Nick Bogardus

I come across a lot of stuff that I read, listen to, or see that I think, “Hey, I want to mention that on my blog”, but because they’re short they tend to get bumped for longer or more timely pieces. That being the case, I think I might start a regular Friday Miscellanea post where I put together a few things I want to mention but don’t have enough time to write a longer blog about.

First up, my good friend Dustin is putting out an online-only Christmas album this year. It has a lot of covers; ranging from the Pogues to O Holy Night and would be a great addition to holiday music this season. Personally, the highlight for me is “This is War”, the last song on the record and, I believe, the only original song of his on the album. You know a dude has some talent when, in a bevy of classic cover songs, his own original stands out so powerfully.

You can give it a listen at Amazon.

Next is this fantastic video by the unfortunately-named Advent Conspiracy (it sounds like a crummy hardcore band). The name might be bad but the video, it’s message, and the mission are well worth the 2 minutes and 30 seconds.

Thirdly, two of our friends here in M*ngolia, Jonathan and Marielle, have a non-profit that helps the poorest of the poor here with their education by funding libraries and printing school books for those who can’t afford them. You should read about their work when you have a minute. I’m mentioning it now because they are doing a Christmas program where you can buy these awesome Christmas cards for your family and friends AND help Mongolian children with their education.

My beautiful and talented wife has also posted a new blog and two new pictures that you should take a look at.  She’s got a way with her words and her lens.