Here's a roundup of interesting things that I found on the web and tweeted this week. Quite a boatload of links in today's edition. Be sure to follow me on Twitter for the latest:
A historian makes a case for examining the forgotten presidents.
10 signs you might be a Jane Austen addict. This link should in no way imply that I think any of the women in my household should be classified as addicts.
Two different stories on finding love and both of them are unusual: From Wrong Number to Wedded Bliss and From Hashtags to Holy Matrimony.
For some, college is not worth the debt. More and more, this is something that families have to consider before sending their kids off to school.
"How did you like the sermon?" is the wrong question to ask because sermons are not for liking.
6 Commonly Held Misconceptions about Introverts.
10 reasons parents need a date night (with helpful explanations for the kids).
A fascinating survey of book lovers. Some the stats in this survey are really surprising.
I was sorry to hear this news. I hope they will change their minds.
10 things that "Yahweh" means. I honestly didn't know this.
What strengthens and weakens integrity - it's the small choices that count.
Eric Metaxas argues that cultural elites are the next great unreached people group. He makes a very compelling case.
A controversy has arisen over the word "wrath" in a hymn. Timothy George explains the problem. And Thom Rainer has some insight on what this says about evangelism and the church.
A surprisingly positive New York Times profile of the business practices of Christian companies.
Dispelling 12 common myths about Calvinism.
In honor of the announcement of the 12th doctor, 8 pieces of Doctor Who tea swag.
This is one of the rarest things you will see in baseball: a one pitch strikeout.
Alex Rodriguez of the New York Yankees received a well-deserved 211 game suspension from Major League Baseball. For those unfamiliar with the story, Yahoo Sports' Jeff Passan has an excellent timeline of how this came to pass.
More on Rodriguez: the reason why MLB needs to enforce the rules regarding drug use.
Here's one of the best baseball promos I have ever seen: Vin Scully for ESPN Sunday Night Baseball.
It's been 25 years since the first night game at Wrigley Field. Some recollections from those who were there.
Reclaiming excellence as a Christian virtue.
Some wonderful and weird places for bookstores.
Here's a great case of suburban renewal: abandoned Wal-Mart turned into America's largest library.
That's it. Have a great weekend!
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