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40 My Dad called me the other week after reading about my bout with insomnia and related difficulties. He was worried that I was cracking up. My sleeping has pretty much settled down like the sea after a storm. A lot just hit at once and I had to ride it out, as rough as it was. I assured him that I was OK. Took on some water and have been bailing out. Got sick on top of it all. Insomnia is a devil. The lack of sleep creates exhaustion with a heaping helping of anxiety. The anxiety keeps one up while exhaustion eats away at the spirit. Damnable. I have been turning quite often to the Word and preaching these days. I see how insipid smart phones can be yet it is quite remarkable to have access to world-class teaching through podcasts. Just ordered Rick Warren's Transformed workbook and DVD after subscribing to his daily podcast. Very practical. I feel as if I have to return to the fundamentals of the faith. I can get lost in theology and scholarly pursuits. I need a reminde