5 books....

Outside of the Bible, the 5 books pictured above (in no particular order) have had the most significant impact in shaping my outlook/mindset on life. "Life is about the people you love, the books you read, & what you'll do because of them." (ok ya, so I made that quote up...) But anyway, all I'm tryin' to say is that readin' has become more and more of a joy in my life recently. I used to not enjoy reading very much, but over the past two years my book cravings have certainly increased. Maybe it's a sign that I'm getting older, maybe it's just the way I'm wired by God, or maybe it's just a passing phase (I hope not)...

These are the books that have resonated inside me the most > so, what about you?
(if you're a regular reader, narrow your comment down to just your -top 5-)

testing a theory.... or 'gray concrete'

Webster defines a theory as:
-the analysis of a set of facts in their relation to one another
- abstract thought: speculation
- the general or abstract principles of a body of fact, a science, or an art
- a belief, policy, or procedure proposed or followed as the basis of action
- an ideal or hypothetical set of facts, principles, or circumstances —often used in the phrase in theory
- a plausible or scientifically acceptable general principle or body of principles offered to explain phenomena
- a hypothesis assumed for the sake of argument or investigation b: an unproved assumption

knowing these facts (the definition of a theory) then let's do some testing of our own and TEST JOHN WILEY's theory...

John Wiley says:
"that he (Taylor) can post about 'concrete being gray' and people will still comment on the post!"

For the content of this post, let it be known that:::

-most of the concrete
that I've seen in my life
has been gray.

humm.... I'm willing to test it.
so may the theory testing begin...

my childhood mentor...

I think we all know who the stud in the picture on the left is: it's Doug! So why am I posting on Doug? Well, while the last post had a broad scope on some of the greatest shows on Nickelodeon - this post will be a bit more specific. The spotlight is on Doug, and for good reason... His self-titled show on Nickelodeon dominated my after-school TV watching as a kid. He was like a mentor to me (before I even knew what a mentor really was.) I always knew that there was somethin' special about this show, but I could never quite put my finger on it. It was just good, pure & simple. However, now that I'm older (and to some "wiser") I'm finally starting to recognize what I've learned from this show growing up. The simplicity of the lessons that Doug can teach you are very easy to see, refreshing, and can have a profound impact on your life. So here's to you Douglas Yancey Funnie (aka Doug) - you are in my fictional character hall-of-fame, for teaching me so much...

A few things I've learned from Doug:

• See things Big, but keep things simple
• Don't be afraid to show your true heart
• It's good to write in a journal (but NOT a diary)
• Have friends that are not always like you (i.e. skin color)
• Talk to a girl if you have a crush on her
• Hold your ground against bullies
• It is OK to daydream
• Have a pet dog
• Enjoy the music you listen to & don't be afraid to dance
• There is more to life than clothes (yet, Doug was always stylin')

thanks Doug, truly I am a better man because of your simplicity.

Nickelodeon, A time of greatness...

With a lot of the big-name show writers on strike these days, I've been trying to think back to a time when TV shows were at their absolute best. So, my mind immediately went back to my childhood. This was a time of greatness, a time that reigned supreme, a time where Nickelodeon was king. I was proud to be one of the loyal subjects in that kingdom. O' those days... My fresh, young, inquisitive mind fed on shows like Salute Your Shorts, Global GUTS, Legends of the Hidden Temple, Doug, Double-Dare, All That, Are You Afraid of the Dark, The Secret World of Alex Mac, Clarissa Explains it all, The Wonder Years, Family Matters, Fresh Prince, Kenan & Kell, The Adventures of Pete and Pete, and there's more... What a feast!

Without a doubt, this was THE greatest time in the history of America for a kid to be growing up watching TV. Nickelodeon was life, and life was good.


This post is straight fact! - - - What else do you need. (?)

I dare someone to try and argue against this TV lineup. No, I double dare ya!

the Man behind the blog...

How well do you know me? (Hopefully you can at least recognize that I'm in the above picture). But do You really know Me? You might frequent Most Things Break often, or this might just be your first time to the blog. Either way - this post should be beneficial for ya. It is aimed at letting you learn a lil' bit more about me: the Man behind the blog...

{answer these questions the best that you can - - - But don't get frustrated if you don't know the correct answer --- they (the answers) will be revealed in the comments section at the end of the post.}

#1 When is my birthday?
a) August 24th b) September 9th c) September 10th d) September 14th

#2 What is my favorite late-night snack food?
a) ham sandwich b) cousin Willie's popcorn c) M & M's d) Bagel-bites

#3 What is my favorite building on UK's campus?
a) W.T. Young Lib. b) Haggin Hall c) Memorial Hall d)none of these

#4 The vehicle I fantasized about getting while in high school?
a) Toyota 4Runner b)Jeep Wrangler c)Dodge 4x4 Truck d) Station Wagon

#5 The word/adjective that is used most in my vocabulary?
a) strong b)bogus c)solid d)tight

#6 What is my middle name?
a)Stan b)Stamm c)Damn d)none of these

#7 Before coming to UK - I liked what division 1 school's sports?
a)Georgia b)Florida c)Michigan d)always has been UK

#8 The nickname of my high school's sports fans?
a)creekdawgs b)rowdies c)crazy commodores d)none of the above

#9 How I feel about Facebook?
a)secretly love it b)absolutely hate it c)indifferent d)it's not for me

#10 The music genre I like the most?
a)country b)hip/hop + R&B c)alternative d)everything BUT punk rock

#11 My favorite bible verse(s)?
a)Psalm 1:1-3 b)James 1:22 c)Hebrews 11:6 d)Galatians 5:22-23

#12 The spiritual gift(s) God has given me? (to the best of my knowledge)
a)wisdom/discernment b)encouragement/hospitality c)preaching d)administration

#13 My favorite book in the Bible?
a)Ephesians b)Galatians c)Philippians d)James

#14 The main reason(s) I like to make blog posts?
a)just for laughs/fun b)You! (your comments) c)to record my thoughts d) A,B,C

> So, how'd you score ?

be Unashamed...

Song: Young & Unashamed
Verse 1

Hey when they see ya boy, what's they first impression?
Probably not a teen redeemed from the worst transgressions
That's repented from the path of His first ancestors
Was cursed but since rebirth this person's dressed in
The glorious righteousness of Christ
They probably think I'm on the stage 'cause I like the mic
Or like to get hype, but really I'm laid back main
But sometimes could lose my mind if you say that name
(Who?) Jehovah Jireh, my soul's provider
Life without Him's a contradiction like bein' poor with Prada
I done wrote a lot of flows, in my soul's a fire
That shut up in my bones, ah my soul desire
Is for some slick guys to the know the Lord He died
But still the Son did rise like it was mornin' time
So if you think you fully satisfied wit a 'vette wit chrome
You better check yourself like playin' chess alone
I'm a stranger, is Earth really my residence? Nope
I'm a alien and I can't wait to rest at home
My dress ain't always fresh to def I ain't impressed wit clothes
But Christ, He's the key to life dog and death's the door
Since the moment I believed, my flesh was broke
Sin lost its control and death its hold
So maybe now you'll understand and get up in ya brain
Why ya boy so young and unashamed

I know that most of you out there have no clue who Trip Lee is; much less any of the other members of the 1-1-6 Clique (based on Romans 1:16). But the group is solid, the beats are tight, the lyrics are truth, and the glory is God's. They are undoubtedly the leaders of Christian Hip/Hop today. {They are expanding the reign of Crossmovement from the late 90's ...) Go check 'em out.
(Despite the hatin' by some, I'm not ashamed of my music...)

So, What are you 'unashamed' of?

"Hey look, Free T-Shirts!"

I attend a large public University - which means that on random occasions I will walk across campus and see swarms of students hovering over a random table outside a classroom building. What are they doing? Duh, they are gettin' their free t-shirt! For freshmen - this may seem like good news, but we all know that usually the only way to get your free t-shirt is to fill out an extremely long questionnaire, or sign up for a new credit card, or sign up to join the military, or sign to vote democrat, etc. You get the idea...

Well, today was different. Today was how it should be. Today, felt good. ---Walking out of my PSY 312 Brain & Behavior class at 3pm I came across one of those free t-shirt tables. There was already a small swarm of students receiving their shirts when I walked up... However, this was not like the free t-shirt distributions that I was normally used to. No, this table had an aura about it that maintained the three C's : cool, calm and collected. In other words, there was just a strange peace within the people at the table - no one was overly hype or anxious. Things were just chill, it was nice.

Twenty seconds later,
I left that table with a free t-shirt & I left with a smile.

This is what the t-shirt said:
{except for the part on the image below that says 'Most Things Break' - (I had to draw this picture in paintbrush on my computer because I couldn't find any pictures of it online...)}
When I got back to my room I immediately jumped online and checked out this website -
B/c no way would I be wearing a t-shirt with a website across the front of it - if I didn't know what the website was all about...
So, I checked it out - and I was amazed.
If you want to see it too then go for it! ---> everywildcat.com

I was amazed was b/c
1. For the first time in my college life, I received a free t-shirt without the usual hassle.
2. The students passing out the shirts were living out the gospel - just as their website!


Take home message:
Stay in school! & Go for those free t-shirts b/c sometimes good things happen... (like today)

Rowdy for Regan...

The guy to the left of these words is Brian Regan. You might not know who he is just yet, but you should, and you will (if you read this post). Regan is quickly becoming my favorite comedian. His stand up is solid, and best of all it is 100% clean. No cussing, no problem.

I came across Brian Regan while driving to Nashville with Adam Reynolds over the Christmas break. We popped in a CD of one of his stand up routines and the rest is history. Rolling down the interstate listening was fun but also dangerous. I began to laugh so hard that things became quite UN safe when my eyes filled with tears from laughter as I buckled over in laughter. This is ok, but not while you're in the driver's seat...

Long story short: Regan is good, real good. Here is a clip from YouTube as a little preview... (although his best material is on his DVD's and CD's the online clips are still good)

His tour is also becoming more and more popular, check BrianRegan.com to see if he will be in your area anytime soon.

"Laughter is a tranquilizer with no side effects."
-Arnold H. Glasgow

mindset of prayer...

"Prayer is, therefore, not only the measure
of our hearts, revealing what we really desire;
it is also the indispensable remedy
for our hearts when we do not desire
God the way we ought."

- John Piper

Back in Action...

This past holiday break was very productive & refreshing. However, yesterday I moved back on campus - so, in order to keep this streak of refreshing productivity constant - I will spend significant time at the following locations...


It's pretty simple...

Where I will sleep: (and continue my training in law enforcement)Where I will eat: (mostly)

Where I will study: (beautiful, the place where dreams of a 4.0 GPA become a reality!)

Where my thoughts about these places will be posted:

~ Most Things Break ~

Nashville, more like Cashville...

Only those with true game can travel down to Nashville and bring it strong... Therefore it was no surprise to see both the Wehrle family and the Wildcats down in TN for the Music City bowl !


Florida State was weak on many levels for the game. Not only were they beat on the field, their fans were certainly shown up by the Kentucky fans. UK people were every, but I can't say the same for Florida State. For example: look (below) at this lonely FSU fan, he's the only one there to watch his team loose... How sad :-(

The game was intense - but UK brought it strong and fought hard for a Win in the Music City!!!!

MUSIC CITY BOWL CHAMPS x 2 !!!!

Overall, the trip to Cashville was a blast. --- After the game, thousands of UK fans dominated the city - eating and celebrating. What a night! (even the basketball team won earlier that day) Shu, sometimes it just feels great to be a wildcat fan. 'Nuf said...
The next morning the Wehrle family set their sights on the Opry Mills mall --> That thing is HUGE! After chillin' in the mall, we watched I Am Legend on the iMax theater inside... Then to cap it all off, driving back toLexington we are greeted with a beautiful snow covered Lexington!

on a side note:
I snagged a fantabulous pair of $30 pumas in the mall...

I figured if Tiger Woods (below) can get a sweet Nike contract for winning, then I should get a sweet pair of Puma shoes if the CATS win. It just made sense.

was the trip great (?) : Yes!