Author Archives: Tom Long

If I were king of the forest, I'd . . .

Posted on January 23, 2009 by Tom Long

If you were the new president, what would your priorities be? Not asking how you would make it happen, but what would you want to happen? Here’s my list (off the top of my head). Economic recovery.  Our economy is … Continue reading →

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Welcome to the Long Story Short

Posted on January 22, 2009 by Tom Long

I’m Tom Long and this is my story, hence the name. This past Tuesday, the United States turned an historic corner.  We now have our first President who is a person of color.  As a WASP male, I don’t celebrate … Continue reading →

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Through the Bible in One Year

Posted on November 26, 2008 by Tom Long

What I like about the Lectionary is that it keeps me mindful of the rhythm of the church calendar and in sync with other believers around the world.  But frankly I only have private devotions Monday through Friday.  By using … Continue reading →

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Nick and Nora's Infinite Playlist

Posted on October 13, 2008 by Tom Long

Despite my love for music, I have a chronic habit of torturing it with my attempts to produce it for myself.  Thanks to mp3’s and my need to commute an hour a day, I have become a huge fan of … Continue reading →

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Books: A Review

Posted on October 13, 2008 by Tom Long

I forget where I saw it talked up.  I think it was USA Today.  With a name like Books: A Memoir,I didn’t need much encouragement.  I am a lifelong bibliophile and eagerly placed my name on the waiting list at … Continue reading →

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