Author Archives: Scott Linscott

About Scott Linscott

Living life to the fullest, walking in the dust of my Rabbi, creating art through photography and written word, speaking words of hope wherever and whenever the opportunity arises.

Is it okay for a pastor to feel these feelings?

Posted on February 15, 2023 by Scott Linscott

By Scott Linscott Life has thrown a number of curveballs of uncertainty at me of late. Added to that, internals and externals have overwhelmed my calendar with dates and deadlines and people needing something from me at every turn. Added … Continue reading →

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Honestly? It’s a bumpy time for me

Posted on January 27, 2023 by Scott Linscott

Back in 1993 to 1999, I flew pretty often. There were some seasons when I was gone several weekends in a row or a few weeks in a row speaking at camps and conferences and going to meetings. I was … Continue reading →

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A Bonus Day in Boston with My Entire Crew

Posted on April 25, 2022 by Scott Linscott

We had a whirlwind of a great day Saturday. All 13 of us packed into two vehicles to head for Boston for a fun family day. My seat was assigned by Calvin. I was informed, by him, that I would … Continue reading →

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We are 1 month from 10 years

Posted on April 4, 2022 by Scott Linscott

It was May 7, 2012 when I received my second shot at life.  I am coming up on ten years of bonus days. Ten years of my Pompom pal at my side. As I approach my ten year mark I … Continue reading →

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An escape to the mountains

Posted on October 16, 2021 by Scott Linscott

by Scott Linscott I’ve been in the White Mountains this week. God provided a surprise opportunity for me to escape.. It’s been a productive week. I’ve had times to rest and times when my adrenaline was pumping (trail rides.) I’ve … Continue reading →

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COVID 99.7% survivable but half the story

Posted on August 7, 2021 by Scott Linscott

While we do know that COVID survivability is high and hospitalization is low for the population as a whole, the oft-quoted 99.7% survivability statistic only tells part of the story. The actual data shows increasing mortality rates by age. It … Continue reading →

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Misinformation in the transplant community?

Posted on August 4, 2021 by Scott Linscott

If you believed in your transplant team enough to have them cut into you, cut out an organ and sew in a donated one, why do you refuse to believe them when it comes to vaccines? Continue reading →

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Do you trust your doctor? Your transplant center?

Posted on July 29, 2021 by Scott Linscott

I trust my transplant team with my life. If it recommends something, I do it. If it says to avoid something, boom, it’s dead to me. Why wouldn’t I? Continue reading →

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Why masks actually work

Posted on February 17, 2021 by Scott Linscott

By Scott Linscott I’ve been spending a good deal of time doing some vaccine advocacy work and trying to answer misinformation with facts, hoping to maybe make an impact here and there. Being a solid organ transplant survivor, I have … Continue reading →

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FOC, I need you

Posted on January 18, 2021 by Scott Linscott

By Scott LinscottI can’t imagine. I have no idea. Though I try my hardest to listen and seek to understand, and though I read the right books and listen to the recommended speakers, my own experience colors my conclusions and … Continue reading →

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Merry Christmas and Happy New Year

Posted on December 5, 2020 by Scott Linscott

What a year 2020 has been. While we have all had to cut back on our outings and travels, we Linscotts have enjoyed more of the outdoors. We even climbed a New Hampshire mountain! But, “Home for the Holidays” is … Continue reading →

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I remember when I didn’t have enough breath to speak …

Posted on December 1, 2020 by Scott Linscott

By Scott Linscott It was December 2011 when my diseased liver was threatening my life. Ascites fluid filled every cavity and made me look like I was 10 months pregnant. Doctors stuck needles into my lung cavity and my abdomen … Continue reading →

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Too much to ask?

Posted on November 13, 2020 by Scott Linscott

By Scott Linscott Here’s what I need, America. I need an empty, clean airport and an empty plane to take me to another empty airport where I can pick up my clean rental car with no human interaction. Then, I … Continue reading →

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Some things confuse me.

Posted on October 3, 2020 by Scott Linscott

By Scott Linscott I’ve been given a stuffy to take care of this morning. I am not supposed to put him down. Meanwhile, loud Lego construction work is happening on the floor nearby. I don’t know why I am responsible … Continue reading →

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I wonder stuff …

Posted on September 21, 2020 by Scott Linscott

By Scott Linscott I wonder how many individual wood pellets come in a ton? If you haven’t seen wood pellets, they look like rabbit food pellets but they are made of sawdust and mill scraps. We burn them in a … Continue reading →

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