Friday, June 22, 2007

A Working Stiff Again

Unfortunately, it's not me; but it is a member of St. Blogs who deserves this blessing more than I.

Domenico Bettinelli has succeeded in finding new employment. Last Monday, he began his new position with the Archdiocese of Boston, MA. It is a job which fits his skills very well. I wish him the best there.

There is my example of perserverence and faith.

Thursday, June 21, 2007

Solstice Songs

Got to love George Gershwin. For the first day of summer, how can you not recall these lyrics from "Porgy and Bess"?

Summertime,
And the livin' is easy
Fish are jumpin'
And the cotton is high
Your daddy's rich
And your mamma's good lookin'
So hush little baby
Don't you cry
One of these mornings
You're going to rise up singing
Then you'll spread your wings
And you'll take to the sky
But till that morning
There's a'nothing can harm you
With daddy and mamma
Standing by
Summertime,
And the livin' is easy
Fish are jumpin'
And the cotton is high
Your daddy's rich
And your mamma's good lookin'
So hush little baby
Don't you cry

But then, if you want perhaps the first song which praises the season, go here.

Sunday, June 17, 2007

Man Of The Moment

His role in this day and age has been diminished and ridiculed, scorned and despised, mocked and derided.

Ask St. Joseph.

It is considered obsolete, unneeded, insignificant.

Ask God if that is untrue.

It may be "the hand that rocks the cradle rules the world," but it is this presence which provides more stablility and assurance than is realized.

Ask any child.

The world may beat down what it means, but it will never find a suitable replacement.

Ask Jesus. I don't think He could have gotten along without His two Fathers.

Neither can we.

If you haven't already, whether living or dead, thank him for his providence in your life.

Appreciation is enough of a reward.

Happy Father's Day!