Originally Posted May 1, 2020 "Eli & The Rookie" 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 have persevered. They come … Continue reading “We Honor The Veteran” →

We’re ending the readings from Tobit. After this fascinating story of desperate need and sorrow, prayer, and deliverance by God, it ends with Raphael, the Archangel, giving words of wisdom to Tobit and Tobias. How do we act when we receive a gift from God ? How should we respond? Let’s see what Raphael says: … Continue reading “Don’t Be Slow To Give Him Thanks” →

I really enjoy the readings from Tobit. It’s like an exciting novel. Today’s reading shows Tobit  and Sarah ready to end their lives…so distraught with their sorrows. Out of their distress they cried out to God.  “The prayer of both was heard in the presence of the glory of the great God. And Raphael was sent to heal … Continue reading “Help Is On The Way” →

I love the readings from Tobit which began today at daily mass. I was struck by Tobit’s wife admonishing him when he began to “lose it” due to his trials and tribulations. Tobit was a great man, but he obviously had a few character weaknesses. There’s nothing like some real pressure to test what’s in … Continue reading “The Lessons Of Tobit” →

Memorial Day …a chance to thank and pray for all who have given their lives for our country. May the Lord welcome each of them home to heaven.  Larry Kaelin (Judy's Brother) on Lake Webster, IN “No greater gift than to lay down your life for your friend”(John 15:13).  I can tend to gloss over that … Continue reading “Happy Memorial Day” →

Made It To Indiana Well, we just left our daughter Cristin’s home in Lansing after a great visit. Cath & Chris packed their suitcases, stroller, car seat and miscellaneous items into the car with our stuff and we’re off to South Bend for the wedding. Nina is complaining a bit about riding on the roof … Continue reading “Wedding At Notre Dame” →

Originally Posted April 30, 2020 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 Catechism says that there’s … Continue reading “Leap Of Faith” →

Originally Posted April 29, 2020 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 have a lot of wisdom, … Continue reading “Delusions of Grandeur ???” →

I’m often intrigued by how the Lord interacted with his disciples. He frequently would ask questions of them that he already knew the answers to … remember the discussion on the “Road to Emmaus”, where he kept asking questions of Cleopas that he obviously knew the answers.  Why did he do this? In today’s reading from … Continue reading “What Do You Want?” →

Our trip continues. We are still in Michigan getting some good time with our daughter Cristin & family. We went to grandson Nick’s “Tae Kwon Do” class…. a Korean martial art with emphasis on head-height kicks, jumping spinning kicks, and fast kicking techniques…. yikes, I pulled a muscle just watching. Nick has developed quite a skill. … Continue reading “Race For Last Place” →