It's a Give-Away!I have an extra copy of Susie Lloyd's Please Don't Drink the Holy Water!Would you like it?Leave a comment on this post with...oh, your favorite American Idol contender so far (we are partial to Matt the piano player and Michael the oil rig guy) and I'll pick a name in the morning.Or leave a comment saying that you can't be bothered … [Read more...]
Prayers for the Soul of Michael Dubruiel
…who passed away unexpectedly yesterday.Michael was a Catholic writer and blogger, and the husband of writer Amy Welborn.Please pray for the repose of his soul and for his family. The comments are closed at Amy’s blog, but you may post your messages and prayers as a spiritual bouquet here.Updated to Add: Faith & Family Live has taken up a … [Read more...]
No Dumb Ox
St. Thomas Aquinas is the Dominican order’s greatest glory. He taught philosophy and theology with such genius that he is considered one of the leading Christian thinkers. His innocence, on a par with his genius, earned for him the title of “Angelic Doctor”.He is the patron saint of schools and of sacred theology.(From The Church's Year of Grace by … [Read more...]
The Discussion Continues…
...in the combox below:ok, I wasn't going to comment, but seriously, how can you all be so opposed to this man? Set apart whatever comment he made - just think about the amazing strides your country has made, by way of his election. He is not only a symbol of racial equality, but the denounciation of an unjust war and a corrupt administration. I … [Read more...]
Overheard in Minnesota during the Presidential Inauguration
Felicity: “Do you know where McCain is? He’s at home crying.”Cate (rolling eyes) : “He’s not at home crying.” … [Read more...]
For Today, For Me, For You
“There is a long way to go before we reach a just society in which the dignity of the person, a child of God, is fully acknowledged and respected. This is a task that belongs to us as Christians, together with all men of good will because we do not live justice if we do not wish to see it fulfilled in the lives of others. In the same way, it is … [Read more...]
History in the Making
Or not?Erin asks if we homeschoolers are going to watch the Inauguration tomorrow and I’ll admit to being torn. On the one hand, yes, this is a ready-made history lesson at its best.On the other hand, I will have to overcome some very strong biases to watch the coverage. The reporting thus far has been so...full of adulation that it drives me … [Read more...]
A Political Endorsement
Sadly, one of our local newspapers has refused to endorse a presidential candidate. Since they have publicized their silence, so to speak, I am stepping in to fill the vacuum.I have not said too much about the election on my blog. However, I've always been clear on where I stand. There is one issue in this election that trumps them all, and that … [Read more...]
This St. Paul, Minnesota Mom
...is loving the convention.Are you watching? Are you with me in cheering Sarah Palin on?Updated to Add:You gotta just love Governor Linda Lingle’s unapologetic reference to the Palins being the proud parents of five children and the grandparents of one on the way. In her words, "They are facing the same challenges every mom and dad are facing." … [Read more...]
McCain’s Pick
So where were you yesterday when you found out that McCain picked Sarah Palin as his running mate?I was upstairs doing mom-type things—folding laundry, making my bed, tidying up our classroom. My husband phoned to say the word was out—and he gave me the name of a woman (a woman?) I’d never heard of.Surprise! It wasn’t—as per the local … [Read more...]
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