Originally Posted December 25, 2020 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 … Continue reading “Merry Christmas” →

'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 …. I think most of remember … Continue reading “Twas The Night Before Christmas” →

Originally Posted August 14, 2020 How do you know when it’s time to leave ….you know what I mean…it’s time to go...you’ve worn out your welcome.  It may be obvious when you find your suitcase out on the sidewalk, but it’s usually a bit more subtle. When I used to get on my mother’s nerves, she … Continue reading “ Easy On The Nerves” →

Originally Posted August 13, 2020 With all the “noise” surrounding us, it’s easy to miss important things that are being said. We may hear from a loved one,  “David, are you listening to me…of course I’m listening…well, what did I just say….uuuugghhh.”  According to Stephen Covey, the author of The 7 Habits Of Highly Effective People, “being listened … Continue reading “What Did You Say ???” →

We ended the year of St. Joseph on December 8th. It was wonderful  to honor that 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, … Continue reading “The Humility Of Joseph” →

It’s often said that how we perceive God the Father is affected by how we have experienced our earthly father. If we had a good relationship with our earthly father, then it will be easier to have a good relationship with our father in heaven… and visa versa. I do believe that is true. If … Continue reading “ Our Ticket Has Been Paid In Full ” →

Originally Posted August 12, 2020 What was Jesus like ? What was he like when he wasn’t in his public life as the savior of all mankind. What were the first 30 years like? We don’t have many clues. I guess he was like most young Jewish kids of that time. We understand that he … Continue reading “What Was He Like” →

Originally Posted August 11, 2020 I was wondering why I like stories where the “good guy wins”. I enjoyed the old cowboy movies because Roy Rodgers or the Lone Ranger or John Wayne always got their man and usually ended it with a good punch in the nose. I guess when you’re getting pushed around … Continue reading “Vengeance Is Mine” →

48 years ago today our eldest daughter Angela was baptized. We had just moved to Easton, Pa. from Kansas City. Our lives were moving onto the “fast track”… new job, new house, new baby. Fr. Robert Biszek, a wonderful and holy priest, baptized Angela. It was also Advent. Wow, it seems like yesterday. "Ang & … Continue reading “So Many Blessings” →

Originally Posted August 10, 2020 When I was young (er), I used to dread Mondays…. another 5 days before the weekend…a week of school and homework and exams or a week of humdrum work. I longed to exclaim  “TGIF…. Thank God it’s Friday.” "Magic Carpet" When in college and the stress level would get really high, … Continue reading “Another Adventure” →