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Re: The Voice of a 5-Year Old

Lynn — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 12:39:05 -0000

Anna is a real gem and does provide some amazing insight for a young girl. She sure does have a tender heart and wants to be a peacemaker most of the time. We as fathers would be a sorry lot if we didn't listen to and follow those learning moments our children and wives provide. I am sure the Lord knew we were a stubborn lot and needed that guidance. We look for those teaching moments but the learning moments are just as important. The key is to swallow our pride, stop and listen, and be teachable. Good going Brett!!

Re: Staring at the Ceiling

grandmahenke — Sat, 12 Dec 2009 03:44:59 -0000

I like this post, Brett (I like them all actually). Reflecting on time that is past is something we all tend to do on our birthdays I think. It always seems a little surprising to realize how many years have gone by. You have accomplished a lot in your 42 years and I am sure your children will be as proud of you as you are of your dad. The belated card is in the mail!

Re: Donut and Muffin Factory

brettnordquist — Wed, 09 Dec 2009 22:58:04 -0000

TodTod, yep that's the place. Copies have tripled in price over a 20 year period. That's not bad.

Re: Donut and Muffin Factory

todtod — Wed, 09 Dec 2009 22:54:08 -0000

Oh my Gosh, that is a trip down memory lane. I remember going to that donut shop and the Godfather's pizza when I went to Auburn High just a couple blocks down the road some 20+ years ago. But I think back then the sign said 5 cent copies. Probably the same copier, too. Not far from there is a real greasy spoon diner called the Starting Gate, used to go there all the time for Lunch or Breakfast after Church.

Re: Staring at the Ceiling

Idaho Dad — Wed, 09 Dec 2009 22:02:14 -0000

Happy Birthday!

Re: Staring at the Ceiling

LaurieBee — Wed, 09 Dec 2009 11:41:21 -0000

Wonderful post. Your children will think their father was a kind man with a heart of gold.

Re: Staring at the Ceiling

facebook-705142457 — Wed, 09 Dec 2009 10:07:18 -0000

Even on your birthday, you can still write. I almost feel like that post was almost a present back to me.

Re: Staring at the Ceiling

hubertus von lobenstein — Wed, 09 Dec 2009 09:33:09 -0000

Love that post! Happy birthday from Germany.

Re: Staring at the Ceiling

davenordquist — Wed, 09 Dec 2009 08:04:12 -0000

What a wonderful post. Happy Birthday!

Re: Staring at the Ceiling

DvinMsM — Wed, 09 Dec 2009 04:34:41 -0000

Happy Birthday my friend and favorite blogger...again you give us the gift of your perfect prose and your heart...."he rubbed his cheek against my chin...and turned to giggles"...again reminding me of precious moments spent with my sons. Thank you!

Re: Staring at the Ceiling

shari storm — Wed, 09 Dec 2009 04:33:17 -0000

What a lovely post. Happy Birthday.

Re: 10 Questions

StevenHodson — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 14:30:13 -0000

It was my pleasure Brett and it sure sets the bar for future '10 questions' interviews that I do :)

Re: 10 Questions

davenordquist — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 08:49:19 -0000

Great interview Brett I really enjoyed it.

Re: Dear Santa

twitter-19653477 — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 16:27:55 -0000

I thought that maybe there was some sort of colour coding going on to assist the underlining & that led me to be intrigued by the change of green to black in the admittedly fiendish to spell Diabiacle.

Re: Trust Is All That Matters

Brandon — Fri, 04 Dec 2009 17:36:45 -0000

Well said. I hate when I cannot get an entire feed via RSS because the content provider wants you forced to their ad spammed website. I've given up on many of them for that reason alone...

Re: Dear Santa

grandmahenke — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 01:41:46 -0000

That is a very good list ... where will you get your loan?

Re: Dear Santa

brettnordquist — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 01:21:07 -0000

Kim has a fancy scarf. That's my favorite part too.

Re: Dear Santa

SomethingGirl — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 01:14:57 -0000

My favourite: "A scarf like my mom". :-)

Re: Trust Is All That Matters

brettnordquist — Sun, 29 Nov 2009 03:56:50 -0000

rlieving, I'm not against Techcrunch or Dooce taking money for ads. What I don't like are bloggers taking free products and pushing products without divulging that information up front. Or people who use Twitter to do the same. I hope bloggers find a way to get paid for their work in a manner that won't ruin their reputation. I'm still not sure why anyone should get paid for using Twitter.

Re: Trust Is All That Matters

rlieving — Sat, 28 Nov 2009 09:50:17 -0000

How will blogs like Techcruch make money without advertising? Is Dooce a blog run by volunteers?

For some bloggers, you are right, the trust generated by not advertising or minimizing advertising is more important than the money. But if blogging is your primary occupation, I am not so sure.

By the way, I subscribe to your blog AND Techcrunch via RSS/Google Reader. I have for a couple of years now. I never saw your ad and I'm not bothered by Techcrunch, among many others.

Maybe that's a bad thing because I don't
understand the sponsor relationship.

Re: Trust Is All That Matters

Lynn Henke — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 00:57:04 -0000

Do you think there is anyone out there that has not been tricked into an Amway pitch? Is there anyone who uses Amway that is not a dealer?

Re: Trust Is All That Matters

openid-13949 — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 10:47:54 -0000

Nicely put Brett. I've tried to read Dooce (and others) but have such a hard time seeing past all the mess. Blame my easily distracted brain if you like but I prefer the blogs that are clean and easy to browse.

Re: Griot’s Microfiber Drying Towel

brettnordquist — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 01:47:38 -0000

Yep, I have a 3 series and this size is perfect.

Re: Enjoying Every Minute

brettnordquist — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 01:46:11 -0000

GrandmaHenke, you make a good point about appreciating the good times. Next time you're in town, I'm sure Kai would love to show you his pouring water down the pants trick. :-)

Re: Enjoying Every Minute

brettnordquist — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 01:45:00 -0000

LaurieBee, thank you. :-)