I am a dark, jaded, cynical person. I have been pretty much as long as I can remember. Every so often I start to see what I'm missing. I start deciding I should accept that people are a lot better than I give them credit for, and start looking at things in a more positive light. Without fail shortly thereafter, something happens to more than justify my lack of faith in humanity. It'll be a long time before I make that mistake again.

Went to the Irish Fair yesterday. It was a good time as usual. Wandered around, watching performances, and even more, watched people. Very interesting group, and a couple of outfits that are hard to describe, but easy to enjoy. ;)

Got home and there was a message from Nancy and Katie. I called back and we went out for a late lunch. Katie gave me a nice hug. She's growing up fast. After that I hit the Saturday evening service.

Looking in the church bulletin, I noticed they were having part two of 'the sound Christian family', covering such topics as 'the husbands role as head of the family'. I just got back from that. I'm guessing I won't be invited back for part three. I asked a few questions, ruffled more than a few feathers, and generally tried to point out a slightly different way. I guess I just don't understand the pressing need to be 'in charge' in a relationship. Seems to be way too much of a show, and I'd rather have relationships based on substance than appearance.