As of this week, Webb’s Weird Words has wended its way to 100 articles. In celebration, your overworked columnist is taking a break from actual lists of oddball terms. Instead, this word-Smith figured faithful readers might enjoy an inside look at how the pieces get written — my process, as it were. And … as
“Forty and fabulous! With a sprinkle of sass and a dash of class.” I found this quote funny, but not quite accurate. Forty. Welp, unfortunately, guys, this is true. It was another big week in our house last week. I rolled into my forties. Friends and family kept asking how I felt about turning forty.
Though not exactly a household name, the comedy team of Zucker, Abrahams and Zucker — colloquially shortened to ZAZ — seems to have perfected the spoof movie genre with their uproarious Airplane! (1980) and three successful Naked Gun movies (1988-94). Wikipedia points out that spoofs had been around since the days of silent film, generated
Even during a heat wave, denim is part of most folks’ weekly or even daily uniform. It’s such a versatile and durable fabric, which makes it quite functional during a hot, hot heat. But what of wearing denim with denim, aka the Canadian Tuxedo? Is that appropriate for summer, or a fashion faux pas? While
ARIES – Mar 21-Apr 20 Try to get the whole picture before you proceed, Aries; otherwise, you may be moving along blindly and that can make matters worse. Patience is a valuable asset right now. TAURUS – Apr 21-May 21 Taurus, sometimes a major conflict ends when one party walks away and finds something better
Universal truth is always true for everyone everywhere. It is truth of first importance (see 1 Corinthians 15:3). It provides us with true north. Note: This is the fourth installment in the “What is Truth?” series. Previous articles are always available at http://www.webbweekly.com. There is truth that is not always true for everyone everywhere. It
I think one of the best parts of summer is all the fresh produce and everything we can do with it. The choices and possibilities are endless. What is your favorite thing you look forward to? That first bite of sweet corn with butter and salt? Stuffed peppers straight from the garden? My peppers are
As we have already discussed, the physical realm is governed by universal truths, also known as laws. The same is true for the spiritual realm. We become aware of these spiritual laws through Scripture as revealed by the Holy Spirit. For a full explanation of the Spirit’s work in revealing spiritual laws, read 1 Corinthians
Remember when? When you were a child, ice cream cones, after-supper bike rides, play dates and romantic dates. Christmases and birthdays, homework and housework, favorite meals and all those remarkable firsts. You hold so many memories. As in the new book, “The End is the Beginning” by Jill Bialosky, so many are lost. She wanted
Caftans, also known as “kaftans,” are loose-fitting robes with a rich history and are available in a variety of modern styles. Originating in Asia, these oversized tunics have been worn by a number of cultures around the world for thousands of years. In ancient Mesopotamia and Persia, elaborately adorned caftans were worn as a symbol
Folks, it’s a big week in our house this week. A week that felt like it wouldn’t get here as fast as it did. I keep asking myself how we got here? How on earth is this possible? Our son Tyler turned 16 on Monday. SIXTEEN. Like officially old enough that Momma’s sweet baby boy
