Distractions - David Brooks's Blog

June 3 Med...
To self: Today, be mindful of Distractions.
Driving around my little town and beyond, I'm increasingly aware of all the things in my truck that are distractions: radio volume, navigation, media play, temp adjustments, seat settings, and more.
The "more" being the worst of all...texting and talking on my phone.
True story: there was this guy in 1992 that drove a stick shift Beemer, talked on his bag phone and ate lunch all while driving. He ran a business mostly out of his car, and thought this was a smart use of his time. (Somehow, I'm still alive today.) Stupid is as stupid does.
Take driving more seriously. Get all your settings done before hitting the road. Stop fumbling with drinks and music and phones. Remember you're driving a 2000-pound, 70 mph bullet. 
Be safe out there everyone. And God knows, pay attention.
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Braggart
by D.A. Brooks
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There once was a driver named Dave,
Of his driving he often would rave.
Then one day on his own, drove and talked on his phone,
Now he's bragging about his new grave.
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"Honk if you love Jesus. Text while driving if you want to meet him."
      - Author unknown

"Tyrannosaurus drives. Tyrannosaurus texts. Tyrannosaurus rex.
      - Author unknown
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Luke 10:38-42...
Now as they went on their way, Jesus entered a village. And a woman named Martha welcomed him into her house. And she had a sister called Mary, who sat at the Lord's feet and listened to his teaching. But Martha was distracted with much serving. And she went up to him and said, “Lord, do you not care that my sister has left me to serve alone? Tell her then to help me.” But the Lord answered her, “Martha, Martha, you are anxious and troubled about many things, but one thing is necessary. Mary has chosen the good portion, which will not be taken away from her.”
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