What a day !!! So many memories of Christmas. As a young boy, I loved our Christmas tree with the tinsel and the lights that bubbled as they heated up. I loved the smell of the tree. I loved the presents under the tree and the anticipation. I loved going to midnight mass coming in … Continue reading “Merry Christmas”
Author: davetouhillsr
“Twas The Night Before Christmas”
Originally Posted Dec. 24, 2021 Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the houseNot a creature was stirring, not even a mouse;The stockings were hung by the chimney with care,In hopes that St. Nicholas soon would be there;The children were nestled all snug in their beds,While visions of sugar-plums danced in their heads …. … Continue reading “Twas The Night Before Christmas”
“The Humility Of Joseph”
Originally Posted Dec. 21, 2021 St. Joseph... It's wonderful to honor this great saint. In today’s world where it seems everyone looks to draw attention to themselves, he is a wonderful model of “doing the opposite”. His every breath was spent taking care of his family…making a place for them, keeping them safe, encouraging them, teaching them. … Continue reading “The Humility Of Joseph”
Earning Our Way….Hmmmmm!
Earning our way… pulling ourselves up by our bootstraps… the American way. “ The American dream is hard earned, self-made, with sleeves rolled up, pulling oneself up by their bootstraps, etc. There is nothing we cannot accomplish so long as we set our minds to it. These attitudes are easily identified in the grades we earn … Continue reading Earning Our Way….Hmmmmm!
God’s Plans For Me
Can you believe that we’re only 4 days away from Christmas? Where did Advent go? I’d like to take a little survey of how your Advent Plans have been working… how are things going? I’m sure you laid out a schedule to get ready… practically and spiritually. How did everything go…and how are you doing … Continue reading God’s Plans For Me
Body Blow”
Most of us have received a few “body blows” during our life…. described as “a heavy punch to the body…. a severe disappointment or crushing setback.” They certainly vary in size and intensity, but to be described as a “body blow”, it has to knock you back. Physically it may take your breath away, knock you down, knock you out, … Continue reading Body Blow”
“Lord We Are Perishing … Save Us”
It’s a terrible situation to feel helpless ….. to be powerless, unable to take effective action…. no matter what you try, you can’t get out of the situation …. you can’t get out of the jam you find yourself. It can be a physical situation, maybe being in pain from an injury or sickness. It can be … Continue reading “Lord We Are Perishing … Save Us”
“Bone”
Bone went to heaven on August 6, 2021. This BLOG was posted on August 19, 2021. I can't believe he's not here with us. So many great ones have left us for their eternal reward. Bone, remind Jesus to give us a special blessing. Some famous people are known by only one name... you know, … Continue reading “Bone”
“My Heart Skips A Beat”
Originally Posted Aug. 9, 2021 What gets my attention? What touches my heart? Have you ever had your heart skip a beat…if so, you know it gets your attention …. whether you’re in a meeting with the Pope, watching the Giants in the Superbowl, or have just won the lottery. Woe, what was that? It’s a … Continue reading “My Heart Skips A Beat”
“Granny Is Still Teaching Us”
We are fast approaching Christmas. It’s a time of preparation…get the tree, buy the presents, decorate the home…and hopefully prepare our hearts. For many years we tried to get our shopping done prior to Advent so we could minimize the distractions during Advent…. it’s worked to some degree. As I get older I sometimes think … Continue reading “Granny Is Still Teaching Us”
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