On this day in history: In 1797, Nathaniel Briggs patented a washing machine. In 1865, outdoor advertising legislation was enacted in New York. The law banned “painting on stones, rocks and trees.” And in 1979, a major accident occurred at Pennsylvania’s Three Mile Island nuclear power plant. A nuclear power reactor overheated and suffered a partial meltdown.

A Coffee Variety Family Tree – This would look so good framed and hung on my office wall! I may have to think that over and see where it might hang…

Pencil Rolls – I love pencils, especially Blackwings. I have a Twist Bullet Pencil that I carry daily in my pocket. But how to carry several other pencils, that is the question. Joe Thorn looks at some of the best options.

30 Totally Random Life Hacks – There are some great suggestions here. 2, 21, 22, and 31 are my favorites.

Exhale – I have been captivated recently by timelapse videos of nature and scenic shots. This is the most recent find. It’s well worth watching in full screen and full volume.

Yesterday In Church History
Yesterday, we celebrated Easter, or the resurrection. This is easily the most important day in the history of all creation. Read more about the resurrection here.

Managing Your Digital Afterlife – Most of us have thought about what happens when we die. As for my family, estate planning was a very essential part of or family preparation, especially after losing a couple of close family members. But what about your online presence? What happens to that? This is a good eye-opening article.

The Creation Psalms – Was David a Creationist? It is apparent that he took Genesis literally. This article looks at the Psalms in depth, and shows how important Genesis is in the rest of Scripture.

25 Prayer Tips – Many people seem to struggle when it comes to their prayer life. Here are 25 quick tips that can help strengthen that area. Check out numbers 12 and 23.