"I use Word. It's the simplest thing there is. What fuels my fiction is my non fiction. As a military historian ( serious arm chair guy ), I love to delve into the minds of soldiers and the nature of war vs the civility and morality of man.…"
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John K. Patterson
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Considering getting a Volkswagen...
Started this discussion. Last reply by Kyle A. Miller Sep 11, 2010. 25 Replies 0 Likes
Greetings, everyone.I plan to be purchasing a used car within the next year, and I thought perhaps a Volkswagen beetle would be the vehicle for me. Small, simple, and not very flashy or fast, as it…Continue
Tags: maintenence, decision, automatic, suggestion, buy
Greetings from Colorado
Started this discussion. Last reply by Sean Apr 5, 2010. 4 Replies 0 Likes
Hello, everyone. I'm glad to have finally joined up on the site!I am John K. Patterson, a published fantasy writer (only one story thus far, but I'm working on others), and a student in Colorado…Continue
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Daniel Tharp replied to John K. Patterson's discussion What is your favorite writing method? in the group WritersSamuel Mock replied to John K. Patterson's discussion What is your favorite writing method? in the group Writers"I use a pen and a notebook. I used to use a typewriter which was faster and sounds bad ass but it broke on me. Computers dont work for me because i get sucked into a terrible editing cycle and dont make any progress so I stick with a cheap pen and a…"
StaggerLee replied to John K. Patterson's discussion What is your favorite writing method? in the group Writers"I bang it out on the computer mostly because I am a scene sort of writer. What I mean is I try to get down major scenes from start to end then copy and past those into one big text file embellishing and filling in transitions and context stuff as…"
Mark replied to John K. Patterson's discussion What is your favorite writing method? in the group Writers"I personally prefer a typewriter. Staring at a computer for too long gives me a headache and the letters start jumping around. Also, I have a habit of rambling when I'm using a computer because of how easy it is to edit. My work tends to be sub…"
John K. Patterson replied to Ian Wilson's discussion Mark Driscoll's Church in the group Christian Men"Very good point. The most disturbing part of that requirement was that Mars Hill was demanding it in writing. I'd be fine if Andrew had been asked to give an oral confession before the pastors. But somehow, after that draconian letter of…"
John K. Patterson replied to Ian Wilson's discussion Mark Driscoll's Church in the group Christian Men"Oh, that's a very good point, Corey. So sorry for giving the wrong impression. Yes, I do want God to first change me. Of course, it can be hard to ask that when you're mad at irritating brothers and sisters in Christ.
Again, I offer my…"
John K. Patterson replied to Ian Wilson's discussion Mark Driscoll's Church in the group Christian Men"I'll be honest...Mark Driscoll is someone I have a hard time being gracious with. Most often just hearing his name gets my eyes to narrow, then roll, as I think, Oh no, what did he say this time?
Sounds like that whole church has a lot of…"
John K. Patterson posted a status"Finally back! Have a website I'm working on: johnkpatterson.wordpress.com"
John K. Patterson replied to StaggerLee's discussion Writer's Groups in the group Writers"Another huge benefit to writer's groups is the raw fact that they force you to keep writing. More than once my writing habit has almost drifted away from me in the past year, but was tethered to me by two ropes: those same workshops I mentioned…"
Jones replied to John K. Patterson's discussion The cleverness of sin -- a prayer request. in the group Christian Men"Awesome man!
But keep in mind, the battle has just begun, Satan will keep attacking at your weak spots. And you can't win the war without the strength of God.
This is something I found really helpful that a friend of Facebook…"
John K. Patterson replied to John K. Patterson's discussion The cleverness of sin -- a prayer request. in the group Christian Men"Jones, you have no idea how timely your advice is, just when I felt like I was going to lose this battle. I think God has used you tonight. I thank you for your kindness, and your willingness to follow the Holy Spirit's prompting. I will take…"
Jones replied to John K. Patterson's discussion The cleverness of sin -- a prayer request. in the group Christian Men"This from my favorite book Wild at Heart where the author talks about sin.
'To put it bluntly, your flesh is a weasel, a poser, and a selfish pig. And your flesh is NOT YOU. Did you know that? Your flesh is not the real you. When Paul gives us…"
John K. Patterson replied to John K. Patterson's discussion The cleverness of sin -- a prayer request. in the group Christian Men"I certainly hope that is in my future, Kermit. Thank you for the wise counsel and words, and the relief. It is hard on my conscience when I stumble, especially with the lack of a job (trying to remedy that), six months after graduation, and the…"
KermitKebab replied to John K. Patterson's discussion The cleverness of sin -- a prayer request. in the group Christian Men"In view of the fact that looking at pornography has become such a common, standard things for men (and some women) for all ages would lead me to believe that you will likely not get many replies for your requests for prayers - since most men simply…"
Dan Julian replied to John K. Patterson's discussion The cleverness of sin -- a prayer request. in the group Christian Men"I know this might seem like a strange recommendation, but pick up and read through a copy of "Prodigal God" by Tim Keller. That helped me in the ongoing fight against sin and temptation. Let me know if it helps you."
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- Christianity, Chivalry, science fiction/fantasy, movies, writing, drawing, dinosaurs, dragons, nature, general manliness
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- Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien, Mere Christianity and The Screwtape Letters by C.S. Lewis, A Song of Ice and Fire by George R.R. Martin, Inheritance Cycle by Christopher Paolini, Phobos by Ty Drago, Harry Potter by J.K. Rowling
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- Lord of the Rings trilogy, King Kong (2005), Star Trek (2009), Last Chance Harvey, Stranger than Fiction, Braveheart, Serenity, both Star Wars trilogies, The Book of Eli, Transformers
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- I like anything that sounds good to me
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- "All you have to decide is what to do with the time that is given to you."
~ Gandalf
Comment Wall (3 comments)
- At 3:32pm on April 6, 2010,
Herb Munson said… - Alright! Welcome to The Great Debate. Great to have you with us.
- At 8:19pm on March 31, 2010,
Michael J. Austin said… - Hello and welcome to the site !!!!
- At 5:57pm on March 31, 2010, Herb Munson said…
- Hi there John. Welcome to AoM. I see you have joined my son's group, Man Bags. Good move. Also, I'd like to give you a friendly invite to check out my group, The Great Debate. Just click on "Groups." It's the one with the colorful galaxy picture. It's also one of the most active groups on AoM. In any case, great to have you aboard.
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Steve replied to Jonny's discussion Was putting my dog to sleep the right thing to do?"That's no way for a much loved pet/companion to live...you absolutely did the right thing IMO.
It's always heart breaking to lose a pet in any circumstances, but we have to take responsibility for these things, and it would have…"
Steve replied to Vincent's discussion Appropriate Interview Suit?"I'd go for a more classic cut personally, and something far less shiny.
I have a suit that is similar to yours, it's cut in a more tailored style as opposed to the extreme slim cut of yours, but it's something I'd only wear for…"
Chuck Knight replied to Daniel's discussion Casual Belts for Jeans?"The real ones are called trophy buckles, and are actually given as trophies in rodeo events. The bigger and shinier the buckle, the higher the ranking.
I nicknamed them "turkey platter" buckles."
Aaron Lancaster replied to D.J.'s discussion Let Down in a Relationship"Good call. Actually college and drinking go together remarkably well. It sounds like you guys have a difference in values. Finish it up now before you both become miserable. Move on, find a nice quiet girl who doesn't drink,…"
Will replied to Herb Munson's discussion The Primacy and Existence of God in the group The Great Debate"I had assumed that was a joke, Herb!
We always used to say we hoped and prayed the school would burn down so we wouldn't have to go -- because it was torture, man! Not a joke I'd make in current circumstances, tho."
Todd Serveto replied to Rob Sexton's discussion Secular Manhood vs Christian Manhood in the group Christian Men"Hey, Rob, The Bible says:
3. For we ourselves also were sometimes foolish, disobedient, deceived, serving divers lusts and pleasures, living in malice and envy, hateful, and hating one another. 4 But after that the kindness and love of God our…"
Aaron Lancaster replied to Aaron Lancaster's discussion Gday from New Zealand"Cheers Ian. It certainly is a good drop.
I'm never sure if I'm making sense or not when talking to people from other countries. We mainly call it "tramping" over here but then that implies walking from point A to Point B on…"
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