You frequently hear the term ….we’re “making memories”…. which describe  pleasant activities with family and friends that are fondly remembered for a long time, even after one’s death.  Often we  may not appreciate the memories  we are currently making, but as soon as they go out of our life, we often realize their value and importance. Making Memories The other … Continue reading “Making Memories” →

Today I went to confession. The priest prayed that the mercy of God would wash over me. It’s always a great moment when you receive absolution…. knowing that your sins are forgiven. I thought of the great priests to whom I’ve gone to confession over the years… the late Fr. Tom Dzurenda of St. Mary’s … Continue reading “Under The Waterfall” →

Originally posted on May 1, 2020 “We Honor The Veteran” Eli & Danny One is the veteran… Super Bowl MVP’s, numerous records, future Hall of Famer, an Icon….. the other is a rookie  with a lot of potential but few accomplishments. We admire those who have accomplished much, who have won honors, who are considered the veterans, who … Continue reading Classic BLOG from The Past →

Originally posted on April 30, 2020 “Leap Of Faith” How does faith work? Why do some believe and some don’t? Is there such a thing as a “leap of faith”? There are many good questions about faith.  Missouri is nicknamed “the Show-Me State”…. people don’t just believe, you need to show me.  Well, the scripture, the saints, and the … Continue reading Classic BLOG from The Past →

I remember my high school physics class teacher asking … “how quickly can you stop a car going 60 mph”?  I thought, it would take a couple of seconds to stop and maybe the car would travel 20 feet…. it was a nice try. Here’s a few facts: if you are driving at 60 mph, you … Continue reading “Lag Time” →

Have you ever begun a project with the idea that this will be simple and you'll knock it out fairly quickly. I have an entire library of examples where I thought this and it didn’t work out.  Judy and I were newly married and had invited some friends for dinner. I was going to cook … Continue reading “Forced To Pray” →

Pilgrim's Progress, is a religious allegory ( a story that reveals a hidden meaning) by the English writer John Bunyan, first published in 1678. The work is a symbolic vision of the good man's pilgrimage through life. ….. one of perseverance in the Christian faith. The main character, Christian, learned to travel light and not be distracted … Continue reading “Traveling Light” →

I just finished reading the “Voyage of the Dawn Treader” to some of my grandchildren on ZOOM. The book ends with some beautiful depictions of “Aslan’s world”… really a description of what heaven must be like. Lewis does a great job of presenting some imaginary, but magnificent scenes.  Sportsman's Park in St. Louis It brought … Continue reading “Beautiful” →

We all remember the repulsive character Gollum in Tokien’s  “the Hobbit and the Lord of the Rings.” Gollum was consumed by his lust for the “Ring”, calling it "my precious". Desire for the ring consumed him…always on his mind. In the end, he possessed it for a brief moment before it destroyed him.  I was thinking, again, about “worry” … Continue reading “My Precious” →

Originally posted on April 29, 2020 “Delusions of Grandeur ???” I had dozed off and was half asleep and half awake. I had this dream of St. Thomas Aquinas and St. Augustine having a discussion about a particularly difficult theological situation…. ”Tom, this is really a tough one. I agree Augie. I know we both … Continue reading Classic BLOG from The Past →