Originally Posted Feb. 24, 2022 It’s easy to trust when the sun is out and there’s a nice breeze, and life is delightful. “I really trust God for my life… I’m healthy, the kids are doing great…. I have money in the bank, I just got a nice promotion …. Boy, the government has it … Continue reading “ What Is Needed Is Trust” →

Originally Posted Feb. 23, 2023 Baltasar Gracian, a Spanish philosopher, once said, “Never compete with someone who has nothing to lose”. It is true that if you compete with someone who has nothing to lose, you are sure to be defeated in that race. A person who has nothing to lose has no fear. I … Continue reading “Nothing To Lose” →

Have you ever noticed someone who seems to be lacking in self-awareness …. perhaps belting out a song with a certain tone deafness that causes animals in the forest to run for cover….. or maybe someone pontificating on a topic without even a basic understanding, or maybe someone quickly jumping in to speak of his … Continue reading Yikes….The Ancient Whisper In The Garden →

Originally Posted Feb. 22, 2022 It’s important to remember the good things others have done for us. Think of friends, and teachers, and pastors, and acquaintances. So many have done so much for us. Think of your parents; it’s good to recount all the things your parents have done for you.  It’s estimated to cost $272,049 … Continue reading “Gratitude Ball” →

Originally Posted Feb. 21, 2022 Somedays I wake up refreshed and ready to go…. a zip in my step, a smile on my face, a cup of coffee, a jump start on my prayer time before mass…. it’s going to be a good day.  Other days, it seems I wake up with a “boulder on … Continue reading “ The Wrong Side Of The Bed” →

My brother Tommy lives in Sarasota, FL. on the 3rd floor of a fortress like condo. He decided to wait out the recent tropical storm that hit the Tampa /Sarasota area believing that his house is on a sure foundation. Like the 3 Little Pigs in the house made of bricks, the storms “huffed & puffed … Continue reading “Prepare For The Storms” →

Have you ever heard of Nicholas Postate ....... hmmmmmm neither have I. Well I found out that Blessed Nicholas Postate, a priest & martyr, was one holy man. Listen to this:  “Sweet his behavior, grave his speech … he did by good example teach… serene his look and calm his mind… as angels live, so lived … Continue reading “Hey, You Never Know” →

The Lord knows us “inside and out”. It’s amazing how all his words spoken during the three years of his public ministry are right on the money. He diagnoses our problems and then presents the solution. Let’s look at  “anxiety”, which is prevalent in our life and in the life of our society. What’s the source … Continue reading “Seek First The Kingdom Of God” →

There will be no BLOG this weekend as I’m off to my Annual Retreat. I’m looking forward to Mass, Eucharistic Adoration, some excellent talks, small group discussion, a bit of recreation, and time for rest and reflection….. and of course good food.  Even though I’m retired, I still need some time away with God to … Continue reading “Off To Retreat” →

Originally Posted Feb. 17, 2022 I guess it’s never too late to learn more about our self. What makes me tick, what’s important to me, what things “push my button”, am I “really that” competitive”, etc..  Today I was getting in line for gas. If you’re familiar with Cosco, there are about 10 lines often … Continue reading “Does Your Dog Bite, Monsieur” →