We’re going to Lourdes

Joe

lourdes-sanctuaries-andIt has occurred to me that the story of Our Lady of Lourdes is not necessarily known by all.  So, today on our trip there, I thought I’d share the story with you all and why it is so important. Continue reading “We’re going to Lourdes” →

Death (not taxes)

Joe

I sit beside the fire and think
of all that I have seen,
of meadow-flowers and butterflies
In summers that have been;

Of yellow leaves and gossamer
in autumns that there were,
with morning mist and silver sun
and wind upon my hair.

I sit beside the fire and think
of how the world will be
when winter comes without a spring
that I shall ever see.

For still there are so many things
that I have never seen:
in every wood in every spring
there is a different green.

I sit beside the fire and think
of people long ago,
and people who will see a world
that I shall never know.

But all the while I sit and think
of times there were before,
I listen for returning feet
and voices at the door.

–J.R.R. Tolkien, The Fellowship of the Ring Continue reading “Death (not taxes)” →

Humanity, and what it means

Joe

If you follow me on facebook, well first off I’m sorry, but secondly you’ve seen me sharing things about young Alfie Evans, of England, and that tragic story that is happening over there.

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Alfie and his Mom

I’m very upset about it, and I thought that maybe right now is a good time to talk about why.  I’ve already ranted about this in a previous post, but by gum my dander is up!  I challenge anyone in reader land to this discussion. Continue reading “Humanity, and what it means” →