A Minute with Mac

LOVE this from Seth Godin’s “The Icarus...

Mon, 18 Mar 2013 00:38:57 -0400

LOVE this from Seth Godin’s “The Icarus Deception”
6 Daily Habits for Artists

Some Exciting News For Me To Share!

Tue, 22 May 2012 16:25:00 -0400

I can’t tell you how excited I am to tell y’all the news that I have made a Country record! I grew up listening to Country music, and I’ve been hearing for many years from friends, family, and fans that they would love to hear me do a Country album. After so much confirmation, I started feeling like I couldn’t NOT make a country record (does that make sense?). So, I went to work.

There have been so many times in the past that I had song ideas that didn’t really fit lyrically or musically with Third Day. I filed those songs away to the “maybe sometime” category. Well, that time is now. I started working on these songs, and a whole bunch of new ones, off and on about a year ago. Then, I had the chance to record the songs with some really talented musicians. I am very happy with the results, and I cannot wait to share it with you!

Before anybody freaks out, the answer is “NO!” Third Day is NOT breaking Up! We are actually nearly finished with a brand spankin’ new album that we’ll be releasing this fall, with a tour to follow in the spring of next year. We’re really excited about the material, and appreciate what we have in Third Day more than ever.

There are still many questions to be answered with how and when my Country record will be released, but my hope is that it will be sometime in the next few months. Also, I’m planning on firing up the old van and trailer and getting out there on the road to play the music wherever I can for whomever is willing to listen.

You guys have supported and encouraged me for many years now, and I don’t take it for granted. I would deeply appreciate all of your thoughts, prayers, and help in this coming season! I look forward to you guys hearing the music and seeing what you think very soon.

Blessings! Mac

John S Lens, Ina’s 1969 Film, No Flash, Taken with...

Mon, 04 Apr 2011 16:49:38 -0400

John S Lens, Ina’s 1969 Film, No Flash, Taken with Hipstamatic

Trying my best to sing “Children of God” in...

Sat, 26 Feb 2011 12:16:28 -0500

Trying my best to sing “Children of God” in Portuguese for the beautiful people of Brazil. Hope u don’t mind the American accent!

We gone rock this CAR like it’s dynamite!

Tue, 22 Feb 2011 08:54:58 -0500

We gone rock this CAR like it’s dynamite!

My 2 yr old Emmanuel dancing to Usher! Check it out!

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 17:08:31 -0500

My 2 yr old Emmanuel dancing to Usher! Check it out!

Sweetness !

Wed, 09 Feb 2011 11:59:49 -0500

Sweetness !

Random Thoughts...

Wed, 26 Jan 2011 23:20:17 -0500

ok. I’ve got so much going thru my head right now. Here’s some randomness for you. I’m not checking my spelling,grammar,etc.- so don’t get offended or send me some emails. Here goes- Brazil. Wow! What an amazing time we had! Beautiful places with beautiful people. We have plans to go back hopefully in June. I really hope that happens. Gonna record a couple of recent singles in Portuguese. Think my Spanish is bad? Wait to till you hear my Portuguese. But I’m gonna try!

Shot a video for Children of God today. Don’t want to ruin the surprise but you’ll see some guest appearances from some people that are really special to us! More to come very soon….

Checking out the twitter posts from my good friend and worship leader at my church, @danielbashta . He’s in Rwanda right now and the things that he is saying and the pictures that he is sending are preparing me for our trip next week to Haiti. I’m a little nervous. Not that we are in danger of sickness or anything like that. But I’m in danger of being knocked out of my comfort zone and into a strong desire to see some great changes coming along for myself and for Haiti. Pray, brothers and sisters, pray.

Finally, tonight. American Idol. Haven’t watched the last couple of seasons. I don’t say that out of pride. I love the show. Just missed the first few episodes of those last couple of seasons and I’m the kind of guy that doesn’t like to miss anything. I’d rather just not watch than catch it halfway through. Anyways, I was curious to see how J.Lo and Mr. Tyler were gonna do. Gotta tell ya, don’t know what you thought- but I REALLY don’t think it’s gonna miss a beat. Thought it was great! The show is done really well. I laughed, I cried. Did you see that dude at the end with his girlfriend who had been in the accident. Oh my. Cried like a baby. And Mr. Tyler, the way you went up to her and kissed her and told her that her boyfriend “sings great because he sings for you”. Wow. New found respect for you my friend! Hope the rest of the season goes well.

Goodnight!

It’s Emmanuel’s 2nd Birthday today! We had a lot of...

Mon, 24 Jan 2011 20:49:53 -0500

It’s Emmanuel’s 2nd Birthday today! We had a lot of fun with family tonight and he got something “cool”.

Happy 1st Birthday to my daughter Birdie Clare! She’s...

Tue, 18 Jan 2011 15:24:39 -0500

Happy 1st Birthday to my daughter Birdie Clare! She’s amazing y’all!

Googly Eyes!!!

Wed, 12 Jan 2011 15:54:35 -0500

Googly Eyes!!!

Well, we’re snowed in again today. It’s the second...

Tue, 11 Jan 2011 16:18:00 -0500

Papa and Birdie Clare

Birdie Clare

deer tracks!!!

Cash snowball!

the kids with Snowbie the Snowman

Well, we’re snowed in again today. It’s the second day of Al Gorefest 2011 and we finally got around to making that snowman! I finally figured out that the key is wearing good gloves. Anyway, it’s been fun but we’re running out of supplies. If anyone out there gets this….we need KrispyKreme doughnuts, bacon, and CokeZero. Not sure if the kids are going to get to go to school tomorrow. Suppose to freeze again overnight. It’s cute for a couple of days and then….we need to get back to normal……whatever that means. Enjoy some pics from the day!

Here’s a few more shots from today’s snow day!

Mon, 10 Jan 2011 18:56:58 -0500

Here’s a few more shots from today’s snow day!

So here’s a few photos from today. Had fun in the snow....

Mon, 10 Jan 2011 17:53:17 -0500

Scout & Emmanuel

sledding!

Camie Love,Scout,&Emmanuel

So here’s a few photos from today. Had fun in the snow. Never got to making that snowman though…

Checking to see if this works!

Mon, 10 Jan 2011 14:40:21 -0500

Checking to see if this works!

So Mac, I am just wondering, would you answer this most pressing question for all of us. What does a 'Bama fan like yourself do on a day like today -- will you root for Auburn or will you cheer for Oregon? And congratulations on the blog, I will be a faithful reader - Clayton King

Mon, 10 Jan 2011 14:24:00 -0500

My bro- I’m so glad you asked! Today is a tough day for me. I have so many close Auburn fans. Some Bammers will tell you that’s not possible. But it really is people! Some of my closest cousins are Auburn fans. My pastor (shout out Happy Bday, TomTanner!) and worship leader at my church are Auburn fans. My right hand man, Dr.Mark Lee is an Auburn fan by marriage (they’re at the game today- have fun guys). And the list goes “on and on and on and on and on and on..” to quote an old Third Day song. My head says, “pull for Auburn. Let them take it home this year. If they win, the SEC, and Bama in turn, looks so much better.” But folks- I’m sorry to say. I just can’t do it. My heart won’t let me. Maybe my wife, Aimee is right. She said today to me “you need to pray about this and have a heart check.” Maybe once the game starts my heart will change. But right now I’m not dare pulling for ‘em. Before you start to judge me, ask yourself this. Did any Auburn fans truly pull for Bama last year in the BCS Championship game against Texas. I’ll wager that very few would admit to doing that. And the ones who do are probably not true psycho Auburn fans anyway. That’s just the way it goes. Also, if you are not an Auburn or Bama fan, put yourself in my shoes. Who’s your team? If you are a Texas fan would you pull for A&M? Are you Wolverines gonna yell “Go Buckeyes!” I don’t think so.

So , anyway, I hope it’s a great game and may the best Cam..uhh..mm..uhh… man, win!

Here We Go

Mon, 10 Jan 2011 01:31:11 -0500

Okay, I’ve been thinking about doing this Blog thing for a while. Don’t think I’ll post a lot of stuff. Just wanna sometimes post more than 140 characters that twitter gives me. Please be patient while I try to figure this thing out. Blessings! mac

Mac,
Did you get to meet with Sarah Palin for her TLC show? We love the theme song you guys provided.

Jason Benefield

Mon, 10 Jan 2011 01:28:40 -0500

nope. but talked to creator/producer Mark Burnett. nice guy

Okay? Hmm? Are you really you?? or are you some machine set up to make me think you are you???

Mon, 10 Jan 2011 01:28:12 -0500

yep. it’s me…. so far.

My Sweet Family!

Mon, 10 Jan 2011 00:56:05 -0500

My Sweet Family!

A Minute with Mac

LOVE this from Seth Godin’s “The Icarus...

Some Exciting News For Me To Share!

John S Lens, Ina’s 1969 Film, No Flash, Taken with...

Trying my best to sing “Children of God” in...

We gone rock this CAR like it’s dynamite!

My 2 yr old Emmanuel dancing to Usher! Check it out!

Sweetness !

Random Thoughts...

It’s Emmanuel’s 2nd Birthday today! We had a lot of...

Happy 1st Birthday to my daughter Birdie Clare! She’s...

Googly Eyes!!!

Well, we’re snowed in again today. It’s the second...

Here’s a few more shots from today’s snow day!

So here’s a few photos from today. Had fun in the snow....

Checking to see if this works!

So Mac, I am just wondering, would you answer this most pressing question for all of us. What does a 'Bama fan like yourself do on a day like today -- will you root for Auburn or will you cheer for Oregon? And congratulations on the blog, I will be a faithful reader - Clayton King

Here We Go

Mac, Did you get to meet with Sarah Palin for her TLC show? We love the theme song you guys provided. Jason Benefield

Okay? Hmm? Are you really you?? or are you some machine set up to make me think you are you???

My Sweet Family!

Mac,
Did you get to meet with Sarah Palin for her TLC show? We love the theme song you guys provided.

Jason Benefield