Bow Ties

 When you want to stand out, or wear something unique to a formal event/presentation you should never question what to do. You might want to try something with your hair but, when you are tall no one will notice. You could try something with your shoes, however who is going to stare at your feet? The one solid way to be noticed is that you should always wear a bow-tie.

Why Bow Ties are Great

• Super Spies wear them (James Bond)
• They were invented by Croatian mercenaries ( who doesn't want to be like a buff mercenary or a Croatian)
• It looks stylish and helps your collar stay closed
• There are an infinite amount of designs!
• A gentleman wears a bow tie (every man should be a gentleman)
• Less than 5% of men know how to tie a bow tie! (don't be the majority and learn how to tie one!)

How to Beat your Brothers at Just Dance

Are you tired of losing just dance to either younger siblings or the older ones who always win? Well here is the guaranteed way to win. 

The first method is called the bathroom method. The way the bathroom method works is your target uses the bathroom while the song is going. To use this method properly follow these quick and easy steps.

1. Make sure the target drinks a lot of liquid

2. Have the target drink more liquid

An alternate form of the two previous steps is to get some special sugar free gummy bears that have certain effects on peoples bowels but this is a much riskier route.

3. Make sure you stress its okay to wait til it is an emergency to run to the bathroom

4. Always make sure the game is left unpaused

The second method is the Wii remote sabotage. This sabotage takes two things some almost dead batteries and a little bit of time.

1. First pick out the batteries you are going to use and make sure they are almost dead but have enough charge to at least go for 5 minutes

2. Hide the extra charged batteries really well

3. Put the almost dead batteries in the wii remote your opponent will be using then start a song 

4. When your opponents batteries do run out just point in a general direction and say the batteries are over there and you will be safe to win the next few songs!

The third and last method is the power off the System method. This is by far the easiest method ever and is a sure fire way to win by default well technically you can call it a tie but its not a loss and that's what counts.

1. There is only one step to this method and it is Whenever you think you are losing so badly you cannot recover power off the system asap

And those are three of the easy ways to win at just dance using subterfuge and ingenuity.

The Best superhero

Batman is the best superhero no question no one can even begin to compare to him. In the movie Batman v. Superman he would have killed Superman if there moms hadn't had the same name. When compared to marvel heroes he is practically Tony Stark Captain America and a detective plus some all in one! Plus he has an awesome car and jet along with the best gadgets and costume. There really is no fictional superhero that can even begin to compare with him because even without superpowers he can take down anyone by himself. (Well Alfred will probably help out) Even his apprentices know he is unstoppable, therefore batman is the best superhero ever.

Being a PK in Vegas

PK- acronym used for preachers kid
Vegas- nickname for Las Vegas, Nevada

Since coming to Vegas I have learned many things and have had many unforgettable experiences both good and bad. I came to Vegas already knowing how to play cards but soon perfected dealing and playing cards after starting school. I know most of the common games: War, Blackjack (21), Texas Hold'em, BS, Speed, and a few others. Then after about a month of being in Vegas my dad and I were invited to go witnessing at First Friday which led to me meeting many interesting people and having plenty of deep conversations with people as well as helping me learn how to witness better. At school I was the not the only PK which was very surprising to me. As far as after school activities go I joined the wrestling team and wrestled until I broke my elbow and then I attended the Robotics club for a short while. My teachers for the most part liked me because I usually asked them topics that was on subject and made them think too. I also am apart of an amazing youth group with several youth leaders. Last summer we went to a Student Life camp in Glorietta, New Mexico where I know most if not all of us had a blast! As far as meeting people goes it feels like I have met tons and tons of people and made tons of friends who are all great in there own way. Really living in Vegas and being a PK is just like being a PK anywhere else only everyone doesn't automagically go to you when they need cards.

Nerf War

There are many degrees of sibling warfare but, one of the most dangerous warfares is nerf war. Now why would nerf war be dangerous or scary? That is probably what you are thinking right about now. Well I shall now explain why nerf war is the most dangerous kind of sibling warfare. In nerf wars the rules are

1. Don't break anything Mom and Dad will notice in the next 24 hours

2. If someone gets hurt have a story to make it sound like an epic injury

3. Any toys and pillows can be used as weapons just not metal

4. If you make a mess be sure to hide it before anyone sees it

5. Never shoot The adults unless you think you are faster than them and have the bigger gun

6. Lastly have fun and do whatever it takes to win

As you can see the rules are very loose and allow several things to happen like lego mines or using couches as forts. They even allow lightsabers to be used while you are shooting someone. Unlike real warfare there are no rules about prisoners of war so if you are a prisoner good luck using the bathroom. Also you are battling with your siblings they probably will not give up as easy as your friend might because they want to prove they are better than you. Therefore be prepared for anything and always watch were you are stepping because again lego mines are dangerous and painful.

VBS (Vacation Bible School)

VBS is that one thing we all have gone to or helped with it is always changing some years its cowboys then the next year it might be Island Paradise. This year the theme is Submerged with the key verse being Psalm 139:23-24 Search me, God, and know my heart; test me and know my concerns. See if there is any offensive way in me; lead me in the everlasting way. As far as themes go this will be quite an interesting and informational. I cannot wait to watch these kids learn and grow in Christ while also having lots of fun with them. I cannot wait to see what the recreation and snacks and stories are like but can wait a little more for the songs and dances. The First Graders will hopefully not be too wild but if they are I know it will still be a blast, because VBS is always fun.

IGovern East (Generation Joshua)

Going to GenJ was really quite the experience and helped me grow and learn in not only politics but also in Christ. The trip was probably one of the more crazy parts of going to the camp. I had to fly from Vegas to Denver and then to Dulles airport. I got in a little late because of delays and got to meet some of the other campers that had also had late flights. When we got to the camp chapel had just a few minutes left so we got to sing the last worship song and then we got registered then I went to my wing chapel I can't really speak for anyone else. So we had our wing chapel then talked and went to sleep around 11pm which felt like 8pm for me. The next morning my roommate and I woke up and cleaned our dorm (which to me and him it looked good) then we went to breakfast with our counselor. I also learned then that we had 175,000$ to last the week. With meals costing 10,000 and then starting at 5,000 for room and bathroom cleaning going up however much they thought was wrong. My roommate and I learned quick  we had to dust as well as work without wing to clean the bathroom so that we could make it trough the week. The first day started quickly right after breakfast and morning devotions with, Igovern 101 and then party meetings, (the campers are split into two parties gold and blue) then we had a speaker and lunch. After lunch we had our first legislative meeting and free time the legislative meeting forme was kinda crazy because I was in the house which is way bigger than the senate. While the free time was dodgeball which is always fun. They seperated us into two groups Blue team and Gold team, then further seperated us boys and girls. The Blue team boys lost but the Blue Girls whooped up on Gold Girls. Then there were two other matches but I left before those started because me and some friends wanted to explore the camp some more. The we went to dinner and later chapel and wing chapel and then bed. The next day went about the same only less free time and a comitee meeting and the Gala. Now Gala is pronounced several ways but the ways I heard it mostly was gay-luh and gal-ah. Now the Gala was my saving grace because that was how we made money it was basically you dress up and then go talk to lobbyists who give you money for talking to them and writing bills for them and I was able to make enough money to last the rest of the week even if it wasn't the most. The next day was the field trip to DC which was very awesome and fun to me. We first went to the heritage foundation and got to listen and ask several congressmen senators and other important people questions it was very informing and cool. Then we went to Capitol Hill and watched part of a Filibuster (when a senator holds the floor for an extended amount of time to delay something) and then toured this museum area. Then almost missing the busses went back to Patrick Henry and ate dinner then went to chapel and wing chapel. During dinner I got a package from my mom and dad which contained cookies. When you get a letter package or anything in the mail the director makes you go up to him and dance with everyone else who got one doing something like the I'm a little teacup dance which isn't the worst thing in the world. The next day we had our primaries for the election and had my favorite Chapel of the week. The camp theme as Fear and the guy who talked had a lot in common with me and was easy to relate to. The next day we had a crazy storm with a tornado and then next day was the last day and we had the election that the blue party Won cause we are awesome. Then we had a talent show with lots of cool stuff. Overall the camp was fun and awesome I am really glad I was able to go and make friends. While also learning about politics and Growing in Christ.

Thanksgiving Meal

Calvary Baptist Church Chilldress will be having a Thanksgiving meal the Wednsday after this coming Wednesday at 6:30. If you want to bring some food please contact the Kitchen committee we will also have a place for you kto bring canned goods to give to people. The meal will be a good one followed by fellowship no danceing because Baptist don't dance. 

Tommorow is my brother Shadrachs birthday if you see him tell him Happy Birthday.

The Wurbrands (cont. from The Pastors Wife)

    The Wurmbrands were Jews that turned to Christianity. That is when they began there trail to leading hundreds or thousands of people to Christ. They were what you would call super christains they helped people and led them to Christ. They even helped found churches and adopt kids for a certain amount of time. 

The Pastors Wife

You have heard of the Governors Wife, The Mayors Wife, The Presidents Wife, but what about The Pastors Wife. The all new (well not exactly new) book written by Sabrina Wurmbrand wife of Richard Wurmbrand. If you do not know who they are you can either read my next post coming tommorow or look them up. The Pastor's Wife is about Sabrina Wurmbrand the wife of Richard Wurmbrand and how she ends up in sevral different prison camps and the friends she makes. It also talks about how she always tried to share the gospel with everyone. The book is a true story and takes place during World War 2. When Hitler and the Communistts didn't allow Christians to talk about the Bible, so the Wurmbrands did just that and led lots and lots of people to Christ. In the end they were both released but many many years later.

Dude do you hear what I hear?

Dude You Hear What I Hear? Will be showing at Calvary Baptist Church December the 15th taking the Sermons place. The play Directors are Shirley Weir and Amanda The Song Leader. The Cast will include most of the youth group and a few younger kids. Featuring sevral songs and a story about the true meaning of Christmas. Make sure to mark it on your calender so you don't miss it.

To the Cotton Gin again?

     At the cotton gin we (me, my dad and Shadrach) were given a full tour of the gin by Cade Wyat and Benny. They were good tour guides although it was hard to hear them because the Gin was so loud. When we first got there Cade showed us were the cotton seed goes and what we use it for.

  Then we went into the place where they load the cotton where we met Benny. Once there he told us how they use the big truck to move cotton bales. Once we got inside he showed us where they separated the seeds from the cotton then showed us were the cotton overflowed and let us use the vacuum thing to suck some of the cotton up. 

  Next they showed us were the cotton was bagged, tied and shipped off. We went back to were the cotton was loaded and we got to watch them load the cotton. Last Cade showed us were they dumped the trash which was pretty cool. Overall the Gin was pretty cool.

Auction Time

First it was indentured servants then slaves now it is Youth Groups. If you need work done just go to the Youth Auction at Calvary Baptist Starting at 9:00am Tomomorrow. So save your work and let a youth member do it for you. We can fix fences, rake leaves, sweep floors, even move stuff. Show up at Calvary Baptist tomorrow at 9:00 am sharp.

Evangilist vs Preacher

This is going to settle the question of the century which is better Evangilist or Preacher.

The Evangilist (Eric Fuller) against The Preacher (My Dad Steven Ball)

The Evangilist has a cooler Job because he gets to travel everywhere, meet new people and eat new food and that is his work. While the Preacher on the other hand stays in one place and knows everyone. 

The Evangilist lives off a love offering while the Preacher is paid every so often.

The Preacher prepares for the evangilst and does the heavylifting of getting people to come while the Evangilist Precahes and leads bible studies.

The Evangilist is a little bit peppier or excited than the preacher.  

While the Preacher works about 40 hours the Evangilist works about 60 hours a week.

They both can go to school for there job but the Evangilist gets more slack about his career.

They both have familys and both have homes and cars.

The Two spiritual

figures who seem the same are a lot differnt.

Pig Update

Well I wrote a chcken update seems like there needs to be a pig update too. The pig Bandette is now the size of a small dog or large cat. She went from like 5 pounds to like 40 or 50 pounds. The chickens like to get into her cage and eat her food. Bandette also likes to destroy toys and water containers in her spare time which are usually put back. Recently we put a metal bucket in her cage so that she couldnt tip the water. Instead she sticks her head in the water and blows bubbles. 

Remember the Revival party at our house this Saturday dinner will be served and it starts at 6:00 pm.

The revival will go out to Wednsday.

Being a Preachers Son

When I started this blog I never really thought about the title Being a Preachers Son. Being a Preachers son can be difficult at certain times but is also rewarding at other times. It is hard when your dad stays at church for a long time but, rewarding because he has lots of free time. It also means I sometimes have to watch my brothers so my parents can go witnessing. That can be rewarding in its own ways too though. So over all being a preachers son isn't all that bad.

Chicken Update

Last time I talked about the chickens I had 4 ducks and 12 chickens. Well now we are down to 7 hens and 1 rooster, but no ducks 3 of which died the other one flew away. The chickens have also been laying eggs, at first just 2 a day now they lay, anywhere from 4 to 6 a day. The rooster is also becoming more aggressive hitting us with his wings and sometimes scratching with his claws. To protect the hens from us which is kind of funny because we dont want the hens. If I could I would tell him but,  I don't speak chicken.

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Revival and Sunday morning

Not this Saturday but the next Saturday there will be a revival party at our house and you can meet Eric Fuller who is going to be the Speaker Preacher person. We will have Dinner and entertainment will be hangiing out with everyone and this is just the beginning the revival will last until Wednsday I think for the details Ask my Dad Pastor Steven Ball at church. Which will be a fifth sunday sing which means only singing but there wont be a potluck.

Reading the Bible and A new start

Well first off I would like to say sorry for not posting thruogh the whole Bible and that I will try tjo be much more persistent blogging. Second off i am going to add more pictures and video attachments for my Blog. Third off If you want you can friend me on facebook I am Donald Ball.

Now lets get to the bible stuff. Today I read in Leviticus chapter 1 to chapter 9. All about the laws and offerings. How the Isrealites were allowed to only eat certain things. It reminds me of how when you go back to school or youth group the teachers give you some rules. These were basically Gods rules for the Isrealites world. The Isrealites were not always good at obeying so they got in trouble just like we do except the rules were different so in Levitucus I learned that God makes strict rules so taht we will stand apart.

Field trip to the Zoo

 My younger brother Shadrach got to go to the Zoo in Amarillo and he wanted our whole family to come. Sadly my dad could not make because of an important meeting in Vernon. My brother was sad but then happy again. Knowing that Marcus, Carl, and I were going to come and have fun with him. The zoo animals were energetic we got to see a weird deer looking like thing (it let me pet it), we also saw some bobcats and even some Kangaroos. The lions and tigers were taking naps until the 1st graders showed them how to roar. The bears on the other hand were ready to go up the stairs and play. When we went into the snake house the glass made it so that we couldn't get struck. There were speedy tortoises and American bison. After we had looked at all the animals we played on the playground. There was this thing that was to high up for the younger kids to reach so they asked me to pick them up. They weighed more than they looked; because, it was hard to pick them up and hold them for a little while. After that we went to the picnic and went home after that.  

This is the animal that let me pet it.