Monday, May 11, 2020 – Fingers crossed and with a lot of prayers, our diocese may be allowing Masses this Friday. After eight long weeks, we are finally working on bringing back public Masses. I am overjoyed, but I also notice a large uptick in “helpful suggestions” from people surrounding this issue. I appreciate that Read More
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Day 55 – I Need a Joke Break
Sunday, May 10, 2020 – Let’s just say today is always a tough day for me, so I’m going to ignore it by telling pointless, silly jokes. Thank you and good night! How did Moses part the waters?…With a sea-saw What is a salesman’s favorite Bible passage?…The Great Commission What car did the Apostles drive?…A Read More
Day 54 – Some Great News Full of Cautious Optimism and a Bit of Pessimism
Saturday, May 9, 2020 – Yesterday our Bishop indicated that we would be resuming Mass within the week. There are some caveats—50% capacity, extra washing, recommended face masks, etc.—but overall, this is promising news. However, the governor has been using words like “possible” and “maybe.” If you read carefully, there is no guarantee that Mass Read More
Day 53 – Trusting Only One “Expert”
Friday, May 8, 2020 – It seems like everyone has their favorite “expert” for every little issue, whether it is a global pandemic, murder hornets, or something as benign as which vegetables to eat. Having an opinion on something is not a bad thing. In fact, a well-formed opinion that you can defend with hard Read More
Day 52 – A Random, Brief, and Very Bloody History of the Virginia State Motto
Thursday, May 7, 2020 – In case you have not figured it out, I am a total nerd. Since yesterday’s post centered around a Latin phrase close to the Virginia state motto—Sic semper tyrannis—I thought it would be fun to dig up some history on this fairly famous phrase. Turns out it is a weird, Read More
Day 51 – Sic Semper Desiderare Mortem Homini
Wednesday, May 6, 2020 – An alarming trend is happening. Of late, I have seen several people declare “I’ve lost all respect for people who…” as well as numerous posts wishing ill-will and even death to those who disagree with their views. Yes, for real, I have seen people actively wishing that others die for Read More
Day 50 – And Now for Something Serious: Masks
Tuesday, May 5, 2020 – It seems everyone is on to this new fad of demanding everyone else wear masks. I have seen a great number of people post online wining about other people not wearing masks, berating other people, spreading weird and bad information about efficacy, and generally just being **itchy towards other people. Read More
Day 49 – Seven Weeks Down…SEVEN!!!
Monday, May 4, 2020 – When I started writing my daily thoughts, I honestly did not think it would go this long. Just over 22,370 words later, I am still writing my vastly un-read, totally incoherent ramblings. Again…over 22K words! Averaging 250 words per page for a 6×9 paperback, I have written around 88 pages. Read More
Day 48 – On the Importance of Learning a Trade
Sunday, May 3, 2020 – Yesterday I talked about the importance of having blessings on your dwelling, office, vehicle, etc. Today I would like to cover the importance of learning a trade or, at the very least, recognizing that is in fact NOT a gift the Lord has bestowed on you and therefore maintaining good Read More
Day 47 – On the Importance of House/Building/Automotive Blessings
Saturday, May 2, 2020 – This post started out as an homage to the glorious tradespeople who keep our home from falling apart. However, I quickly realized there was a whole other set of people that keep our properties from falling into spiritual disrepair: Priests! If you have not had your home, office, car, etc. Read More
