. . . but still daily reminded of how tired I am of cynicism and provocation in the blogosphere.

I'm trying to remember when the word "provoke" took on a positive connotation, and where in the Bible the gift of "provocation" is listed.

"Provocative" posts have their place, I suppose. Doesn't mean I don't get tired of them, or weary of people patting each other and themselves on the back for same.

(No, I'm not going to link to what prompted this. But let me just say: God bless teenagers who go on mission, whether short or long. May their tribe increase. They rock).