedding girl. Check it out!!

2009-07-23T18:09:00.001-07:00

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WestGate staff caught at Amato's with cheesy fries.

2009-07-20T12:35:00.001-07:00

Marky Mark, Jonny-T, Stevie-babes, T, and the "new guy" eating Philly cheese steak sandwiches and cheesy fries. If you listen carefully you can hear their arteries hardening.

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This sign reflects racism towards Asians and their body parts. Very sad

2009-07-18T20:52:00.001-07:00

At least spell "knees" correctly.

It's Jap knees

I don't get how that could ever be a cuisine either.

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This is the part of my job that I hate. Saying goodbye to players when they are traded. We will miss Pablo Campos

2009-07-16T08:00:00.001-07:00

This is a pick of some of my boys from the EarthQuakes… Pablo Campos, Mike Graczyk, Arturo Alverez, and Shea Salinas. The other pic is of me, Davide Somma (who was released earlier this year) Pablo, and Shea at a bowling tournament for FCA. I met Pablo at Chipotle in San Jose just after he joined the team and invited him over for our Wednesday family game night. He came and introduced us to some of the best games we’ve played in our home. Granted… these are drinking games, but we played them all night (without the drinking) and had an awesome time. Pablo is one of the warmest guys you will ever meet and loved being at the house and hanging out with my family.

We will miss him,

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I'm back from El Pollo Loco and the family is gathered. Its time for a sing a long. I envision something like this...

2009-07-14T22:30:00.001-07:00

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I've done some research and have discovered some new parenting techniques.

2009-07-14T10:05:00.001-07:00

When communicating with your children, use a high pitched whistle. This whistle counters whining, screaming, talking back, and eye-rolling. If we’ve learned anything from Captain Von Trapp, the whistle is our best option to get kids attention… short of smacking them upside the head (which is what I’m sure he wanted to do with his boys who wore the Lederhosen).

Parenting Lesson #1

-Get a Whistle

Parenting Lesson #1a

-smack kids who wear Leaderhosen

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Strategic marketing for kids... My kids tried it, and it works!!

2009-07-14T00:28:00.001-07:00

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A new submission to the "Dive worth the Drive" series. Mojo burger. This is a sweet burger joint!!

2009-07-12T14:39:00.001-07:00

There are only 3 Mojo Burgers in the world. I happened upon the one in the Pruneyard is Campbell CA. Very tasty burgers that actually rivals In and Out. I know... hard to believe.

Check em out www.mojoburger.com

If you wish to make a submission to the Dive series... then invite me to lunch!!!!

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Here's the pre-shot of Johnson to Hucks to tie it.

2009-07-11T20:17:00.001-07:00

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EarthQuakes vs Toronto FC. Really need a win tonight. Can I get a little 'what what' for the boys??!!!

2009-07-11T18:36:00.001-07:00

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Heading to Santa Cruz with Sam for a sweet ride

2009-07-11T09:20:00.001-07:00

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The Tortilla soup at Boston Market rocks. Not worthy of the "Dive" series... but a close 2nd.

2009-07-07T21:47:00.001-07:00

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a spaceship hovered over our house this morning... and this creature fell out and landed on my lawn. It's still there.

2009-07-04T13:56:00.001-07:00

It looks scary, and it snorted at me when I got close to it, so I ran away. But I got this picture and am now convinced that aliens do exist and we are not alone in the stratosphere.

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Spent most the day immersed in The essential Enneagram. I'm a 7, The Epicure. What are you?

2009-06-30T18:59:00.001-07:00

This is the most comprehensive personality test I've ever taken. It's empowering to discover who you are... and how best to patner with your gift mix to be what God has created you to be. If you have not taken this test... It's well worth the time.

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US vs Brazil Confederation Cup finals today. Keeper Tim Howard is a Rockstar.

2009-06-28T09:30:00.001-07:00

I love this guy. Humble upbringing, Played in the MLS, brought over to Man U, now the anchor of the US Dream team. No one would have guessed we’d have gone this far, and Tim Howard is a huge part of it.

Today against Brazil should be interesting.

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Another addition to "Dive worth the Drive". TGI Sushi in Campbell

2009-06-18T13:09:00.001-07:00

I have always felt reluctant to add a Sushi place to my D worth the Drive series because most "dive-looking" Sushi places should be avoided at all cost. However, my friend Matt from Los Gatos convinced me otherwise. In fact, he said this place has the freshest fish in the area... apparently he has checked.

Let me say, TGI Sushi in Campbell does not disappoint. Check it out... Off Hamilton near Winchester. It's a tiny place.... so don't blink, or you will miss it.

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Another addition to my Dive worth the Drive series. The "Tia Juana" MexGrill in Sunnyvale. Formerly Speedy's

2009-06-17T15:07:00.001-07:00

My buddy Charlie heard about my Dive worth the Drive series and decided to take me to his favorite Mexican Dive in Sunnyvale called Tai Juana.

Actually, if you are part of the cool crowd you say “Speedy’s” and the locals know what you are talking about. This was this tiny little hole in the wall place that was standing room only and a line out the door. Authentic “South-of-the- border” Mexican food with excellent Sea Food dishes. If you are interested… Check em out… 901 E. Duane Ave in Sunnyvale.

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6 months in jail for dumping rabbits?

2009-06-16T16:24:00.001-07:00

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Cathryn Talbert opning 4 Maybe Tues. 2nite at 8 @ Mission City Santa Clara. $12 benfts TeamInTraining. Rockin!

2009-06-05T12:40:00.001-07:00

Cathryn Talbert will be opening for Maybe Tuesday the “Music Heals” benefit show at the Mission City Coffee in Santa Clara off the Alameda.

Tickets are $12 at the door and all proceeds go to Team In Training. This is also Maybe Tuesdays 1^st performance as Maybe Tuesday.

This will be an awesome show. If you have not heard Cat or Maybe Tuesday….this is your chance. The show ill rock… AND its for a great cause!!

2221 The Alameda
Santa Clara, CA 95050

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My godson Tyler, almost walking.

2009-05-31T15:41:00.001-07:00

This is Tyler Rempel, (our godson) and he is 10 months. Cheri and I are learning how to be G-parents...but note to all readers, we are in no hurry.

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Just finished performing at the Santa Clara Convention Theater. Standing rm only. My fav show of the year

2009-05-30T21:39:00.001-07:00

I was the solo comic amongst insanely great dance crews from around the bay area. This was an unbelievable show put on by OneStep.

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A new addition to my Dive Worth the Drive series. The Big Basin Cafe in Saratoga.

2009-05-29T15:49:00.001-07:00

If you can find it you will love it!!! I'm enjoying a croissant and coffee. It's a cozy Cafe just a ways down Big Basin way (past hwy 9). I'm listening to obscure Beatle tunes in the quaint and cozy living room... chatting with employees and enjoying my food. If you happen by tell them you read about them on Dive worth the Drive!!!

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A new submission to my "Dive worth the Drive" (places to eat) series. Amicis East Coast Pizza. check it out

2009-05-28T12:36:00.001-07:00

Wanna know what I ordered? I got the Spicy Pepper Chicken

Sliced Chicken Breast, Roasted Red Peppers, Caramelized Onions, Cilantro, Oregano, and Crushed Red Pepper Flakes

Give it a try….

Amici's East Coast Pizzeria – San Jose
225 W. Santa Clara Street
San Jose, CA 95113

408-289-9000 Phone

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Just finished speaking about Beautiful Day at the Sharon Hts country club Barnabas Group

2009-05-28T09:33:00.001-07:00

The Barnabas Group is a gathering of business leaders and entrepreneurs who leverage resources for greater missional impact around the Silicon Valley.

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my dog with yet another sticker on her head. How does this happen?

2009-05-27T09:20:00.001-07:00

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All twitterheads and FBers... Help me with these clues. Submit direct tweets

2009-05-16T12:29:00.001-07:00

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Just arrived in SF for the Great Urban Race. I will keep the world updated

2009-05-16T11:46:00.001-07:00

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Check out our profile pics of the Improv actors for tonights show. Join us!!

2009-05-15T07:34:00.001-07:00

Tonight at WestGate 7:15pm the show starts. $20 at the door.

Stand Up featuring Drew Froese and Jon Talbert.

Improv “who’s line?” with Comics…

Grace Lee

Colin Evans

Robert Varich

Chris Scharmen

Jon Talbert –host

This could be our best show ever!!

Join us!

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A new submission to "Dive worth the Drive" ... My new favorite Taqueria in San Jose

2009-05-14T12:15:00.001-07:00

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When was the last time you saw an "It's It" icecream truck? I can honestly say never!

2009-05-14T09:45:00.001-07:00

What's the deal with "it's it" icecream? Everytime I go to the City I see the "Its it" factory and I think the same thing ... "who came up with this lame it's-it name?" However they've been around since 1928, so go figure. If anyone can enlighten me on this place I would appreciate the feedback....

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I love this picture of me and my dad... He's a lot like the original Dr. Jones.

2009-05-05T09:10:00.001-07:00

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wow... I found these pictures of me. Dang, I was cute!!! What happened?

2009-05-04T16:31:00.001-07:00

I know every mother loves her baby… but I’m pretty sure that my mom loved me extra special. Look how cute I am? I can hardly take it!

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I found this picture of my graduation at Biola University 1989. The 4yr old I'm carrying is some kid named Jaclyn.

2009-05-02T16:58:00.001-07:00

I found a ton of old pics. I have a whole series that I’m going to bring out… they are hysterical.

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Doing Comedy tonight at the For Men Only Conference tonight.

2009-05-01T15:43:00.001-07:00

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Showtime... 1:15. Wish me luck my FB, Twitter peeps... I will post pics later today

2009-04-26T12:33:00.001-07:00

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MCing, host & Comic, for the Rivers of Chocolate Festival at The Mountain Winery. It has sold out!

2009-04-26T11:07:00.001-07:00

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I'm in the mall looking at womens shoes. Who am I? How'd I get here? What's become of me?

2009-04-25T16:06:00.001-07:00

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Do not miss services at WestGate. Sat is packed and overflowing, tomorrow will me the same 8:30, 10, 11:30

2009-04-11T18:25:00.001-07:00

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One of my EarthQuake boys http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ZGsyoJ8nEo

2009-03-31T23:25:00.001-07:00

This is one of my boys from the Quakes. He’s a rockstar in his own mind, but one great soccer player. He’s becoming a Kingdom player and a huge asset to San Jose. For some reason he is on the side of San Jose public transportation vehicles… also known as buses.

I’ve decided that I would like to get an autographed bus from Shea Salinas!!

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Jon and Danny boy. We are writing a new book on missional communisum and pop iconic imagery worship. Should be a best seller!

2009-03-27T20:11:00.001-07:00

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Pre-race CCCX jitters. Sam's sportin his NewCastle United soccer shirt. Only a goalie is nuts enough to downhill

2009-03-22T10:54:00.001-07:00

This should be a great race. The course is out here in Salinas... Pretty muddy, way windy. He just did a demo run...

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Another Beautiful Day video. Interested in bringing Beautiful Day to your community? let me know http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-iOeUUf2d9w

2009-03-14T11:27:00.001-07:00

Beautiful Day is a network of churches working in collaboration with businesses, organizations, schools, media, entertainment, government, and health care to UNLEASH Compassion and Justice in the local community in such a creative and innovative way that it is felt by everyone and leaves an impact unparalleled by any group... any where... at any time.

"Beautiful Day helps me believe all over again—church leaders who get it—that God is at work in the world and is inviting us to join him there."

*** Reggie McNeal author of The Present Future ***

“I want to work towards a stronger partnership with the cities and the churches… and Beautiful Day is great example of how that can work.”

*** Chuck Reed, Mayor of San Jose, 10^th largest city in the US ***

“Having tested positive 21 years ago, in a time of misunderstanding and misinformation, it is wonderful to see Beautiful Day reaching out to those with HIV/AIDS. These actions truly speak volumes about your Christianity.”

*** Ray Mueller, Director of the AIDS Coalition***

“Beautiful Day had a great effect on our campus! So much so that we are going to make it an annual event.”

*** Terry Swenson Loma Linda University Chaplain ***

“One of our neighbors asked me why we did this. I said to bless you and this community. He looked at me and said, Wow… really? Well consider it a success because my family was blessed!”

*** Todd Gumbrecht, Beautiful Day volunteer ***

“I want to say thank you to all the Beautiful Day people… its so unusual, so amazing, so miraculous, its unbelievable… you have made an impact on us.”

*** Miguel Montes Principal of Almaden School (after a campus makeover) ***

“The campus looked like grand opening on Monday…how does Beautiful Day get 400 people to show up and clean a campus like that?”

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New Beautiful Day HUNT promo video. Tell me what you think http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7alc57ukH7w

2009-03-11T14:28:00.001-07:00

Building Relationships in the Community 101

The purpose of HUNT is to serve as a venue to build bridges into the local community surrounding the church. HUNT is one of many events where we invest and serve our neighbors by providing a safe setting for families to enjoy a traditional Easter Egg hunt (loaded with lots of candies and prizes).

Beautiful Day bridge building values…

…creativity and innovation

…tailor made service venues

…excellence and the “WOW-factor”

…room for relationships

…thought-out planning

…flexiblity

3 Big “Non-” words…

…non-threatening

…non-churchy

…non-preachy

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I thought my Sleep Walking Dog was rediculous, this dog needs a helmet

2009-03-07T14:15:00.001-08:00

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I'm reading World Wide Rave. A helpful work culture-shapers & community leaders/entreprenuers.

2009-03-07T11:16:00.001-08:00

I came across Works Wide Rave from a buddy in Nashville. I watched a webcast called "Viral Marketing: How to Create A World Wide Rave"

http://www.Hubspot.com/archive/world-wide-rave-webinar

The concepts on marketing are simple and counter-intuitive to conventional marketing methodologies.

I'm reading through from a church-based, culture shaping, perspective... I must say my head is swirling with new ideas.

I'm wondering how cool it would be if I could get the author out here to the bay area...

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I will be MC Comedian at the Mountain Winery Rivers of Chocolate event April 26th. Visit the site at www.riversofchocolate.org

2009-03-03T19:28:00.001-08:00

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A San Jose secret. The Epic Bfast burrito at Rose Donuts coffee house on Saratoga

2009-03-01T08:09:00.001-08:00

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One of my RockStar kids on YouTube. Check it out an tell me what you think

2009-02-28T22:20:00.001-08:00

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Cathryn Talbert opening this Friday (2/27) 7pm at RedRocks in Mtn View.

2009-02-24T20:48:00.001-08:00

Do not miss this show. Cathryn will be opening for a band called Ambience and will rock the house as always. She's a rising star... pure voice, unique sounds, her own songs. Should be quite the show.

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Just finished speaking at a great new church plant in Gilroy called Incarnate Faith. They were one of re churches involved in the Team BDay AiDS walk

2009-02-22T20:17:00.001-08:00

This church was open for two weeks, then cancelled services in the building on their 3rd week to join team Beautiful Day in the AIDS walk last Oct. Because if their participation Team Beautiful Day was the largest walking team and raised the highest dollar amount in the history of the AIDS walk. I'm stoked about where this church is going... they get the concept of Incarnational Ministry in a big way. We need more churches like this in our country.

Imagine IF... (Incarnate Faith)

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Sometimes when you have had a hard day... and you are sore and tired, there is only one place that hits the spot

2009-02-21T17:56:00.001-08:00

I'll have a double double w/ grilled onions please.

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Check out 1 of my Rkstar kids. Opnig at the Red Rock in Mtnview, stop by if you can http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=52507093129&ref=mf

2009-02-20T13:24:00.001-08:00

Cathryn is one of my Rockstar Kids that is being recruited for different bands and guest vocal on some CD’s that will come out soon. This venue in Mountain View will be some of her solo work. Red Rock, 201 Castro St, Mountain Veiw, Ca.

All Facebook, Myspacers, and Twitter’s are welcome!!

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I would like to demo the hottest version update of xbox guitar hero coming this spring. Check it out

2009-02-16T23:35:00.001-08:00

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I knew watching "Dancing w/ the Stars" would push me over the edge. But it was a hit valentines gifts.

2009-02-14T19:47:00.001-08:00

Join "Dancing with the Talberts"... A new reality show coming this spring!!

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