This Is Me--2024 A to Z Theme

My A to Z Themes in the past have covered a range of topics and for 2024 the theme is a personal retrospective that I call "I Coulda Been" which is in reference to my job and career arc over my lifetime. I'll be looking at all sorts of occupations that I have done or could have done. Maybe you've done some of these too!

Friday, April 8, 2011

Gospel-driven Gregg

Today I'd like to acknowledge my blog friend Gregg Metcalf from Gospel-driven Disciples.


         I'm going to keep this one short since I'd rather you actually go to Gregg's blog and meet him in person.   The Gospel-driven Disciples blog is mostly what it says it is, but don't let that scare you away yet.  Go with an open mind and listen.  You may learn something or you may turn and go, but I hope you'll at least give it a chance.  Gregg is smart, he writes well, and he delivers his message with a passion.  Those who read Gregg's posts on a regular basis know what I'm saying.

        And he's not always talking religion.  He's a big fan of country music.  Many of you may know him from the many music and movie list blogfests hosted by Alex J Cavanaugh, myself, and others.  He was a part of the original A to Z Challenge and some of you remember him from that.  This year he has been all over the place with his comments.  If he hasn't been to your blog yet, you will probably see him soon.

         I invite you to go say hello to Gregg.  He's a nice guy, an encourager, and a man who will gladly listen to you and answer any questions you have in a most respectful way.

        Gregg, I appreciate the friendship we've had over the past year and hope more friends will come your way.


                                                                  Welcome To My Blog! 

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Posted by Arlee Bird at 2:00 AM
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37 comments:

  1. Rosalind AdamApril 8, 2011 at 2:08 AM

    He sounds like a great guy and a good friend. Thanks for the link. I'm on my way over. :-)

    http://rosalindadam.blogspot.com/

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  2. Siv MariaApril 8, 2011 at 2:13 AM

    Have a great week-end, off to check this preacher out, just because you said I should. Not much of a gospel kind of girl.

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  3. Alex J. CavanaughApril 8, 2011 at 4:01 AM

    Hey Gregg! And yes, he's participated in several of my blogfests.

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  4. L. Diane WolfeApril 8, 2011 at 4:24 AM

    I believe Gregg's already visited my blog!

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  5. LarriApril 8, 2011 at 4:27 AM

    Thanks for giving Gregg a shout-out, Lee! He is fabulous. I've learned so much from him over the past year; and even when we disagree on certain points, he's most respectful as we work through our different points of view. He's a true bloggy friend.

    Happy Friday! :o)

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  6. Linda LeszczukApril 8, 2011 at 4:51 AM

    Thanks for the link, Lee. Always good to meet a man of the Gospel.

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  7. RHYTHM AND RHYMEApril 8, 2011 at 4:57 AM

    I first met Gregg on last year's Ato Z and have followed him ever since, he is a wonderful person and I value his blog friendship very much.

    Yvonne.

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  8. Ellie GarrattApril 8, 2011 at 5:21 AM

    Great shout out, Arlee!

    Ellie Garratt

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  9. NicoleApril 8, 2011 at 5:52 AM

    Arlee, you know some really cool people and you're also good at spreading the joy. The title does scare me away, but you asked readers to visit so now I have to do it! lol

    BTW: Did you get my email regarding that David Duchovny post?

    The Madlab Post

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  10. Gregg MetcalfApril 8, 2011 at 5:53 AM

    Wow! I don't know what to say. First, Lee, thank you so much for taking time and space in your blog to mention me. I truly appreciate it and I thank you. Words fail me beyond those simple words.

    Second, thank you commenters for you kind words also. You guys are wonderful.

    Third, Lee, I have truly enjoyed meeting you and emailing back and forth and I have learned a lot from you and I appreciate our friendship also. Thank you!

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  11. DEZMONDApril 8, 2011 at 5:55 AM

    greetings to mister Gregg! We always love people who are encouragers!

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  12. AnonymousApril 8, 2011 at 6:08 AM

    I just stopped by Gregg's blog earlier this morning. Great stuff and a great way to start off the day.

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  13. Arlee BirdApril 8, 2011 at 6:27 AM

    Gregg's messages are always presented with thought and caring. Whether or not you agree with what he has to say I think you can appreciate the way he says it and the thought that it inspires.

    Thank you Gregg. Thanks to everyone whos has visited so far.

    Lee

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  14. Uma AnandaneApril 8, 2011 at 6:49 AM

    Gregg sounds like a wonderful person! I will check him :)

    My G -http://umaspoembook.blogspot.com/2011/04/whispering-tree-ekphrasis-poetry-go.html

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  15. LisaApril 8, 2011 at 6:51 AM

    Thank you Arlee, I'm off to say Hi to Greg. He sounds like a lovely guy.

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  16. DafeenahApril 8, 2011 at 7:13 AM

    I am so glad I joined this A-Z challenge. I thought it would help with my writing (which it has) but I have met so many amazing people which I was so not expecting. Now to meet one more. Thanks for having this Arlee.

    Dafeenah

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  17. E. M. ProkopApril 8, 2011 at 8:01 AM

    Hi Arlee! What a pleasure it is to read your blog and learn about this A-Z challenge..I'm a new follower and I'm having a problem getting my name on the list to officially join the challenge. I'm not sure if it's my computer, or just me not knowing what to do! lol! I click on the link and nothing happens..I would very much like to be a part of this..I did click on the rabbit for new followers and it just went to a blank page that I could do nothing with..Thanks Arlee for a wonderful idea and I hope to join! Peace to you, eve :)

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  18. Jean Katherine BaldridgeApril 8, 2011 at 8:29 AM

    this is a pleasure to read! jean

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  19. RobinApril 8, 2011 at 8:49 AM

    I was so fortunaute to have Gregg visit my blog earlier in the Challenge and that is how I found him. I am now a follower and enjoy reading explanations of words I really never understood, or even knew. He is upbeat and inspiring.

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  20. blogger samApril 8, 2011 at 8:52 AM

    off over there right now, thanks for pointing me in the right direction

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  21. BriannaApril 8, 2011 at 9:01 AM

    I just met Gregg this past week and feel very fortunate. His blog is a true blessing and I've learned so much in a short amount of time.

    Keep up the great work, Gregg!
    And you too, Lee!

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  22. The Old SillyApril 8, 2011 at 9:35 AM

    What a gracious tribute post!

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  23. Susan OloierApril 8, 2011 at 9:49 AM

    He sounds oh-so-nice. I will venture on over to his blog.
    Thanks!

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  24. Arlee BirdApril 8, 2011 at 10:07 AM

    I'm sure that Gregg will enjoy all of your visits!

    Lee

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  25. UnknownApril 8, 2011 at 10:57 AM

    What a nice introduction here, thanks Lee. I'm heading over to visit Gregg right now!

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  26. Laura T.April 8, 2011 at 11:11 AM

    My letter G post is all about Goodreads.

    http://mom2nick.typepad.com/heres_whats_new/2011/04/g-is-for-goodreads-.html

    Thanks for looking.
    Laura T.

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  27. AnonymousApril 8, 2011 at 11:22 AM

    Going to check him out! Just wanted to say hello and say that I did not realize how much work posting regularly is...wow! This challenge has been ..well...a CHALLENGE!

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  28. NicoleApril 8, 2011 at 11:53 AM

    I found a video game trend that is the topic of my post for the letter "G".

    The Madlab Post

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  29. AndrewApril 8, 2011 at 1:01 PM

    Another great profile on an interesting personality here on Blogger....
    By the way...have you thought about which blog you'll profile when you get to the letter W? :)

    Hey, I'm just askin'!

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  30. RebeccaApril 8, 2011 at 1:33 PM

    he sounds like a great guy

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  31. nutschellApril 8, 2011 at 1:43 PM

    I've met gregg! i mean, well, not personally--but online. He left me a nice comment on my blog. I like his blog as well :)
    nutschell
    www.thewritingnut.com

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  32. DiscConnectedApril 8, 2011 at 5:35 PM

    Gregg-

    Sorry to hear about the country music affliction.

    I'm sure there's a support group for you.

    Come back to rock and roll!

    Lee-

    Safe travels, my friend!

    LC

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  33. EllaApril 8, 2011 at 5:41 PM

    Gregg seems like a genuinely nice guy!
    Thanks for sharing! Happy Friday~

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  34. RenaeApril 8, 2011 at 6:43 PM

    Great post, I really enjoyed his blog!

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  35. HollyApril 8, 2011 at 8:20 PM

    Hello Arlee~
    I am (as of this writing) your newest follower. I found it through the A to Z challenge and was going to sign up but missed the deadline....I will join next year. I have enjoyed looking around your blog and am inspired by how you have built a wonderful community of followers. My blog is: thetreasurewithin.blogspot.com
    I would be honored if you would consider following it too.

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  36. Karen M. PetersonApril 10, 2011 at 7:04 PM

    Gregg is a darned nice guy. Thanks for the reminder that I need to get over there and visit him again.

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  37. Arlee BirdApril 10, 2011 at 7:35 PM

    And again, thanks for all who stopped by to comment on this post and, on behalf of Gregg, thank you for all of who already read his blog or at least stopped by to give it a chance.

    Lee

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