About the Author

Hi,

My name is Joel Conrad. Before I jump into the purpose of this blog, let me give you a bit of background info about me. As of today, July 20, 2008, I am a 25 year-old husband of the beautiful Kerry Conrad and father of the incredible Cameron Conrad (almost 2 years old). During the week, I work in the fund-accounting world (valuing mutual funds) for a company called State Street. That's what I do for living, and I try to spend the rest of the timedoing some or all of the following:

a.) Growing in knowledge/relationship with God, Jesus and the Holy Spirit (a.k.a. the Trinitarian God), which often involves praying/talking to God, reading (and hopefully understanding) the Bible, listening to sermons, reading theological books, and talking about Him with other people;

b.) Being a "godly" husband and a good father, which usually requires that I spend time with my wife and son;

c.) Spending time/ growing in relationships with people in our church (I attend Heartland Church in Blue Springs);

d.) Staying alive and fit (a.k.a. "Taking care of my temple"). I am so thankful that God gave me legs and the ability to run-- it is such a blessing, one that I'm trying not to take for granted. I run daily and occasionally compete in various races;

e.) Playing guitar and singing in various bands in our church.

These activities encompass my "plate", for the most part. Feel free to email any time at joelconrad@gmail.com