Feast Days, Holidays, and more

This year Ash Wednesday was the same day as St Valentine’s Day, and Passion Sunday was the same day as St Patrick’s Day. Some may see this as a coincidence, but I think it is more than that.

For the feast days of two of the most recognized saints in secular society to be on the same days as these notable dates during Lent 2024, is a message of hope. It serves as a message of love and encouragement for those on this journey that you are on the right path. For those not on the journey, it is a reminder that we are not of this world. It is a wake up call that you need to be on the path of salvation, and that the goal in this life is not the achievements of this world but that after death, the salvation of souls, your soul.

If you’re contemplating on embarking on this journey, welcome! What are you waiting for?

For those who are on this journey, I am thankful that we are on this journey together. And while each journey is our own and no one can take that journey for us, it is good to know that we’re not alone. We’re all here for each other, as Christians, and most important of all, God is with us. There are some days that are more difficult than others (tell me about), but keep going. I pray that this message finds you well and offer you a little bit something that’s uplifting so that you may continue on your journey. But don’t take my word for it, let St Paul encourage you.

Keep going.

Gone Fishing

It’s summer, and school is out… Have a good summer and be safe! As always, pray unceasingly.

Of all the -isms ...

Of all the -isms in our culture today, this one is often ignored and up there with the most nefarious. I’m talking about nepotism. This is because it is so stealthy. It is not obvious. You never know who is related to whom, either by blood or by marriage. Unfortunately, you don’t get to choose who your family are. The treachery within family is stuff of legends and timeless novels. At the same time, the benefits of some families just keep on giving, bootstraps not needed at all, just look for the red carpet treatment. When it comes to nepotism, there are tell-tale signs over time, emphasis on time. There are certain people who seem to get away with everything. Rules for you but not for them. Some of these people aren’t qualified for the job, and yet they have been promoted countless times to the top just like that. Then there are some people who haven't done much and yet they’re bestowed with awards and recognitions nonstop just for showing up. Meanwhile, the rest of us are...

Total Solar Eclipse 2024

Last month we were able to watch the total solar eclipse. We originally had other plans to see it elsewhere, but the eclipse madness was no joke. Everything and everywhere was fully booked very far in advance. At the end of the day, as long as you’re in the path of totality, you’re good to go along with your protective glasses. I didn’t have high hopes for it, as leading up to the day, the forecast was not good. Several weathermen mentioned that they wished they were wrong. It turned out that they were wrong, and we were able to see the total solar eclipse. The weathermen themselves were glad that they were wrong as well. It was everything that I had hoped for and then some. It was simply awesome, and I can see why people chase after it all over the world. It was a once in a lifetime event for me, and I’m so glad that I was able to see it and share this moment with my family.

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