Jeff Nelson

Thoughts on Every Best Picture Nominee

This year’s Academy Awards are set to air on March 10th. This was my second time making it a point to watch every Best Picture nominee before the ceremony. I first did so two years ago, but last year’s nominees didn’t interest me enough to try again. This year, however, particularly given all the “Barbenheimer”Continue reading “Thoughts on Every Best Picture Nominee”

Making Lent By Walking

I again had difficulty choosing a Lenten practice this year. This has been happening more often than not lately. Originally, I had the idea to wake up a little earlier each morning to observe a quiet prayer time. True to my intention, I set my alarm for Ash Wednesday morning, ready to get started. WhenContinue reading “Making Lent By Walking”

The Class Bully

I haven’t often given myself permission to walk away from toxic, petulant, drama-addicted, or abusive people. In my school years, it was because I didn’t think I had a choice. I was stuck with them until graduation. In the years when I clashed with those of an evangelical mindset, it was because I thought stayingContinue reading “The Class Bully”